Jordan / Israel
GTI SIGNATURE TOUR

Sep 2-14, 2023

Jordan / Israel
GTI SIGNATURE TOUR

Sep 2-14, 2023

Experience Jordan & Israel on a GTI Signature Study Tour and you'll see Scripture in a new light.

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What to Expect

A GTI Signature Tour creates a unique context in which you can see Scripture in a new light while enjoying the rich joys of international travel with like-minded community.

Aside from going with your own church, a GTI Signature Tour is the best way to experience the land and lessons of the Bible!

Done right, a study tour can be relaxing and fun! Together, we'll explore the past and present of Israel. Each day we'll unpack what we've learned in the context of biblical history as well as our daily faith.

In addition to visiting the ancient sites where Jesus lived and taught, we'll have the opportunity to dip our toes into the Sea of Galilee, the Dead Sea and the Jordan River, not to mention the unique cultural experiences and conversation and fellowship over delicious meals.

Your Leaders

Randy Alonso

Teaching Pastor, Central Life Church

Randy Alonso has been a pastor for over 30 years and has been married to his wife D’anae for 37 years. Randy first traveled to Israel in 2001 and became an advocate of the land of Israel and the Jewish people. He works with Bridges for Peace, a Jerusalem-based Christian ministry that builds relationships with Jews in Israel and around the globe by serving them unconditionally. He currently is the Executive Pastor of Central Life Church, Melbourne Florida. He holds a Doctorate of Divinity from Masters International University of Divinity and is a graduate of Bridges for Peace Institute of Israel. Randy is also a Certified teacher, coach and speaker for the John Maxwell Team.

joey webb

Joey Loves the Lord, Loves his family and Loves Israel! Happily married to Lauri for some 41 years with 4 children and one grandchild on the way. He's been involved in ministry as a Younglife leader, youth Pastor, FireFighters for Christ Chapter Leader and is currently A Fire Chaplain for San Bernardino County Fire as well as an Elder at Calvary Chapel Big Bear. The Lord has blessed him to have traveled on 30 plus trips to Israel plus several trips to Jordan and Egypt. His goal is to bring people to the land to feel their Bible come alive!

The Details

Itinerary

Sat Sep 2

O'Hare to Istanbul on Turkish Flight #6 departing 9:10pm
O'Hare to Istanbul on Turkish Flight #6 departing 9:10pm

Days Inn Hotel Amman
Sun Sep 3

Welcome to Jordan

Welcome to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. After we arrive at the Amman airport and our luggage is collected we will be met by our Jordanian hosts who will take us directly to our hotel for a good night’s sleep.

Istanbul to Queen Alia, Amman on Turkish Flight #832 departing 8:55pm
Istanbul to Queen Alia, Amman on Turkish Flight #832 departing 8:55pm
Mon Sep 4

Plains of Moab

The enchanting rose-red façades of Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, beckon, but not before we visit Mount Nebo, the place where God brought Moses to look into the Promised Land. You'll see the Madaba Mosaic Map that covers the floor of the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George and have the opportunity to watch local artists create beautiful mosaics. We arrive in Petra later that evening for a fantastic dinner at our hotel where we'll spend the night before exploring this amazing site in the morning.

Mount Nebo, Mount Nebo, Madaba, Madaba, Mosaic Shop, Mosaic Shop
Tue Sep 5

Into the Wilderness

Today we venture into the amazing Nabataean city of Petra with breathtaking canyons and rock-cut architecture. Enjoy a memorable donkey ride as we finish up our time in this picturesque landscape.  After lunch we will head south to the spectacular Wadi Rum. Once we check into our tents we will head out for a jeep ride as we explore the sites and watch an amazing sunset. Our Bedouin friends will have a traditional supper for us called Zarb, (a roasted lamb and/or chicken feast) waiting for us when we return. We’ll say goodnight and make our way to our personal tents where we’ll spend the evening “glamping” at Sun City Camp.

Petra, Petra, Wadi Rum, Wadi Rum
Wed Sep 6

God Among Us

After a great night of star gazing and enjoying the amazing sunrise we’ll make our way by motor coach from Jordan into Israel via the Arava border crossing. Once in Israel we will be greeted by our Israeli hosts and make a stop to see the Tabernacle replica in the Negev Wilderness before heading to our hotel for a float in the Dead Sea.

Arava border crossing, Arava border crossing, Tabernacle replica, Tabernacle replica, Dead Sea Swim, Dead Sea Swim
Thu Sep 7

Lessons from the Desert

Today is spent in the Negev where we’ll take a cable car to the top of Masada, the fortress where Jewish defenders made their last stand against the Romans in 73 AD. Next we’ll visit Ein Gedi where David hid from Saul and penned many of the Psalms. Continuing on to Qumran we’ll explore the area where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found and then finish our day by arriving at Nof Ginosar Hotel, which will be our home for the next three days. Fellowship, reflection and relaxation will come easy over dinner and a beautiful sunset next to the Sea of Galilee.

Masada, Masada, Ein Gedi, Ein Gedi, Qumran , Qumran
Fri Sep 8

“Who Do You Say that I Am”

Today we follow Jesus to Caesarea Philippi where he asked the disciples the essential question “who do you say that I am”. Enjoy the views from the Golan Heights as we make our way to the Hula valley and then down to the Jordan River. We finish our day with a visit to the 3 Vines Winery to watch the sunset and enjoy some Israeli hospitality and culture.

Katzrin, Katzrin, Mount Bental, Mount Bental, 3 Vines Winery , Tel Dan, Tel Dan
Sat Sep 9

Jesus the Master Teacher

Start the morning with breakfast overlooking Sea of Galilee as we continue our Journey. Today we’ll explore the region where Jesus did over 90% of his miracles and teaching. Visit Capernaum (Jesus’ hometown) as well as the Mount of Beatitudes where Jesus gave the famous Sermon on the Mount. Finish the day enjoying an evening boat ride on the Sea of Galilee.

Chorazin, Chorazin, Mount of Beatitudes, Mount of Beatitudes, Capernaum, Capernaum, Tabgha, Tabgha, Mount Arbel, Mount Arbel, Ancient Boat (Ginosar), Ancient Boat (Ginosar), Galilee Boat Ride, Galilee Boat Ride
Sun Sep 10

Gods Plan at Work

Today we begin in the ancient Roman Decapolis city of Beth Sean as we learn about first century Roman culture. This is also the region where Saul and Jonathan were killed in battle and Gideon picked his men to fight the Midianites. From here we visit Megiddo (the Biblical location of the battle of Armageddon) and Mount Carmel where Elijah challenged the prophets of Baal. We will journey to Caesarea Maritima, former Roman capital of Judea, where the centurion Cornelius heard the Gospel preaching of Peter (Acts 10) and later Paul was imprisoned (Acts 25.26). Our day concludes as we check into our hotel in Jerusalem.

Beth Shean, Beth Shean, Megiddo, Megiddo, Mt. Carmel, Mt. Carmel, Caesarea Maritima, Caesarea Maritima
Mon Sep 11

A Holy City

Welcome to the Holy City of Jerusalem. For the next three days we will walk the ancient alleyways and visit its numerous Biblical sites. Be ready to step back into the first century as we explore our Bible and experience all that Jerusalem and Bethlehem has to offer.

Temple Mount, Temple Mount, Western Wall, Western Wall, Rabbinic Tunnels, Rabbinic Tunnels, Herodium, Herodium, Shepherds Field, Shepherds Field, Bethlehem, Bethlehem, Johnny's Souvenir Shop, Johnny's Souvenir Shop
Tue Sep 12

City Of David

No trip to Israel would be complete without experiencing some of the famous archeological sites like the City of David and the Israeli Museum. Experience the tunnel that Hezekiah built to bring water into the city as well as the famous Pool of Siloam. We will conclude our day with some shopping and a visit to the Holocaust museum Yad Vashem.

City of David, City of David, Hezekiah's Tunnel, Hezekiah's Tunnel, Pool of Siloam, Pool of Siloam, Israel Museum, Israel Museum, Yad Vashem, Yad Vashem
Wed Sep 13

God’s Plan Revealed

On our last day we will continue to enjoy the amazing sights, sounds, smells and tastes of the Old City of Jerusalem and areas near by as we walk from the Mount of Olives to the place of crucifixion. The evening will conclude with a farewell dinner as we recount our amazing journey and get to say goodbye to our Israeli friends before heading back to the hotel to pack for the flight home.

Mount of Olives, Mount of Olives, Gethsemane, Gethsemane, Pool of Bethesda, Pool of Bethesda, Saint Anne's, Saint Anne's, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Southern Steps, Southern Steps, Farewell Dinner, Farewell Dinner
Thu Sep 14

Tel Aviv to Istanbul on Turkish Flight #865 departing 8:25am
Tel Aviv to Istanbul on Turkish Flight #865 departing 8:25am
Istanbul to O'Hare on Turkish Flight #5 departing 2:20pm
Istanbul to O'Hare on Turkish Flight #5 departing 2:20pm
Sat Sep 2

Los Angeles to Istanbul on Turkish Flight #10 departing 6:35pm
Los Angeles to Istanbul on Turkish Flight #10 departing 6:35pm

Days Inn Hotel Amman
Sun Sep 3

Welcome to Jordan

Welcome to the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan. After we arrive at the Amman airport and our luggage is collected we will be met by our Jordanian hosts who will take us directly to our hotel for a good night’s sleep.

Istanbul to Queen Alia, Amman on Turkish Flight #832 departing 8:55pm
Istanbul to Queen Alia, Amman on Turkish Flight #832 departing 8:55pm
Mon Sep 4

Plains of Moab

The enchanting rose-red façades of Petra, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, beckon, but not before we visit Mount Nebo, the place where God brought Moses to look into the Promised Land. You'll see the Madaba Mosaic Map that covers the floor of the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George and have the opportunity to watch local artists create beautiful mosaics. We arrive in Petra later that evening for a fantastic dinner at our hotel where we'll spend the night before exploring this amazing site in the morning.

Mount Nebo, Mount Nebo, Madaba, Madaba, Mosaic Shop, Mosaic Shop
Tue Sep 5

Into the Wilderness

Today we venture into the amazing Nabataean city of Petra with breathtaking canyons and rock-cut architecture. Enjoy a memorable donkey ride as we finish up our time in this picturesque landscape.  After lunch we will head south to the spectacular Wadi Rum. Once we check into our tents we will head out for a jeep ride as we explore the sites and watch an amazing sunset. Our Bedouin friends will have a traditional supper for us called Zarb, (a roasted lamb and/or chicken feast) waiting for us when we return. We’ll say goodnight and make our way to our personal tents where we’ll spend the evening “glamping” at Sun City Camp.

Petra, Petra, Wadi Rum, Wadi Rum
Wed Sep 6

God Among Us

After a great night of star gazing and enjoying the amazing sunrise we’ll make our way by motor coach from Jordan into Israel via the Arava border crossing. Once in Israel we will be greeted by our Israeli hosts and make a stop to see the Tabernacle replica in the Negev Wilderness before heading to our hotel for a float in the Dead Sea.

Arava border crossing, Arava border crossing, Tabernacle replica, Tabernacle replica, Dead Sea Swim, Dead Sea Swim
Thu Sep 7

Lessons from the Desert

Today is spent in the Negev where we’ll take a cable car to the top of Masada, the fortress where Jewish defenders made their last stand against the Romans in 73 AD. Next we’ll visit Ein Gedi where David hid from Saul and penned many of the Psalms. Continuing on to Qumran we’ll explore the area where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found and then finish our day by arriving at Nof Ginosar Hotel, which will be our home for the next three days. Fellowship, reflection and relaxation will come easy over dinner and a beautiful sunset next to the Sea of Galilee.

Masada, Masada, Ein Gedi, Ein Gedi, Qumran , Qumran
Fri Sep 8

“Who Do You Say that I Am”

Today we follow Jesus to Caesarea Philippi where he asked the disciples the essential question “who do you say that I am”. Enjoy the views from the Golan Heights as we make our way to the Hula valley and then down to the Jordan River. We finish our day with a visit to the 3 Vines Winery to watch the sunset and enjoy some Israeli hospitality and culture.

Katzrin, Katzrin, Mount Bental, Mount Bental, 3 Vines Winery , Tel Dan, Tel Dan
Sat Sep 9

Jesus the Master Teacher

Start the morning with breakfast overlooking Sea of Galilee as we continue our Journey. Today we’ll explore the region where Jesus did over 90% of his miracles and teaching. Visit Capernaum (Jesus’ hometown) as well as the Mount of Beatitudes where Jesus gave the famous Sermon on the Mount. Finish the day enjoying an evening boat ride on the Sea of Galilee.

Chorazin, Chorazin, Mount of Beatitudes, Mount of Beatitudes, Capernaum, Capernaum, Tabgha, Tabgha, Mount Arbel, Mount Arbel, Ancient Boat (Ginosar), Ancient Boat (Ginosar), Galilee Boat Ride, Galilee Boat Ride
Sun Sep 10

Gods Plan at Work

Today we begin in the ancient Roman Decapolis city of Beth Sean as we learn about first century Roman culture. This is also the region where Saul and Jonathan were killed in battle and Gideon picked his men to fight the Midianites. From here we visit Megiddo (the Biblical location of the battle of Armageddon) and Mount Carmel where Elijah challenged the prophets of Baal. We will journey to Caesarea Maritima, former Roman capital of Judea, where the centurion Cornelius heard the Gospel preaching of Peter (Acts 10) and later Paul was imprisoned (Acts 25.26). Our day concludes as we check into our hotel in Jerusalem.

Beth Shean, Beth Shean, Megiddo, Megiddo, Mt. Carmel, Mt. Carmel, Caesarea Maritima, Caesarea Maritima
Mon Sep 11

A Holy City

Welcome to the Holy City of Jerusalem. For the next three days we will walk the ancient alleyways and visit its numerous Biblical sites. Be ready to step back into the first century as we explore our Bible and experience all that Jerusalem and Bethlehem has to offer.

Temple Mount, Temple Mount, Western Wall, Western Wall, Rabbinic Tunnels, Rabbinic Tunnels, Herodium, Herodium, Shepherds Field, Shepherds Field, Bethlehem, Bethlehem, Johnny's Souvenir Shop, Johnny's Souvenir Shop
Tue Sep 12

City Of David

No trip to Israel would be complete without experiencing some of the famous archeological sites like the City of David and the Israeli Museum. Experience the tunnel that Hezekiah built to bring water into the city as well as the famous Pool of Siloam. We will conclude our day with some shopping and a visit to the Holocaust museum Yad Vashem.

City of David, City of David, Hezekiah's Tunnel, Hezekiah's Tunnel, Pool of Siloam, Pool of Siloam, Israel Museum, Israel Museum, Yad Vashem, Yad Vashem
Wed Sep 13

God’s Plan Revealed

On our last day we will continue to enjoy the amazing sights, sounds, smells and tastes of the Old City of Jerusalem and areas near by as we walk from the Mount of Olives to the place of crucifixion. The evening will conclude with a farewell dinner as we recount our amazing journey and get to say goodbye to our Israeli friends before heading back to the hotel to pack for the flight home.

Mount of Olives, Mount of Olives, Gethsemane, Gethsemane, Pool of Bethesda, Pool of Bethesda, Saint Anne's, Saint Anne's, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Southern Steps, Southern Steps, Farewell Dinner, Farewell Dinner
Thu Sep 14

Tel Aviv to Istanbul on Turkish Flight #865 departing 8:25am
Tel Aviv to Istanbul on Turkish Flight #865 departing 8:25am
Istanbul to Los Angeles on Turkish Flight #009 departing 1:15pm
Istanbul to Los Angeles on Turkish Flight #009 departing 1:15pm

Flight Details

Sat, Sep 2 2023
Depart O'Hare at 9:10pm
ORD to IST on tk6
Arrive Istanbul at 3:45pm
Duration: 10 hours 35 minutes
Sat, Sep 2 2023
Depart O'Hare at 9:10pm
ORD to IST on tk6
Arrive Istanbul at 3:45pm
Duration: 10 hours 35 minutes
Sun, Sep 3 2023
Depart Istanbul at 8:55pm
IST to AMM on tk832
Arrive Queen Alia, Amman at 11:10pm
Duration: 02 hours 15 minutes
Sun, Sep 3 2023
Depart Istanbul at 8:55pm
IST to AMM on tk832
Arrive Queen Alia, Amman at 11:10pm
Duration: 02 hours 15 minutes
Thu, Sep 14 2023
Depart Tel Aviv at 8:25am
TLV to IST on tk865
Arrive Istanbul at 10:50am
Duration: 02 hours 25 minutes
Thu, Sep 14 2023
Depart Tel Aviv at 8:25am
TLV to IST on tk865
Arrive Istanbul at 10:50am
Duration: 02 hours 25 minutes
Thu, Sep 14 2023
Depart Istanbul at 2:20pm
IST to ORD on tk5
Arrive O'Hare at 5:50pm
Duration: 11 hours 30 minutes
Thu, Sep 14 2023
Depart Istanbul at 2:20pm
IST to ORD on tk5
Arrive O'Hare at 5:50pm
Duration: 11 hours 30 minutes
Sat, Sep 2 2023
Depart Los Angeles at 6:35pm
LAX to IST on tk10
Arrive Istanbul at 5:40pm
Duration: 13 hours 05 minutes
Sat, Sep 2 2023
Depart Los Angeles at 6:35pm
LAX to IST on tk10
Arrive Istanbul at 5:40pm
Duration: 13 hours 05 minutes
Sun, Sep 3 2023
Depart Istanbul at 8:55pm
IST to AMM on tk832
Arrive Queen Alia, Amman at 11:10pm
Duration: 02 hours 15 minutes
Sun, Sep 3 2023
Depart Istanbul at 8:55pm
IST to AMM on tk832
Arrive Queen Alia, Amman at 11:10pm
Duration: 02 hours 15 minutes
Thu, Sep 14 2023
Depart Tel Aviv at 8:25am
TLV to IST on tk865
Arrive Istanbul at 10:50am
Duration: 02 hours 25 minutes
Thu, Sep 14 2023
Depart Tel Aviv at 8:25am
TLV to IST on tk865
Arrive Istanbul at 10:50am
Duration: 02 hours 25 minutes
Thu, Sep 14 2023
Depart Istanbul at 1:15pm
IST to LAX on tk009
Arrive Los Angeles at 4:50pm
Duration: 13 hours 35 minutes
Thu, Sep 14 2023
Depart Istanbul at 1:15pm
IST to LAX on tk009
Arrive Los Angeles at 4:50pm
Duration: 13 hours 35 minutes

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