Easter in the Holy Land

Join an early morning service at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, followed by a divine liturgy at the Tomb of Jesus, and an opening of the doors service at the Cathedral of Saint James. Afterwards, enter Jerusalem through Saint Stephen's Gate and walk through the Old City, visiting the Church of Saint Anne, built over the site believed by the Crusaders to be the home of the Virgin Mary. Then visit sites like the Pools of Bethesda and the Antonia Fortress, and walk the Via Dolorosa.

Take a morning drive to Haifa, where you can explore the Bahai Gardens and the Stella Maris Monastery. Then proceed to Nazareth, where you can visit the Basilica of the Annunciation and Mary's Well, followed by a trip to Cana of Galilee, a peaceful town by the Sea of Galilee where Jesus performed his first miracle at a wedding.

Take another morning drive, this time to the Sea of Galilee, visiting the ancient fishing village of Capernaum, as well as the Mount of Beatitudes, where you can enjoy its enchanting gardens while overlooking the Sea of Galilee. Then explore Tabgha and Magdala, ending the day with a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee.

Take a drive along the Jordan River to reach the Baptismal Site of Jesus Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Proceed to Jericho and ascend the Mount of Temptation by cable car, then visit the Dead Sea and enjoy a swim in its salty waters. Return to Jerusalem for dinner and end the day there.

Partake in an early morning service and liturgy at the Cathedral of Saint James. Afterwards, drive to Bethlehem and visit historic sites like the Shepherd's Field, the Church of the Nativity, and Saint Jerome's Cave. Return to Jerusalem for dinner and a vigil service. 

Following breakfast, take a drive up to the Mount of Olives and visit historic sites such as the Church of the Pater Noster and the Garden of Gethsemane. Then descend across the Kidron Valley towards the Church of Saint Peter in Gallicantu, and take one last stop at the Armenian Monastery of Saint Savior on Mount Zion. End the day with Good Friday celebrations in Jerusalem.

Join an early morning service at the Cathedral of Saint James, followed by an opening of the doors service at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. After the ringing of the bells and entry into the church, partake in the ceremony of the Holy Fire. Join the procession as the Holy Fire is transported to Saint James Cathedral, where a divine liturgy is then held.

Enter the Church of the Holy Sepulcher early in the morning, before the sun is even out, and join the procession around the Tomb of Jesus Christ where the church was built upon. Later in the morning, partake in a divine liturgy at the tomb. Optionally, around noon, visit the village of Ein Karem where the birthplace of John the Baptist is located. End the day with a farewell dinner at a local restaurant.