You were made for a purpose. Israel is the place where Jesus first revealed that purpose.

Standing where Jesus stood, with an open Bible, will give you a fresh vision of his plan for your influence at home. 

Here's a suggestion for a 14 day, 12 night Israel retreat. Explore this plan, bring your ideas, and personalize your experience in the Promised Land. This group tour package with group airfare begins at $5,995, depending on departure city, time of year, and hotel selection. Hotels included in this itinerary are suggested. There are many options to choose from.

Travel hosts, Philip’s House will introduce you to Israeli believers, Jews, and Arabs. Your licensed tour guide will give you time for personal reflection at Bible sites. 

Israel's largest travel company, Sar-El Tours, partners with Philip’s House to provide the safest and best in travel, accommodation, and professional tour guides. Sar-El has kept 1.25 million international travelers safe over 31 years.

Discover the Philip’s House difference. We offer retreats into Israel. More than education, Philip's House retreats are about ENCOUNTER.

• ACTIVE: Explore the paths Jesus walked. Scan the mountains on the horizon that his eyes saw.

• REFLECTIVE: You will have time to reflect on a passage written about the spot where you stand. 

• RELATIONAL: Israelis you meet will cause Bible personalities to spring to life in your imagination.

Arrive at Ben Gurion Airport, located between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. 

You will pass through Israel’s immigration, gather your luggage, and be greeted by a Philip’s House representative. Look for the smiling face holding the Philip’s House sign! 

Step back in time to Joppa, where Peter received his life-changing vision, and walk in the footsteps of the apostles in this port city that played a pivotal role in the spread of the Gospel.

You will spend the night at David's Harp Hotel in Netanya on the Mediterranean Sea. This is near the spot where Jonah set out on his ill-fated adventure, where Peter saw a vision that changed history (Acts 15), and later met the Roman General Cornelius.

Today, you will drive north to Galilee. Jesus was raised in Nazareth, but after being rejected, he made Capernaum his hometown of choice. After you see the beauty of the lake, you will understand why Jesus chose this as his home.

Explore Caesarea Maritima, the home of Cornelius, the house of Philip, and the prison of Paul.

Ascend Mount Carmel, where Elijah called down fire from heaven, with breathtaking views of the Mediterranean and Armageddon.

Tour the old city of Nazareth with Pastor Saleem Shalosh. See the home of Mary's mother, the carpenter shop and ritual bath of Joseph, and the synagogue described in Luke 4. Step into Elbabour Spice shop to enjoy fresh hummus, pita, and unforgettable aromas.

Experience Nazareth Village, an open-air museum that reconstructs and reenacts village life in the Galilee in the time of Jesus.

Climb of Mount Arbel where Jesus often climbed and prayed. For those less adventurous, take the bus and welcome the group at the top.

Return to David's Harp Hotel for dinner and your rest on the shore of the Sea of Galilee.

Discover the newly unearthed archaeological site of Bethsaida, home of Peter, Andrew, Philip, and Nathaniel.

Walk through Capernaum, the hometown of Jesus. See the synagogue where he worshipped and the ruins of the house of Peter's mother-in-law where the disabled man was lowered through the roof.

Step into the cool walls of Tabgha, and meditate on Jesus’ miracle of multiplying the loaves and fishes to feed the 5,000.

Explore the Sea of Galilee with a boat cruise on the water where Jesus walked. Visit a boat from the days of Jesus at the Ginasaur Boat Museum.

Tour the remains of a first-century synagogue and the ancient city of Magdala, home of Mary Magdelene.

Experience a Jordan baptism at Yardenit.

Return to David's Harp Hotel for dinner and your rest on the shore of the Sea of Galilee.

Get up at dawn for an optional hike along a natural trail on the waterfront of the Sea of Galilee, between Capernaum and the site where Jesus called Peter to follow him.

The Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus drew from the local scenery to illustrate the Sermon on the Mount.

Journey an hour north to Caesarea Philippi and touch the red bedrock where Peter stood, see the literal Gates of Hell, and the spiritual significance of announcing on this spot the church--the "called out ones."

Take in the 4,000-year-old Gates of Dan, where Abraham took his 318 servants to defeat physical and spiritual forces and how his story connects with Jesus' story.

Hike the rapids of Banias Falls, that inspired King David to write Psalm 42 and later Jesus would walk on his way up to Mount Hermon, the place of the Transfiguration.

Explore the remains of Sussita, a Greco-Roman city with stunning views of the Sea of Galilee.

Return to David's Harp Hotel for dinner and your rest on the shore of the Sea of Galilee.

Visit Sychar, a Samaritan town mentioned in John 4:5-42 where Jesus met the woman at the well.

Stand on Mount Gerizim, the "Mount of Blessing" described by Moses, used by the early Israelites, and the final resting place of Joseph.

See Tel Shiloh or Ancient Shiloh, Israel’s religious heart before Jerusalem. The Tabernacle stood here for 369 years. With engaging technology, you can almost see Samuel and David walking by and smell the incense burning on the altar.

Experience luxury and relaxation at David Resort & Spa, a premier Dead Sea retreat offering world-class amenities, stunning sea views, therapeutic mineral-rich pools, and rejuvenating spa treatments.

Enjoy floating in the buoyant waters of the Dead Sea. It's fun!

Scale Masada in a gondola and explore King Herod's desert fortress. Built as an opulent palace to defend against Cleopatra’s armies, it was used by Jewish fighters in their last stand against the Romans in AD 73 or 74.

En Gedi, a beautiful desert oasis near the Dead Sea, is where King David hid from Saul, the ibex deer helped him to write Psalm 42, while he hid in the cave under the waterfall.

See the desert monastery of Qumran, located near the Dead Sea. Here, the Dead Sea Scrolls were prepared and later discovered. John the Baptist was familiar with this place.

Journey to Ashdod, on the Mediterranean Sea. This the beach where Philip the Evangelist landed in Acts 8 and where Samson pulled down the pagan Temple. We will join the Beit Hallel congregation for their Shabbat service.

Visit Sderot, a resilient town that has long faced challenges, and gain a unique perspective overlooking Gaza and meet Pastor Michael Beener and the congregation at City of Life. Feel the healing work of believers in Messiah in the land.

Visit the Nova Festival site and, to pay our respects to those affected by the October 7, 2023 attack.

See the Burnt Car Memorial, where hundreds of cars were left unclaimed by those murdered in the terror attack.

Step into the ruins of Be’er Sheva, including the well dug by Isaac and the ancient biblical city of the patriarchs.

Stop at the Valley of Elah where David won a victory over Goliath and pray for the people of Israel.

Spend the night in your Ashdod hotel.

Today you Ascend up to Jerusalem!

Walk the Temple Mount, a massive platform constructed by King Herod, where once the Temples of Solomon and Zerubbabel stood. On the Foundation Stone, Abraham offered Isaac, David stopped the plague with his intercession, Solomon prayed at the dedication and fire fell, the Babylonians and Romans demolished, and Jesus taught. One day, he will return through the Eastern Gate.

Pray at the Western Wall and touch the stones that made the disciples marvel.

Go underground, beneath the feet of worshippers at the Western Wall, to explore the hidden walls of the Temple Mount, including the biggest building stone in the world. Then remember that Jesus is the cornerstone.

Experience the history of Jerusalem at the Davidson Center and sit on the Southern Steps where Jesus taught.

Walk through the Jewish Quarter and see the Golden Menorah prepared for the Third Temple. The Golden Menorah in Jerusalem, crafted from 45 kilograms (nearly 100 pounds) of pure gold, stands as a magnificent 7-branched candelabrum symbolizing the ancient Temple, meticulously designed by the Temple Institute.

See the Cardo Romano, a marketplace Jesus would have used.

Peer over the railing to look at the Broad Wall built by the leadership of Nehemiah and his team of volunteers.

Tonight you will be staying at the Dan Panorama Hotel. From here you may walk to the Jaffa Gate or to the Mamilla Mall for upscale shopping in an open-air environment.

Visit the Garden Tomb and its realistic depiction of a first-century grave and experience communion as never before.

Take in Jerusalem at the Mount of Olives Rehavam Overlook, then follow the triumphal route of Jesus down the Mount of Olives to the Garden of Gethsemane.

Step into Dominus Flevit, the church commemorating where Jesus wept over Jerusalem.

Walk the Palm Sunday route down to the Garden of Gethsemane, among ancient olive trees (Matthew 26:36-56).

Step into the olive groves of the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed before his arrest and surrendered to the Father's will.

Enter Jerusalem through the Lion's Gate. Visit the Crusader-era St. Anne's Church, known for its extraordinary acoustics, near the Pool of Bethesda.

Walk the Via Dolorosa, the path Jesus took on the way to His crucifixion, with stops at significant stations along the way.

Step into the Church of the Holy Sepulcher built around the Golgotha Hill where Jesus was crucified, buried, and resurrected. Today, seven church denominations oversee the building, showing its significance to believers.

Step into the Upper Room where Jesus hosted the first communion and visit the Tomb of David on the lower floor. Under the Upper Room is the “Lower Room” where tradition holds that King David is buried.

Pray in the garden where Peter denied Jesus and the pit where Jesus suffered in the church of St. Peter in Gallicantu.

The Dan Panorama Hotel will be waiting for you at the end of your day.

See the evidence for the burial and resurrection of Jesus at Notre Dame. Take in the stunning view of Jerusalem.

Step into the just-opened Pentecost Room, painted by Chilean artist Daniel Cariola. The walls and ceiling of this spacious room are covered with the images of 119 first-century characters experiencing the power of the Holy Spirit. Daniel meditated on the book of Acts and drew from his knowledge of first-century life to create this gripping scene.

Enter into the Jerusalem that Abraham and David knew in the excavations of The City of David. Take in the sweeping outlook of Jerusalem and a movie that reviews the story of the destruction and rebuilding of Jerusalem over many centuries. Next, walk through the ruins of David’s palace, past walls Abraham saw, the city Solomon and the prophets knew.

For the adventurous, choose Hezekiah’s Tunnel. Bring a flashlight, and shoes and clothes that can get wet. The water will come up to your knees. This is the watercourse chiseled out during the days of Senacharib’s threat to Jerusalem. 

For those who want to keep dry, take the dry Canaanite-era tunnel.

See the Pool of Siloam where Jesus sent the blind man to wash his eyes to be cleansed.

The Dan Panorama Hotel will be waiting for you at the end of your day.

Ponder God’s plan for Israel at the Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial.

See the Dead Sea scrolls at the Shrine of the Book and watch your imagination come alive with the Model of Jesus’ Jerusalem at the Israel Museum.

Insert yourself into the story of modern Israel at the Friends of Zion Museum. Some report that this is one of the most powerful places they have visited in the land.

Enjoy dinner and rest at the Dan Panorama Hotel.

You need to arrive at the airport 3 hours before your departure time for immigration processing. 

You now have friends in Israel. You've left a part of yourself in the Holy Land. You want to pray for the peace of Jerusalem and go back one day soon.

HERE'S WHAT'S INCLUDED in your Israel retreat package:

• Payment plan option. You can set up convenient monthly payments by with an auto debit from your bank account or credit card.

• Group Air Travel from your location to Tel Aviv. Traveling together as a group gives great rates on airfares.

• 1 Hotel Night in Netanya in a double occupancy hotel room. A private room is available at an extra cost.

• 3 Hotel Nights in Galilee

• 1 Hotel Night at the Dead Sea. Experience luxury and relaxation at David Resort & Spa, a premier Dead Sea retreat offering world-class amenities, stunning sea views, therapeutic mineral-rich pools, and rejuvenating spa treatments.

• 2 Nights Ashdod. Enjoy the Mediterranean coast from your Ashdod hotel to spend quality time with believers there.

• 4 Hotel Nights in Jerusalem. The hotel mentioned in the itinerary is for illustration purposes. You will be able to choose the hotel you want.

• A professional licensed tour guide who is a believer in Jesus.

• Breakfast & dinner is included. Lunch is paid by you. Expect about 15-$20 for lunch.

• Safe Shelter Every floor of your accommodation features a shelter room should an emergency arise.

• Tips All the tips for your tour guide, driver, and hotel staff are covered in your booking, a $16 per day value.

• Jesus Adventures--Hike the paths Jesus walked.

• Time to Reflect--Visit Bible sites with time to reflect on passages written about events at locations you where you will stand.

• Meet Israeli Believers--See more than rocks of archaeology. Meet living stones--Jewish and Arab believers in Yeshua.

• New Israeli Friends--Meet Jews and Israeli-Arabs. Some are secular, some religious, and a few are believers in Jesus.

HERE'S WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED in your Israel retreat price.

• Travel Insurance is essential to protect your investment. Philip’s House offers a broker with access to multiple insurance companies with this link https://www.squaremouth.com/23118

• Lunch To keep your daily touring plan flexible, lunch is at your own cost. Plan about $15-$20 per day. US currency is accepted at most locations where you will eat.

• Personal Items Here is a link to detailed information about what to pack and what to expect on your tour. https://www.philipshouse.com/questions