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Home , Capernaum, Little Petra, Mount Carmel, Rosh HaNikra Islands

SEPT. 28 - OCT. 8, 2021

with optional POST-TOUR Journey Through

100% REFUND GUARANTEE See reservation panel for details.

Discover the People and Perspectives of Israel & The Iowa State University Alumni Association is not the Tour Operator. The Iowa State University Alumni Association is not the Tour for changes of flight times, fare The Association is not responsible delays, reservations, changes, dishonor of airline, hotel or car-rental losses, injuries, inconveniences, cessation of operations, airline or tour operators bankruptcies, actions of government agencies and officials, acts of God, or any other event beyond its control. The Association acts only as agent for the participants with respect for changes of flight to travel services, and it shall not be responsible changes, dishonor of airline, hotel or other reservations, times, fare damage, loss of baggage, accidents or for the acts defaults injury, any person or entity engaged in conveying participants carrying the Association shall not Further, out other arrangements of the tour. for losses or additional expenses of the participant due be responsible actions of acts of terrorism, strike, civil unrest, to sickness, weather, government agencies and officials, quarantine, acts of God, or other causes beyond its control. for alteration in the itinerary The Association shall not be responsible as deemed necessary for carrying out the tour and right is reserved to The right is further reserved to substitute hotels of similar quality. payment in which case the entire cancel any tour prior to departure; without further obligation on its part. The right is also may be refunded any person as a member of to decline accept or retain reserved health, actions or general deportment the tour should such person’s of the other impede the operation of tour or rights welfare will be made for the unused portion of any tour. participants. No refund Applicants for participation on this tour accept in full all of the conditions set forth above.

Orbridge takes seriously the responsibility to minimize our global environmental impact. Each year to minimize our global environmental Orbridge takes seriously the responsibility we plant 100,000 trees in U.S. State Forests with afforestation needs as Learn at orbridge.com/going-green. among our evolving sustainability efforts. more an on-going initiative As we embark on this new world of group travel, the health and well-being of our our of well-being and health the travel, group of world new this on embark we As For a detailed our top priority. guests, our team, and the communities we visit remain listing of the enhanced safety measures and hygiene protocols specific to our tours, please visit orbridge.com/wellness. Shellie Andersen Engagement of Business Development and Constituent Vice President Dear Traveling Cyclones, Dear Traveling to Israel—a on a trip of a lifetime fellow alumni and friends Please join and a cultural treasures, with natural beauty, destination that abounds history. remarkable Desert and the grand remnants sands of the Judean the scorching From Maritima to the most humble aspects of of in learn, opportunities to explore, incredible will have so many —we has to offer. and sample all that Israel meaning, we’ll stay at religious history and of great In between areas and shop at some at amazing restaurants, accommodations, dine incredible charm, and bazaars and markets filled with color, of the most intriguing excitement. Space is limited. With than $800 per couple, we significant savings of more reserve your spot today so be certain to anticipate this tour will fill quickly, in with family and friends who may be interested this brochure and share traveling with you. phone at (866) 639-0079 or Reserve online at iowastate.orbridge.com, by form. by using the enclosed reservation Sincerely,

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Your 11-Day Itinerary Golan Day 1: Depart U.S. / En Route Heights (D) Day 2: Arrive in , Israel Nazareth Settle in, welcome dinner Megiddo Overnight: InterContinental David Caesarea

Day 3: Tel Aviv / Jaffa / Wahat al-Salam–Neve (B,L) Shalom Tel Aviv Jaffa Guided touring, discussion on peace, Amman Optional Jorda n evening at leisure Wahat al-Salam– Post-Tour Neve Shalom Overnight: InterContinental David JORDAN Day 4: Caesarea / Daliat Carmel / /

Rosh HaNikra / Tiberias (B,L,D) village, Bahá’í gardens, sea ISRAEL grottoes Overnight: The Scots Hotel

Day 5: / Tabgha / Capernaum / Safed / (B,L,D) Mount of , Galilee cruise, Golan Winery tour and tasting Golan Winery Overnight: The Scots Hotel

Day 6: Beit She’an / Megiddo / Nazareth (B,L,D) Archaeological ruins, Basilica of the , Well of the Virgin Mary, open-air museum visit Overnight: The Scots Hotel

Day 7: Masada / Qumran / Jericho / Jerusalem (B,L) Cable-car ride, Scrolls Yad Vashem Neve Tzedek site, mosaics, monastery visit Overnight: Orient Jerusalem

Day 8: Jerusalem: Mount of / / Mount Zion / City of David (B,L) Church and touring, Josaphat Valley, David’s Tomb and the Cenacle Overnight: Orient Jerusalem

Day 9: Jerusalem: The (B,D) Western Wall, Temple Mount, Davidson Center, Kotel Tunnels, Via Dolorosa Overnight: Orient Jerusalem Day 10: Jerusalem / Bethlehem (B,D) Holocaust Memorial, Israel Museum, Church of the Nativity, Banksy’s Hotel, farewell dinner Overnight: Orient Jerusalem

Day 11: Jerusalem / Tel Aviv / Depart for U.S. (B) (B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)

Activity Level: Activities are generally not very strenuous, but a fair amount of walking can be expected. It is our expectation that guests on this program are able to follow a guide through paved and unpaved streets, and even and uneven terrain, at an average pace for two hours and walk up and down stairs without assistance. Due to the nature of some structures, handrails may not be present, and facilities for people with disabilities may be limited. Masada Cable Car , Jerusalem Discover• Visit Israel and the , learning from Israelis and Palestinians, and engaging with multiple perspectives to shed light on a turbulent region.

• See some of the most sacred sites of the three major monotheistic religions: , , and Judaism.

• Embrace the stunning panoramic view of the Bay of Haifa from Mount Carmel.

• At Rosh HaNikra on the Mediterranean coast, take a scenic cable-car ride down to the sea grottoes to explore the fascinating geological formations that developed over thousands of years.

• Tour Jericho, known as the oldest city in the world with settlements dating back to 9000 BCE. Admire the stunning mosaics among the remains of Hisham’s Palace, and visit an ancient Greek Orthodox monastery built into the face of the Mount of Temptation.

• Peruse the extensive archaeological ruins at Beit She’an, including a 7,000-seat Roman amphitheater and a Byzantine bathhouse.

• Explore many highlights of Jerusalem’s Old City, including the Western Wall, Dome of the Rock, and the Via Dolorosa.

• In Bethlehem, visit the Church of the Nativity and the Shepherds’ Field, then tour the graffiti art on the border wall. Ruins at Caesarea

Interact• Learn about life in Palestine at Tent of Nations, an educational and environmental family farm

•What’s 9 nights luxury Included hotel accommodations

• 9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 6 dinners including a special farewell dinner

• All small group activities and excursions listed on the 11-day itinerary, including admission

• Excursion transportation

• Gratuities to Orbridge Travel Director, local guides, drivers, porters, and wait staff for included meals

• Group airport transfers for guests arriving and departing during the suggested times

Masada Cable Car (subject to change) Accommodations INTERCONTINENTAL DAVID Directly across from the Mediterranean Sea, the InterContinental David boasts of an outstanding array of amenities, including elegantly appointed guest rooms, premium dining options, fitness room, and proximity to the city’s vibrant open market, the lively entertainment hub at Tel Aviv Port, and boutique stores in nearby Neve Tzedek.

THE SCOTS HOTEL Enjoy modern rooms, courteous hospitality, magically serene surroundings, and splendid views at The Scots Hotel in Tiberias. Established by the Church of Scotland in 2004 in the historical compound of the Scottish Hospital, this property uniquely combines 19th-century basalt buildings with contemporary, stylish amenities. During leisure time, stroll the botanical gardens that overlook the Sea of Galilee.

ORIENT JERUSALEM Offering panoramic views of old and new cities, the Orient Jerusalem welcomes guests with beautifully appointed guestrooms and suites. The property’s central location is ideal, and there are several excellent restaurants and shops within walking distance. Visitors rave about the scrumptious breakfast buffet, innovative architecture, and abundant amenities.

Capernaum Optional Post-Tour Jordan

Petra Enter this welcoming world of wonder—one that has played host to endless streams of visitors, from ancient times to the present. Enjoy additional time to discover remarkable antiquities and monuments, dramatic sandstone desert landscapes, and the lowest point on dry land—the Dead Sea.

(subject to change) Roman Amphitheatre Post-Tour Itinerary Day 11: Jerusalem / Tel Aviv / Flight to Amman (L,D) Guided city tour Overnight: InterContinental Jordan Hotel

Day 12: Amman / / Ajloun / Amman (B,L,D) Roman city ruins, 12th century castle Overnight: InterContinental Jordan Hotel Day 13: Amman / Madaba / Mount Nebo / (B,L,D) Mount Nebo Orthodox Church of Saint George, Byzantine mosaics, Memorial Church of Moses, Jordan Valley Overnight: Mövenpick Resort Petra

Day 14: Petra (B,L,D) Guided city tour Overnight: Mövenpick Resort Petra

Day 15: Petra / Little Petra / Dana / Dead Sea (B,L,D) Nabatean frescoes, stone village, biosphere reserve, Dead Sea leisure time Dana Overnight: Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea

Day 16: Dead Sea / Amman (B,L) Leisure time, late evening group transfer to Amman’s Queen Alia International Airport for tomorrow’s early morning flights home Day Room: Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea Day 17: Depart for U.S.

Dead Sea What’s• Internal airfare Included from Tel Aviv to Amman • 5 nights luxury accommodations plus a day room on departure day • 5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners • Admission to all sites listed in the 6-day itinerary • Touring by an English-speaking guide • All gratuities and porterage • Airport transfers for guests departing during the suggested times Journey Through Israel Category Standard Rate Special Rate* Classic $5,399 $4,995 SEPTEMBER 28 - OCTOBER 8, 2021 Premium $6,199 $5,795 Jordan Post-Tour: October 8-14, 2021 Single Classic $6,899 $6,495 Single Premium $8,399 $7,995 Premium category includes upgrades at InterContinental David (to Executive Room), Reserve by Credit Card: The Scots Hotel (to Deluxe Room), and Online: Orient Jerusalem (to Old City View Room). iowastate.orbridge.com Availability is limited; first-come, first-served. Phone: (866) 639-0079 Fax: (206) 452-5655 Jordan Post-Tour Category Standard Rate Special Rate* Reserve by Check: Double $4,299 $3,995 Made payable to Orbridge, LLC Single $5,599 $5,295 Mail to: Orbridge, P.O. Box 10339 Bainbridge Island, WA 98110

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Reservations, Deposits and Final Payment. To secure your reservation, deposits are due upon placing a reservation as follows: $850 per person per program and $500 per person for any pre-tour and/or post-tour. Deposits are payable by check, ACH, wire transfer or major credit card. Final payment, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour, optional excursion(s) fees and optional electives, is payable by check, ACH or wire transfer and is due no later than 90 days prior to the program’s scheduled departure date. If your reservation is made between the final payment due date and the program’s scheduled departure date, the full cost of the program, plus any pre-tour and/ or post-tour, optional excursion(s) fees and optional electives, is due at the time of registration, payable by check, ACH or wire transfer. Final payments made by credit card are subject to a 2% transaction fee. If final payment is not received by Orbridge by the final payment due date, Orbridge may, at any time and with or without notice, cancel your reservation in its sole discretion with no right of refund. CST#2098750-40 WST#602828994 Reservation Cancellations and Refunds. All cancellations must be submitted to Orbridge in writing. If the cancellation notice is received by Orbridge: (a) more than 90 calendar days prior to the program’s scheduled departure date, all monies paid to Orbridge for the main program and for any pre-tour and/or post-tour will be refunded in full; (b) between 90 and 60 days prior to the scheduled departure date, a 25% cancellation fee will be applied to the full cost of the program, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour, and the balance will be refunded; (c) between 59 and 30 days prior to the scheduled departure date, a 50% cancellation fee will be applied to the full cost of the program, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour, and the balance will be refunded; (d) within 29 days prior to the scheduled departure date, a 100% cancellation fee will be applied to the full cost of the program, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour. In addition to and not in lieu of the foregoing, a Cancellation Fee equal to 100% of the carrier charge applies to all non-refundable airfares due to your cancellation made at any time prior to the scheduled program departure date, as applicable. Refunds, if any, will be processed within 30 calendar days of our receipt of your written notice. For complete Terms & Conditions, visit terms.orbridge.com | Copyright © 2021 Orbridge, LLC | www.orbridge.com | (866) 639-0079

*Special group rate; limited offer. Rate is per person based on double occupancy except where noted as Single, in U.S. dollars. Single availability limited. Airfare not included. For the post-tour, internal airfare from Tel Aviv to Amman is included. Airfare otherwise not included. **A complement to the educational component of this journey, Expedition Libraries are curated collections of useful resources and background reading tailored to this program. Place your deposit on or before the specified date, and one Expedition Library per household will be sent after receipt of final payment. Libraries may be purchased; please call for details. IAST.ISR.21 Journey Through Israel FREEAN ExpeditionEXCLUSIVE EARLY Library RESERVATION BONUS SEPTEMBER 28 - OCTOBER 8, 2021 Reserve your space by August 13, 2021 Special Alumni Rate: Save more than $800 to receive the FREE Orbridge Expedition per couple Library we’ve assembled for this program.**

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