Pastor Jared Burwell and Pastor Thame Fuller, 11-Day Immersive Experience in the Holy Land, February 26 - March 7, 2024

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A Special Invite from Pastor Jared Burwell & Pastor Thame Fuller:

It is our joy to invite you to join us for a journey of a lifetime to Israel! In March 2024, we are going to embark on an 11-day spiritual adventure to walk where Jesus walked and experience the Bible coming to life as we visit such locations as Jerusalem, Jericho, and the region around the Sea of Galilee. Other highlights include visiting Akko, Masada, and the Dead Sea. Prepare to be astounded by the rich history that will envelop you at every turn. It promises to be a trip that will impact your life forever.

Without a doubt we are packing a lot into these days, making the most of our time in the Middle East. This is not just a vacation; it will be a spiritually rich experience that will shape and stretch your faith, broaden your perspective on God's Word, and give you insight into the geopolitical complexity of this land. More than anything, we desire for this to be a concentrated time of discipleship with you and the Living Christ.

Let's experience this together, shall we?
Pastor Jared & Pastor Thame

DAILY ITINERARY

February 26 - March 7, 2024

DAY 01 (FEB 26): BEGINNING OF OUR TOUR - Depart the USA (Seattle and DC) for Tel Aviv.

DAY 02 (FEB 27): INTO THE LAND OF THE BIBLE - Arrive in Tel Aviv where you will be met at the airport for transfer to your hotel. Dinner and overnight in Netanya.

DAY 03 (FEB 28): CAESAREA/MEGIDDO/AKKO - Drive north along the Mediterranean coast to gorgeous Caesarea Maritima. Visit the Roman theater as well as Herod the Great’s seaside palace and its ruins. Continue to Mt. Carmel where Elijah challenged the prophets of Baal. Stop in ancient city of Akko (Acre) for a lunch of hummus and falafel. Visit the Templars' Tunnel, an extraordinary underground passageway built by the Knights Templar, a Christian military order. Enjoy a boat ride out of the historical port and envision how the coastal city appeared to ancient sea-faring vessels. Proceed to Megiddo “Armageddon”, a very important strategic point on the Via Maris connecting Egypt and Damascus. Journey to Mt. Precipice where you will have a panoramic view of Nazareth, Cana, and the Jezreel Valley. Dinner and overnight in Tiberias. Lunch provided. 

DAY 04 (FEB 29): UPPER GALILEE - In the morning, begin at Mt. Arbel for a morning quiet time. Next, journey to the Golan Heights in Upper Galilee. Visit the sources of the Jordan River at Caesarea Philippi. Proceed to Tel Dan and stop for lunch in a Druze City. In the afternoon, visit Mt. Bental to see across the border in Syria and the site of one of Israel’s famous battles. Time permitting, travel around the Sea of Galilee and see Kursi, the site where Jesus cast demons into a herd of pigs. Dinner and overnight in Tiberias.

DAY 05 (MAR 1): SEA OF GALILEE /BEIT SHE’AN - The morning begins with a boat ride on the calm surface of the Sea of Galilee. Visit Capernaum, the town where Jesus started His ministry and performed several miracles. Among the ruins, see the house of Peter and the location of the synagogue where Jesus taught. Continue to Tabgha, the site of the Multiplication of Loaves and Fish and the Primacy of Peter where Jesus appeared to his disciples after the resurrection. Drive to the top of the Mount of Beatitudes overlooking the Sea of Galilee and the surrounding area. Visit Beit She’an, the leading city in the Decapolis and place where the Philistines hung the bodies of King Saul and his sons on the city walls. Begin the journey south to Jerusalem, taking in the scenic countryside. Pass beneath the Mount of Olives and savor the dramatic entry into the Holy City. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem. Lunch provided. 

DAY 06 (MAR 2): MOUNTAINS OF JERUSALEM/HERODIUM - Begin the day on the Mount of Olives at the Chapel of Ascension. View the Kidron Valley and take in the spectacular views of the Temple Mount. Follow the Palm Sunday path stopping at Pater Noster, Dominus Flavit, the Garden of Gethsemane, and the Church of All Nations. Take lunch in Bethlehem and visit the Church of the Nativity. In the afternoon, visit the Western Wall and Western Wall Tunnels. If time permits, walk a portion of the Ramparts Walk on the city walls and/or proceed to Herodium, Herod’s mountain hideaway. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem. Lunch provided. 

DAY 07 (MAR 3): EN GEDI/MASADA/DEAD SEA - Travel East of Jerusalem to hike to David’s Waterfall at the lush oasis of En Gedi. See the caves of Qumran where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered by a shepherd boy. Proceed to Masada, the desert fortress built by Herod the Great and used by Jewish zealots as a stronghold during the revolt. Stop for a unique experience at a farm that keeps camels. Enjoy a beautiful drive along the shores of the Dead Sea and stop at the lowest point on earth to float in the healing, mineral-rich waters. Return to Jerusalem for dinner and overnight. Lunch provided. 

DAY 8 (MAR 4): JERUSALEM, THE HOLY CITY - In the morning, visit the Southern Steps to see remnants from the days of the Second Temple, which was destroyed by the Romans in 70 AD. Ascend to the Temple Mount where Solomon's Temple was built on Mount Moriah. See the Dome of the Rock enclosing the Rock of Sacrifice and the Mosque of Al Aksa. Enjoy lunch in the old city. In the afternoon, visit the Church of Saint Anne, the Pool of Bethesda, Lithostrotos, and Antonia Fortress. Follow the Via Dolorosa with its culmination at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Return to the hotel in Jerusalem for dinner and overnight. Lunch provided.

DAY 09 (MAR 5): JERICHO/VOLUNTEERING - Get an early start and travel along the ancient “Bloody Way” into the wilderness of the Judean Desert. Spend the morning serving alongside a Christian non-profit doing humanitarian work in Jericho. Visit Wadi Qelt and view the Valley of the Shadow of Death. Eat lunch in Jericho, the oldest city in the world, and see the ruins and excavations of the ancient city. Take the cable car to the monastery and viewpoint of the Mount of Temptation where Jesus was tempted by Satan. Proceed to the Jordan River for an opportunity to be baptized in the same location as Jesus. Return to Jerusalem to view a large-scale model of the ancient city and take a somber tour through the Yad Vashem museum. Lunch and dinner provided. 

DAY 10 (MAR 6): MOUNT ZION/GARDEN TOMB – Begin at Mount Zion with a visit to the Upper Room, the presumed Tomb of King David, and the House of Caiaphas, where Jesus spent his last night before his crucifixion. Finish the day with a poignant visit to the Garden Tomb, where a communion service will be held. Enjoy a special farewell dinner with your guide and driver. Overnight in Jerusalem.

DAY 11 (MAR 7) - TEL AVIV/USA Transfer to Tel Aviv Airport for your return flight home with your luggage packed with keepsakes and your heart full of memories from the journey of a lifetime!

NOTE: Schedule is subject to change due to various factors and your tour guide’s discretion.

PRICING:

• $5295 per person based on double occupancy.
  
• Single room supplement - $1295
• $500 per person with registration to secure space.
• 50% of the total amount is due on or before September 26, 2023
• Balance due on or before December 26, 2023

FLIGHT SCHEDULE:

Group 1 

• TK   8     26FEB   IAD-IST    2140 1540
• TK 788   27FEB   IST-TLV   1825 1925
• TK 785   07MAR  TLV-IST   1030 1355
• TK   7     07MAR  IST-IAD   1555 1915

Group 2 

• TK 204  26FEB    SEA-IST   1820 1720
• TK 864  27FEB     IST-TLV   1925 2035
• TK 785  07MAR   TLV-IST   1035 1355
• TK 203  07MAR   IST-SEA   1520 1650

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

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE REGISTERING

PASSPORTS: Passports must be valid with an expiration date of at least six months beyond the return home date of the tour. Participants with non-US passports are responsible for country-specific entry requirements. If you do not have a valid passport or need to renew your passport, enter "RENEWING" or "APPLIED FOR" when completing registration.

CANCELLATION POLICY: The $500 per person deposit is nonrefundable. Other payments exceeding the $500 per person are refundable in full up to ninety 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. All funds, including the deposit, are non-transferable.

AIR: The Standard Tour includes round-trip, economy-class airfare from the departure city listed in the itinerary. All group seating is assigned by the airline and cannot be changed by Signature Tours. Seat changes can only be made during check-in at the airport. Upgrades such as Comfort, Premium, Business, or First Class are not available with the standard tour. Participants who wish to upgrade or purchase a specific seat should choose the Land Only option when registering. Frequent flyer, TSA Precheck, and Global Entry numbers can only be added at check-in.

LAND ONLY: Participants who wish to arrange their own air should choose the Land Only option. $1000pp will be deducted from the standard tour price when selecting this option. Participants arranging their own air should notify Signature Tours at least 6 months prior to the departure date. Land Only Passengers arriving with or before the group are welcome to join the group bus at no additional charge. For those not traveling with the group, Signature Tours can provide contact information to arrange a private transfer.

GROUND/TRANSFERS: The group will be met by a Signature Tours representative and transferred to the hotel/airport. Land Only participants are responsible for scheduling ground transfers.

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 daily. Lunch is provided on days as noted in the itinerary. 

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

LUGGAGE: Space is limited on the tour buses. Participants are allowed one suitcase weighing 50lbs or less and will be transported in storage under the bus. Participants are allowed one backpack/daypack or personal bag to carry on the bus during the tour. These requirements will meet most airline carrier restrictions. See the carrier website for airline-specific baggage restrictions and requirements. Medical devices are not included in these restrictions. 

TIPS, SERVICE CHARGES, AND TAXES: Tips, service charges, and taxes ARE INCLUDED in the selling price. Taxes, as imposed by national and/or local governments, that are not included at the time of booking are the responsibility of the participant.

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.

HEALTH REQUIREMENTS: This tour requires a substantial amount of walking. Many of the sites are not accessible by wheelchair, and the uneven terrain is not feasible for rollators. Signature Tours reserves the right to refuse individuals who may require special attention beyond what the tour guide and tour host can provide.

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.
* Travelex Insurance Services, Inc CA Agency License #0D10209. Insurance coverages underwritten by Zurich American Insurance Company (NAIC # 16535).

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