DATE
April 10th-April 20th, 2025
TRIP LENGTH
10 Days
COST
$5,375 USD
*Based on Double Occupancy.
“YOUR WORD IS A LAMP TO MY FEET AND A LIGHT TO MY PATH.”
Psalm 119:105
Heather and Karl Olsen 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 journey 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 and 4-Star Superior hotel accommodations, breakfasts, dinners, access to all Bible sites and National Parks, an 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.
Heather & Karl Olsen
Heather and Karl Olsen are college sweethearts and share many interests, a top one the love of travel. They reside in Northern Colorado and have raised three amazing kids.
Heather recently completed her master’s degree in Practical Theology, with a concentration focused on Jesus’ time period and his Jewishness. This degree has enabled a new passion to share the Jewishness of the Bible, translational nuances, and the dream to lead trips to the Holy Land. Heather has travelled to the Land several times, always ready to return and share this love.
Karl is a physician in town, a lay expert on Roman history, and an insatiable oenophile. The joy he derives from sharing his love of vines, wine, and faith are a perfect combination for this trip.
Come sojourn with Heather and Karl, as a disciple of Yeshua, to experience the sights, sounds, smells, and tastes that reflect his culture. Bring your Bible, highlighter, and deepen your faith and as we journey in the footsteps of our Lord.
EXPERIENCE THE SEDER PASSOVER DINNER IN THE HOLY CITY OF JERUSALEM.
WALK ALONG THE WESTERN WALL.
EXPLORE THE LOWEST PLACE ON EARTH AND KAYAK ON THE DEAD SEA.
STROLL THROUGH THE GARDEN OF GETHSEMANE WHERE CHRIST SPENT HIS FINAL MOMENTS
A BEHIND-THE-SCENES VISIT TO JERUSALEM – THE HOLY CITY OF GOD, WHERE YAHWEH HAS STAMPED HIS NAME FOREVER.
April 10th | Depart USA
- Depart the USA for Israel
April 11th | Arrive in Israel
- Arrive in Israel
- Transfer to hotel
Dan Panorama – Jerusalem
April 12th | Seder Passover
- Visit Beeri Forest where the Nova Festival took place.
- See Sderot and the affected Kibbutzim nearby.
- In the evening, participate in the Seder Passover at the hotel.
April 13th | Hike En Gedi
- 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.
April 14th | The Old City
- Western Wall Tunnels – Go underground below the Temple Mount to see some of the foundation stones of the 1st and 2nd Temples.
- Southern Steps– Sit on the Southern Steps where Jesus taught the last week of his earthly life and where the Church was born on Pentecost.
- 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.
- Hezekiah’s Tunnel – Bring a flashlight and water shoes and explore the water shaft built by King Hezekiah.
April 15th | Tzuba Winery
- Yad Vashem – Take somber visit to Israel’s official memorial to the victims of the Holocaust.
- Tzuba Winery – Overlooking the Judean Hills, the Tzuba Winery offers a breathtaking tasting experience that is steeped in rich tradition and history.
April 16th | The Dead Sea
- Kayak in the Dead Sea – 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.
- Hike at Ein Prat – En Prat is a spring of gushing water, rising in a spectacularly beautiful desert canyon.
April 17th | Garden of Gethsemane
- Garden Tomb– Believed by many to be the authentic burial site of Jesus. Private garden reserved for communion.
- Mount Zion
- Garden of Gethsemane
- Palm Sunday Walk
- Upper Room
April 18th | Good Friday
- Good Friday Processional
- Good Friday Church Service at Christ Church
- Priestly blessing at the Wailing Wall
- Free Time in Jerusalem
April 19th | The Shepherd’s Fields
- Mimuna Moroccan Festival – celebrated in tradition with the last day of Passover, it is a major event in Jerusalem.
- The Shepherd’s Fields– See the very place where sheep are still raised just like in Jesus’ day when they supplied the Temple sacrifices.
- Church of the Holy Sepulcher
April 20th | Depart Israel
- Easter Sunday
- Check out of hotel– Leave luggage with hotel storage.
- Worship at a local church
- Final Dinner at Sea Dolphin
- Transfer to airport for departures
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. 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 if you arrive outside of the suggested arrival window. (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)
April 10th, 2025 | TIME TBD
DEPARTURES | Tel Aviv, Israel (TLV)
April 20th, 2025 | 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 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 $1,620 USD from Uncharted Adventures to cover to costs of having a private room (“single supplement”) at the hotel during the trip.
Weather
The average daily high temperature during the month of April is around 65-73 degrees (F) with evening temps around 54 degrees (F). April 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.
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.
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
At checkout, you will find our Expedition Contract. Please read carefully and sign 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.
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 a nonrefundable USD 400 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 before 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 $1,620 USD. 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 $1,620 USD per person will be assessed approximately two months before departure.
