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Turkey and Israel - 15 days

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Places You’ll See

• Introduction
• Day 1 Istanbul
• Day 2 Istanbul
• Day 3 Istanbul - Flight - Capadocia
• Day 4 Capadocia
• Day 5 Capadocia - Konya - Pamukkale
• Day 6 Pamukkale - Ephesus - Izmir - Istanbul
• Day 7 Istanbul - Walk on the Bosphorus - Spice Bazar
• Day 8 Istanbul - Tel Aviv
• Day 9 Optional free date Masada and Dead Sea (from Tel Aviv)
• Day 10 Tiberias - Nazareth
• Day 11 Acre - Haifa - Caesarea - Tel Aviv
• Day 12 Safed - Yardenit - Mount Tabor - Jerusalem
• Day 13 Modern City - Olives Mount
• Day 14 Walled City - Belen
• Day 15 Tel Aviv out

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Thirteen Days Holy Land Tour Travel to Israel and Istanbul Turkey

HOLY LAND ISRAEL AND ISTANBUL TURKEY CHRISTIAN TRAVEL TOUR PACKAGE

13 day israel & istanbul fully escorted holy land tour w/ 5 star deluxe or 4 star first class hotel accommodations plus 1 – night stay in the dead sea resort area & 2 - nights stay on the shores of the sea of galilee & 3 - nights stay in istanbul.

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13 DAYS / 10 NIGHTS TOUR DEPARTS SATURDAY AND ARRIVES ON SUNDAY IN TEL AVIV ISRAEL

• Fully Escorted Christian Group Tour of Israel & Istanbul
• Join our Signature Designed Holy Land Tour with Istanbul Operated by Us
• Small Group Touring All Day
• Stay in a 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class Hotel Accommodations
• Special visit to Magdala, known as the home of Mary Magdalene
• Sail on a Boat Ride in the Sea of Galilee
• Stay one Night in the Dead Sea Resort Area
• Dead Sea Spa Gift Products Courtesy of Enjoy Dead Sea Hotel for our Guest
• Boat cruise on the Bosphorus in Istanbul
• Stay three Nights in Istanbul
• Breakfast Buffet Daily 
• A Special Complimentary St. Peter's Fish Lunch by the Sea of Galilee
• Dinner Daily in Israel
• English Speaking Tour Guides that know the Bible and Christian Sites and Teachings in Israel the Holy Land
• Professional Tour Guides for the Israel portion of Tour are Certified by the Israeli Ministry of Tourism
• Professional Tour Guide for the Istanbul portion of Tour
• NO ADDED FEES FOR CREDIT CARD PAYMENT

THIRTEEN DAY TOUR

Day 1 - SATURDAY

• Transfer from Ben Gurion International Airport to your hotel in Tel Aviv.
• Dinner at your hotel.
• Your selection of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 Star First Class hotel accommodations.

Day 3 – MONDAY From Tel Aviv / Jaffa to the Sea of Galilee, Mediterranean coast and the Valley of Armageddon Caesarea / Mt. Carmel / Megiddo / Nazareth / Sea of Galilee / Tiberias In the morning visit to the Old Town Jaffa , walk through the narrow passages of Old Jaffa, believed to be the oldest port city in the world and where cedars from Lebanon arrived to build Solomon's Temple ( 2 Chronicles 2:16 ), see St. Peter's Church and take a spectacular view of Tel Aviv Shoreline from Jaffa Hilltop. Peter came to Jaffa (Joppa) from Lydda to raise Tabitha (Dorcas) from the dead (Acts 9:36-43) . While in Jaffa, the apostle stayed at the house of Simon the Tanner . St. Peter's Church  marks the traditional site of Peter’s vision of the Great Sheet (Acts 10:9-16) . Depart Tel Aviv driving north along the coastal plain to Caesarea Maritima (Acts 9:30 Acts 10:24-48) which was the center of early Christians, and capital of Judea under the Romans. Visit the excavations of this ancient city, the Roman theatre and aqueduct, here where Paul made his defense before Festus and King Agrippa prior to his final journey to Rome (Acts 25-26) . We'll stop at Mount Carmel (Muchraka) , where Elijah issued his challenge to the False Prophets (1 Kings 18:16-24) . We continue and enjoy a breath taking panoramic view of Haifa Bay and the Western Galilee region. Continue to Megiddo (Joshua 12:21, 1 Kings 9:15, 2 Kings 23:29 & Revelation 16:16) , the site of Armageddon (Revelation 16) where it is prophesied the gathering of the armies for the end of times will take place. See the remains from Solomon’s days, view the valley where the Battle of Armageddon will be fought (Revelation 16:14-16) . Visit the archaeological excavations at Megiddo , including the well preserved water supply system. Continue along the Jezerel Valley to visit the town of Nazareth (Luke 1:26, Luke 4:16, Luke 4:29 & Matthew 2:23) we will take a beautiful view from the top of Mount Precipice , also known as Mount of Precipitation , or Mount of the Leap of the Lord . It's believed to be the site of the rejection of Jesus (Luke 4:29 Luke 4:30) , continue to the Basilica of Annunciation the church and site that celebrates the news from Gabriel that Mary would give birth to Jesus (Luke 1) . If time permits, and we'll drive to Cana of Galilee where Jesus performed his first public miracle, the turning of water into wine at the wedding feast (John 2:1 John 2:11) , and the Lower Galilee region to the beautiful Sea of Galilee to the town of Tiberias . The hotels situated right on town’s center and the shores of the Sea of Galilee make it possible to walk along the shores of the Sea of Galilee and explore the town of Tiberias. Overnight Sea of Galilee- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.

• Breakfast at your hotel.
• Professional certified licensed Tour Guide, entrance fees, and attractions per day itinerary.

Day 4 - TUESDAY Sea of Galilee, the Upper Galilee and the Golan Heights Magdala / Sail the Sea of Galilee / Jesus Boat / Golan Heights / Upper Galilee / Caesarea Philippi / St. Peter's Fish Lunch / Yardenit We begin this Holy Land touring day with a visit to Magdala (Matthew 15:39) , known as the home of Mary Magdalene. Here we'll explore a first century Jewish city where Jesus' healed the afflicted, and the oldest excavated synagogue in the Galilee from the time of Jesus' ministry where surely he taught. After we board a wooden boat and sail on as the disciples did 2,000 years ago on the Sea of Galilee where the Lord calmed the storm (Luke 8:22-25) , and where He made one of the most dramatic miracles, walking on water (Mark 6:47-52) , and it was here along the shores of the Sea of Galilee where Jesus appeared for a third time after being raised from the dead, and asked his disciples to throw their net to the right side of the boat and caught many fish, and where the Lord made the disciples breakfast  (John 21) . We'll dock at Kibbutz Nof Ginosar and visit the " Ancient Jesus Boat " the remains of a 2,000 years old boat that was discovered in 1986. This boat was used at the time of Jesus and his disciples. We will drive to the beautiful Golan Heights . Visit Banias - ancient Ceasarea Philippi (Matthew 16:13 and Mark 8:27) where Jesus said “On this rock I will build my Church” (Matthew 16:18) . Continue to the Hula Valley and the Upper Galilee, returning to the Sea of Galilee and visit the baptismal site of Yardenit on the Jordan River, where believers celebrate and some take the opportunity to submerge themselves in the same waters where the Holy Spirit descended like a dove from heaven, when  John the Baptist baptized up out of the water Jesus (Matthew 3:13-17) . Overnight Sea of Galilee– including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.

• Special St. Peter's fish lunch.

Day 5 – WEDNESDAY Jesus early Ministry along the Sea of Galilee, Jordan River Mount of Beatitudes / Tabgha / Capernaum / Beit She'an / Dead Sea Today we'll visit early Jesus Ministry around the Sea of Galilee, visiting Mount of Beatitudes (Matthew 5, Matthew 6, Matthew 7, Matthew 8) where Jesus preached the Sermon on the Mount , see the famous Church of the Beatitudes  chapel, constructed between 1936 and 1938 by the noted architect Antonio Barluzzi and enjoy the view. Visit Tabgha - the site of the Feeding of the 5,000 and Primacy of Peter (Matthew 13, Mark 33, Mark 45, & John 21) , Church of Multiplication with its 4th Century Mosaic floor, Capernaum ( Matthew 4:13, Matthew 13:54, Matthew 17:24, Luke 7, Mark 1:2, John 4:46 John 4:54) where is believed to have been Jesus' home and the center of his ministry, here we can stand in what is left of the synagogue in which Jesus ministered, and where he preformed many miracles, and it's in Capernaum where Peter’s mother-in-law lived and was healed (Luke 4:38-40) . Journey through the Valley of Beit She'an to the ancient city of Beit She'an (Mark 5:20, Mark 7:31) , view the archeological site. It was here that after defeating Saul and his sons on Mount Gilboa, the Philistines hanged their bodies on the walls of Beth Shean (2 Samuel 21:12-14) , continue through the Jordan Valley past the city of Jericho and arrive to the Dead Sea , the lowest place on earth. Check in at the hotel located at the shores of the Dead Sea, enjoy optional spa treatments and a massage, float on the salty water of the Dead Sea or enjoy a swim in your hotel pool. Overnight Dead Sea- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.

• Special spa gift products; Dead Sea mineral mud pack and salt pack courtesy of Enjoy Dead Sea Hotel.

Day 6 – THURSDAY Dead Sea, Masada, Ein Gedi, Qumran, Judean Desert, Jerusalem Today on your Holy Land tour will visit the 1500 feet mountaintop fortress of Masada famous for being the last stronghold of the Jewish rebellion against the Romans. We will ascend to Masada by cable car and discover the first century Synagogue, King Herod’s Bathhouse and other sites atop of Masada, descend and continue to the oasis of Ein Gedi , where David hid in a cave when running from Saul (1 Samuel 23) , it was here that David composed several of his Psalms, next visit to Qumran where a cache of ancient biblical texts the Dead Sea Scroll were discovered in 1947. Continue to the Golden City of Jerusalem , and proceed to a panoramic view of Jerusalem from Mount Scopus , and take time for prayer. Continue to the hotel conveniently located within walking distance from the Old City Jerusalem. Overnight Jerusalem- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 7 - FRIDAY Old Jerusalem, Temple Mount in Jesus times, Mount of Olives / Kidron Valley / Garden of Gethsemane / Western Wall tunnels (Kotel Tunnels) / Pool of Bethesda / Church of Holy Sepulcher / Via Dolorosa / Christian Quarter From the top of Mount of Olives where the Lord ascended into heaven (acts 1) we will have a view across the Kidron Valley to the Eastern Gate where the prince of Peace will enter (Ezekiel 43) . We pass by Pater Noster Church standing on the traditional site of Christ's teaching of the Lord's Prayer (Luke 11:2-4) , and visit Dominus Flevit where "The Lord wept" as he beheld the Holy City (Luke 19:41-44) . Through Palm Sunday Road proceed down to the Gethsemane (Mark 14:32, John 18:1 & Matthew 26:36)  where you will see 2,000 year old Olive trees that date back to the time of Christ. In the Garden of Gethsemane the place that Jesus prays (Luke 22:39) and his disciples customarily visited, which allowed Judas to find him on that fateful night of his arrest (Luke 22:47-52) , and it's in Gethsemane where an angel from heaven appears to strengthen Jesus  (Luke 22:43) , and where he found his disciples sleeping and awakes them and tells them to get up and pray (Luke 22:46) . Then to the Western Wall - The holiest site in Judaism and one of the original walls that retained the Temple. We will visit the Western Wall Tunnels running along the base of the Western Wall will lead us through the Second Temple era and reveal the amazing construction of the Temple Mount , water supply and Roman street where our Lord was led to judgment. Continue to St. Anne Church and the Pool of Bethesda , where Jesus performed the famous miracle of healing of the paralytic (John 5) . We will walk the Stations of the Cross - the Via Dolorosa including Station 2 Judgment Hall of Pilate (John 18:33) , located at the Church of the Flagellation and Church of the Condemnation and Imposition of the Cross , all the way to the final Station 14 inside  Church of the Holy Sepulcher (Matthew 27, Matthew 33:57, Matthew 28:10) . In the afternoon you will enjoy time to shop the colorful bazaars (markets). We'll join the prayer at the Western Wall , and after return to the Hotel for Shabbat Dinner. Overnight Jerusalem– including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 8 - SATURDAY Jerusalem Old and New City Mt. Zion / Upper Room / King David Tomb / Jewish Quarter / Ein Kerem / Bethlehem / Church of the Visitation / Church of the Nativity / Shepherd’s Field / Garden Tomb We begin the day going to Mount Zion , visit the Upper room (Luke 22) , Lord’s Supper, visit King David Tomb , and walk through the Jewish Quarter . Drive through the New City and pass the Knesset (Israel Parliament) and continue to Ein Karem , the birthplace of John the Baptist (Luke 1:57-80) , the one to announce the coming of the Lord (Isaiah 40:3) . Visit the Church of the Visitation which commemorates the visit made by Mary the mother of Jesus', to Elizabeth , the mother of John the Baptist (Luke 1:39-56) , then continue to Bethlehem where Joseph traveled there (Luke 2:1-7) with Mary whom was pregnant, and where Jesus was born (Matthew 2:1-5) , and visit the Church of Nativity . Proceed to see the Shepherd’s Field  where an angel appeared to announce the birth of Jesus (Luke 2:8-20) . In the afternoon visit The Garden Tomb , to celebrate the resurrection of Christ (1 Corinthians 15, Luke 24:6-7, Mark 16:5-7) with a time for prayer. Enjoy a evening farewell dinner at the hotel. Overnight Jerusalem- including Full Buffet Breakfast and Dinner.

Day 9 - SUNDAY Enjoy free day in Jerusalem later in the day transfer to Ben Gurion airport according to your flight schedule to Istanbul / Arrival in Istanbul, Turkey After Breakfast at the hotel, and by 12 noon, Check out from your hotel and store your luggage in the hotel storage room to enjoy a free day in Jerusalem. Passengers booked 4 Stars First class hotels, Jerusalem the Grand Court hotel within walking distance to the Old City. Passengers booked 5 stars Deluxe hotels, in Jerusalem, The Leonardo Plaza hotel is within walking distance from the Old City and the center of West Jerusalem. You can visit again the Holy sites and the colorful bazaars,  Yad Vashem Israel’s memorial to the victims of the Holocaust, the Davidson Center at the Western Wall,  Ben Yehuda street with shopping stores, restaurants, and coffee shops, Mahaneh Yehuda market, with authentic Jerusalem Restaurants, and food markets. Explore on your own the newly renovated Israel Museum and Shrine of the Book . Transfer from the lobby of your hotel to Ben Gurion International Airport 4 hours Prior to flight departure to Istanbul, Turkey. Welcome to Turkey , upon arrival at Istanbul Ataturk Airport you'll be welcomed by our representative, briefed on your itinerary, and escorted to your hotel for a welcome briefing about your journey. Overnight in Istanbul. Overnight Istanbul – including Full Buffet Breakfast.

• Transfer from your Jerusalem hotel to the Ben Gurion International Airport for your departure flight to Istanbul, Turkey.
• Transfer from Ataturk International Airport to your hotel in Istanbul.

Day 10 - MONDAY Topkapi Palace / Blue Mosque / Hagia Sophia / Grand Bazaar After breakfast, start a guided Istanbul tour at Topkapi Palace , the residence of the Ottoman sultans between the end of the 15th and the first half of the 19th centuries, with its treasures, terraces overlooking the Marmara Sea, the Bosporus and the Golden Horn, from there visit the Blue Mosque , recognizable from its six minarets, built between 1609 and 1616 for Sultan Ahmet I and decorated inside with 21,043 tiles from Iznik in a dominant blue color. Continue to St. Sophia, an ancient Byzantine Church; Hagia Sophia is a great architectural beauty and an important monument both for Byzantine and for Ottoman Empires. A former Greek Orthodox patriarchal basilica, later an imperial mosque, and now a museum in Istanbul. Complete your touring day with the Grand Bazaar , and end your day wıth an overnight stay in Istanbul. Overnight Istanbul - including Breakfast.

Day 11 - TUESDAY Spice Market / Bosphorus cruise After breakfast, visit the Spice Market the famous colorful covered market in Istanbul, after take a boat cruise along the Bosphorus , the strait that forms part of the boundary between Europe and Asia with magnificent sights to behold. Overnight Istanbul – including Breakfast.

Day 12 - WEDNESDAY Enjoy a free day in Istanbul in the morning/day transfer to Ataturk International Airport according to your flight schedule After Breakfast, and by 12 noon, Check out from your hotel and store your luggage at the hotel storage room to enjoy free day in Istanbul. You can visit again amazing Istanbul the only city in the world that straddles two continents, Asia and Europe, and where you can continue to explore the 3,000 years of history Istanbul has to offer.. Pick-up for transfer to Ataturk International Airport 4 hours prior to flight departure back home.

• Transportation touring and transfer to Ataturk International Airport

If your flight departs in the morning you will arrive back in America the same day of your departure.

If your flight departs in the night you will arrive back to America the following day of your departure.

THIRTEEN DAY HOLY LAND TOUR TO ISRAEL & ISTANBUL TURKEY

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Day 1: Istanbul

Arrive in Istanbul Ataturk Airport. After visa and luggage claim, you will meet your driver and private car, will be ready to transfer you to the hotel. A welcome package with your tour vouchers, a tourist map, and any other touristic information that you may find useful will be waiting for you upon your arrival at your hotel. There is no plan for this day unless you are interested in experience the traditional Turkish bath nearby your hotel.  Meals: No Meals

Day 2: Full Day Tour of Two Continents in Bosphorus

In the morning a visit to the Spice Market, where locals still shop for herbs and spices coming from all over the world. Then, embark on a cruise by boat on Bosphorus, the unique winding strait separating two continents. After lunch, you will cross the Bosphorus by driving through the Bogazici Bridge to go over the Asian side of Istanbul. Also take a visit to Beylerbeyi Palace, the summer residence of Ottoman Sultans used in the 19th century. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 3: Full Day Tour of Byzantine & Ottoman Highlights

Today you will have a full day tour of visiting St Sophia Museum, the pride of the Byzantine architecture, Byzantine Hippodrome, where once chariot races were held; the Blue Mosque, famous for its blue Iznik tiles; and enjoy shopping in the world’s largest covered bazaar with 4000 shops, is known as Grand Bazaar. After lunch, you will visit Topkapi Palace, the famous residence of the Sultans (The Harem section is not included in the tour) and see the Treasury, royal gardens, Sultan’s kitchen and Sacred Relics. Meals: Breakfast & Lunch

Day 4: Istanbul

Enjoy your free day by exploring landmarks of the city on your own. Our you can join our optional tour to Cappadocia. Meals: Breakfast

Day 5: Istanbul - Tel Aviv

You will be transferred to the airport with your private car and driver. After arriving at Ben Gurion Airport, you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Tel Aviv. Meals: Breakfast

Day 6: Tel Aviv

Free day at leisure time. You can explore the beauties of the city on your own. Meals: Breakfast

Day 7: Haifa

Depart Tel Aviv and visit the Diaspora Museum. Proceed along the coastal plain to Caesarea, capital of Judea under the Romans. See the excavations of the Crusader city and the Roman port, aqueduct and the amphitheatre that has been restored to its former glory as a concert venue. Continue via the Druze villages to Haifa. Overnight in Haifa. (Breakfast)

Day 8: Galilee

The tour of Haifa begins at the summit of Mount Carmel for a breathtaking panoramic view of the Haifa Bay and Western Galilee. Continue to the golden domed Bahai Shrine to visit the exotic Persian Gardens. Proceed to Safed, the center of Jewish mysticism, where you will visit the ancient synagogues and the artists’ colony. Continue to the Golan Heights to see the former Syrian bunkers, Kuneitra and the new Israeli town of Katzrin. Dinner and overnight at the Lavi Kibbutz Hotel. Meals: Breakfast

Day 9: Sea of Galilee - Nazareth

Start the day with a visit to Tiberias. Drive to Capernaum to see the ruins of the synagogue and octagonal Church of St. Peter. Proceed to Nazareth, where you will visit the Church of the Annunciation. Tour the new Jewish town and visit the Arab market. Continue via Beit Shean to Beit Alpha to see the remains of the mosaic floor of an ancient synagogue depicting the zodiac. Overnight in Jerusalem. Meals: Breakfast

Day 10: Jerusalem

Visit the tomb of King David on Mt. Zion and the room of the last supper. Enter the walled city and walk through the newly restored Jewish Quarter. Visit the Roman Cardo, the Herodian Quarter and continue to the Western Wall. Walk along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Proceed to Mount Scopus and then to the Mount of Olives for a magnificent panoramic view of the Old City. Continue to Bethlehem** stopping at Rachel’s Tomb and the Church of Nativity. Overnight in Jerusalem. Meals: Breakfast

Day 11: Jerusalem

Drive to the Hadassah Medical Center in Ein Kerem to see the Chagall stained glass windows and continue to Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust. Explore the Israel Museum and its Shrine of the Book where the Dead Sea Scrolls are housed. Visit the Miniature model of Jerusalem as it was 2,000 years ago. We will then see the Knesset, Israel’s Parliament, and the Givat Ram Campus of the Hebrew University. Overnight in Jerusalem. Meals: Breakfast

Day 12: Qumeran - Massada - Dead Sea

Drive through the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth at almost 1,300 feet (400 meters) below sea level. Stop at Qumran to visit the site where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Drive along the shores of the Dead Sea to Massada. Ascend by cable car and tour the ancient fortress where the Zealots made their last stand against the Romans before committing mass suicide in 73 AD. Time and weather permitting, an opportunity will be provided to float on the Dead Sea.Overnight in Jerusalem. Meals: Breakfast

Day 13: Jerusalem

Enjoy your day at leisure in Jerusalem. Meals: Breakfast

Day 14: Tel Aviv

Transfer to Ben Gurion Airport and the end of our services.

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Turkey, Israel and Jordan in 2 weeks

Exploring highlights, important landmarks, ancient sites, beautiful cities, and islands of in 2 weeks.

Covering:   Istanbul, Ephesus, Pamukkale and Cappadocia in Turkey. Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Sea of Galilee, Jordan River, Nazareth in Israel Jerash, Petra, the Dead Sea in Jordan

• Centrally located 4-star hotels
• Friendly English speaking personnel
• All land, airport, and ferry port transfers are included
• Inside visit to museums and ancient sites with skip the line admission
• All the tours mentioned on the itinerary
• Small groups 8 guests or less per group, (private options available

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     Daily Tour Program

HOS GELDINIZ! Welcome to Turkey! We will meet you at the airport and transfer you to your hotel Unpack and go out for an evening walk and dinner on your own around Sultanahmet Square. Overnight in Istanbul.

In the morning we will greet you at your hotel and take you on a guided tour of the historic old part of Istanbul. Today’s main sites are: * Blue Mosque/Sultanahmet Mosque (Camii) * Hagia Sophia/Aya Sofya * Hippodrome of Constantinople Lunch at a local restaurant * Topkapi Palace After the tour return the hotel then the rest of the day at leisure. (Optional Whirling Dervish Performance tour available,  contact us if interested) Overnight in Istanbul.

Breakfast at the hotel AM Meet up at the lobby of your hotel and take you on this enlightening walking tour down to the waterfront near Eminonu.   You’ll see hundreds of interesting shops lined up cozily side-by-side, We will then enjoy a cruise on the Bosphorus. Today’s main sites are: * Walking tour of Golden horn water-front area * Spice Bazaar and surrounding areas * Bosphorus Cruise takes you through the waterway separating the two continents, Europe and Asia; along its shores, you can take photographs of marble palaces and antique wooden Ottoman-era villas that sit beside luxurious modern residences. You will also see Dolmabahce Palace, Beylerbeyi Palace, and Ortakoy Mosque from the boat. After the tour, we will return back to the hotel or option to be dropped off at the center.  Rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Istanbul.

Early morning meet up at the lobby and transfer to domestic airporr Short flight to Izmir, Upon arrival, Meet up, and go on a guided tour of Ephesus, Temple of Artemis, and the House of Virgin Mary.

About the sites you will visit ; *Ephesus is the best-preserved classical city from ancient times and was inhabited by Greeks, Macedonians, Romans, and Turks. St. Paul lived here circa 60 AD when it was at its most populated at 250,000.  During your visit, you’ll walk its stony boulevards, stand in the grand theatre, marvel at the beauty of the Celsus Library, the agora, as well as the baths, giving you the unique chance to get up-close-and-personal with history by literally being able to walk into it. *The Temple of Artemis is situated in serene countryside celebrates the Greek goddess Artemis, the virginal huntress and twin of Apollo, who supplanted the Titan Selene as the goddess of the Moon.  This temple, known as Artemision in Greek times, was the largest of its kind in the world. *The House of The Virgin Mary, high on a hill overlooking the town of Selcuk, is where it is believed that St. Mary came to live with St. John the Baptist in the later years of her life.

Return to the hotel,  free time to rest and dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Kusadasi.

After breakfast, we will depart from Kusadasi to Pamukkale; Our drive will take us through a rich agricultural area, teeming with cotton fields and fruit orchards. Upon arrival, we will continue on the guided tour of Pamukkale and Hierapolis. Sites we will visit * Pamukkale, Whitewashed terraces, ancient pools, and more… * Ancient city of Hierapolis We will then drive back to Kusadasi.  Dinner at the hotel & Overnight in Pamukkale.

Breakfast between 07:00 to 10:00 Transfer to Izmir Airport   >>>>> Flight to Cappadocia. Flight information will be added — >>>>>>>>>>> Arrive in Cappadocia, and visit Today, we’ll stroll through an amazing subterranean city where ancient Christians once hid from Arab invaders; we’ll then wander through the Ihlara Gorge and spend time in a classic Anatolian village, we will then transfer to your hotel. Check-in & Overnight stay.

Breakfast at the hotel Meet up & enjoy a full-day tour of Cappadocia that covers; Goreme Open Air Museum, Avanos, Devrent and Rose Valley, Uchisar, Pasabag, and more.,   See fairy chimneys, unique to the World Heritage Site of Cappadocia Visit Uchisar town and castle, walk through the Goreme Open Air Museum, and see stunning views of the region Visit Ceramic factories and see the ancient art of making ceramics in Avanos village Flexible no rush fun day exploring Cappadocia Region. After the tour, return to the hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia.

(If you have purchased the optional hot-air ballooning tour, please note that you’ll need to rise very early in the morning to go to the balloon-launch site. After the trip has concluded, we’ll come back to the hotel for breakfast and enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.  ( optional tour to Underground Cities and Ihlara Valley Hiking tour is available )) contact us if interested.  Afternoon transfer to Cappadocia Airport  A short flight to Istanbul,  then another short flight down to Tel-Aviv >>>>>>>>>>> Meet up with the transfer men as you come off at the arrivals gate, transfer to your hotel in Jerusalem.  After check-in, enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. Overnight in Jerusalem.

BBreakfast at the hotel. We will meet you at your hotel in the morning and take you on an informative guided tour covering important must-see sites and points of interest in Jerusalem. We will cover; * Mount of Olives for panoramic views over the City of Peace. * Mount Zion to visit King David’s tomb, the Room of the Last Supper, and Dormition Abbey * Walking tour through the Old City, the Armenian and Jewish quarter towards the Roman Road * The Jewish Western Wall, the Kotel, and the Christian Quarter, Via Dolorosa, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. * The Jewish memorial to the Holocaust in the new city. Return to the hotel, rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Breakfast at the hotel. We will meet you at your hotel in the morning and take you on a full-day tour covering; * See the remarkable moonscape of the breathtaking Judean desert. * Visit Jericho, the oldest city in the world. * The oldest Sycamore tree is over 2,000 years old, and it stands in the same setting as the Biblical sycamore tree. * The Mound of Ancient Jericho, where 25 ancient cities were uncovered. * Bethlehem is the birthplace of King David and translates as “City of Bread” due to the wheat crop that grew in the region. * The Church of the Nativity and the cave where Jesus was born. * Manger Square, where Jesus was placed after his birth. * The Greek and the Catholic Church. Return to the hotel, rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Breakfast at the hotel. We will meet you at your hotel in the morning and take you on a full-day tour covering; * The Sea of Galilee and Lower Galilee * The Church of Annunciation in Nazareth * The Tabgha Church of the Loaves and Fish * The Archeological sites of Capernaum * Optional (Get baptized on the Jordan River) Return to the hotel, rest of the evening at leisure. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Breakfast at the hotel. Meet up with the transfer-men, transfer to Tel Aviv Airport. >>>>>> Short flight to Jordan >>>>> Upon arrival, meet up with the driver at the airport,  continue on the panoramic and historical tour of the sites located in Amman. Sites we will cover: The Citadel, the Archaeological Museum, and Umayyad Palace. We will then depart for a 3-hour drive down to Petra. Arrival, check-in, Dinner at the hotel. Overnight stay.

Breakfast at the hotel. Meet up and go on the guided tour into the breathtaking “rose-red” city (by horseback and foot), which begins at the “Siq,” a winding canyon road.  At the end of the passage, you’ll see Petra’s most beautiful monument — the Treasury — carved out of the solid rock from the side of the mountain.   Beyond the Treasury, you’ll discover soaring temples, elaborate royal tombs, a theatre, burial chambers, and water channels. Enjoy flexible free time on the sites. Return to the hotel & rest of the day and evening at leisure. Dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Petra.

After Breakfast, Enjoy this morning at Wadi Rum,  a moonscape terrain of ancient river beds, wind-sculpted mountains, vast desert vistas, and smooth, pastel-colored sands.  You will meet long-skirted legionnaires offering cardamom-spiced coffee at the “Beau Geste” outpost.   Enjoy 2 hours jeep tour at this oasis home to the film “Lawrence of Arabia.” A truly “out of this world” experience!   Then drive to the Dead Sea for swimming and relaxing. Dinner and overnight stay in the Dead Sea Resort.

Breakfast at the hotel. Four hours before your flight departure time,  we will provide a transfer to Amman airport and say Goodbye and have a safe trip back home.

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Turkey, Egypt, Jordan & Israel Signature

• Duration 15 Days
• Tour Type Private & Bespoke
• Tour Style Classic
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Itinerary summary.

• DAY PLACE HIGHLIGHTS

Istanbul: Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace Izmir: The Agora, Kizlaragasi Hani Ephesus: Antique Theater, Celsus Library, Shrine of Virgin Mary

Cairo: Pyramids, Sphinx, Khan El Khalili Bazaar Luxor: Luxor Temple, Valley of the Kings, Temples of Karnak

• 10 - 12 Jordan Petra: Al Khazneh, Royal Tombs, Mt. Nebo

Jerusalem: Wailing Wall, Mt. Olives, Golgotha Bethlehem: Church of the Nativity, Shepherds Field Tel Aviv: Old Jaffa, Departure

Day 1: Arrival, Istanbul

Welcome to Istanbul, Turkey! Upon arrival, you will be greeted and escorted to the hotel for check in. The rest of the day is free for you to have a rest.

Day 2: Istanbul

After breakfast, your exploration of Istanbul will begin with a visit to Topkapi Palace, where you can get a pretty good feel for the life of Ottoman sultans from fabulous collections of holy relics and interesting buildings such as the Imperial Harem. Continue your tour to the Hagia Sophia, which is considered the epitome of Byzantine architecture and famous for its massive dome. Close by is the Blue Mosque, which was named for blue tiles surrounding the walls of interior design. From here it is a short walk to the Basilica cistern. Immerse yourself in the mystical atmosphere with water dripping from the vaulted ceiling and ghostly carp patrolling the water.

Later, walk through the hippodrome (an ancient Grecian stadium for horse racing and chariot racing) to Egyptian Obelisk (a tall, four-sided, narrow tapering monument) and then stop at Serpentine Column (an ancient bronze column built to commemorate the Greeks who fought and defeated the Persian Empire at the Battle of Plataea).

Day 3: Istanbul - Izmir - Kusadasi

After breakfast at the hotel, you will have a flight to Izmir. Upon arrival, a comfortable private transfer will take you to the first tourist attraction the Agora. Stroll around this rectangular-shaped, multilevel marketplace of old Smyrna to enjoy the Corinthian colonnade and Faustina Gate. Followed by is the Kizlaragasi Hani, an ancient Ottoman-built warehouse dating from 1744. After the tour, you will be transferred to the hotel in Kusadasi for check in.

Day 4: Kusadasi - Ephesus - Izmir - Istanbul

Today is dedicated to exploring the ruins of the ancient city Ephesus. You can get a deep understanding of this city's original splendor from several visible ruins, including the Arcadian Way, the Antique Theater, the Roman Baths, and the Celcus Library. After that, continue your exploration to the Shrine of Virgin Mary, which is a Catholic and Muslim shrine located on Mt. Koressos in the vicinity of Ephesus. After visiting the Basilica of St. John, you will be escorted to Izmir for your flight to Istanbul. Upon arrival, check in to the hotel and the rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 5: Istanbul - Cairo

After breakfast, you will have an international flight to Cairo, the capital of Egypt. Upon arrival, be met and transferred to the hotel for check in. The rest of the day is at leisure.

Day 6: Cairo

This morning, you will be transferred to the Memphis, the ancient capital of Egypt during the Old Kingdom. Start your exploration with a visit to the Alabaster Sphinx and the statue of Ramses II. After that, continue on to the Step Pyramid of Saqqara, which was the earliest of the existing pyramids in Egypt. Later, move on to the Pyramids of Giza, one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Take photos to this world-famous architecture and the mysterious Sphinx, a colossal lion with a pharaoh's head.

Optional: In the evening, chance to revisit the Pyramids with the famous Evening Light & Sound Show (USD40/person, including round-trip private transfers).

Day 7: Cairo

After breakfast, learn about the history of Egypt from the magnificent collection of Pharaonic antiquities. Continue your visit to the Citadel of Salah El-Din, a medieval Islamic fortification. The main building of this castle is the Mohammed Ali Mosque. Your tour will end at the Khan El Khalili Bazaar, a busy and colorful open-air bazaar filled with unique and exotic items from spices and perfumes to jewelry and souvenirs.

Optional: Chance to experience Shisha (Arabian hookah) at the Khalili Bazaar (USD15/person).

Day 8: Cairo - Luxor

After breakfast, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight to Luxor. Upon arrival, be met and escorted to the hotel for check in. After a short break, you will start your exploration along the East Bank of Luxor to the Temples of Karnak, where you can take in the representative buildings of Ancient Egypt. Followed by is the Luxor Temple, which is one of the best-preserved of all of the ancient monuments with large amounts of the structure, statuary and relief carvings.

Day 9: Luxor - Cairo

After breakfast, set out for a visit to the Valley of the Kings, where rock-cut tombs of the Pharaohs and powerful nobles of the New Kingdom were excavated. Continue on to visit the Colossi of Memnon - two massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III.

In the afternoon, you will be escorted to the airport for your flight to Cairo. Upon arrival, be met and transferred to a nearby hotel for check-in.

Note: Visit tombs for Ramesses VI, Tutankhamun and Ay will be subject to an additional charge of USD8/person respectively, while a visit to other tombs is included in the main tickets.

Day 10: Cairo - Amman - Petra

Day 11: petra.

After breakfast, your English-speaking guide will spend about 2 hours taking you visit main highlights of Petra with introductions of their history and culture. After that, enjoy an exploration tour on your own pace. Petra is a historical and archaeological city in southern Jordan, famous for its rock-cut architecture and water conduit system. Stroll around the paved streets to immerse yourself in magnificent architecture such as Al Khazneh, elaborate royal tombs, and a curved Nabatean theater.

Note: My Odyssey Tours arranges an English-speaking driver for the trip. When you visit Petra, Odyssey will arrange private English-speaking guides to explain the site for you and you will explore the other sites on own, the driver will be just a driver, of course, your driver is also able to give you general information on Jordan. Your private guide will be with you at Petra for around two hours, after which you have some time to explore further on your own.

Day 12: Petra - Allenby Bridge Border (Jordanian Side) - Jerusalem

After breakfast, your driver will escort north to Allenby Bridge (around 4 hours). En route, stop at Madaba to enjoy its Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics and Mt. Nebo to get a panorama view of the Holy Land. Upon arrival, say goodbye to your driver and pass the boarder on your own. The driver in Israel will meet you at the Israeli side and transfer you to the hotel in Jerusalem for check in.

Note: 1. Your private driver will meet you at the Israel Terminal and transfer you to hotel in Jerusalem with private vehicle (no guide today). 2. There is 10-minute shuttle bus service between two border check points, and the cost is USD12/person, USD3/luggage.

Day 13: Jerusalem

Old Jerusalem is a spiritual lightning rod, sacred to Jews, Muslims and Christians. Today you will have a tour of this city. Move to the Mount of Olives to get a panoramic view of the city. Go downhill and stop at the Gethsemane, a garden famous as the place where Jesus prayed. Followed by is King David's Tomb, a place of pilgrimage for Jews, Muslims and Christians. Head to Wailing Wall, where you have a chance to see coming-of-age ceremonies of Jewish sons and daughters. Continue your visit to Church of the Holy Sepulcher and then stop at the Golgotha, where Jesus was said to have been crucified.

Note: 1. Private English speaking guided tour for today. 2. Please be aware that during Friday and Saturday, the Dome of the Rock and the Al-Agsa Mosque is NOT open to non-muslim. In that case, we suggest changing the tour sequence so that we could still visit these two sites.

Day 14: Jerusalem - Tel Aviv

Today you will drive south to Bethlehem, which is the birthplace of Jesus. Explore the multitude of Churches and Chapels in the Church of the Nativity compound, enjoy the bustle of Manger Square, and visit the Shepherds Field.

Later, spend about 2 hours driving to Tel Aviv. Upon arrival, pay a visit to the Old Jaffa. It is an awesome maze of historic stone buildings, amazing little galleries and studios, mosques and churches, the Jaffa Flea Market (Shuk Hapishpishim) and the Jaffa Port.

Day 15: Tel Aviv, Departure

After breakfast at the hotel, you will have some leisure time until driving to the Ben Gurion Airport for your flight back home.

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Explore three cities in a package tour for Turkey, Egypt, and Israel!

Our tour is physically active. We believe the best way to get to the heart of a city is on foot, surrounded by the people and the culture. For this reason, we do walking tours through most of the cities we visit. It will be a vigorous pace with a great deal of walking on ancient pavements, up and down stairs, and hilly terrain. Expect to be on your feet, walking and standing, indoors and outdoors, and in all weather conditions. It is not recommended for physically challenged travelers who need assistance walking or those with limited stamina or mobility.

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Day 1 Izmir

Free time in Izmir. Group dinner included at hotel.

Day 2 Izmir Turkey

Breakfast at the hotel and continue to Pergamum (Revelation 2:12-17) First visit Asclepion (medical center of the ancient world). Then visit the Acropolis, Temple of Athena, library, Royal Palace, Temple of Trajan, the steepest theater of the ancient world, Altar of Zeus. Continue to Thyatira (Revelation 2:18-29) which was a commercial center, visit remains of a church and then return to Izmir. Group dinner included at hotel.

Day 3 Izmir Turkey

Breakfast at the hotel. Visit ancient Agora of Smyrna (Revelation 2:8-11) Depart from Izmir to Ephesus, a cradle of early Christianity (Revelation 1:1; 2:1-7). Proceed to spectacular ruins from the period of Paul; see Odeon, Fountains, Temples; Library, Great theater and stadium. Temple of Artemis (one of the seventh wonders of the ancient world.) Group dinner included at hotel.

Day 4 Izmir Turkey/Pamukkale

Breakfast and check out of Izmir hotel. Visit Aphrodisias en route to Pamukkale (which was ancient Hierapolis mentioned at Colossians 4:13.) Visit the wonderful formations of stalactites and watch the Cataracts falling into the Basin at the bottom of the Mountain. Continue the tour with the ancient city of Hierapolis. Group dinner included, overnight in Pamukkale Hotel.

Day 5 Pamukkale/Izmir Turkey

Breakfast and check out of Pamukkale hotel. Early morning start with a visit to the ancient city of Laodicea (Revelation 3:14-22). Continue to Philadelphia. (Revelation 3:7-13) Visit Sardis (Revelation 3:1-6) capital of the ancient kingdom of Lydia. See the Temple of Diana, the Golden River (Pactalos) and the royal road. Then visit the reconstructed synagogue and continue to Izmir for Group dinner included, overnight in Izmir hotel.

Day 6 Izmir/Istanbul Turkey

Breakfast and check out of Izmir hotel. Flight to Istanbul. Visit Grand Bazaar & Egyptian Spice Market. Group dinner included, overnight in Istanbul Hotel.

Day 7 Istanbul

Breakfast in Istanbul hotel. Tour Branch Office of Jehovah’s Witnesses in Istanbul. Visit Hagia Sophia Museum. Enjoy Bosphorus Cruise. Group Dinner and overnight in Istanbul hotel.

Day 8 Istanbul/Cairo

Depart Istanbul. Flight from Istanbul to Cairo Airport, transfer to hotel. Dinner included. Get acquainted. Overnight in Cairo airport hotel

Day 9 Luxor

Transfer to Cairo airport, Flight to Luxor. Visit to Luxor & Karnak Temples. Start Nile Cruise. Lunch on board & dinner included.

Day 10 Nile Cruise

Tour on West bank (Valley of the kings, Queen Hatshipsuit temple and the gigantic statues of Memnon). Optional: Hot air balloon trip in the early morning. Lunch and dinner included on cruise. Sailing towards Esna

Day 11 Nile Cruise

Visit Edfu temple by horse carts and back. Lunch on board. Sailing to Kom Ombo. Visit Kom Ombo temple on foot and back. Dinner on boat, sailing towards Aswan.

Day 12 Nile Cruise

Free day in Aswan or optional 1) Depart early morning for bus ride towards Abu Simbel, visit the two temples of Ramses II and his wife Nefertari. Option 2) Visit to Nubian Village, with motor boat, visit and learn about culture. Lunch & dinner and overnight on board.

Day 13 Aswan/Cairo

Checkout of Nile Cruise, visit to Aswan ( (The high dam+ Temple of Isis upon Phileah island). Transfer to Aswan airport for flight back to Cairo, overnight Cairo.

Day 14 Cairo

Full day touring the Grand Egyptian Museum, visit the cave church and Garbage city. Attend the Sound and light show at Giza Pyramids in front of Sphinx. Overnight in Cairo

Day 15 Cairo

Visit Sakkara ( Zoser Step Pyramid + tomb of Kagemni+ Pyramid of king Titi) + Dahshour (Red & Bent pyramid)+ Memphis ( The alabaster Sphinx & Ramses || statue). Overnight in Cairo

Day 16 Cairo

Visit Giza pyramids, Sphinx, Coptic Cairo (Hanging Church from 3rd century + Cavern of the holy family 1st century + Ben Ezra Jewish Synagogue 10th century. Overnight in Cairo

Day 17 Cairo/Tel Aviv

Breakfast at hotel Cairo and shuttle towards airport. Tel Aviv arrivals from all around the globe. Free time all day in Tel Aviv. Dinner at Tel Aviv hotel included.

Day 18 Tel Aviv

Breakfast in hotel. Tour Tel Aviv Bethel. Tour Joppa; Visit Simon the Tanner’s “house” and walk down to Joppa’s ancient Port. Local cuisine for lunch, not included; after lunch tour Biblical Landscape Museum. Group dinner at Tel Aviv hotel included.

Day 19 Tel Aviv/Tiberias

Breakfast in hotel. Check out of Tel Aviv hotel. Visit beautiful Caesarea. Visit to Megiddo (lunch at Megiddo, not included). Guided tour of Nazareth Village – experience a memorable re-creation of Nazareth of 2000 years ago. Check into Tiberias hotel. Group dinner at Tiberias hotel included.

Day 20 Tiberias/Jerusalem

Breakfast in hotel, Tour the Sea of Galilee area: First a wonderful boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. Visit the Mount of Beatitudes for a reading of the Sermon on the Mount. Visit Capernaum. Enjoy Galilee Fish lunch, not included. Visit ruins of the Synagogue of Magdala. Group dinner at Tiberias hotel included.

Day 21 Tiberias/Jerusalem

Breakfast in hotel. Check out of Tiberias hotel. Visit Jordan River site; Visit to Jericho. Lunch at Jericho site, not included. Take coach to Jerusalem to the Mt. of Olives, walk down to Garden of Gethsemane. Group dinner at Jerusalem hotel included.

Day 22 Jerusalem

Breakfast in hotel. Early morning visit to Temple Mount. Visit Pools of Bethesda. Tour the Western Wall Tunnel. Local cuisine Lunch not included. Guided Bible tour of Israel Museum (we have our own theocratic guide), Shrine of the Book and the huge outdoor model of ancient Jerusalem. Group dinner at Jerusalem hotel included.

Day 23 Jerusalem

Breakfast in hotel. Enjoy city walk, Visit Wohl Museum & Burnt House, continue to the City of David (enjoy excellent film of Jerusalem’s history). Visit to Gihon spring, Warren’s Shaft, Hezekiah’s Tunnel, Pool of Siloam. Guided tour of Garden Tomb site. Group dinner at Jerusalem hotel included.

Day 24 Jerusalem

Breakfast in hotel. Visit Masada, using the cable car. Enjoy floating in the Dead Sea. Conclude by visiting with old “Abraham” in his tent in the Judean Desert, including Camel ride and Biblical dinner.

Day 25 Jerusalem

Breakfast at Jerusalem Hotel. Flight home

All itineraries are subject to adjustment as required. Confirmed, final and detailed itineraries (and additional important travel details) are posted on your Personal BCT Travel Desktop, approximately one month from departure.

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• No insurance, no refunds. A claim, with the proper paperwork, for an insured reason, must be presented to the insurance company.
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• The final balance is due 90 days prior to departure on all trips.
• Reservations made less than 90 days before departure require full payment.
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Land Package prices signify that… BCT will provide your transportation during the tour but you will be required to arrange your own transportation (be that airfare or train or car) at the beginning and after the tour.

Unless the arrival and departure hotels provide complimentary hotel/airport shuttle service Land Package travelers will need to arrange their own airport/hotel transportation. For Instance: On most NY trips the BCT-provided arrival/departure hotel(s) may provide complimentary hotel/airport shuttle service. However on many of BCT’s international trips arrival and departure hotels may not.

BCT is not responsible for any cost associated with the cost of your transportation (be that airfare or train or car) at the beginning and after the tour. Including penalties, fees, and/or rebooking costs when a trip is canceled or moved. Click here to read about the advantages of booking a ‘full package’ trip versus a ‘land package’ trip.

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A 6% convenience (secure processing) fee will be added for reservations made online and a $30/person discount will be added. Booking over the phone, no convenience fee will be added, nor will you receive a $30/person discount.

All prices herein are per person and are subject to change without notice. ‘Full Package’ prices are especially subject to change due to the fluctuation in airfare. For Instance: Travelers can expect to pay additional airfare for summer tour dates if their tour includes New York. We will notify you three months, or less, before your departure of any additional fees. *Should the prices noted herein differ from that shown when booking your tour, the price you select on checkout will be the one that is validated.

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With this tour you will get all the best of Holy Land, you will stay one night in Netanya, two nights in Tiberias and two nights in Jerusalem.

This tour ending with two days Turkey - the birth place of Christianity, you will see the marvels of Istanbul which will make from this tour truly an unforgettable event of your life!

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• We depart from the international airport nearest to your city, on overnight flight to Tel Aviv.

Overnight: Dinner and breakfast will be served.

• Afternoon arrival to Tel Aviv.
• Upon arrival, we will be met and transferred to our hotel.
• Check-in and accommodation in the hotel.
• Dinner at the hotel.

Overnight: Netanya

• Breakfast at the hotel.
• Check-out of the hotel.
• We begin our journey northward by motor-coach along the Mediterranean Sea to Caesarea . This ancient city was built in honor of Caesar by Herod the great, and was the capital of the Romans in the Holy Land for nearly 500 years.
• You will see the Crusader City , and the fantastic aquaduct before continuing to Haifa , one of the most beautiful cities in the world.
• View the Ba'hai Gardens , one of the holiest sites of the Ba'hai religion.
• We will drive to the crest of Mt. Carmel , through the Jezreel Valley and arrive at the site of Megiddo , one of King Solomon's "chariot cities" and according to scripture, the location for the last battle in history.
• Lunch on your own, en route.
• See Gideon's brook , the "Well of Herod" and continue on to Nazareth, Jesus' boyhood home , where you will visit the Church of Annunciation .
• Then to Cana where he made his first miracle of turning water into wine, continue to Tiberias and to our hotel.
• Check into the Tiberias hotel.
• Dinner at the Tiberias hotel.

Overnight: Tiberias Hotel, Lower Galilee

• There is nothing quite like witnessing the morning sun on the Sea of Galilee . Although there are many places which we must admit are traditional, you can be sure that the Lord Jesus walked along these shores.
• After breakfast (and a Sunrise service, if you choose) we return to Tiberias for a full day of sightseeing.
• Visit the Mt. of Beatitudes , traditional site of the Sermon on the Mount .
• Visit Tabgha , the Chapel dedicated to the multiplication of the loaves and fishes.
• Continue on to the ruins at Capernaum , then the Synagogue and the house of Simon Peter .
• Cross the sea of Galilee by a boat similar to those used in Jesus days. We end the day with a stop at the Jordan River , where a baptismal service is possible.
• Come back to our Tiberias hotel.

Overnight: Tiberias hotel, Lower Galilee

• Check out of the hotel.
• This morning will begin with a stop at Gergesa .
• Then to south through Beth-Shan , the Jordan Valley , past Shiloh and Bethel .
• Our trip takes us " up into Jerusalem ": continuing on into Bethlehem . Visit the Church of Nativity , built over the stable where Jesus was born and the Church of Visitation . Take some time for shopping.
• Check into our Jerusalem hotel.
• Dinner at the Jerusalem hotel.

Overnight: Jerusalem hotel

• The high point of our entire tour. Enter the Old City through the Damascus Gate and begin a walking tour which takes us through St. Stephens Gate to the Pool of Bethesda and Saint Anne’s Church .
• Continue to the Temple area of Mt. Moriah . Visit the Dome of the Rock area (entry to the Mosque not included) and the Western Wall , also know as the " Wailing Wall " which is the only remaining portion of the original temple built by Solomon .
• Walk through the Old City Bazaars to the church of the Holy Sepulchre .
• View the Tower of David , the Citadel and King David's Tomb .
• Visit the Jewish Quarter before we leave the Old City through Jaffa Gate . We visit Mt. Zion and the Upper Room , then onto the Garden Tomb and Golgotha , place of the skull, where a worship service is possible.
• Our evening ends with a visit to the Garden of Gethsemane and with a trip to the Mt. of Olives for a spectacular view of the city.
• Come back to our Jerusalem hotel.
• We begin with an early morning departure today as we head south from Jerusalem .
• See the ruins of ancient Jericho , stop at the Inn of the Good Samaritan , drive through the modern city of Jericho and continue to the Dead Sea , 1300 feets below sea level, the lowest spot on Earth.
• See the Qumran caves where the Dead Sea scrolls were found.
• Then continue to Masada . Ascend the mountain by cable car to the remarkable ruins of the fortress built by Herod the Great . From 70-73 AD, Jewish Zealots made their last stand against the Romans.
• Today we will have a full day of leisure to revisit favorite spots in Jerusalem .
• Explore some of the recent excavations or try your hand at bartering at the famous bazaars of the Old City .
• Our guide will have several options available for those who prefer to visit sites not on the "typical" tour, so prepare for this exciting day and make the most of it!
• Check-out of Jerusalem hotel.
• Enjoy a leisurely morning in Jerusalem before transferring to the airport where we will bid "Shalom" to Israel, and board our flight to Istanbul .
• Arrive at Istanbul’s Atatürk International Airport .
• After customs, we will be met by our local representative and transferred to the hotel, enjoying a panaromic city tour en route.
• Check to Istanbul hotel.
• Dinner at the Istanbul hotel.

Overnight: Istanbul hotel

• Today we begin with a visit to the world famous Hagia Sophia Church which is now a museum. Constructed by Emperor Justinianos as a church at the beginning of the 6th Century, Hagia Sophia remained the largest cathedral in the world for almost a thousand years and is considered the 8th Wonder of the World. The Church was converted into a mosque in 1453 and subsequently into a museum in 1935.
• Continue to the cascading domes and six slender minarets of the Sultan Ahmet Mosque (better known as the " Blue Mosque "), which dominates the skyline of Istanbul.
• In the 17th century, Sultan Ahmet I. wished to build an Islamic place of worship that would be even better than the Hagia Sophia , and the mosque named for him is the result.
• The two great architectural achievements now stand next to each other in Istanbul's main square, and it is up to visitors to decide which is more impressive. The Blue Mosque was commissioned by Sultan Ahmet when he was only 19 years old. It was built near the Hagia Sophia , over the site of the ancient hippodrome and Byzantine imperial palace (whose mosaics can be seen in the nearby Mosaic Museum ). Construction work began in 1609 and took seven years. The mosque was designed by architect Mehmet Aga . Sultan Ahmet was so anxious for his magnificent creation to be completed that he often assisted in the work. Sadly, he died just a year after the completion of his masterpiece, at the age of 27. He is buried outside the mosque with his wife and three sons.
• The original mosque complex included a madrasa, a hospital, a han, a primary school, a market, an imaret and the tomb of the founder. Most of these buildings were torn down in the 19th century.
• Walking through the ancient Hippodrome where the chariot races took place in antiquity, we will get to the Basilica Cistern , a wonderfully serie underground chamber built by Justinian in 537 AND and comprised of 336 columns.
• Come back to our Istanbul hotel.
• Today’s touring begins with a visit to the magnificent Topkapi Palace , the residence of the Ottoman Sultans for 400 years.
• Enjoy the exquisite collection of Chinese porcelain, the stunning Imperial Treasury including the "Spoonmaker's Diamond" aka the Kasikci Diamond , which is the third largest diamond in the world and the Topkapi Dagger .
• We leave the Palace and view the Egyptian Obelisks , which are the oldest historical works in Istanbul. These stones, which were made of pink granite, were constructed in year 390 in the era of Theodosius .
• Visit the Spice Market , followed by a cruise along the Bosphorus , which separates Asia from Europe.
• Our final stop is the Grand Covered Bazaar with 4000 tiny shops.
• Check out of our hotel.
• An early departure takes us from our hotel to the airport for our continuing flight home to the USA.
• We return home exhausted but exhilarated by 12 days exploring Israel and Istanbul.

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Tour including.

• Round trip air transportation top Tel-Aviv from select international airport in your area.
• Meeting services and transfers between airports and hotels overseas, including porterage.
• Eight nights in four-star hotel (double occupancy) with twin-bedded rooms and private facilities.
• Touring by deluxe air-conditioned or heated motor-coaches.
• Full buffet breakfast and table d'hote dinners daily.
• Full services of experienced government licensed escort/guide throughout.
• Complete sightseeing with entrance fees to places visited per itinerary.

Tour highlights Israel

• JERUSALEM OLD CITY
• ST. STEPHENS / LION'S GATE
• POOL OF BETHESDA
• WESTERN WALL
• CHURCH HOLY SEPULCHRE
• TOWER OF DAVID
• GARDEN TOMB
• GARDEN OF GETHSEMANE
• ANCIENT JERICHO
• THE GOOD SAMARITAN
• THE DEAD SEA
• QUMRAN CAVES

Tour highlights Turkey

• HAGIA SOPHIA CHURCH
• BASILICA CISTERN
• THE ANCIENT HIPPODROME
• TOPKAPI PALACE
• KASIKCI DIAMOND
• HE SPICE MARKET
• CRUISE ALONG THE BOSPHORUS

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Turkey Tours & Cruise Packages 2024, 2025

Prepare yourself for a journey to the lands of ancient treasures and Christian history. Join others in fulfilling the dream of walking where the apostles walked. Each of our Turkey tours is led by a local guide who is an expert on the historical, cultural, scenic, and spiritual history of this ancient country. Imagine walking through the lands of the Churches of Revelation with visits to Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea. Some packages include touring of Cappadocia, Konya, Istanbul, Troy, and Izmir (among other locations). If you’re looking to take a longer journey, and an Aegean cruise, consider continuing on to Greece on one of our Footsteps of Paul and John tours.

Below is a list of various Turkey tour packages departing year-round.

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These are a few of the sites you can visit in Turkey, depending on the tour chosen:

Ephesus is clearly the crown jewel of the 7 Churches of Revelation . Ephesus was once a bustling port town, and you can still see the beautiful remains of that town today. During your visit to Ephesus, you can check out the library, the theater, and the ancient port. You’ll also have a chance to visit the Basilica Church of St. John. With ancient architecture and a wealth of Christian history, Ephesus is one of the most popular visits on our Turkey tours.

Smyrna — or Izmir — is another one of the 7 Churches of Revelation. As the third-largest city in Turkey, there’s a lot to do and see. While visiting Izmir, you’ll enjoy a visit to the Church of Polycarp and the ancient Agora. Izmir is normally the first city your tour will visit for many of our Turkey and Greece tour options.

Pergamum is where the first executions of Christians by Rome took place. We offer several Turkey tour packages that give you a chance to visit this ancient Greek city. During your visit to Pergamum, you’ll see the Acropolis, the Royal Gates, and the ruins of the Library of Pergamum. We’ll also take a look at the foundations of the Altar of Zeus, which was built in the 2nd century BC.

Thyatira used to be a busy trading post where wool workers, dyers, leather workers, and potters would come to sell and trade goods. This ancient city has also gone by two other names throughout its history: Pelopia and Semiramis. Thyatira may have been one of the cities the Apostle Paul visited during his second or third journey. A storied history and several Christian landmarks make Thyatira a popular destination during your Biblical tour of Turkey.

While Thyatira was home to many dyers and wool workers, Sardis is where the practice of dying wool began. While you’re in Sardis, you can visit the gymnasium and synagogue to get a better feel for the city and what it might have been like thousands of years ago. As one of the 7 Churches of Revelation, Sardis is an essential place to see during our Christian fellowship tours .

Philadelphia

After you’re finished seeing Sardis, you can take a trip to nearby Philadelphia to see the remains of this once-great city. Philadelphia was conquered by the Ottomans in 1390, so there isn’t a whole lot left to see in this ancient city. Still, Philadelphia is a revered historical Christian location because it played an important role in the Book of Revelation. Today, the ancient wall and the remains of a Byzantine basilica are all that remain.

Another ancient city that’s been reduced to ruins, Laodicea is the last of the 7 Churches of Revelation. Today, the city is home to a long stretch of ruins, giving you a look into the past of an ancient civilization. Among the ruins are the remains of an ancient stadium and an older but surprisingly sophisticated water system. The historical significance of Laodicea makes it a popular destination during our tours in Israel , Turkey, and Greece.

Turkey Tours: Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions about our Turkey tour? Here’s what you need to know before visiting this beautiful country:

What passport and visa information should I have to travel to Turkey?

Non U. S. Citizens are responsible to fulfill appropriate entry requirements of destination. Contact your Consulate office for requirements. U.S. citizens need a valid passport with at least six months validity beyond intended stay for entrance into Turkey. Make two photocopies of your passport. Leave one copy at home and carry the other separately from your original. U.S. citizens currently do not need a visa to enter Turkey but this may change. Please check the Turkey entry requirements 1 month before departure.

What languages are spoken in Turkey?

Turkish. Kurdish is also spoken by a minority in the southeast. French, German and English are widely spoken in cities.

What currency is used in Turkey?

The currency in Turkey is the Turkey Lira and Euro. Check www.xe.com for the most recent exchange rate.

Should I bring cash on my tour to Turkey?

We suggest that you bring $25 per day in US cash to cover your out of pocket expenses each day. You may also choose to exchange a small amount of currency at a US bank before you leave, however, you may do so upon arrival at the airport. Your escort will be able to show you the best place to exchange money upon your arrival. ATM machines are available in the major cities. However, in smaller towns, ATM cards, traveler’s checks and credit cards may not be accepted. Please be advised that the ATM machines in Turkey dispense TURKEY LIRA and EURO. For major purchases we recommend that you use a major credit card. Please Note: Due to Turkey being labeled internationally as a high fraud country, ATM withdrawals may be limited to $75.00 per day. Check with your debit/credit carrier for other restrictions or policies specific to your bank. Please Note: We suggest you call your bank and/or credit card Company before you leave to let them know you will be out of the country and using your ATM card or credit card.

Do I need to bring a converter for my Turkey tour?

You will need to bring along the necessary converters to operate any 120-volt appliances such as hair dryers, camera and cell phone chargers, etc. Electricity is 220 volts in Turkey.

What time zone is Turkey in?

Turkey is seven hours ahead of EST and two hours ahead of GMT.

What is the climate in Turkey?

Prior to departure, check the 10-day forecast on www.weather.com . The climate in Turkey varies based on your proximity to the ocean, with inland areas being colder. While Turkey has cooler summers than other Mediterranean countries, its summers are on the warm side compared to other oceanic climates. The weather is mostly mild with temperatures that aren’t too cold during the winter or too hot during the summer.

When is the best time to book a tour to Turkey?

You can visit Turkey or take a tour of Jordan and Israel during any time of the year — but weather is one of several factors to consider. You might want to avoid visiting Turkey during certain months when the weather is exceptionally hot or cold. For ideal weather, you should visit sometime from April -June or from September -October. If you like cooler/moderate temperatures, we recommend visiting in February-March or November. Keep in mind that Turkey — like many countries — is busier during certain parts of the year. If you want to avoid large crowds, you can book one of our Turkey tours during the offseason. No matter when you decide to book your tour, we offer tours to Turkey that fit your schedule. You can check out some of our Turkey tour packages to learn more about our tours and save money by booking your tour early.

What is the Churches of Revelation?

The Seven Churches of Revelation are seven important churches in the times of Early Christianity. These churches — Ephesus, Smyrna, Pergamum, Thyatira, Sardis, Philadelphia, and Laodicea — are also called the Seven Churches of the Apocalypse or the Seven Churches of Asia. As home to early Christian civilizations, these cities played an essential role in the Book of Revelation and the early history of Christianity. Taking a Israel 10-day tour or a tour of the Seven Churches of Revelation allows you to experience Christian history firsthand.

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Turkey, Jordan & Israel - Highlights Travel Package

• This particular Turkey, Jordan & Israel combination is a flexible travel package for individuals.  The flexibility of this option allows you to choose your own travel dates and the option to customize the itinerary according to your available travel dates (duration) and where you would most like to visit in each of these countries. We can also arrange the route in a different order if required, for example, start Tel Aviv end Istanbul. 

• If you wish to join on an escorted group coach tour for the Jordan-Israel section , please mention this when making your request so that we can advise you of the possible alternatives available according to your chosen travel dates.

• Package Rate starts from 4500 US$ per person,  based on 2 persons using 3* hotels. The overall rate varies according to the number of persons traveling, your requested travel dates, hotel category, and any changes you might wish to make to the itinerary. Excludes international flights to the starting & ending points.

Tour itinerary

DAY 01 - Arrival Istanbul Transfer from Istanbul Airport to the hotel and overnight Istanbul meals: none

DAY 02 - Istanbul Sultanahmet Tour Join on a full-day regular group walking tour visiting the Blue Mosque, St Sophia, Hippodrome and Obelisk, Grand Bazaar and Topkapi Palace (excluding optional extra entrance to Harem room) - these particular sights of the historical Sultanahmet area are a must for any visitor to Istanbul. Overnight in Istanbul. meals: breakfast & lunch included.

DAY 03 - Bosphorous Cruise & flight to Cappadocia: Half-day morning cruise on the Bosphorus with views from the vessel and visit of the Spice Bazaar. Then transfer to the airport for a late afternoon/early evening flight to Cappadocia. Arrive and transfer to the hotel. Overnight in Cappadocia meals: breakfast included

DAY 04 - Cappadocia Tour with Goreme: *Optional extra: 01-hour hot air balloon ride at sunrise with amazing views over the Cappadocian valley Join on a full-day tour during which you explore Devrent Valley and Monk's Valley (Pasabagi) with fairy chimneys; break for lunch in Avanos, a village famous for its pottery; then visit Goreme Open-Air Museum exploring churches and monasteries with their frescoes. Also, view Uchisar Natural rock castle. Overnight in Cappadocia. meals: breakfast & lunch included

DAY 05 - Red Valley & Kaymakli Underground City: Today's tour starts with a 4km hike in Red Valley during which you pass by rock churches and fairy chimneys that dot the route leading to the old Greek village of Cavusin. Kaymakli Underground City is next, with its many levels carved out of the soft volcanic rock and used for living quarters and storage. Also, enjoy panoramic views at Pigeon Valley. In the evening, depart on the overnight intercity bus from Cappadocia to Pamukkale (intercity buses in Turkey are of high quality & well maintained). ** If you do not wish to travel by overnight bus, we can arrange using domestic flight instead. Please be sure to note your preference when making your request. meals: breakfast & lunch included

DAY 06 - Travertines of Pamukkale: Arrive Pamukkale in the early morning (if by overnight bus), and a "morning-room" will be provided for you at a nearby hotel to take a shower and have breakfast. Then meet up with the day tour visiting the "Cotton cliffs" of Pamukkale and the Hierapolis ruins. The day tour ends with arrival & drop-off at the hotel in Kusadasi. meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner included

DAY 07 - Ephesus & House of Virgin Mary: One of the jewels in the crown of Turkey - the Ancient City of Ephesus is a must. Walk down marble streets, view the magnificent Celsius Library and the Grand Theatre, etc. Also included are visits to the House of Virgin Mary & remains of Artemis Temple. Overnight in Kusadasi. meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner included

DAY 08 - Flight from Izmir to Amman (Jordan): Transfer to Izmir Airport for a flight to Amman. On arrival, transfer to a hotel in the city center with the remainder of the afternoon and/or evening free at leisure to relax or stroll around on your own. Overnight in Amman. meals: breakfast included

DAY 09 - Jerash, Ajloun & Amman: First head to Jerash and visit (with 01-hour local onsite guide) the spectacular forum, Roman colonnaded street, Nymphaeum and Temple of Artemis. Then on to Ajloun, the great 12th-century Islamic castle built around 1184/85 by the Islamic leader Salah al-Din. Return to Amman and visit the Citadel with the remains of the Umayyad Palace and Hercules Temple as well as the Archaeological Museum. Downtown, see the Roman Theatre from the 2nd century and traditional souks, stroll in Jabal Amman. Overnight in Amman. meals: breakfast included

• During the Jordan section of this travel package you will be taken to all mentioned sights by private a/c tour vehicle with an English-speaking driver. Local tour guides are included for the visits of Jerash & Petra only. An optional extra cost would apply if you wish to have an escorting tour guide travel in the vehicle with you on all days - this is not a necessity, most persons are happy with only having local guides in Jerash & Petra.

DAY 10 - Madaba, Mt Nebo & Kerak: Today visit Mt Nebo, Madaba & Kerak as you head from Amman to Petra. From Mt Nebo you can overlook the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea and parts of the Holy Land. Then to Madaba, known in Jordan as the “City of Mosaic”, where you see the famous 6th-century mosaic map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land at St. George’s Church as well as the other mosaics in the Archaeological Park. Continue along the ancient caravan route with a short photo stop in Wadi Al Mujib, a great wide valley with magnificent geological formation. Arrive at the remains of the Crusader castle in Kerak, explore the underground passageways and enjoy the view. Then continue on the drive to the hotel in Petra. meals: breakfast included

DAY 11 - Petra, the jewel of Jordan: With your local Petra guide, begin to explore the red rose city of Petra. Pass through the canyon, the so-called Siq, to the beautiful Treasury. From here continue via the Street of Facades to the Royal Tombs and Pharaoh's Castle. After the first 2.5 hours of the visit (can be extended to 5hrs if you wish) the guide will say farewell and you have the remainder of the day to continue exploring around Petra on your own (for those who are fit & adventurous, you could climb the 800 stairs to the Monastery El Deir). Return the same way to the entrance gate where your driver will be waiting to take you back to the hotel. Overnight in Petra meals: breakfast included Optional Extra: Tickets for Petra by Night: Experience the entire Siq and Treasury lit with over 1000 candles. Operates every Mon/Wed/Thu only, lasts approximately 2-hours.

DAY 12 - Wadi Rum, a day of adventure including camel & jeep rides Depart from Petra on the 1.5-hour drive to Wadi Rum, one of Jordan’s great landscapes. On arrival, meet your Bedouin guide and start the camel ride, a traditional way to explore the desert. Along the way see rock inscriptions and stop at Lawrence’s Spring, named after Lawrence of Arabia. Lunch break with Bedouin tea in the shade of a mountain. Then board a 4x4 and while sitting in the open back ride through the desert, passing by enormous cliffs, rock and sand formations of different colors. See the 80 meters high Burdah rock bridge and the smaller Um Frouth, both naturally evolved by wind and erosion over centuries. You have the opportunity to climb Um Frouth if you wish, takes about 15 minutes, and enjoy great views over the surroundings. End of the day with arrival to the camp where you enjoy dinner and overnight under a hopefully starry sky. Overnight in Wadi Rum (private tent with ensuite bathroom) meals: breakfast, lunch & dinner included

DAY 13 – Dead Sea After breakfast at the camp, proceed on the 4-hour drive to the lowest point on earth, the Dead Sea. Arrive and check-in to the hotel then free at leisure to float and relax in the salty waters. Overnight at the Dead Sea. meals: breakfast included

DAY 14 - Border crossing from Jordan into Israel Transfer to the border, farewell to your driver and cross over from Jordan into Israel. On the Israeli side, meet with the transfer driver waiting there to take you to the hotel in Jerusalem. The remainder of the afternoon and evening is free at leisure for you to begin exploring your surroundings. Overnight in Jerusalem. meals: breakfast included

DAY 15 - Old Jerusalem & Bethlehem Join on a full-day regular group tour of Old Jerusalem & Bethlehem. Visit the Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city. Then Mount Zion to visit King David's Tomb, Room of Last Supper and Dormition Abbey. Enter the Old City and walk through the Armenian and Jewish quarters to the restored Cardo, the Roman road. See the Jewish Wailing Wall, the Kotel and continue to the Christian quarter. Walk along the Via Dolorosa and visit the Church of Holy Sepulchre. Then continue to Bethlehem and walk through Manger Square to visit the Church of Nativity and Shepherds' field. Tour ends with return to the hotel, evening free at leisure. Overnight in Jerusalem meals: breakfast included

DAY 16 - Biblical Highlights of Galilee This full-day tour starts with a drive via the coastal road and landscape of the lower Galilee to Nazareth, the town where Jesus spent his childhood. Visit the Basilica of Annunciation and the Church of St. Joseph. Continue, via Kana, to Tiberias, the lively resort town on the Sea of Galilee. Drive along Kineret Lake to Capernaum and view the ruins of the ancient synagogue where Jesus taught. Then on to Tabgha and visit the Church of Multiplication of the Fish and Loaves with the beautiful mosaic floor. Proceed to Yardenit, the famous baptismal site located where the Jordan River flows out from the Sea of Galilee to the Dead Sea. Overnight in Tel Aviv (or Jerusalem if you prefer) meals: breakfast included

DAY 17 - Pearls of Western Galilee Depart on a full-day tour starting with Caesarea, the ancient Roman capital and port. Here enjoy a walking tour of the theatre and the archaeological ruins and excavations. Continue to Haifa for a scenic view of the City, the Port and the magnificent Bahai Gardens and Shrine. Proceed to Rosh Hanikra and descend by cable car into the underwater grottoes and admire the spectacular natural formation. Then head to Acre, the Old City recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site and here walk through the market, the mosque and the old port; visit the remarkable underground Crusader City and crypt and learn about their fascinating history and culture. Overnight in Tel Aviv. meals: breakfast included

DAY 18 - Departure from Tel Aviv As per your flight departure time, transfer from the hotel to Tel Aviv (Ben Gurion) Airport.

What's included?

• Hotel accommodation in category of your choice (3*/4*/5*)
• Breakfasts at hotels throughout
• Lunches & dinners noted as included
• Day tours in Turkey, regular group (private on request) which include guiding in English, main entrances to visited sights, a/c tour transport. The full-day tours also include lunch, drinks extra
• Day tours in Israel, regular group (private on request) which include guiding in English, main entrances to visited sights, a/c tour transport.
• Private a/c tour vehicle with English-speaking driver for the noted sightseeing route in Jordan, starting from hotel in Amman ending with drop-off at the Jordanian side of the land border. Main entrance fees to noted sights, short horse ride in Petra (700m, part of the entrance ticket, not compulsory), camel ride and jeep ride with lunch box and Bedouin guide in Wadi Rum, local English speaking guide in Jerash for 1hour, local English speaking guide in Petra for 2.5hours
• Flight tickets for routes Istanbul-Cappadocia & Izmir-Amman, economy class
• Bus ticket for route Cappadocia-Pamukkale (can be changed to flight if preferred)
• Transfers to/from hotels/airports/stations on all arrivals & departures in each area
• Taxes and handling services
• Flexible, can be customized to suit your particular interests & amount of time available
• Available on daily basis, year-round
• Order of route can be changed if you wish, for example start Tel Aviv end Istanbul

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The conflict between Israel and Palestinians — and other groups in the Middle East — goes back decades. These stories provide context for current developments and the history that led up to them.

Turkey halts all trade with Israel over military actions in Gaza

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is shown speaking during a joint statement to the media in Baghdad, on April 22, 2024. Ahmad Al-Rubaye/AP hide caption

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is shown speaking during a joint statement to the media in Baghdad, on April 22, 2024.

ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey on Thursday suspended all imports and exports to Israel citing the country's ongoing military action in Gaza and vowed to continue to impose the measures until the Israeli government allows the flow of humanitarian aid to the region.

A Turkish Trade Ministry statement said "export and import transactions in relation to Israel have been stopped, covering all products."

Turkish officials would coordinate with Palestinian authorities to ensure that Palestinians are not affected by the suspension of imports and exports, the ministry said.

The ministry described the step as the "second phase" of measures against Israel, adding that the steps would remain in force until Israel "allows an uninterrupted and sufficient flow of humanitarian aid to Gaza."

Last month, Turkey — a staunch critic of Israel's military actions — announced that it was restricting exports of 54 types of products to Israel, including aluminum, steel, construction products and chemical fertilizers. Israel responded by also announcing trade barriers.

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Why israel is losing the war of global public opinion over its tactics in gaza.

Earlier on Thursday, Israel's Foreign Minister Israel Katz accused Turkey of blocking Israeli imports and exports from Turkish ports.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan "is breaking agreements by blocking ports for Israeli imports and exports," Katz wrote on the social platform X.

Katz said he had instructed officials to "immediately engage with all relevant parties in the government to create alternatives for trade with Turkey, focusing on local production and imports from other countries."

Erdogan's government, which suffered major setbacks in local elections in March, is faced with intense pressure at home to halt trade with Israel. Critics accuse the government of engaging in double standards by leveling strong accusations against Israel while pressing ahead with commercial relations.

Turkey recognized Israel in 1949. Under Erdogan, tensions have ebbed and flowed between the countries. The Turkish leader stepped up his criticism of Israel following its military offensive in Gaza, accusing it of carrying out war crimes and genocide. He has described the Hamas militant group, considered a terrorist organization by Israel, the United States and the European Union, as freedom fighters.

This week, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said Turkey had decided to join the legal case filed by South Africa against Israel at the International Court of Justice and would soon submit a formal request to intervene in the case.

South Africa filed a case at the ICJ accusing Israel of breaching the Genocide Convention with its military offensive against Hamas. Israel denies that its military campaign in Gaza amounts to a breach of the Genocide Convention.

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