All This And A Cruise Too!

Day 4. What could be better than singing praise songs in a boat on the Sea of Galilee? This is the way today began. We were all blessed by the singing of Daniel Carmel, a Messianic Jew who operates a cruise boat on the sea (find Daniel on the internet at http://www.seaofgalileeworshipboats.com/). He has rewritten several of our favorites into Hebrew and sang them for us while showing us how to fish on the sea.  Then we stopped to see the remains of a 2000-year-old boat from the time of Jesus found in the mud during a drought in the late 1980s.

Later we stopped by the Mount of Beatitudes and then on to Capernaum to check in with Peter's mother-in-law and visit the synagogue. At the end of the day we went to the baptismal site on the Jordan River where Pastors Tom and Rick immersed some of our group in baptism or rededication.

Between Lebanon and Syria

Day 3. Today we visited the Tel Dan Archaeological Site and Nature Reserve. (What is a tel? Tel is the Hebrew word for "mound of ruins" and is descriptive of ancient sites that have been destroyed and rebuilt time and again by various conquerors through the centuries and ultimately formed a mound.) This must be one of the oldest cities around as one of the city gates found by archaeologists may have been in place when Abraham rescued Lot some 3800 years ago (Genesis 14:1-16). It is also one of the two places where Jeroboam placed golden calves in order to keep his rebellious kingdom shortly following the death of Solomon in 930 BC (1 Kings 12:25-33).


After Tel Dan, we visited a place today known as Banias, but in the time of Jesus was known as Caesarea Philippi. This is the spot where Peter made his great confession that Jesus is "The Christ, the Son of the living God." But being in Banias brings a whole new context to the story. You see, Caesarea Philippi was the center of worship of the Greek god Pan and at this site is a cave that was considered to be the only entrance to the underworld – in Greek a place known as Hades. Read the story in Matthew 13:16-19 and consider the living God defending the Church and the world against the gates of Hades here at the entrance to Hades itself.

Who Wants To Go To The Theater?

Day 2. Today was a much better weather day than yesterday. We started off in the city of Netanya on the Mediterranean Sea with a large, all-you-can-eat breakfast buffet. Then aboard our bus for the first full day of touring in Israel. Our first stop was in Caesarea, a port city built by Herod the Great in the first century BC. The theater here seats 3500. Although the theater isn't mentioned in Scripture, Caesarea is – a lot. It was the home of Cornelius, the first gentile convert to Christianity (Acts 10); the place where Paul was on trial before Felix, Festus and Agrippa (Acts 24-26), and the port from which Paul left for Rome. This is also the place where Herod Antipas was struck down for making himself out to be as God (Acts 12:20-23).

We also visited Mount Carmel and saw the place where Elijah defeated the 400 prophets of Baal and the 450 prophets of Asherah in a contest to determine whether Baal or the God of the Israelites was the true God. Read about it yourself in 1 Kings 18.

Then off to Armageddon. We visited Tel Megiddo, the crossroads of the ancient world and saw firsthand an archaeological site which has uncovered thousands of years of history. The waterworks of this city make the trip worthwhile, but there are far more lessons to learn from the site.

Finally we ended the day at Nazareth, stopping th see the place the Jewish synagogue leaders wanted to cast Jesus off the mountain for his teaching in Mark 4.

We Finally Made It!!!

We finally made it to Israel.  Our first day has been a light touring day following a day of marginal problems.  Check-in at Continental was a zoo.  Three groups of over 25 and no automated way to take credit payments almost kept us from getting the bags checked in.  Then, one ticket was already used, but they let us board in KC and promised a fix by the time we reached Newark.  That didn't happen, but we have been assured it's fixed now.  Then, somewhere over western Europe, one of our group was informed by El Al that her bag was not aboard the plane.  But, we found it on the baggage carousel when we arrived.  God has taken care of us so far.

As you can see by the photo, we had rain today.  Here we are huddleded in a doorway in Joppa.  The city is beautiful (even in the rain) and sits on the Mediterranean Sea.  It was a light touring day since we went straight from the airport to the bus.

More later.

Phones in Israel

I have ordered 2 phones. I don’t yet have the local Shawnee number to dial, but I do have a long-distance international direct-dial number for each phone. If your family calls one of these numbers they will incur whatever those charges are, but they can reach you in an emergency.

Dial one of the following numbers, all digits exactly as shown. Nothing more, nothing less.

011-972-52-604-2537

011-972-52-566-8759

When I get the local phone number, I’ll send that out, too.

Last Minute Questions

1. Is Eline proficient in English? She's British.


2. Is this a big tourist season? This is the low season, but right now tourism is at an all-time high. There are a lot of tourists in Israel right now.

3. What is the exchange rate? Last week 1 NIS = $0.38

4. Phone? I got 2 phones with local numbers. I don't have the numbers yet, but I should have them before we go. Calls to the US will be $0.38/minute. Calls from the US will be a one-time $10.00 charge pre number from which the call is dialed and $0.15/minute to Israel. Incoming is free. Thus overall, the cheap way to connect will be to text to the US and have someone call back, although that isn't necessary. I got the phones for our use.

5. I have one aircard for my computer.

6.There should be hairdryers in the hotel rooms.

7. The tap water is drinkable. Bottled water is available for purchase.

8. The water in the Jordan river is pretty cold right now. If you choose to be immersed in the Jordan, there is a $10 fee. This is not included.

9. ALL tips are included in the price we paid. As the tour leader I have been provided the fund for the tips for bellmen, kitchen help, guides,drivers, etc. The love offering is above and beyond the included tips. Again, this is suggested at approximately $35 per tour participant to be divided between the driver and guide. I'll collect this and distribute this during our farewell dinner.

10. The driver and guide do not always work together.

11. We can arrange a number of activities for the free day. These should be scheduled through our guide and driver.

12. There are stores such as Walmart of CVS. Over the counter meds must be purchased at a pharmacy.

13. If you want credit for your miles, provide your frequent flier number when you check in at the airport.

14. Questions on what you can carry on the plane, visit www.tsa.gov.

NCT on Egypt and Our Trip

A word about what is going on in Egypt. Things of this nature usually cause Israel tour passengers to get nervous. All I can tell you is my opinion. Even if there was an immediate regime change in Egypt and even if Egypt was to be controlled by one of the more radical Muslim groups the chances of that affecting your tour are EXTREMELY limited. And here is why. First of all timing. The Egyptian military which is almost totally funded by the US is not going to be ready nor necessarily willing to launch any kind of full scale war on Israel in the very near future.


If the unrest spills over into Israel I still think that your tour will not be affected. In years past I have taken groups at the height of unrest and even when terror attacks were occurring. Christian tour groups just do not go to the areas where in the past these type events have occurred. I believe that you should be at the peace that there is a high degree of safety while you are in the land. Having said that of course I can guarantee nothing. This is why we offer the travel insurance. If you did not purchase the group rate insurance and desire to do please let me know. There is still time to add you to the policy.


So for now be at peace. Prayerfully prepare for your time in the land and please do not let a spirit of fear rob you of your joy. If you do have any specific questions you wish me to answer do not hesitate to email me or call me.

Brent R Avery


New Covenant Tours
5350 South Western Ave
Suite 106
Oklahoma City, OK 73109

(405) 634-3837
Newcovenanttours@aol.com

Hotels in Israel

Below is a list of the confirmed hotels for our tour and telephone numbers in case you need to be reached while there. Please be sure to tell family and friends to dial the numbers EXACTLY as listed. Do NOT add a 1 before dialing.


March 11
Blue Bay Hotel in Netanya Israel
Dial: 011-972-9-860-0100
http://www.blue-bay.co.il/contact.cfm

March 12-14
Leonardo Club Hotel in Tiberias Israel
Dial: 011-972-4-671-4444
http://www.leonardo-hotels.com/israel-hotels/tiberias-hotels/leonardo-club-hotel-tiberias

March 15-18
Regency Hotel in Jerusalem
Dial: 011-972-2-533-1255
http://www.danhotels.com/Hotel-Dan-Jerusalem

Things to Know Before We Go

The following is a publication of New Covenant Tours, 5350 South Western Ave. Suite 106, Oklahoma City, OK 73109

Getting Fit: We suggest a daily walking or exercise routine to help prepare you for the trip. An ability to walk 1 to 2 miles a day will be a benefit to you. Of course you should consult with your doctor if you have any physical circumstances of concern. Passengers who need assistance and are unable to walk on their own must have a traveling companion to assist them.


Insurance: If you purchased the group rate travel insurance you will receive instructions in our final mailing regarding the making of claims. If you did not purchase the group rate insurance but would like to buy coverage you may do so from our website at www.israeljourney.com. and access the Travel Guard page. You may also choose to call Travel Guard directly using their toll free number. Please use our reference code and number:  (New Covenant Tours #104613)

Weather: Use the calendar dates below to determine the most likely weather you can expect during your time in the Holy Land.

December - February     rainy & cool     40 - 60 degrees
March - May                   dry & warm       60 - 80 degrees
October - November       dry & warm      60 - 80 degrees
June - September           dry & hot         80 - 95 degrees

Clothing: Modesty should prevail as many of the places you will visit are considered “holy” sites. Modest shorts are fine during a warm seasons of the year. However some “holy” sites do not permit shorts or sleeveless tops to be worn at their site. You tour host and guide will alert you to days when shorts won’t be appropriate for the day's itinerary. Regardless of when you are traveling to Israel, it is a good idea to have a light jacket or sweater for the evenings, especially while in Jerusalem. Sunglasses and a hat are also a must! Sunscreen of at least 30 spf is also recommended. Comfortable walking shoes are a MUST!

Medical Information: Most people have no problem drinking the water in Israel. However bringing antacids and other stomach medication is recommended. Your family physician can prescribe a general daily antibiotic to ward off bugs if you so desire. Bottled water will be readily available as well. Israel is NOT a third world country and has some of the finest doctors in the world. Please inform your tour host of any medication you are taking or special medical needs that you might have.

Emergencies: Prior to departing the United States you will be provided with a list of phone numbers where you may be reached in Israel. Please give these numbers to the appropriate family or friends that might need to contact you while you are in Israel.

Luggage and Packing: You are permitted two suit cases that may be “checked in” and one carry on. Remember that airlines are getting very strict on carry-on luggage size requirements. Purses and video cameras are not considered carry on, so you may board with these as well. If your suitcase is over 50 lbs you will be charged a fee by the airline. Carry-on luggage must be able to fit under the seat or in the overhead compartments. Please visit your air carriers web site for more details.

Luggage Tags: You will receive luggage tags from New Covenant Tours. PLEASE USE THEM even if you have private tags. This will help the group help each other at the baggage claim area. If you wish to lock your luggage you must buy the TSA approved locks which they can open without damaging the lock. Luggage straps are also a wise investment.

Baggage Fees: Domestic carrier airlines are charging extra baggage fees which you will be charged at the time of check in. If the however the international carrier booked your domestic connections as well the NO additional baggage fees will be charged at check in.

Name Tags: Along with your luggage tags you will also receive a personal name badge or lanyard. It is very important that you wear it. This will help your Israeli tour guide and driver to learn your names as well as clearly identify you as a part of a group when receiving group discounts in stores while shopping.

Cash and Currency: You will be able to spend your US dollars in most shops. However most do not want bills larger than 20’s! We recommend converting about $70 per person into shekels before you leave the airport. You will receive shekels in the change from most vendors even if you pay in US Dollars. The current exchange rate is about 3.75 shekels to the dollar. This is changing all the time and you can check the rate at our website. Go to the LINKS page and click on Currency Exchange. You should bring about $50.00 dollars per person in one dollar bills for small purchases such as soft drinks or water. Shops prefer CASH to traveler's checks. You may cash traveler's checks at most hotel front desks but there is a sizeable fee charged and the exchange rate is never good. Most stores accept VISA Cards and American Express. MasterCard and Discover are not accepted as widely as the others.

Many people ask, “How much money should I bring?” This is a difficult question to answer. Every part of your tour is paid for except for your lunch. You should budget at least $12 to $15 dollars per lunch. The average cost of a Falafel (Israeli sandwich) and Soft Drink is $9. If your group stops at a self serve cafeteria (which we try to avoid) you can expect to pay $15. In an Israeli cafeteria each item has a price. Please be sure that you know what the cost per item is before putting things on your plate. Many have ignored this only to find themselves being charged excessive amounts. We do our best to avoid these types of places.

IMPORTANT NOTE #1: Many of the hotels have safes in your hotel room closet in which you may place your valuables and extra cash. Those that don’t have safety deposit boxes at the front desk. USE THEM!!!

DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCE CARRY ALL OF YOUR CASH ON YOU WHILE TOURING. Ignore this warning and you may find yourself in the dilemma of previous passengers who thought they knew better. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED. If you plan to buy large quantities of souvenirs we suggest using your credit cards for those purchases to minimize the amount of cash you will need to have on your person.

IMPORTANT NOTE #2: If you intend to use your VISA Card or other credit cards while in Israel, you should call the 800 number on the back of your card and inform the card company that you will be using your card overseas and the exact dates of your trip. This will help you avoid having your card rejected when making purchases.

Shopping: New Covenant Tours operates on a full disclosure basis approach to shopping. Here is what you need to know and understand about shopping in Israel. Tourism operates on a commission basis. Your driver and guide will usually receive a commission from some of the stores and restaurants where you shop or eat. We work with reputable drivers and guides who know that we will not tolerate high pressure tactics to get you into over-priced stores. There are a few stores that we recommend that you shop. This recommendation is not our guarantee of the lowest prices. It is our good faith statement to you that we have found these stores to be reputable and honest. We do encourage you to bless believers in the land by shopping in their stores.

Diamond Shopping: Israel is famous for its diamond industry and many tourists enjoy the free tour they provide and the shopping opportunity. If you desire to shop at a diamond factory you should first discuss this with your tour host and let him make arrangements with your Israeli guide if the factory is not already a part of your planned tour. Do NOT let a taxi driver talk you into going to a diamond factory.

Be aware that the commission system is in a place here too. If you appreciate your guide and driver let them make these arrangements for you as it will be a blessing to them. Most trips to the Diamond Factory are optional. No one should feel pressured to go. However, we do want to make the opportunity available for anyone who desires to go. (This opportunity is normally offered while staying in Tiberias while in the Galilee.)

Phone Calls: Calling from a hotel room is usually quite expensive. Phone cards may be purchased in Israel for $10 to $20 and I recommend using them to avoid high rates in the hotels. NCT now has a relationship with Israel Phones that allows you to rent cell phones, sim cards and USB WiFi drives. These will normally be delivered to you at the airport in Israel before boarding the bus or delivered to your first night hotel. Please visit our web site for more information regarding these products. The rates are usually far below what most international calling on your Stateside cell phone.

Film and Photography: Some people ask if there is a tax or charge for bringing a video camera into the country. There are no fees for bringing personal cameras into the country. Be sure to replace your cameras batteries before coming to Israel and bring spares. Most groups will have a professional photographer take a group photo on the Mount of Olives which may be purchased for about $10.00 dollars. You are not obligated to purchase the picture.

Packing:

#1. The most important packing tip that I can give you is to be sure to pack at least three days worth of clothing changes in your carry-on luggage with toiletries. If your checked luggage is delayed or, heaven forbid, lost you will at least have some fresh clothes to wear.

#2. If you intend to use small personal appliances such as a blow drier or electric razor you will need an international voltage converter and adapter. Israel is on 220V. You can get a converter at most Wal Mart stores or Radio Shack. Many of the hotels have built in blow driers but not all.

#3. Bring your own wash cloths!!! Israel is not big on the small wash clothes that Americans are used to. If you want one you will have to bring it with you.

#4. DO NOT PACK THE FOLLOWING ITEMS IN YOUR CHECKED LUGGAGE: cash, passport, pressurized containers such as cans of soft drinks, hair spray, or any glass items. For information on restrictions for carry-on luggage please visit the web page of the domestic carrier for your flight (for us this is Continental Airlines). TSA regulations do not permit any liquid carry on larger than 3 1/2 ounces.

#5.Passport: Make a copy of your passport in case the original gets lost. You should keep your passport on you at all times. However while in Israel it may be advisable to keep the copy on you and put the original in the hotel safe, room safe or safety deposit box. Consult with your guide on this. NEVER PACK YOUR PASSPORT IN YOUR CHECKED LUGGAGE.

#6. Helpful Suggestions:

a. Small plastic bags such as you get at the supermarket are good to put wet clothing in. Having a few is usually a good idea.

b. Hydration: Water is essential to life and essential for good health on this trip! The rule to live by on a tour is this, "If you wait until you are thirsty to drink some water, you have waited too long". This is also true prior to and on your flights to and from Israel!!!

The two days prior to your trip to Israel are essential times to be sure that your body is well hydrated. Begin a couple of days before the flight drinking more water than you normally do. If you are a heavy coffee or soda drinker try to match each drink with an equal or greater amount of water. After clearing security in most airports you may buy bottled water that you may carry on the flight with you. HOWEVER, it is best to put it in your bags until after you are on the flight. Never pass up a steward or stewardesses offer of water especially on the international portion of the flight. Long airline flights will dehydrate you which makes jet lag harder to overcome. Water is LIFE my friends...Drink It!

Once in Israel your bus driver will have bottled water that may be purchased for $1. Drink more than you think you need. Most people do not get sick because of drinking the water in Israel. They get sick because they don’t drink enough water!!! Question: Have I made my point?

c. In the hotels drinks other than water or coffee are not included in your meal price. If you desire a soft drink with your dinner it will be charged to your room and must be paid at time of check out. All of the hotels where we will be staying are Kosher hotels and therefore will not be serving any pork or shell fish products. Breakfast is considered a "Dairy meal" therefore according to Kosher rules they will not serve any meat except for fish and eggs. Don’t worry the breakfast buffets are amazing. The diner meal is a "Meat meal" so they will not serve any dairy products such as milk or butter. These products are not allowed in the dining room so please do not attempt to bring your own.

d. Flight Travel Tips: You will be served meals on board the international flights but having a few snacks on hand is usually a good idea. Be sure to include water (if permitted) and some breath mints. I highly recommend getting a travel pillow for the flight and bringing a nice pair of extra warm socks so that you can kick your shoes off. Eye shades are nice too. The international part of your flight is about 12 to 13 hours long. If you have trouble sleeping on planes I suggest bringing some sleep aid or ibuprofen. Be sure to have stomach medication close at hand as well. I also recommend having access to a tooth brush and tooth paste. It is very refreshing to clean up a bit just prior to landing in Tel Aviv and "dragon breath" is a sin in the Holy Land...actually anywhere.

e. The Dead Sea: We will take time to stop and have a float in the Dead Sea. It is impossible to sink in the water due to the high mineral and salt content. Your guide will give you safety tips before entering the water. If you intend to enter the water you will need a modest swim suit and a pair of old tennis shoes or shower sandals. Old shoes that you can just throw away after taking your swim frees up space in your luggage for souvenirs. Shaving the morning of or night before is also not recommended. WARNING: Do not wear jewelry into the Dead Sea.

f. Tipping: All tips for the hotel bell boys and waiters are included in your tour price. However if you feel that you have received outstanding service from someone in the hotels you may bless them with additional gratuities if you choose.

g. Love Offering for Guide and Driver: It is standard practice to take up a love offering for the driver and guide at the end of the tour to be added to the regular tipping fund. New Covenant Tours attempts to bless our drivers and guides in this way to alleviate the usual high pressure tactics of the commission game. As a recommendation $35 or more per passenger is recommended.

h. Safety: Please don’t let media hype overwhelm you with unnecessary fear. You are safer in Israel than in most US cities. While no one can guarantee what someone else may or may not do, you can be assured that the experience of many thousands even millions of tourist before you indicates a high degree of safety. There are a couple of things that you can do to protect yourself.

1. Never wander away from the group.

2. Never allow yourself to be surrounded by 2 or more street vendors.

3. Listen to your guides warnings and follow their instructions.

4. Purchase money pouches designed to be worn underneath your clothing.

5. Always inform others in the group of your intentions to enter stores or restrooms.

i. On The Bus: The following are suggestions that have come from many years of touring in Israel. Please read them carefully as they will make everyone's tour experience more meaningful.

1. Reserved Seating for the Guide and Tour Hosts:

The front two seats on either side of the aisle are reserved for the Israeli tour guide and the tour hosts. This is so that they may confer about any itinerary changes that might need to be made as well as keep them near the microphones for teaching purposes while travelling.

While some passengers may need to sit towards the front of the bus due to motion sickness issues we ask that passengers not "hog" the front seats.

2. Don't Be "That Guy"

Don't be the person who constantly interrupts the guide or or tour host while they are teaching.

Don't be the person who makes the guide repeat things constantly because you weren't paying attention.

Don't be the person who makes the trip all about themselves and never considers the needs of others in the group.

Don't Be the person who complains because they are shocked to discover that life in another country is not exactly as it is in America. (Please don't be that person.)

Don't Be the person who wanders off and leaves the group wondering where you are.

Don't Be the person who keeps a problem to themselves and never tells the host and then is mad because he didn't fix what he didn't know was broke. (Does this sound like this has happened before...oh yeah it has! :)

Don't Be THAT PERSON

Instead BE THE PERSON...

Be the person who is ready to assist others on and off the bus and willing to lend a helping hand whenever needed.

Be the person who knows that God is control of everything and that changes and complications that may arise will NEVER be bigger than God's ability to help you cope with it.

Be the person who has come to Israel to give and not just receive, to bless and not just to be blessed.

Be the person who has prayed intensely about this trip BEFORE you get to the Western Wall.

Be the person ready to let the countenance of the Holy Spirit be upon you at all times and to let your light shine as you walk through the land and encounter the children of Israel who need to know Yeshua (Jesus) as their Messiah.

Be THAT PERSON!!!

Final Israel Tour Preparation Check List:

This checklist is not intended to exhaustive but only to help you remember some essential items before your trip.

1. Clothing:

__ Comfortable walking shoes!

__ Sunglasses, Hat or Visor AND Sunscreen,

__ Warm jackets and sweaters for evenings in Jerusalem.

__ Warm socks or booties for the long plane ride.

__ Swimsuit

__ Flip Flops or Water Sandals or old shoes for the Dead Sea.

__ Kitchen size plastic bag for wet clothes and dirty laundry.

__ A good book to read on the flight.

__ The BIBLE.

__ Three days worth of clothes in your carry on luggage!!!!!!!! YOU HAVE BEEN TOLD! :)

__ Umbrella (mainly for group going December - March)

2. Medicines:

__ Stomach: ( Tums, Imodium, )

__ Chap stick

__ Ibuprofen, Aspirin, Tylenol

__ Prescription Meds (Best kept in original containers.)


3. Passports and Credit Cards:

__ Copy of your passport and emergency contact numbers in your luggage.

__ Call your VISA or credit card company to give them dates for your out of country card usage.

__ Give your emergency contact numbers in Israel to family or friends.

__ DO NOT pack cash or valuable in your luggage.

__ 50.00 dollars in $1 dollar bills for easy water purchase


4. Items for on the plane: (In Carry On Luggage0

__ Stomach Meds. (Imodium AD, antacids etc)

__ Advil/Tylenol

__ Toothbrush and travel size tooth paste

__ Chewing Gum

__ Wet wipes

__ Travel Tissues

__Light Snacks

__ Sleep eye shades.

__ Book or magazine to read


6. Other Items and tips:

__ Bible, notebook for journaling, pen,

___You will need a pen on the airplane!!

__ Do not pack large liquid containers such as shampoo in your carry-on luggage. Federal Aviation restrictions

___ All liquids that will be in your checked luggage in zip lock bags. Do not pack pressurized containers in your checked bags. No liquids over 3 1/2 ounces.

__ Voltage Converters: International voltage converter and adapter.


7. Things You Want To Remember To Bring:



Israel Trip Daily Bible Reading

In preparation for our tour, I have divided the most relevant scripture passages into a series of daily readings so that these passages will be somewhat fresh on our minds in preparation for our upcoming trip. These readings should take no more than 15 to 20 minutes per day are linked so that you may read right from your computer. Set to begin on December 20, these readings will end the day before we leave and include the principle histories of ancient Israel from the conquest of Canaan until the Babylonian Captivity (Joshua-2 Chronicles) and the life and times of Jesus Christ (Matthew - John). The dates and specific passages are given below:


20-Dec-10 Josh 1:1-6:27
21-Dec-10 Josh 7:1-10:43
22-Dec-10 Josh 11:1-14:15
23-Dec-10 Josh 15:1-19:51
24-Dec-10 Josh 20:1-24:33
25-Dec-10 Judg 1:1-3:23
26-Dec-10 Judg 4:1-7:25
27-Dec-10 Judg 8:1-10:18
28-Dec-10 Judg 11:1-15:20
29-Dec-10 Judg 16:1-21:25
30-Dec-10 Ruth 1:1-4:22
31-Dec-10 1 Sam 1:1-5:12
1-Jan-11 1 Sam 6:1-11:15
2-Jan-11 1 Sam 12:1-15:35
3-Jan-11 1 Sam 16:1-18:30
4-Jan-11 1 Sam 19:1-23:29
5-Jan-11 1 Sam 24:1-31:13
6-Jan-11 2 Sam 1:1-2:32
7-Jan-11 2 Sam 3:1-7:29
8-Jan-11 2 Sam 8:1-12:31
9-Jan-11 2 Sam 13:1-16:23
10-Jan-11 2 Sam 17:1-20:26
11-Jan-11 2 Sam 21:1-24:25
12-Jan-11 1 Kings 1:1-3:28
13-Jan-11 1 Kings 4:1-7:51
14-Jan-11 1 Kings 8:1-9:28
15-Jan-11 1 Kings 10:1-13:34
16-Jan-11 1 Kings 14:1-17:24
17-Jan-11 1 Kings 18:1-20:43
18-Jan-11 1 Kings 21:1-22:53
19-Jan-11 2 Kings 1:1-6:33
20-Jan-11 2 Kings 7:1-10:36
21-Jan-11 2 Kings 11:1-15:38
22-Jan-11 2 Kings 16:1-18:37
23-Jan-11 2 Kings 19:1-25:30
24-Jan-11 1 Chron 1:1-1:54
25-Jan-11 1 Chron 2:1-5:26
26-Jan-11 1 Chron 6:1-7:40
27-Jan-11 1 Chron 8:1-11:47
28-Jan-11 1 Chron 12:1-15:29
29-Jan-11 1 Chron 16:1-20:8
30-Jan-11 1 Chron 21:1-25:31
31-Jan-11 1 Chron 26:1-29:30
1-Feb-11 2 Chron 1:1-6:42
2-Feb-11 2 Chron 7:1-11:23
3-Feb-11 2 Chron 12:1-18:34
4-Feb-11 2 Chron 19:1-23:21
5-Feb-11 2 Chron 24:1-29:36
6-Feb-11 2 Chron 30:1-33:25
7-Feb-11 2 Chron 34:1-36:23
8-Feb-11 Matt 1:1-6:34
9-Feb-11 Matt 7:1-10:42
10-Feb-11 Matt 11:1-12:50
11-Feb-11 Matt 13:1-16:28
12-Feb-11 Matt 17:1-20:34
13-Feb-11 Matt 21:1-22:46
14-Feb-11 Matt 23:1-25:46
15-Feb-11 Matt 26:1-28:20
16-Feb-11 Mark 1:1-3:35
17-Feb-11 Mark 4:1-6:56
18-Feb-11 Mark 7:1-9:50
19-Feb-11 Mark 10:1-11:33
20-Feb-11 Mark 12:1-14:72
21-Feb-11 Mark 15:1-16:20
22-Feb-11 Luke 1:1-3:38
23-Feb-11 Luke 4:1-6:49
24-Feb-11 Luke 7:1-8:56
25-Feb-11 Luke 9:1-10:42
26-Feb-11 Luke 11:1-13:35
27-Feb-11 Luke 14:1-17:37
28-Feb-11 Luke 18:1-20:47
1-Mar-11 Luke 21:1-22:71
2-Mar-11 Luke 23:1-24:53
3-Mar-11 John 1:1-3:36
4-Mar-11 John 4:1-6:71
5-Mar-11 John 7:1-8:59
6-Mar-11 John 9:1-10:42
7-Mar-11 John 11:1-13:38
8-Mar-11 John 14:1-17:26
9-Mar-11 John 18:1-21:25

Israel Tour Proposed Itinerary

Day 1 March 10

Departure from MCI on Continental 2208 at 6:03 am. Arrive in Newark at 9:37 am. Depart on El Al at 1:30 pm

Day 2 March 11 FIRST DAY IN THE LAND

Arrival at Ben Gurion Airport 9:45am. Tour: Independence Hall, Jaffa.

Overnight at the Gilgal Hotel in Tel Aviv or in Netanya.

Day 3 March 12 JEZREEL VALLEY DAY

Touring: Caesarea, Mt. Carmel, Tel Megiddo, Nazareth Overlook only.

Overnight in Tiberias. Hotel TBA.

Day 4 March 13 GOLAN HEIGHTS DAY

Touring: Tel Dan, Banias, Mount Bental, Tiberias, Dinner and overnight in Tiberias.

Overnight in Tiberias. Hotel TBA.

Day 5 March 14 GALILEE DAY

Touring: Capernaum, Mount of Beatitudes, Nof Ginosar (Jesus Boat) Boat Ride, Jordan River.

Overnight in Tiberias. Hotel TBA.

Day 6 March 15 DEAD SEA DAY

Touring: Masada, En Gedi, Qumran, Beit Shean, Up to Jerusalem.

Overnight in Jerusalem: Hotel TBA (Crown Plaza or similar)

Day 7 March 16 OLD CITY DAY

Touring: Schindler’s Grave, David’s Tomb, Upper Room, Zion Gate, Jewish Quarter, Wohl Museum, Temple Institute, Southern Steps.

Overnight in Jerusalem: Hotel TBA(Crown Plaza or similar)

Day 8 March 17 NEW CITY DAY

Touring: Rabbis Tunnel, St. Anne’s Church, Lions Gate, Yad Vashem, Jerusalem Model and Shrine of the Book.

Overnight in Jerusalem: Hotel TBA(Crown Plaza or similar)

Day 9 March 18 FREE DAY IN JERUSALEM

Free day to shop in the Old City.

Day 10 March 19 YOM YESHUA…JESUS DAY

Touring: Mount of Olives, Garden of Gethsemane, House of Caiaphas, Garden Tomb,

Farewell dinner in Abu Ghosh and transfer to Ben Gurion Airport for flights home.

Depart on El Al Flight.

Day 11 March 20

Arrive at EWR at5:30am. Depart EWR at 8:30am on Continental #2641. Arrive in KC at 11:12am.