“What a trip! Leading up to visiting Israel we were excited with anticipation, but boy did it exceed anything we had imagined. Our tour guide CJ was outstanding. He broke down the Jewish culture, past and modern history, biblical connections/application, and geography of Israel at every site. It was just so awesome with how many sites and artifacts we were shown and how seamlessly our trip was organized. Throughout the week we were taken well care of. We stayed in very nice hotels, ate great food, and enjoyed a comfortable, air-conditioned bus driven by our expert driver, Happy. Happy made sure we stayed hydrated and took extra special care of us in keeping us safe. CJ and Happy complemented each other wonderfully. With packed days of touring, we enjoyed restful evenings. We also felt safe and secure throughout our travels, allowing us to delve fully into what we were learning and what God was teaching us about Himself.
Besides enjoying CJ and Happys sense of humor, we quickly experienced camaraderie between the rest of our group, which made little things like traveling, eating, and taking pictures fun. Thank you all for loving on us; we thank God for you and this short time we were able to connect. And most importantly we thank God as we recognize all the lessons we learned along the way. He definitely used this trip to reveal new things to us as we learned more about the Bible, God, and ourselves.
Thank you and many Blessings,
Jeanne Jackson
15-Day British Isles Cruise
Discover the fun and character of England, Scotland, Ireland, France, and Belgium on this 15-day Norwegian cruise!
What’s Included
- Gratuities
- Itinerary as per Description
- Premium Accommodations
Schedule
Day 1 Depart USA
Day 2 Arrive in London
Welcome to England! Arrive in London and check into your hotel.
Day 3 London
Embark on your adventure from the port in London on the Norwegian Cruise ship, Norwegian Dawn.
Day 4 Day at Sea
Spend the day relaxing at the Mandara Spa, revel at the talent and spectacle of original Norwegian production, Elements, or indulge in the variety of specialty dining onboard the Norwegian Dawn.
Day 5 Edinburgh
Take a stroll along the Royal Mile to the Palace of Holyroodhouse to see the abbey and Queen Mary’s chambers. Capture the town’s magnificent Georgian and Victorian architecture. Marvel at the Edinburgh Castle. Tour the St. Giles’ Cathedral where John Knox once preached. Indulge at one of Edinburgh’s seaside restaurants to enjoy fresh seafood and prime Angus beef.
Day 6 Kirkwall
This beautiful island holds many ancient treasures like the mysterious Standing Stones of Stenness and the 5,000-year-old village of Skara Brae, which was discovered with the furniture and indoor drains preserved. Visit the St. Magnus Cathedral, the nearby ruins of the Earl’s Palace, and Bishop’s Palace.
Day 7 Londonderry
Londonderry, also known as Derry, is Northern Ireland’s second-largest city. Derry is famous for being Ireland’s only remaining intact walled city in Europe. Walk alongside the historic walls and visit the local museums.
Day 8 Dublin
Discover the storied history of Ireland’s largest city, Dublin. Take a walk along Dun Laoghaire’s iconic East Pier, make your way up to the crest of Killiney Hill to experience the majestic views of the capital, or stroll through St. Stephen's Green.
Day 9 Belfast
Explore the vibrant city of Belfast, where the best of rural landscapes are combined with the best of the urban and historical district.
Day 10 Cork
Experience Ireland's third-largest city. The walking city built on the River Lee. Visit St. Finn Barre's Cathedral and in The Old Gaol.
Day 11 Portland
Located along the English Channel, Portland is divided into two areas: north and south. The south end is where extensive stone quarries lie, a resource important to the region. Unique to the city is the Weymouth and Portland National Sailing Academy, which hosts world sailing championships.
Day 12 Brussels
Sail to Belgium and make your way to Brussels. Stroll through the Old Town area and see the plethora of shops, Arcades, restaurants, and cafes.
Day 13 Paris
Hop on a tour bus to the City of Light to experience the magic of Paris. Stroll down the Champs-Elysées. Take photos of beautiful Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower. Notre Dame, the Louvre, Montmartre, and all the other iconic places of Paris lie 120 miles up the Seine from the port of Le Havre.
Day 14 London
Disembark in London and stay the night at the hotel.
Day 15 Return to the USA
Jeanne Jackson
This was my first time to Isreal, and it was such a fantastic trip due to our guide Adam and our driver Money Mike! Adam is so knowledgeable and was really able to make each site come alive for me. We had a really large group, and I am sure that Adam felt like he was “herding cats” all week, but he kept us together and moving through the areas while sharing so much information. With Mike’s driving and sense of humor, I felt very safe even though the streets sometimes seemed way too narrow for all of the buses and cars! The team of Adam and Money Mike were fabulous, and I would highly recommend them!!
Adrienne Carter
If you’re doing the Holy Land Tour, there’s no question in which company to choose - it’s Travel With Friends! The entire trip was very well planned and wasted no time in getting us in and out of sites while beating the crowds. Ibrahim was a phenomenal guide! He was personable, fun, and incredibly knowledgeable in the Bible and history of the land. Will definitely do this trip again and go through Travel With Friends!
Ellie Hill