Highlights of the Holy Land March 21 – 30, 2017 $3,475 Per Person, Double Occupancy from Hartford

KM Tours Presents Highlights of the Holy Land March 21 – 30, 2017 $3,475 Per Person, Double Occupancy from Hartford

Your Customized Tour Package Includes  Round trip transportation to Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport  Round trip air transportation Chicago/Tel Aviv/Chicago  8 night escorted tour with deluxe motor coach and 4 star hotels throughout  Services of professional licensed Tour Guide throughout  Full sightseeing program including entrance fees where necessary  14 Meals - Breakfast and dinner daily  One night in the Mediterranean city of Tel Aviv  Three nights on the shores of the Sea of Galilee  Four nights in the magnificent city of Jerusalem

This is an exclusive travel program presented by InterTrav Corporation Tour Highlights  Tour the Ancient Ruins of Caesarea  Cruise on the Sea of Galilee  Mt. of Beatitudes, the scene of the Sermon on the Mount  Experience Yardenit the traditional baptismal site on the banks of the River Jordan  Cana where Jesus performed his first miracle  Nazareth the boyhood home of Jesus  Jerusalem the “City of God” - walk the Via Dolorosa and tour the Church of the Holy Sepulcher  See the Shepard’s Fields, Bethlehem and the Church of Nativity - Birthplace of Jesus  Float in the Dead Sea - travel to the top of Masada  Plus much more Come and Experience a Trip of a Lifetime!

Day By Day itinerary Tues., Mar. 21 – CHICAGO/EN ROUTE continue our drive to Tel Dan, the ruins of the northernmost Today we depart the Hartford area on our way to Chicago’s town in biblical Israel (hence the saying “from Dan to Beer- O’Hare International Airport, for the beginning of our sheba”). (B,D) amazing adventure to the Holy Land. (I) Sun., Mar. 26 – GALILEE/JERUSALEM Wed., Mar. 22 – TEL AVIV Today we begin in Cana where Jesus performed his first This afternoon we arrive in Tel Aviv where we are met by miracle at the wedding feast, before continuing to Sephoris, our Holy Land Tour Escort, who will accompany us the most important city in Galilee during the first 4 centu- throughout our exploration of the Holy Land. We will board ries AD, before driving on to Nazareth where Jesus grew to our motor coach for the short drive to our hotel in the manhood. Next we visit the excavations of the ancient Isra- Mediterranean resort city, of Tel Aviv for an evening at elite city of Beit Shean. In New Testament times the city leisure. (I,D) became one of the 10 cities of the Decapolis. We continue our tour southwards driving along the Jordan Valley via the Thurs., Mar. 23 – TEL AVIV/GALILEE ancient city of Jericho and up through the Judean Wilder- This morning we depart Tel Aviv and travel north along the ness to Jerusalem, the City of God. Before checking into shores of the Mediterranean Sea to the ruins of the ancient our hotel, we’ll stop at an observation point to take a first city of Caesarea Maritima, a city built by King Herod and glimpse over the City of Jerusalem, the capital city of which later became the seat of the Roman Governor. We Israel. (B,D) visit the extensive excavations of the site including the harbor, the Crusader City and the Roman Aqueduct. Then Mon., Mar. 27 – JERUSALEM (Jerusalem the Old City) we continue over the crest of Mt. Carmel, where the Proph- We begin this first day of our stay in Jerusalem with a drive et Elijah challenged the Priests of Baal. Our next stop is at to the top of the Mount of Olives to enjoy a majestic view Megiddo, the Harmageddon of the Book of Revelations over all of ancient and modern Jerusalem, the center of the which by Christian tradition is the site where the final great biblical world. We walk down the “Palm Sunday Road”, battle of the world will be fought. Next we continue our via the Chapel of Dominus Flevit where Jesus wept over drive to our hotel on the shores of the Sea of Galilee. (B,D) Jerusalem, to the Garden of Gethsemane where he prayed on the night of his betrayal. Next we enter the walls of the Fri., Mar. 24 – GALILEE (Sea of Galilee) Old City of Jerusalem, walking from the Pools of Bethesda The Sea of Galilee is rich in memories of Jesus’ ministry and along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sep- around its shores. We begin with a visit to the so-called ulcher. Next we visit the Davidson Center at the Jerusalem “Jesus Boat” the kind of fishing boat used by the disciples Archaeological Park showing us the amazing ancient histo- of Jesus, followed by a cruise on the Sea of Galilee to ry of Jerusalem, followed by a walk through the Western Capernaum. We visit the ancient synagogue and the Wall Tunnel which starts at the Warren Shaft and continues “House of Peter.” Then we stop for a while on the Mt. of under the Old City to reveal the city at the level it was 2000 Beatitudes, the scene of the Sermon on the Mount, and the years ago. We end this memorable day with a visit to the nearby ruins of Chorazim which was one of the small Jew- Garden Tomb and Gordon’s Golgotha. (B,D) ish settlements which did not listen to Jesus. Next we visit Kursi, in the “Land of the Gadarenes” before ending with a Tues., Mar. 28 – JERUSALEM (Bethlehem) stop at a baptismal site on the banks of the River Jordan at After breakfast we visit some of the archaeological sites in Yardenit. (B,D) the Old City of Jerusalem including the Garden of Ophel which has revealed many remains from the Herodian period Sat., Mar. 25 – GALILEE (Golan Heights) including the Hulda Gate and monumental steps which led A leisurely day on tour will take us north to the Golan up into the Temple Court. We also visit the Wohl Archae- Heights, a great combination of natural beauty and rich ological Museum, which has a remarkably vivid evocation history. From the top of Mt. Bental there is an observation of everyday life 2000 years ago. A visit to the Temple In- point of the “Road to Damascus.” Our next stop is at one of stitute is also on our program and we walk on through the the sources of the River Jordan at Banias, the site of Caesa- Jewish Quarter of the city to Mt. Zion for a visit to the Up- rea Philippi, where the Apostle Peter made his great confes- per Room, the Tomb of King David and the Church of St. sion of faith in Jesus as the Christ, the Son of God. We Peter-in-Gallicantu, the House of Caiaphas, where Jesus was interrogated by the High Priest. This afternoon we drive The Tour Price Includes: to Bethlehem, the royal city of David, where Jesus was born. We visit the Basilica of the Nativity and the Field of  Round trip transportation to Chicago’s O’Hare the Shepherds, where the Angel of the Lord proclaimed the International Airport. birth of the Savior. (B,D)  Economy-class air transportation by scheduled flights – Chicago/Tel Aviv – Tel Aviv/Chicago. Wed., Mar. 29 – JERUSALEM (Masada/Dead Sea)  Meals and light beverages served in-flight according to Today we travel to the most arid and inhospitable region of airline schedules. the Holy Land as we venture to the isolated mountain-top  Transportation by deluxe air conditioned private motor fortress of Masada and the Dead Sea, the lowest point on coach with accompanying Tour Escort. earth. We will take to the skies by cable car to visit Masada  Accommodations in first-class hotels in twin-bedded where the Jews chose to commit mass suicide rather than rooms with private bath or shower. submit to the Romans. We’ll descend to the Dead Sea,  Sightseeing as detailed in the itinerary and entrance touted since ancient times for the therapeutic qualities of its fees to included excursions. water and mud and we’ll have an opportunity to “dip and  Buffet breakfast each morning at our hotels, and eight float” in the salty water. On our return to Jerusalem, we’ll evening dinners as shown in the itinerary. stop to visit the remote site of the Qumran Caves where the  Luggage handling and porterage charges for one suitcase Dead Sea Scrolls were found by a shepherd boy looking for per person at hotels. a lost goat. This evening we enjoy a final dinner in the mag-  Airport departure taxes, security fees, and fuel sur- ical city of Jerusalem. (B,D) charges (subject to change) of $505, and taxes for in- Thurs., Mar. 30 – JERUSALEM/HARTFORD cluded ground services.

Early this morning we travel to Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion The Tour Price Does Not Include: Items of a personal Airport in preparation for our return journey home. No bet- nature such as passport fees; laundry and cleaning; telephone ter time to reflect on memories of our Holy Land Pilgrimage calls; tips to the motor coach driver, Tour Escort and local that will last a lifetime and new friendships made along the guide; luggage handling at airports; personal and baggage way. (I) insurance; meals other than those stated above; drinks with * * * Welcome Home * * * meals other than breakfast unless otherwise stated.

I = In-flight Meal, B = Breakfast, D = Dinner

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ARRANGEMENTS: The tour price is based on a minimum participation of 20 persons and includes planning, handling and operational charges and is quoted on the current rate of exchange, tariff rates and airfares in effect as of May 10, 2016. In the event of a marked increase or decrease in foreign currency or in tariff rates, the cost is subject to revision.

TOUR PRICING: This is a package tour in which land tour costs and special group airfares have been combined in the most advantageous way. Should you wish to take the land tour only or deviate from the package tour by changing your departure and/or return dates of travel, this will eliminate the advantages of the package tour price and special group airfares. There will be a service charge of $100 per person for altering the airline itinerary, plus any additional charges assessed by the airlines.

CREDIT CARDS: The tour price is a cash price. If you wish to use a credit card to pay for your vacation a 4% fee must be added to the tour price to cover the cost of accepting credit cards.

TRIP CANCELLATION, BAGGAGE AND MEDICAL INSURANCE: You have been given the option of purchasing Travel Protection at the time you sign-up for the tour. The insurance includes: Trip Cancellation/Interruption, Baggage Delay/Loss, Emer- gency Accident/Sickness Medical Expense, and Emergency Medical Evacuation. The premium for the plan is non-refundable and is based on a minimum participation of 10 travelers. For a complete description of coverage and to see all the covered reasons for cancellation, please call. 1-800-624-8338 or e-mail Mary at [email protected] .

CANCELLATION: If after making your initial deposit you find it necessary to cancel from the tour for any reason, there will be a charge of $100 per person up to 90 days prior to departure. For cancellation between 89 and 60 days prior to departure, there will be a cancellation charge of $300 per person. For cancellation within 59 days of departure, in addition to the $300 per person charge, there may be additional cancellation charges from the airline, hotel(s), or ground service companies up to the full value of your tour cost. IMPORTANT: Cancellations will not be accepted by telephone and must be sent in writing to: InterTrav Corpora- tion, 203 State Avenue, St. Charles, Illinois 60174, faxed to: 630/584-1573, or emailed to: [email protected].

PASSPORTS AND VISAS: Your tour requires a passport valid for six months after the return date of travel. If you do not already have your passport, or it will expire within six months of return date of the tour, we suggest you apply for a new passport. No visas are required for your tour. However, if you are a citizen of a country other than the United States, additional travel documentation may be required.

AIRLINE TICKETING: For ticketing purposes InterTrav requires a copy of the information page (photo page) of your passport. Once airline tickets have been issued and if a ticket requires a name change due to incorrect information supplied to our office, the traveler is responsible for any applicable airline charges.

SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING PRICING: The tour price as quoted is based on tariffs in effect for estimated 2017 prices as of May 10, 2016 Tour prices do increase every year, and it is therefore possible that increases could occur after the printing of this brochure in advance of your tour’s departure. InterTrav Corporation will do everything possible to avoid an increase in the tour cost. However, should increases occur in airfares, hotel prices, and/or coach transportation costs, they will be added to the tour cost and passengers will be notified accordingly. Should an increase in price occur, notifications will be sent to tour members in writing no later than 15 days prior to departure.

RESPONSIBILITY KM TOURS and/or INTERTRAV CORPORATION, 203 State Avenue, St. Charles, Illinois 60174 and/or any travel agency and/or supplier of services pursuant to or in connection with this itinerary shall not be responsible or become liable for any delay incurred by any person in connection with any means of transportation; nor for any loss, damage or injury to person or property by reason of any event beyond the control of any agency or supplier, or occurring without the fault or negligence of such agency or supplier. The right is reserved to substitute the airline to be used; the type of aircraft; and to alter the dates of the tour; the tour rout- ing; or to cancel the trip if a minimum number of bookings is not reached for either the air or land portion of this itinerary. The right is also reserved to substitute hotels for other hotels in available categories. Further, the right is reserved to decline to accept or to retain at any time any person as a participant on any tour or to cancel any tour. No refund will be made for voluntary absence from the tour unless arrangements are made at the time of booking. The schedules contained herein are subject to change without notice. All rates are based on current Tariff and Exchange rates in effect at the time of the printing of this itinerary and are subject to adjust- ment without prior notification in the event of changes therein or in changes in the number of participants on which the rates are based. The carriers concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board their plane or conveyance. The passage contract in use by carrier concerned, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the carrier and the purchaser of this tour.

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