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Summer Vacation with an Edge: Oh Lord, What a Hike

July 2, 2008 at 12:46 PM | by egw | 2 Comments

Ever wished for divine intervention amidst a particularly hard climb? Such invocation isn't required to hike a new path following the footsteps of Jesus Christ in Israel; on holy land all bets are off.

The 65-kilometer Jesus Trail in northern Israel takes hikers to New Testament landmarks from Nazareth to the Mount of the Beatitudes and the Jordan River over four hot days. What gives this the edge is not only the desert heat but also the schlepping: Organizers suggest carrying 5 liters of water per person, per day.

Follow the Jesus Trail by yourself with GPS directions or use one of the suggested tour guides.

Related Stories:
· Suggested Itinerary [Jesus Trail]
· Windsurfing Where Jesus Walked [Forbes]
· Swimsuit Issue Travel: Is '08 The Year For Israel? [Jaunted]
· Summer Vacations with an Edge coverage [Jaunted]

[Photo: B & R Folsom]



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  1. travelina

    Jaunted Member

    what would Jesus eat?

    If you hike the Jesus Trail, you might want to eat what Jesus ate:
    http://intelligenttravel.typepad.com/it/2008/06/exploring-jerus.html
    July 2, 2008 at 3:20 PM
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  1. driveisrael

    Jaunted Member

    Explore Israel by Kayak with Jesus Boat Discoverer

    Another cool way to explore Israel is by sea kayak. By prior arrangement, you can join the marine archaeologist who discovered the Jesus Boat in the Sea of Galilee. He and his team take you out to ancient shipwrecks in the Mediterranean. Visit and touch remains from King Solomon's time, days of the Romans, the Crusaders, and Napoleon's forays into the area. See Drive-Israel.com for more cool Israel expeditions.

    Contact info@drive-israel.com to arrange a sea exploration trip.

    July 4, 2008 at 7:25 AM
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