Messianic Journey Through Israel September 7 - 18, 2025
Price:
$4795 Land Only Package
$5995 Land and Air Package ***
***Due to rising airfare costs, the Land and Air Package rate is only guaranteed for those who complete registration and submit deposit payment by May 5. After that date, there may be an additional cost for airfare.
Date:
September 7 - 18, 2025
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Join Dr. Michael Rydelnik for this amazing tour of Israel! Immerse yourself in the sights, culture, and breathtaking landscapes of the Holy Land!
Together, explore the Land from Dan to Beersheva with an emphasis on discovering our Biblical heritage on location. You will see the Scripture come alive from Genesis and the Prophets, to the Gospels, Acts and Revelation. Your time in the Land will enrich your walk with the Lord Jesus, and transform your Bible maps from lines on a page to experiential geography as you encounter the Messiah Jesus in His Land.
Seize this unique moment to expand your Bible knowledge and deepen your faith on location. You'll hike Tel Dan the source of the Jordan, “sail” on the waters of the Sea of Galilee, walk atop Mount Megiddo (Armageddon), hike to the waterfalls at Ein Gedi where David hid from Saul, enjoy spa time at the Dead Sea, splash through Hezekiah’s tunnel, learn the Scriptures in Jesus' synagogue of Capernaum, pray at the Western Wall, and most importantly celebrate the Resurrection of the Messiah Jesus in Jerusalem.
Join Dr. Rydelnik on this journey to where the key events of the Bible actually occurred. Come to understand the Lord’s work in the land of Israel and the challenges faced by Israelis among her neighbors. Explore your spiritual heritage and deepen your walk with the Lord as you pray, sing, worship, study, laugh and learn in “His Holy Land” (Psalm 78:54).
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Click below for a printable copy of our proposed itinerary. The itinerary may be adjusted to include sites which will provide you with a further understanding of the current situation in Israel. Rest assured — we will NOT travel to Gaza, nor will we visit any sites which would be considered unsafe.
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Trip Cost:
$4795 - Land Only Package - Airfare Not Included
$5995 – Land and Air Package – Roundtrip Airfare from Chicago***
***Due to rising airfare costs, the Land and Air Package rate is only guaranteed for those who complete registration and submit deposit payment by May 5. After that date, there may be an additional cost for airfare.Dates: September 7 - 18, 2025
Deposit due at registration = $995.00 (includes $250 non-refundable registration fee)
2nd Payment Due May 15, 2025 = $2500.00
Final Payment July 1, 2025 = Remaining Balance (based on package option and adjusted for solo room option, if selected)
Your payment includes a $250 non-refundable registration fee. This non-refundable fee applies whether you choose to cancel your registration, or if Messianic Journeys is required to cancel the tour for any reason.
Cost is all inclusive: Lodging in deluxe Israeli Hotels (double occupancy). Meals included are breakfast and dinner (some lunches included). Touring with a licensed Israeli Tour Guide and Israeli Bus Driver in an air conditioned motor coach. Individual headsets are provided which allow you to clearly hear the Bible Teacher and Guide from a comfortable distance. The daily itinerary is an overview of planned events and sites, and is subject to adjustment as necessary at the time of the tour. All taxes, fees and tips are included in the cost of the tour. Land and Air Package*** includes roundtrip flights from Chicago O'Hare to Tel Aviv.
***Due to rising airfare costs, the Land and Air Package rate is only guaranteed for those who complete registration and submit deposit payment by May 5. After that date, there may be an additional cost for airfare.Single Room: Single Room Supplement $1700 (if you do not want a roommate, chose a single room). Single rooms are limited.
Flights: Land and Air Package*** includes roundtrip flights from Chicago O'Hare to Tel Aviv.
***Due to rising airfare costs, the Land and Air Package rate is only guaranteed for those who complete registration and submit deposit payment by May 5. After that date, there may be an additional cost for airfare.Land Only Package: If you choose the Land Only Package, you are responsible for making your own flight arrangements. We suggest that you call My Travel Agent and speak with our friend Chaim Limor or his staff at 630-961-3606. Just mention that you are traveling with Messianic Journeys and talk with the staff about your plans. They can assist you with making your flight arrangements. Please contact us for group flight details before making your flight arrangements, so that you can plan to arrive/depart as close as possible to the same times as the group; otherwise you may be responsible for your own transportation to meet up with the group upon arrival, and to return to the airport for departure.
Registration & Payment is easy: Register on-line and pay with a credit card or electronic check through our secure web site.
Physical Requirements: Read and consider carefully the Physical Requirements and Responsibilities under Terms and Conditions concerning seeing Israel with Messianic Journeys.
Travel/Trip Insurance: Once you register for a trip, Messianic Journeys strongly recommends you purchase Trip Insurance. Messianic Journeys does not provide Trip Insurance.
For more information about why we recommend Travel/Trip Insurance see the FAQ about Trip Insurance
Questions: See the FAQs page for answers to many general questions you may have about coming to Israel with Messianic Journeys.
If you have specific questions, contact our office. We look forward to hearing from you —
773-338-9100
PO Box 59122
Chicago, IL 60659 -
Trip Cost:
$4795 - Land Only Package - Airfare Not Included
$5995 – Land and Air Package – Roundtrip Airfare from Chicago O’Hare Included***
***Due to rising airfare costs, the Land and Air Package rate is only guaranteed for those who complete registration and submit deposit payment by May 5. After that date, there may be an additional cost for airfare.Price Includes:
LAND and AIR PACKAGE – Roundtrip airfare from Chicago O'Hare to Tel Aviv Israel***
***Due to rising airfare costs, the Land and Air Package rate is only guaranteed for those who complete registration and submit deposit payment by May 5. After that date, there may be an additional cost for airfare.LODGING – Deluxe Israeli hotels (double occupancy = 2 people per room)
SINGLE ROOM – If do not want a roommate, the additional cost of a single room is $1700. If you want a roommate, but do not have a roommate, we will try to place you with another single traveler of the same gender. However, if no one is available to room with you, you will be charged for a single room. If you are traveling with (or have been assigned) a roommate who cancels, you will be responsible for a single room if no one else is available to be your roommate.
MEALS – breakfast and dinner daily with coffee and tea.
TOURING – per itinerary, (subject to adjustment) with licensed Israeli Tour Guide in private air-conditioned tour bus with Israeli driver.
ALL TIPS and FEES (for tour guide, driver, porters, dining & hotel staff), taxes, entrance fees, transportation costs.
Price Does Not Include
Lunches, beverages (other than coffee and tea), personal expenses (snacks, phone, laundry, internet), travel/trip insurance.
LAND ONLY PACKAGE - Airfare Not Included
Refunds/Cancellations
All cancellation notices must be received in writing (e-mail) to the Messianic Journeys office. Refunds for cancellation are based on the time of the cancellation. Failure to submit payments within the required payment schedule (and grace period) may result in trip cancellation by Messianic Journeys.
Before May 15, 2025 Cancellation: Trip Payment is refundable less $500.00 cancellation fee.
May 15 - August 1, 2025 Cancellation: Trip Payment is refundable less $1500.00 cancellation fee.
After August 1, 2025 Cancellation: Sorry no refund.Your payment includes a $250 non-refundable registration fee. This non-refundable fee applies whether you choose to cancel your registration, or if Messianic Journeys is required to cancel the tour for any reason.
If you selected the Land and Air Package, the cost of your airfare is included in your tour price. Individual seats will be ticketed to travelers around August 1, 2025, at which point they become non-refundable. If after that time, Messianic Journeys, for any reason, deems it necessary to cancel the tour, the cost of your ticketed flight is also non-refundable. However, if Messianic Journeys should receive a refund from the airline, we will pass it along to you.
Prices are based on existing U.S. dollar exchange rate, current costs, fuel charges, and tariff rates, and are subject to change (beyond our control) based on the dollar and international market. Should prices change, you will be notified immediately, and you will be responsible to pay any additional costs.
Payments should be made on the payment schedule for this tour. Failure to make payments on the payment schedule, may result in your loss of place on the tour with cancellation fees. You can pay by credit card, debit card, or electronic check.
If you want to mail a check, please call the Messianic Journeys office 773-338-9100 for instructions. (Check payments are welcome, but do NOT send check payment without talking to our office for instructions regarding this process and mailing address for check payment.)
Deviations and Changes
Requests for deviation from the itinerary are subject to a $500.00 deviation fee, plus any applicable airfare or ground transportation surcharges. Itinerary changes cannot be accepted after July 1, 2025.
Passport
You are responsible for the accuracy of your Passport information.
Be sure to enter your Passport name EXACTLY (first, middle, last) as it appears on your Passport. Your tickets will be purchased using the Passport Name you supply. If your name is not exactly the same on your ticket and your Passport, your ticket for this tour will be invalid and you may have a substantial cost to re-ticket in the correct name.
You must have a valid passport with an expiration date 6 months after the date of our return to the U.S. If you need a new or renewed passport, it takes several weeks to secure one, so don’t delay applying/updating. Non-U.S. Passport holders, please contact Messianic Journeys.
Inoculations & Visas
At this time, no inoculations or visas (for U.S. Citizens) are required for Israel.
Luggage
One piece of checked luggage, maximum 50 pounds. Plus, one small personal bag (small enough to comfortably fit on your lap on the tour bus, e.g. a back-pack). Luggage is limited due to the tour bus luggage bay capacity.
Trip/Travel Insurance:
Messianic Journeys STRONGLY recommends Trip Insurance. Messianic Journeys urges you to procure Trip Insurance immediately after registering for a tour. This type of insurance will cover the cost of your trip should you need to cancel because of an emergency prior to departure, or return mid-trip to the States because of an emergency, illness or injury.
Messianic Journeys does not provide Trip Insurance. Please secure the insurance plan of your choice immediately upon registering for your trip and carry the information with you as you travel.
Liability
Messianic Journeys acts only as agent for the various companies whose accommodations and conveyances are utilized for the tour. It assumes no responsibility or liability in connection with the services of any train, carriage, automobile, airplane, camel or other conveyance which will be used either wholly or in part. Neither will Messianic Journeys be responsible for any error, omission, act or any injury, loss, accident or any delay which may be occasioned by reason of defect in any vehicle through neglect or default of any company or person engaged in the conveying of passengers or their luggage. The tour operators accept no responsibility for losses or additional expenses due to delays or changes in motor coach, train, airplane services, or that of any other conveyance, sickness, accident, weather, strikes, war, violence, quarantine, or other causes, and all such losses or expenses must be borne by the individual.
Flight times are subject to change by the airline without advance notice. Messianic Journeys is not responsible for airline flight cancellations, schedule changes and delays, and cannot reimburse passengers for expenses resulting from such delays or cancellations. (This includes group flights arranged by Messianic Journeys or connecting flights made by individuals to meet group flights.) Messianic Journeys strongly recommends the purchase of travel insurance to cover any losses that may be incurred. In the highly unlikely event the airline(s) changes flight schedules, Messianic Journeys reserves the right to lengthen or shorten the itinerary as necessary. A corresponding cost increase may occur if additional nights/meals are necessary.
Physical Requirements & Responsibility
Seeing Israel with Messianic Journeys is not a looking-out-the-bus-window-experience. Our tours are a feet-on-the-ground adventure that requires travelers to be in generally good health, and are responsible to have independent mobility and strength.
There is a significant amount of walking over uneven archaeological terrain and nature pathways as well as up hills and ancient stairs. To participate in this tour successfully, you should be able to climb two flights of stairs without assistance and walk at a modest pace for a mile, as well as be able to stand in possibly hot weather.
Individuals registering for this journey accept the responsibility for being in good health and able to walk without assistance. If you require a cane, crutches, wheelchair or personal assistance to walk, sorry but this is not the trip for you. You must be physically able to independently walk and travel with the tour group. If you have questions about this, please contact us.
Messianic Journeys Biblical and Educational Ministries & our Israeli Tour Host, Sar-El Tours and Conferences, reserves the right to limit participation in this tour at their discretion and for any reason.
Your payment for this tour signifies full understanding and acceptance of all the above mentioned conditions and terms.
Questions? Contact:
773-338-9100
PO Box 59122
Chicago, IL 60659
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HOSTED BY
DR. MICHAEL RYDELNIK
Dr. Michael Rydelnik is Vice President/Academic Dean and Professor of Jewish Studies and Bible at Moody Bible Institute. He is also the Host/Bible Teacher on Open Line with Dr. Michael Rydelnik, answering listener Bible questions on over 225 stations nationwide across Moody Radio. The son of Holocaust survivors, he was raised in an observant Jewish home in Brooklyn, New York. As a high school student, Michael became a follower of Jesus the Messiah and began teaching the Bible almost immediately.
Besides his work on The Moody Bible Commentary and The Moody Handbook of Messianic Prophecy as co-editor and contributor, Michael is also the author of 50 Most Important Bible Questions and The Messianic Hope: Is the Hebrew Bible Really Messianic? In addition to leading Bible lands tours and his wide speaking ministry, Michael has also contributed to multiple study Bibles, books, and theological journals. Michael and his wife Eva live in Chicago, love hiking with their collie and boxer, and have two terrific adult sons, a delightful daughter-in-law and the cutest two grandchildren in the world.
