the joshua caleb tour ,exploring the land together
the joshua caleb tour ,exploring the land together
$4,759
CAD
$4,759 CAD | 11 days
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Day
Location
Details
October12
VANCOUVER
Day 1 - Monday
Depart from Vancouver at 6:00am on Air Canada flight AC100 flying non-stop to Toronto arriving at 1:35pm. Connecting with Air Canada AC80 departing Toronto at 5:00pm flying non-stop to Tel Aviv.
Depart from Vancouver at 6:00am on Air Canada flight AC100 flying non-stop to Toronto arriving at 1:35pm. Connecting with Air Canada AC80 departing Toronto at 5:00pm flying non-stop to Tel Aviv.
October13
TEL AVIV, JAFFA
Day 2 - Tuesday
Arrive in Tel Aviv at 10:30am where our tour guide will meet you. We start by traveling to Jaffa, which affords us a breathtaking view of the city of Tel Aviv. At this picturesque port city of winding alleys, art galleries and crafts boutiques, King Solomon had the cedars of Lebanon rafted for the building of the First Temple in Jerusalem. You will view the spot of the House of Simon the Tanner (Acts 10:6). After this tour we continue to our hotel for check-in and the balance of the day is at leisure to enjoy Tel Aviv. Dinner and overnight at the Grand Beach Hotel, Tel Aviv
Arrive in Tel Aviv at 10:30am where our tour guide will meet you. We start by traveling to Jaffa, which affords us a breathtaking view of the city of Tel Aviv. At this picturesque port city of winding alleys, art galleries and crafts boutiques, King Solomon had the cedars of Lebanon rafted for the building of the First Temple in Jerusalem. You will view the spot of the House of Simon the Tanner (Acts 10:6). After this tour we continue to our hotel for check-in and the balance of the day is at leisure to enjoy Tel Aviv. Dinner and overnight at the Grand Beach Hotel, Tel Aviv
October14
CAESAREA, MT. CARMEL/ MEGIDDO, TIBERIAS
Day 3 - Wednesday
Today we drive north along the Plain of Sharon, the Mediterranean and the old coastal road- the Via Maris that linked Egypt and Babylon as we journey towards Galilee. We stop at Caesarea the incredible fortress city built by King Herod the Great. Here, Pontius Pilate had his base; where Cornelius lived and was baptized (Acts 10); where Paul embarked to Tarsus (Acts 9:30) and where Philip preached (Acts 8:40). Visit the Roman Theatre, the Hippodrome, and the Crusader City. We then travel north towards Haifa and ascend Mt. Carmel the site where the prophet Elijah fought the 400 false prophets of Baal (1 Kings 18:30). We will stop for an incredible panoramic view of Haifa. We turn inland and proceed to Megiddo, one of King Solomon’s walled fortified cities (1 Kings 9:15; 10:26), with ruins of 20 levels of civilization. From here the Books of Daniel and Revelation will come alive as we read about the final Battle of Armageddon, while viewing the Plains of Jezreel Continue to Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee. Dinner and overnight at The Lake House Hotel on the Sea of Galilee.
Today we drive north along the Plain of Sharon, the Mediterranean and the old coastal road- the Via Maris that linked Egypt and Babylon as we journey towards Galilee. We stop at Caesarea the incredible fortress city built by King Herod the Great. Here, Pontius Pilate had his base; where Cornelius lived and was baptized (Acts 10); where Paul embarked to Tarsus (Acts 9:30) and where Philip preached (Acts 8:40). Visit the Roman Theatre, the Hippodrome, and the Crusader City. We then travel north towards Haifa and ascend Mt. Carmel the site where the prophet Elijah fought the 400 false prophets of Baal (1 Kings 18:30). We will stop for an incredible panoramic view of Haifa. We turn inland and proceed to Megiddo, one of King Solomon’s walled fortified cities (1 Kings 9:15; 10:26), with ruins of 20 levels of civilization. From here the Books of Daniel and Revelation will come alive as we read about the final Battle of Armageddon, while viewing the Plains of Jezreel Continue to Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee. Dinner and overnight at The Lake House Hotel on the Sea of Galilee.
October15
JESUS MINISTRY IN THE GALILEE
Day 4 - Thursday
After breakfast, we will depart our day with a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee to Kibbutz Ginossar where we will see a ancient boat from the time of Jesus displayed at the Kibbutz Museum. Continue to Capernaum, the centre of Jesus’ Galilean ministry and the site of many of his miracles. We will see the remains of Peter’s house and the synagogue site where Jesus taught and worshipped. Drive to Tabgha and visit the Church of the Multiplication of Loaves and Fishes. Continue to the Mt. of Beatitudes where Jesus delivered what is perhaps the most famous sermon ever preached – “The Sermon On The Mount” (Matt.5). Visit to Magdala the newly excavated site to see the first century synagogue where Jesus taught. Dinner and overnight at The Lake House Hotel on the Sea of Galilee.
After breakfast, we will depart our day with a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee to Kibbutz Ginossar where we will see a ancient boat from the time of Jesus displayed at the Kibbutz Museum. Continue to Capernaum, the centre of Jesus’ Galilean ministry and the site of many of his miracles. We will see the remains of Peter’s house and the synagogue site where Jesus taught and worshipped. Drive to Tabgha and visit the Church of the Multiplication of Loaves and Fishes. Continue to the Mt. of Beatitudes where Jesus delivered what is perhaps the most famous sermon ever preached – “The Sermon On The Mount” (Matt.5). Visit to Magdala the newly excavated site to see the first century synagogue where Jesus taught. Dinner and overnight at The Lake House Hotel on the Sea of Galilee.
October16
GALILEE/ GOLAN HEIGHTS
Day 5 - Friday
We will drive north to Tel Dan National Park to see the ruins from Abraham’s time and the Dan Spring which is a source of the Jordan River. Continue to Banias, one of the sources of the Jordan River and the site of ancient “Caesarea Philipi”, where Peter made the confession of faith in Christ (Matt; 16:16). Drive up the Golan Heights to view the Hula Valley and the Galilee from Mt. Bental and learn about the importance of the security for the State of Israel. We will drive past Kursi, where Jesus cast out the demons from the Demoniac of Gadara and into the pigs (Mark 5:1-20). Be back before sunset for Kabbalat Shabbat at the hotel. Dinner and overnight at The Lake House Hotel on the Sea of Galilee.
We will drive north to Tel Dan National Park to see the ruins from Abraham’s time and the Dan Spring which is a source of the Jordan River. Continue to Banias, one of the sources of the Jordan River and the site of ancient “Caesarea Philipi”, where Peter made the confession of faith in Christ (Matt; 16:16). Drive up the Golan Heights to view the Hula Valley and the Galilee from Mt. Bental and learn about the importance of the security for the State of Israel. We will drive past Kursi, where Jesus cast out the demons from the Demoniac of Gadara and into the pigs (Mark 5:1-20). Be back before sunset for Kabbalat Shabbat at the hotel. Dinner and overnight at The Lake House Hotel on the Sea of Galilee.
October17
YARDENIT, DEAD SEA, JERUSALEM
Day 6 - Saturday
We start the day with a visit to Yardenit, the Baptismal Centre on the Jordan River. We continue to travel south to the shores of the Dead Sea, where you will have time to take a float in the saltiest body of water in the world. Ascend the Judean wilderness to the Golden City of Jerusalem. Dinner and overnight at the Royal Hotel (Ramada complex), Jerusalem.
We start the day with a visit to Yardenit, the Baptismal Centre on the Jordan River. We continue to travel south to the shores of the Dead Sea, where you will have time to take a float in the saltiest body of water in the world. Ascend the Judean wilderness to the Golden City of Jerusalem. Dinner and overnight at the Royal Hotel (Ramada complex), Jerusalem.
October18
OLD CITY OF JERUSALEM
Day 7 - Sunday
We will drive to the top of the Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of Jerusalem. Tracing the footsteps of Jesus, we will stroll down the Palm Sunday Route on the Mount of Olives to the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations. From here, we proceed by bus across the Kidron Valley, past the Tombs of Absalom, Zechariah and James and proceed to Mt Zion to visit the traditional site of the Upper Room (Room of the Last Supper), and the Church of St. Peter’s in Gallicantu, built on top of the High Priest Caiphas’ house. We walk to the Zion Gate and enter the Old City of Jerusalem through this gate and walk through the Armenian Quarter to the Jewish Quarter. Walk along the Roman/Byzantine Street called the “Cardo” to visit the Western Wall, Judaism’s holiest spot and the ancient Western Wall Tunnels. We continue our walk along the Via Dolorosa to visit the Pools of Bethesda, St. Anne’s Church, Chapel of the Flagellation and Pilate’s Judgment Hall to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre for a brief visit. Dinner and overnight at the Royal Hotel (Ramada complex), Jerusalem.
We will drive to the top of the Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of Jerusalem. Tracing the footsteps of Jesus, we will stroll down the Palm Sunday Route on the Mount of Olives to the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations. From here, we proceed by bus across the Kidron Valley, past the Tombs of Absalom, Zechariah and James and proceed to Mt Zion to visit the traditional site of the Upper Room (Room of the Last Supper), and the Church of St. Peter’s in Gallicantu, built on top of the High Priest Caiphas’ house. We walk to the Zion Gate and enter the Old City of Jerusalem through this gate and walk through the Armenian Quarter to the Jewish Quarter. Walk along the Roman/Byzantine Street called the “Cardo” to visit the Western Wall, Judaism’s holiest spot and the ancient Western Wall Tunnels. We continue our walk along the Via Dolorosa to visit the Pools of Bethesda, St. Anne’s Church, Chapel of the Flagellation and Pilate’s Judgment Hall to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre for a brief visit. Dinner and overnight at the Royal Hotel (Ramada complex), Jerusalem.
October19
JERUSALEM
Day 8 - Monday
We start the day at the City of David Excavations to see remains of Jerusalem from the time of King David. See the Hezekiah Tunnel and the Pool of Siloam. Continue to the Davidson Centre and visit the archaeological park of the excavations along the Western and Southern walls of the Temple Mount of Jerusalem. Finish the day with a visit to the Garden Tomb or Gordon’s Calvary with a group communion in one of the gardens. Dinner and overnight at the Royal Hotel (Ramada complex), Jerusalem.
We start the day at the City of David Excavations to see remains of Jerusalem from the time of King David. See the Hezekiah Tunnel and the Pool of Siloam. Continue to the Davidson Centre and visit the archaeological park of the excavations along the Western and Southern walls of the Temple Mount of Jerusalem. Finish the day with a visit to the Garden Tomb or Gordon’s Calvary with a group communion in one of the gardens. Dinner and overnight at the Royal Hotel (Ramada complex), Jerusalem.
October20
JERUSALEM
Day 9 - Tuesday
We start the day in the New city of Jerusalem by visiting Yad Veshem, Israel’s memorial to the Holocaust commemorating the six million Jews who perished. Visit and walk through the newly opened Museum, visit the Children’s Memorial, walk along the Avenue of the Righteous Gentiles for those who risked their lives to save Jewish lives. Continue to the Israel Museum and visit the Shrine of the Book housing the Dead Sea Scrolls, the oldest manuscripts of the Bible ever found. Visit the model of Jerusalem from the Second Temple Period as it looked from the time of Jesus. Continue on a walking tour of modern Jerusalem, including "Mahane Yehuda Market" and enjoy the tastes and cultural diversity Jerusalem has to offer. Dinner and overnight at the Royal Hotel (Ramada complex), Jerusalem.
We start the day in the New city of Jerusalem by visiting Yad Veshem, Israel’s memorial to the Holocaust commemorating the six million Jews who perished. Visit and walk through the newly opened Museum, visit the Children’s Memorial, walk along the Avenue of the Righteous Gentiles for those who risked their lives to save Jewish lives. Continue to the Israel Museum and visit the Shrine of the Book housing the Dead Sea Scrolls, the oldest manuscripts of the Bible ever found. Visit the model of Jerusalem from the Second Temple Period as it looked from the time of Jesus. Continue on a walking tour of modern Jerusalem, including "Mahane Yehuda Market" and enjoy the tastes and cultural diversity Jerusalem has to offer. Dinner and overnight at the Royal Hotel (Ramada complex), Jerusalem.
October21
JERUSALEM AT LEISURE
Day 10 - Wednesday
After breakfast, enjoy a day of leisure. Perhaps revisit the Old City for shopping in the bazaars. Visit many of the museums that Jerusalem has to offer that you did not see on the tour.
Dinner and overnight at the Royal Hotel (Ramada complex), Jerusalem.
After breakfast, enjoy a day of leisure. Perhaps revisit the Old City for shopping in the bazaars. Visit many of the museums that Jerusalem has to offer that you did not see on the tour.
Dinner and overnight at the Royal Hotel (Ramada complex), Jerusalem.
October22
DEPARTURE TO CANADA
Day 11- Thursday
Depart Tel Aviv to Toronto flying non-stop to Toronto with Air Canada AC81 departing at 12:05pm and arriving in Toronto at 4:55pm. Connect in Toronto to Vancouver with Air Canada AC127 departing at 8:00pm and arriving in Vancouver at 10:04pm.
Depart Tel Aviv to Toronto flying non-stop to Toronto with Air Canada AC81 departing at 12:05pm and arriving in Toronto at 4:55pm. Connect in Toronto to Vancouver with Air Canada AC127 departing at 8:00pm and arriving in Vancouver at 10:04pm.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
All participants must review the Full Terms of Service here https://www.ihtours.com/terms-of-service/. These full terms of service will govern on all matters not specifically mentioned below.
TOUR COST: $4,759 CAD per person sharing a twin room based on a minimum of 30 paying passengers.
If the group is less than 30 paying with a minimum of 20 paying there is a supplement of $240 per person to the above rates.
LAND ONLY COST: 3,299 CAD per person.
For those who want to book their flights individually.
RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO ANY MAJOR CURRENCY FLUCTUATION BETWEEN THE U.S. AND CANADIAN DOLLAR
Included in your tour:
· Round trip air fare with Air Canada flying from Vancouver to Tel Aviv via Toronto.
· Meeting/assistance at the airport
· Return transfers to/from the airport
· 9 nights at selected four-star hotels
· Breakfast and dinners daily in the hotels in Israel
· 7 full days of sightseeing in Israel + 1 day of leisure
· Air conditioned transportation with free WIFI if available.
· Porterage for 1 piece of luggage at the hotels
· English speaking licensed tour guide throughout
· All entrance fees to places of interest in Israel as per the itinerary
· Whispering system (earphones to listen to the guide)
· All hotel taxes and service charges
· All airport taxes and Air Canada surcharges
Exclusions:
· Single Supplement of $1,220 (for any single individual who wants their own private room)
· Comprehensive and Cancellation Insurance
· Lunches
· Tips to Driver, Guide and Restaurant staff
· ETA to enter Israel which must be completed before departing to Israel of approximately $10 USD per person which is done online.
Documentation:
Please ensure that you are in possession of a Canadian Passport valid for at least 6 months after your arrival in Israel. If you have a passport from another country, it is your responsibility to inquire at the Israeli Consulate if a Visa is required.
Starting from January 1, 2025, tourists, coming to Israel from countries exempt from a visa, will be required to fill out the ETA-IL form before arriving in Israel.
A tourist who will not have a completed form will not be able to check-in and board the flight.
Here is the link for the form: Israel-entry https://israel-entry.piba.gov.il/
Payments:
To be made and mailed to International Heritage Tours.
International Heritage Tours requires a deposit of $400 per person immediately which is refundable 90 days before departure (July 14, 2026) less $200 administration fee. Less than 90 days the deposit is 100% non-refundable. Full non-refundable payment is due 60 days before departure (August 13, 2026).P lease send e-transfers to: [email protected]. Please put the code 'DK5147' in the notes for us to match the payment. You may also pay by personal cheque or credit card made payable to:
International Heritage Tours
7117 Bathurst Street, Suite 200
Thornhill, ON
L4J 2J6
CONTACT:
Rev. Giulio Lorefice Gabeli
Senior Pastor
Westwood Community Church
www.westwoodcc.ca
office: 604-464-0558
cell: 604-833-6513
All participants must review the Full Terms of Service here https://www.ihtours.com/terms-of-service/. These full terms of service will govern on all matters not specifically mentioned below.
TOUR COST: $4,759 CAD per person sharing a twin room based on a minimum of 30 paying passengers.
If the group is less than 30 paying with a minimum of 20 paying there is a supplement of $240 per person to the above rates.
LAND ONLY COST: 3,299 CAD per person.
For those who want to book their flights individually.
RATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO ANY MAJOR CURRENCY FLUCTUATION BETWEEN THE U.S. AND CANADIAN DOLLAR
Included in your tour:
· Round trip air fare with Air Canada flying from Vancouver to Tel Aviv via Toronto.
· Meeting/assistance at the airport
· Return transfers to/from the airport
· 9 nights at selected four-star hotels
· Breakfast and dinners daily in the hotels in Israel
· 7 full days of sightseeing in Israel + 1 day of leisure
· Air conditioned transportation with free WIFI if available.
· Porterage for 1 piece of luggage at the hotels
· English speaking licensed tour guide throughout
· All entrance fees to places of interest in Israel as per the itinerary
· Whispering system (earphones to listen to the guide)
· All hotel taxes and service charges
· All airport taxes and Air Canada surcharges
Exclusions:
· Single Supplement of $1,220 (for any single individual who wants their own private room)
· Comprehensive and Cancellation Insurance
· Lunches
· Tips to Driver, Guide and Restaurant staff
· ETA to enter Israel which must be completed before departing to Israel of approximately $10 USD per person which is done online.
Documentation:
Please ensure that you are in possession of a Canadian Passport valid for at least 6 months after your arrival in Israel. If you have a passport from another country, it is your responsibility to inquire at the Israeli Consulate if a Visa is required.
Starting from January 1, 2025, tourists, coming to Israel from countries exempt from a visa, will be required to fill out the ETA-IL form before arriving in Israel.
A tourist who will not have a completed form will not be able to check-in and board the flight.
Here is the link for the form: Israel-entry https://israel-entry.piba.gov.il/
Payments:
To be made and mailed to International Heritage Tours.
International Heritage Tours requires a deposit of $400 per person immediately which is refundable 90 days before departure (July 14, 2026) less $200 administration fee. Less than 90 days the deposit is 100% non-refundable. Full non-refundable payment is due 60 days before departure (August 13, 2026).P lease send e-transfers to: [email protected]. Please put the code 'DK5147' in the notes for us to match the payment. You may also pay by personal cheque or credit card made payable to:
International Heritage Tours
7117 Bathurst Street, Suite 200
Thornhill, ON
L4J 2J6
CONTACT:
Rev. Giulio Lorefice Gabeli
Senior Pastor
Westwood Community Church
www.westwoodcc.ca
office: 604-464-0558
cell: 604-833-6513
**THE ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND MAY VARY IN THE ORDER YOU VISIT**
