PRICE: $3,560.00 per person based on double occupancy, excluding airfare.
Private room supplement: $1,654.00

AIRFARE: Estimated airfare from JFK to Tel Aviv = $1,100.00 - $1,300.00

HOTELS: First Class Hotels:

• 1 night on the shore of the Mediterranean 
• 3 nights on the Sea of Galilee
• 1 night at the Dead Sea
• 4 nights in Jerusalem

TOURING: Touring the sites of Israel in a comfortable private bus with a Biblically-knowledgeable tour guide.

Our rate includes:

·  Porterage at airports and hotels.

· 1 Arrival transfer: Ben Gurion airport – Herzliya/Netanya hotel.

· 1 Departure transfer: Jerusalem hotel – Ben Gurion airport.

· 9 overnights in deluxe hotels

· 9 days sightseeing

· Expert government licensed guide - English speaking

· Private deluxe air-conditioned motor coach throughout the tour

· Meal arrangements: Half Board, including full Israeli buffet breakfast and dinners at hotels daily

· Entrance fees as per your program below.

· Masada cable car round trip.

· Boat ride on the Sea of Galilee.

· Headsets.

· Tips to drivers, guides, hotel, and restaurant staff

Our rate excludes:

· Expenses of a personal nature

· Meals throughout the entire tour, other than those mentioned

· Travel and/or medical insurance

· Airfare

· Passport and visa fees

· Any other item not mentioned above

DAY 1:  Trans-Atlantic Flight - Depart from North America to Tel Aviv, Israel. Meals will be served in flight. 

DAY 2:  Arrival in Tel Aviv/Netanya - You will arrive at Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv. Time permitting, we'll see some sites such as Jaffa. Then we’ll head to your hotel in Netanya, where you will enjoy dinner and a good night's sleep. 

DAY 3:  Head North and to the Galilee - After a great Israeli Breakfast, we’ll continue to maritime Caesarea and to Mount Carmel (1 Kings 18) to hear about the Prophet Elijah. At noon, enjoy a typical Israeli lunch such as Falafel.  Your next stop is Megiddo, Biblical Armageddon (1 Kings 9:15, Rev. 6:16). From there onto Nazareth. Then dinner and accommodation at the Sea of Galilee.

DAY 4:  A Day in Upper Galilee - After breakfast, visit the Magdala Synagogue, Capernaum, Tabgha, Gadarenes and the Mount of Beatitudes. Time permitting, we will visit the new Bethsaida. Dinner and overnight in Tiberias.

DAY 5:  A Day in Galilee - After breakfast, we will go on a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. Then on to Caesarea Phillipi, Tel Dan, and Mt. Bental. Dinner and overnight in Tiberias. 

DAY 6:  Depart Galilee - Departing the Galilee to visit Beit Shean and Ein Harod, Jericho, and Kaser El Yehud Jordan River with an opportunity to be baptized. Then on to the Dead Sea for dinner and overnight. 

DAY 7:  Masada and Ein Gedi in the morning, climb by cable car to visit Masada (Herod's fortress and last point of Jewish resistance against the Romans). Hike up Ein Gedi (David’s hide out from Saul). Qumron. Then onto the City of Gold - Jerusalem, where we will view the old city from Mount Scopus, spending the remaining nights in Jerusalem.
 

DAY 8:  New City of Jerusalem - View of Knesset, Israel Museum, and 2nd Temple Period Model, Yad Vashem (Holocaust Museum), Valley of Elah and the stream where David chose his stones to fight Goliath. 

DAY 9:  Old City of Jerusalem - Ascend the Mt. of Olives, Walk along the Palm Sunday Way to the Garden of Gethsemane. Upper Room, house of the High Priest Caiaphas and the Church of Peter in Gallicantu. End the day at Golgotha and the Garden Tomb. 

DAY 10:  Final day in Jerusalem Visit Mt. Moriah, Temple Moria, Pools of Bethesda, City of David, Western Wall tunnel, Bethlehem.  Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem. 

DAY 11:  Travel back to North America 
Time to pack, eat our final breakfast and then head towards the airport. Return flight home with many great memories and lots of pictures to share. 

Cancellation Requests: All cancellation requests must be made in writing by email to tours@aliyahfoundation.org, or in writing, sent by mail to: P.O. Box 74111, Richmond VA 23236; payable to: Aliyah Tours.

Tour Arrangements
Air Travel is purchased separately. Our guests will be offered the opportunity to work with an expert ticketing agent to arrange the best flights and connections for this tour. 

Passports/Visa - You will be required to provide Aliyah Tours with a copy of your passport before (date TBD), which is 6 weeks before the tour. It can take as long as 10 weeks to process a passport application in the USA. Please expedite passport applications submitted after (date TBD). Also note: The State of Israel requires that your passport have an expiration date valid for at least 6 months after your date of departure from Israel. Other nationals should contact their consulate for visa information. For other destinations, please contact Aliyah Tours.  Aliyah Tours does NOT process visa applications. No inoculations are currently required for travel to Israel. Please contact public health authorities for further information or other destinations.

Deposits and Payments - A deposit of $500 is required from each traveler, along with your reservation form, to guarantee your space on the tour. The remaining balance is due in 2 payments:

Unexpected Airline Challenges
Airlines can and will make unexpected changes to travel itineraries due to weather, mechanical problems and staffing issues. Should your flight be delayed or canceled, it is up to the passenger to work directly with the airline to rebook flights to the intended destination. Aliyah Tours is not responsible for airline changes that cause delays, cancellations, late arrivals, baggage loss, and associated expenses. Group transfers are limited to the original arrival time and will not be available for rescheduled flights. (Air travel ticketing agents affiliated with Aliyah Tours are not responsible for rebooking your canceled or delayed flights.) Travel insurance is highly recommended to address all these challenges and the associated expenses for the traveler. 

Health and Mobility Challenges - This Tour has an Activity Level Rating of 3-4.

3- Moderate - Moderate tours accommodate guests who are moderately fit and are comfortable participating in long days of activity. Some physical exertion is expected.

4- Active tours are appropriate for guests who are physically fit, expect a vigorous pace, and longer tour days, including walking tours of up to 4 hours without a rest period on the motorcoach.

Tours in Israel include areas that have uneven footing, few handrails, rocky pathways, and some steep climbs. Click here for Holy Land Accessibility & Wheelchair Access Questions 

The streets and sites we visit are not wheelchair and walker-friendly. Most of our tours include 3-5 miles of walking per day. Guests with mobility challenges or other health issues should make private arrangements to travel with a caregiver who can stay with them if they need to opt out of a tour stop. Tour drivers will take breaks and lock up their buses when unattended. Guests cannot be left alone on an unattended bus should they choose to opt out. If you have health challenges, please consult an Aliyah Tours representative before you put down a deposit on a tour.  

For the safety, comfort, and enjoyment of all participants, our Israel tours involve a moderate to rigorous level of physical activity.  Travelers should be able to:

• Walk 3-5 miles per day over uneven terrain, steps, inclines, and archaeological sites
• Stand for extended periods during teaching and site visits
• Manage personal luggage, travel documents, and personal needs independently
• Navigate airports, airline procedures, security, customs, and flight connections without assistance from ministry staff
• Keep pace with a group schedule that may include early mornings and full travel days

We joyfully welcome travelers from many seasons of life.  However, Aliyah Foundation ministry staff and tour leaders are not able to provide personal travel assistance, airport navigation support, mobility assistance, medical supervision, or daily personal care. 

Travelers who anticipate needing assistance in any of these areas are asked to travel with a capable companion who can provide the necessary support throughout the journey. 

Our goal is to ensure every guest experiences Israel in a safe, meaningful, and spiritually enriching way. 

Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA-IL) Requirement - Israel Tours

All non-Israeli guests participating in the tour are required to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA-IL) prior to arrival in Israel. The ETA-IL is a mandatory pre-entry approval implemented by the Israeli government in 2025 for travelers from visa-exempt countries. Guests must apply online through the official ETA-IL website at Israel-entry | Page Home and receive approval before boarding their flight. Do not use third party sites for the application process. The cost of the official ETA-IL visa application is 25 Shekels or about $7.50. The application approval should be submitted to Aliyah Tours one month before departure. Earlier submission is strongly recommended to avoid any delays or issues. Approval is typically valid for up to two years or until passport expiration (whichever comes first) and allows for multiple entries during its validity. It is the responsibility of each guest to complete the application accurately and in a timely manner. Failure to obtain ETA-IL approval may result in denial of boarding or entry into Israel, and the tour operator will not be held responsible for any costs or losses incurred as a result. 

Other nationals should contact their consulate for information.  For other destinations, please contact Aliyah Tours.  Aliyah Tours does NOT process visa applications.  No inoculations are currently required for travel to Israel.  Please contact public health authorities for further information or other destinations. 

Additional Terms and Conditions apply and are available on the Aliyahtours.org website for this tour. Click on this link to view the full Terms and Conditions. Cancellation requests, fees, and non-payment penalties. Tour Arrangements, Flight Arrangements, Exclusions, Baggage Deviations, Unexpected Airline Challenges, Tour Disclaimer, and Tour Changes Activity Levels Mobility Concerns.

Guests traveling from countries other than the host country are responsible for determining and meeting all entry, visa, passport, and documentation requirements for the destination country. Aliyah Tours is not responsible for delays, denied entry, or additional costs resulting from a guest’s failure to comply with these requirements. Any penalties, fees, or expenses incurred due to insufficient preparation are the sole responsibility of the guest. 

 

 

Travel Insurance is HIGHLY recommended for international travel to protect your tour investment. Travel insurance also protects you from costly losses due to emergency medical care, evacuation, trip interruption, and baggage loss. For the best coverage options, including "cancel for any reason" coverage, purchase your travel insurance within two weeks of booking your tour. There will be no exceptions to the strict cancellation policy. 

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Health and Mobility Challenges

Tours in Israel include areas that have uneven footing, few handrails, rocky pathways, and some steep climbs. Click here for Holy Land Accessibility & Wheelchair Access Questions 

The streets and sites we visit are not wheelchair and walker-friendly. Most of our tours include 3-5 miles of walking per day. Guests with mobility challenges or other health issues should make private arrangements to travel with a caregiver who can stay with them if they need to opt out of a tour stop. Tour drivers will take breaks and lock up their buses when unattended. Guests cannot be left alone on an unattended bus should they choose to opt-out. If you have health challenges, please consult an Aliyah Tours representative before you put down a deposit on a tour.  

For the safety, comfort, and enjoyment of all participants, our Israel tours involve a moderate to rigorous level of physical activity.  Travelers should be able to:

• Walk 3-5 miles per day over uneven terrain, steps, inclines, and archaeological sites
• Stand for extended periods during teachings and site visits
• Manage personal luggage, travel documents, and personal needs independently
• Navigate airports, airline procedures, security, customs, and flight connections without assistance from ministry staff
• Keep pace with a group schedule that may include early mornings and full travel days

We joyfully welcome travelers from many seasons of life.  However, Aliyah Foundation ministry staff and tour leaders are not able to provide personal travel assistance, airport navigation support, mobility assistance, medical supervision, or daily personal care. 

Travelers who anticipate needing assistance in any of these areas are asked to travel with a capable companion who can provide the necessary support throughout the journey. 

Our goal is to ensure every guest experiences Israel in a safe, meaningful, and spiritually enriching way.