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This
travel expedition to Ethiopia with Robert "Bob" Cornuke of
BASE Institute and Dr. Chuck Missler with
Koinonia House and KI Institute. Bob and
Chuck will be working with the Orthodox Church
on their place in the prophetic future.
The trip is also being held during the
ceremony of "Mihila". Have your hearts and cameras
ready for the warmth of the Christian Ethiopian
communities! Join us on this wonderful
Bible based trip to Ethiopia! Sites to be experienced include:
Rock-hewn
churches, thought to be associated with the
Knights Templar.
The Palace of
the Queen of Sheba
Recently-opened new tombs and other archeological
findings
from the Axumite Kingdom period.
Mysterious
Tana Kirkos Island, previous home
to the Ark of the
Covenant.
St.
Mary's of Zion Church- thought to be the current home of the
Ark of the Covenant.
Mihila
ceremonies. The prayers of fellow believers is almost
overwhelming!
Fly over
the amazing Danankil Depression, one of the
Earth's most impressive geological sites
(weather permitting).
Advance
teaching materials including books, DVD's
from Bob Cornuke.
Includes all meals,
with the exception of
one dinner.
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Itinerary
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July
11
Depart from Washington’s Dulles Airport this
evening.
July 12
Arrive Addis Ababa and transfer to the
beautiful Sheraton Hotel.
July 13
After breakfast we fly to Axum. The
legends narrated in the Kebre Nagast (“Book of
Kings”) recount how the city of Axum as early as
the 10th century B.C. was already the
city in which the Queen of Sheba resided. We
visit the ruins of Queen of Sheba’s Palace and
exotic tombs of former kings, an ancient hilltop
church, plus a mysterious lion’s head dating
back to the Knights Templar. In addition we
visit the version of the “Rosetta Stone” of the
Axumite Kingdom and visit some newly-uncovered
archeological sites and recently-opened tombs.
We will have an opportunity to visit with the
administrator of St. Mary’s to discuss the Ark
of the Covenant and the significance of its
keeping it safe and see the crowns of Ethiopian
Kings and other treasures. Enjoy the view, as
we have teachings and fellowship overlooking
Stele Square (site of the pre-Christian
engraved, granite monoliths).
July 14
Early morning we participate in the “Mihila,” a
special gathering for prayers around St. Mary of
Zion. We will see the masses of people all
wearing white gauze clothing and clustered on
the hills overlooking the pool of Sheba – at the
head of the ceremonial grounds. The morning
music will be heard early as we enjoy the sites
and sounds over breakfast. Then it is down the
mountain to join in the festivities! This
afternoon we spend time at the open air market
and then a visit to Bob’s favorite orphanage.
July 15
Off to Lalibela, the “New Jerusalem.”
We’ll visit the amazing underground monolithic
churches, which were hewn completely out of pink
granite rock in the 12th century, and
considered one of the wonders of the world. The
Ethiopians believe that they play a part in the
second coming of our Lord. On our way to
Lalibela, weather and time permitting, we will
fly over the amazing Danankil depression. Once
at our hotel, you will have amazing views of the
great rift. This brand-new boutique hotel has
the most commanding views in all of Ethiopia.
It sits high on a cliff with views of unique
geological attributes coupled with dots of small
villages interspersed for a hundred miles.
July 16
Lalibela
Visit a unique village this morning and spend
time learning about their way of life. This
afternoon we fly to Gondor, the first
capital city of the Ethiopian empire. There are
a dozen castles built by various emperors over
the course of 236 years. The city seems more
European than African and also has Islamic
influences. In the afternoon, we visit the
palaces, residences and baths of Fasilidas. We
will visit the church of Debre Berham Selassie
(Light of the Trinity), which is located at the
summit of a hill and surrounded by fortified
walls. The interior is decorated with beautiful
frescos. Our hotel has a splendid panoramic
garden. Gonder was once the home of the highly
publicized Falasha’s. The Falasha’s was one of
the Tribes of Israel that were moved to Israel
in the last 2 decades.
July 17
Today we leave Lalibela for Bahir Dar.
On the way this afternoon, we visit the
thundering Blue Nile Falls, which is locally
known as Tissat Falls—100 meters wide, the water
plunges for 45 meters and gives trise to steam
clouds and rainbows. We’ll cross the Blue Nile
in papyrus boats. Those who wish can take a
natural shower or swim. We will sit and enjoy a
light picnic in this isolated scenic place.
Overnight at Tana Hotel.
July 18
Bahir Dar
Today we visit several islands on Lake Tana,
including Tana Kirkos – the island that held the
Ark of the Covenant for many years. Although
women are not allowed to see the altar where the
tabernacle sat, we have made special
arrangements with the monks to have artifacts
from the monastery and brought out for viewing.
We’ll also be visiting the islands where Nargo
Silassie and Ura Kidane Mihret Monastaries are
located.
July 19
Visit the basket and wood markets this morning
and then off to Addis Ababa. We take in
a city tour of Addis, visiting the National
Museum, known to be the best museum in Africa,
where cultural and archeological relics,
including a plaster cast of “Lucy,” the 3.2
skeleton of the “Hominid” is on display. Late
today we head to the airport and depart for home
or Cairo for the extension, where both groups
arrive early on July 20th.
And the
second part of this wondrous journey - July 19-29, 2009
The Exodus: Retracing the Footsteps of Moses
Egypt, the Nile and its Ancient, Mysterious Wonders
We
will spend time retracing the footsteps of Moses and the Israelites in
the wilderness, stay on the Nile to visit the ancient tombs and temples
-- perhaps the very spot where Pharaoh’s daughter drew the baby Moses
from the water and visit the Mummy Room where there are strong chances you
will be face to face with the same Pharaoh that Moses spoke to at the
time of the Exodus. Join us for a great time of teaching and
fellowship! Here are just a few of the exciting highlights:
View the blackened mountain top,
Jabal al Lawz as outlined in Exodus 19:18
Day trip on the Red Sea to view the site of the
parting of the sea
Giza Plateau with its amazing Great Pyramids and the Sphinx
Visit the Royal Valley of the Kings and the Royal Valley of the
Queens
Egyptian Museum with our own Egyptologists and exclusive visit to
the Mummy Room
Visit the Land of Goshen, the start of the Exodus
Numerous teachings and opportunities for fellowship
Abraham, Jacob, Joseph, Moses, Joshua, Jeremiah and Jesus were
there…..now you can be there too!
The Exodus: Retracing the Footsteps of Moses
July
20
After arrival in Cairo this morning, we
rest at the famous Mena House - overlooking the
Pyramids. After a rest
this morning we visit the Egyptian Museum for a
teaching and visit the Egyptian Museum. The
actual name of Pharaoh of the Exodus is not
recorded in the Bible. It may actually be
possible to see the man (mummy) that Moses spoke
to during the time of the Exodus. Bob
uncovers the mysteries of this museum -
especially how it identifies the accuracy of the
Bible once comparing it to the Egyptian writings
in the museum. This
afternoon we visit the Pyramids at Giza. It is
amazing to think that these Pyramids were well
known to Jacob, Moses and Aaron at the time of
the Exodus and were probably seen by Jesus
himself.
July
21
Cairo
Off to Sakkara! This fascinating place is
where they recently discovered that large mounds
that they thought were hills were found to be
Joseph's storehouses! Also out in this
area is the Ancient Capital of Egypt - Memphis
and the oldest of the pyramids called the Step
Pyramid.
July 22
Cairo
Today we visit the City of the Dead where we
will meet an American young man who operates a
children's ministry out the the dumps of Cairo.
We also visit the colorful Khan
Bazaar where we can purchase frankincense, myhrr.
Off this afternoon to fly to
Luxor. Our hotel is precious and sits on
the quiet side of the Nile in view of the
commanding temple.
July 23
Luxor
Full day visit of the West Bank of the Nile.
We will visit the Valley of the Kings, Queens
and Nobles including the tomb of
child Pharaoh Tutankamen. This afternoon
we also visit the Temple of Queen Hatshepsut and
the Colossi of Memmon. We visit an island
in the middle of the Nile this evening for a
special teaching on the time that God's people
spent on the Nile.
July 24
Luxor
Today we visit the Temples of Karnak and Luxor
with our Egyptologist. We will study the
writings in tandem with The Word of God.
Later today we travel out in the desert to see
El Kab. This ancient cemetary was
discovered in 2000 by Belgian archeologists.
Return to our little oasis for the night.
July 25
Sinai
Peninsula This morning we fly to Sharm el
Sheik. We are met and transferred to the
view point of the probable crossing of the
Israelites. We continue on to our hotel on
the Red Sea. Time to enjoy the pool and
access to the sea.
July 26
Sinai Peninsula Load up this morning in
4WD vehicles and head out into the desert.
We will stop along the way for sightings of
Mennorah's sketched into rocks along the way.
Our destination is a mountain top overlook onto
Jabal-al-Lawz. Click here for Bob's
research site. We will spend the
afternoon at a Bedouin Camp for a barbeque
lunch. Enjoy the children and ladies
selling their hand made wares. They don't
receive a lot of tourists out here so it is
special for them and us!
July 27
Sinai Peninsula Today you
can take an optional tour to the traditional
site of St. Catherine's Monastery. If you
choose to stay at the hotel you could enjoy some
spa services or shopping.
July 28
Land of Goshen Today will be a
full day of traversing the Sinai over the famous
Suez Canal and then into the Land of Goshen to
retrace the footsteps of Joseph. We arrive
in Cairo late this evening. We celebrate
tonight what God has shown us about this land
and its importance to our faith.
July 29
Home After breakfast we fly back
to New York.
This trip is a must
for those seeking soft adventure. The hotel in Addis is 5-star and
everywhere else in Ethiopia is 3-star, but we enjoy the very best
that the country has to
offer. Singles are very welcome and we match room-mates. If you enjoy
photography, birding and especially being a part of new and exciting
archeological digs and new discoveries, you have found the trip-of-a-life time! The cradle of history is here!
Join Bob, Rhonda
Sand and the
crew as we retrace the trips taken by National Geographic, the History
Channel, and, of course, our own Bible-based discoverer, Bob.
