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Project Genesis
Journey to The Holy Land
Spiritual Directors:
Rabbi Gadi Capela & Father Roy Tvrdik
March 7 - 18, 2021
PG030721
Project Genesis
Journey to The Holy Land
Spiritual Directors:
Rabbi Gadi Capela & Father Roy Tvrdik
March 7 - 18, 2021
PG030721
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Tel Aviv · Jaffa · Caesarea · Capernaum · Magdala · Emauss · Ein Gedi · Atlit · Nazareth · Tiberias · Sea of Galilee · Tabgha · Tzfat · Jerusalem · Mount of Olives · Gethsemane · Bethlehem · Dead Sea · Red Sea · Eliat
Journey to the Holy Land on this unique interfaith Pilgrimage led by Project Genesis comprised of, Roman Catholic Priest, Father Roy Tvrdik, and Jewish Rabbi Gadi Capela. During the trip, Fr. Roy Tvrdik will offer opportunity for Mass and Rabbi Gadi will lead prayer and reflections. They will both offer commentary on the tour guides explanations with Jewish and Christian insights. In this most Holy Land, dive into the rich religious historical roots of Christianity and Judaism.
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Project Genesis Journey:
During the trip, Fr. Roy will offer opportunity for Mass each day and Rabbi Gadi will offer opportunities to pray reflect. They will both augment the tour guides explanations with Jewish and Christian insights.
Spiritual Directors

About Rabbi Gadi Capela:
Rabbi Gadi, born and raised in Israel, moved to New York in 1995 after his military service. He graduated from Yeshiva University with a Master's Degree in Jewish Philosophy. After a career in business he entered the Jewish Theological Seminary and was ordained in 2012. He has been serving as the rabbi of Congregation Tifereth Israel in Greenport, NY. During our journey he will share his personal knowledge of the history and geography of the country, and his passion for it.

About Fr. Roy Tvrdik:
Father Roy, was born and raised in the NYC area and relocated to Washington, DC where he entered the seminary with the Montfort Missioinaries at Catholic University and was ordained in 1993. He has since served as a parish priest, as a hospital and college chaplain, taught theology at St John's University in NY, preached parish missions and retreats and is now the Director of the Shrine of Our Lady of the Island on Long Island. He has led many pilgrimages throughout the world and especially enjoys accompanying people as they encounter their biblical roots.
About Project Genesis:
Project Genesis began in 2006 as Rabbi Gadi and Fr. Roy led a seven year in depth study of the Book of Genesis, celebrated many Passover Seders for Jews and Christians and various events that help both communities to learn and experience the Mystery of God that indeed unites us.
Project Genesis Journey:
During the trip, Fr. Roy will offer opportunity for Mass each day and Rabbi Gadi will offer opportunities to pray reflect. They will both augment the tour guides explanations with Jewish and Christian insights.
Spiritual Directors

About Rabbi Gadi Capela:
Rabbi Gadi, born and raised in Israel, moved to New York in 1995 after his military service. He graduated from Yeshiva University with a Master's Degree in Jewish Philosophy. After a career in business he entered the Jewish Theological Seminary and was ordained in 2012. He has been serving as the rabbi of Congregation Tifereth Israel in Greenport, NY. During our journey he will share his personal knowledge of the history and geography of the country, and his passion for it.

About Fr. Roy Tvrdik:
Father Roy, was born and raised in the NYC area and relocated to Washington, DC where he entered the seminary with the Montfort Missioinaries at Catholic University and was ordained in 1993. He has since served as a parish priest, as a hospital and college chaplain, taught theology at St John's University in NY, preached parish missions and retreats and is now the Director of the Shrine of Our Lady of the Island on Long Island. He has led many pilgrimages throughout the world and especially enjoys accompanying people as they encounter their biblical roots.
About Project Genesis:
Project Genesis began in 2006 as Rabbi Gadi and Fr. Roy led a seven year in depth study of the Book of Genesis, celebrated many Passover Seders for Jews and Christians and various events that help both communities to learn and experience the Mystery of God that indeed unites us.
Your trip includes
- Round-trip airfare from New York
- Airport taxes & fuel surcharges
- Accommodations at centrally located first class hotels: (or similar)
- ~ 2 nights: Mar 10 - 12, Tiberias, Magdala Center
- Breakfast Daily
- Dinner or Lunch daily to include 1 dinner at a restaurant in Jaffa, Shabbat Dinner, Jewish Yeminite farewell dinner
- Transfers as per itinerary (one airport transfer on last day)
- Sightseeing and admissions fees as per itinerary
- Entrances:
Caesarea - Boat ride - Capernaum - St Anne's - Ascension Chapel, Pater Noster, Beit Shean, Masada National Park and Cable Car, City of David,
Magdala, Emauss (Mass), Independence Hall , Ein Gedi, Nazareth Village, Atlit Detainee Camp Museum, Yemenite Museum
- Assistance of a professional local guide throughout
- Wi-Fi on motor coach
- Wireless headsets
- Tips to Hotel Staff and Restaurants
- Flight bag & portfolio of all travel documents
Centrally located hotels or similar

Herod's Hotel
Tel Aviv2 Nights

Magdala Center
Tiberias2 Nights

Leonardo Plaza Hotel
Jerusalem4 Nights

Leonardo Plaza Hotel
Eilat4 Nights
Not included
- Lunch on days not mentioned. Dinner on days not mentioned. Spa services. Cab on day 7. Excursion on day 11. Beverages. Tips to guide & driver
Optional
Travel Insurance
Providing you coverage for both pre-existing conditions and those that may arise during your trip, including medical and dental emergencies, loss of luggage, trip delay, and so much more.
Supplemental Cancellation Protection
A Cancellation Waiver - allowing you to cancel your trip and receive a refund anytime - up until 24 hours prior to departure. The Supplemental Cancellation Protection expires once you are within 24 hours of departure.
Itinerary
Day 1 | Sunday, March 7, 2021: Departure from the US
Depart from your local airport for your overnight flight into Tel Aviv.
Day 2 | Monday, March 8, 2021: Arrive Tel Aviv
Upon arrival and baggage claim and customs, proceed to the arrival's hall, where you will be greeted by your tour guide and/or driver.
On the way to Tel Aviv, we will enjoy a bus tour through The Weizmann Institute in Rehoboth and lunch in Yavneh.
In Tel Aviv, we'll explore the second most populous city in Israel, a diverse eco-nomic and technological center of the country.
Optional Mass before dinner at the hotel.
Day 3 | Tuesday, March 9, 2021: Tel Aviv - Jaffa
Following breakfast, we will visit Independence Hall, the site of the signing of Israel's Declaration of Independence and the history of Tel Aviv.
We will continue to Rabin's Square, a large public city square in the center of Tel Aviv, receiving its name following the assassination of the Israeli Prime Minister in 1995.
We will then break for lunch, on your own at the Carmel Market, one of the most famous markets in Israel.
Our tour will continue to Old Jaffa, including Mass at St. Peter's Church, and a visit at Tanner's House, where St. Peter stayed during his missionary.
We conclude the day with viewing the beautiful sunset and dinner at the hotel.
Day 4 | Wednesday, March 10, 2021: North to the Galilee
After breakfast, we will drive up along the Mediterranean coast to ancient Caesa-rea, a strategic port of the Roman Empire.
We will continue north to Haifa, located on Mt. Carmel. While en route we will see a panoramic view of the beautiful Bahai Gardens. Enjoy lunch on your own in Haifa.
Nazareth is next. We will visit Nazareth Village, a first-century Galilean village. Then, we will celebrate Mass in the Church of the Annunciation, where the Angel announced the good news to Mary.
We will continue to Tiberias, located on the Sea of Galilee, for dinner and over-night.
Day 5 | Thursday, March 11, 2021: Jewish and Christian Galilee
Following breakfast, we will tour the ancient village of Magdala, then continue to celebrate Mass at St. Peter's Primacy, where Jesus bestowed church leadership upon Peter. Next, we will visit Capernaum, the most mentioned town in the New Testa-ment.
Next, we will Drive to Tzfat, the highest city in Israel, and one of Judaism's four holy cities and center of Kabbalah-Jewish mysticism. While in Tzfat we will have lunch on your own. After lunch, we will visit the Ari Hakodesh and Yosef Caro Syna-gogues, including Jewish prayers and time to shop in the artists galleries.
Return to Tiberias for dinner and overnight.
Day 6 | Friday, March 12, 2021: A Journey to Jerusalem
After breakfast at the hotel, we will visit the Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus proclaimed His great Sermon on the Mount.
We will enjoy a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee, the lowest freshwater lake on Earth and the second-lowest lake in the world after the Dead Sea.
In Tiberias, we will visit the Tomb of Maimonides, one of the most important Jewish pilgrimage sites in Israel.
Following lunch, we will begin the journey to Jerusalem. Before checking into the hotel, we will stop at Mt. Scopus to recite the appropriate Psalms.
Before sundown we will participate in an unforgettable festive Kabbalat Shabbat-welcoming the Jewish Sabbath, at the Western Wall.
You will then have the option to walk to the hotel with Rabbi Gadi (approximately 25 minutes) or take the bus back with Fr. Roy.
We will enjoy a traditional festive Shabbat Dinner at the hotel.
Day 7 | Saturday, March 13, 2021: A Sabbath in Jerusalem
Enjoy breakfast at the hotel and continue to Shabbat morning services at the Grand Synagogue (Orthodox) and the Conservative Synagogue near the hotel. We will then enjoy a walking tour of the neighborhood of Rehavia where we will see the homes of the Prime Minister and the President of Israel.
We will return to the hotel for a Festive Shabbat lunch.
The rest of the day you will enjoy time on your own to rest or explore Jerusalem. Enjoy dinner on your own at a local restaurant and return with a cab to your hotel at your leisure.
Day 8 | Sunday, March 14, 2021: The Old City
After breakfast, we will visit the Pool of Bethesda, where Jesus healed the crippled man, then visit the Church of St. Ann, the birthplace of Mary.
From there, we will begin the Via Dolorosa-The Way of the Cross. As we travel through the market of the Old City, we will reflect upon the Stations of the Cross, concluding at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the site of Calvary. There, we will celebrate Mass.
Following that, we will tour the Jewish Quarter, ending the walk at the Jaffa Gate.
After lunch on your own, we will drive to the Mount of Olives, where you will be able to take in the beautiful, panoramic view of Jerusalem.
We will visit the Chapel of the Ascension, the spot where Jesus ascended into Heaven after his resurrection, and Dominus Flevit, the Church commemorating the spot where Jesus wept for Jerusalem.
Continue the walk to Gethsemane, a garden at the foot of the Mount of Olives. The Garden still contains trees with roots that date back to the time of Jesus
Here you may take a walk through the Kidron Valley (optional).
Return to the hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 9 | Monday, March 15, 2021: Outside the Walls
Following breakfast, at the hotel, we will visit the Temple Mount, where the two Holy Jewish Temples stood. It is where Abraham demonstrated his devotion to God by willing to sacrifice his son Isaac.
Across the road we will visit the City of David, where over 3,000 years ago King David established the unified capital of the tribes of Israel. While here we will explore Hezekiah's tunnel, which protected Jerusalem's water source.
We will enjoy a boxed lunch on the bus on our way to the Church of Saint Peter in Gallicantu, and a visit of the new American Embassy in Jerusale
En route to Bethlehem, we will visit Rachel's tomb, the third holiest site in Juda-ism.
In Bethlehem, we will visit the Church of the Nativity, which marks the spot of Jesus's birth, and celebrate Mass.
We will have free time to shop before returning to the hotel for dinner.
Day 10 | Tuesday, March 16, 2021: South to Eilat
Our day starts with a drive to Qasr Al-Yahud, where the Israelites crossed the Jor-dan River, Elijah was ascended to heaven and the Baptismal site of Jesus.
Continue to Masada, King Herod's fortress, and a symbol of determination and heroism. Today many Israeli soldiers are sworn in here.
Next, we will Ein Bokek, a beautiful beach on the Dead Sea, where you will enjoy lunch and an opportunity to float at the lowest and saltiest spot on Earth.
Our day concludes in Eilat, the southern tip of Israel, bordering with Egypt, Jordan, and Saudi Arabia. Overnight in Eilat.
Day 11 | Wednesday, March 17, 2021: A Day of Leisure
This morning after breakfast, you will have the option of a free relaxing day at your hotel at the Red Sea. On your own, you can book a spa service, explore Eilat at your leisure, or go snor-keling, before returning for dinner with the group and overnight.
Day 12 | Thursday, March 18, 2021: "From Egypt to Rehoboth"
On this last day, we Begin the drive from the Egyptian border to the city of Reho-both, Rabbi Gadi's hometown.
We will drive through the Negev Desert and the Ramon Crater, the unique and magical world's largest erosion crater. We will continue to visit the archeological site in Beersheva, and enjoy lunch with Bedouins.
Last stop is Rehoboth, where we will enjoy a visit of the Jewish Yemenite Heritage Center, a traditional dinner, and a concluding farewell event.
The bus will take us back to Ben Gurion Airport for departure. Safe and blessed journey back!
Special Clergy Discount
Discount is offered to ordained clergy in the Roman Catholic Church: deacons, priests, or bishops belonging to the diaconate, the presbyterate, or the episcopate, respectively as well, as Catholic Sisters.
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*All pricing is per person
Single Supplement / Private Room $1,560.00 (USD)
Business Class Trans-Atlantic (One-Way) $1,850.00 (USD)
Business Class Trans-Atlantic (Round-Trip) $3,700.00 (USD)
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Options and upgrades
*All pricing is per person
Single Supplement / Private Room $1,560.00 (USD)
Business Class Trans-Atlantic (One-Way) $1,850.00 (USD)
Business Class Trans-Atlantic (Round-Trip) $3,700.00 (USD)
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Would like to stop over in Europe?
Let us know at time of registration, we can adjust your airline reservation pending availability to add a pre or post stay of your choosing. Simply Contact 206 Tours: 800-206-TOUR (8687) or sales@206tours.com
About your trip

- Tel Aviv
- Jaffa
- Caesarea
- Capernaum
- Magdala
- Emauss
- Ein Gedi
- Atlit
- Nazareth
- Tiberias
- Sea of Galilee
- Tabgha
- Tzfat
- Jerusalem
- Mount of Olives
- Gethsemane
- Bethlehem
- Dead Sea
- Red Sea
- Eliat

The Holy Land - In the Footsteps of Jesus:
If you desire to draw closer to Jesus of Nazareth, come, as we follow in His footsteps. Each day of your pilgrimage you will have time to renew and affirm your faith; to pray and reflect. The Scriptures will come alive as you visit Our Lord's homeland. You will be inspired by the natural beauty of the landscape, in addition to its rich historical heritage It is an encounter that has changed the lives of many pilgrims, an act of faith and prayer. Pilgrims have been traveling to the Holy Land for hundreds of years, and as part of your pilgrimage, we include many of the rich traditions that have evolved over time. The maxim at the entrance to the Church of the Nativity says: "We are hoping that: If you enter here as a tourist, you would exit as a pilgrim. If you enter here as a pilgrim, you would exit as a holier one." We pray that same will occur when you join 206 Tours pilgrimage.