10 DAY PILGRIMAGE
Hiking in the Holy Land Extension Itinerary Starting at $1098*
Day 10 – Hike from Nazareth to Sepphoris (5 Miles) Today explore the Old City of Nazareth and hike approximately 5 miles to Sepphoris. Visit Sepphoris, the cosmopolitan Roman capital of Galilee until Herod Antipas built Tiberias. It is heralded as the traditional birthplace of Mary and possibly where Joseph and a young Jesus labored. Travel to Kibbutz Lavi for overnight. Day 11 – Hike from Kibbutz Lavi to Moshav Arbel (8-10 miles) After breakfast, depart Kibbutz Lavi and walk across the expansive fields to the Horns of Hattin, a double-peaked volcanic structure, where Saladin defeated the Crusader forces in a decisive battle in 1187. After enjoying the spectacular views, continue down the ancient volcano to Nebi Shu’eib, the Druze shrine to Jethro, the father-in-law of Moses. Explore the shrine before continuing through the former Arab village of Hittin deserted during the Israel War of Independence in 1948. Admire the olive trees as you make your way to Moshav Arbel and the ancient 4th-century synagogue. After almost 10 miles of hiking, return to Kibbutz Lavi for dinner and overnight. Day 12 – Hike from Mount Arbel to Capernaum (10 Miles) Begin your final day of hiking at the summit of Mt. Arbel where you will enjoy the stunning view of the Sea of Galilee and its many coastal towns and villages. Descend Mt. Arbel into Wadi Hamman, otherwise known as the Valley of the Doves, and certainly an area where Christ and the disciples would have walked on their way to Nazareth. Continue to Tabgha and Capernaum as you complete the final section of the Jesus Trail and almost 10 miles. Dip your feet in the Sea of Galilee and rest before returning to Kibbutz Lavi for dinner and overnight. Day 13 – Day of Rest Enjoy a day of rest or join the optional Horseback Riding & Kayak trip (additional charge). Dinner at Kibbutz Lavi. Day 14 - Return to USA
Guests taking an extension may be on a different flight than their group and/or traveling companion. *All prices reflect a 4% cash discount. Taxes, tips & fees for extensions are charged separately.
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