Elon Catholic Campus Ministry
Pilgrimage to Israel

Washington, DC

Join Fr. Peter for a once in a lifetime trip to the Holy Land! This is an amazing opportunity to visit the birthplace of Christianity - Israel. The trip will take place during the summer of 2023 and will visit many areas where Jesus and his disciples worked and walked. Participants will encounter the roots of their Biblical faith first-hand and come face-to-face with the modern-day miracle that is Israel. The itinerary includes time for prayer, daily Mass, and visiting sites at: Nazareth, The Mount of the Beatitudes, Magdala (home of Mary Magdalene), the Sea of Galilee, Capernaum, Cana, the Jordan River, the Dead Sea, Bethlehem, Jerusalem, Emmaus, and Jaffa.

The trip will depart on Tuesday, June 6, 2023, and return on Saturday, June 17, 2023. The total cost is $4200 which includes flights in and out of Newark Airport (NJ), ground transportation, hotels, and most meals. Trip participants are responsible for covering personal travel to and from Newark.

Trip details:

  • 45 spaces available
  • Open to everyone, Elon students and alumni are especially invited to join.
  • Accommodations at safe, comfortable hotels.
  • Travel in Israel via a motor coach (provided).
  • All meals (except three) will be provided
  • Certified English speaking tour guide from Wonder Star Travel Bureau

    • Cost estimates:

  • $2,500 double occupancy for all expenses in Israel. ($600 supplement for single occupancy)
  • $1,400 international airfare with United Airlines from Newark, NJ to Tel Aviv. Additional travel cost to and back from Newark is based on your personal arrangements
  • $150-$250 (estimated cost) Mandatory Travel Insurance. Trip cancelation insurance is optional but recommended
  • Three meals in Israel and all personal expenses including snacks, shopping, souvenirs, etc.

    • Dates and deadline (subject to change):

  • December 2nd, 2022 - Deadline to sign up for the trip
  • March 7th, 2023 - Deadline for 35% of trip payment to Wonder Star Bureau and full payment of airfare
  • April 23rd, 2023 - Full balance due to Wonder Star Bureau as well as proof of travel insurance

    • Use the form below to indicate your interest. Fr. Peter will get in touch with you to provide more information. Please contact if you have any questions.

    Thank you for your interest. This application is now closed.


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