The
Holy Land
10-Day Holy Land Tour
May 12 - 21, 2012 with Dr. Larry Reynolds
DAY 1, SAT, MAY 12 USA/TEL AVIV
Departure from U.S. gateway city on our jet to the Holy Land. (meals aloft)
DAY 2, SUN, MAY 13 TEL AVIV/NETANYA
We arrive in Tel Aviv and travel north to Netanya for dinner and overnight at the King Solomon Hotel overlooking the Mediterranean. (meals aloft,D)
DAY 3, MON, MAY 14 CAESAREA/MT. CARMEL/MEGIDDO/NAZARETH/TIBERIAS
This morning we drive north along the Mediterranean coast to tour the city ruins of Caesarea, ancient capital of Roman Palestine, and see the theater, aqueduct, hippodrome (which could seat over 20,000 people), and Crusader fortress. We then climb Mount Carmel and visit the traditional site of Elijah’s battle with the prophets of Baal. Here we also enjoy the sweeping panoramic view of the Jezreel Valley from atop the mountain. We travel on to the ruins of Megiddo, the Biblical Armageddon, where we see Ahab’s stables and the famous water system. We conclude our day in Nazareth, site of the boyhood of Jesus, for a visit to Mary’s Well at St. Gabriel's Church, and the Church of the Annunciation, commemorating the location where Mary was visited by the Archangel Gabriel. We stop at a baptismal site on the River Jordan before proceeding to Tiberias and the Kibbutz Maa'gan on the shore of the Sea of Galilee. (B,D)
DAY 4, TUE, MAY 15 MT. OF BEATITUDES/DAN/CAESAREA PHILIPPI/SEA OF GALILEE/CAPERNAUM/ TIBERIAS
After a visit to the Mount of Beatitudes, we travel towards the foothills of Mount Hermon to Old Testament Dan, which marked the northern limit of the land of Israel. Here we see a mud-brick gate from the Bronze Age - the time of Abraham, the cultic high place attributed to kings Jeroboam and Ahab, and an inscription mentioning King David. We proceed to Banias (Caesarea Philippi), where Jesus said, “I will build my church...” We travel back through the Golan Heights past Gadara, one of the Decapolis cities. Matthew describes the miracle of Jesus delivering demon-possessed men who were "of the country of the Gadarenes." A highlight of the day will be a lunch of St. Peter's fish. This afternoon we visit the ruins of ancient Capernaum where the greater part of Jesus’ ministry of teaching and healing took place. We see the ancient synagogue and the excavations of Peter’s house. From there we continue to Tabgha, the traditional site of the multiplication of loaves and fishes and also see the nearby Church of the Primacy of St. Peter. We drive past Magdala, home of Mary Magdalene, and stop at the Kibbutz Ginosar to see the 1st-century "Jesus Boat," which was discovered in 1986 partially buried in the muddy shores of the Sea of Galilee. From here, we enjoy a memorable boatride on the Sea of Galilee back to Tiberias for dinner and overnight. (B,L,D)
DAY 5, WED, MAY 16 QUMRAN/EIN GEDI/MASADA/DEAD SEA
We travel south through the Jordan Valley past New Testament Jericho, believed to have been at the mouth of the Wadi Kelt, where Herod had his winter palace. From here we can see the Mount of Temptation. We visit Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered, and then we continue to the oasis of Ein Gedi, where David hid from Saul and chose to spare his life. Driving further south along the Dead Sea we reach Masada (now a UNESCO World Heritage site) and ascend by cable car to visit the magnificent ruins of the fortress where Jewish defenders made the last stand of the Judean revolt against the Romans. We check in to the Leonardo Hotel along the shore of the Dead Sea with the remainder of the day at leisure to relax on the beach and swim in the Dead Sea. Dinner is included at the hotel this evening. (B,D)
DAY 6, THU, MAY 17 BEDOUIN VISIT/ARAD/BEERSHEVA/MARESHAH/ELAH VALLEY/JERUSALEM
This morning we experience Bedouin hospitality at Kfar Hanokdim, with a camel ride in the desert and refreshments served by our gracious Bedouin hosts. From there we go to Arad, a Canaanite city and Israelite citadel in the Negev of strategic importance due to its location along ancient roads. We visit Beersheva, city of the Patriarchs and capital of Negev, and then continue to Mareshah to see the Bell Caves, remains of ancient quarries. Our route to Jerusalem takes us through the Elah Valley, where the Philistines and Israelites faced off and where David defeated Goliath. We continue to Jerusalem, the "Holy City," and the Prima Royale Hotel for dinner and overnight. (B,D)
DAY 7, FRI, MAY 18 MOUNT OF OLIVES/GETHSEMANE/MT. ZION/BETHLEHEM
We travel past the Hebrew University and on to the Mount of Olives. At the top, we visit the Church of Pater Noster, whose walls are decorated with 140 ceramic tiles, each one inscribed with the Lord's Prayer in a different language. We walk down the traditional “Palm Sunday Walk” where Christ made his triumphal entry into Jerusalem, stopping at the Garden of Gethsemane with its ancient olive trees and the Church of All Nations. We then visit Mount Zion and the traditional Room of the Last Supper. We travel to Bethlehem (political situation permitting) and the Church of the Nativity, built over the traditional site of the birth of Christ. We drive by the Field of Shepherds, where the angel announced the birth of Jesus to shepherds, and return to Jerusalem for dinner and overnight. (B,D)
DAY 8, SAT, MAY 19 DEAD SEA SCROLLS/
VIA DOLOROSA/GARDEN TOMB
This morning we drive past the Knesset, the Israeli Parliament building, and visit the Shrine of the Book, which houses the original Dead Sea Scrolls. We also take some time to view the scale model of Jerusalem in the 1st century. In the Old City we visit St. Anne's Church and the Pools of Bethesda, and then we follow the Via Dolorosa, seeing Pilate’s Judgment Hall where Christ was imprisoned and concluding at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. We end our day at Gordon’s Calvary and the Garden Tomb, where in an inspiring service we celebrate the resurrection of our Lord. We return to our hotel for dinner and overnight. (B,D)
DAY 9, SUN, MAY 20 CITY OF DAVID/WESTERN WALL/DAVIDSON CENTER/YAD VASHEM/ABU GOSH/TEL AVIV
We begin this morning at Caiaphas' palace, where Jesus was first brought before the high priest. We then visit the City of David, the narrow hill near the Western Wall where Jerusalem "began." Here we view walls, towers, and fortifications that protected the city from enemies, pass through the water systems, see the Gihon Spring, and encounter the personalities and dwelling places of the city as reflected by archaeological discovery and in the Bible. At the Temple area we view the Western Wall and walk through the excavated Rabbinical Tunnels. We then visit the nearby Davidson Center, situated at the entrance to the Jerusalem Archaeological Park, one of the largest and most significant archaeological sites in the country. Nearby are the “Southern Steps,” leading to the original main entrance of the Temple Mount in the Second Temple period. It is certain that Jesus climbed these steps when he visited the temple in Jerusalem. We conclude our afternoon at the Holocaust Museum, Yad Vashem, a documentation in many forms of the history of the Jewish people during the Holocaust period. This afternoon we drive to Abu Gosh, a Christian-Arab village built on a mountainside that is synonymous with hummus - and not simple hummus but a wonderful, delightful mixture served in a variety of ways and with spicy garnishing! We enjoy dinner here and then transfer to the airport for our overnight flight to the USA. (B,D)
DAY 10, MON, MAY 21 RETURN USA
We arrive back in the USA and continue on to our hometown. (meals aloft)
All sites listed in the itinerary will be covered but the sequence and days may be altered to adjust to religious holidays, special closings of sites, air schedules, etc. Hotels listed subject to confirmation. This tour is not recommended for those who have mobility limitations since it includes significant amounts of rigorous walking on uneven terrain. If a passenger is unable to get on and off the bus and walk without the assistance of another individual, the passenger must bring someone with them to assist them.
TOUR CONDITIONS
PRICE OF BASIC 10-DAY TOUR: $3,339 from Dallas.
NOT INCLUDED IN BASIC TOUR PRICE: Supplement for departure from city other than those listed above. Most lunches; single room supplement; excess baggage and forwarding of baggage; passports; personal items such as laundry or tips for personal favors; travel protection plan; any costs resulting from absence or deviation from the itinerary; and any items not shown herein as being included.
DEVIATION ITINERARY: Any adjustment in standardized air or land itinerary will carry a $100 fee (for each change) in addition to any additional expense required. This fee is applicable for research projected and/or accepted. To ensure efficient handling of these requests, Dehoney Travel, Inc. will require that a tour deposit be received before a deviation request can be processed.
AIR TRANSPORTATION: IATA Economy class, applicable on El Al, Iberia, Delta, Continental, or other IATA carrier. Supplement may apply for departure from cities other than those listed above. U.S. securities, customs and departure tax, fuel surcharge and Israel departure taxes of approximately $610 are included in the tour rate and are subject to any change that may be imposed prior to departure.
TOUR DOCUMENTS: The name on your air ticket must exactly match your name as it appears on your passport. You must forward a copy of the photo/informational page of your passport within two weeks of enrollment on the tour. If applying for a new or renewed passport, send the copy as soon as you receive your new passport.
HOTELS: First-class/four-star. Price is based on double occupancy. While Dehoney Travel, Inc. will try to match roommates, we cannot guarantee that a roommate will be available. In this case the payment of a single supplement will be required. When available, single rooms are often smaller than doubles. Single supplement, $590.
MEALS AND SIGHTSEEING: Breakfast and dinner daily; lunches as listed in day by day itinerary. Full sightseeing with luxury buses, English-speaking guides, and entrance fees to places visited on sightseeing described in the itinerary are included in the tour. Gratuities to guide, driver, hotel personnel, etc. in the amount of $120 are included in the tour rate.
BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE: Because of space limitations on buses and new airline regulations, we have included porterage for only one check-on bag (combination width, length and height not to exceed 62 inches and 50 pounds) in tour cost. You may also take one carry-on which will fit under your airline seat or in the overhead compartment.
PAYMENT: Payment can be made by cash or check. A deposit of $500 per person is required at least 90 days prior to departure in order to confirm tour membership. Within 90 days, space may be limited and/or a supplement in airfare may apply. Balance of tour price is due upon receipt of final invoice (approximately 10-12 weeks prior to departure). In the event that you wish to pay by credit card, you must pay a 3% surcharge to cover merchant processing fees.
DELAYS, CANCELLATION AND REFUND: Dehoney Travel, Inc. is not responsible for changes and delays in airline schedules and cannot reimburse passengers for expenses resulting from delays, re-issuance of air tickets, etc. In event of cancellation, there will be a fee of $100 for Dehoney Travel, Inc. to cover administrative costs. In addition, the following scale of charges may apply when notice of cancellation is given in writing after the booking is confirmed: up to 121 days prior to departure - $100; 120-61 days - $500; 60-46 days - 25% of total tour price; 45-31 days - 50% of total tour price; 30 days-day of departure/no show - 100% cancellation penalty.
All cancellation notifications must be made in writing to Dehoney Travel, Inc. Please allow 4 weeks for cancellation refund processing. After ticketing of international and domestic air, a cancellation penalty of 100% of air fare is in effect. On or after the date of departure there can be no refund for any service not used.
TRAVEL PROTECTION PLAN: As many U.S. health carriers do not provide benefits while outside the country and cancellation penalties can be substantial for many tours, Dehoney Travel, Inc. offers a Travel Protection Plan, TripCare, through Access America. The Option to Waive Pre-existing Condition Exclusion requires purchase of Travel Protection within 14 days of deposit. You may decline the Travel Protection Plan, but a signed disclaimer is required and all charges for cancellation or medical treatment/transport while traveling are your responsibility.
RESPONSIBILITY: Dehoney Travel, Inc. (DT), agrees to arrange for the tour described in this brochure, which brochure represents the entire agreement between the passenger and his agent, the Tour Host and DT. Except for the willful negligence of its direct employees, DT assumes no liability or responsibility for any injuries, inconveniences, illness or irregularity or incidental damages occasioned by circumstances beyond the control of DT or any person or reason whatsoever, including, but not limited to, events such as strikes, revolts, wars, travel warnings, terrorist activities, natural disasters, closures of airports or hotels, or omission of any common or private carrier or the default, negligence, or omission of and by any third party providing services or facilities related to or included in this tour or any part thereof, or in arranging for the same, or the acts or omissions of the Tour Host.
No person, other than an authorized representative of Dehoney Travel, Inc. by a document in writing, is authorized to vary, add, or waive any term or condition in this brochure, including any term or condition set forth in the preceding provisions.
*Subject to Governmental, IATA, ARC and airlines regulation requirements in effect at the date of and during the tour. Tour price based on group minimum 16 passengers, current air fares and cost of land arrangements as of August 12, 2011 and is subject to any increases that may be imposed prior to departure.
For further information, contact:
Dr. Larry Reynolds
6620 Purbeck Trail, Denton, TX 76210
Phone: (940) 594-5207
Email: larryreynolds77@msn.com
www.larryreynolds.org
Arrangements by:
Dehoney Travel
3008 Charlestown Crossing, New Albany, IN 47150
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