Pastors William Wolfe & Melannie Jackson with Tour Guide Eran Salamon, 11-Day Journey to Israel, Sep 12 - 22, 2022

Operated by Bible Land Tours

“Experiencing His Presence” September 2022

We are going back to Israel! The opportunity has come; the way has been opened again for one of the greatest experiences we can have in this life as followers of the Lord Jesus Christ, a pilgrimage to the Holy Land. 

Whether it is your first time or a return visit “Experiencing His Presence” is a devotional tour designed not only to see the sites, learn the history and walk where Jesus walked but to deepen our understanding, strengthen our faith and experience the touch of our Messiah’s presence.

With Eran Salamon, the best tour guide in Israel, guiding and giving us tremendous historical facts and insight, with special times of worship at selected locations led by Pastor Melannie Jackson, and with daily devotional and application thoughts given by your pastoral tour leaders. 

Please join us in the Holy Land for an amazing time of “Experiencing His (Our Lord’s) Presence.” 

-Pastor William Wolfe!

DAILY ITINERARY
11-DAY “EXPERIENCING HIS PRESENCE” TO THE HOLY LAND
September 12-22, 2022

DAY 01: BEGINNING OF OUR TOUR – Depart Seattle for Tel Aviv, Israel.

DAY 02:  INTO THE LAND OF THE BIBLE – Arrive in Tel Aviv where you will be met at the airport for transfer to your hotel. Dinner & Overnight: Ramada, Hadera's Hotel.

DAY 03: CENTRAL COAST & JEZREEL VALLEY - Tour the ancient ruins of Caesarea Maritima National Park, Judah's province's capital city during Jesus' time. Worship where Peter met Cornelius, the first gentile baptized by the Holy Spirit [Acts 10]. Visit the Palace where Paul preached and was detained for more than two years [Acts 23: 33-35]. Encounter God on Mt. Carmel where Elijah challenged the Baal Prophets, and God answered with fire from heaven [1 Kings 18]. After Lunch, tour Tel Megiddo National Park and learn about the Canaanite period and Israel's Kingdom. Look out over the Valley of Armageddon [Jezreel Valley] as you gain new insights into biblical prophecy. Look out over Jesus' hometown of Nazareth from Mt. Precipice. Drive through the beautiful Galilee landscape to our hotel overlooking the Sea of Galilee. Dinner & Overnight: Ramot Resort Hotel. Lunch provided.

DAY 04: THE SEA OF GALILEE - We will start the day with a hike in the Arbel Cliff National Park where we will have a fantastic view of the Sea of Galilee area. After meaningful teaching, we will have an opportunity for prayer and worship. We will continue to Tabgha – Ein Shava ["7 springs"], where Jesus called the first disciples. Stroll along the lakeshore where Jesus prepared the Breakfast by the Sea [John 21]. Continue to Capernaum, Jesus town, and visit the famous synagogue and Peter's home. Visit Magdala, the recently discovered archaeological site, where you can see an authentic Jesus time synagogue. Stop for a delicious St. Peter's Fish lunch on the shores of the Lake. Take a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee where Jesus walked on water and calmed the storm. Rededicate your faith by being baptized in the Jordan as your entire group worships and praises God. Dinner & Overnight: Ramot Resort Hotel. Lunch provided.

DAY 05: GOLAN & NORTHERN BOUNDARY - We will start our day with a beautiful hike at Tel Dan National Park, the headwater of the Jordan, overlooking the Israeli-Lebanese border. Explore the fascinating ruins of ancient Dan where King Jeroboam put the golden calf. Follow Jesus to Caesarea Philippi [Banias] National Park where Jesus asked his disciples, "Who do people say that the Son of Man is?" [Luke 9:13]. Look over Mount Hermon, the Mount of Jesus' transfiguration. We will drive up to the Golan Heights and learn about the Israeli - Arab 6 Day War. Continue to Mount Bental, an Israeli stronghold on the Syrian border, and learn about the Israeli - Arab war of 1973 [Yom Kippur War]. We will end the day with a visit to Mount Beatitudes where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount. Dinner & Overnight: Ramot Resort Hotel. Lunch provided.

DAY 06: JORDAN VALLEY - After Checking out of our hotel, we will drive south along the Jordan River. Our first stop will be at an incredible archeological site - the ancient city of Beit Shean [Scythopolis] National Park, the capital of the Decapolis. We will continue south towards Jericho to visit Beth Abara National Park [Qaser El Yahud], also known as "Bethany beyond the Jordan." Here John the Baptist baptized Jesus [John 1: 28], the Israelites crossed the Jordan River [Joshua 3], and Elijah went up to heaven [2 Kings 2: 1-18]. After lunch, we will take a tour of Qumran National Park and learn about the incredible discovery of the "Dead Sea Scrolls," followed by early arrival at our beautiful hotel. Enjoy swimming and relaxation time at the Dead Sea, the lowest place in the world. Dinner & Overnight: Herods Dead Sea Hotel. Lunch provided. *On Saturdays & Holidays – late check-in – at least 2 ½ hours after Sunset

DAY 07: JUDEAN DESERT - Arrive early morning at Masada National Park [World Heritage Site]. Take part in Herod's fortress's unforgettable tour where the last battle between Jews and the Roman Empire occurred. We will then visit Ein Gedi Nature Reserve, the largest oasis along the Dead Sea's western shore with much biblical history. Visit Shiloh and worship, where the Tabernacle once stood, and Hannah prayed [1 Samuel 2: 1-10]. Continue to Mount Scopus overlook for explanations and praying over Jerusalem. Dinner & Overnight: Leonardo Plaza Jerusalem Hotel.

DAY 08: JERUSALEM - We will start our day on the top of the Mount of Olives overlooking Jerusalem from the east. After taking pictures, worship time, and explanations, we will walk down Palm Sunday Road. We will stop and visit the Church of Dominus Flevit where Jesus wept over Jerusalem [Luke 19, 37-42]. Continue to the Church of Gethsemane and the Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus have prayed before his arrest [Mark 14:32–42]. After lunch, we will proceed on a fascinating visit to the Israel Museum. Our visit includes the Shrine of the Book which houses the Dead Sea Scrolls, and the Model of Jerusalem at the end of the Second Temple period. Continue to an essential visit at Yad Vashem, the world holocaust remembrance center. We will visit “Righteous Among the Nations” Avenue, Holocaust Museum, and the Monument to the Children. Dinner & Overnight: Leonardo Plaza Jerusalem Hotel.

DAY 09: JERUSALEM - Start the day at the City of David National Park and explore the capital of the Kingdom of Judah. Our visit includes the Hezekiah Tunnel [optional], the Pool of Siloam, and the Pilgrims Street [New!]. We will continue to the Jerusalem Archaeological Park to see the Southern Stairs and the entrance gates of the temple. We will continue to have lunch at the old city Jewish Quarter. After lunch, we will go underground to explore the archeological excavations of the Herodian Mansion, Jerusalem's aristocracy's residences in the first century A.D. We will continue to a fascinating tour at the Western Wall Tunnels Excavations to see the Western Wall's foundations and significant remains from the Jerusalem that Jesus knew. We will end our day at the Western Wall praying area. Dinner & Overnight: Leonardo Plaza Jerusalem Hotel.

DAY 10: JERUSALEM - We will start our day with an unforgettable visit to the Temple Mount, the holiest place for the Jewish people. The Temple Mount was the focus of Jesus' activity in Jerusalem. Will walk by St. Steven's Gate to the Pools of Bethesda where Jesus healed the paralyzed man [John 5]. Praise God by singing with your group at the magnificent St. Ann's Church. Identify with the sufferings of Jesus as you walk through the Via Dolorosa and stop to pray at Pilate's Judgment Hall. After lunch, we will continue to a guided tour and communion ceremony at the Garden Tomb. It is a possible location of Jesus' death, burial, and resurrection. Return to hotel for dinner. Transfer to Tel Aviv Airport for your late-night return flight home. 

DAY 11: ARRIVE HOME - With your heart full of memories! 

NOTE: This itinerary is subject to change in the sequence of days, local conditions, and preferences of the tour leader. The hotels listed here may be replaced by hotels of a similar or higher standard. Questions?  (360) 477-8252

 PRICING:

• $4,495 per person based on double occupancy.
• Single room supplement - $1295
• $500 per person with registration to secure space.
• Additional payments can be made at your convenience
• 50% of the total amount is due on or before April 12, 2022
• Balance due on or before July 12, 2022

FLIGHT SCHEDULE:

• AC 514 12SEP SEA-YUL  800A  400P
• AC  82  12SEP YUL-TLV   610P 1115A  13SEP
• AC  83  22SEP TLV-YUL. 1250P  450P
• AC 515 22SEP YUL-SEA  650P  933P

• UA 4002 12SEP LEX/ORD 02:00P 02:33P
• UA 140 12SEP ORD/TLV 06:45P 02:00P
• UA 91 21SEP TLV/EWR 11:25P 04:15A
• UA 1859 22SEP EWR/IAD 10:10A 11:34A
• UA 3767 22SEP IAD/LEX 12:30P 02:09P

* Flight times, flight numbers, equipment, gates, and seats are subject to change. For the most current information check the airline website.

INCLUDED:

AIR: Roundtrip flight from departure city in the USA and return. Flights are subject to airline schedules and may change without notice. Upgrades may be requested after booking and are subject to airline availability. Seat selections are available only at check-in for most group bookings.

GROUND/TRANSFERS: The group will be met by a Signature Tours representative and transferred to the hotel. Land-only passengers are responsible for transportation to and from the airport/hotel.

HOTELS: Superior first-class hotels throughout. Priced based on two people per room with a private bath and shower.

SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: A limited number of single rooms are available at additional supplement prices. Signature Tours and/or the group leader will make every attempt to pair single participants requesting a roommate. However, the single supplement fee will be charged for each person occupying a single room, whether by choice or circumstance.

MEALS: Breakfast and dinner are provided at the hotel daily. Lunch is provided most days as noted in the itinerary. 

SIGHTSEEING: Entrance fees to all places of interest listed in the itinerary as well as an expert English-speaking guide.

PORTERAGE: See the carrier website for airline-specific baggage restrictions and requirements. Any fees for additional baggage beyond the standard airline allowance will be the responsibility of the individual. 

SERVICE CHARGES AND TAXES: Service charges added to the bill as required by hotel management. Taxes as imposed by national and/or local governments and/or administrations from the date listed on this brochure. Tips, taxes, and airport taxes ARE INCLUDED in the selling price. 

NOT INCLUDED: Excess baggage fees, passport fees, visa fees, food or drink items not listed on the regular table menu for included meals, and items of a personal nature such as room service, laundry, etc. Any service not indicated in the itinerary and/or the above list of included features.

PASSPORTS: Passports must be valid with an expiration date at least six months beyond the return home date of the tour. If you do not have a valid passport or need to renew your passport before the trip, enter "RENEWING" or "APPLIED FOR" when completing registration.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: Vaccine and testing requirements are established by the destination and/or transfer countries. These policies are not set by Signature Tours or our subsidiaries. Signature Tours will make every effort to inform tour participants of health requirements, including vaccinations and testing, for their respective destinations. However, participants are responsible for complying with current health, vaccine, and testing requirements for their tour destinations and return to the USA. Changes in health, vaccine, and/or testing requirements from the USA and destination countries before, during, or after the registration process do not affect the Signature Tours cancellation policy.

CANCELLATION POLICY: The $500 per person deposit is nonrefundable. Other payments exceeding the $500 per person are refundable in full up to sixty days prior to departure. After this date, refunds for unused accommodations and services will be limited to the amount received from and/or credited by all carriers, sightseeing operators, and hotels.

TRAVEL INSURANCE: Travel Insurance is not included in the purchase price. For your convenience, we offer travel insurance through Travelex Insurance Services. For more information and rates, please review the product flyer or Click Here to enroll in the plan.

RESPONSIBILITY: The selling agent, Signature Destinations Unlimited, Inc. hereinafter referred to as Signature Tours, acts as the selling agent for the operator Bible Land Tours providing means of transportation or other services offered or provided. The issuance and acceptance of such tickets shall be deemed to be consent to the further conditions that the selling agent, Signature Tours, and/or Bible Land Tours shall not be or become liable or responsible in any way, in connection with such means of transportation or other services, or for any loss, injury or damage in respect of any person or property howsoever, caused or arising. If the selling agent, Signature Tours, and/or Bible Land Tours make it desirable or necessary to change or cancel for non-payment, the travel plan or program, such change or cancellation may be made. Although the owners or contractors providing means of transportation or other services will take all possible care of passenger's baggage and belongings entrusted to their care, the selling agent, Signature Tours, and/or Bible Land Tours does not in any way accept responsibility in the event of loss or injury thereto.

* Travelex Insurance Services, Inc CA Agency License #0D10209. Travel Insurance is underwritten by Berkshire Hathaway Specialty Insurance Company, NAIC #22276. V94 

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