Catholic Trip Holy Land and Italy: 12-Day Itinerary

1. Day 1: Arrival in Tel Aviv, Israel
   From Ben Gurion Airport to the hotel

   Visit the Church of St. Peter in Jaffa.

2. Day 2: Caesarea, Haifa, and Nazareth
   2 hours (57 miles) from Tel Aviv

   Explore the ancient ruins at Caesarea National Park, visit the Basilica of the Annunciation in Nazareth and the Muhraqa Monastery in Haifa.

3. Day 3: Sea of Galilee and Jordan River
   1 hour (31 miles) from Nazareth

   Visit the Mount of Beatitudes, Church of Multiplication of the Loaves and Fishes and the Baptismal Site of Yardenit.

4. Day 4: Jerusalem Holy Sites
   2 hours (69 miles) from Sea of Galilee

   Visit the Western Wall, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and Temple Mount and Dome of the Rock.

5. Day 5: Bethlehem and Jericho
   1 hour (6 miles) from Jerusalem

   Visit the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem and explore the ruins in Tel Jericho.

6. Day 6: Flight to Rome, Italy
   From Ben Gurion Airport to Rome Fiumicino Airport

   Explore the stunning Vatican Museums, admire the artistry of Sistine Chapel, and marvel at the St. Peter's Basilica.

7. Day 7: Rome Holy Sites
   10-minute walk from Vatican City

   Visit the famous, iconic attraction,Colosseum and Pantheon and Trevi Fountain.

8. Day 8: Assisi's Pilgrimage Sites
   1.5 hours (100 miles) from Rome

   Explore the Basilica of San Francesco d'Assisi, Porziuncola and the Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli.

9. Day 9: Florence Highlights and Catholic Sites
   1 hour 40 minutes (160 miles) from Assisi

   Visit the famous Duomo and Uffizi Gallery, along with the Basilica di Santa Croce, and The Medici Chapel.

10. Day 10: Siena's Medieval Marvels
    1 hour 10 minutes (44 miles) from Florence

    Explore the medieval fortress park of Foixi, visit the magnificent Cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta and Piazza del Campo.

11. Day 11: Vatican Museums and Gardens
    10-minute walk from Vatican City

    Take a guided tour of the Vatican Gardens and explore the ancient St. Peter Necropolis and The Vatican Observatory.

12. Day 12: Departure from Rome, Italy
    From the hotel to Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport

    End your trip feeling renewed and inspired.

Time and Costs Estimates

• Muhraqa Monastery (1 hour, Free)
• Western Wall (1 hour, Free)
• Tel Jericho (2 hours, Free)
• Uffizi Gallery (2-4 hours, €20-€40)
• The Vatican Gardens (2-3 hours, €16-€24)
• Basilica di Santa Croce (1 hour, €20)

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider exploring more of Florence's artistic gems, such as Piazza della Signoria and The Baptistery of San Giovanni. For those with less time, it's best to prioritize your destinations by visiting the Vatican, Saint Peter's Basilica, and the Colosseum in Rome as all three attractions are situated close to each other!