|
The Holy Land March 19-29, 2008 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 March 19-WE-Day 1-depart USA
March 21-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 Beersheba, Masada, Qumran and travel up the Jordan Valley to overnight at Kibbutz Maagan March 22-SA-Day 4-departure for the Nazareth overlook, on to Sepphoris the capital of the central Galilee during the time of Christ, the port city of Acco including the Crusader City, port and caravansari, Rosh HaNikra (overlook only not cable cars), Lebanon border and overnight at Kibbutz Maagan March 23-SU-Day 5- Easter morning depart at 8am for a Galilee boat trip with an Easter devotional on the Sea of Galilee, Chorazin, Mt. of the Beatitudes, Primacy of Peter, Capernaum, Yardenit, Megiddo, EnHarod, Bet Shean, Belvoir, overnight at Kibbutz Maagan March 24-MO-Day
6-visit the ancient site of Hazor, Tel Dan, Caesarea Philippi, Ben Tal
overlook into Syria, Kursi, overnight at Kibbutz Maagan
March 25-TU-Day 7-we
will travel to Jerusalem today. We will visit Mt Carmel where Elijah
slew the prophets of Baal, Caesarea by the sea, Bethlehem and
overnight at Ramat Rachel in Jerusalem March 26-WE-Day 8-
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, Garden
Tomb for devotional, overnight at Ramat Rachel in Jerusalem March
27-TH-Day 9-
Has Promenade, Southern Steps, Kotel Tunnel (preferably at
9:00am), Davidson Center (after the Kotel), Jewish Quarter, Mt. Zion, Upper
Room, St. Peter in Gallicantu, Garden Tomb for worship service, overnight at
Ramat Rachel in Jerusalem
March 28-FR-Day 10- 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.
March 29-SA-Day 11-arrive back in USA
For more information contact: Mr. Clay Corvin (clay@lifesongs.com) March 20-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 April 29, 2007 from New Orleans to Tel Aviv. U.S. and foreign airport taxes and security charges are included in the tour rate as of 04/29/07 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 $425. 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 March 20, 2008 and concluding with dinner March 28, 2008 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 4/29/07 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 $199 per person); 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: Airlines currently allow two pieces of checked luggage not to exceed 50 pounds per bag 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 August 31, 2007. Cancellation from September 1 to March 19 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 August 1, 2007 (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 © 2007, lifesongs® All Rights Reserved ©lifesongs.com®, 2007 ©today's good news®, 2007 |
|