HOLYLAND
A PILIGRIMAGE TO HOLYLAND , JERUSELUM, PALESTINE, ISRAEL, EGYPT

HIGHLIGHTS:

Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Nazareth, Jordan, Mt.Nebo, Madaba, Visit Mt. Tabor by private taxi, Nativity Church, Garden of Gethsemane, Golgotha , Way Of The Cross, Cana, Tiberias, Jericho, Sea Of Galilee, Capernaum, Mt. of Olives, Mt. Calvary, Dead Sea, Tomb of King David, Monastery of St.Catherine, Visit Mt.Sinai , Egyptian Church, Museum,  River Nile, Sphinx, Pyramids

PROVISIONAL ITINERARY:

Day 01: Arrival at Amman

Arrival to Queen Alia Airport in Jordan, meeting by our Jordanian Representative, assistance and Transfer to hotel. On arrival at the hotel, check-in. Dinner and overnight in Amman.

Day 02: Amman-Mount Nebo,Madhaba, Mukhawir.

After breakfast  Proceed to visit Madaba (the city of Mosaics) Greek Orthodox Church of St. George, Mount Nebo : The trip south of Amman along the 5,000 years old King’s Highway is one of the most memorable journeys in the Holy Land, passing through a string of ancient sites of Jordan, the memorial of Moses, and the presumed site of the prophet's death and burial place. From a platform in front of the church one can enjoy a breathtaking view across the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea  and visit mount Muckawir, Proceed to Hotel. Dinner, Overnight stay at Amman.

Day 03: Amman-Nazareth-Cana.

Transfer from Amman to Sheikh Hussein Bridge to cross the border. Enter Israel and travel to Nazareth. Visit Mary’s Well, Greek Orthodox Church of Annunciation, Catholic Basilica of the Annunciation, St. Joseph’s Church, the place of Joseph’s workshop, continue to Cana Holy Mass at the first Miracle Church. Dinner and overnight in Nazareth

Day 04: Sea of Galilee – Capernaum – Jordan River – Bethlehem

Morning boat ride on the Sea of Galilee, proceed to Yardenit, renewal of Baptism in River Jordan. Drive to Mt. Beatitudes, Church of Multiplication of Loaves and Fishes, Peter’s Primacy Church, Capernaum, St. Peter’s House and Ancient Synagogue. Ascend Mt. Tabor. Proceed to Bethlehem for dinner and overnight.

Day 05: Old City Of Jerusalem – Golgotha – Wailing Wall – Bethlehem

Drive to Ein Karem, Birthplace of John the Baptist, proceed to Mt. of Olives, Shrine of Ascension, visit Pater Noster, the place where Jesus taught Our Father, visit Dominus Flavit. Continue to Garden of Gethsemane, Basilica of Agony, Grotto of Gethsemane. Tomb of Bl. Virgin Mary. Drive to Mt Zion, Dormition Abby, the place of Bl. Mary’s eternal sleeping, Cenacle. Memorial tomb of King David, St. Peter’s Church Gallicantu, Hinnon Valley; Aceldama. Afternoon visiting Bethlehem, Shepherd’s Fields, the grotto of the Shepherds, Milk Grotto, Holy Mass at Bethlehem, Nativity Church Birthplace of Jesus. Dinner and overnight in Bethlehem.

Day 06: Mount of Olives – Gethsemane - Bethlehem

Morning drive to Jerusalem, visit Flagellation Monastery, the site of Antonio fortress where Jesus was condemned to death, Way of the Cross through Via Dolorosa, Calvary, Holy Sepulcher Church, Holy Mass at the Holy Sepulcher Church, drive to Bethany, Place of Lazarus, Martha and Mary; to Jericho, view Mount Temptation, Sycamore tree, Dead Sea. Late afternoon visit Bethesda Pool, and the birth place of Bl. Mary and the Western Wall. Dinner and overnight in Bethlehem.

Day 07: Jerusalem –Hebron –Jericho – the Dead Sea -Taba

After Breakfast check-out from hotel, and transfer to Taba en route visit Hebron and after lunch proceeds to Nablus to visit Jacob's well. On arrival check-in to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay at Taba.

Day 08: Sinai - Cairo (6hrs Drive )

After breakfast proceeds to Sinai. Visit St. Catherine Monastery. Set beneath the mountain where Moses is said to have received the Ten Commandments.  Saint Catherine Monastery has been one of the world’s great centers of religious pilgrimage for over fifteen centuries. Within its imposing walls rests a citadel like no other, incredibly rich in important religious and historical structures. Among its treasures is a library of ancient manuscripts and icons second only to the Vatican's itself, and a 6th-century church reputed to lie directly on the site of the Burning Bush. View the beautiful and historical Sinai Mountains. Proceed to Cairo - Check In to Hotel. Dinner & Overnight stay in Cairo.

Day 09: Visit Egyptian Pyramids Egypt city

After Breakfast, Visit Egyptian Museum Old Cairo, Christian Church. However, it traditionally begins with the visit of the Holy Family to Egypt Papyrus Gallery - Gold Factory - Perfume Factory, Pyramid,  KHAN EL KHALILY BAZAAR, 

Then 09 pm proceed to Cruising on the River Nile with Dinner Over night at Cairo .

Day 10: Visit Egyptian Pyramids Egypt city 

After Breakfast, Pyramids, Sphinx later proceed to the Cairo International Airport for departure.

Day 11: Arrival

Arrive at your respective Airport.

Inclusions

• Accommodation in 3* and above category hotels on twin sharing basis
• Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner as per the itinerary
• One bottle of water every day
• English speaking guide 
• AC Deluxe Bus for tours & transfers as per Itinerary
• Entrance fees to the sites
• Visa charges
• All border taxes and departure taxes
• Air Ticket (Ex - Bangalore)
• Nile cruise with dinner
• Travel Insurance up to 59 years for Indian Nationalities
• Service of a Professional Tour Manager
• GST

Exclusions

• The airfare is Ex-Bangalore. For other sectors, the airfare might differ
• Any increase in airfare and airline taxes charged by the airlines on your ticket (calculated as on January 2018)
• Any increase in the rate of exchange (calculated as on January 2018)
• Cost of personal nature such as laundry, telephone calls, room service, alcoholic beverages, minibar charges, etc.
• Due to operational reasons, the routing of this tour may be amended. However, all the mentioned services will remain unchanged.
• Any other service or meal which is not mentioned in above inclusions.
• Early Check-in and Late Checkout
• Tips, porterage
• Hotel is subject to availability at the time of confirmation.

"The flight details and hotels are tentative and subject to change at the time of confirmation".​

Documents required for Visa:

• Original passport with 6 months validity from the date of arrival to Israel. Old Passports if any. 1 blank page required.
• 2 recent photos: 5.5mm X 5.5mm, white background, matt finish 80% face cover.
• Visa application form.
• Covering letter from the applicant introducing the purpose, duration & itinerary of the visit in brief.
• Original Leave letter from Employer / School / University.
• Confirm Hotel bookings.
• Air Tickets.
• Day to day itinerary.
• Overseas travel insurance.
• Income tax or Form 16 for the last 3 years.
• Original personal bank statements for last 6months updated with healthy and sufficient balance. Bank seal & sign on each and every page.
• Salary slips for last 3 months if employed.
• Company registration proof eg.Shop Act / MOA / Deed.
• One Photocopy of first and last page of the passport (in one page) one in color and one black and white.
• Visa Processing Time: 5-10 working days

Terms & Conditions

• Airfare is included up to 60 days advance purchase in the price and is chargeable as per the fare applicable on the date of travel.
• The airfare being highly dynamic is chargeable as applied at the time of actual booking, which may be different from the fare quoted.
• Grant of visa is the prerogative of respective embassies as per their own discretion. In the case of failure to get a visa, cancellation charges will still be applicable.
• The minimum strength of the group should be 12 individuals.

Payment Policy

•  Installment 1: 25% of the total tour cost at the time of confirmation
•  Installment 2: 50% of the tour cost before 90 days from the date of departure.
•  Installment 3: Balance 25% of the tour cost before 30 days from the date of departure.

Cancellation Policy

• Cancellation More than 90 days before the trip, 75% of the cost of the tour will be refundable
• Cancellation 90 days to 60 days before the departure date, 50% of the tour cost would be refunded.
• Cancellation 60 days to 30 days before the departure date, 25% of the tour cost would be refunded.
• Cancellation 30 days before the departure date to no show, 0% of the tour cost would be refunded.