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Jeff & Ginny Brown and Tom & JoAnn Doyle Invite You On

 

A Journey to the Land of the Bible

DATE

Sep 30th-Oct 9th, 2024

TRIP LENGTH

10 Days

COST

$7450 USD

*Based on Double Occupancy. 

 

 

“YOUR WORD IS A LAMP TO MY FEET AND A LIGHT TO MY PATH.”
Psalm 119:105

 

Jeff and Ginny Brown & Tom and JoAnn Doyle invite you to join them on a once in a lifetime, exclusive tour of the Land of the Bible. Experience the Scriptures on location, the rich cultures of Jews and Arabs, and hike among the historical sites where Jesus performed the miracles that shook the world and continue to do so today.

The trip price includes VIP airport arrival service, 5-star hotel accommodations, breakfasts, dinners, access to all Bible sites and National Parks, Israeli Guide, deluxe transportation and so much more. We guarantee you’ll be transformed, and how you read the Bible will never be the same.

Tom & JoAnn Doyle

 

Tom Doyle is a bestselling author, Bible teacher, pastor, international speaker and President of Uncharted Ministries. A master story teller, Tom’s books are in over 30 countries and he has a passion to spread the Good News of what God is doing in the Middle East. Two of his books: Standing in the Fire and Two Nations Under God were finalists for the “Evangelical Christian Publishers Book of the Year.” Tom is also a licensed tour guide for the State of Israel and has been to the Middle East over 150 times.

JoAnn Doyle is an inspirational international speaker, Bible teacher, author and President of Not Forgotten which is the women’s ministry of Uncharted. JoAnn also leads women’s teams to the Middle East and her fire for God has inspired women around the world to accept their God-given role as the “Spiritual Gatekeepers” of their family and to spread the Good News. Not Forgotten leads SEEN Gatherings globally to launch women into relationships with the unreached women.

Tom and JoAnn have six children and fifteen grandchildren with one on the way!

A GOURMET DESERT DINNER ON THE HILL OF THE SCAPEGOAT AFTER AN EXHILARATING 4X4 RIDE IN THE JUDEAN DESERT
A THRILLING UPDATE FROM THE BEDOUIN BIBLE TRANSLATION TEAM.
AN INTIMATE GATHERING WITH HOLOCAUST SURVIVORS.
AN UNFORGETTABLE SEA OF GALILEE EVENING CRUISE
A BEHIND-THE-SCENES VISIT TO JERUSALEM – THE HOLY CITY OF GOD, WHERE YAHWEH HAS STAMPED HIS NAME FOREVER.

September 30th | Depart for Israel

October 1st | Welcome to Israel

  • Arrive at Tel Aviv Airport

Welcome Dinner at Hotel – Setai Hotel Tel Aviv

October 2nd | Mediterranean to Galilee

  • Caesarea– The book of Acts comes alive as you tour the Roman headquarters in Israel during the 1st century. Peter, Philip, and Paul spread the Word of God here.
  • Mt. Carmel– The site of the Old Testament showdown between Elijah and the prophets of Baal in 1 Kings 18. 
  • Megiddo– One of the Chariot Cities of King Solomon from 1 Kings 9. Here you can survey Jezreel Valley, where the battle of Armageddon will occur, as seen in Revelation 16. 
  • Sunset Boat Ride – Take a leisurely evening cruise on the Sea of Galilee and worship Jesus as the sun sets over the water.

Sea of Galilee – The Setai

October 3rd | Sea of Galilee

  • Mt. Arbel – This mountain overlooks the very place where much of Jesus’ earthly ministry took place. After a short hike, take in a stunning view of the Sea of Galilee. 
  • Capernaum– Known as the “Home of Jesus.” after our Savior left Nazareth, this site is rich with miraculous accounts from the gospels. 
  • Mt. of Beatitudes– The traditional site where Jesus spoke to the massive crowd just north of the Sea of Galilee in His most famous sermon. 
  • Magdala– A first-century village that is a unique crossroads of Israel’s history and the launch of Jesus’ Church on the shores of Galilee. It’s also the hometown of Mary Magdalene.
  • Peter’s Primacy– A peaceful site on the northern shore of Galilee where Jesus restored Peter after he denied Him three times.
  • Baptism at the Jordan River– Refresh your faith in Christ in the river Jesus was baptized in.

Sea of Galilee – The Setai

October 4th | Upper Galilee

  • Tel Dan Nature Reserve– Hike in Northern Israel and walk along the headwaters of the Jordan River. This impressive archeological site has remains of ancient Canaanite and Israelite cities. Visit the very spot where Israel fell into idolatry under King Jeroboam.
  • Caesarea Philippi– This important site in Jesus’ ministry is where He took the disciples to give them their marching orders with “Upon this Rock, I will build My Church and the gates of hell will not prevail against it.”
  • Golan Heights– Venture deep into the Golan Heights and see one of the most contested areas between Israel and Syria. 
  • Mt. Bental– Travel further into the Golan Heights and see where Israel has battled threatening nations for centuries. Here you can look into Syria and after the sun goes down, you can see the lights of Damascus.

Sea of Galilee – The Setai

October 5th | Jerusalem

  • Jericho– The lowest city on earth, Jericho was captured by Joshua and the Israelites after they followed God’s commands to march around the city for 7 days. The massive Jericho walls fell down, here we can see the city’s remains.
  • Mt. of Olives– The highest of the three ridges surrounding Jerusalem, from here Jesus wept over the city. Jesus also was standing on this mountain when He ascended to Heaven where He will return for His second coming and the mountain will split in half.
  • Western Wall– The last remaining outer support wall of the 2nd Jewish Temple, and a national symbol of the modern State of Israel.

Jerusalem – Mamilla Hotel

October 6th | Jerusalem

  • Palm Sunday Walk– Stroll down the Palm Sunday route that Jesus rode a colt on as the massive crowds cried out “Hosanna!”
  • Garden of Gethsemane– Reflect at the site where Jesus prayed and agonized before His arrest. 
  • Dominus Flevit– The site that commemorates where Jesus wept over Jerusalem because of how lost the people were in religion. Jesus agonized over the coming judgment on them for rejecting the Messiah.
  • Lion’s Gate or Stephen’s Gate– Read from Acts 7 at the traditional site of the martyrdom of St. Stephen – one of the most beloved gates in Jerusalem’s Old City.
  • St. Anne’s Church– Near the Lion’s gate, the church is one of the few that remained standing after the conquest of Jerusalem by Saladin. Here we will also visit the Pools of Bethesda, the location where Jesus healed the paralyzed man in John 5.
  • Via Dolorosa– “The Way of Suffering” traces the steps of Christ to the Cross.
  • The Church of the Holy Sepulcher- Walk through the ancient church that became the epicenter of Christianity since the 300’s
  • Dine in the Judean Desert – After a thrilling 4×4 Jeep ride, visit the Hill of the Scapegoat which played a significant role in Israel’s annual Passover. Dinner will be created by an award-winning Israeli chef. Enjoy this elegant “Kibbutz to Table” as you dine on Holy Ground.

Jerusalem – Mamilla Hotel

October 7th | Dead Sea

  • Masada – See the fortress where the Israelites made their last stand against Rome after the Fall of Jerusalem. They committed mass suicide there to avoid becoming prisoners of Rome. This is also where David went while on the run from King Saul.
  • En Gedi -Ruth and Naomi walked up the rugged mountain to Bethlehem, where Boaz would marry the Moabite, who became a follower of the God of Israel. This site has a spectacular waterfall and caves where David hid from King Saul, as recorded in 1 Samuel 23.
  • Qumran – The location where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found and confirmed the legitimacy of the Scriptures we read today.
  • Dead Sea Float – The lowest elevation and the lowest body of water on the surface of Earth is the Dead Sea. It has 10 times the amount of salt that the oceans do.

Jerusalem – Mamilla Hotel

October 8th | Bethlehem | Jerusalem

  • Bethlehem– The church of the Nativity is the traditional birthplace of Jesus. Commissioned by Constantine, the church is built over the ruins of the site believed to be where Jesus was born.
  • The Shepherd’s Fields– See the very place where sheep are still raised just like in Jesus’ day when they supplied the Temple sacrifices.
  • Garden TombBelieved by many to be the authentic burial site of Jesus. Private garden reserved for communion. 
  • Temple Mount– Explore Mt. Moriah where Abraham was prepared to sacrifice his son Isaac and where Jesus was crucified for our sins. Islam’s Dome of the Rock and al-Aqsa Mosque are presently on the site but will one day be gone when Jesus returns.
  • Rabbi Tunnels – Go underground below the Temple Mount to see some of the foundation stones of the 1st and 2nd Temples.
  • City of David– David left his city of Hebron, and went up to Jerusalem in order to unite Israel around one capital city this is where he settled.
  • Southern StepsSit on the Southern Steps where Jesus taught the last week of his earthly life and where the Church was born on Pentecost.
  • Pool of Siloam – Visit the newly discovered place where Jesus healed the blind man.
  • Garden TombBelieved by many to be the authentic burial site of Jesus. Private garden reserved for communion 
  • Farewell Dinner – Relive the memories with your new family from your trip of a lifetime!

Jerusalem – Mamilla Hotel

October 9th | Depart Tel Aviv for the USA

Passport Requirements

Its is very important that your passport does not expire six months before our return date. You will be denied entry into Israel if your passport expires earlier than this date.

If your passport expiration date looks good, please email a copy to info@unchartedadventures.co.

  • Best: Color scan of your passport in .jpg, .png or .pdf format
  • Good Enough: Up-close photo in .jpg or .png format (make sure there is no glare and all info is readable.)
  • Make sure passport is SIGNED and that signature page is included in your scan or photo.

If your passport expires 6 months before we return from our trip, you will need to apply immediately for a passport renewal. Please click here for directions on how to renew your passport. NOTE: Routine renewal processing can take 12 weeks. Expedited (more expensive) is more like a 6 week turnaround.

If you do not have a valid passport, click here to apply for one.

Be aware, if you are traveling with us to Israel, customs may take longer if your passport contains stamps from Muslim-majority countries.

Flights

Below are some arrival and departure windows we recommend you do your best to book your flights within. If you choose to book your flights on other days or times, you may encounter a longer wait time at the airport and/or be responsible for paying the additional transportation costs of private transportation to/from the airport. (i.e. a private car service will cost $150-$200 USD in most cases.) If your arrival and departure dates are different from what is below you will also be responsible for paying for additional hotel nights.

ARRIVALS | Tel Aviv , Israel (TLV) 

October 1st, 2024 | TIME TBD

DEPARTURES | Tel Aviv , Israel (TLV)

October 9th, 2024 | TIME TBD

NOTE: Many flights back to the US are “red eye” flights that depart around midnight.

We are confident that you can book your own flights, but should you desire assistance, we recommend contacting Butler Travel.

Butler Travel |Nathanael Martin | 503-879-5005 | nathan@butlertravel.com

NOTE: Butler Travel is based in Oregon (Pacific Time Zone)

Solo Travelers

We welcome solo travelers on all our trips! However, the advertised trip cost reflects a cost per person that assumes the person will share a room with another traveler (“double occupancy.”) We will do our best to pair you with another solo traveler (of the same gender) that also desires a roommate. It has worked out well for many people on our trips. If, however, we are unable to assign a roommate, you should anticipate that 1-2 months before trip departure, you will receive an additional invoice of $2905USD from Uncharted Adventures to cover to costs of having a private room (“single supplement”) at all hotels during the trip. 

Weather

The average daily high temperature during the month of October is around 62-77 degrees (F) with evening temps around 68 degrees (F). October is typically a mild season in Israel and the weather is usually very pleasant, but the chance of rain does exist. Temperatures may differ in the south (desert) and Galilee (north) regions. 

Trip Cancellations 

In the event that you choose to cancel you reservation, or it is cancelled due to reasons outside the control of Uncharted Adventures (including, but not limited to, political turmoil, natural disasters, acts of God, pandemic or epidemics), you will be responsible for any non-refundable expenses incurred by you or on your behalf (including, but not limited to, airfare, airline cancellation fees, deposits, lodging etc.) Uncharted Adventures will strive to refund everything possible if the expedition is cancelled for reasons outside of our control. We strongly recommend cancellation trip insurance to help protect you in the unfortunate event you would need to cancel your trip.

Cancellation Fees and Refunds

If you choose to cancel your reservation, cancellation fees will be determined according to the following schedule: 

  • 181 days or more prior to departure date, the cancellation fee is the trip deposit amount $400 USD, plus any other costs or administrative fees incurred from transportation agency or hotel. 
  • 91-180 days prior to departure date, the cancellation fee is 50 percent of trip cost plus any air costs or administrative fees incurred from transportation agency or hotel. 
  • 90 days and less prior to departure date, the entire price of the trip becomes nonrefundable.

Additionally, all cancellations received after Uncharted Adventures has booked rooms and/or local travel will incur a $175 USD administrative fee per person. Any refunds will be processed in accordance with the hotel/resort, ground operators, etc. refund policies. 

Clothing

  • shirts, blouses, socks, underwear (pack limited supply – use wash-and-wear)
  • shorts, slacks, jeans, skirts (pack limited supply)
  • personal modesty kit (for entering holy places and conservative communities)
  • heavy sweater or jacket
  • swimsuit
  • walking shoes (plenty of walking! Good shoes are very important!)
  • flip-flops 
  • sunglasses
  • hat
  • water shoes

Toiletries/Medications

  • shampoo
  • toothbrush and paste
  • deodorant
  • personal soap
  • comb and hairbrush
  • shaving equipment 
  • eyedrops, contact lens solutions and cleaners
  • other personal hygiene products
  • band-aids
  • diarrhea medicine (just in case!)
  • cold remedy or decongestant tablets
  • sleeping pills 
  • motion sickness pills
  • aspirin
  • sunscreen 
  • package of towelettes 
  • earplugs

Miscellaneous

  • water bottle 
  • travel alarm 
  • plastic bags 
  • pen, notebook, small Bible
  • adapter or converter 
  • tiny flashlight
  • tissues
  • small umbrella 
  • snacks

Carry-On Items

  • airline tickets 
  • passport
  • one-day change of clothes 
  • essential toiletries 
  • neck pillow and sleeping mask 
  • good book 

Is Israel safe?

Israel is regarded as one of the safest countries in the world. Annually, the city of Chicago has more violent crimes than the entire country of Israel. 

The safety of our travelers is of the highest priority to Uncharted Adventures and our partners. If for any reason safety is threatened by any factors the owners/operators reserve the right to make whatever changes deemed necessary for the safety of the team. This could include changing lodging or avoiding areas at short notice. 

Passport Requirements

All participants must have a valid passport that will expire no sooner than six months past their scheduled date of return. You must always carry your passport on your person. Be aware, if you are traveling with us to Israel customs may take longer if your passport contains stamps from Muslim majority countries. 

Trip Cancellation

In the event that I choose to cancel my reservation, or it is cancelled due to reasons outside the control of Uncharted Adventures (including, but not limited to, political turmoil, natural disasters, acts of God, pandemic or epidemics), I will be responsible for any non-refundable expenses incurred for me or on my behalf (including, but not limited to, airfare, airline cancellation fees, deposits, lodging etc.) Uncharted Adventures will strive to refund everything possible if the expedition is cancelled for reasons outside of our control.

Guides

Tom & JoAnn Doyle

Difficulty

Moderate

Accommodations

Hotels & Resorts

Ready to Experience The Holy Land?

This is an invite-only trip. If you’ve been invited, read below on how to sign-up. 

Important Documents

Below you will find our Expedition Contract. Please read carefully before booking.

Passport

Send clear picture or scanned copy of passport to our team. Verify that passport does not expire within 6 months of return date.

Contract

Payment Information

Option 1: Pay Full Amount
Pay 100% now. 

Option 2: Pay 50/50
Pay 50% now. The balance will be billed 90 days before trip departure.

Option 3: Payment Plans
Pay $400 USD deposit per person at sign-up. This will secure your spot on the trip. The remaining balance will be split into two equal payments due 7 months and 3 months prior to departure.

Pricing Information

*Price per person is based on double occupancy (two people sharing a hotel room), paying by check. Private rooms are an additional $2,905.  Solo travelers will have the option to pick “Single Occupancy, With Roommate” or “Single Occupancy, Private Room.” We will do our best to assign a roommate to solo travelers if that is their preference. In the event we are unable to assign someone a roommate, an additional charge of $2,905 USD per person will be assessed approximately two months before departure.