In the Footsteps of Jesus Summer 2017 Program
Long-time Siraj tour leader Rev. Jerry Wright reflects on his most recent program with us.
For many years now, my wife and I have engaged Siraj Center as our tour hosts in Palestine and Israel. In addition to the other services/experiences they provide (hiking, biking, educational opportunities and more), Siraj staff are experts in arranging for alternative tours/responsible travel to the Holy Land. We just returned from another pilgrimage, having led a group of eighteen persons.
Palestinian Heritage Trail (Northern Part)
May 2017 - An international group of eight hikers completed a walk along part of the Palestinian Heritage Trail in Palestine. They began their journey in Nablus, exploring the old city before staying overnight with local families in the village of Awarta.
Into the Wild: "Wild Frontiers" Program Explores the West Bank and Jerusalem
April 2017
In late April, the British "Wild Frontiers" group cooperated with Siraj for walking tour that visited Nablus, Awarta, Duma, Taybeh, Jericho and Mar Saba, and ended in Jerusalem.
Saint Aman Group Visits the West Bank and Jerusalem
April-May 2017
This spring, Siraj Center was delighted to host eleven delightful voyagers from France, starting on 21st of April in Bethlehem district with a hiking day in Battir, a tour at the Old City of Bethlehem and a visit to Nativity Church.
The Southern Trail Experience of the Palestinian Heritage Trail
Spring 2017
Beautiful landscape, culture, meeting locals and visiting ancient historical sites of Palestine were just a few of the highlights of this spring's Southern Trail of the Palestinian Heritage Trail experience. Starting from Solomon’s Pool in Artas, built by King Herod and once used to collect spring and rain water from the surrounding valleys to provide water for Jerusalem, the program participants learned much about village life and culture in Palestine.
Americans and Brits Come Together for "Bike Palestine"
April 2017
This early April, Siraj Center Hosted a successful bike tour of nearly two dozen cyclists from the Britain and America.
Starting their Jenin to Jerusalem cycling tour on April 5th, they cycled from Jenin towards Sabestia, a small Palestinian town set in a fertile valley where figs, olives, grapes and the other fruits and vegetables grow in abundance. Local tradition holds that it was in Sebastiya that John the Baptist was beheaded, and an abundance of archaeological ruins from different eras can be found. The group then cycled towards the village of Zababdeh, enjoying the relaxed countryside atmosphere of this town situated in the fertile farmland plain of the northern West Bank, then cycled on to Nablus, where they had a tour of the Old City before turning in for the evening.
Our Spring "Hike Palestine" Program Journeys From Nablus to Jerusalem
March 2017
In late March, the Siraj Center hosted an 18 dedicated hikers from United Kingdom who selected our "Hike Palestine" Program for their Siraj experience, and walked from Nablus to Jerusalem. Beginning with a tour in the old city of Nablus, they visited Jacob's Well and Balata refugee camp, where they met with and learned from local Palestinians. Visits to the Palestinian villages of Awarta, Duma and al- Auja included staying with local families sharing their food and experiencing their daily life.
Westtown School Makes New "Friends" in Ramallah
March 2017
Westtown School, a Quaker Middle School from Pennsylvania, came to the Holy Land this March to build personal and institutional relationships between Westtown and the Ramallah Friends School, as well as to learn about the political and religious history of the area and its importance to Christians, Jews and Muslims
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Diverse and Dynamic, Harvard University Students Discover Palestine over Spring Break
March 2017
Over 100 students from across the various schools at Harvard applied to go on this trip to see Palestine over Spring Break in March, which was described by some of its participants as “life-changing” and "the most intense learning experience" they had while students at this prestigious university. For most American and international students, this was a unique chance to see Palestine from a different perspective, and come face to face with both the reality of the occupation and Palestinian struggles, but also with the beauty of Palestine, and the resilience and hospitality of the its people.
Address: Steeh Street- Beit Sahour
Telephone: 2774022
Mobile: 0569221720
Minutes by car to the city center: 10
Minutes by walking to the city center: 20
Minutes from the city center to the university by using public transfer: 5
Minutes by walking from the city to the university: 10
Apartment details:
2 Rooms
1 Bathrooms
Internet access
kitchen tools
Garden
Address: Steeh Street- Beit Sahour 
Telephone: 2774280
Mobile: 0598739979
Minutes by car to the city center: 10
Minutes by walking to the city center: 20
Minutes from the city center to the university by using public transfer: 5
Minutes by walking from the city to the university: 10
Apartment details:
3 Room
2 Bathroom
kitchen tools
Veranda
Internet Access
Address: Al wardieh Street- Bethlehem
Telephone: 2755191
Mobile: 0547749599
Minutes by car to the city center: 10
Minutes by walking to the city center: 15
Minutes from the city center to the university by using public transfer: 20
Minutes by walking from the city to the university: 30
Apartment details:
3 Rooms
1 Bathroom
Internet Access
Kitchen Tools
