Israel & Jordan Pilgrims Tour
Israel & Jordan Pilgrims Tour
Israel & Jordan Pilgrims Tour

Israel & Jordan Pilgrims Tour

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Combination Coach Tour
10 Days ex Jerusalem
Guaranteed departure (min 2 pax)

Departs on Sundays
Meals and sightseeing as per itinerary

Day 1: Jerusalem

Arrive at Ben Gurion International Airport.

Day 2: Jerusalem - Masada and the Dead Sea – Jerusalem (BD)

Depart Jerusalem and descend to the lowest place on earth. Drive along the shores of the Dead Sea to the rock fortress of Masada. Visit Herod’s Palaces dating back 2000 years. Then hear about the zealots who defied the Roman Empire from this location. A chance to swim in the Dead Sea. The water is so rich in salts and minerals that you float!

Day 3: Jerusalem - New City and Bethlehem (BD)

Start with a spectacular view of Jerusalem from Mount of Olives, and then onto the Garden of Gethsemane. See the famous Dead Sea Scrolls at the Shrine of the Book and the model of Jerusalem from Herodian times. Experience a moving visit to the Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial. Explore the picturesque village of Ein Karem where John the Baptist was born. Continue to Bethlehem (subject to security clearance) – the birthplace of Jesus at the Church of the Nativity and Manger Square.

Overnight Jerusalem.

Day 4: Jerusalem - Old City (BD)

Enter through one of the gates to the walled Old City to visit the renewed Jewish Quarter, Visit the Western Wall and the Temple Area (subject to security clearance). Explore the colourful bazaars, and walk the Via Dolorosa (Stations of the Cross) until the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Visit the tomb of King David and the Room of the Last Supper on Mount Zion. In the heart of a neighbourhood in downtown Jerusalem, visit Mahane Yehuda to experience the flavours, aromas, colours and the traders’ interaction with the crowds, at the largest open market in Israel.

Overnight Jerusalem.

Day 5: Upper Galilee (BD)

Ascend the Golan Heights and visit a former Syrian fortification on the heights. Enjoy an Israeli wine country experience, with vineyards surrounded by breathtaking views. Become acquainted with the collection of fine and rare wines enjoying a tour, wine tasting and understanding of the wine production process. Pass by Caesarea of Philippi at the Banias Springs. Drive along the shores of the Sea of Galilee to Capernaum to visit the ancient synagogue. See the beautiful church at Tabgha where the miracle of the fish and the loaves took place. Enjoy a short tour of Tiberias – the old centre of Jewish learning.

Optional: Sailing on a boat across the Sea of Galilee to experience the tranquillity and the scenery that has changed little during the past 2000 years (subject to conditions and fee)

Overnight: Galilee Kibbutz hotel.

Day 6: Upper Galilee (BD)

Ascend the Golan Heights and from Mt. Bental peer deep into Syria and the ghost town of Kuneitra. Explore Caesari of Philippi at the Banias Springs. Drive along the shores of the Sea of Galilee to Capernaum to visit the ruins of the ancient synagogue. See the beautiful church at Tabgha where the miracle of the fishes and the loaves took place. Enjoy a short tour of Tiberias – the old centre of Jewish learning.
Overnight: Galilee Kibbutz hotel.

Day 7: Galilee – Coastal Plains - Tel Aviv (BD)

Depart for Acre (Akko) to explore the Knights’ Halls and the secret Crusader tunnels then to Haifa to view the magnificent Bahai gardens from atop Mount Carmel. Stop at Caesarea to visit the Roman Theatre and the Crusader Fortress. Continue to Tel Aviv and Jaffa for a short city tour.

Day 8: Tel Aviv - Jerash – Amman (BD)

Drive to Sheik Hussein Bridge for border crossing procedures to enter Jordan. Explore Jerash the ancient Roman city of the Decapolis. Visit the Citadel and Roman Amphitheatre on a panoramic city tour of Amman.

Day 9: Amman - Petra (BD)

After an early breakfast, leave the hotel and travel along the Desert Highway on the road to Petra. Enjoy a spectacular full day tour exploring the rose-red city of Petra. Enjoy a short horse ride, and then travel on foot through the awesome ‘Siq’ valley. Visit the Treasury, and explore hundreds of buildings, tombs, temples, and a 3,000-seat theatre from the first-century AD.

Overnight Petra.

Day 10: Amman - Kings Way – Amman or Tel Aviv Airport (B)

See the intricate ancient Mosaic map of the Holy Land at Madaba. Visit Mt. Nebo where Moses viewed the Promised Land before his passing. Explore the remains of the Byzantine Church with a mosaic floor and from a platform in front of the church enjoy a breathtaking view across the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea. In the afternoon transfer to Amman airport or over the border and onto Jerusalem or Tel Aviv Airport.

TOUR INCLUSIONS:

  • Transfers as specified in itinerary
  • Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tourist class hotels with private facilities
  • Breakfasts
  • Sightseeing as per itinerary
  • Professional English speaking driver/guides
  • Entrance fees
  • Israel Travel Notes – issued by Innovative Travel

TOUR EXCLUSIONS:

  • International airfares
  • Optional tours and excursions
  • Port Taxes and fuel surcharges
  • Porterage
  • Tipping/Gratuities (please refer to tour notes for a recommended guideline)
  • Personal Expenses
  • Departure taxes
  • Hotel charges for minibar or any extra charges
  • Visas (unless specified)
  • Any other services not clearly mentioned in the inclusions above

Accommodation based on the below or similar

Jerusalem

Tourist Class - Gate / Rimonim Shalom

Moderate First Class - Grand Court / Leonardo

First Class - Crowne Plaza / Dan Panorama

Galilee

Tourist Class - Kibbutz Kfar Giladi

Moderate First Class - Kibbutz Kfar Giladi

First Class - Kibbutz Kfar Giladi Boutique

Tel Aviv

Tourist Class - Sea.Net / Olympia

Moderate First Class - Metropolitan / Grand Beach

First Class - Crowne Plaza / Dan Panorama

Amman

Tourist Class - Liwan

Moderate First Class - Grand Beach

First Class - Regency Palace

Petra

Tourist Class - Amra Palace

Moderate First Class - Nabatean Castle

First Class - Petra Marriot

* Modest dress is required for entrance to holy sites - Men: Long Pants; Women: Skirt or long pants and shoulders covered
* Order of sightseeing may be amended depending on local travel restrictions and security clearance. The hotel selection may change – please use this as a guideline only

Israel is a country of pilgrimage for the three main religions of the world. It is a country where locals and those visiting have diverse political, cultural and religiously opinions. These generally reflect the cultural or religious belief of the person you are talking to. When travelling on tours please be aware that cultural sensitivities and attitudes of those on the tours, and those operating the tours may differ from those you personally have.

The majority of sights visited on tours have religious significance to more than one religion and denomination. The tours are generally non-denominational.

Visa procedure on entry into Israel - Electronic Gate Pass
It is essential that clients thinking of visiting Iran, Lebanon or Syria do not have a stamp showing entry into Israel.

For passengers who wish not to have their passports stamped with an Israel visa, Israel authorities have developed the “Electronic Gate Pass” as a substitute for the visa stamp. With the press of a button, a card is printed at the Border Control station and includes the principle details of the traveller as in the first page of the passport. Such details are picture, full name, date of entrance and type of visa.

The form may not be printed automatically by the agent in charge at the border control booth, so it is important that clients specifically ask for the card to be issued if they do not wish to have their passport stamped.

The Electronic gate pass is available at Ben Gurion Airport and at the various land crossings into Israel.

The card is a proof of tourist status and must be retained at all time by the tourist while in Israel.

It allows tourists to purchase goods and be exempt from VAT. When planning a purchase, the card must be shown (but not handed in) in order to receive tourist privileges such as return of VAT for hotel services, car rentals as well as at specially registered duty free shops throughout the country.

Arrival Transfers
If for any reason you do not meet your transfer representative, please approach the “SMILE” office which is located behind the information counter in the baggage reclaim hall. Please do not leave the baggage reclaim hall or pass through Customs before you meet our representative, as once you are outside it is very difficult to locate you.
Smile Airport Assistance: 972-3-975 4020


West Bank and Occupied Territories
Checkpoints and crossing into the West Bank and Occupied Territories: There are some travel restrictions in place in Israel, Sometimes access to attractions or cities may be restricted or limited by the security forces. These situations are outside the control of the operator and in the event of such circumstances they will endeavour to offer an alternative or reschedule a tour.

Bethlehem – Israeli guides and drivers may not be allowed to enter Bethlehem. Tours are generally operated by locals who also own their own local shops. We are reliant on using the locals for the tours and therefore spending part of the tour in a local merchant shop is part of the experience.
Old Jerusalem – Due to parking and road restrictions in Old Jerusalem transfers and sightseeing coaches have limited access. You may be required to walk a short distance to meet tours or transfers.

Hotels and Services in Israel :
Although Israel is considered a First World country, the standard of hotels and service especially in the tourist and first class categories are more reflective of the region. Breakfasts may be buffet or middle eastern breakfast (more like a continental breakfast with egg, bread and cheese). The demands on infrastructure in these regions are quite high and may lead to issues relating to maintenance or reliability of supply. Hotel staff whilst efficient may appear brusk and unwelcoming in comparison to other destinations.

Coach Tours:
Please note that Israel coach tours may operate with clients staying in different hotels in each location. People on the tours may also have different inclusions.

Hotels on Coach Tours:
Please use the hotel information on coach tours as a guide. In some cases these hotels are substituted for alternatives of the same or higher standard without notice.

Day tours in Israel
Most day tours in Israel operate from both Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. Depending on which direction the tour is travelling you may have an early start. Transportation between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem (vv) may be with a driver only.

Border Crossing Procedures
For full details on border crossing procedures please refer to the Innovative Travel Notes. Unsure you have some hard currency on hand to pay departure and or arrival taxes.

The Allenby Bridge Border Crossing from Jordan or Israel is the most difficult and inconsistent border crossing in the region. This border crossing may take between 1-3+ hours depending on the time and day of travel. This may cause problems in finding the transfer drivers as although they are prearranged drivers are limited in the time they are able to wait at the border.

If you are more than 90 minutes at the border it is important to contact the transfer driver on the number provided in your documentation to reconfirm the drivers location as they are unaware if you have already passed through immigration.

Dress Codes
Modest dress is required for entrance to holy sites – Men: Long pants, Women – skirt or long pants and shoulders covered.

Trip prices and dates are correct at the time of the website going live, however all offers are subject to reconfirmation at the time of booking. Note prices usually display available discounted rates if any, (eg. Early Bird Deals if applicable). All featured tour itineraries and offers maybe subject to change due to seasonal variations without notice, or due to local conditions or other conditions. Please confirm all details at time of booking. Travel insurance is mandatory for all Innovative Travel bookings. All passports must be valid for 6 months prior to your return to your home country. Visas are the responsibility of the traveller. Special VIP meet and assist offers are valid for New Zealand passport holders, for other nationalities please check at the time of booking. For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Booking Conditions page.

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