Celebrating the 2000-Year Anniversary of Jesus’ Baptism

Israel in Jesus’ Steps 2027

With Optional Extensions to Jordan, Egypt, and Luxor

Walk in the steps of Jesus. . . .

To the Jordan River and beyond.

In A.D. 27, Jesus stepped into the waters of the Jordan River, ushering in His 3.5-year ministry.

In A.D. 2027, you’re invited to journey in Jesus’ steps and study His Word on-site in the Holy Land.

Come celebrate Jesus in the very places He lived and ministered: the Jordan River, the Sea of Galilee, Magdala, Capernaum, Bethsaida, Gadara, Nazareth, Cana, Jericho, Jerusalem, and Bethlehem. Our 8-day Holy Land tour also includes: Joppa, Caesarea, Megiddo, the Judean desert, Masada, Qumran, Good Samaritan Road, and the Valley of Elah, where David fought Goliath.

Let’s celebrate the Son of David, the Son of Man, the Son of God.

2027 Israel Tour Dates

With Optional Extensions to Jordan, Egypt, & Luxor

Tour Options & Pricing

Israel Tour

$2950/person/shared room; $3650/single room

Aerial view of Tel Aviv coastline during sunset with the Mediterranean Sea on the left and the city skyline in the background, featuring historic buildings and modern skyscrapers.

Optional Jordan Extension

$1150/person/shared room; $1400/single

Optional Egypt Extension

$1400/person/shared room; $1700/single

Optional Luxor Extension

$850/person/shared room; $1,050/single; includes roundtrip Cairo-Luxor flight

See the highlights: Israel, Jordan, Egypt

Itinerary

Day 1

Overnight flight to Tel Aviv, Israel.


Day 2

Arrive in Tel Aviv. Transfer to hotel on the Mediterranean Sea, in view of Joppa.

Upon arrival, rest or enjoy the beach.

Buffet dinner at 7:00.

Evening worship and overnight in Tel Aviv on the Mediterranean Sea.


Day 3

Israel in Jesus’ Steps

Breakfast buffet.

Depart for Joppa, Caesarea, Megiddo, Nazareth, Cana, and the Sea of Galilee.

Dinner and overnight on the Sea of Galilee.


Day 4

Visit to Magdala and boat ride on the Sea of Galilee.

Lunch. Bus to Mount of Beatitudes, Tabgha, Capernaum, Bethsaida, Kursi., Jordan River.

Free time for resting and swimming at the Sea of Galilee.

Dinner, worship, and overnight at the Sea of Galilee.


Day 5

Depart Galilee. Bus to Jericho, the Judean wilderness, and site of Jesus’ baptism at the Jordan River.

Float at the Dead Sea.

Dinner and overnight at the Dead Sea.


Day 6

Depart for Masada, Qumran, Good Samaritan Road, and the Old City of Jerusalem.

Dinner and evening walk to the Western Wall to welcome Shabbat.

Overnight in Jerusalem.


Day 7

Worship and communion at the Garden Tomb. Lunch provided.

Visit Mount of Olives, Garden of Gethsemane, Pool of Bethesda/St. Anne's Church, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulcher.

Dinner and worship.

Nighttime outdoor “Light & Sound” celebration of Jerusalem at Citadel/Herod’s Palace.

Overnight in Old City of Jerusalem.


Day 8

Old City sites: Temple Mount, Jerusalem Archaeological Park, Southern Steps.

Lunch and visit to Bethlehem and Valley of Elah (David & Goliath).

Dinner, worship, and overnight in Old City of Jerusalem.


Day 9

Old City sites: Citadel/Herod’s Palace (site of Jesus’ trial) and Upper Room. Lunch. City of David, Hezekiah’s Tunnel, Pool of Siloam.

Afternoon free time. Depart for Ben Gurion International Airport, arriving at 6:00 p.m. for overnight flights departing at 10:00 p.m. or later.

Travelers continuing to Jordan will stay in Jerusalem.


Day 10

Israel-only travelers arrive home.

What's Included

  • First-class accommodations at the Mediterranean, the Sea of Galilee, the Dead Sea, and the Old City of Jerusalem

  • Guided tours at all Biblical and historical sites

  • Ground transportation, sightseeing, admissions, gratuities, breakfast/supper, plus Sabbath lunch

  • Post-departure travel insurance

Optional Add-ons

Jordan
Mount Nebo, Machaerus, Petra, & Wadi Rum desert camp

Egypt
Mount Sinai, Red Sea, Pyramids, and brand-new Grand Egyptian Museum

Luxor
Valley of the Kings, Luxor & Karnak temples, Princess Hatshepshut’s Temple

Itinerary

Optional Jordan Extension

Mt. Nebo, Machaerus, Petra, Wadi Rum

Day 9

Dinner and overnight in Old City of Jerusalem.


Day 10

Depart for Jordan via Allenby Border Crossing.

Visit Mount Nebo, Machaerus, and arrive at Petra. Overnight in Petra.


Day 11

Morning visit to Petra.

Lunch and afternoon departure for Wadi Rum.

Overnight at luxury tented camp in Wadi Rum.


Day 12

Morning Jeep tour. Depart Wadi Rum for Amman, except for those going to Egypt.

Arrive Amman airport by 5:00 p.m. for international flights.

Optional hotel overnight in Amman.


Day 13

Arrive home.

Itinerary

Optional Egypt Extension

Mount Sinai, Cario, Pyramids and Sphinx

Day 12

Bus from Wadi Rum to Taba border/Egypt.

Cross into Egypt; dinner and overnight at the Red Sea.


Day 13

Relaxing morning at Red Sea (Gulf of Aqaba), with opportunity for world-class snorkeling.

Lunch and afternoon departure for Mount Sinai.

Dinner, Friday night vespers, and overnight at the base of Mount Sinai.


Day 14

Sunrise camel-climb of Mount Sinai. Descend for breakfast and visit to St. Catherine’s monastery.

Drive to Cairo.

En route, stop by Rephidim, Elim, and Marah (Exodus route).

Dinner and overnight in Cairo.


Day 15

Visit the Nile River and Pyramids and Sphinx at Giza Plateau.

Lunch.

Visit the new Grand Egyptian Museum displaying ancient Egyptian treasures including that of Tutankhamun.

Dinner and overnight in Cairo.


Day 16

Fly out. Airport transfer provided.

Itinerary

Optional Luxor Extension

Day 16

Fly to fabulous Luxor to visit Valley of the Kings and Tombs of the Royals.

Overnight in Luxor overlooking Nile River.


Day 17

Optional sunrise hot air balloon ride over Valley of the Kings, weather permitting.

Breakfast and tour of Luxor/Karnak temples and Queen Hatshepsut Temple.

Fly back to Cairo, arriving by 10:00 p.m.

Optional overnight at airport hotel.


Day 18

Fly home

Flight Info

International Flight (Israel-Only Tour):

  • Est. $1000-$1500.

  • See your specific itinerary for your actual tour dates. If you would like flight booking assistance for a fee, you may call Butler Travel at 503-879-5005.

  • If you’re touring Israel only, you should book a roundtrip itinerary as follows:

    • Day 1: Home airport to Tel Aviv (arriving Day 2). Our group will meet for supper on Day 2 at 7:00 p.m.

    • Day 9/10. Tel Aviv to home. (We’ll arrive at the Tel Aviv airport on Day 9 at 6:00 p.m. for flights departing after 10:00 p.m. (most leave after midnight).

  • Travelers staying an extra night can book the Sadot Airport Hotel online, or extend their stay in Jerusalem.

International Flight (Israel + Jordan + Egypt)

  • Est. $1000-$1500.

  • If you’re including the Egypt extension, you should book a multi-city itinerary as follows:

    • Day 1: Home airport to Tel Aviv (arriving Day 2). Our group will meet for supper on Day 2 at 7:00 p.m.

    • Day 16/18: Cairo to home (depending on whether you’re including the Luxor extension).

International Flight (Israel + Jordan):

  • Est. $1000-$1500.

  • If you’re including the Jordan extension, you should book a multi-city itinerary as follows:

    • Day 1: Home to Tel Aviv (arriving Day 2). Our group will meet for supper on Day 2 at 7:00 p.m.

    • Day 12/13 Amman to home. We’ll return to the Amman airport by 5:00 p.m. on Day 12 or flights departing after 8:00 p.m.

    • If your flight doesn’t depart until later the next day, an Amman airport hotel can be reserved for you for $200/dbl room or $150/sgl.

Registration and Timeline

This tour will be filled on a first-come basis. To hold space, please fill out the online traveler form and indicate which portions of the tour you’re choosing.

Within 10 days, please pay your deposit of $300/person via debit/credit card. (No fee is added for debit cards; a 3% fee is added for credit cards.)

Questions?

See our FAQs or Contact Us.

Ancient ruins on a hilltop at sunset with a vast flat landscape in the background.

Travel Tips


  • Most important, bring your Bible. Our tours are centered in God’s Living Word.

  • Bring modest clothing (pants/skirts for most days). Modest shorts are okay for a few days in Israel and all days in Jordan/Egypt.

  • Wear comfortable shoes, and bring some water shoes and a swimming suit as well. We swim in the Sea of Galilee and float in the Dead Sea.

  • Free Wifi is provided in our hotels and motorcoach.

  • One checked bag (up to 50 lbs) is typically allowed by airlines.

  • Israel uses round-prong 220v outlets—bring an adapter.

  • See more tips in the tour itinerary PDF. (See above.)