JERUSALEM, MASSADA, AND DEAD SEA MINI ISRAEL TOUR 3 TOURS DAYS | 2 NIGHTS Valid: Mar 1, 2018 – Feb 28, 2019
Wednesday Mt. of Olives / Old City / Bethlehem Start the day with a magnificent panoramic view from Mount of Olives. Drive to the Old City; Visit the Tomb of King David and the Room of Last Supper on Mt. Zion. Enter the walled city and walk through the newly restored Jewish quarter. Visit the Roman Cardo, the Herodian quarter and continue to the Western Wall. Walk along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of Holy Sepulchre. Continue to Bethlehem*; view Rachel's Tomb and proceed to visit the Church of Nativity and Manger Square. Overnight in Jerusalem.
Thursday Israel Museum / Knesset / Mt. Herzl / Yad Vashem Drive to the Israel Museum; Visit the Shrine of the Book, where the Dead Sea scrolls are housed, and the miniature model of Jerusalem as it was during the Second Temple period; Proceed for a tour at the Knesset, Israel's parliament. Continue to visit Mount Herzl cemetery and Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust. Drive through Mea Shearim, the ultra-orthodox neighborhood in Jerusalem and learn about their unique lifestyle. In the evening enjoy a Middle Eastern dinner followed by the spectacular "Sound & Light" show* at the Tower of David Museum. Overnight in Jerusalem.
Friday Qumeran / Massada / Dead Sea Drive through the Judean desert to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, almost 1300 feet (400 meters) below sea level. Stop at Qumeran to visit the site where the Dead Sea scrolls were found. Drive along the shores of the Dead Sea to Massada. Ascend by cable car and tour the ancient fortress where the Zealots made their last stand against the Romans before committing mass suicide in 73 AD. Descend by cable car. Continue to the Dead Sea; Cover yourself with the mineral rich mud and experience a swim in the Dead Sea* that many believe has its therapeutic effects. Return to Jerusalem.
Gil Tours Travel, Inc. 1511 Walnut St. 2nd fl, Philadelphia PA, 19102 w: www.giltravel.com t: 215-568-6655 t: 1-800-223-6655 f: 215-568-0696 www.facebook.com/giltravel JERUSALEM, MASSADA, AND DEAD SEA MINI ISRAEL TOUR 3 TOURS DAYS | 2 NIGHTS Valid: Mar 1, 2018 – Feb 28, 2019
Tour includes:
• 3 touring days with a government licensed English speaking guide in an air-conditioned vehicle • 2 over nights in a 4 star hotel on bed & breakfast basis (Prima Kings/Royale or similar). • Middle Eastern dinner • Sound & light show at Tower of David Museum • Entrance fees as per program detailed above.
Rates & Conditions:
RATE PER PERSON IN DOUBLE IN SINGLE THIRD* $ 685 $ 845 $ 656 *At Prima Royale rate for 3rd will be: $805
• For tours departing on April 11, 18, 25; May 2, 9, 16, 30; October 10, 17, 24, 31; November 7, 14, 2018 the following supplements will apply : $ 15 p/p in dbl ; $ 25 for sgl ; $ 12 for third. • High Season supplement: o $80 per person will apply December 20, 2018 – January 5, 2019 • Minimum 2 passengers required. • Guaranteed confirmation up to 2 weeks prior to the tour; after then upon availability. • Tour starts from Jerusalem Wednesday and ends in Jerusalem Friday o For pick up OR drop off in Tel-Aviv additional charges will apply for transfers: - $ 107 per person in double; $ 214 for single; $ 35 for third. • The tour will not be operated on the following dates: March 28; April 4; May 23; September 12, 19, 26; October 3, 2018 . Cancellation fees: 24 hours or less - 50 %. • Passengers should arrange their own travel, luggage and health insurance. • Luggage: 1 suitcase and 1 hand bag per person. • Tours are conducted in English only.
Gil Tours Travel, Inc. 1511 Walnut St. 2nd fl, Philadelphia PA, 19102 w: www.giltravel.com t: 215-568-6655 t: 1-800-223-6655 f: 215-568-0696 www.facebook.com/giltravel