HOLY LAND PILGRIMAGE - 4 - 14 May 2009

An 11-day Newcastle Diocese Holy Land Pilgrimage, lead by Bishop Martin, is planned for 4 - 14 May 2009.

Flights will depart Durham Tees Valley Airport, via Heathrow to Tel Aviv 07.50/19.55 and return 07.30/18.05.

Accommodation at selected Christian-run air-conditioned guest houses/hotels, half-board basis with dinner, bed & breakfast. Qualified English speaking guides throughout tour. Modern air-conditioned tourist coaches.

Cost £1425, plus single room supplement (limited) £289, Travel Insurance £38 for under 65's, (£68 for those 65 to 80), and £50 gratuities - and any items of a personal nature.

Day 1. Travel to Holy Land.
Day 2. Western Wall & Mount Zion
Day 3. Bethany & Mount of Olives
Day 4. The Via Dolorosa
Day 5. En Karen & Bethlehem
Day 6. Bethlehem
Day 7. Jericho & Galilee
Day 8. Nazareth & Cana
Day 9. Jesus' Galilean Ministry
Day 10. Mount Tabor to Jerusalem
Day 11. Journey Home.

This is likely to be a popular event. Further details from Fr Andrew.