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A Biblical Studies Trip to Israel

A Biblical Studies Trip to Israel

There are countless types of travel experiences to Israel, including everything from beach vacations on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea to archeological digs. My experience there was a 2-week study intensive focused on "beholding" where stories from Judeo-Christian Scriptures happened, enriched by cultural, historical, and geographical context. Below are 20 of the sites that were particularly memorable for me. At the bottom, I've given links to the tour group I went with. These are not affiliate links - I receive no compensation for recommending them. I simply had a wonderful experience and would like you to have an opportunity to do the same! If you enjoy this free guide, please save it, share it, leave a tip, or write a review! Follow me and be the first to know when I create new guides. Thanks!
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Historic Sites

Hezekiah's Tunnel
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Masada National Park
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Caesarea Maritima
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Nature Reserves, Parks, & Lakes

Qumran National Park
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Sea of Galilee
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Arbel
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Ein Gedi
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Religious Sites

Western Wall
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Dome of the Rock
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Church of All Nations
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Capernaum Synagogue
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Gethsemane
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St. Anne's Church, Jerusalem
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Ibrahimi Mosque
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Church of the Holy Sepulchre
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Via Dolorosa
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Church of the Nativity
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Museums

Shrine of the Book
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The Israel Museum, Jerusalem
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Lodging

Manger Square Hotel
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Tour Organizers

These two organizations, New Lens Biblical Studies and Travel the Text, partnered together to create the tour I went on. 

What I loved:

+ You begin building relationships with your tripmates months in advance through in-person/virtual meetings.

+ The guides have been leading these trips for nearly two decades. Not only are they knowledgeable of the land and sites, they are also deeply aware of cultural nuances. This meant they knew how to take care of our group, be it anything from finding the nearest restrooms to ensuring our safety as foreigners. 

+ This is a study trip. You can do it for personal enrichment, or you can receive college credit for it through Williamson Bible College in Franklin, Tennessee. (See below.)

+ We weren't "roughin' it." This isn't that kind of trip. We stayed in nice hotels and ate well. We traveled daily in a comfortable, air conditioned tour bus with wifi. 

+ They took care of everything in advance, from hotel bookings to entrance tickets for all the sites. All we had to do was show up. 

+ They gave us a cultural crash course that included what to pack and what not to, appropriate attire for religious sites, and in general how to be courteous guests in a foreign country. 

New Lens Biblical Studies

Israel - New Lens Biblical Studies
www.newlensbiblicalstudies.com
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Travel the Text

Study Trips — Travel the Text
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College Credit

Study In Israel, Turkey & Greece
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
US native. Former resident of Romania. Current solo female globe trotter. I've ventured to more than a dozen countries across four continents as part of group tours, volunteer work, solo travel, studying abroad, and teaching internationally. I lived for over a year in Romania, many years in Tennessee, and several months in England. My travel style is slow, spontaneous, and - shall we say - richly flavorful. I prefer to stay longer lengths in places instead of having a whirlwind sightseeing venture. I'll skip the chain restaurants for a hole-in-the-wall café any day of the week. I prefer a loose itinerary and remain open to what each day brings. My favorite things to do and see as I travel are... - EAT - Try whatever is local. Order the special of the day. Talk with the restaurant staff. - WALK - It encourages me to slow down, notice, and get a feel for community. - HIKE - I'm a lazy hiker. By "hike," I mean a few hours at a slow pace. - MUSEUMS - Spend an afternoon. Read the descriptions on exhibits. Talk with the docents. Buy something in the giftshop. - CHURCHES - I'm fascinated by the various ways people have worshipped the God of the Bible over centuries and across borders. Many older churches are also museums or tourist-friendly spaces. Some additionally hold regular liturgical services. - CASTLES - Castles, fortresses, palaces, big ol' houses: these places transport me back in time. I imagine the people who built, lived in, and defended them. What would they think of how we now live? If this kind of travel sounds ideal to you, hit the Contact Me button! I'd love to help you experience slower, more meaningful travel. We'll discuss tips for how to make the most of your trip, with low stress, reasonable safety, affordability, and lots of fun. Book one of my custom services, and we'll work together to get you wheels up on your next adventure! Follow me to easily access all the resources I create.
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