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As we celebrate Israel’s 70th anniversary in 2018, we rejoice in its vigor, maturity, longevity, energy, advances, culture, creativity and permanence. It will be our pleasure to welcome you in Israel so that you may see for yourself the country’s dynamism and achievements. We at Isram Israel have been celebrating with Israel for decades. Back then, our role was to take groups of Americans to see the wonders of an old-new land. Today, working out of both Tel Aviv and New York, we’re able to bring to the American visitor all the very latest of what is happening in Israel – and also make it relevant to American tastes and expectations. In the second decade of the 21st-century, our most popular offerings continue to be our group tours. But many travelers choose to come individually. Or they come in a small group of friends or family. They come to celebrate a special family occasion, or jump in a car and go it alone, or hike or bike, or sample some of the world’s hippest restaurants, or just sprawl in a world class resort. Isram Israel unveils a wealth of opportunities, angles and methods of discovering not only the traditions that made Israel the Holy Land, but also the everyday wonders that makes Israel one of the most earth-shatteringly modern, culture-rich and high-tech countries on the planet. So however you want to travel, this booklet has it all. From the holy to the holistic. From the religious to the outrageous. From the spiritual to the spirited. The Bible is the book that thousands of years ago made Israel what it is. And this newest Isram Israel brochure contains your key to finding, seeing, experiencing and falling in love with every corner, every facet of this miraculous land. Come celebrate Israel’s 70th anniversary. And see it knowing you’re traveling in the care of the country’s most experienced, dedicated, imaginative and respected travel company. Ilana Apelboim Shaanan Kraus Simon Wynick General Manager, USA Chief Executive Officer Managing Director Rosh Hanikra F Acre F F Safed F Haifa F Tiberias Sea of Galilee Caesarea F F Nazareth Ajloun Netanya F F F Megiddo Jerash Sheikh F Herzliya F F Hussein Crossing Tel Aviv F F Jaffa Allenby q h Mediterranean Sea Bridge F Ben Gurion Airport h Amman Jerusalem F Bethlehem F Mt. Nebo F Madaba Masada F Israel Dead Sea F Kerak F Beersheba Mitzpe Ramon F F Petra Egypt Jordan F Wadi Rum F Eilat F Aqaba 4 | www.isramisraelusa.com Contents Isram Israel FAQs 6-7 About Hotels … 10-12 WEEKLY GUARANTEED TOURS Prelude (Thu or Sat) – 9 Days 14-17 Minuet (Fri) – 10 Days 18-19 Overture (Thu) – 11 Days 20-21 Rhapsody (Wed) – 12 Days 22-23 Serenade (Tue) – 13 Days 24-25 Fantasia (Mon) – 14 Days 26-28 Jerash Symphony (Sun) – 15 Days 30-32 Sheikh F Symphony (Wed or Thu) – 15 Days 34-36 F Hussein Israel plus Eilat & Petra – 13, 14 & 15 Days 38-41 Crossing Touring by Private Car 42 SPECIAL INTEREST TOURS The Ultimate Family Bar/Bat Mitzvah Tour – 11 Days Featuring Free Trip for Bar/Bat Mitzvah Child 43-45 Tour of the Month – 11 Days – NEW 46-47 F Mt. Nebo Israel 360° – 15 Days – NEW North to South, East to West, this in depth tour of Israel has got it all. 48-50 F Madaba Discover the Holyland by Private Car - A Christian Spiritual Tour – 12 Days – NEW . 52-53 Israel Heritage by Private Car - A Jewish Interest Tour – 12 Days – NEW . 54-55 Holyland Pilgrimage – 9 or 12 Days 56-57 Tierra Santa – 9 Days – NEW 58-59 F Kerak Plus Jordan Extension (En Espnañol) – NEW 60 ISRAEL & BEYOND Israel & Jordan – 13 Days 62-63 Historic Journey – Israel, Jordan & Egypt – 15 Days – NEW 64-66 Exploring Jordan by Private Car – 2-4 Days 68-70 Cairo City Package With Day Tour to Luxor – 4 Days 72 Egypt & The Nile – 8 Days 73 ISRAEL INDEPENDENTLY Crowne Plaza Hotels Promotion 67 VIP Club Services By Laufer 71 Best of Eilat – 3 & 4 Nights Stays plus Petra (Jordan) One-Day Tour from Eilat 74-75 Private Shore Excursions By Private Car with Private Guide 76-77 Dan Hotels Special Savings & Ultimate Luxury Package 80 Hertz Self-Drive Car Rental 79 Prima Hotels Promotion 81 HOTELS A-LA-CARTE Hotels a-la-carte throughout Israel 82-95 GENERAL TRAVEL INFORMATION Isram Israel Private Custom Tours for Groups & Individuals 103 Dan Hotels “Goldan 7” Promotion 104 Travel Insurance 105 General Information 106-107 Isram Israel (844) 9-ISRAEL www.isramisraelusa.com | 5 FAQs Port of Jaffa We’ve updated the most “Frequently Asked budget and help you make the perfect choice. And Questions” and hope that much of what while you’re browsing the hotel choices, take note of you’ve been wondering about will be covered the special room categories included at many of these fine hotels, some with use of the exclusive Executive in these 2 pages. lounges! Exceptionally this year, some extra perks are The tour programs referred to are our ever- offered by each hotel which you’ll find in the listing on so-popular Israel Prelude, Minuet, Overture, pages 10-12. Rhapsody, Serenade, Symphony and Israel Plus Eilat and Petra. Our staff is at your service Q: What is not covered in the price of to assist in making your travel experience with these tours that will cost me extra? Isram Israel, second to none. A: Our tour inclusions are very clearly outlined on every program so that there is no guess work. Cutting corners and offering a list of “optional” services for an Q: How do I know which hotel will be extra cost is not our thing. We believe in providing you with the best value for every dollar you spend and mak- the most suitable for us? ing sure that the most interesting sites in Isram Israel A: We’ve made a careful selection of the topmost hotels are covered on the program you’ve selected. Prior to in the country, according to price ranges. And we’ve even departure you’ll receive our special “Bon Voyage Gift added the newest most trendiest properties to the selec- Pak” including information on suggested gratuities tion. Each property is centrally located, has a welcoming (guide, driver, hotel personnel) which are not included lobby lounge, fine dining outlets and a swimming pool. in the cost of your tour. Tips for included meals are So you can’t go wrong. Let us know if you favor the more covered by Isram. Rest assured that on an Isram Israel traditional old-world charm hotels or the contemporary tour, you’ll see and experience more than you’ll ever style hotels with that modern vibe. We’ll consider your imagine. 6 | www.isramisraelusa.com Isram Israel (844) 9-ISRAEL Q: Where can I rent a phone for Israel? be over 15 passengers so that they can easily hear the guide from any position. We’ll be happy to let you know A: Many are now using their own cell phone provider’s the group size expected on your tour closer to departure. services to tap into special deals allowing them to utilize Just give us a call. their own mobile phones abroad. Don’t forget the various apps (Whatsapp, Viber, etc.) allowing you to stay con- nected without extra cost as long as you’ve arranged for Q: Are Visas required for Israel or international service to be available during your trip. Jordan and Egypt? Feel free to use the services of IsraelPhones for your A: For American or Canadian Citizens, visas are not re- cellular phone rental or for the purchase of a SIM card. quired for Israel. Visas are required for Jordan and in most Call 1-800-897-9393 or go to www.israelphones.com/ cases, Isram Israel will be responsible to secure this visa IsramIsraelusa.htm on your behalf as detailed in the description of your tour. For Egypt, visas are obtained upon arrival at the Cairo air- Q: Where will I be met when I arrive port at a reasonable charge. For all travelers, you must be in Israel from abroad? in possession of a valid passport with an expiry date not earlier than six months following the date of your return. A: Our representatives will meet you inside the baggage claim area and will accompany you to secure your lug- gage and to the awaiting vehicle for the transfer to your Q: Do you offer Trip Insurance? hotel. And on departure from Israel, you’ll be amazed at A: We do and at an affordable rate that is not regulated our special VIP service at Ben Gurion Airport. No waiting by age or how much your tour costs. One flat rate which on long security and airline check-in lines. We’ll whisk you will include flight insurance if it’s booked with Isram Israel. right through and then, you’ll relax and enjoy the great See page 105 for full details. amenities in the private Dan VIP Lounge while you await your flight’s departure! Q: I have a late evening flight back. Q: Can we save and have the kids stay Must I check out of my room at noon? in the room with us? A: Most U.S. bound travelers find that the night flights are more convenient than the day flights and domestic A: Third bed (roll-a-way) or a pull-out love seat is avail- connections are more accessible.