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Israel is a world-class destination for sophisticated travelers, with more museums per capita than most other countries, luxury hotels, glamorous spas and resorts, a hot restaurant scene, and a cultural life that rivals the USA, Canada and Europe. At the same time, Israel is the centerpiece of the world's three great religions: Islam, Judaism and Christianity. Everywhere you go, you find yourself walking in the exact places where the events of the Bible unfolded. Here in this ancient city, you will hear the Muslim call to prayer, the clanging of bells from Christian churches, and the chanting of prayers of the religious at the Western Wall.
It is no wonder that Israel, and especially Jerusalem, continues to be a sought-after destination. There is hardly a visitor who has not been moved deeply and personally by the experience of visiting this fascinating and ancient land. For the sheer magnitude of its historical and archeological value, Israel is a place like no other on earth. And now you can experience Jerusalem for for an unbelievably low price.
But that's not all. Extend your adventure with a post-tour extension to the beautiful Red Sea resort of Eilat in Israel, with an optional tour to the fascinating lost city of Petra in Jordan.
Day 1: Depart USA. Your fascinating journey to Israel begins this evening as you check in at JFK International Airport in New York for your overnight non-stop flight to Tel Aviv via Israir.
To help you get to know Jerusalem "up close and personal," you will be offered a wide array of optional tours to Jerusalem's Old City, the New City, Masada and the Dead Sea, and the Galilee. You'll also have time to stroll through the markets including the famous Old City market, where religious items from the three major monotheistic faiths are displayed side-by-side with heaping mounds of fresh fruits and vegetables, colorful clothing, spices, olive wood carvings and pottery.
Day 8: Arrive USA. Your fascinating journey comes to an end as you arrive in the USA this morning. Or, continue your stay in Israel on a fascinating three day extension to Israel's popular Red Sea resort, Eilat, including an optional excursion to the Lost City of Petra in Jordan.
Day 10: Arrive USA. Your fascinating journey comes to an end as you arrive in the USA this morning.
***Important Note: Passengers taking the extension on the Dec. 9 departure will arrive to the USA at 11PM on Dec. 18.
Eilat Extension Prices: $499 per person double occupancy. Add $150 per person for single occupancy rooms ($200 for Dec. 9 departure).
Petra Optional Day Tour: $159 per person. Taxes and border crossing fees are $35 in addition and must be paid in U.S. dollars at the border.
In order to help you make the most of your time in Jerusalem, we have designed a special optional touring package that covers the most important sites you won't want to miss, with Jerusalem as your base. Without having to change hotels during your visit, you'll tour Old and New Jerusalem, Masada and the Dead Sea, and the Galilee. This special package is not a seat-in-coach tour that picks up passengers in different hotels throughout the city, but a private tour only for Friendly Planet passengers, escorted throughout by one of our exceptional, inspirational tour guides who know and love the land. All entrance fees to places visited are included. The three tours included in our special package are described below. (Package price based on a minimum of 10 passengers.)
Note: Modest dress (no shorts or sleeveless shirts) and head coverings are required for visiting the holy places.
Special Optional Tours Package Price: $210 per person*
* Special Optional Tours package price is based on a minimum of 10 passengers.
For quick answers to Frequently Asked Questions about travel to Israel, click here.
For quick answers to Frequently Asked Questions about travel to Jordan, click here.
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• Round trip flights from New York via Israir Airlines wide-bodied jet service
• 5 nights Superior First Class hotel accommodations in Jerusalem at the Grand Court Hotel (Dan Panorama Hotel upgrade is available at supplement in price.)
• On the Eilat Extension, 2 nights accommodations at the Superior First Class Dan Panorama Hotel or Magic Palace Hotel, Eilat
• Lavish Israeli buffet breakfast daily
• Arrival and departure transfers for the Jerusalem Express tour only
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* Please note that passengers on the Dec. 9 departure with Eilat Extension will spend 1 additional night in Eilat, departing Israel on Dec.18. ** Border crossing fees cannot be prepaid and must be paid locally when crossing the border. |
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Our packages may look similar to others you've seen, but we invite you to shop & compare. There are important differences that make Friendly Planet tours the best you can find.
Credit Cards or Cash:Whether you pay by check, money order or your favorite major credit card, your tour price is the same. No extra cost to charge your dream vacation to Jerusalem when you travel with Friendly Planet.Credit Card Authorization Form.
No Compromise on Quality: Despite our extraordinary prices, there are no compromises on our Jerusalem Express tours. You'll stay in well-located, Superior First Class hotels that are noted for their amenities and service. Optional tours, where offered, are priced specially for Friendly Planet groups. We even offer a discounted optional tours package that will save you money by booking and paying in advance.
Included Features: Your arrival and departure transfers are all included, not expensive extras as in other tours. You'll enjoy a lavish buffet breakfast daily with lots of delicious choices to begin your day.
Free Comprehensive Destination Guide: To help you prepare for your trip, you will receive a free, comprehensive Friendly Planet Jerusalem, Eilat & Petra destination guide - a Friendly Planet exclusive - filled with plenty of helpful information about the destinations themselves (including history and other fascinating facts), weather, tipping, local customs, how to dress, plus insider shopping, nightlife and restaurant suggestions, organized by cuisine and cost.
Personal Service: Most important of all, the extra ingredient that makes our tours stand apart from others—the wonderful, personal attention you'll receive from our friendly staff in the USA and our representatives in Israel, is completely free of charge. Compare our Jerusalem Express programs to others, feature for feature. You'll see for yourself that ours are the very best value for money you'll find anywhere.
Flight Schedule: Click here for a full flight schedule.
Important Note: If you are reserving this tour less than 60 days prior to departure, confirmation is subject to space availability. We will advise you within 48 hours if we can confirm your reservation. In the meantime, no credit cards will be debited for deposits or payments until we are able to confirm your reservations.
Waitlisting on Friendly Planet Sold-Out Departures: If your preferred departure is sold out, you can place yourself on a waitlist by completing the online reservation form and submitting it to us. Just click on the "waitlist" button, complete the form and click "submit". In the comments box at the very bottom of the form, please write any notes regarding your request, especially any flexibility you might have in your dates of travel. This way, if your first choice doesn't clear, we can try for a second or third choice. We will make every effort to clear your space in a timely way so that you can join us on tour. You do not need to send any deposits for waitlists. When we clear your space, we'll contact you immediately by phone or email, and if you still wish to travel, we will arrange for deposits or payments at that time. We regret that we cannot accept waitlists beyond 35 days prior to departure. If you see "sold out" next to the dates you wish to reserve or waitlist, please note that this departure is now closed, including waitlist possibilities.
Important Information About Transfers: Transfers for this tour are provided on a group basis only. For land-only passengers or for passengers deviating in any way from the group program, transfers are not provided. Individual, private transfers can be arranged at a supplement in price. Taxis and other forms of transportation are also available and may cost less than private transfers. If you wish to arrange private transfers, please request this service at the time of reservation.
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* Some tour prices reflect an early booking discount on select dates. Prices do not include Additional Taxes, Fees & September 11th Security Fee.
Though we do our best to provide accurate and up-to-date information on our site about our tours, sometimes oversights and typographical errors can occur. Please confirm all tour prices and details with us via email or phone prior to booking. We will not be held responsible for misunderstandings arising from such errors.
