Best of Sea of Galilee, River Jordan & Nazareth
Best of Sea of Galilee, River Jordan & Nazareth
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Description
Points of Interest
- River Jordan
- Mount of Beatitudes
- Tabgha - Church of the Multiplication
- Capernaum
- Nazareth
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Board your air-conditioned motorcoach and travel through the Carmel Mountains and cross the Jezreel Valley to Galilee.
Arrive at Nazareth, the place of Jesus' youth. Visit the Basilica of the Annunciation. Consecrated in 1969, this venue serves as the largest Christian Church in the Middle East.
Continue to Mount of Beatitudes on the northwestern shore of the Sea of Galilee. Visit a domed Roman Catholic Franciscan church. From the terrace of the church, enjoy splendid views of the Sea of Galilee. Continue on to Capernaum. Your guided walking tour visits the remains of a ruined synagogue where Christ preached. From Capernaum, head on to Tagbha and visit The Church of the Multiplication. This holy spot is believed to occupy the site where Christ performed his miracle with two fish and five loaves. Pause for a three-course meal served with wine. After relaxing, continue to visit the River Jordan.
Special Notes:
Dress conservatively when visiting sacred sites: Clothing should cover the shoulders and the knees.Wear comfortable, sturdy walking shoes and bring a hat, sunglasses, and adequate sun protection.
Due to Israeli security regulations, all persons going ashore are reminded not to take with them any items that could be considered weapons or would not be allowed through airport security. To avoid possible delays or difficulties at security checkpoints, check the contents of any backpacks, bags, etc before leaving the ship.
On Sundays, The Church of the Multiplication in Tabgha is closed. The visit will be substituted with an alternative church in Tabgha
Details
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.