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A Pilgrimage to the Holy Land December 31, 2008-January 11, 2009 THE HOLY LAND The biblical history of this little land, Israel, lies buried four millennia deep. At some places it is but a few inches beneath the surface of the soil; at others, it is embedded beneath the strata of a dozen civilizations. Join NOBTS for a thrilling tour to the Land of the Bible. It will be a step back into sacred history, and a leap forward in your spiritual journey!
DAILY ITINERARY December 31-WE-Day 1-depart USA
January 2-FR-Day 3-Breakfast daily at 7 am departing daily at 8 am-- Our first day’s pilgrimage in Israel we travel north to Tel Beersheva, Tel Arad, Masada, Qumran, and overnight at Nof Ginosar Hotel Kibbutz January 3-SA-Day 4-Sea of Galilee boat cruise, the Church of the Loaves and Fishes, Tabgha-Primacy of Peter, Capernaum, Bethsaida, Chorazin, Mt. of the Beatitudes, Kursi, Belvoir, Yardenit and overnight at Nof Ginosar Hotel Kibbutz January 4-SU-Day 5- drive through Cana of Galilee, Nazareth Overlook, Zippori, Yechiam Fortress, Rosh HaNikra, a walk through Acco beginning at the light house through the suk, Caravansari and harbor ending up for a brief shopping event at the coppersmith's shop and overnight at Nof Ginosar Hotel Kibbutz January 5-MO-Day
6-Ben Tal overlook into Syria, Golan Heights, Nimrod, Caesarea Philippi, Tel
Dan, Hazor, and overnight
at Nof Ginosar Hotel Kibbutz
January 6-TU-Day 7-Bet
Shean, En Harod, Megiddo, Nain, Poriyya descent down to the Sea of Galilee,
Tiberias and
overnight at Nof Ginosar
Hotel Kibbutz January 7-WE-Day 8- this morning we begin our journey to Jerusalem. We will visit along the way Mt. Carmel, Caesarea, Bethlehem, and overnight at Ramat Rachel January
8-TH-Day 9-
early morning visit to the Temple Mount, walk the Via
Dolorosa, visit the Russian Church and Holy Sepulcher, Jewish Quarter,
Shorashim visit with Moshe and Dov, Christian Quarter, Jaffa Gate, and overnight at Ramat Rachel in Jerusalem
January 9-FR-Day 10- Has Promenade, Southern Steps, Kotel Tunnel, Davidson Center (after the Kotel), Jewish Quarter, Mt. Zion, Upper Room, St. Peter in Gallicantu, and overnight at Ramat Rachel in Jerusalem
January 10-SA-Day
11-Today is
our final day in Israel and we will visit the Old Roman Road, Jericho
Overlook, Yad Vashem, Israeli Museum, St. Anne and Bethesda, Antonio
Fortress, Moslem Quarter, Damascus Gate, Garden Tomb for Worship service at
3:30pm returning to Ramat Rachel in Jerusalem at
5:00pm for dinner and transfer to the
airport for our return home. January 11-SU-Day 12-arrive back in USA
For more information contact: Mr. Clay Corvin (clay@lifesongs.com) Dr. William Warren (wwarren@nobts.edu) Jan 1-TH- MASHABEI SADE -
Tour Features and Conditions: Air Transportation: Air transportation is for transatlantic economy class jet service via Delta Airlines. The airfare is based on a group contract fare with tariffs in effect March 3, 2008 from New Orleans to Tel Aviv. U.S. and foreign airport taxes and security charges are included in the tour rate as of 03/3/08 and subject to change prior to ticketing. Any deviations will result in a higher airfare. Land Transportation: Land transportation is via deluxe air-conditioned motorcoach throughout with English speaking guides. Sightseeing as described in this brochure is subject to local road, weather, and security conditions at the time of the tour. No tour will be taken into an area against advice of the Department of Tourism in Israel or Palestine. The sequence of tours and sites to be visited may be changed without notice. In the event the tour does not reach the minimum enrollment of 20 passengers, the tour operator reserves the right to cancel the tour. In that event, all deposits will be refunded. Hotels: Hotel/Kibbutz listed are chosen from the experience of similar tours by NOBTS. All accommodations are based on sharing twin bedded rooms with private bath throughout. A private single room may be requested at a supplement of $525. Actual room assignments are made by the hotels. Adjacent or adjoining rooms may be requested but cannot be guaranteed. Meals: Breakfast and dinner are included daily while in Israel beginning with dinner January 1, 2009 and concluding with dinner January 10, 2009 in Jerusalem and consisting of buffet breakfast and table d’ hote dinners (may be buffet dinners in some hotels). Also Included: U.S. departure taxes as of 3/3/08 immigration and security/custom taxes; Israeli airport taxes; porterage at foreign airports and hotels; all tips to guides, drivers, waiters, and hotel staff, except gratuity for the guide and driver which is a free will offering taken up near the end of the tour; transfers to and from airports and hotels; service charges and taxes as levied by local governments; operational costs incurred by Bryan Tours/MTS. Not Included: Passports (must have six month’s from the end of the tour validity); insurance (group policy available for additional charge); expenses resulting from accident or illness; loss of or damage to luggage; items of a personal nature; expenses resulting from delays caused by strikes, political disputes, or acts of God. Baggage: Delta Airlines currently allows two pieces of checked luggage not to exceed 1/ 50 pounds each 2/nor more than 62 inches length plus width total, plus one carry-on piece that must fit under the seat. Documentation: Passengers are required to have a passport with a minimum of six months from the end of the tour validity remaining in order to enter Israel. Cancellation and Refunds: A refund of the deposit , less $100 per person administrative fee, will be made in the event a person cancels in writing (e-mail, fax, or letter) up to May 31, 2008. Cancellation from June 1 to December 31, 2008 departure will be a minimum of $500 and a maximum of 90% of the tour price. Should the tour cancel due to lack of minimum enrollment all monies will be refunded to participants. Deposit/Final payment: A $300 per person deposit is required to confirm enrollment on the tour. The deadline for enrollment is June 1, 2008 (based on space being available). A payment schedule will be given with all payments for the tour. Please read all Tour Features and Conditions carefully. Payment of tour deposit constitutes acceptance of these conditions. Copyright © 2008, lifesongs® All Rights Reserved ©lifesongs.com®, 2007 ©today's good news®, 2007 |
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