Apostolic Theological Seminary Presents
An Inspirational, Adventurous, and Educational Tour of Israel
Hosts: Dr. Bruce and Dana Klein
MANY OFFER TRIPS TO ISRAEL.
HERE IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE A DISTINCTLY "APOSTOLIC FAITH" EXPERIENCE FOR YOUR ISRAEL TRIP.
Non-profit, the Kleins don't pocket your money!
Apostolic Theological Seminary
337-285-6045 Bibleteach@hotmail.com
Tour Highlights
Travel with us and see three 1st century ancient synagogues where Jesus Christ would have ministered,
so YOU can be where Jesus walked.
Come with us as we travel by boat across the Sea of Galilee, so YOU can be where Jesus sailed.
YOU can walk where our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ walked!
Come and join us for YOUR journey of a lifetime.
We leave out of Houston
An Inspirational, Adventurous, and Educational Tour of Israel
Hosts: Dr. Bruce and Dana Klein
MANY OFFER TRIPS TO ISRAEL.
HERE IS YOUR OPPORTUNITY TO HAVE A DISTINCTLY "APOSTOLIC FAITH" EXPERIENCE FOR YOUR ISRAEL TRIP.
Non-profit, the Kleins don't pocket your money!
Apostolic Theological Seminary
337-285-6045 Bibleteach@hotmail.com
Tour Highlights
Travel with us and see three 1st century ancient synagogues where Jesus Christ would have ministered,
so YOU can be where Jesus walked.
Come with us as we travel by boat across the Sea of Galilee, so YOU can be where Jesus sailed.
YOU can walk where our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ walked!
Come and join us for YOUR journey of a lifetime.
We leave out of Houston
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Imagine being in Israel wading the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, the Sea of Galilee, the Dead Sea, and the Jordan River.
Be baptized in the Jordan River where Jesus was baptized. |
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An Adventure Tour of Israel
Dr. Bruce and Dana Klein host tours to Israel. A tour arrives in the Ben Gurion Airport December 27th, 2018. This tour will be educational, adventurous, and inspirational. We will see the remains of two ancient synagogues where Jesus would have ministered!
- This is an "Apostolic Faith" tour; with mostly Apostolics, you will have a tour of a lifetime!
Dr. Bruce and Dana Klein host tours to Israel. A tour arrives in the Ben Gurion Airport December 27th, 2018. This tour will be educational, adventurous, and inspirational. We will see the remains of two ancient synagogues where Jesus would have ministered!
- This is an "Apostolic Faith" tour; with mostly Apostolics, you will have a tour of a lifetime!
Middle-eastern Cuisine
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From pizza to the fresh Saint Peter's fish caught in the Mediterranean Sea; eaten on the shore in a great restaurant! These entrees all qualify for diet food, a healthy diet. |
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Dr. Bruce and Dana Klein are your Scholarly Hosts.
Dr. Klein is president of Apostolic Theological Seminary, Inc. The author of 26 published books. Has dug in Israel on an Archaeological dig at AI (2015-2016). Has written a book on Biblical archaeology. Teaches Greek and Aramaic. He teaches a course on Biblical Archaeology each semester (Fall - N.T. Archaeology; Spring - O.T. Archaeology). Professor Dana Klein is dean of the Master of Arts in Jewish Studies at Apostolic Theological Seminary, Inc. She has authored books. Has dug in Israel on an archaeological dig at Ai, and teaches Biblical Hebrew every semester. Note: The Kleins are Jewish; they have taken multiple journeys to Israel. They have both taught Biblical Hebrew and archaeology. |
Shopping at the Shuks in Jerusalem
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Imagine sisters, Mediterranean shopping!
Fresh strawberries, oranges, figs, peppers, .. . Judaic souvenirs. Clothes, scarves, ... . Etc. You can shop till you DROP! |
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Our Itinerary
All entrance fees are included.
Day 1: HOUSTON, USA - EUROPE. Day 1: HOUSTON, USA - EUROPE. Tour members
gather at the ticket counter at the airport two hours prior to their departure to Europe.
Dinner and breakfast are served in-flight.
Day 2: EUROPE - TEL AVIV. Upon our arrival at the Tel Aviv airport, we are met and
transferred to our hotel in Nethanya - situated on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea.
If time allows we will visit Ancient Joppa on the Sea where Jonah set sail, and where Peter
raised Dorcas from the dead. Joppa was also the home of Simon the Tanner. Dinner is
served at our hotel. Weather permitting; we suggest a walk on the beach.
Day 3: NETHANYA - GALILEE. After a good nights rest and a hearty breakfast, we begin
the thrilling journey following in the footsteps of Jesus. At Caesarea by the sea, we visit
the Crusader’s Castle, the Roman Amphitheater and water duct, and the port from which
the Apostle Paul sailed to Rome. Driving through the Jezreel Valley we visit Megiddo and
continue to the fields of Armageddon (Revelation 16:16) and continue northward along
the Mediterranean Sea to Haifa and Mt. Carmel - the biblical site of Elijah’s contest with
the prophets of Baal (I Kings 18). We then travel eastward across Galilee where we view
Mt. Tabor (Psalm 89:12) and Deboriya - the hometown of the prophetess Deborah - at
the foothill of Mt. Tabor (Judges 4 and 5). Dinner and overnight at our hotel on the
shores of the beautiful Sea of Galilee.
Day 4: TIBERIAS - CAPERNAUM - CAESAREA PHILIPPI - MT. HERMON - GOLAN HEIGHTS.
This will be an exciting day in the Galilee area after a delicious breakfast. We depart
from the Roman hot springs resort city of Tiberias via a boat ride across the Sea of
Galilee to Capernaum (John 6:24) to visit the ancient ruins of the first century synagogue
where Jesus preached (Matthew 4:13-17). Then on to the Mt. of Beatitudes where Jesus
preached the “Sermon on the Mount” (Matthew 5-7). We then proceed to upper Galilee
and the site of Peter’s confession (Matthew 16:16) at Caesarea Philippi and to Mt. Hermon
(Psalm 89:12), the probable site of the Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-8) and the present
day Golan Heights where Israel, Lebanon and Syria come together. We then visit the 1st
century synagogue at Magdala. Return to our hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: NAZARETH - JERICHO - JERUSALEM. Early morning departure to visit Mt. Arbel
and the site of the ancient synagogue. Continue to Cana and then on to Nazareth, the
hometown of Jesus. Visit the Nazareth Village. We then continue on to visit Bethshean
and south through the Jordan Valley to ancient Jericho where the walls came tumbling
down and a commanding view of the Mt. of Temptation (Matthew 4:1-11) and Elisha’s
Fountain. Stop for an optional Baptism. Then up to Jerusalem through the Judean
wilderness. Dinner and overnight at our hotel in the Holy City of Jerusalem.
Day 6: JERUSALEM - BETHLEHEM. After a night of rest and a hearty breakfast, this
exciting day begins with a drive to Mt. Scopus and the Mt. of Olives (Matthew 24:3) for
a panoramic view of the Old City of Jerusalem. We walk along Hosanna Road to the
Gethsemane. See the Pillar of Absalom, the Eastern (Golden) Gate and the Pinnacle of
the Temple. We then drive to Mt. Zion. Continue to tour New Jerusalem to visit the Israel
Museum: the Shrine of the Book that houses the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Model City
of Jerusalem which depicts in miniature the Holy City as it appeared in the first century.
We continue our tour to Bethlehem. Visit the Church of the Nativity, the birthplace of
Jesus, and Shepherds Fields (Luke 2:1 20) then the Field of Boaz and Ruth (Ruth 1:16 17 &
4:13). We return to Jerusalem passing Rachel’s Tomb (if viewable). Dinner and overnight
at our hotel.
Day 7: MASADA - DEAD SEA - QUMRAN - BETHANY. This morning, we drive via the
Judean Desert to the Dead Sea - the lowest point on earth. A beautiful new road takes
us south along the shores of the Dead Sea to Masada, a truly remarkable piece of
history. We ascend Masada by cable car to walk among the magnificent ruins of the
fortress where, from 70-73 A.D., the Jewish defenders made the last stand of the Judean
Revolt against Rome and where the remains of storehouses, cisterns and a sixth century
Byzantine church are still on view. Return along the Dead Sea to Qumran where the
Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. Visit the remains of the Community Center of the
Essenes and the Caves of the Scrolls. We continue on the Jericho Road viewing the Inn
of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37). On the return to Jerusalem we visit Bethany, the
home of Mary, Martha and Lazarus (John 11:1 46). Return to our hotel in Jerusalem for
dinner and overnight.
Day 8: JERUSALEM. Today begins with a walking tour of the Old City of Jerusalem.
Starting at the Western (Wailing) Wall where the faithful Jews cry their petitions to God,
we proceed to the Temple Area of Mt. Moriah. Visit the El Aksa Mosque and the Dome
of the Rock that was built on the ancient site of Solomon’s Temple (Genesis 22:9-14) and
over the Rock of Sacrifice where Abraham offered Isaac (Genesis 22) and the ceremonial
sacrifice of animals took place. After that, we walk along the Via Dolorosa to Pilate’s
Judgment Hall and the Ecce Homo Arch (John 19:13) where Jesus was tried before Pilate
(Mark 15:6). Then, we continue through the Old City bazaars to the Church of the Holy
Sepulcher. Visit the Garden Tomb and Golgotha - Place of the Skull - for a worship
service. This afternoon we have free time at leisure in the Old City. We return to our
hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 9: JERUSALEM - TEL AVIV - USA. Early morning transfer to Tel Aviv for our return
flight to Houston - the end of a most enjoyable journey.
All entrance fees are included.
Day 1: HOUSTON, USA - EUROPE. Day 1: HOUSTON, USA - EUROPE. Tour members
gather at the ticket counter at the airport two hours prior to their departure to Europe.
Dinner and breakfast are served in-flight.
Day 2: EUROPE - TEL AVIV. Upon our arrival at the Tel Aviv airport, we are met and
transferred to our hotel in Nethanya - situated on the shores of the Mediterranean Sea.
If time allows we will visit Ancient Joppa on the Sea where Jonah set sail, and where Peter
raised Dorcas from the dead. Joppa was also the home of Simon the Tanner. Dinner is
served at our hotel. Weather permitting; we suggest a walk on the beach.
Day 3: NETHANYA - GALILEE. After a good nights rest and a hearty breakfast, we begin
the thrilling journey following in the footsteps of Jesus. At Caesarea by the sea, we visit
the Crusader’s Castle, the Roman Amphitheater and water duct, and the port from which
the Apostle Paul sailed to Rome. Driving through the Jezreel Valley we visit Megiddo and
continue to the fields of Armageddon (Revelation 16:16) and continue northward along
the Mediterranean Sea to Haifa and Mt. Carmel - the biblical site of Elijah’s contest with
the prophets of Baal (I Kings 18). We then travel eastward across Galilee where we view
Mt. Tabor (Psalm 89:12) and Deboriya - the hometown of the prophetess Deborah - at
the foothill of Mt. Tabor (Judges 4 and 5). Dinner and overnight at our hotel on the
shores of the beautiful Sea of Galilee.
Day 4: TIBERIAS - CAPERNAUM - CAESAREA PHILIPPI - MT. HERMON - GOLAN HEIGHTS.
This will be an exciting day in the Galilee area after a delicious breakfast. We depart
from the Roman hot springs resort city of Tiberias via a boat ride across the Sea of
Galilee to Capernaum (John 6:24) to visit the ancient ruins of the first century synagogue
where Jesus preached (Matthew 4:13-17). Then on to the Mt. of Beatitudes where Jesus
preached the “Sermon on the Mount” (Matthew 5-7). We then proceed to upper Galilee
and the site of Peter’s confession (Matthew 16:16) at Caesarea Philippi and to Mt. Hermon
(Psalm 89:12), the probable site of the Transfiguration (Matthew 17:1-8) and the present
day Golan Heights where Israel, Lebanon and Syria come together. We then visit the 1st
century synagogue at Magdala. Return to our hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 5: NAZARETH - JERICHO - JERUSALEM. Early morning departure to visit Mt. Arbel
and the site of the ancient synagogue. Continue to Cana and then on to Nazareth, the
hometown of Jesus. Visit the Nazareth Village. We then continue on to visit Bethshean
and south through the Jordan Valley to ancient Jericho where the walls came tumbling
down and a commanding view of the Mt. of Temptation (Matthew 4:1-11) and Elisha’s
Fountain. Stop for an optional Baptism. Then up to Jerusalem through the Judean
wilderness. Dinner and overnight at our hotel in the Holy City of Jerusalem.
Day 6: JERUSALEM - BETHLEHEM. After a night of rest and a hearty breakfast, this
exciting day begins with a drive to Mt. Scopus and the Mt. of Olives (Matthew 24:3) for
a panoramic view of the Old City of Jerusalem. We walk along Hosanna Road to the
Gethsemane. See the Pillar of Absalom, the Eastern (Golden) Gate and the Pinnacle of
the Temple. We then drive to Mt. Zion. Continue to tour New Jerusalem to visit the Israel
Museum: the Shrine of the Book that houses the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Model City
of Jerusalem which depicts in miniature the Holy City as it appeared in the first century.
We continue our tour to Bethlehem. Visit the Church of the Nativity, the birthplace of
Jesus, and Shepherds Fields (Luke 2:1 20) then the Field of Boaz and Ruth (Ruth 1:16 17 &
4:13). We return to Jerusalem passing Rachel’s Tomb (if viewable). Dinner and overnight
at our hotel.
Day 7: MASADA - DEAD SEA - QUMRAN - BETHANY. This morning, we drive via the
Judean Desert to the Dead Sea - the lowest point on earth. A beautiful new road takes
us south along the shores of the Dead Sea to Masada, a truly remarkable piece of
history. We ascend Masada by cable car to walk among the magnificent ruins of the
fortress where, from 70-73 A.D., the Jewish defenders made the last stand of the Judean
Revolt against Rome and where the remains of storehouses, cisterns and a sixth century
Byzantine church are still on view. Return along the Dead Sea to Qumran where the
Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. Visit the remains of the Community Center of the
Essenes and the Caves of the Scrolls. We continue on the Jericho Road viewing the Inn
of the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37). On the return to Jerusalem we visit Bethany, the
home of Mary, Martha and Lazarus (John 11:1 46). Return to our hotel in Jerusalem for
dinner and overnight.
Day 8: JERUSALEM. Today begins with a walking tour of the Old City of Jerusalem.
Starting at the Western (Wailing) Wall where the faithful Jews cry their petitions to God,
we proceed to the Temple Area of Mt. Moriah. Visit the El Aksa Mosque and the Dome
of the Rock that was built on the ancient site of Solomon’s Temple (Genesis 22:9-14) and
over the Rock of Sacrifice where Abraham offered Isaac (Genesis 22) and the ceremonial
sacrifice of animals took place. After that, we walk along the Via Dolorosa to Pilate’s
Judgment Hall and the Ecce Homo Arch (John 19:13) where Jesus was tried before Pilate
(Mark 15:6). Then, we continue through the Old City bazaars to the Church of the Holy
Sepulcher. Visit the Garden Tomb and Golgotha - Place of the Skull - for a worship
service. This afternoon we have free time at leisure in the Old City. We return to our
hotel for dinner and overnight.
Day 9: JERUSALEM - TEL AVIV - USA. Early morning transfer to Tel Aviv for our return
flight to Houston - the end of a most enjoyable journey.
Jappa
Jappa is the city Jonah left as he fled God's will.
Peter was in Jappa for the vision of the sheet, Acts 10.
Beit Shean
Our seminarians know this site as one of the major archaeological sites in Israel. I will be lecturing as we walk, if you want to learn, this is the educational tour for you!
(The entrance fee is included) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beit_She'an
Underground in Old Jerusalem
If you would like to walk where Jesus Christ walked in Old Jerusalem, you must go underground.
We can enter by at least three different points, plus the Burnt House etc. are underground.
This is an Israeli tour of a lifetime!
The Israel Museum, Jerusalem
Definitely on our itinerary!
One Historic Church - Church of the Holy Sepulcher
Experience the Culture of Old Jerusalem
You can spend time at the Western Wall.
Note:
Since Apostolic Theological Seminary, Inc. is hosting this tour to Israel, you could possibly use the cost as an educational tax write-off - College credit will be given. ? Ask your tax adviser. - Dr. Klein
Issues - Responsibility
Responsibility
The Kleins are to be held free of responsibility for any injury, loss, damage, accident, delay, irregularity, or additional expense arising from changes in schedule, fire, weather, breakdowns, sickness, quarantines, acts of governments or other authorities, war(s), hostilities, civil disturbances, strikes, riots, pilferage, improper documentation, or for any personal error.
An hotel(s) could be substituted if an issue(s) arises.
A travel participant agrees that the exclusive issues of any suit or cause of action arising directly or indirectly from this agreement will be in Abbeville, Louisiana.
The Kleins are not travel agents or tour guides; they are Bible Professors. They are gathering Brothers and Sisters of like faith to explore Israel from a spiritual (Christian), academic, and adventurous point of view.
Apostolic Theological Seminary, Inc. provides 4 credit hours to each participant.
I have read and understand these terms and conditions.
Signature ___________________________________________ Date ___________________
The Kleins are to be held free of responsibility for any injury, loss, damage, accident, delay, irregularity, or additional expense arising from changes in schedule, fire, weather, breakdowns, sickness, quarantines, acts of governments or other authorities, war(s), hostilities, civil disturbances, strikes, riots, pilferage, improper documentation, or for any personal error.
An hotel(s) could be substituted if an issue(s) arises.
A travel participant agrees that the exclusive issues of any suit or cause of action arising directly or indirectly from this agreement will be in Abbeville, Louisiana.
The Kleins are not travel agents or tour guides; they are Bible Professors. They are gathering Brothers and Sisters of like faith to explore Israel from a spiritual (Christian), academic, and adventurous point of view.
Apostolic Theological Seminary, Inc. provides 4 credit hours to each participant.
I have read and understand these terms and conditions.
Signature ___________________________________________ Date ___________________
Dr. Bruce and Professor Dana Klein - They are both Jewish
Passover with the Kleins
