Itinerary

Day One: Monday, March 23, 2026.

Departure Day from US to Tel Aviv. Overnight: In flight.

Day Two: Tuesday, March 24, 2026. Arrival Day: Transfer to Hotel. 

Meet our teaching team and take our bus to the hotel for dinner and sleep. Overnight: Kfar Maccabiah. D. (1 of 1)

Day Three: Wednesday, March 25, 2026. Early Ministry in Western Lower Galilee:

Caesarea, Nazareth (Luke 2:39–40; Mark 6:1); Cana (Kafr Kanna): Site recalling the first miracle (John 2:1–11). Overnight: Near the Sea of Galilee. (1 of 2)

Day Four: Thursday, March 26, 2026. Sea of Galilee and Withdrawals: 

Capernaum (Matthew 4:13; Mark 2:1); Chorazin; Bethsaida: (Matthew 11:21; Luke 10:13); Mt. of Beatitudes, Magdala (Luke 8:2); Jesus Boat. Overnight: Near the Sea of Galilee. B, D. (2 of 2)

Day Five: Friday, March 27, 2026. Perean Ministry: 

Beth Shean, Scythopolis; Qasr El Yahud for baptism, Jericho: Healings and Zacchaeus' story (Luke 19:1–10); Qumran. Up to Jerusalem. After dinner visit to Western Wall. Overnight: Jerusalem. B, D. (1 of 3)

Day Six: Saturday, March 28, 2026. Messianic Expectations:

(AM) Mount of Olives: (Matthew 21:1; John 11; Acts 1:9–12) and Gethsemane. 

(PM) Story of Jesus’ Birth: Bethlehem (Matthew 2:1–6; Luke 2:1–7) with Church of the Nativity and Shepherd’s Fields. Overnight: Jerusalem: B, D. (2 of 3)

Day Seven: Sunday, March 29, 2026. The Passion Ministry of Jesus. 

Ancient Temple Mount, Bethesda Pools, Via Dolorosa, Holy Sepulcher, Garden Tomb. Final dinner and late-night flight to return to the US. (3 of 3).

Day Eight: Monday, March 30, 2026. Return Day.

Come back to the US with a heart full of new Gospel insights.

Every effort will be made to complete the full itinerary. Yet, because conditions are often
unpredictable in travel, we reserve the right to make changes during the tour.

Tour Conditions.

What’s Included in the Full Tour Price

  • Round-trip airfare from the Airport

  • Group airport transfers in Israel

  • First Class (4-star) hotels

  • Daily Israeli buffet breakfast and dinner

  • All tips for group services

  • Full sightseeing program with all listed entrance fees

  • English-speaking local guide

  • All taxes and surcharges in effect as of May 1, 2025

Price is based on a group of at least 20 passengers. If airlines or governments add new taxes or surcharges after May 1, 2025, those additional amounts will be the responsibility of each traveler.

Land-Only Price

Includes everything above except airfare and airport transfers.

Not Included

  • Any costs related to COVID-19 requirements

  • Personal expenses (laundry, extra drinks, coffee with dinner, lunches, tips for personal favors)

  • Excess baggage fees or baggage forwarding

  • Airport transfers outside the group schedule

  • Optional travel insurance

Hotels & Rooms

  • First Class (4-star) hotels, double occupancy in twin-bedded rooms with private bath.

  • Single room supplement: $1,300 (limited availability; may be smaller than twin rooms).

  • If you don’t have a roommate, we can try to match you. If no match is found, the single supplement will apply.

Payments

  • Deposit: $400 per person (non-refundable) secures your spot.

  • Second Payment: $2,500 due August 16, 2025.

  • Final Balance: Due January 16, 2025.

  • Late payment fee: $100 per person per month after Jan 16.

Cancellation Policy

  • 90+ days before departure: Non-refundable deposit only.

  • 66–90 days before departure: 50% of tour cost + non-refundable deposit.

  • 0–65 days before departure: No refund.

If your cancellation leaves your roommate without a travel partner, you’ll be responsible for the single supplement cost in addition to the above fees.
All cancellations must be submitted in writing to CTSP. No refunds for unused services.

Travel Insurance

Highly recommended! Buying within 2 weeks of your deposit often gives the best coverage and may include protection for pre-existing conditions.

Flights & Itinerary Changes

  • Flight times are subject to change by the airlines.

  • CTSP is not responsible for costs caused by delays.

  • If you book your own connecting flights, choose tickets that can be changed without high fees.

  • If flight schedule changes lengthen or shorten the trip, we’ll adjust the itinerary and notify you in writing when possible.

  • Extra overnight costs (if needed) will be $160 per person (double) or $280 (single).

Airline Tickets

  • Economy class seats on regularly scheduled carriers.

  • Tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-changeable once issued.

Luggage Allowance

  • 1 checked bag (max 50 lbs / 23 kg)

  • 1 carry-on bag

  • 1 small personal item
    (Check your airline for exact rules before departure.)

Statement of Responsibility

  • CTSP will provide the itinerary as described.

  • Prices, itineraries, and schedules are subject to changes required by government regulations, international agreements, or airline rules.

  • CTSP may modify or withdraw the program at any time; if so, refunds will be given for recoverable payments.

  • CTSP may refuse travel to anyone whose behavior may be unsafe or disruptive to the group.

  • Except for its own willful negligence, CTSP is not responsible for injuries, delays, illnesses, or disruptions caused by events beyond its control (strikes, weather, wars, airline changes, etc.).

  • Airlines are responsible only for their own transportation services as per their passenger contracts.

By enrolling in the tour and paying the deposit, you agree to these conditions.