Holy Land – July 2026

Pilgrimage to the Holy Land

Trip Date:
Jul 13, 2026
- Jul 22, 2026
Group Type
Open
Activity Level
Moderate
Price
From $3,327
Deposit $500
Hosted by
Verso Ministries

Trip Overview

A Witness of Hope

Join Verso Ministries on a one-of-a-kind pilgrimage to the Holy Land. With an intentional emphasis on relationship with the local Christian community, this pilgrimage will not only bring the story of salvation history to life, but also offer a living encounter with God’s continued work in the Holy Land today. As you walk in the footsteps of Jesus from Bethlehem to Nazareth, from Capernaum to Calvary, you’ll meet God’s presence firsthand not only in the churches and shrines but also in the culture, history, and people that keep Christ’s love alive in the very place he lived, died, and rose.

From Mass in the empty tomb to dinner with families in Bethlehem, from sailing the Sea of Galilee to meetings with Christians dedicating their lives to peace, this pilgrimage will draw you into deeper relationship with Christ and inspire you to bear witness to the hope of the Resurrection.

What’s Included?

  • Local, licensed tour guide
  • Airport/hotel transfers (if arriving/departing during designated times)
  • Accommodations in double-occupancy rooms, including taxes (single rooms available on a limited basis)
  • Meals as indicated on itinerary
  • Gratuities for pilgrimage director, guide(s), driver(s), hotel staff, and meals
  • Opportunity for daily Mass
  • Tickets for included activities
  • Audio headset for each pilgrim
  • Verso pilgrimage booklets and pilgrim kits, including a copy of "Blood Brothers" by Archbishop Elias Chacour
  • Preparation and follow-up materials

Itinerary

July 13, 2026
  • Depart the U.S. and begin your pilgrimage journey
July 14, 2026
  • Arrive at Ben Guirion Tel Aviv International Airport by 3:00 PM and meet your guide and transfer to Nazareth in one group
  • Opening Mass and Welcome dinner at the hotel
  • Overnight in Nazareth

Accommodations: Casa Nova Guest House Nazareth

Meals Included: Dinner

July 15, 2026
  • Begin the morning with Mass at the Basilica of the Annunciation, followed by a tour and time to pray in the Basilica and a visit to St. Joseph’s Church
  • Free time for lunch on your own in Nazareth’s Old City
  • Afternoon visit to Mar Elias School, founded by Archbishop Elias Chacour
  • Dinner at the hotel
  • Overnight in Nazareth

Accommodations: Casa Nova Guest House Nazareth

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

July 16, 2026
  • Morning boat ride with Mass on the Sea of Galilee
  • Lunch in a local restaurant, including the option to taste a local favorite, “St. Peter’s Fish”
  • Continue to the Sea of Galilee Churches, including Capernaum, Peter’s Primacy, Church of the Multiplication, Mount of Beatitudes, and Magdala
  • Free evening for dinner in Nazareth
  • Overnight in Nazareth

Accommodations: Casa Nova Guest House Nazareth

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch

July 17, 2026
  • Ascend Mount Tabor to the Basilica of the Transfiguration and celebrate Mass
  • Drive through the Jordan River Valley as you enter the West Bank
  • Free time for lunch in Jericho and the chance to see Nicodemus’s tree
  • Visit the baptismal site of Jesus on the Jordan River and renew baptismal promises
  • Continue to Bethlehem and check in to hotel, with dinner provided and a lecture at the hotel (organized by group)
  • Overnight in Bethlehem

Accommodations: Casa Nova Guest House Bethlehem

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

July 18, 2026
  • Day in Bethlehem including Mass and tour at the Church of the Nativity
  • Free time for lunch
  • Attend an olive wood carving workshop with a local craftsman
  • Dinner in small groups with local Christian host families in Bethlehem
  • Overnight in Bethlehem

Accommodations: Casa Nova Guest House Bethlehem

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

July 19, 2026
  • Free morning in Bethlehem
  • After lunch, visit Shepherd’s Field, with Mass
  • Continue with a visit to Kalia Beach and the chance to float in the Dead Sea
  • Return to Bethlehem for dinner and karaoke at Cheers Restaurant
  • Overnight in Bethlehem

Accommodations: Casa Nova Guest House Bethlehem

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

July 20, 2026
  • Walk in Jesus’ footsteps by starting on the Mount of Olives including Pater Noster, Dominus Flevit, the Garden of Gethsemane, and Mass in the Church of All Nations
  • Visit St. Peter in Gallicantu, followed by an orientation tour of Jerusalem’s Old City, with a focus on the history of the Christian presence in the city, before checking in to hotel
  • Free evening in Jerusalem
  • Overnight in Jerusalem

Accommodations: Casa Nova Guest House Jerusalem

Meals Included: Breakfast

July 21, 2026
  • Early-morning Stations of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa
  • Mass at the tomb of Christ in the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre and prayer in the empty tomb
  • Visit and meeting at the Latin Patriarchate to learn about the work of the Church in the Holy Land today
  • Free afternoon in Jerusalem, or optional visit to St. Anne’s Church and the Pools of Bethesda
  • Closing pilgrimage reflections and farewell dinner at a local restaurant
  • Overnight in Jerusalem

Accommodations: Casa Nova Guest House Jerusalem

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

July 22, 2026
  • Transfer to the airport in Tel Aviv and depart for the U.S.

Meals Included: Breakfast

Pricing

Package Cost
$3,327

Trip Savings

Optional Add-ons

Single room supplement (limited availability)
$621 / person
Travel protection
Travel protection quote provided upon request*

Pricing listed per person in double-occupancy rooms and does not include airfare.
The number of available single-occupancy rooms is limited.

*Travel protection price is calculated based on a number of variables. Quotes provided upon request.

Rates assume a minimum of 20 full-paying pilgrims.

Flights

Pilgrims are responsible for booking their own flights to/from the pilgrimage using the information below regarding airports and designated arrival/departure times.

Want help arranging your flights?

  • Arrive by: July 14, 2026
  • Arrival time: Arrive by 3:00 P.M.
  • Arrival airport: Ben Gurion International Airport, Tel Aviv (TLV)
  • Arrival transfer: Pilgrims will be transferred to the hotel in one group.
  • Depart on: July 22, 2026
  • Departure time: Anytime on July 22
  • Departure airport: Ben Gurion International Airport, Tel Aviv (TLV)
  • Departure transfer: Pilgrims departing on July 22, 2026, will be transferred to the airport in groups according to departure time.

More Details

  • Roundtrip airfare
  • Passport, visa, or luggage fees
  • Any personal purchases
  • Any meals not indicated on the itinerary, as well as beverages at meals
  • Any required COVID tests or vaccinations
  • Recommended travel protection with Cancel for Any Reason coverage
  • Anything else not explicitly mentioned as included

Verso Ministries will administer registration and payment collection from individual pilgrims. Registration can be done directly on the Verso Ministries website whereby pilgrims can make their initial $500 deposit using a debit/credit card. All following payments would be accepted via check, money order, or debit/credit card. Customizable payment plans can bediscussed depending on the needs of your group. Suggested payment plan:

  • Deposit upon registration: $500
  • 120 days before departure: Outstanding balance due

All cancellations of individual pilgrims must be made in writing (email or letter) to Verso Ministries. Cancellations are possible at any time, but refunds are subject to cancellation fees at the rates listed here. Cancellation fees are for individual pilgrims. Any cancellation charges incurred from other suppliers or vendors (flight, lodging, ground transportation, tickets, etc.) may come in addition to the administrative fees listed here. All group flight airline tickets, optional excursions, trip options, pre/post extensions, private transfers, and additional hotel nights are non-refundable 100 days or less prior to departure unless otherwise noted. We highly recommend the purchase of individual travel insurance.• Within 2 weeks of deposit: Free Cancellation*

  • 14 days after deposit and 91 days or more from departure: Deposit is retained
  • 90-61 days prior to departure: 25% of trip cost is non-refundable
  • 60-31 days prior to departure: 50% of trip cost is non-refundable
  • 30 days or less prior to departure: 100% of trip cost is non-refundable

*Free cancellation (if deposit is made more than 180 days prior to departure)

Any cancellation charges incurred from other suppliers or vendors (flight, lodging, ground transportation, tickets, etc.) may come in addition to the administrative fees listed here. All group flight airline tickets, optional excursions, trip options, pre/post extensions, private transfers, and additional hotel nights are non-refundable 100 days or less prior to departure unless otherwise noted.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does Verso Ministries prepare me for my journey?

We know from experience that preparing for a journey is just as important as the journey itself. From pre-departure spiritual formation emails and webinars hosted by the Verso trip leader, to providing you with a pilgrim kit to bring with you on your journey, we accompany you through the entire process – before, during, and after the pilgrimage – to prepare your mind and heart for what you’ll encounter. And of course, we’re always available by phone or email to answer and assist with any questions you might have.
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What is my Pilgrim Portal?

Your Pilgrim Portal is how you will securely share the information we need for your trip. We collect all this information through your “tasks” in your Pilgrim Portal. After booking, you will receive access to your portal and can log in at the link at the top of this page.
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Why should I travel with Verso Ministries?

At Verso, we believe in crafting pilgrimages that offer you a view of God’s world and his work in it that you can’t get anywhere else.    We believe that everything – from the holy sites, to the meals, to daily Mass, to your fellow pilgrims – shape the ways God can speak to you, which means we’re intentional about it all.  We believe a pilgrimage isn’t just the days you travel, but it’s how you prepare – from the moment you sign up, to the days and weeks after you arrive home. We shepherd you through the entire process so you can achieve the most transformative experience possible.  We’re not just travel experts; we’re experts in Catholic pilgrimage.
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Resources

Discover helpful guides and tips to prepare for your pilgrimage and enrich your journey with Verso Ministries.

A Reflection on the Holy Land By Jenna Streich

A diverse crowd of pilgrims at World Youth Day

A Shared Journey: How Pilgrimage Encourages Diversity and Unity

Man in boots holding a leather backpack.

How to Prepare for Your Holy Land Pilgrimage

A journal with pen and flower laid on top.

5 Ways to Pray Before and During your Pilgrimage

Image overlooking the Dome of the Rock

The Pilgrimage of Life

What Our Pilgrims Have to Say

Father Kuhn

Jocelyn

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