• 10 Days in Egypt and Israel Pilgrimage Trip

    DAY 1 DEPARTURE / ARRIVE CAIRO

    Meet at JKIA Airport, Nairobi, Kenya then Depart for Egypt to arrive in Cairo International Airport on time for meet and assist through immigration and customs procedures. Luggage collection then a transfer drive to the Hotel in Cairo City. Overnight stay in Cairo City.

    DAY 2 OF THE TOUR

    After breakfast start our first activity in the giant city of Africa, Cairo.The Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx, the only one still standing, a World Wonder is our first step. A breath-taking complex with lots of commentary from the guide to explain the theory behind it. We proceed and stop at the Papyrus factory. Thereafter a transfer to the area of Old Cairo. Later, make a maiden visit to the hanging Church. Dinner and Overnight stay in Cairo

    DAY 3 OF THE TOUR

    Arise to a beautiful Breakfast. Thereafter, check out from the hotel and begin the journey towards Sinai and the area of St. Katherine. Pass by the tunnel of Ahmed Hamdy that ties Africa with Asia, get a chance of seeing some ships crossing the Suez Canal that links the RED sea with the MED. Sea. Continue the journey through Moses Springs and the 70 palms. Arrive in time for Dinner and Overnight stay at St. Katherine.

    DAY 4 OF THE TOUR

    An early morning wake up call for those who wish to climb Mt. Sinai to be on the spot that witnessed the revelation of the 10 Commandments. After witnessing and embracing such an experience, a downhill journey will start descending back. Thereafter, going back to refresh then breakfast. Once ready, proceed with a visit to the Monastery of St. Katherine. Drive through the beautiful Golf of Aqaba until Taba. In the afternoon, at own leisure, go for swimming in the Red Sea. Dinner and Overnight stay in Taba.

    DAY 5 OF THE TOUR

    An early breakfast and refreshing. Conduct the Immigration formalities required, then head to Cross the Taba border into Israel. Once on the other side, meet your Israeli Tour guide. A drive to the Dead Sea – the lowest point on earth. Time will be given to experience floating in these special waters. Thereafter, visit Qumran, the caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Drive to Jericho, the oldest city in the world, and view Mt. Temptation where Jesus was tempted by the devil. Visit also the Sycamore tree, which Zacchaeus had climbed to see Jesus. Finally ascend to Jerusalem Town. Dinner and Overnight stay in Jerusalem.

    DAY 6 OF THE TOUR

    After breakfast, ascend to the Mountain of Olives for a panoramic view of Jerusalem City. A visit to the Church of the Ascension, which commemorates the ascent of Jesus to Heaven. The Pater Noster Church, where according to tradition, lays the cave where Jesus brought his disciples and spoke to them about the mystery of the end. It is also believed to be the place; Jesus gave the Lord’s Prayer to his disciples. Later walk down the Sunday Palm Road where we stop at the Chapel of Dominius Flevit, where Jesus wept over the imminent destruction of Jerusalem. The chapel is built in the shape of a tear as a reminder to this event. From there walk down the Palm Road to Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus prayed while Judas betrayed him to the Romans. Look at Olive trees in the garden, which are more than 100 years old. Visit the Basilica of the Agony (Church of all Nations), which stands out from afar. Then visit Ein Karem, where John the Baptist was born, visit the Church of the Visitation. Afternoon visit to Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus. Meditate on the glory of the Birth of our Savior at the Church of the Nativity, The birthplace of Jesus. This church is one of the oldest continuously operating churches in the world. Drive to the Shepherd’s field and the Cave Chapel, a recent Byzantine excavation and past Ruth the Moabite’s fields to the Judean Wilderness. Dinner and Overnight stay in Jerusalem.

    DAY 7 OF THE TOUR

    Enjoy your breakfast. Then visit Mount Zion, where you will see the room of the Last Supper- where we remember the last supper and the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles on Pentecost) and the Holy Spirit descended upon the apostles. Nearby is the beautiful Dormition Abbey from where the Blessed Mary went up to heaven at the St. Peter in Gallicantu, which symbolizes Peter’s Denial of Jesus as He had prophesied at the Last Supper. See Caiaphas House, the Apostles Jail. Visit the Western Wall (Wailing Wall) – the site most sacred to the Jewish nation. Enter the walls of the Old City through Dung gate. Walk through the colorful Arab bazars. Visit to the pool of Bethesda and St. Anne and continue to pray the Stations of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa (Way of Grief), traditionally accepted as the last route trodden by Jesus. Follow the Stations of the Cross to Golgotha. Arrive at the Pilate’s Judgment hall; the Chapel of the Flagellation where, according to tradition, the Roman soldiers scourged Jesus and placed a crown of thorns on His head the Ecce Homo Arch and the Convent of the Sisters of Zion. Early tradition held that Pontius Pilate stood here and thundered “Ecce Homo!” Which means “Behold the man?” Which is what Pilate said when he presented Jesus to the crowd? Visit the Church of the Holy Sepulcher built over the Golgotha, the place of crucifixion visible from the distance, with its two silver domes. Easily the most celebrated, yet most contentious, church in Christendom. Crown the day with a visit the Garden Tomb. Have time for prayer & reflection. Drive north to the Galilee area for Dinner and Overnight stay.

    DAY 8 OF THE TOUR

    Have breakfast then visit to Kibbutz, here you will learn about Israel advanced farming methods. You will have to opportunity to see the way of life in the Kibbutz. Then drive to Nazareth, the city chosen by God for the annunciation of the birth of His Son. Here Jesus grew to manhood. Nazareth is also then we home of Mary and Joseph and we will visit the Basilica of the Annunciation built over the grotto where Archangel Gabriel appeared to announce Mary that she would bear a son, Jesus. Stopover by Joseph’s workshop and Mary’s well and the Tomb of the Just. Drive to the village of Cana, where Jesus performed His first Miracle, changing water into wine at the wedding feast. Dinner and Overnight stay in Galilee area.

    DAY 9 OF THE TOUR

    After breakfast, explore the charm and beauty of the blessed area of the Sea of Galilee. Visit Capernaum – the center of Jesus’ ministry where we visit the Synagogue and House of Peters Mother-in-law. Stop at Tabgha – the Church of the Multiplication of the Loaves and Fish. Later visit the expressive Church of the Beatitudes, where Jesus gave the Sermon on the Mount. We make a brief halt at St. Peter’s house, the Church of Primacy of Peter and the place where Jesus bestowed St. Peter with His authority. This is believed to be the place where Jesus dined with His disciples. See the flat rock known as Mensa Christ or Christ’s table commemorates this event. Behind the church, we get an opportunity to dip our feet in the Sea of Galilee. Visit Yardenit baptismal site. Enjoy a Boat Ride the Sea of Galilee. Drive to the coast area of Netanya for Dinner and Overnight stay.

    DAY 10 OF THE TOUR

    Early breakfast. Check out from the hotel. Drive to the City of Tel Aviv-Jaffa. Enjoy a short city tour. Drive to Ben Gurion airport for your flight back home – TK 787 (15:20).

Cost Includes

Airline Tickets and Taxes.
Meet and assistance upon arrival and departure in both countries.
Transfers and tours in A/C as per itinerary requested in both countries.
Entrance fees as per itinerary requested in both countries.
English speaking driver & guide as per itinerary in both countries.
Portage at the hotels in both countries.
Farewell dinner in a local restaurant.
Visas to Israel & Egypt Daily Lunch (3 lunches in Egypt & 5 lunches in Israel).

Cost Excludes

Extra meals, drinks.
Personal expenses, tip.
Travel Insurance.
Anything that is not mentioned in the item “rate includes”.

Total USD1290

T&C Subject to change in rates and availability.