1. Israel 2010

2. A Celebration of Culture, an Adventure Through History,
A Pilgrimage of Faith
Msgr. Edward Pace High School
SHALOM!
Dear friends,
Great news! Msgr. Edward Pace High School is again offering you the
opportunity to visit Israel this coming June 12-23, 2010!
Israel is an extraordinarily beautiful place. Its vast historical,
cultural and religious landmarks and treasures testify to its singular
power to capture the hearts and imagination of those who visit, and
shape them forever. For those vacationing, they will find that within
close proximity they can experience a wide diversity of geographical
beauty, from ski resorts on snow–peaked mountains, to fresh and salt
water lakes, miles of the beautiful Mediterranean beach coast, deserts
and fertile valleys, as well as some of the most happening cities in
the world, home to exciting day and night lives. There is so much to
see and do in Israel that visitors often feel very happily surprised
and overwhelmed.
Yet, above all, Israel is the land of faith. It is the Holy Land. This
is its unique claim that distinguishes it from all other places in the
world. This alone sets it apart. Our visit will allow us to
experience it all; but above all, it will be a spiritual journey where
we can literally walk in the footsteps of Jesus, and immerse ourselves
in the sites and sounds, tastes and smells, history and culture, and a
diversity of local people that make the Bible come alive.

3. Every visit to Israel is unique. It is a rich encounter of faith,
culture and history. So…Why is our visit especially unique?
Why is our visit especially unique?
1. Gospa Tours, already has worked to produce for Msgr. Pace two
extraordinary visits to the Holy Land, in 1998 (Israel & Italy)
and in 2008 (Israel & Spain). Gospa Tours & Pilgrims provides
for us, who we consider to be, a truly amazing and cool Israeli
tour guide: Rivka (Rebekkah) Poal. Trust us, she is the very
best!
2. We offer a 12-day event, (the first and last days are travel
days). Most groups spend 7-8 days as visit days in Israel; we
will enjoy 10 full visit days in Israel. This will allow for
more time in especial places such as Bethlehem (most groups visit
for just two hours; we will spend the better part of a day),
Jerusalem, Nazareth (most groups visit for two hours; we will
live as Jesus' neighbors for four days), and two days visiting
places around the whole Sea of Galilee (most dedicate one day
around a small part of the lake). The ten days also allow us the
opportunity to explore places not offered on typical itineraries,
and for return visits to the most important sites.
3. We will visit sites not on usual tours, such as: the Tower of
David, the City of David, Nazareth Village, Temple Mount
Archaeological Park, Western Wall Tunnels, and towns around the
entire (not just a small part) of the lake of Galilee. (See some
of the links below.)
4. We will visit a variety of places: religious sites, but also
places of cultural, historical, and of academic interest; it is a
life-defining pilgrimage faith and an unforgettable learning
adventure all-in-one.
5. Finally, we will form a diverse group of participants: Msgr. Pace
students & their families, faculty & staff, as well as students
from Saint Thomas University: diverse ages, ethnicities, and
academic backgrounds. We will share an experience that will bind
us for years to come.
I know that the more you learn about our superb itinerary (see below
for the Day-by-Day description and its summary outline) and about
Israel (see the links below), the more you will be convinced that all
of your efforts to join us will be greatly worth it.
In addition to this remarkable visit to Israel, I invite you to join
me on a visit of some of the most amazing places in SPAIN: Madrid,
Toledo, Cordova, and Granada!!! This involves the visit of two cities
in the center and two in the south of this unforgettable country at
the heart of Europe. With her rich culture Spain is a continual
celebration of life! I know you will love what we are offering.
Since we are limiting the number of participants to 35, I encourage
you to contact our tour agent Liliana Martinez at Gospa Tours &

4. Pilgrims as soon as possible in order begin the registration process
that will ensure your participation in this extraordinary trip. I
also encourage you to complete the registration form (see other
attachment), and send it along with your deposit to Gospa Tours &
Pilgrims.
Kol tuv! (All the best!)
George Rodriguez
Theology Department Chair
Msgr. Edward Pace High School
(305) 624-8534 (ext. 206)
grodriguez@pacehs.com
Liliana Martinez
Gospa Tours & Pilgrims
4500 SW 136th Place
Miami, Florida 33175
(305) 551-6553
gospapil@hotmail.com
OUR PRICE OF $2,885 INCLUDES:
• 12-days (two travel days, and ten full days in Israel)
• Airfare
• Hotel accommodations and hotel taxes
• Local transportation
• Licensed tour guides
• Entrance fees
• Daily breakfast and dinner
• Luggage service (one per person)
NOT INCLUDED IN THIS PRICE ARE:
• Airport taxes (varies); present taxes are $425 per person
• Gratuities (which are $8.00 per day, per person)
OUR SPAIN EXTENSION (June 23-29) PRICE OF $1,200 INCLUDES:
• Airfare and daily hotel accommodations
• Transportation to all of the major cities included
• Daily breakfast
• Licensed local tour guides
In terms of (1) the uniqueness of this trip, (2) the number of
days and (3) what it includes, I know you will agree
(especially if you compare with other trips) that this is,
'hands down', the very best offer around. I am certain that
this 'investment' will bear much fruit throughout your life.

5. You'll love Israel, the Holy Land,
from the first "Shalom!"
Day by Day Itinerary
June 12 (Saturday) Departure from Miami to Tel-Aviv

6. June 13 (Sunday)
Jerusalem
We arrive today at Tel Aviv's
Ben Gurion Airport.
Immediately we will visit Jaffo,
Mediterranean port town of
artists, the biblical town of
Jonah, and the port from which
the Apostle Peter embarked to
Rome. We then ascend to
Jerusalem, city holy to Jews,
Christians, and Muslims. After
unpacking and dinner at our
hotel, situated near the Old
City, we will visit the
Tower/Citadel of David
Museum and Archaeological
Gardens where we will enjoy a variety of exhibitions, an unforgettable 360 degree panoramic
view of the Old City from atop its towers, and a superb light and sound show that will be a
magnificent introduction to this most amazing city. Afterwards we can explore the
surrounding sites and shops. Welcome to Jerusalem!
June 14 (Monday)
Jerusalem
In the morning we visit the Judean town of Ein Karem, birthplace of John the Baptist and site of
Mary's Visitation of Elizabeth. Later in the morning we will arrive at Bethlehem, king David's
hometown and of Jesus' birth. We will visit the ancient Basilica of Nativity where it is always
Christmas, followed by a picturesque visit and lunch in this especial town. Afterwards we will
visit Beit Sahour (the Shepherds' Field Grotto) and the Grotto of the Virgin (within the
neighborhoods of Bethlehem). Upon our return to Jerusalem we can enjoy an optional visit of
the Old City marketplace beginning at the famed Damascus Gate.
June 15 (Tuesday)
Jerusalem
This morning we begin with the breathtaking view of Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives. On
the Mount we will visit the chapel of the Ascension of the Lord and walk down the slope as
Jesus did to the caves of the Pater Noster, where very early tradition associates with Jesus'
teaching ministry in Jerusalem, and then to the Dominus Flevit ("The Lord Wept") chapel.
Continuing to the base of the mount we will visit the Garden of Gethsemane and Grotto of the
Betrayal (historical site of Jesus' arrest) and the tomb of the Virgin Mary. In the afternoon we
will visit the Western Wall, holiest site in Judaism, and then proceed to visit the impressive
Western Wall Tunnels and the Jerusalem Archaeological Park that features excavations
surrounding the Temple area from the time of Jesus. Later, you can join an optional visit to Ben
Yehudah street mall, and/or to the new the new the Alrov Marmilla (a tourists' mall & pavilion)
across from David's Tower.

7. June 16(Wednesday)
Jerusalem
This morning we will begin early with a visit of the magnificent
Dome of the Rock & El Aksa mosques (third holiest site in Islam),
and the Temple esplanade (together with the Western Wall, the
holiest place in Judaism). This is the location of Solomon's ancient
Temple and of Herod's Temple that Jesus knew. We then
commence our visit of the Old City of Jerusalem beginning in the
church of St. Anne (traditional place of the birth of Mary) and ruins of the Pool of Bethesda, site
of one of Jesus' miracles. We conclude our morning retracing the footsteps of Jesus as he carried
his cross by walking the Via Dolorosa, beginning at the church of the Flagellation and
concluding at the holiest site in Christianity, the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre. This is the
pinnacle of our pilgrimage; the basilica encompasses Golgotha and the Tomb of Jesus Christ. In
the afternoon we will visit the Christian Mount Zion, place of the Cenacle (room of the Last
Supper and of Pentecost). There we will also visit the Church of the Dormition of the Virgin,
the traditional site of the dormition of Mary. We conclude with a visit to St. Peter in Gallicantu,
site of the house of Caiaphas, of Jesus' first trial and of Peter's denial. In the late afternoon we
can enjoy an optional visit of the Old City marketplace and/or revisit the Church of the Holy
Sepulchre as an opportunity for personal prayer and reflection.
June 17 (Thursday)
Jerusalem
This morning we
begin at Bethany,
home of Jesus' friends
Lazarus, Mary and
Martha, the tomb of
Lazarus; and
Bethpage, the town
where Jesus began his
Palm Sunday journey
to Jerusalem. Later in
the morning we will
visit the oldest part of
biblical Jerusalem, the
City of David
Archaeological Park to
visit the palace of
David and Solomon,
walk the streets of the biblical prophets, take an adventurous journey through Hezekiah's
Tunnel, and conclude at the recently discovered Pool of Siloam, site of Jesus' healing of the man
born blind. In the afternoon we will visit the Israel Museum, a model of ancient Jerusalem, and
the Shrine of the Book, repository of the Dead Sea Scrolls, the oldest biblical manuscripts ever
found. After passing by the Knesset, modern Israel's Parliament, we will visit Jerusalem's
Holocaust Memorial, Yad Vashem. In the evening we will have option of returning to the Holy
Sepulchre for its evening services.

8. June 18 (Friday)
Jerusalem/Nazareth
This morning we depart
from Jerusalem toward
Jesus' hometown of
Nazareth, where we will
live as his neighbors
among his neighbors. On
our way we will visit
Saint George's Monastery,
one of the oldest Christian
monasteries nestled
among impressive cliffs.
Afterwards we proceed to
Jericho, oldest city in the
world, site of Joshua's
conquest, and town where
Zacchaeus was called by
Jesus. In the early
afternoon we will visit the ruins of Essene Qumran and enjoy a swim at the Dead Sea, the
lowest geological location on the earth's surface. Upon our arrival at Nazareth we will enjoy a
stunning view of the valley of Jezreel from our hotel.
June 19 (Saturday)
Nazareth
In the morning we begin with a visit of the magnificent Basilica of the Annunciation that
contains the house of the Annunciation of Gabriel to Mary, the ruins of biblical Nazareth, and
house of the Holy Family. Afterwards we will visit the Well of the Virgin, and a synagogue
commemorating where Jesus taught. In the afternoon we will visit Cana of Galilee, site of Jesus'
first miracle of turning water into wine at a wedding. From there we will proceed to Nain, site
of Jesus' raising of the widow's son, and then to Mount Tabor, mount of Jesus' Transfiguration.
We conclude our day with an optional tour to the beautiful Gan Ha-Shlosha (Sachne) natural
pools/ Mount Gilboah or to the ruins of Sepphoris/Tzippori, the recently excavated capital of
first century Galilee. We can later return for an evening visit of Nazareth's marketplace or
revisit the Basilica of the Annunciation for personal reflection. Nazareth is the town where
Jesus lived and grew in the home of Joseph and Mary and his relatives. His memory is fresh
and his presence palpable in this holy place.
June 20 (Sunday)
Nazareth
In the morning we arrive at beautiful Tiberias situated by the Sea/Lake of Galilee, the lake
associated with much of Jesus' early ministry. We begin with an unforgettable boat ride across
the Sea of Galilee to Capernaum, "Town of Jesus," which includes the ruins of the synagogue
where he taught and the house of the family of Saint Peter where Jesus came to live.
Afterwards we ascend to the Mount of the Beatitudes, place of Jesus' "Sermon on the Mount."
Later we will visit the site (ancient port) of the Primacy of Peter, the Bay of Parables from where
Jesus taught the multitudes atop Peter's fishing boat. From there we will visit the Eremos cave,

9. another site associated with Jesus' teachings by the
lake, and then to Tabgha, place of the Multiplication
of the Loaves and the Fish. We conclude our day
with a visit to the Jordan River, site of Jesus' baptism
for a renewal of our baptismal vows. We return to
Tiberias to enjoy an evening visit of this exciting city
by the Sea of Galilee.
June 21 (Monday)
Nazareth
Because the Sea/Lake of Galilee is so central in the
ministry of Jesus, today we will return to it. We will
visit recently excavated Bethsaida, birth town of
Peter and Andrew, Tel Hadar/Dodecathronon, place
"across the sea" where the second multiplication of
the loaves and fishes occurred, Kursi (ancient
Gergesa and Hippos/Susita) where Jesus liberated the oppressed man who lived among tombs.
Later we visit kibbutz Nof Ginnozar for lunch and to see the so-called "Jesus Boat," discovered
in the 1980's. We conclude our day of retracing Jesus' paths by the Sea of Galilee with a visit to
Magdala, hometown of Mary Magdalene and with a breathtaking view of Lake Galilee from
atop the impressive Mount Arbel. Upon our arrival at Nazareth we will visit "Nazareth
Village," a living re-creation of ancient Nazareth, constructed atop of ruins of ancient Nazareth,
which allows us to enter daily life as it was at the time of Jesus.
June 22 (Tuesday)
Nazareth/Tel Aviv
We depart from Nazareth and come to the beautiful Mediterranean coastal city of Haifa, Israel's
main port and site of Mount Carmel, the cave of the prophet Elijah, and the Stella Maris (Star of
the Sea) Church and Convent, holy to the Catholic veneration of Our Lady of Mount Carmel.
Time permitting we will visit the magnificent gardens of the Baha'i temple. Afterwards we will
visit Caesarea Maritima, the Herodian port-city, headquarters of the Roman procurator Pontius
Pilate and prison of Saint Paul. We arrive at Tel-Aviv in the mid-afternoon to enjoy a
wonderful afternoon at the Mediterranean beach and later take part in the nightlife of Israel's
city-that-never-sleeps.
June 23 (Wednesday)
Departure from Tel-Aviv to Miami/Spain

10. ISRAEL 2010
Itinerary Outline
June 12 (Saturday) Departure from Miami to Tel-Aviv

11. June 13 (Sunday) Arrival at Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport
Jerusalem Visit of Jaffo
We go up to the Holy City of Jerusalem
Tower of David Museum/Archaeological Gardens & Night Show
(Hotel near the Old City)
June 14 (Monday) Ein Karem (John the Baptist and Visitation sites)
Jerusalem Bethlehem (Basilica of Nativity, visit of the town)
Shepherds' Field
Grotto of the Virgin
Visit of the Old City marketplace beginning at the Damascus Gate
June 15 (Tuesday) Mount of Olives
Jerusalem Ascension of the Lord chapel
Pater Noster grotto
Walk down to Dominus Flevit chapel
Garden of Gethsemane/Grotto of the Betrayal (site of Jesus' arrest)
Tomb of the Virgin Mary
The Western Wall
Jerusalem Archaeological Park: excavations surrounding the
Temple area
The Western Wall Tunnels
Optional tour: Jerusalem by night/Ben Yehudah street mall/Arlov
Marmilla Tourist Pavilion
June 16(Wednesday) Dome of the Rock & El Aksa mosques/ Temple esplanade (7:00)
Jerusalem Visit of the Old City of Jerusalem
St. Anne's church & ruins of the Pool of Bethesda
Via Dolorosa, beginning at the church of the Flagellation
Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre (Golgotha & Tomb of Jesus Christ)
Mount Zion, Cenacle (room of the Last Supper)
Church of the Dormition of the Virgin
St. Peter in Gallicantu (site of the house of Caiaphas, Jesus' trial)
Optional: Visit of the Old City marketplace
June 17 (Thursday) Bethany & Bethpage
Jerusalem City of David Archaeological Park
Hezekiah's Tunnel
Pool of Siloam (recently excavated)
The Israel Museum – Museum of
the Dead Sea Scrolls
The Knesset (view)
Yad Vashem (The Holocaust Memorial)
Optional: return visit to the Holy
Sepulchre for evening services

12. June 18 (Friday) Departure from Jerusalem to Nazareth
Jerusalem/Nazareth (Jesus' hometown)
Jericho
Saint George's Monastery
Qumran ruins/ visit to the Dead Sea
Samaria (Shechem)
Arrival at Jesus' hometown
June 19 (Saturday) Basilica of the Annunciation
Nazareth Ruins of biblical Nazareth
Well of the Virgin; Synagogue
Cana of Galilee (site of Jesus' first miracle)
Nain
Mount Tabor (Transfiguration)
Optional tour to: Gan Ha-Shlosha (Sachne) Natural Pools at
Mount Gilboah or Sepphoris/Tzippori
Evening at Nazareth
June 20 (Sunday) Boat ride across the Sea of Galilee to Capernaum "Town of Jesus"
Nazareth (Synagogue & House of Saint Peter)
Mount of the Beatitudes
The site (ancient port) of the Primacy of Peter & Bay of Parables
Tabgha (Multiplication of the Loaves and the Fish) & Eremos cave
Jordan river (site of Jesus' baptism)
Evening visit of Tiberias by the Sea of Galilee
June 21 (Monday) Return to Yam Kinneret (Sea of Galilee)
Nazareth Bethsaida
Tel Hadar/Dodecathronon
Kursi
Kibbutz Nof Ginnozar
Magdala
Mount Arbel
Nazareth Village
June 22 (Tuesday) Haifa
Nazareth/ Mount Carmel (Stella Maris)/Cave of Elijah
Tel Aviv Caesarea Maritima
Tel-Aviv noon to night
June 23 (Wednesday) Departure from Tel-Aviv to Miami/Spain (for the Spain extension flyer,
see the companion attachment)
VISIT A FEW ISRAEL WEBSITES TO VIEW JUST SOME OF THE UNIQUE PLACES WE
WILL EXPLORE:

13. http://www.jerusalemshots.com/Jerusalem_en111-56.html
http://www.nazarethinfo.org/ (click 'English')
http://www.nazarethinfo.org/show_item.asp?levelId=63534&itemId=835&itemType=0
http://english.thekotel.org/cameras.asp
http://www.towerofdavid.org.il/english/panorama
http://198.62.75.5/opt/xampp/custodia/tsancta/00sanctENG.php
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sswr0aEdV-4
http://www.cityofdavid.org.il/index.html
http://www.nazarethvillage.com/
http://www.english.imjnet.org.il/HTMLs/Home.aspx
http://www.imj.org.il/panavision/model_pre_3eng.html
http://www.biblewalks.com/Index.html
SEE BELOW FOR MORE LINKS!!!

14. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=de7pCdWIgbQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0jE7ih3QAY4&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=On108AP8guM&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oudl6siS8Y0&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9TNTzkpfrs&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZCeAKNJCWA4&feature=related
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mgNUMcdGId0
http://www.youtube.com/watch?
v=8vwYkQPlLVs&feature=PlayList&p=6ECAF216B5904A86&playnext=1&playnext_from=PL&
index=2
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M3tl6WVcPZQ&feature=related
http://www.nazarethinfo.org/
http://www.nazarethinfo.org/show_item.asp?levelId=63534&itemId=835&itemType=0
http://www.highlight.co.il/pages/ChristianSitesJerusalem
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RaqfIWGVyY8&NR=1

15. Spain 2010: Madrid, Cordova,
Granada, Toledo
June 23 (Wednesday)Tel-Aviv to Madrid
Madrid Afternoon city tour of Madrid
Evening visit of Madrid
Plaza Mayor
June 24 (Thursday) Puerta del Sol and city centers
Madrid/Granada Palacio Real
City visit of monuments and parks
http://www.red2000.com/spain/madrid/sight.html
Evening travel to Granada (overnight)
June 25 (Friday) Granada in Sierra Nevada
Granada Tour of major historical and cultural sites
El Alhambra
http://www.red2000.com/spain/granada/sight.html
(overnight)
June 26 (Saturday) Cordova in Andalusia; historic center
Granada/Cordova/ The Great Mosque
Toledo The Alcazar of Kings and the Palace of Viana
http://www.red2000.com/spain/cordoba/sight.html
Evening travel to Toledo (overnight)
June 27 (Sunday) Toledo (morning)
Toledo/Madrid Madrid: FREE DAY with OPTIONAL TOURS
Museo del Prado
http://www.red2000.com/spain/madrid/sight.html
June 28 (Monday) Madrid: FREE DAY with OPTIONAL TOURS
Madrid
June 29 (Tuesday) Departure from Madrid to Miami
Madrid/Miami

16. http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html
U.S. State Department of Travel & Passport Information
http://www.goisrael.com/tourism_eng
Israel Ministry of Tourism
GOSPA TOURS & PILGRIMS
Liliana Martinez
(305) 551-6553
gospapil@hotmail.com
George Rodriguez
Theology Department Chair & Your Trip Coordinator
Msgr. Edward Pace High School
(305) 624-8534 (ext. 206)
grodriguez@pacehs.com