Day 1 Saturday, May 20 - Depart Las Vegas
Depart Las Vegas airport for overnight flight to Tel Aviv via Newark.

Day 2 Sunday, May 21 - Arrive Tel Aviv
On Arrival in Tel Aviv meet our Marian Pilgrimages representative and guides for a coach transfer to Bethlehem. Check into the 4 star St. Josephs Hotel for 2 nights, dinner and breakfast.



Day 3 Monday, May 22 - Bethlehem
After breakfast we visit the birthplace of Jesus. In Bethlehem, you will have the opportunity to view the Shepherds Fields (Luke 2:8). In the caves of these fields, you are still able to see the soot marks of fires that shepherds lit to keep warm. The tour concludes at the Manger Square, which stands in front of the Church of the Nativity. As you enter the Church, you will proceed down to the Grotto of the Nativity which marks the spot of Our Saviors birth (Matthew 2:1-18). Beneath the altar, there is a silver star and a Latin inscription that states: HIC DE VIRGINE MARIA JESUS CHRISTUS NATUS (Here Jesus Christ was born to the Virgin Mary). Following Mass in this Sacred space we will take a short drive to the village of Ein Karem, the birthplace of John the Baptist. It is known that there are two churches in Ein Karem, representing the two homes of Zechariah and Elizabeth. The first is in a valley where the birth of St. John the Baptist is commemorated (Luke 1:39-80) in the Church of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist. The second is on a hill where Elizabeth spent five months in seclusion (Luke 1:24) at the Church of the Visitation. You will have a chance to visit both of these churches and have the opportunity to pray the Mystery of the Rosary as you walk up the hill to the Church of the Visitation.

Day 4 Tuesday, May 23 - Jordan, Madaba & Mount Nebo
Morning drive along the Jordan Valley where we will cross the Allenby Bridge into Jordan. We will then continue on to the City of Mosaics, Madaba. While in this city, you will visit St. Georges Church, home to a true treasure of Christianity. This Church houses the oldest map of the Holy Land which includes Israel, Palestine, and Southern Egypt. Later, visit Mt. Nebo, the most revered holy sites of Jordan. This mountain was mentioned in Deuteronomy 34, Then Moses climbed Mount Nebo from the plains of Moab to the top of Pisgah. While here, you will tour the Holy site where Moses died and was buried. Following your visit to this Sacred place we will continue on to the lost city of Petra and check-in to the superb Petra Guest house.

Day 5 Wednesday, May 24 - Jordan - Lost City of Petra
After breakfast we will explore lost city of Petra! This city is located amongst rugged desert canyons and mountains. Enjoy a walking tour of the former capital and trading center. Your first stop will be a visit to the Siq, a mile-long gorge that contains a number of magnificent structures that are carved into the mountains. The walk will culminate with a visit to the Petra Museum. The Museum holds numerous artifacts from the Neolithic period of the Nabataen history. The museum also contains architecture from the Romans as well as, a Byzantine chapel. Spend this afternoon at your own leisure; feel free to shop, relax or rest before retuning to the Petra Guest house for dinner and overnight.

Day 6 Thursday, May 25 - Jordan - Wadi Rum & Amman
We will get up bright and early and have some free time to relax in Petra, where youll get the chance to explore the ancient ruins before continuing to the desert oasis of Wadi Rum. Once at Wadi Rum, youll take a jeep tour through the desert before continuing to Amman to check in to the 4 Amman Corp Hotel to relax before dinner in the hotel.

Day 7 Friday, May 26 - Jordan - Amman, Jerash & Anjara
In the morning we will take a panoramic sight seeing tour of Amman, capital of Jordan . We will then continue on to Jerash. Nestled in a quiet valley among the mountains of Gilead, Jerash is the grandeur of Imperial Rome, being one of the largest and most well preserved sites of Roman architecture in the world, outside of Italy. To this day, its paved and colonnaded streets, soaring hilltop temples, handsome theaters, spacious public squares and plazas, baths, fountains and city walls pierced by towers and gates remain in exceptional condition. On our way back to Amman we will stop in the ancient town of Anjara and have Holy Mass in the famous pilgrim site of Our Lady of the Mount, Anjara.

Day 8 Saturday, May 27 - Bahai Gardens & Mount Camel
After Breakfast we will transfer back over the Allenby Bridge into Israel and continuing north up towards Haifa. We will stop for lunch in the beautiful Bahai Gardens and take a tour. After our tour we will have Mass at the Carmelite Church on Mount Carmel, enjoy the view over the city. After Mass we will continue north towards the Sea Of Galilee and our hotel at the Magdala center. After checking in to this superb center, we will have some free time before dinner.

Day 9 Sunday, May 28 - Sea of Galilee
Morning Mass on the Mount of Beatitudes, overlooking the Sea of Galilee. Hear the full reading of the great Sermon on the Mount. Visit Capernaum where we see the old Synagogue and the excavations of Peters house. Visit the site of the multiplication of the Loaves & Fish at Tabgha, and the church of the Primacy of Peter on the lake-shore. Enjoy lunch on the shore of the Sea of Galilee then take a Boat trip on the Sea of Galilee, with relevant Bible readings. Return by coach to the hotel and enjoy dinner.

Day 10 Monday, May 29 - Nazareth & Cana
Morning Mass in the Basilica of the Annunciation in Nazareth. See the Cave home of the Holy Family, St. Josephs workshop, and Marys Well. Drive to Cana, and visit the church of the Wedding Feast site of Jesus first miracle. Renewal of Marriage Vows for married couples on the trip. Afternoon drive to Mount Tabor, and ascend by taxi for Mass at the church of the Transfiguration. Enjoy the view of the Valley of Armageddon Valley. Drive to the banks of the River Jordan, and renew our Baptismal Vows in its waters. Return to hotel for dinner.

Day 11 Tuesday, May 30 - Jericho, Dead Sea & Bethany
After Breakfast we will have some free time in on the Sea of Galilee before transferring back south towards Jerusalem. Morning drive along the Jordan Valley into Jericho. Here we see the Sycamore tree of Zacchaeus, and take the Cable car up the Mount of Temptation to the exact location where the Devil tempted Jesus during his fortyday fast (Luke 4:1). Continue to the Dead Sea and enjoy a dip near Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. After spending some quality time in the Dead Sea we will continue on to Jerusalem and check in to the wonderful 5 star Notre Dame Centre, located at the ancient walls of the old town for 3 nights with breakfast and dinner. Before or After Dinner, depending on how our time is, we will walk into the Old Town of Jerusalem and have the opportunity to visit the Western Wall, which is the last remnant of the Jewish Temple after it was destroyed in 70 A.D. Continue with a visit to the house of the High Priest Caiaphas (Church of St. Peter in Gallicantu). This Church commemorates where Jesus was examined and eventually imprisoned before the Council in Jerusalem. It also commemorates Peters Denial of Christ (John 18:15-18), Peters repentance, and Jesus forgiveness of Peter.

Day 12 Wednesday, May 31 - Mount of Olives
After breakfast, you will make your way to the Mount of Olives, where you will be able to take in the beautiful, panoramic view of Jerusalem. Historically, the Mount of Olives was a mandatory transit point for Jesus during many iconic moments. Visit the Pater Noster Shrine where Jesus taught His disciples the Lords Prayer (Pater Noster) (Luke 11:1-4). You will have the opportunity to stop at Dominus Flevit which is a Church that commemorates where Jesus wept for Jerusalem (Luke 19:41). Continue on to Gethsemane, a garden at the foot of the Mount of Olives. Jesus brought His disciples here to pray the night before He was crucified (Luke 22:29-53). The Garden still contains trees with roots that date back to the time of Jesus. Your next stop, the Church of All Nations, is built over the Rock of Agony. This is where Jesus prayed alone on the night of His arrest. Throughout this time, you are invited to remain in prayer and to reflect on Christs agony that He experienced. You will also visit the Upper Room on Mt. Zion. The Upper Room is where Jesus and His disciples celebrated the Last Supper (Matthew 26:17-30) and where Jesus appeared to His disciples after His Death and Resurrection (Mark 16:14). In addition, visit the nearby Benedictine Church of the Dormition. Tradition tells us that this Church is where Mary, the Mother of Jesus, fell asleep. This evening we will return to the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations and have a very special Holy Hour at dusk overlooking the ancient walls of Jerusalem.

Day 13 Thursday, June 1 - Via Dolorosa & the Holy Sepulcher
This morning you will have a very early wakeup to begin the Via Dolorosa (The Way of the Cross) at the Antonia Fortress. This is the spot where Jesus was condemned to death by Pontius Pilate (John 18:28-19:16). Following His condemnation, He was taken (on the Road to Calvary) to His place of Crucifixion. Reflect upon the Stations of the Cross as you travel through the markets of the Old City to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher (Luke 23:26-33). This sacred destination is the site of Calvary (Jesus crucifixion place) and His tomb (Luke 23: 50-55). Celebrate Mass at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Following Mass we will stay in Jerusalem Old Town for lunch. After lunch you will continue your day with a visit to the Church of St. Annes, the home of Jesus maternal grandparents (Anne and Joachim). Following this visit and a little free time in the Old Town we will return to the hotel for dinner and overnight at your hotel.

Day 14 Friday, June 2 - Depart Tel Aviv
Short transfer to Tel Aviv airport for return flight to Las Vegas via San Francisco.

Please note this itinerary is subject to change and should not be considered a contract of events or places to be supplied or visited. Every effort is made to follow the itinerary as set out, however events outside of our control may force alterations.

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