Included

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WHAT'S INCLUDED

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AIRPORT TRANSFER

An airport greeting and private transfer to our Jerusalem hotel is complimentary for travelers arriving by flight to Ben Gurion Airport on the:

  • First day of the program (Thursday) between 6:00am–4:20pm
  • Day before the program (Wednesday) between 6:00am–5:35pm
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HOTEL ACCOMODATIONS

Centrally located with porterage included
Classic and Premium options offered – Learn More

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EDUCATIONAL STAFF

A licensed Israeli guide accompanies the group on 24 x 7 basis*
A youth counselor joins groups with over 25 participants

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TOURING BUS

Deluxe motorcoach with AC and an experienced Israeli driver*
Saturdays in Jerusalem and Tel Aviv are walking tour days. Groups with 10 or fewer travelers may be accommodated with a guide who is the driver of an appropriate-sized touring vehicle.

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TWO DAILY MEALS

Including tax and tips at restaurant meals
For those adding the Eilat Extension, only breakfast is included

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ALL PROGRAMMING

Site entrance fees and all touring experiences noted in the itinerary

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ISRAEL SOURCES & RESOURCES BOOKLET

Preview the booklet in advance of your trip

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APPLICABLE TAXES

An additional VAT (tax) applies for Israeli citizens at group hotels
Border-crossing fees are not included in the Petra Day Tour

*The Eilat Extension (i.e. Days 11-12) is generally not escorted apart from the optional Petra Day Tour, which is provided via a trusted local partner.

WHAT'S NOT INCLUDED

Local medical insurance (optional)
Get peace of mind with a local health insurance policy and receive medical care without any co-pays, deductibles, or paperwork. LEARN MORE
Travel protection (optional)
Prepare for the unexpected with a travel protection plan where children age 17 and under are included at no additional cost with a paid adult. LEARN MORE
Flights to/from Israel
Meals not included in the itinerary
Hotel incidentals
Israeli staff gratuities
Suggested $100-$150 per traveler

HOTEL PACKAGE OPTIONS

Herods Hotel in Tel Aviv

CLASSIC HOTELS

Offered on all dates

4-star equivalent hotels

Centrally located hotels

Carlton Hotel Tel Aviv

PREMIUM HOTELS

Offered on select dates

Mostly 5-star equivalent hotels

Centrally located hotels

PACKAGE NOTES

  • View the projected hotels we are offering by date.
  • When more than one hotel package option is offered on the same dates, travelers will be accommodated in separate groups with separate staff teams.
  • The maximum group size is 35 travelers and the average group size is 25 travelers.
  • We reserve the right to consolidate hotel package options on the same dates with a complimentary package upgrade

ROOM CONFIGURATION NOTES

DOUBLE OCCUPANCY ROOMS

  • Will be accommodated with either a queen/king-sized bed or two twin-sized beds depending on your rooming request.

TRIPLE OCCUPANCY ROOMS

  • At least one full-paying traveler is required in the room for the discount to apply to children ages 17 and under.
  • Triple rooms are typically standard-size rooms and can be configured with either two twin beds and a roll-away bed or one queen-style bed and a roll-away bed.
  • No discount applies for triple rooms without a child who is age 17 and under, but in some cases, the room provided will be a larger-sized room.

QUAD OCCUPANCY ROOMS

  • According to hotel rules, two full-paying travelers and two travelers age 13 and under must be present to qualify for a quad occupancy room and the associated discounts.
  • Quad rooms are slightly larger than standard rooms, and they are subject to limited availability. Typical quad rooms have one bathroom and can be configured with either two twin beds and a two-person sofa bed or one queen-style bed and a sofa bed.
    Families of four who prefer more space and/or an extra bathroom should opt for two adjoining double rooms, however, no child discounts will apply.
  • Some hotels may not offer a quad occupancy room, in which case, two double rooms will be provided, and the quad occupancy discount will still apply, assuming the age rules are met.
  • Quad occupancy rooms have limited availability and are not guaranteed.

TOUR DURATION OPTIONS

Israel Family Journey can be experienced as an 8, 10, or 12-day tour. Here’s how it works:

TOUR ARRIVAL DATE

The program begins at either 12:00pm or 6:00pm at our hotel in Jerusalem on Thursday. Travelers are encouraged to arrive on Wednesday to acclimate and participate in the early touring on Thursday – and an additional Jerusalem hotel night is available on Wednesday evening. A complimentary airport transfer to our Jerusalem hotel is provided on Wednesday for flights arriving between 6:00am-5:35pm and on Thursday for flights arriving between 6:00am-4:20pm.

8-DAY PROGRAM

The 8-day itinerary covers Jerusalem, the Judean Desert, the Galilee, Golan Heights, Rosh Hanikrah, and Haifa – concluding as we arrive to Tel Aviv on Thursday evening. No hotel in Tel Aviv is included on Thursday night unless it is requested as an extra booking.

10-DAY PROGRAM

The 10-day itinerary covers Jerusalem, the Judean Desert, the Galilee, Golan Heights, Rosh Hanikrah, Haifa, and Tel Aviv. The 10-day experience concludes on Saturday evening. No hotel in Tel Aviv is included on Saturday night unless it is requested as an extra booking.

12-DAY PROGRAM

The 12-day itinerary covers Jerusalem, the Judean Desert, the Galilee, Golan Heights, Rosh Hanikrah, Haifa, Tel Aviv, and Eilat (via an included domestic flight). An optional guided day tour of Petra is available as an add-on. The 12-day experience concludes on Monday evening. No hotel in Eilat is included on Monday night unless it is requested as an extra booking.