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At Selah, we are deeply saddened by the loss of life and freedom caused by the Israel-Hamas War, and we continue to pray fervently for peace. We also recognize the importance of having a thoughtful plan for resuming our biblical tours to the area in 2025. We are using a proposed three-stage ceasefire plan to […]

What a blessing it is for Christians to be able to travel together, as we do with Selah Christian Tours. In creation, we see God’s lordship on display in his control over all things, his authority over all the universe, and his presence in every part of creation. The bible tells us: “For You created […]

One of the organisations we partner with, The Parent’s Circle has joint CEO’s – one Palestinian and one Israeli. They have a shared understanding of the grief, loss and heartache that is felt, culminating in this current conflict. We want to share with you their words and ask that you use them as a prayer […]

Dear Valued Selah Community, This week, with both joy and a heavy heart, we share a significant update regarding our tours to Israel and Palestine. Due to the ongoing war, we’ve had to cancel many tours, resulting in refunds totalling over $700,000 to our cherished clients, with more to come. While it’s a bittersweet moment, […]

Please join us in continuing to pray for the following needs in the days and weeks ahead: God’s comfort and consolation for all those grieving the loss of loved ones from the horrific violence of the past few days “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble” Psalm 46:1 Healing for those […]

If you’ve ever sat on the floor while packing for your next trip wondering how on earth you are going to fit everything in then we’re here to help. Channeling Marie Kondo (a Japanese organising consultant) might help you pare it down a bit but packing for a holiday with only items that spark joy […]

Did you know that in addition to the tours on our website we have a whole lot going on behind the scenes doing tours for private groups? We love to put together tours for church groups, Bible Colleges, even just a group of friends. What does this look like? We usually arrange a time for […]

Shabbat is the Jewish Sabbath, a 25-hour “day of rest” that begins at sundown Friday evening and ends Saturday night when, according to Jewish tradition, it’s dark enough to see three stars in the sky. During Shabbat, Jewish people take time out from the busy workweek to light candles, eat a delicious meal with family […]

I know on New Years Eve 2021 that I was hopeful and expectant of a better 2022. Having had two years of travel pause, I was prayerfully asking the Lord to make a way for Selah to re-open. Our travel partners in Europe, Israel, Greece and beyond were constantly emailing me “Come!”. But when I […]

The Coronavirus pandemic has changed all of our worlds. Entire nations have been ordered to stay home; airlines and travel agents and tour operators have collapsed or dramatically scaled back. When things return to “normal”, a new covid-normal, what will international travel look like? Here are a few of the changes that we anticipate, or […]

The site of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem is identified as the place both of the crucifixion and the tomb of Jesus of Nazareth. According to the New Testament, Jesus was crucified at Golgotha, “the place of the skull” (Matt. 27:33–35; Mark 15:22–25; John 19:17–24). This has been identified as an area […]

Sisters Rebecca and Vanessa never imagined walking in Jesus’ footsteps. But that is exactly what they did. They left seven kids and two husbands (yes, we’re impressed at the logistics of this too) to travel to Israel and Palestine on a tour led by Bible historian John Dickson.  “The trip exceeded my expectations,” Vanessa said, […]

For Xavier College staff, St Ignatius holds a special place in forming the mission and values of the school. In September this year, 15 Xavier College staff, along with a chaplain from the Jesuit order (founded by St Ignatius Loyola), ventured together to visit the places St Ignatius lived and went to. It took them […]

  “For since the creation of the world His invisible attributes, His eternal power and divine nature, have been clearly seen, being understood through what has been made.” – Romans 1:20 This small ship expedition to Antarctica is a once in a lifetime opportunity to enjoy God’s unspoilt creation is all of its magnificence! We […]

In our high-paced lives, Selah offers experiences for Christians to go deeper in their faith by offering travel, retreat and workshop opportunities. We have local retreats designed to refresh and replenish, as well as travel opportunities including Holy Land and Bible Tours, or simply travel to a beautiful destination with like-minded people. Take a moment […]

Let’s unpack the relationship between Selah and Mission Travel For 13 years, Mission Travel has been servicing mission and humanitarian work around the globe by providing specialised and quality travel services.  Whether it be an NGO, mission organisation or an individual going on a mission trip, Mission Travel has operated a highly specialised service over […]

“I’ve had a few ‘selah-moments’ in my life”says Lisa, “but two are very much in the forefront of my mind. The first was at the beach not long after my mum had died. I was 21 and grieving deeply. In the moment of being still in God’s creation, the vastness of the ocean and the rhythm of the waves crashing on the shore, I felt the tangible presence of God comforting me and letting me know that she was okay. It is something I have not forgotten,” says Lisa.