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Jerusalem Marathon & Half Marathon 9 March 2018 JERUSALEM MARATHON TRAVEL PACKAGE WITH RACE ENTRY Prices Per Person Double/Twin share Double/Twin share Single Single (42km Runner) (21km Runner) (42km Runner) (21km Runner) 3* Hotel R 8 890 R 8 610 R 11 950 R 11 670 4* Hotel R 9 915 R 9 635 R 13 765 R 13 485 INCLUDES; 3 Nights (7,8,9 March) hotel accommodation with Breakfast & Dinner Entry to Jerusalem Marathon or Half Marathon on 9 March 2018 (Runners only) Travel Insurance for the period 6 – 11 March inclusive Penthouse Travel Sporting Tours Jacket * * subject to confirmation, style and item might change EXCLUDES; Passport & Visas (see FAQ) Flights Airport transfers (See FAQ) Tours (optional) Anything not mentioned in inclusions above JERUSALEM MARATHON & HALF MARATHON On Friday 9th March, the 8th edition of the Jerusalem Marathon will take place. There are various events scheduled this day: the Marathon, the Half Marathon, the 10km run, competitive 5km, popular 5km and family races. The Marathon starts from 07:00 and is one of Israel’s largest marathons. The various races pass by fascinating historical sites that illuminate 3,000 years of the history of Jerusalem, Israel's capital. The International Jerusalem Winner Marathon combines physical endurance with exquisite landscapes, fresh mountain air and unique culture and heritage sites such as the Israeli Knesset, Machane Yehuda Marketplace, Mount Scopus, the Old City, David's Tower, Haas Promenade and more. It is guaranteed to be a challenging, thrilling and unforgettable experience for all runners. The marathon (42.2km) starts at 7am and there is a 6 hour cut off time. Accommodation (3.5*) Our 3.5* hotel has 196 elegant and comfortable rooms furnished in a European style ideally situated in Jaffa Street, across the road from bus and tram stations, walking distance to Yehuda Market, the Old City, Wailing Wall etc and Sacher Park (race start/finish area). Race registration/Expo is approx. 7kms away and easily accessibly with public transport. This is a clean, comfortable hotel, simple and no frills with good food and free Wi-Fi. Accommodation (4*) Our 4* hotel has 217 well-appointed rooms, an elegant lobby lounge, International style restaurant and a bar. Situated on a busy street, 6-minute walk from the nearest tram stop, 2 km from the Dead Sea Scrolls at the Israel Museum and 4 km from Zion. Walking distance to Sacher Park (race start/finish area). Race registration/Expo is approx. 5kms away and accessible with public transport. This is a comfortable hotel and true to its 4* category. For reservations please contact Travelways Pty Ltd, t/a PENTHOUSE TRAVEL SPORTING TOURS Pop house, Unit, 2 Chenoweth Street, Durbanville, South Africa Tel: (021) 976 8110 Fax: (021) 976 0411 Email: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Website: www.runningtours.co.za FAQ Frequently Asked Questions Is Travel Insurance essential? How much is it? Travel insurance is included for the dates 6-11 March Nov inclusive, if you extend your stay you will be invoiced for the additional premium. What can I expect upon arrival in Tel Aviv? Airport transfers are not included in the package. Costs and suggested options will depend on how many we transfer at one time. More details will be provided nearer to the trip or can be provided on request. Please also refer to the itinerary for estimated costs. Can I extend my stay? Yes. Extra nights can be booked subject to availability. Also we can arrange tours. Costs are available on request Is there a reduction if I don’t want to enter the race but I want to travel with on this package? Yes, non-race participants who don’t want race entry would receive a discount of approx. R 1450 Can I purchase race entry only? We do not sell race entry only; it is sold together with flights/accommodation booked through us. What is the minimum entry age for the Jerusalem Marathon? 18 years for the marathon distance and 16 years for the half marathon (participants aged 16 -18 require parental consent) Do I need to qualify for the Jerusalem Marathon? No you don't, walkers and runners of all speeds are welcome. Cut off time to receive a medal and finish is 6 hours for the marathon distance and 3 hours for the half marathon. Do I need to register in Jerusalem prior to the race? Yes you need to go to the Pais Arena Jerusalem (either Tuesday or Wednesday) to register at the Expo. From 3* Hotel its approx. 7kms - take public transport. From 4* Hotel its approx. 5kms - take public transport. How do I get to the race start and back to the hotel after the race? From 3* Hotel walk approx. 20 minutes. From 4* Hotel walk approx. 15 minutes. Do I need a passport and visa? Yes you need a full valid passport with at least 3 blank pages and valid at least 6 months beyond your stay in Israel. South African and British passport holders do not require a visa to enter and stay in Israel for less than 3months (tourism). If unsure please ask and we will guide you but advice and assistance can only be a guideline as we do not have access to your personal history and passport/visa history. Travelways Pty Ltd, t/a Penthouse Travel Sporting Tours cannot be held responsible if travellers do not have the correct personal documents to travel. If you are travelling via another country or intend to travel of your own accord to another country during this trip please ensure you have the correct visas and personal documentation. All other nationalities need to please check their requirements. I want to book. What do I do next? Places are limited. IF YOU WISH TO MAKE A BOOKING PLEASE COMPLETE AND FAX/SCAN THE BOOKING FORM and PAGE 5 OF STANDARD T&C’S TO US TOGETHER WITH PASSPORT COPIES. Upon receipt of these documents (subject to availability) we will send banking details and a request for an initial 50% non-refundable deposit per person to secure. Balance of monies will be due before 31 December 2017. Airline tickets must be paid in full within 1 – 5 days of booking (dependent on airline rules and advised at the time of booking). To which bank account do I pay deposits? Details will be provided if your application is successful. For reservations please contact Travelways Pty Ltd, t/a PENTHOUSE TRAVEL SPORTING TOURS Pop house, Unit, 2 Chenoweth Street, Durbanville, South Africa Tel: (021) 976 8110 Fax: (021) 976 0411 Email: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Website: www.runningtours.co.za IMPORTANT-At the time of calculating travel package costs we take a projected exchange rate; base it on current government and supplier charges and fees. Therefore all prices quoted are estimates, subject to change and will be calculated in December 2017. All information given is provided by the suppliers, sourced from various websites and public access literature and deemed correct at the time of printing. Travelways Pty Ltd, t/a Penthouse Travel Sporting Tours cannot be held responsible if any of the information is not correct. Travelways Pty Ltd, t/a/Penthouse Travel Sporting Tours acts only as an agent between the passenger and the service provider. As such, we cannot be held liable for any loss, damage, accident, delay or inconvenience caused by the principal or by events outside of our control. Terms & Conditions apply as per Booking Form and Standard Business Terms & Conditions. © Copyright of Travelways (Pty) Ltd t/a Penthouse Travel Sporting Tours 1 August 2017 Page 2 of 2 .