ISRAEL – with Optional Jordan/Petra Extension – April 2-17, 2027

NOTE: We will only travel to the Middle East if it is safe to do so and there is relative peace in the region. If the airlines are not flying to Israel or Egypt, all deposits made will be fully refunded. If they are flying (as they are now), we plan to travel and enjoy a profound experience.

Centering our Sites on the Savior

Sacred Ground. Jesus lived his 33 year life in a relatively small geography. A visit to the Holy Land is not just another travel experience – it’s a singular, spiritual pilgrimage that is truly life changing. There is nothing like being in the places where He was – and understanding His teachings by learning in the places He taught them. Our directors have prepared carefully so that you can see and learn and feel the unmistakable spirit of the Holy Land. 

And there is of course much other history here:  This is the most fought over, sought after and prayed for ground in the world. It is home to the most sacred sites of Christians, Jews and Muslims – representing over half of the world’s population. There is simply no other travel experience to equal a journey to Israel and Egypt. 

We have offered tours to the Holy Land for over 20 years. Our director for this year’s tour is Michael King (see bio below). He and David Webb, owner of Webb Tours, will direct the tour.  In addition, we’ll have excellent local guides who will provide an invaluable local perspective as we travel through the area. Most get to go to Israel only once – and you want to make sure that it is the best that it can be. You know you can trust Webb Tours to exceed your expectations – so join us as we journey to the Land of Jesus and surrounding areas. We promise you’ll be glad you did.

Centering our Sites on the Savior

A Scripture Study Tour of the Holy Land and Egypt

April 2-17, 2027

Directors: Michael King & David Webb

 Note:  Easter in 2027 is on March 28. This tour departs the following Friday

Days 1 and 2: Friday – Saturday, April 2 & 3   Transatlantic Flight • Tel Aviv, Israel

We’re off!  Our exciting adventure begins with an afternoon flight on April 2 from Salt Lake City (or home airport), via central Europe to Tel Aviv, arriving the evening of April 3.  Following arrival formalities, we will be met by our luxury coach driver, who will take us on to Tel Aviv, where we will stay at the lovely Metropolitan Hotel, just a block from the Mediterranean Sea.  A nice dinner is included at the hotel on the evening of April 3.  D

Day 3: Sunday, April 4                        Caesarea, Mount Carmel, Haifa, Megiddo

Driving up the coast, we will visit the ruins of ancient Caesarea, the magnificent seaport and capital city built by Herod the Great.  Next we will visit Mount Carmel, the traditional site of Elijah’s confrontation with the priests of Baal.  On we go to Haifa, Israel’s third largest city and major seaport, stopping at Kaiser’s Watch, where two apostles dedicated the Holy Land.  Our final stop will be Megiddo in the beautiful Jezreel Valley.  We continue to Tiberias where we check in to the beautiful Magdala Hotel near the shores of the Sea of Galilee for three nights.  We also visit Nof Ginosar where we will view an ancient boat from the time of Christ that has been reclaimed from the sea.  B, D                            

Day 4: Monday, April 5                 Capernaum, Mount of Beatitudes, Mount Tabor, Nazareth

It is easy to see why Jesus loved Galilee as we visit places where He walked, taught, and performed many miracles. This morning we will enjoy a boat ride across the Sea of Galilee to visit the ruins of Capernaum, the town Jesus called His own city. He spent almost two years of His three-year ministry in this area. After lunch, we’ll visit the Mount of Beatitudes we will take time to reflect on Jesus’ great Sermon on the Mount given here on the shores of Galilee.  Next we will ascend Mount Tabor, the traditional site of the Transfiguration.  We stay again in the Tiberias area tonight. B, D                                                                                            

Day 5: Tuesday, April 6          Magdala, Caesarea Philippi, Mt. Arbel, Nazareth

This mornin gwe visit the ruins of Magdala, the city of Mary the Magdalene. We’ll meet at the ruins this morning and talk about the significance of this place and visit the Chapel by the Sea. We then board our coach and drive north toward the headwaters of the Jordan River. Our destination is Caesarea Philippi where we’ll speak about the Savior’s experience with Peter. There is tremendous symbolism here. We are near the borders of Syria and Lebanon and we have a lovely view of the mountains of northern Israel. After lunch, we return to the Galilee area and to visit Nazareth, the bustling city which was once the little town where Jesus spent His youth. At Nazareth we visit a first-century village showing life at the time of Christ. In the late afternoon, we’ll drive to the top of Mt. Arbel to enjoy the views of the Sea of Galilee but more importantly to be in the place where Jesus often went to ponder and pray to prepare himself for what was ahead.  We will give you time on your own to take in the views and to ponder in this peaceful place. We stay in the Tiberias area again tonight. B, D.

Day 6: Wednesday, April 7       Baptism of Jesus, Jericho, Beit Shean

The Jordan River exits the south end of the Sea of Galilee and mkes its way to the Dead Sea. We will follow the river this morning and stop at the place where many believe Jesus was baptized. We’ll have time to reflect in this very peaceful spot.  We then travel to Jericho, the ancient city conquered by Joshua. We’ll gather at the famous Zaacheus tree to talk about what was happening here. If time permits, we will make a brief stop at the archeological site of Beit Shean . We will stay at the lovely Oaisis Hotel in Jericho tonight. Those interested in getting some great Olive Wood souvenirs will have that chance this evening.  B, D

Day 7: Thursday, April 8            Qumran, Masada & the Dead Sea

This morning we travel through the Judean Wilderness to the Dead Sea to Qumran.  At Qumran we see the remains of the village where the Essenes lived, who wrote and hid the Dead Sea Scrolls in caves.  We travel on to the spectacular fortress of Masada, where we will ascend by gondola to see the ruins of the palace/fortress built by Herod.  We will next stop at Ein Gedi for a dip in the Dead Sea. Bring your suits! There are places to change and if you wish, you can float in this salt-filled sea.  We then continue towards Jerusalem where we visit Bethany, home of Mary, Martha and Lazarus and where Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead. We make our way into Jerusalem where we will check into the Grand Court Hotel where we will stay for the last five nights in Israel. B, D.   

Day 8: Friday, April 9       Shepherd’s Field, Bethlehem, Upper Room, Palace of Caiaphas, Via Dolorosa

We start our day with a visit to the Shepherd’s field where will be reminded of the message of the angels (by word and song) before continuing on to Bethlehem to visit the traditional birthplace. The Church of the Nativity has been constructed over the place of His birth. We then go into Jerusalem to visit the places that were critical in the final days of the Savior’s life. The most consequential events in history happened in the places we are visiting today and tomorrow. We’ll see the Pool of Bethesda where Jesus healed a crippled man. We will then walk through the Old City to visit the Upper Room where Jesus initiated the sacrament. We will see the Palace of Caiaphas where Jesus was tried by the Sanhedrin before we continue down the famous Via Dolorosa or the Stations of the Cross which takes us to the Antonia Fortress where Christ may have been tried by Pilate. Our final stop is the Church of the Holy Sepulcher which is the traditional site of the crucifixion, burial tomb and the resurrection. B, D 

Day 9: Saturday, April 10    Gethsemane, Jerusalem Center, Garden Tomb, Hyde Memorial Gardens.

Today is the Jewish Sabbath and a very spiritual day is in store. We will get an early start and visit the Garden of Gethsemane. We’ll speak of the sacred events that took place here and give you time on your own to ponder. We will then attend Sacrament Meeting at the BYU Jerusalem Center which is nearby. Taking the sacrament while looking over the Mount of Olives is a profound opportunity. After lunch, we will visit the Garden Tomb where we believe the resurrection occurred. It sits in the shadows of Golgotha. We will end our day at the Orson Hyde Memorial Garden which is a five acre park on the Mount of Olives (dedicated by President Kimball). We’ll be here in time to enjoy the sunset. This is a profound day that we’ll never forget as we reflect on the Savior’s atonement and its personal impact for each of us.  B, D         

Day 10: Sunday, April 11            Temple Mount, Western Wall, Knesset, Yad Vashem

After driving by the Knesset, we will make an important visit Yad Vashem which is Israel’s official memorial for the victims of the Holocaust. It is a poignant place to visit and it is very well done.  We then return into the Old City via the Dung Gate to visit the Ophel Archaeological Gardens, where  there are steps dating to the time of Christ. Most believe that the Savior walked on these steps as He made His way into the city.  Nearby, we’ll also observe the Jewish rituals at the Western Wall.  After a brief rest, we ascend the temple mount to the Dome of the Temple Mount (built on Mount Moriah) where Abraham came to offer Isaac and where the Temple of Solomon and the second temple stood. It is also the place where Muslim tradition holds that Mohammed ascended into Paradise. It is a holy site for the three great world religions and a profound place to visit. We will be able to see the famous Dome of the Rock, El Aksa Mosque and the Golden Gates.

 Day 11: Monday, April 12          City of David, Hezekiah’s Tunnel of Siloam, Joppa

Today, we finish seeing anything that we may have missed. Descending south we enter the City of David, where we visit Warren’s Shaft and Gihon Spring; here we will enter Hezekiah’s Tunnel dug by King Hezekiah’s workmen at the time the Northern Kingdom was taken captive by Assyria and Jerusalem was threatened by siege in the eighth century B.C.  We exit the tunnel near the Pool of Siloam, where Jesus restored a blind man’s sight. We make our way back to Tel Aviv this afternoon stopping at the old city of Joppa that, according to legend was settled by Japheth, Noah’s youngest son, and is known as one of the world’s oldest cities. We stay at the Jerusalem again tonight.  B, D     (note: Hezekiah’s Tunnel is of course optional. It is a walk through narrow spaces in water that is up to your knees.)

Day 12: Tuesday, April 13        Jerusalem to Jordan Border to Petra

Today we bid farewell to Israel as we enter into Jordan. The border is just an hour away by coach. Once we pass throught he border into Jordan, we’ll continue south to ancient (and modern) Petra. We will stay at a lovely four star hotel for two nights. A welcome dinner is waiting for us when we arrive.   B, D

Day 13: Wednesday, April 14                   PETRA

Day 14: Thursday, April 15:            Mt. Nebo, Madaba, Amman

Lots of surprises today as we make our way north into Amman. We’ll visit Madab with its world-famous Byszntine mosaics, relaxed, walking-friendly streets and what is thought to be the most correct ancient map of Israel.  We’ll have lunch here. After lunch, we are less than an hour from Mt. Nebu. We drive up to the top to see the view Moses saw, looking into the promised land. This was as far as he got. The views from here are breathtaking. We continue into Amman, the capitol of Jordan to show you some highlights.   B, D.

 Day 15: Friday, April 16:    Roman Jerash and Amman

Less than an hour to the north are the VERY WELL preserved ruins of Jerash. This is one of the best preserved Roman sites in the world and it is fascinating. If you have been to Ephesus, it will remind you of that. Definitely worth a visit. Then we return to Amman to enjoy a fun market as we prepart to journey home. We have a farewell dinner tonight.   B, D

Day 16, Saturday, April 17:    Flights Home

FLIGHTS HOME, arriving back in home cities on the same day. 

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We understand that you may need to cancel your trip for unforeseen reasons.  If cancellation occurs 180 days or more before departure, all money will be refunded.  If airline tickets are purchased prior to that time (with your permission), they are the responsibility of the traveler. In most cases, airlines will allow the value of airline tickets to be used for future travel.  All other funds will be returned if cancellation occurs outside of 180 days.  If it is within 180 days, your deposit and other committed funds are non refundable.  

Travel Protection:

In today’s changing travel environment, it is important to protect your travel investment so you can relax and enjoy your trip. Unforeseen events such as flight delays, baggage loss or even sudden sickness or injury could impact your travel plans. For your convenience, we offer Travelex Insurance Services 360° Group Premier Protection Plan to help protect you and your travel investment against the unexpected.

Premium for this insurance depends on your age and trip cost and is priced as follows:

Trip Cost (per person)        Ages 0-59                           Ages 60-74                      Ages 75+

Please Note: Rates differ for residents of NY, and this plan is not available for residents of WA. For coverage details and explanation of benefits, you can view or download the policy by going to  https://policy.travelexinsurance.com/GPRZ-0626.

If you are interested in the travel insurance, please contact Webb Tours any time up until final payment for the tour.  You must be medically fit at the time you buy the insurance.  The insurance goes into effect the day after purchase.

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Insurance offers the following benefits:

• Trip interruption up to 150% of the cost of the trip (if you have to leave in the middle of the trip)
• Trip interruption – return airfare only – $1,000¹
• Trip Cancellation – 100% of insured trip cost (up to $20,000)
• Trip delay: $1,000 (minimum delay of 5 hours)
• Missed Connection: $1,000 (with a minimum delay of 3 hours)
• Baggage (for lost luggage): $1,500
• Baggage Delay: $250 (minimum of 12 hour delay)
• Emergency medical: $50,000²
• Emergency Dental: $500²
• Emergency Medical Evacuation: $250,000 (including $25,000 for escort expenses)
• Accidental death/dismemberment during travel: $10,000

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2 $50 deductible in CT, IN, KS, MO, MT, and VT.

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