2026 Pilgrimage to the Holy Land

Day 1: Sunday, April 12 – Depart for the Holy Land
Depart the USA on overnight flights to Tel Aviv.

Day 2: Monday, April 13 – Arrival in Israel | Jaffa
Arrive at Ben Gurion Airport and meet your local tour manager. Travel to the ancient port city of Jaffa, one of the world’s oldest cities and the setting of Peter’s vision welcoming Gentiles into the Church. After hotel check-in and rest, enjoy a gentle walking tour through Old Jaffa’s winding streets before gathering for a group welcome dinner at a local restaurant. Overnight in Jaffa.

Day 3: Tuesday, April 14 – Caesarea | Galilee | Stella Maris Carmelite Monastery
Travel along the Mediterranean coast to Caesarea Maritima, where Saint Paul was imprisoned before being sent to Rome. Continue to Akko and celebrate Mass at Saint John the Baptist Latin Church and explore the Crusader halls and Templars’ Tunnel. In Haifa, visit Stella Maris Carmelite Monastery and enjoy panoramic views. Journey to Tiberias for dinner and overnight.

Day 4: Wednesday, April 15 – Mount Tabor | Cana | Nazareth
Ascend Mount Tabor, site of the Transfiguration, and celebrate Mass where Christ revealed His glory. Continue to Cana, where Jesus performed His first miracle. In Nazareth, visit the Basilica of the Annunciation, Church of Saint Joseph, the Synagogue Church, and Mary’s Well—immersing yourself in the place of Christ’s hidden life. Overnight in Tiberias.

Day 5: Thursday, April 16 – Mount of Beatitudes | Caesarea Philippi | Sea of Galilee
Visit the Mount of Beatitudes and celebrate Mass overlooking the waters where Jesus proclaimed the Beatitudes. Continue north to Caesarea Philippi, where Peter professed Jesus as the Christ. Travel into the Golan Heights for a wine tasting, followed by a peaceful boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. Visit Magdala, hometown of Saint Mary Magdalene. Dinner and overnight in Tiberias.

Day 6: Friday, April 17 – Capernaum | Tabgha & Primacy of Peter | Dead Sea
Explore Capernaum, the “Town of Jesus,” followed by Tabgha and the Primacy of Peter. Travel south to the Dead Sea for rest, reflection, and the unique experience of floating in its mineral-rich waters. Dinner and overnight at the Dead Sea.

Day 7: Saturday, April 18 – Masada | Jordan River | Jericho
Enjoy a relaxed morning before visiting Masada, symbol of perseverance and faith. Continue to the Jordan River Baptismal Site, where you will celebrate Mass and renew baptismal promises. Visit Jericho, viewing the Mount of Temptation and the Sycamore Tree of Zacchaeus. Dinner and your first overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 8: Sunday, April 19 – Bethlehem | Church of the Nativity | Ein Karem
Begin at Shepherds’ Field recalling the angelic announcement. In Bethlehem, visit the Church of the Nativity marking Christ’s birthplace, followed by the Milk Grotto. Celebrate Mass at the Grotto of St. Joseph within St. Catherine Church. Continue to Ein Karem, hometown of St. John the Baptist and site of the Visitation. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 9: Monday, April 20 – Mount of Olives | Gethsemane | Upper Room
Begin your day on the Mount of Olives with sweeping views of Jerusalem. Walk the Palm Sunday Path, stop at Dominus Flevit, and celebrate Mass in the Garden of Gethsemane. In the afternoon, visit Mount Zion, including Dormition Abbey and the Upper Room. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 10: Tuesday, April 21 – Via Dolorosa | Holy Sepulchre
Begin this early morning by walking the Via Dolorosa. Visit and Celebrate Mass in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Enjoy your afternoon at leisure. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 11: Wednesday, April 22 – Western Wall | Leisure Time in Jerusalem’s Old City
Visit the Temple Mount area, pray at the Western Wall, and continue to St. Anne Church and the Pools of Bethesda. Enjoy free time in Jerusalem’s Old City for prayer, shopping, or reflection before a farewell dinner and last overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 12: Thursday, April 23 – Return Home
After breakfast, transfer to Ben Gurion Airport for your return flight home—carrying with you the blessings, memories, and spiritual fruits of your pilgrimage to the Holy Land.