ETS Tours Launches 2026 Immersive Holy Land Travel Programs for Christian and Catholic Groups

Early Booking Recommended to Meet Pent-Up Demand for Spiritually Enriching Journeys to Holy Land

 

LAKELAND, FL – (December 11, 2024) – With faith-based travel to the Holy Land surging to unprecedented demand levels, ETS Tours is thrilled to announce the launch of its comprehensive lineup of 2026 Holy Land travel programs. These immersive journeys, designed distinctively for Christian and Catholic groups, offer spiritually enriching experiences that bring the Bible to life. As travel intent skyrockets, ETS urges group leaders and travel advisors to secure bookings early to guarantee space in these highly sought-after faith-based travel programs.

 

As a leader in faith-based travel for nearly five decades, ETS Tours is committed to ensuring safe, meaningful, and fellowship-driven travel experiences. Following a measured return to the Holy Land in Spring 2024, ETS anticipates a full recovery to pre-October 7, 2023 travel levels by the latter half of 2025. This anticipated surge means hotel space will be limited, and early bookings are essential to avoid disappointment.

 

“We’re witnessing an increased demand in requests for our faith-based itineraries to Holy Land for travel starting towards the second half of next year and into 2026,” said David Welch, ETS Tours’ Vice President of Business Development. “Our programs are meticulously crafted to create not just travel experiences, but deep spiritual connections and cherished memories. Whether Christian or Catholic, each itinerary offers travelers a chance to walk in the footsteps of faith, surrounded by like-minded individuals who become lifelong friends through fellowship.”

 

Comprehensive 2026 Holy Land Itineraries Tailored to Faith Journeys

 

ETS Tours’ newly released 2026 programs include a wide array of itineraries, each tailored to different aspects of faith exploration. Here’s a glance at just-released Holy Land tour offerings for 2026 with starting rates that include round-trip flights from New York.

 

Christian Faith-Based Tours:

•       10-Day Holy Land Classic Tour – From $3,798: Explore iconic sites like the Sea of Galilee, Mount of Olives, and Bethlehem.
•       11-Day Journey Through the Bible – From $3,798: Delve deep into biblical history with visits to Jericho, Qumran, and the Mount of Beatitudes.
•       8-Day Bible Land Discovery – From $2,998: Discover Bethlehem, Shepherds’ Field, the Garden Tomb, and more.
•       10-Day Bible Land Exploration – From $3,998: Visit locations like Caesarea, Mount Carmel, and the Dead Sea.
•       9-Day Biblical Pathways – From $3,598: Journey through Bethlehem, Galilee, and Jerusalem for a comprehensive faith experience.

 

Catholic Faith-Based Pilgrimages:

•       10-Day Holy Land Catholic Pilgrimage – From $3,598: Experience Bethlehem, Cana, and Ein Karem with a focus on Catholic heritage.
•       8-Day Holy Land Catholic Pilgrimage – From $3,298: Visit sacred sites such as the Church of the Visitation, Mount Zion, and the Garden of Gethsemane.

 

A Focus on Fellowship and Lifelong Connections

Faith-based travel with ETS Tours fosters more than just exploration; it creates a community. Group worship, shared prayer, and spiritual discussions make each journey a transformative experience. These bonds of fellowship often lead to unparalleled client-loyalty for travel advisors, with repeat travelers returning for future faith-based experiences.

 

Upcoming Training Webinar for Travel Advisors

To support travel advisors in tapping into the $50 billion faith-based travel market, ETS is hosting a special training webinar on December 12, 2024, at 3 PM. This session will highlight the 2026 Holy Land programs and touch on unique Christmas-themed journeys. Advisors can join the webinar live at: www.etstours.com/live.  To become an ETS advisor and enjoy free access to all of the company’s training opportunities as well as recordings anytime if unable to attend live, please visit https://www.etstours.com/travel-agent-sign-up.

 

About ETS Tours

Established in 1974, ETS has led over 350,000 people on Faith Based trips over nearly 50 years of business. In addition to the Holy Land, ETS offers Faith Based cruises following the Journeys of Paul, Marriage and Women’s retreats at sea, Fellowship cruises, European Tours, River Cruises and more. ETS has served thousands of pastors and churches throughout the U.S. and abroad. Many denominational leaders have seen the difference a tour to the Holy Land can make in their clergy members and have organized annual tours with ETS.  To learn more about how to tap into the $50 billion faith-based travel segment, visit www.ETStours.com, call 1-800-929-4387, or email ets@travelwithus.com.