Deposits and Payments: A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required from each traveler along with their reservation form to guarantee the booking as soon as possible. The remaining balance is due in 2 payments.
1. Airfare Payment is due upon ticketing.
2. Final Payment is due June 1, 2025.
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) to Aliyah Tours.
Cancellation Fees:
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Deposit is non-refundable.
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Up to 4 months prior to departure date, the cancellation fee is the initial deposit plus 50% of other amounts paid.
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Up to 6 weeks prior to departure date, the cancellation fee is the initial deposit plus 75% of other amounts paid.
Within 6 weeks prior to departure date, the cancellation fee is 100% of all amounts paid.
Tour Arrangements
Air – Air arrangements are included in most group tours. Air is available to individual travelers upon request.
Land – All packages including overnight hotel stays are quoted based upon double occupancy sharing a twin or double room with private facilities. Aliyah Tours does not arrange sharing for individual travelers. Single rooms are available at additional cost. Aliyah Tours reserves the right to substitute hotels based upon availability when necessary. Sightseeing and entrance fees are included as per itinerary. Individual passengers and passengers arriving independently from a scheduled group are responsible for their own transfers.
Not Included
Airport taxes and transfers (unless specifically included in certain group tours), optional tours, charges for passports, excess baggage charges, accident, trip cancellation and baggage insurance, telephone and cable charges, laundry, meals not specified in the itinerary, liquor, items of a personal nature and any items not specifically listed as included.
Passports/Visa - A passport is required to board an international flight and travel to Israel. If you do not have a current passport, please make an appointment with the postal service and allow 12 weeks after your appointment to complete the renewal process in the US. Passports must be valid until March 20, 2026 for this tour.
Baggage
Suitcases: 1 per person, not to exceed 50 lbs. for 1 bag. Each can measure up to 62 linear inches (length + height + width). Carry On Luggage: 1 per person, not to exceed 11 lbs. Each can measure up to 45 linear inches (length + height + width).
Deviations
Any change in the basic program will result in the charge of $150 per change per person plus any additional charges that may apply for revised air or land arrangements.
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 ChallengesTours in Israel include areas that have uneven footing, few handrails, rocky pathways, and some steep climbs. 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. Our bus drivers are permitted to take breaks, and guests cannot be left alone on the bus if the bus is locked and unattended. If you have health challenges, please consult an Aliyah Tours representative before you put down a deposit for this trip.
Cancellation requests and fees, and non-payment penalties
- Tour Arrangements
- Flight Arrangements Exclusions
- Baggage Deviations Unexpected
- Airline Challenges Tour Disclaimer and Tour Changes
