If you want to see where the real Easter story took place, head to Israel. During Holy Week and Easter, Jerusalem fills with pilgrims from all over the world. For Orthodox and Catholic Christians, celebrations focus on the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, where six historic denominations have marked the crucifixion, burial and resurrection of Jesus since the fourth century.
The perfect introduction to Israel, the Fantastic Israel tour starts in the vibrant city of Tel Aviv before heading to Jerusalem, Tiberias, Bethlehem and Nazareth, visiting many important religious sites and monuments, as well as travelling to the Dead Sea and the Sea of Galilee.
Encounters Travel offers an eight-day small group adventure tour of Israel staying in four-star hotels from £1,099 per person (saving £100), from March 25. The price excludes flights but includes airport transfers to and from Tel Aviv and a professional tour guide throughout.
