Day 1: DepartureOur life-changing journey begins this evening as we board ourovernight flight to Cairo, Egypt.

Day 2: CairoWe arrive in the land of the Pharaohs, Jacob, Joseph and Israelduring the famine! Upon arrival at the airport we meet our guideand are immediately transported into Cairo, the capital of Egypt.We transfer to our hotel to settle in and start soaking up the at-mosphere of this exciting city.

Day 3: AlexandriaBreakfast and then a day tour to the ancient seaport of Alexandriawhere we will see the Greco-Roman culture in Egypt. The secondlargest city in Egypt, Alexandria, known as "The Pearl of theMediterranean", has an atmosphere that is more Mediterraneanthan Middle Eastern ; its ambience and cultural heritage distanceit from the rest of the country. First stop is the Fort at Quit Baywhich will be followed with a visit to the ancient Catacombs ofKom and Pompay's Pillar. Before returning to Cairo we will relaxwith the breath-taking views of the Montaza Palaces.

Day 4: Coptic Cairo, Hanging Church & AlabasterMosqueWe begin our sightseeing with a visit to the Hanging Church - themost famous Coptic church in Cairo. The Hanging Church was

named so as it was built by the Nile River over the Roman Gate ofBabylon. During a walking tour, our guide will point out that thissection of the old city was definitely the route taken by Abraham,Joseph, Moses and the family of Jesus - an inspiring thought. Nextwe visit the beautiful Alabaster Mosque of Muhammad Ali to bet-ter understand Moslem religious practices. Completed in 1848,the Ottoman-style Muhammad Ali Mosque is the most noticeablein all of Cairo and has dominated the skyline for the past 150years. A stop will be made at the papyrus factory store, where wesee the process of creating lovely Egyptian art pictures.

Day 5: Memphis, Sakkara, Joseph's StorehousesWe enjoy a short ride to Memphis. Founded around 3,100 BC,Memphis is the legendary city of Menes, the King who unitedUpper and Lower Egypt. From a Biblical perspective, Memphis ismost likely where Abraham lied to Pharaoh about his wife Sarahbeing his sister and where Joseph served as second in command.While in Memphis we will view a very large and well preservedstatue of Ramses II. Next is Sakkara, which is one of the most ex-tensive archaeological sites in Egypt! Sakkara is dominated by theStep Pyramid of King Zoser, dating back to 2700 BC. It is one ofthe oldest stone structures in the world! Enjoy a stop to see howlocal Egyptian carpets are made before a short drive to the southfinds us in Faiyum, the region created by the divinely inspired wis-dom of Joseph. Here you will find ancient storehouses and a man-made lake created by a canal, whose construction was ordered by

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Joseph. It was this lake that provided irrigation for a desert landand supplied the food needed to survive his prophesied seven yearfamine.

Day 6: Transfer to Aswan, Optional Abu SimbelThis morning after breakfast we transfer to the airport for ourflight to the modern city of Aswan. Upon arrival we take time tovisit the High Dam, built from 1960 - 1971 and is a major factor inEgypt’s agricultural success. We then also spend time at PhilaeTemple on the Isi-Island. This complex was moved from up riverdue to the impending destruction upon the completion of the HighDam. For those who wish to participate a visit is available this af-ternoon to Abu Simbel, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Siteknown as the "Nubian Monuments." Our Egyptologist guide dis-cusses the relevance of this spectacular site from Egyptian history.We will also try to put in perspective the long history of Egypt.Here we visit the massive temple of Pharaoh Rameses II, perhapsthe greatest builder of temples in ancient Egypt (13th Century BC)and a second one of Queen Nafertari, Rameses's most belovedwife. For those who do not participate on the trip to Abu Simbel,Free Time is available in Aswan followed by a Felucca ride aroundthe Agh Khan Mausoleum. Late this afternoon we embark on ourcruise ship and head south to Kom Umbo. We have dinner andovernight on board.

Day 7: Kom Ombo, Edfu. EsnaBreakfast is served on board before traveling to visit the remainsof Kom Ombo Temple, situated on the riverside. Unlike most, thistemple is dedicated to two gods - the crocodile god of Sebek andthe solar god of war, Horus the Great. We spend time here beforecontinuing on to Edfu, the location of one of the best preservedEgyptian Temples. After time for visit we continue through theEsna Lock to Luxor. We have dinner and overnight on board.

Day 8: Esna to Luxor, KarnakAfter breakfast our travels continue to Luxor. Upon arrive inLuxor we have free time for lunch before visiting the Temple ofKarnak (temple of the New Kingdom period) and the East Bank of

the Nile. It was during this period that the bondage and Exodusoccurred. Karnak second to Giza’s Pyramids, is one of Egypt’smost important Pharaonic sites. We visit the famous Temple ofLuxor, which was founded in the reign of Amenhotep III, grand-son of the pharaoh of the Exodus. Re-board our ship for dinnerand overnight.

Day 9: Valley of the KingsThis morning we visit the Valley of the Kings (where many ancientpharaohs were buried) and the famous Temple of Hatshepsut, theprincess who perhaps pulled baby Moses out of the Nile River.This temple may have been designed by Moses. We have dinnerand overnight on board.

Day 10: CairoAn early morning flight back to Cairo will allow for a full day oftouring the wonders of the ancient world, some of which date backto 1000+ years prior to Abraham. We spend time at one of theseven wonders of the world- the pyramids. Cheops, with an origi-nal height of 496 feet, is the most colossal pyramid ever built.Today, we will also see the Sphinx and tour the Egyptian Museum,location of Tutankhamen's treasures and ancient remains.

Day 11: Sharm el-Sheikh, Mt. MosesThis morning we depart Cairo with stories of the "Land ofGoshen" to the north and travel southward passing over theWilderness of Shur, arriving in the beautiful Red Sea coastal cityof Sharm el-Sheikh. Enjoy free time for a stroll along the beachand lunch before we transfer to Mt. Sinai (Mt. Horeb). Those whodesire and are physically capable will depart for a memorable walkup Mt. Moses. You may choose to ride a camel part way, stop atone of the stations to take in scenery along the climb to the sum-mit (750 steps) for a sunset to remember. Once at the top, enjoy atime of reflection and praise before departing down the mountain.

Day 12: St. Catherine's, Red Sea, AqabaA visit to St. Catherine's Monastery, claimed to be built around thearea of Moses' Burning Bush, will be followed by a short ride to

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the Red Sea. A stop for lunch along the shore will provide a view ofSaudi Arabia, Jordan and Israel to the north. Gazing across theGulf of Aqaba, we can begin to imagine the miracle of the partingof the sea. We then travel north viewing the Red Sea en-route tothe border crossing between Egypt and Israel. Transferringthrough Eilat in southern Israel, we arrive in Jordan Aqaba, Bibli-cal Ezion Geber - the lovely seaport of King Solomon. Our lodgingthis evening will be in Petra.

Day 13: PetraThis morning we visit the amazing mountain fortress of Petra,known to be inhabited by the Edomites - the descendants of Esau.Begin the tour with a walk through the "Siq," an immense crack inthe Nubian sandstone, to the city of Petra carved out of the rosered rock. The Treasury, El Khazneh, is one of the most elegant re-mains of antiquity. Beyond El Khazneh we are surrounded onboth sides by hundreds of Petra's carved and built structures. De-parting Petra, we travel northward on the King's Highway whereto the west we view the hills bordering the Dead Sea. This is thearea of the hilltop palace/fortress of Machaerus, where John theBaptist was beheaded. We overnight in Amman for this evening.

Day 14: Mt Nebo, Madaba, Tel AvivOur morning tour begins in the town of Madaba, the biblicalMedeba, 30 kilometers south of Amman. Madaba is best knownfor its Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics and at the Greek Ortho-dox Church of St. George we view the earliest surviving mosaicmap of the Holy land. Mt. Nebo, believed to be the site of the tombof Moses, commands a spectacular view across the Jordan Valleyand the Dead Sea. Study the panorama as we read the scripture ofGod showing Moses the "Promised Land" before He brought himhome to heaven. As we travel west toward the Allenby Bridge, weview to the north the Plains of Moab, the area where the tribes of

Israel camped before crossing the Jordan and picture Bethany Be-yond the Jordan, the place where Jesus was baptized. Crossingback into Israel, we drive to Tel Aviv area with the remainder ofthe afternoon free. You may wish to take a devotional time withthe sunset over the “Great Sea,” a time of prayer and thanks forthe special blessings ahead, a prayer for the people of this land,and then enjoy a good night’s rest.

Day 15: Caesarea, Megiddo & NazarethAfter breakfast, we travel by private motor coach along the coastof the Mediterranean Sea to Caesarea, where Gentiles first heardthe Good News from Peter and were baptized. We’ll see theRoman Amphitheatre and aqueduct, and then journey on to Mt.Carmel, where Elijah challenged King Ahab and the prophets ofBaal. Next we travel through the Jezreel Valley to Megiddo, theArmageddon Battlefield, where archaeologists have unearthed 20levels of civilization. We drive through the area of Cana andNazareth, the boyhood home of Jesus, where we visit the NazarethVillage - a wonderful recreation of Biblical times with costumedguides. We will have dinner and overnight lodging for the next twonights in the Tiberias area on the Sea of Galilee.

Day 16: Dan, Caesarea Philippi, Capernaum, Magdala,Sea of Galilee Boat Ride, Mt. of BeatitudesFollowing breakfast, our morning travels take us to two valuablenorthern sites. Dan is where the children of Israel fell to thedepths of alternative sacrifice and Caesarea Philippi, the site ofPeter’s Confession and pagan worship. We pass the possible site ofthe multiplication of loaves and fishes in Bethsaida and the Mountof the Beatitudes. Returning to Tiberias for a St. Peter’s FishLunch (other selections available), we then visit the ancient Fish-erman Boat followed by a relaxing cruise on the Sea of Galilee. Abrief scripture reading and devotional on board brings to life the

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experiences of Jesus and the fishermen disciples. In Capernaumwe view the excavations of the sea-side village and Peter’s home,followed by a visit to Magdala, home town of Mary Magdalene.The recent excavation of the First Century Synagogue and wellpreserved village makes Magdala one of the most interesting Bib-lical sites in Israel.

Day 17: Jordan River Baptism Site, Beth Shean, & DeadSeaWe begin our day with the opportunity to be baptized at the Jor-dan River Baptismal site. Next we travel southward to Beit-Shean/Scythopolis, the most magnificent archeological site inIsrael, located at the strategic juncture of the Jezreel and Jordanvalleys. Like Jericho, it has been almost continuously occupiedthroughout history. After defeating Saul and his sons on Mt.Gilboa, the Philistines hanged their bodies on the walls of Beit-Shean. During the time of Jesus, Scythopolis was one of the chiefcities of the Decapolis - a league of ten cities sharing Greek cultureand government. Following the fertile Jordan Valley southward,your guide will point out the agricultural restoration of the “Landof Milk and Honey” and Israel’s intricate irrigation development.We pass ancient Jericho and view from a distance this city famedas the oldest in the world. To the east of Jericho along the JordanRiver Valley (Queser El Yehud) is the Israeli side of Bethany Be-yond the Jordan. In this area Jesus was baptized by John the Bap-tist, Elijah and Elisha crossed the Jordan, as well as where thechildren of Israel, led by Joshua, entered the Promised Land. Ourlodging for the evening is at the Dead Sea – the lowest place onearth. Spend time in the special spa and enjoy a dip in the DeadSea for a relaxing float before dinner.

Day 18: Masada, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea Scrolls, Abraham'sTentOur day begins with a cable car ride to the mountain top fortressof Masada. Here our guide will treat us to the history of the fa-mous zealot stand. Afterwards we proceed to Ein Gedi, "Spring ofthe Goat," an oasis on the western shore of the Dead Sea. Becauseof its warm climate and abundant supply of water, the site devel-oped a reputation for its fragrant plants and date palm groves.This is where King David hid from Saul, and where God defeatedthe enemies of the Israelites by praise and worship led by King Je-hoshaphat. Next, we visit Qumran Caves where the Dead SeaScrolls were discovered. This afternoon we will take part in theGenesis Land/Dinner in Abraham's Tent, where we enjoy a tripback in time: a reliving of life in the time of the Patriarchs, com-plete with costume, dramatic presentation, camel ride and au-thentic food. Our lodging for the next three nights will be inJerusalem.

Day 19: Around Jerusalem, Bible TimesOn our way into the city we will visit the Wailing Wall and thenthe fascinating Rabbinical Tunnels leading us through the SecondTemple era. The tunnel and exhibit give a clear understanding ofthe amazing construction of the Temple Mount, giant stones,water supply and Roman street where our Lord was led to judg-ment. Before exiting the tunnel we see the immense cornerstonerejected by the builders. We move on to the Judgment Hall of Pi-late, hear of those who conspired against Him and are remindedof His brutal beating and humiliation. From here we will also beable to see the Pool of Bethesda, Stephen's Gate and St. Ann’sChurch. This afternoon we visit the Southern Wall Excavations.This southern side of The Temple was the main entrance for the

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common folk, whereas the Priests and Levites had their own en-trance from the higher eastern side. Parts of the giant stairs, whichled to the Temple Mount from the courtyard have been unearthedalong with the purification pools. From here Jesus entered theTemple Mount and drove out the vendors and money exchangerswho were exploiting the people. It is also likely that this is theplace that Peter stood and preached and where thousands weresaved and baptized on the Day of Pentecost. Those who wish maystay in the city marketplace for shopping, while others may chooseto spend the remainder of the day surrounding the birth of Christwith a visit to Bethlehem.

Day 20: Jesus' Steps, Last Days, Way of Suffering, Garden TombToday we walk where Jesus walked; beginning the day with apanoramic view of the city, Mount Moriah and the Dome of theRock from atop the Mount of Olives and then the Garden of Geth-semane. How many have wished to be whisked back in time to geta glimpse of our Lord or hear His voice if only for a moment? Towalk between the ancient olive trees, read the scriptures of Jesus'prayer and take time for personal reflection is important here.Passing by the Protestant Cemetery, we visit the "Upper Room"just outside the Zion Gate where the disciple whom Jesus lovedlaid his head on His breast and where later Thomas cried, "myLord & my God." While walking along the Via Dolorosa, we arereminded of His way of suffering along with a visit to the Churchof the Holy Sepulcher. Our guide will explain the differing opin-ions on the route that Christ was led and the actual place of cruci-fixion and burial is a very interesting study. The climax of the dayis the area of Golgotha (place of the skull) and the Garden Tomb,where we celebrate the resurrection with communion and a timeof praise.

Day 21: Israel Museum, House of Caiaphas, Yad VashemAn interesting and educational time awaits us today at the IsraeliMuseum. Walk through collections of century’s old Israeli arti-facts including the Dead Sea Scrolls, and then a guided walkthrough an accurately detailed model of Biblical Jerusalem. Thismodel will help put into perspective all that you have seen over theprevious days touring. Next we visit the House of Caiaphas whereJesus was beaten and spit upon. See a pit where he may havebeen held for the evening and the ancient hillside steps he walkedas he was taken to be condemned. We conclude the day with avisit to Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Museum, for a needed re-minder of what the Jews have suffered as a people. This eveningwe enjoy a special lecture by a local believer prior to dinner, givingus a perspective of Messianic life in Israel.

Day 22: HomeA very early morning departure for the Tel Aviv Airport for ourflight homeward will allow for arrival home by early afternoon.

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Price Includes: Flights within Egypt, 5 star Nile Cruise (4 nights and 3 meals per day), 5 star lodging in Cairo, 2.5 star lodging in Mt. Sinai, good 4 star lodging in Jordan and Israel, expert Biblical guides, admissions, baggage handling, sightseeing, breakfast & dinner daily on land portion, 1 lunch in Israel, border taxes ($26), Jordan entry visa for most countries (see "Not Included" section below).

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* Walking with Jesus Drama Presentations - God's word is powerful andmoving. Not only will you see the land where Jesus walked, but you will seeand hear these powerful words of scripture portrayed with scenes from thelife of Christ and other Biblical characters at different times during the tourin Israel. A drama clinic will also be available for those who are interested.

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