Tour Overview

Spend seven unforgettable days walking where Jesus walked, guided by a local team that calls this land home. This Holy Land pilgrimage carries you from the birthplace of Jesus in Bethlehem, down to the Jordan River where he was baptized, up to the Galilee of his ministry, and into the Jerusalem of his passion and resurrection, with a relaxing float in the Dead Sea along the way. You join our regular departures, so you can begin your week on any day you arrive.

Your 7-Day Itinerary

• 📅 Day 1, Arrival. Welcome at Ben Gurion Airport (optional transfer) and transfer to your Bethlehem hotel. Settle in and meet your guide.
• ⛪ Day 2, Bethlehem, Jericho & the Jordan River. Church of the Nativity, Shepherds' Field, the Milk Grotto and the Banksy wall, then Qasr al-Yahud (the Jordan River baptism site), Jericho the oldest city on earth, and the Mount of Temptation.
• 🏜 Day 3, Masada & the Dead Sea. Cable car up to Herod's mountaintop fortress of Masada, then float in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea.
• 🕊 Day 4, Free Day in Bethlehem. Rest, explore the old city and market, or shop for handmade olive wood. Your guide is on call.
• ✝ Day 5, Jerusalem. Mount of Olives, Garden of Gethsemane, the Via Dolorosa, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Western Wall.
• ⛵ Day 6, Galilee. Nazareth and the Basilica of the Annunciation, Cana, Capernaum, the Mount of Beatitudes and the Sea of Galilee.
• 🛫 Day 7, Departure. Breakfast, then transfer to the airport (optional) whenever you fly, or extend your stay.

Tour Highlights

• Stand inside the Church of the Nativity, built over the birthplace of Jesus.
• Renew your faith at Qasr al-Yahud, the Jordan River site of Jesus' baptism.
• Walk the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the site of the crucifixion and resurrection.
• Float effortlessly in the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth.
• Sail the Sea of Galilee and visit Capernaum and the Mount of Beatitudes.
• Travel with local guides born and raised in the Holy Land.

Full Description

This seven-day journey is built around the life of Jesus and the living land that holds his story. You are based in Bethlehem, his birthplace, and travel out each day to a different chapter of the Holy Land, returning each evening to rest. Because you join our regular departures, the week works whether you land on a Sunday or a Wednesday. You simply pick up the rotation from the day you arrive.

You begin in Bethlehem and the Jordan Valley, standing where Jesus was born and where he was baptized. You spend a day at Masada and the Dead Sea, then take a free day to breathe, pray and explore the old city at your own pace. The week builds toward Jerusalem, where you walk the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and finishes in the green hills of Galilee where Jesus taught and called his first disciples.

Throughout, you travel with local guides who were born and raised here and know both the history and the quiet corners most visitors never see. This is a shared tour, so you meet fellow travelers along the way, and you book directly with the local company that runs it.

What's Included

• 6 nights hotel in Bethlehem with daily breakfast.
• 4 full guided touring days with a licensed local guide.
• All ground transport on tour days.
• WhatsApp support before and throughout your trip.

What's Not Included

• Site entrance fees (paid as you go).
• Airport transfers (available as an add-on).
• Lunches and dinners.
• International flights.

How Booking Works

• From $1,895 per person, the same price for any group size.
• Minimum 2 travelers.
• Arrive any day, depart any day. We build your week around your arrival.
• Book at least 14 days ahead. A 25 percent deposit reserves your dates; bookings made within 30 days of arrival are paid in full at booking.

Who This Tour Is For

• Christian pilgrims who want the major Holy Land sites in one trip.
• Couples, families and small groups of friends.
• First-time visitors who want a relaxed, well-paced week rather than a rushed bus tour.
• Church groups, ask us about group rates.

Why Choose Elijah Tours

We are a Christian-owned company based in Bethlehem, with local guides born and raised in the Holy Land. We have guided more than a thousand tours and hold a 5.0 rating from over 449 reviews on TripAdvisor. You book directly with the local operator, not a call center or a reseller, and we reach places across the West Bank that the big operators cannot. Most tours take you to the places. We take you into the stories.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it safe to visit the Holy Land right now?
Yes. We run tours every week and take you only to sites that are open and accessible. We monitor conditions daily and adjust the route when needed. Thousands of pilgrims continue to visit Bethlehem, Jerusalem and the Galilee.

Is this a private or a shared tour?
It is a shared tour. You join our regular departures alongside other travelers, which keeps the price down while you still travel with a local guide.

Do I need to book my flights through you?
No. The price is land only. You book your own flights to Tel Aviv (Ben Gurion). We can add a private airport pickup and drop-off as an option.

Can I start the tour on any day of the week?
Yes. The tours run on a fixed weekly rotation, so you join from the day you arrive and complete the full program across the week.

Are entrance fees included?
Entrance fees are paid as you go and are not included, so you only pay for the sites you choose to enter.

What is the deposit and cancellation policy?
A 25 percent deposit reserves your dates and the balance is due 30 days before arrival. The deposit becomes non-refundable once your hotels are booked.

Good to Know

• A valid passport is required, bring it on every touring day.
• Modest dress (covered knees and shoulders) is recommended for holy sites.
• A change of vehicle may be required when crossing between areas.
• Guiding is provided in English.
• Tour timings are approximate and may shift with checkpoints or seasonal conditions.