EQUINOX GLOBAL MISSIONS
The Equinox Holy Land Experience - Postponed until further notice-Pray for Israel
Tour begins in Tel-Aviv, Israel, Monday evening, July 8, and ends in Jerusalem on Thursday evening, June 18.

Be immersed in a Bible study like no other. By visiting some of the most pivotal locations in Israel where human history has been forever altered, you will engage with the Scriptures on a deeper level and discover an understanding of God's Word that will continue to increase. Join us for an encounter of discipleship and soul-training that will enliven your faith and open your eyes more fully to the good news proclaimed around the world–the message that arose from the seed planted in the Promised Land thousands of years ago.

In the summer of 2024, Jeremy and Clay will return to Israel with the Fabulous Equinox Orchestra and a small group of friends for their third Holy Land Experience and musical missions tour of Israel, and they are inviting you to join them! This unique opportunity will meet three main objectives for each traveler – 1) touring several of the most meaningful and pivotal locations in the Bible and world history, 2) joining the Equinox Orchestra for some truly special benefit performances throughout the tour, and 3) serving with Equinox Global Missions to bless the people of Israel through music and service projects.

The personal impacts of visiting the Holy Land are profound, as any pilgrim will tell you. Once you experience Israel, you will never read your Bible the same. God's story will come alive and many of the puzzle pieces in Scripture will fall into place in your understanding as you walk in the ancient footsteps of faith. If you share Jeremy and Clay's passion for the Bible, their pursuit of great entertainment, and their heart for spreading the love of God by loving others, then this is a trip you do not want to miss! Guiding the group through the excursion experiences will be college professor, teaching pastor and seasoned adventurer David Allgire (think Indiana Jones with a Master's of Divinity).

A few trip highlights include:

Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv is a modern city located on the shore of the Mediterranean, and our hotel is located just a few blocks from the beach. While in Tel Aviv you can make the short hike to Joppa (today, Jaffa). Joppa was an important Israelite seaport in the days of Jonah (2 Chron. 2:16; Jonah 1:3). And Peter was staying with Simon the Tanner in Joppa when he received the vision of a sheet with all kinds of food (Acts 10).

*Caesarea Maritima | Credit: Heiko Sieger*

Caesarea Maritima and the Jezreel Valley

Just north of Tel Aviv on the coast of the Mediterranean we’ll visit the ancient port city Caesarea Maritima, important in the lives of the Apostles Peter and Paul, King Herod and Pilate. Mt. Carmel, where Elijah battled the prophets of Baal, overlooks the Jezreel Valley, which is one of the most strategic locations in all of Israel. Across the valley from Mt. Carmel, lies the city of Nazareth where Jesus grew up.

The Sea of Galilee

The Sea of Galilee is known as the place where Jesus lived during his public ministry. We’ll visit Capernaum, Jesus’ home and the base of His operations, Magdala, the village of Mary Magdalene, and other significant locations around the lake.

*City Walls at Best She’an | Credit: Jeremy Davis*

The Jordan Rift

We’ll journey down to the lowest point on the face of the earth. Along the way we’ll visit Beit She'an–an ancient and well-preserved Roman City, a baptism site at the Jordan River, and float in the Dead Sea.

*Jerusalem Skyline and The Mount of Olives | Credit: Jeremy Davis*

Judea and Jerusalem

Jerusalem is a one-of-a-kind city filled with ancient sites and modern amenities. Our hotel sits within the Old City walls built by Sultan Suleiman I in the 1500’s AD. Within walking distance of the hotel lobby you’ll find the Western Wall, The Temple Mount, and The Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the site of Jesus’ crucifixion. Our few days there will be spent walking the streets of Jerusalem, visiting sites like the City of David, Hezekiah’s Tunnel, and the Garden of Gethsemane.

TOTAL PACKAGE PRICE $4,900 - Includes land fee, entry fees, nine (9) nights of hotel rooms, breakfast and dinner at the hotels, Equinox performances, all in-country group travel and scheduled tours with David Allgire as tour guide. Cost DOES NOT include air travel, individual ground transportation or midday meals. Travelers should budget an additional $250+ for lunches, ground transportation to and from the airport, and select activities/meals. Rooms are double occupancy and will be at the following three hotels, or similar to: Hotel Gilgal (Tel Aviv), Ron Beach Hotel, Tiberius (Sea of Galilee), and Gloria Hotel (Jerusalem).

Reservations: Space is extremely limited as there will only be room for 30 travelers in addition to the orchestra and support team, so book your trip today!

This experience will begin promptly at 6:00 PM local time in the lobby of Hotel Gilgal in Tel Aviv on Monday, July 8th. Schedule your arrival flights accordingly. It will end the evening of Thursday, July 18. The musicians will schedule their return flight to depart close to midnight that night arriving back in the U.S. on June 13.

Restrictions and Requirements: This experience will demand more of the traveler than the ordinary tourist trip, both in terms of daily schedule and physical exertion. Our days will begin early and involve several hours of hiking. It is important that each traveler be capable of walking up 7 miles a day, often up and down steep hills, and possibly in rainy weather. However, for this time of year, be prepared for lots of sun and heat. Participants must also be in possession of a valid and unexpired passport (i.e., must not expire within six months of the departure date). Your health and safety are our utmost concern, so if you are at all apprehensive about so much physical activity, this may not be the best Holy Land experience for you. Those who would like to join the trip but may be unable to participate in the more demanding activities will be asked to opt out by waiting in one place for the group to return. Equinox Global Missions reserves the right to make such executive decisions for the health and welfare of the individual and for the best interests of the entire group.