pilgrimage to holy land
pilgrimage to holy land
$4,295
CAD
$4,295 CAD | 9 days
Tab 1
Day
Location
Details
November 16
Departure from Canada
Afternoon departure from Toronto to Tel Aviv
November 17
Tel Aviv, Nazareth
Morning arrival in Tel Aviv. Upon meeting our guide we embark on a panoramic view of Jaffa and are transferred to our hotel in Nazareth. Dinner and overnight.
November 18
Tiberias
After breakfast we depart for Tiberias. We travel by boat on the Sea of Galilee, visit Capernaum, home of St. Peter and the site of Jesus' preaching, on to Tabgha to see the Church of the Multiplication with its beautiful 5th century fish mosaic. We also visit the Church of the Primacy and celebrate Mass on the Mount of the Beatitudes. On our way back to the hotel we stop at the Jordan River where Jesus was baptized. Return to our hotel for dinner and overnight.
November 19
Cana / Nazareth
This morning, we start our tour in Cana – the site of Jesus' first miracle. Here we celebrate a marriage renewal ceremony. We move on to Nazareth where we celebrate Mass at the Basilica of the Annunciation, and we visit Mary's Well and St. Joseph's Carpentry Shop. In the afternoon we ascend Mount Tabor – the Mount of the Transfiguration. Return to our hotel for dinner and overnight.
November 20
Haifa / Caesarea
Today we depart Galilee for Judea and the area of Jerusalem. En route we visit Haifa and Mt. Carmel, the “burning place” where Elijah called fire down to confound the prophets of Baal. Here we celebrate Mass. We continue via Caesarea by the Sea to Judea for our dinner and overnight.
November 21
Old City of Jerusalem
Today's journey takes us to the ancient city of Jerusalem: St. Ann's Church, Pool of Bethesda, Pilate's Judgment Hall, the Chapel of the Flagellation and the Arch of Ecce Homo, the convent of the sisters of Zion. We continue with the Stations of the Cross – Via Dolorosa to the Holy Sepulchre. Mass will be celebrated in one of the many churches of Jerusalem. In the afternoon we visit the Western Wall, also called the “Wailing Wall”. We see the place of the Mosque of Omar and El Aksar and move on to the Church of Pater Noster and the Garden of Gethsemane.
November 22
Bethlehem
After breakfast we visit Bethlehem – where Jesus was born, celebrating Christmas Mass in one of the grottos. We visit the Manger, the Crusaders' Cloister and the Grotto of St. Jerome – Shepherd’s field. In the afternoon we continue our visit of Jerusalem's Mount Zion with the Upper Room (Room of the Last Supper) and the Church of St. Peter's in Gallicantu. Dinner and overnight.
November 23
Dead Sea, Qumran, Jericho
This morning, we leave for a full day to the Dead Sea, Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered in 1947, and Jericho. Time for swimming before our return to hotel for dinner and overnight.
November 24
Departure to Canada
After breakfast we are transferred to the airport in Tel Aviv for a flight to Toronto.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
All participants must review the Full Terms of Service here https://www.ihtours.com/terms-of-service/. These full terms of service will govern on all matters not specifically mentioned below.
LISTED COST $ 4,295.00 INCLUDES:
All participants must review the Full Terms of Service here https://www.ihtours.com/terms-of-service/. These full terms of service will govern on all matters not specifically mentioned below.
LISTED COST $ 4,295.00 INCLUDES:
- transportation from Toronto (unless specified otherwise), incl. airport taxes and surcharges
- hotel accommodation first class or superior tourist class based on double occupancy – single room supplement is $ 899.00
- 2 meals daily (breakfast and dinner)
- all sightseeing with English speaking guide
- tips to drivers, guides, restaurants, hotels
NOT INCLUDED IN THE COST OF THE TOUR:
You can register on-line as an option if you go to our website.
A non-refundable deposit of $300.00 per person is required at time of booking. Insurance must be purchased at time of booking.
PAYMENT:
Please send e-transfers to: [email protected]
Please put the code 'DK4074' in the notes for us to match the payment.
You may also pay by credit card or personal cheque payable to: International Heritage Tours
7117 Bathurst Street, Suite 200, Thornhill, ON, L4J 2J6
BALANCE OF PAYMENT:
Balance due is payable 60 pays prior to departure
For late bookings (within 60 days) full payment is due immediately.
CANCELLATION:
If cancellation is necessary, please advise IHT immediately in writing. Cancellation charges are as follows:
A $150.00 administration charge will be applied for changes you make to your booking outside the 60 days to departure period. Please note that name changes are not allowed, and such will be treated as cancellations.
IF IHT CHANGES YOUR BOOKING:
IHT will advise you of any change we feel significantly alters the holiday which you have purchased from us. Occasionally, changes might occur close to departure time. In such cases, you will be notified as soon as possible. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the local tour operator may have to make last minute changes in hotel or schedule. We reserve the right to substitute any of the hotels with hotels in similar or better category. First class twin-bedded rooms with private facilities are used.
UNUSED SERVICES:
No refund or adjustment can be made for any portion of holiday not used.
GOOD VALUE AND EXPECTATIONS:
The Ministry of Consumer Relations requires that Ontarians traveling abroad be advised that they may encounter different living standards and practices than those at home.
FLIGHT CONNECTIONS:
IHT sells holidays from and returning to Toronto only, unless otherwise specified. In the event of a change in our flight times, with or without notice, we cannot accept responsibility for any special connecting fares which you might purchase, and which cannot be changed without penalty.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION:
A valid Canadian passport is required for all visits outside of Canada. It is the sole responsibility of the passenger to ensure proper and valid documentation. Failure to provide valid documentation may result in denied boarding of the aircraft and cancellation of your flight arrangements without refund. If you are holding a passport other than Canadian, please contact IHT to determine whether or not a visa is required for entry into the country you will be visiting.
BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE:
One piece per person (23 kg) plus a carry-on bag (weighting not more than 5 kg)
FLIGHT TIMES:
All flight times are subject to change with or without prior notice to the passengers or his/her agent. IHT does not accept liability for missed connections or any expenses resulting from an off schedule, rescheduled or late flight operations.
PRICES:
Prices in this brochure are given in Canadian dollars unless otherwise stated. Prices are correct at the time of going to press. In the event of any changes beyond IHT control, including increases in government taxes or levies, airport taxes or surcharges, the imposition of any tax or visa expense, currency fluctuation of more than 5% or increases in insurance rates - IHT reserves the right to surcharge the passenger/s.
LIABILITY:
IHT is a tour operator and has made the advertised holiday arrangements with the airline/s/, hotel/s/, cruise ship/s/, other operator/s/, and other. Each of these organizations has its own specific terms and conditions for doing business and you will be bound by them. IHT accepts no responsibility for: (a) the acts or omissions of any party/ies other than IHT employees, (b) failure by the passenger to be properly documented, (c/ failure by the passenger to comply with departure or joining or baggage requirements, (d) aircraft delays, government actions, acts of God or any factors beyond our direct control, (e) cancellation or delay to any tour or holiday or change to the itinerary, (f) expenses resulting from lost or damaged baggage. IHT reserves the right to refuse any person as a member of these tours at its own discretion. IHT reserves the right to cancel any or all departure/s with or without prior notice and IHT sole responsibility shall be to refund all monies paid for such canceled departures. The laws and courts which govern this contract are those of the Province of Ontario.
FORCE MAJEURE:
In no event shall the Agency be liable for any failure to perform its obligations or delay in performing its obligations where such failure or delay is due to events beyond its control which prevents the performance of its obligations, including without limitation, nuclear or environmental catastrophes; natural disasters and extreme weather conditions; war, invasion, or similar hostilities; rebellion, revolution, insurrection; riots or civil unrest; strikes, lockouts and labour action; acts or threats of terrorism; epidemic, pandemic, or spread of disease; Acts of State or governmental restrictions; and loss or prolonged interruption of necessary utilities, communications or computer services. The customer acknowledges that the Agency, on behalf of the customer and anyone for whom the customer requests the Agency make travel arrangements, will forward funds to independent third-party travel suppliers, and that once forwarded, these funds may not be recovered and/or refunded. Where a force majeure event has occurred, performance of the Agency’s obligations shall be suspended for the duration of the force majeure event, and the Agency shall perform its obligations when it is possible to do so. In any event, the liability of the Agency arising out of force majeure event shall not exceed amounts paid directly by the customer or anyone for whom customer requests the Agency make travel arrangements, to the Agency, and the Agency shall not be liable for any consequential or indirect damages or legal costs incurred by any party. In such Force Majeure cases a cash refund might not be offered, however the Agency may opt to offer the customer a future travel credit for the value of the tour.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
When you book your IHT tour, an agreement is made between you and IHT and others who will provide services. Please read carefully the information on this page for it sets out the conditions governing the provisions of these holidays.
TRAVEL INSURANCE PLANS OFFERED BY IHT:
- All Inclusive and Non-medical
Contact us for rates.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
International Heritage Tours,
7117 Bathurst Street, Suite 200, Thornhill, ON, L4J 2J6
Tel: 1-877-999-8868, 416-444-6666
Henry ext. 367 [email protected]
Alex ext. 317 [email protected]
Rymma ext. 338 [email protected]
- meals not specified, insurance, documentation.
- ETA visa to Israel - Aprox $10
You can register on-line as an option if you go to our website.
A non-refundable deposit of $300.00 per person is required at time of booking. Insurance must be purchased at time of booking.
PAYMENT:
Please send e-transfers to: [email protected]
Please put the code 'DK4074' in the notes for us to match the payment.
You may also pay by credit card or personal cheque payable to: International Heritage Tours
7117 Bathurst Street, Suite 200, Thornhill, ON, L4J 2J6
BALANCE OF PAYMENT:
Balance due is payable 60 pays prior to departure
For late bookings (within 60 days) full payment is due immediately.
CANCELLATION:
If cancellation is necessary, please advise IHT immediately in writing. Cancellation charges are as follows:
- 60 days before departure or earlier - $300.00 per person between
- 60 and 45 days before departure – 50% of the total cost
- 45 days or less – 100% of the total cost
A $150.00 administration charge will be applied for changes you make to your booking outside the 60 days to departure period. Please note that name changes are not allowed, and such will be treated as cancellations.
IF IHT CHANGES YOUR BOOKING:
IHT will advise you of any change we feel significantly alters the holiday which you have purchased from us. Occasionally, changes might occur close to departure time. In such cases, you will be notified as soon as possible. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the local tour operator may have to make last minute changes in hotel or schedule. We reserve the right to substitute any of the hotels with hotels in similar or better category. First class twin-bedded rooms with private facilities are used.
UNUSED SERVICES:
No refund or adjustment can be made for any portion of holiday not used.
GOOD VALUE AND EXPECTATIONS:
The Ministry of Consumer Relations requires that Ontarians traveling abroad be advised that they may encounter different living standards and practices than those at home.
FLIGHT CONNECTIONS:
IHT sells holidays from and returning to Toronto only, unless otherwise specified. In the event of a change in our flight times, with or without notice, we cannot accept responsibility for any special connecting fares which you might purchase, and which cannot be changed without penalty.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION:
A valid Canadian passport is required for all visits outside of Canada. It is the sole responsibility of the passenger to ensure proper and valid documentation. Failure to provide valid documentation may result in denied boarding of the aircraft and cancellation of your flight arrangements without refund. If you are holding a passport other than Canadian, please contact IHT to determine whether or not a visa is required for entry into the country you will be visiting.
BAGGAGE ALLOWANCE:
One piece per person (23 kg) plus a carry-on bag (weighting not more than 5 kg)
FLIGHT TIMES:
All flight times are subject to change with or without prior notice to the passengers or his/her agent. IHT does not accept liability for missed connections or any expenses resulting from an off schedule, rescheduled or late flight operations.
PRICES:
Prices in this brochure are given in Canadian dollars unless otherwise stated. Prices are correct at the time of going to press. In the event of any changes beyond IHT control, including increases in government taxes or levies, airport taxes or surcharges, the imposition of any tax or visa expense, currency fluctuation of more than 5% or increases in insurance rates - IHT reserves the right to surcharge the passenger/s.
LIABILITY:
IHT is a tour operator and has made the advertised holiday arrangements with the airline/s/, hotel/s/, cruise ship/s/, other operator/s/, and other. Each of these organizations has its own specific terms and conditions for doing business and you will be bound by them. IHT accepts no responsibility for: (a) the acts or omissions of any party/ies other than IHT employees, (b) failure by the passenger to be properly documented, (c/ failure by the passenger to comply with departure or joining or baggage requirements, (d) aircraft delays, government actions, acts of God or any factors beyond our direct control, (e) cancellation or delay to any tour or holiday or change to the itinerary, (f) expenses resulting from lost or damaged baggage. IHT reserves the right to refuse any person as a member of these tours at its own discretion. IHT reserves the right to cancel any or all departure/s with or without prior notice and IHT sole responsibility shall be to refund all monies paid for such canceled departures. The laws and courts which govern this contract are those of the Province of Ontario.
FORCE MAJEURE:
In no event shall the Agency be liable for any failure to perform its obligations or delay in performing its obligations where such failure or delay is due to events beyond its control which prevents the performance of its obligations, including without limitation, nuclear or environmental catastrophes; natural disasters and extreme weather conditions; war, invasion, or similar hostilities; rebellion, revolution, insurrection; riots or civil unrest; strikes, lockouts and labour action; acts or threats of terrorism; epidemic, pandemic, or spread of disease; Acts of State or governmental restrictions; and loss or prolonged interruption of necessary utilities, communications or computer services. The customer acknowledges that the Agency, on behalf of the customer and anyone for whom the customer requests the Agency make travel arrangements, will forward funds to independent third-party travel suppliers, and that once forwarded, these funds may not be recovered and/or refunded. Where a force majeure event has occurred, performance of the Agency’s obligations shall be suspended for the duration of the force majeure event, and the Agency shall perform its obligations when it is possible to do so. In any event, the liability of the Agency arising out of force majeure event shall not exceed amounts paid directly by the customer or anyone for whom customer requests the Agency make travel arrangements, to the Agency, and the Agency shall not be liable for any consequential or indirect damages or legal costs incurred by any party. In such Force Majeure cases a cash refund might not be offered, however the Agency may opt to offer the customer a future travel credit for the value of the tour.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
When you book your IHT tour, an agreement is made between you and IHT and others who will provide services. Please read carefully the information on this page for it sets out the conditions governing the provisions of these holidays.
TRAVEL INSURANCE PLANS OFFERED BY IHT:
- All Inclusive and Non-medical
Contact us for rates.
FOR MORE INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
International Heritage Tours,
7117 Bathurst Street, Suite 200, Thornhill, ON, L4J 2J6
Tel: 1-877-999-8868, 416-444-6666
Henry ext. 367 [email protected]
Alex ext. 317 [email protected]
Rymma ext. 338 [email protected]
**THE ITINERARY IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE AND MAY VARY IN THE ORDER YOU VISIT**
