A wonderful tour to Israel

Led by Sim Dendy

Tuesday 4th - Thursday 13th March 2025

They say you cannot go to Israel and come back the same person.

This tour of the Holy Land, the place where Jesus was born, lived, ministered, died and resurrected, will transform each one of us, as our understanding of the Bible comes alive.

I am honoured to be invited to host this tour of Israel and excited by the experiences we will share together; An opportunity to share firsthand the various historic and Biblical sites in a new way, a time of personal refreshment, an extended period of spiritual nourishment and a wonderful holiday in a beautiful location! Sounds ideal, doesn’t it?

I look forward to meeting you when you join me for the trip of a lifetime.

Sim Dendy
Senior Leader at Freedom Church UK

Tuesday, Day 1
Arrival

We depart from London Gatwick airport on our flight to Tel Aviv. On arrival we will be met and transfer to our hotel in Jerusalem for dinner and overnight.

Wednesday, Day 2
Jerusalem

We drive to the Mount of Olives to visit the Pater Noster and to admire the panoramic view of the walled Old City of Jerusalem. After an explanation of the view we will descend to Dominus Flevit, the Garden of Gethsemane , where we have space to pray in the private garden and the Church of All Nations.
Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Thursday, Day 3
Way of the Cross

This morning we enter the Old City and start our tour at the Pool of Bethesda. Continue to the Tower of Antonia where Jesus was tried, the Church of the Flagellation and the Way of the Cross ending inside the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Later in the afternoon we visit the Western (wailing) Wall.
Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Friday, Day 4
Bethlehem / Shepherds Field/Bible College/Nativity

After breakfast we drive to Bethlehem to visit the Shepherds’ Fields. Bethlehem Bible College and the Church of the Nativity. We return to Jerusalem and the remainder of the day is free.
Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Saturday, Day 5
Knesset / Yad Vashem / Shrine / Garden Tomb

This morning we drive to New Jerusalem where we see the Knesset (outside only). Visit the Israel Museum to see the mini version of Jerusalem and the Shrine of the Book where the Dead Sea Scrolls are kept. Continue to Yad Vashen (the Holocaust Museum).
In the afternoon we visit the Garden Tomb where we celebrate communion.
Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Sunday, Day 6
Masada/Ein Gedi/Dead Sea

Today we make an early start and drive to Masada, Herod’s hilltop fortress. We ascend and descend by cable car. We visit Ein Gedi after which there will be an opportunity to bathe in the warm waters of the Dead Sea at a suitable place.
Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Monday, Day 7
Jerusalem

FREE DAY in Jerusalem.
Dinner and overnight Jerusalem.

Tuesday, Day 8
Jericho / Tiberias

Today we leave Jerusalem and drive via the Jordan Valley to Tiberias. Our first stop will be Jericho, where we view the ancient city and the Mount of Temptation. We then continue to the Jordan River and the place of Baptism at Yardinet.
Dinner and overnight in Tiberias.

Wednesday, Day 9
Nazareth / Sea of Galilee

This morning, we drive to Nazareth where we visit Nazareth Village, which brings to life a farm and Galilean village, recreating Nazareth as it was 2,000 years ago. It is a window into the life in Jesus’ time. We return to Tiberias and take a boat trip across the Sea of Galilee.
Dinner and overnight in Tiberias.

Thursday, Day 10
Caesarea / London

We leave Tiberias visiting Caesarea and the Roman amphitheatre and aqueduct en route to Ben Gurion airport where we depart on our return flight to London Gatwick.

Itinerary subject to change

Price £1995 per person

What the price includes

  • Return flights from London Luton to Tel Aviv (Details of flight numbers and times have not yet been finalised)
  • Accommodation in good quality hotels in twin / double bedded rooms with private facilities on half board basis
  • Transfer of passengers and baggage
  • Sightseeing as in itinerary
  • Services of a fully qualified English speaking guide
  • Travel by air-conditioned coaches
  • Entrance fees, gratuities (tips), service charges and porterage
  • Airport taxes
  • ATOL Protection Contribution*

Not included in the price

  • Travel from home to UK airport
  • Lunches and drinks
  • Single supplement £477 per person
  • Any costs related to COVID19
  • Travel insurance including COVID 19 cover. Staysure have a range of policies available

Please note that the cost of the tour may be subject to surcharges - please see the booking conditions. Currency exchange rates used £1 = US$1.3098 as published in the Financial Times on the 8th March 2022.

* APC (ATOL Protection Contribution) provides passenger protection via the ATTF (Air Travel Trust Fund). For further information visit www.caa.co.uk

HOW TO BOOK

Either click 'Book' at the top of this page or download, complete and return the booking form to:

Worldwide Christian Travel 36 Coldharbour Road, Bristol, BS6 7NA UK

Tel: 0117 973 1840

Worldwide Christian Travel has been organising Christian holidays and tours, mainly to the Holy Land, for over 50 years. We cover all aspects of travel and are one of the most comprehensive Christian travel organisers in the country. Worldwide Christian Travel is a trading name of Hadler Tours Limited.

General Information

Fitness
People of all ages are welcome, but, whatever your age, we must insist on a reasonable level of fitness. A number of sites involve rough walking.

Your Protection
Hadler Tours Limited is a member of ABTA with membership numbers 93522 & V2096. ABTA and ABTA Members help holidaymakers to get the most from their travel and assist them when things do not go according to plan. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. For further information about ABTA, the Code of Conduct and the arbitration scheme available to you or if you have a complaint, contact ABTA, 68-71 Newman Street London W1T 3AH Tel: 020 7637 2444 or visit www.abta.com.

All monies paid by you for the air holiday package shown are ATOL protected by the Civil Aviation Authority. Our ATOL number is ATOL 3078. For more information see our booking terms and conditions.

Passports, Visas and Vaccinations
Travellers are responsible for ensuring that they have a valid passport for travel to the relevant countries and that it is valid for at least 6 months after the date of travel. Latest entry requirements can be found here www.israelsafe.com. A visa is not required for British Passport holders visiting Israel and no inoculations are required for travel but you may wish to consult your own doctor for advice concerning this. If you have any queries regarding the above, we will be happy to help.

Travel Advice
For the latest travel advice please visit www.fco.gov.uk or call 0870 606 0290.

Further Information and Paying The Balance
Further information will be sent to you regarding any action that may be required approximately 12 weeks before departure. A final invoice will also be sent at this time and the balance for the tour must be paid at least 10 weeks before departure.

Travel Information
Full travel information, including details of meeting points, flight times, accommodation and travel information, will be sent to you approximately 2 weeks before departure. Normally, tickets are not issued but are handed to you at the airport or departure point by our representative who will be there to ensure that you depart without a hitch and to deal with any last minute difficulties.

Travel Insurance
It is compulsory to have travel insurance for your booking. Staysure have a range of policies available at very competitive prices. You can obtain a quote online by clicking here.

Gratuities
Our normal procedure is to deal with tips on a group basis and if these are included in the price the tour leader will distribute them to the guide, driver and hotels on your behalf. Individual tipping is not recommended unless the circumstances are exceptional.

Room Check In and Check Out Times
The standard international practice is to let rooms from midday to midday. However times do vary. Check-in times are usually between 2pm and 3pm, check-out times between 11am and 12 noon on the day of departure. Therefore, if you check-in immediately after a night flight this would normally count as one night’s accommodation. Similarly if your return flight is at night you will normally be required to vacate your room at 12 noon prior to leaving for the airport. Day rooms are subject to availability/cost and should be arranged locally with the accommodation management.

Page published January 2024



Testimonials

“Please pass on my appreciative thanks to your team as we had a great experience in Israel.
Our guide was the best we have ever had and the driver and arrangements were excellent.
The response from the customers was good and every life was touched by God. So, what more could one ask for?

Thank you for all your support, help and patience. You are a great company to work with.”

Mark Hutchinson


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