Experience the land and lessons of the Bible!

Israel Study Tour

Registration is not yet open for this trip. To learn more call 800-829-8234 or 616-396-1234 or email your travel coordinator Janie Sportel

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When?

11 days including travel
September 18-30, 2016

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How Much?

$3895.00 USD
All Inclusive!

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Led By

Bill Geisel

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What to Expect

You’re invited to join us on a 11 day, all-inclusive Israel Study Tour.

You will be immersed in the land and lessons of the Bible as you’re led on a journey through Scripture while your local guide and driver will bring the past and present culture of Israel alive to all your senses.

Unlike other Holy Land tours, this tour is solely focused on bringing Scripture to life through first-hand experiences in the places the stories actually happened. An all-inclusive trip ensures you're free to focus on each moment without worrying about lodging, tips, transportation, entrance fees, food or water.

What is a GTI Study Tour?

We’ve built into our study tours everything you need for an enjoyable and educational trip. We want you to be fully focused on the lessons and experiences you’ll encounter, and not be distracted by local tipping practices, transportation arrangements, or meal planning.

We believe that as a Study Tour participant you’re not a mere tourist—you’re an investment! This is evident from the moment you book your trip, through to the time you return home to share what you’ve learned with your friends and family.

Our seasoned guides and ministry partners do so much more than handle the details and keep things on schedule. Our local guides have personal experience and intimate knowledge of the places and events you’ll examine, and our ministry partner’s teachers have a shepherd’s heart and a passion for God’s word.

The guides have been so personable and so knowledgeable and so friendly. There's just never a bad day for these guys. They make you very comfortable throughout the trip.

— Steve

We got to walk the land and it made our bibles come alive, and my son being 17, he needed it to come alive. It solidified his foundation in his faith.

— Joey

GTI has done such a great job of taking care of everything... allowing us to feel at home and really focus on the things we needed to from the very beginning.

— Jordan

Bill Geisel

Tennessee State Minister, Capitol Commission

Bill first studied in Israel in 1998 and has been teaching groups there since 2000. He currently lives in the greater Knoxville, TN area. He also is a missionary in the role of Tennessee State Minister with Capitol Commission. This ministry's mission throughout the United States is to serve state leaders and their staff through Bible study, pastoral support and sharing the Good News of the Gospel. Utilizing insights gained through study of the Rabbis, Messianic leaders, and other teachers regarding the historic context of the Jewish roots of the Christian faith, Bill brings a deepened perspective on important relationships and Kingdom issues.

Study Tour Details

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  • $3895.00 USD base cost
  • $780.00 single-occupancy supplement available
  • $100.00 discount if booking prior to March 18, 2016

Optional payment schedule available:

  • $400.00 per-person deposit upon registration
  • $1200.00 per-person due by May 10, 2016
  • $1200.00 per-person due by June 10, 2016
  • Remaining balance due by July 10, 2016
  • Roundtrip economy air from Chicago O’Hare
  • Hotel accommodations as indicated
  • Daily breakfast and dinner buffet
  • Lunches as indicated or served on site
  • Hydration backpack with bottled water on tour
  • Study guide, flashlight, journal
  • Deluxe motor coach touring
  • All entrance fees
  • Guide/Driver Tips
  • Porterage fees and taxes

Itinerary

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Sun Sep 18

O'Hare to Istanbul ( Depart tk6 at 10:15pm )
Mon Sep 19

Istanbul to Tel Aviv ( Depart tk788 at 6:10pm )
Tue Sep 20

Shephelah

Gezer, Tel Azekah and Elah Valley, Beth Guvrin (Maresha), Beth Shemesh

Gezer
Wed Sep 21

Negev

Tel Arad, Bedouin Hospitality, Beersheba, Dead Sea Swim, Camel Ride

Tel Arad
Thu Sep 22

Judean Wilderness

Masada, Ein Gedi, Qumran , Beth Shean

Masada
Fri Sep 23

Galilee

Galilee Boat Ride, Mount Arbel, Chorazin, Capernaum, Tabgha

Galilee Boat Ride
Sat Sep 24

Shabbat Study

No touring today—enjoy walking alongside the Jordan River and exploring the coastline of the Sea of Galilee.


Maagan Kibbutz
Sun Sep 25

Galilee

Hazor, Katzrin, Gamla, Susita

Hazor
Mon Sep 26

Coastal Plain – Jerusalem

Nazareth, Mt. Precipice, Megiddo, Mt. Carmel, Caesarea Maritima

Nazareth
Tue Sep 27

Jerusalem

Israel Museum, Yad Vashem, Service Project

Israel Museum
Wed Sep 28

Jerusalem

Mount of Olives, Gethsemane, Jerusalem Old City, Hezekiah's Tunnel

Mount of Olives
Thu Sep 29

Jerusalem - Bethlehem

Southern Steps, Kotel, Johnny's Souvenir Shop, Farewell Dinner at Dolphin Yam Restaurant

Southern Steps
Fri Sep 30

Tel Aviv to Istanbul ( Depart tk785 at 9:50am )
Istanbul to O'Hare ( Depart tk5 at 1:40pm )