This document provides an itinerary and details for a Christian tour of Egypt, Jordan, and Israel from March 14th to April 14th, 2014 led by David and Evelyn McBride. The tour includes visits to major biblical and historical sites in each location such as the pyramids and Sphinx in Egypt, Petra in Jordan, and Jerusalem, Sea of Galilee, and Dead Sea in Israel. The cost is $6,985 AUD with additional options for a Nile cruise and trip to Abu Simbel. Each day provides details of locations to be visited and religious or historical significance.

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2014 Sojourn To Revelation
14th March - 14th April, 2014
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Australian departures price
Sojourn to Revelation Tour $6,985 AUD
Optional nile cruise $1,485( incl domestic flights)
Abu simbel expedition $250 AUD
Business class upgrade is available upon request

3. ISRAEL & JORDAN with David & Evelyn McBride DAY TO DAY ITINERARY
(Note: Jordan/Petra section is found between March 17th and March 20th)
Option 1 – 14th MARCH TO 22nd MARCH 2014 – NILE CRUISE
Option 2 – 21st MARCH TO 14th APRIL 2014 – EGYPT, JORDAN &
ISRAEL
FEATURING:
EGYPT: CAIRO, PYRAMIDS & SPHINX, EGYPTIAN MUSEUM, MOKATTAM MOUNTAIN
CHURCH, MT SINAI EXPEDITION, RED SEA – OPTIONAL NILE RIVER CRUISE
ISRAEL: JERUSALEM, SEA OF GALILEE, NAZARETH, BETHLEHAM, BEER SHEBA, THE
DEAD SEA, JERICHO, ACCO, CAESAREA
JORDAN: PETRA, MT. NEBO, MADABA, AMMAN
PLEASE NOTE: THE ITINERARY CAN CHANGE ON A DAY TO DAY BASIS DUE TO
SECURITY ISSUES, WEATHER RESTRICTIONS, OR MUNICIPAL OR ENTRY TIME CHANGES
AT SITES
OPTIONAL NILE CRUISE AND ABU SIMBEL EXPEDITION FRIDAY

4. FRIDAY 14th March 2014
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Depart from Australia to Cairo, EGYPT. (Meals in Flight)
SATURDAY 15th March
Arrive-Cairo, transfer to our hotel to rest & refresh. In the afternoon we enjoy
High Tea at the Marriott (Old Palace). O/N Cairo (D)
SUNDAY 16th March
After breakfast, we begin a full day touring Cairo, beginning at the Cairo
Museum that houses TUTANKHAMEN’S TREASURES & the Royal Mummy
room. We will finish our day at the Mohammad Ali Mosque.
O/N Train to Aswan (B-D)
MONDAY 17th March
Arrive-Aswan. Met and transferred to our cruise ship. After check-in we will
visit The Unfinished Obelisk & the Temple of Philae before sailing by felucca
around Elephantine Island and the Botanical Garden. Then onto the High Dam
passing by the Old Dam. This evening we will be entertained by Nubian
dancers. O/N (on board) – Aswan (B-D)

5. TUESDAY 18th March (OPTIONALTOUR)
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Those choosing this option will take a morning flight & private air-conditioned
coach tour of Abu Simbel. These two Temples, with their unique style, are
considered to be the masterpieces of ancient Egypt. The Temple of Ramses II
was dedicated to the four universal gods Ptah, Re-Her-Akhtey, Amun-Re, and
to Ramses II himself. The great Abu Simbel temple is also called The Sun
Temple of Ramses II. The Temple of Queen Nefertari is also Called Temple of
Hathor who was the wife of the Sun God
Free morning if not taking the Abu Simbel tour-In the afternoon we sail
together to visit the Kom Ombo Temple, then on to Edfu
O/N (on board)-Edfu (B-D)
WEDNESDAY 19th March
After breakfast we will visit Edfu Temple then cross the Esna Lock as we sail on
to Luxor. O/N (on board)-Luxor (B-L-D)

6. THURSDAY 20th March
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Today we visit the Nile’s West Bank to discover the largest temple in the
world, the famous Necropolis of Thebes, temple of Queen Hatshepsut at Deir
El-Bahari, the Valley of the Kings, Colossi of Memnon and visit
TUTANKHAMEN’S TOMB-(Entry included). After lunch we cross to the East
Bank to discover the Luxor and Karnak Temples. Enjoy a ‘Fancy dress’ on board
for our last night in Luxor. O/N (on board)-Luxor (B-L-D)
FRIDAY 21st March
Flights to Cairo, & transfer to our hotel. We have a free afternoon to explore
the city before tonight’s Sound and Light Show over the Pyramids.
O/N Cairo (B-D)
SATURDAY 22th March
Today we visit Memphis, Sakkara, finishing at the Step Pyramid. High Tea with
the ‘new arrivals’ awaits us this afternoon back at our hotel.
O/N Cairo (B-D)

7. ‘SOJOURN TO REVELATION’ TOUR OF EGYPT, JORDAN & ISRAEL
FRIDAY 21st March
Depart from Australia to Cairo, EGYPT. (Meals in Flight)
SATURDAY 22nd March
Arrive-Cairo, transfer to our hotel to rest & refresh. In the afternoon we enjoy
High Tea at the Marriott (Old Palace).O/N Cairo (D)

8. SUNDAY 23rd March
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This morning we visit the GREAT PYRAMIDS of GIZA, Valley Temple and the
famous Sphinx. After lunching by the Nile, we’ll enjoy a sail on a felucca. The
afternoon will see us visit the Coptic Cave Church people situated in Cairo’s
dump that holds over 10,000 people. O/N Cairo (B-D)
MONDAY 24th March
Today is a full day touring the Egyptian capital. We begin at the Cairo Museum
that houses TUTANKHAMEN’S TREASURES & the famous Mummy Room (entry
included). This afternoon we continue our tour of Coptic Cairo including the
Hanging Church & Ben Ezra Synagogue. O/N Cairo (B-D)

9. TUESDAY 25th March
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REMEMBRANCE OF THE HOLY FAMILY’S SOJOURN IN EGYPT? An exciting day
awaits as we departure Cairo by coach to Bo Basta now known as Tel Basta, the
LAND OF GOSHEN where the Israelites lived and gathered for their departure. We
visit the Exodus point from which Moses lead the Hebrew people. We then cross
under the SUEZ CANAL & marvel, as the huge ships ‘float across’ the hot desert
sands. From there we visit Moses’ Springs before journeying on to the base of MT
SINAI for overnight. After dinner we will plan our morning climb up this mystical
mountain. O/N Mt Sinai. (B-D)
WEDNESDAY 26th March
For the adventurous we start our climb by camel to the summit of Mt Sinai. Our
vigorous 3-hour climb ending with 950 steps carved by monks over the centuries
will pale as we gaze on the mountains of Saudi Arabia and Africa drenched in the
brilliant colors of the rising sun. Its on this very summit that God gave Moses the
TEN COMMANDMENTS. On our decent we pass by St Catherine’s that houses
some of the oldest codices and manuscripts in the world & said to be the site of
the Burning Bush. Breakfast awaits us before we continue our “Exodus” onto Eliat
& the Red Sea for a refreshing swim in its waters. O/N (Red Sea) – Eliat. (B-D)

10. THURSDAY 27th March
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Today we visit Timna Park & the recreated WILDERNESS TABERNACLE. We will
stop at King Solomon’s mines then travel the ancient Kings Highway on in to
JORDON & PETRA. O/N Petra (B-D)
FRIDAY 28th March
After breakfast, our Nabatean guides will lead us into Petra to see the amazing
colors as the sunlight reflects on the rock faces. You may choose to enter by
horseback, walk, or ride in your own carriage. We will visit the Treasury,
Monastery, Roman Theatre, Royal Tombs and the high place of sacrifice. THE
ROSE CITY OF PETRA, the ancient capital of the Edomites, is magnificent. We
then continue in the steps of Moses travelling the age old Desert Highway to
Madaba and its intricate Byzantine mosaics. We complete our day at the Ream
Al Bawdy to enjoy a dinner Bedouin style. A special treat waits us after dinner
when we visit a local Christian Fellowship. O/N Amman. (B-D)

11. SATURDAY 29th March
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This morning we visit Mt Nebo & view the PROMISED LAND as Moses did
before we continue onto the Holy Land. We will visit Qumran where the Dead
Sea scrolls were discovered, then Ein Gedi where David hid from King Saul
before arriving at our Dead Sea Resort. A refreshing ‘float’ in the medicinal
waters of the DEAD SEA will be a ‘treat’ after a long days traveling. Bookings
for any extra mineral rich spa treatments must be made in advance (price not
included). O/N Dead Sea. (B-D)
SUNDAY 30th March
oday we ascend by cable car the mighty fortress of MASADA, the site of the
last heroic 3-year stand of 960 Jewish defenders against the Roman Empire.
From its heights we enjoy tremendous views of Jordan, the Dead Sea & the
foundations of the Roman Fortresses below.? The afternoon today is free to
shop, swim or just relax in one of the resorts many pools. Being Sunday, for
those who wish to, we will celebrate our entry into the Promised Land with an
informal church service on the shores of the Dead Sea, sharing together as we
feel led. O/N Dead Sea. (B-D)

12. MONDAY 31st March
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Today is a big day as we leave the Dead Sea, on route we visit the Park of the
Australian Soldier, the British Cemetery where Australian, New Zealand and British
soldiers lay at rest together, Tel es Saba where the NZ Mounted Rifles and some
Australians took the high place, Chauvel’s Hill from where we can view the plain
where the 800 Australian Light horsemen rode into history with their famous
charge and then to the Biblical site of Abraham’s well. Next we visit BEER SHEVA &
stop to view an ancient Jewish alter. O/N Beer Sheva (B-D)
TUESDAY 1st April 2014
Today we travel northward via Ashdod & the Mediterranean Sea Port Of
CAESAREA, site of Herod’s Palace, home of Cornelius & where Paul was brought to
trial. We walk by the aqueduct before viewing the magnificent views over the
Valley of Jezreel & the MEGIDDO VALLEY where the final battle of ARMAGEDDON
is prophesied to take place. We then travel on to Mt Carmel and Muhraqa, where
Elijah called down fire from Heaven to defeat the prophets of Baal. We make a
brief stop at Haifa to view the harbor from the Gardens that sweep down the
hillside in an amazing splash of color. The afternoon takes us to the ancient city of
ACCO where we will spend time walking the Old City & it’s harbor walls.
O/N Acco (B-D)

13. WEDNESDAY 2nd April
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Today we visit NAZARETH VILLAGE to experience the Nazareth Jesus knew.
Leaving Nazareth we travel onto Galilee, watch as we round the crest of a hill
to see the specular SEA OF GALILEE unfold before our eyes. This afternoon we
continue to explore the Biblical area of Galilee. Remember how Jesus walked
on the water? Our traditional sailing vessel will take us across the Sea of
Galilee, stopping in the middle for a time of reflection and singing.
We then disembark at Nof Ginosar a kibbutz located on the shores of the
Kinneret where we will see the remains of a boat from the time of Jesus.
O/N (Galilee) Ma’agan. (B-D)

14. THURSDAY 3rd April
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We continue our journey in the ‘footsteps’ of Jesus, arriving at CAPERNAUM,
the city of Jesus; visiting the ruins of the synagogue where He performed many
miracles. We see the excavations of St Peter’s house and visit TABGHA, where
Jesus multiplied the five loaves and two fishes. Ascending to the top of the
MOUNT Of BEATITUDES, we’ll read the Sermon on the Mount. (If time permits
we may enjoy a St Peters Fish lunch by the Sea). After lunch we visit the Spice
and Date Farm then an opportunity awaits those who feel led to be baptized
by immersed in the RIVER JORDAN.
We travel through the scenic countryside of the Upper Galilee to the GOLAN
HEIGHTS, stopping at the MOUNT OF TRANSFIGURATION before continuing up
to the source of the Jordan River on the slopes of Mt Hermon. Then onto
CAESAREA PHILIPPI where Peter made his confession that “Jesus is the
Messiah”. We visit Tel Dan the ancient site of the Northern Tribes of Israel Cult
Centre. O/N (Galilee) Ma’agan. (B-D)

15. FRIDAY 4th April 2014 (EVE OF THE SABBATH)
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Leaving Galilee we travel the Jordan Valley to Ein Harod, Gideon’s Spring &
BEIT SHEAN, where King Saul’s body was hung on the city walls. Then onto the
oldest city in the world, JERICHO where the ‘walls came tumbling down’ & site
of Elisha’s Spring. After lunch we stop by the Sycamore tree in which
Zacchaeus was meant to climb to see Jesus. Leaving Jericho, we stop to reflect
near TEMPTATION MOUNTAIN.
Our route into Jerusalem will take us via the OLD JERICHO ROAD (Security
permitting) and Wadi Kelt where we will stop to view St George’s Monastery.
We make our memorial ascent up to Jerusalem as the sun sets over the City of
Gold. O/N Jerusalem. (B-D)

16. SATURDAY 5th April
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The “Sabbath Rest” a FREE DAY in JERUSALEM. is yours to enjoy. We’ll
celebrate a communion service together as we walk the ramparts of the OLD
CITY. Spend time shopping in the many markets with-in the old walls and take
in the atmosphere that is OLD JERUSALEM. Tonight, if possible, those who wish
to, will attend a Jewish Service. O/N Jerusalem (B-D)

17. SUNDAY 6th April
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Today we tour NEW JERUSALEM passing by the Israeli Knesset to the Shrine of
the Book, which houses the Dead Sea Scrolls. We visit the Model City, site of a
replica model of Jerusalem in the time of Christ, including the Jewish Temple.
Then onto Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial, a memorial built in memory of
the six million Jews lost in the Holocaust. O/N Jerusalem. (B-D)
MONDAY 7th April
We start our day at the Herodian, King Herod’s Palace, refuge, administrative
centre, and burial place built between 23 and 15 BC. We then make a
pilgrimage to where it all began, BETHLEHEM Of Eprahtah, the birthplace of
our Messiah. We will spend some time in the Shepherds Field; visit Manger
Square and the Church of the Nativity. Stopping at Rachael’s Tomb & the tomb
and study of Jerome a church father from Italy who translated the Bible into
Latin (the Vulgate). After lunch we will shop for Olive wood at the Three
Arches O/N Jerusalem. (B-D)

18. TUESDAY 8th April
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Our Jewish Quarter experience will include the Cardo, the WESTERN WALL, the
most sacred site for the Jewish people, The Temple Institute featuring
authentically recreated temple instruments & the Burnt House. We ascend the
TEMPLE MOUNT to the DOME OF THE ROCK, (security permitting) the site
where Abraham offered up Isaac. The Herodian Tunnel is now open for us to
explore, and a scale model of the Temple Mount during the time of Herod is
the highlight of our underground visit.
We then visit the Archaeological Park and stop to sit on the Herodian Steps.
Walking then to MT ZION and the location of the UPPER ROOM where we will
reflect on the events of the Last Supper. We will finish our day at Caiaphas
House. O/N Jerusalem. (B-D)

19. WEDNESDAY 9th April
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Awaken in the city of the Great King, feel the atmosphere that sets Jerusalem
apart from any other city in the world. We have a full day of touring Old
Jerusalem today, following in the ‘footsteps’ of Jesus, including the MT OF
OLIVES and the GARDEN Of GETHSEMANE. We enter the Old City through St
Stephen’s Gate we visit The Pool Of Bethesda, where Jesus cured an invalid.
We visit Ecce Homo Convent to view the Lithostratos, and the Pavement, then
the Praetorium, site of the public trial and condemnation of Jesus.
Continuing through the picturesque Bazaar streets we pass the Stations of the
Cross along the Via Dolorosa. At the Holy Sepulchre church we visit the lower
level grotto, possible burial place of Jesus. We meander through the Old City
streets to the Citadel of David and then Christ Church. O/N Jerusalem. (B-D)

20. THURSDAY 10th April
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This morning we visit the GARDEN TOMB, where we share a special time of
worship and Communion with the empty tomb in the background. The
serenity of this place makes it a spiritual oasis within this bustling city.
Then on to visit Christ Church (if possible we will visit Herod’s Tunnel) View the
Light Horse Museum and lunch at the Cafe. Our day ends with a visit to the
Pools of Siloam as we reflect on our Holy Land pilgrimage.
O/N Jerusalem. (B-D)

21. FRIDAY 11st April
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Early morning departure to the airport for our flight to Athens where we will
be met & transferred to our hotel The afternoon is free to walk the Palatka,
enjoy the souvenir shops & art galleries.? O/N Athens (D)

22. SATURDAY 12th April
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Today we climb to the marble-capped ACROPOLIS & visit the famous
PARTHENON and the Erechejion. We then walk to nearby Mars’ Hill where the
Apostle Paul delivered his well-know sermon. Our tour continues with
highlights of modern Athens: We will stop and leave the bus by the Tomb of
the Unknown Soldier & Parliament House for a view and to take photos of the
changing of the guard, We then continue on foot, walking to the Presidential
Palace, Panathenian Stadium, Temple of Olympian Zeus, the Academy, the
University & the National Library.
We can, if we wish, be picked up by our bus to return to our motel, however
some may still choose to walk back as it is only a short distance, this will allow
for more photo opportunities of the city of Athens O/N Athens (B-D)

23. SUNDAY 13th April
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Departure from Athens to Dubai, & connecting flights home. 1, 2 & 3 day tours
of Dubai as a stopover are available on request (B- meals on plane)
MONDAY 14th April
Arrival to Australia with a new understanding of the Bible & memories to last a
lifetime (Meals in Flight)

24. SUMMARY OF TOUR
Price includes Round trip airfare Australia to Cairo & Tel Aviv/Athens to Australia. All
airport assistance, touring expenses in all countries visited, with an English speaking
tour guide in new air-conditioned coaches, overnight accommodations in 3/4 star
hotels, with meals (Breakfast – Dinners) where indicated. All entrance fees, Sea of
Galilee boat expenses, and majority of hotel and airport baggage handling.
Price does not include Drinks with meals, visa costs, Travel Insurance, tipping
expenses, departure/ticket taxes. Single room supplement cost available on request.
Additional extra trips must be booked and paid for 60 days before departure.
AUSTRALIAN DEPARTURES PRICE
SOJOURN TO REVELATION TOUR $6,985 AUD
OPTIONAL NILE CRUISE $1,485( incl domestic flights)
ABU SIMBEL EXPEDITION $250 AUD
ALL PRICES BASED ON TWIN SHARE & REMAIN SUBJECT TO A MINIMUM OF 20 FULL PAYING ADULTS.
BUSINESS CLASS UPGRADE IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

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