Walk in the Footsteps of Jesus

10-Day Israel Pilgrimage & Tour

  • Dates: April 7 – April 16, 2027
  • Registration Deadline: December 1, 2026

Why Make a Pilgrimage?

Four Reasons to Experience the Holy Land:

  • The Bible in Full Color: Visiting Israel changes how you read Scripture. Many call the land “the fifth gospel”—what was once text on a page becomes a vivid, physical reality.
  • A Spiritual Encounter: You are not simply a tourist; you are a pilgrim seeking to know the Lord better. Pilgrims routinely experience God revealing Himself in powerful, fresh ways.
  • Prayer for the Region: Israel is a place the Lord deeply loves, and its people are made in His image. As we walk these sacred sites, we heed the Psalmist’s call to “pray for the peace of Jerusalem” (Ps. 122:6).
  • Deeper Fellowship: Journeying alongside brothers and sisters in Christ creates lasting bonds—whether praying on the shores of Galilee or taking Communion together at the Garden Tomb.
Questions?

Should you have questions after reading the information below, please email Tina Sease (Tour@StAndrews.Church).

Pricing and Package Options

Package TypeRateDescription & Inclusions
Full Tour Package$6,379 per person (Double Occupancy)Includes roundtrip airfare from Charleston (CHS) to Tel Aviv (TLV), hotel accommodations, daily breakfast & dinner, deluxe motorcoach transportation, licensed tour guides, and all site entrance fees.
Land-Only Package$5,529 per personIncludes all ground itinerary, hotels, daily breakfast & dinner, motorcoach, guides, and entrance fees. Excludes flights and airport transfers. Ideal for those using points, desiring seat upgrades, or custom flights.
Single Supplement+$1,490Applied to travelers requiring a private room. (Travelers are responsible for securing their own roommate if sharing).

Not Included in Package: Lunches, travel insurance, alcoholic beverages, passports, visas, and personal laundry.

Accommodations

Experience premier comfort throughout the journey at selected regional hotels:

Daily Itinerary Summary

Day 1 | Wednesday, April 7: Departure
  • Depart Charleston (CHS) on an international flight to Tel Aviv (TLV).
  • Overnight: In Transit across the Atlantic.
Day 2 | Thursday, April 8: Arrival & Coastal Plain
  • Arrive at Tel Aviv (TLV) Airport, clear customs, meet team transport, and check in to hotel.
  • Overnight: VERT Lagoon Netanya Hotel(1 night)
Day 3 | Friday, April 9: Coastal Plain & Galilee
  • Visit Caesarea Maritima, Mount Carmel, Cana, and Nazareth (Basilica of the Annunciation, Nazareth Village, Mount Precipice).
  • Overnight: Leonardo Plaza Hotel Tiberias (Night 1 of 3)
Day 4 | Saturday, April 10: Sea of Galilee & Northern Sites
  • Optional sunrise at Mount Arbel with sweeping views of the Sea of Galilee. Tour Capernaum, Mount of Beatitudes, Beach at Sea of Galilee (Tabgha),, Magdala Synagogue, and other Galilee sites.
  • Overnight: Leonardo Plaza Hotel Tiberias (Night 2 of 3)
Day 5 | Sunday, April 11: Northern Springs & Golan Heights
  • Explore Caesarea Philippi where Jesus asked his disciples “who do you say that I am?” and Tel Dan, an important site in the Old Testament.
  • Overnight: Leonardo Plaza Hotel Tiberias (Night 3 of 3)
Day 6 | Monday, April 12: Jordan Valley & Dead Sea
  • Experience the traditional site of Jesus’ Baptism site at the Jordan River, Ein Gedi where David hid out, Qumran where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered, and a float in the Dead Sea.
  • Overnight: Herbert Samuel Hod Dead Sea Hotel(1 night)
Day 7 | Tuesday, April 13: Judean Wilderness to Jerusalem
  • Optional sunrise hike up Masada (or cable car access), visit Wadi Qelt and St. George Monastery viewpoint, and drive up to Jerusalem via the Mount of Olives.
  • Overnight: Leonardo Plaza Hotel Jerusalem (Night 1 of 3)
Day 8 | Wednesday, April 14: Jerusalem & Bethlehem
  • Visit Bethlehem, the Israel Museum (Dead Sea Scrolls & Second Temple Model), Pool of Siloam, Southern Steps, Temple Mount, and optional City of David tour.
  • Overnight: Leonardo Plaza Hotel Jerusalem (Night 2 of 3)
Day 9 | Thursday, April 15: Old City Jerusalem
  • Walk the Mount of Olives, Garden of Gethsemane, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, St. Peter in Gallicantu, and the Garden Tomb.
  • Overnight: Leonardo Plaza Hotel Jerusalem (Night 3 of 3)
Day 10 | Friday, April 16: Journey Home
  • Group transfer to Tel Aviv (TLV) for return flight, arriving back in Charleston (CHS) same day.

Travel & Safety Commitment

Your Safety is Our Top Priority

Partnering with experienced tour operator Imagine Tours and Travel, we closely monitor real-time conditions alongside official state advisories:

  • Active Tourism: National parks, schools, and local sites are open. Imagine actively hosts groups across Israel throughout the season.
    Flight Operations: Many airlines have already resumed flights to Israel.  Delta and United are restarting their regular routes to Tel Aviv in September.
  • Proactive Trip Guidance: If regional safety conditions shift or official travel guidance changes, Imagine will actively advise the group and navigate potential schedule adjustments or solutions to ensure peace of mind.
  • Travel Insurance (Highly Recommended): While trip insurance is not included in the tour package price, purchasing comprehensive travel insurance is strongly recommended. A policy can protect your investment against unforeseen trip delays, medical emergencies, lost baggage, or pre-departure cancellations.
  • This tour involves several miles of walking every day, sometimes over uneven terrain.

Questions?

Should you have questions about any aspect of the tour, please email Tina Sease (Tour@StAndrews.Church).

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