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Elevation chart
Nazareth to Capernaum

Golani Junction
600

Places of Interest

Kibbutz Lavi

Nebi Shu'eib

Moshav Arbel

Wadi Hamam

Tabgha
Zippori

Cana
Nazareth
500

400

1 Nazareth is the boyhood home of Jesus (Matthew 21:11). Explore

Elevation (m)
300

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the winding market streets and the largest church in the Middle East. 200
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Almagor
Jordan River
100
2.3km Park

2 Zippori was an important Roman administrative city at the time of Easy 888
Jesus. Wander ancient ruins and admire unparalleled Byzantine
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mosaics. There is a fee to enter Zippori National Park.
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3 Mash'had is said to be the city where Jonah was born. -300
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4 Distance (km)
into wine (John 2:11). Renew your wedding vows at the Wedding
Church of Cana. 90
To Tsefat 11 87
5 The Horns of Hattin is a volcanic hill where a famous Crusader 16 Jesus was baptized by John in the Jordan River (Matthew 3:13-17).
battle took place, when Saladin defeated the Crusader forces in 1187. Today, visitors can be baptized at Yardenit on the Jordan River. 13 Capernaum National Park

The views of Arbel Valley and the Sea of Galilee are stunning. Mt. of Beatitudes Historic Site
17 Khukok Capernaum
10
6
holds the tomb of the greatest Druze prophet, Jethro, the father-in-law
of Moses, whom the Druze believe to be the father of monotheism.
(Matthew 17). Today the mountain features two churches and a view of
the Jezreel Valley. 65 8077
Gate
Tabgha 12
Legend
18 Mt. Precipice is the traditional place where the people of Nazareth Karei Deshe Jesus Trail Picnic area
7
On the trail down, explore ancient caves from the Maccabean Revolt. and views of the Jezreel Valley and Mt. Tabor. Livnim
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Jesus Trail option Free camping
There is a fee to enter Arbel National Park.
807
Ztalm
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Main road Water
8 Magdala was the hometown of Mary Magdalene and was known 9 Israel Trail Supermarket
Jesus Boat Israel & Jesus Trails Bus stop
806
Ginosar
9 Masad 8 Ein Nun Red marked trail Youth hostel
that sailed the Sea of Galilee around the time of Jesus. B&B

10 Tabgha is the traditional site of the feeding of the 5,000 (John 6). 65 Migdal Blue marked trail Campground
A church marks the spot with ancient mosaics. A popular place for Eilabun 90 Green marked trail Information
Wadi Hamam Black marked trail Mountain
Arb
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14 Stream National park
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Gate
the Mount, where Jesus spoke the beatitudes (blessings) including,
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12 The Church of the Primacy of St. Peter is built over a rock

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Zeitim Historical place
Arbel
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traditionally thought to be where Jesus shared a meal with his disciples
Nebi Synagogue
after the resurrection (John 21:13-14).
Shu’eib 6 Map Scale: 1:90,000
Church
13 Capernaum was the base of Jesus' ministry (Matthew 4:13). Today
you can see the ruins of the synagogue, the church at St. Peter's house,
Mitzpe 5 Horns of Hattin 15 0 1 2 3 4 5 km

Netofa Mosque
and other archeological remains. There is a fee to enter the historic site. Kfar Hitim Tiberias
0 1 2 3 mile

14 Most of Jesus’ ministry took place around the Sea of Galiee, the Cemetery Hotel
Roman 77
largest freshwater lake in Israel (Matthew 4:18). Road B&B Guesthouse
Kibbutz
15 Tiberias was an important city for rabbinical Judaism (John 6:23). Restaurant
Its attractions include archeological ruins, beaches and hot springs. Lavi Hamat Tverya
National Park
Tur’an
Golani Junction
Gas station
Giv’at
Avni Museum

77 Be sure to 768

Jesus Trail Markers

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Zippori
National
Park 2 Cana B&B
Ilaniya
Ancient Spring 3L of water! Hazorim
Zippori Sde Ilan Neve
from Nebi Shu’eib to Arbel (10.2 km). Figure 1: Figure 2:
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straight
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Reine Kama Kfar Avoda Figure 3: Figure 4: Jesus Trail

Beit Keshet Jesus Trail (orange (orange dot), red trail and
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Kinneret Yardenit dot) and blue Israel National Trail turn

(Kibbutz) 16 trail turn right right together. Green trail

joins from left

Nazareth Yavniel Alumot Degania Bet The Jesus Trail is marked with paint blazes in the
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1 Caduri Degania
same style as other Israeli hiking trails, with three
stripes of color indicating the direction of the path.
Mt.
Nazareth Deborah Alef The Jesus Trail blaze colors are white/orange/white
Ilit
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º angle to the left or
3260
Deburiya 17 Shibli
18 Beit Zera
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the trail follows along other marked trails. In this case,
Kfar Tavor the Jesus Trail blazes will alternate with the blaze of
Deborah stream

Mt. the other trail, or an orange dot will be indicated

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visible from where you're standing. It may take time
65 to train your eyes to look for these symbols on rocks,
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Free GPS tracks for the Jesus Trail, trails in trees, walls, curbs and fences.
development, and other trails in the Galilee can be Ein Kfar Kish Be aware that occasionally paint blazes are altered or
downloaded for free from www.jesustrail.com/maps Dor Tel Rekhesh
The Jesus Trail Map is not a substitute for a 1:50,000 scale topographical hiking m
More information at We do our best to make sure the trail and its blazes
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producers do not assume any liability for the use of this information by readers. www.jesustrailguide.com
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Accommodations Special rates when booking with www.jesustrailtours.com
NAME LOCATION TYPE PHONE DORM/DBL FACILITIES WEBSITE

Fauzi Azar Inn Nazareth Guesthouse 04-602-0469 90/440 NIS K CC @ W www.fauziazarinn.com

Hike from Nazareth to Capernaum on the Jesus Trail pilgrimage
Al-Mutran Nazareth Guesthouse 04-645-7947 -/470 NIS CC @ W www.al-mutran.com route in the Galilee region of Israel! The trail connects sites from
the life of Jesus, while wandering through diverse villages and
Zippori Village Zippori Guesthouse 04-646-2647 -/400 NIS K CC
$
www.zipori.com ruggedly beautiful landscapes. This route provides a refreshing
Rish Lakish Zippori Family Stay 04-646-5021 50/- NIS K CC @ $
W www.rishlakish.com way for travelers and pilgrims to follow the path of Jesus with
authentic encounters, epic adventure and invigorating learning.
Cana Wedding Cana Guesthouse 04-651-7186 120/300 NIS @
www.canaguesthouse.com
• Journey from Nazareth to the Sea of Galilee, village to village
Yarok Az Ilaniya Camp Lodge 054-255-8791 100/300 NIS K CC @ $
(50) www.yarokaz.co.il on the paths Jesus walked.
Hooha Cyclist’s Kfar Tavor Guesthouse 077-708-0524 150/480 NIS K CC @ $
W www.hooha.co.il • Explore ancient sites at the roots of Christianity, Judaism and
Lavi Hotel Kibbutz Lavi Hotel 04-679-9061 220/440 NIS CC @ W www.lavi.co.il Islam.

Arbel Guesthouse Moshav Arbel Guesthouse 04-679-4919 100/350 NIS CC @ www.4shavit.com

• Experience peaceful natural beauty and rare species of plants,
birds and animals.
Beit Bracha Migdal Guesthouse 04-679-2338 -/340 NIS K CC
$
www.cmj-israel.org
• Encounter local hospitality with the diverse and gracious
Karei Deshe Tabgha Hostel 1-599-510-511 120/355 NIS CC @ $
W www.hihostels.com people of the Galilee.
Sea of Galilee Almagor Guesthouse 04-693-0063 100/500 NIS @
seaofgalileeguesthouse.com
$
K

Tiberias Hostel Tiberias Hostel 04-679-2611 85/250 NIS CC W www.tiberiashostel.com

Aviv Hostel
Jesus didn’t take the bus.
@
Tiberias Hostel 04-671-2272 75/250 NIS K CC W www.avivhotel.com

Tabor Land Kfar Kish Guesthouse 050-544-1972 170/380 NIS @

www.taborland.com
$
K W

Walk in the Footsteps of Jesus Land of Galilee Kfar Kish Family Stay 052-860-6311 100/- NIS @ $

(50) www.landofgalilee.com Why should you?

Sky Dome Beit Keshet Camp Lodge 054-658-3853 100/- NIS K
$
www.skydome.co.il

Diab Shibli B&B Shibli Guesthouse 050-523-8193 60/- NIS groups from 10 people
$
Self-Guided Tours
*Prices: dorm bed (1 person)/private double room (2 people). K Guests' kitchen Free pick-up Walk at your own pace,
Breakfast included W Laundry facilities
*We always recommend making reservations before arrival. Meals available Camping (cost in NIS) accomodations, meals, luggage transfer
MAP *Prices are subject to change, availability and season.
*Israeli citizens must also pay VAT.
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@
Credit cards accepted
Internet access
Swimming pool
Bicycle hire
We’ll take care of the details.
You focus on the journey.
Transportation
From/To Nazareth bus # phone # price Transportation between places on the Jesus Trail:
Tel Aviv 826 *2800 39NIS * Schedules at www.egged.com and www.bus.co.il
Jerusalem 955 *2800 45NIS Route bus #
Haifa 331 1-599-559-559 16NIS Nazareth> Cana> Golani Junction> Tiberias 431
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Akko 343 *2800 27NIS Tabgha Junction> Karei Deshe> Ginosar> Tiberias 841, 963
Tiberias 431 04-6570577 17NIS Nazareth>Cana>Golani Junction 24, 28, 29, 30, 31
3r ition AP

Amman, Jordan 04-6010458 75NIS Transportation in small mini-vans goes frequently between
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Nazareth, Cana, and Tur’an (7-12 NIS).

Buses do not run from Friday afternoon to Saturday night
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except between Nazareth-Haifa and Nazareth-Golani Junction. Taxis: Josef/Chiki (050-7535661), Nazareth Taxi (04-6555536)
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Nazareth to Capernaum 180NIS l Nazareth to Zippori 60NIS

The Kibbutz Lavi Hotel offers:

• Box lunches
• Guided tours of the kibbutz
• Meals in the hotel
Guided hiking tours in Israel Intimate groups
• Quality accommodations.
"All included"meals and lodging Flexible tour packages
from 4 to 12 days. for more Details: +972-52-4428202
[email protected] www.journeys-holyland.com [email protected] | www.lavi.co.il

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