Mon.  Departure from Canada
Today we embark on our journey to Israel, The Holy Land.  We will meet at the Air France Departures’ area, PET Airport, Dorval here will check in as a group for our overnight flight to Europe.  Meals served aloft.
 
Tues,  CDG  Paris / Tel Aviv, Israel                 D
We arrive at the Charles De Gaulle Airport where we will have a short wait before making connection with the flight to Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport where we will be met by our Israeli Guide and driver who will accompany us during our entire stay in Israel.  We will be transferred to our Tel Aviv hotel where we will have some leisure time before meeting dinner.  Following dinner, we will meet with our Tour Hosts, Pastors Tenorio and Walde, and enjoy a time of prayer and thanks for safety and special blessings ahead as well as prayer for the people of the Land.   Then …a good nights’ rest before our touring begins tomorrow. 
 
Wed. Jaffa/Caesarea/Cana/Nazareth/Tiberias                  B/D
After breakfast, we will drive through Jaffa and see Simon the Tanner’s House and then continue along the coast of the Mediterranean Sea to Caesarea-by-the-Sea where Gentiles first heard the Good News from Peter and were baptized.  See the Roman Amphitheatre and aqueduct built by King Herod.  We continue on to Tel Megiddo where it Is believed that the Battle of Armageddon (the last great battle on earth) will take place and where archaeologists have unearthed 20 levels of civilization.   In the afternoon, we continue on through the area of Cana and Nazareth, the boyhood home of Jesus (Mattew 2:23).  Then, on to Mount Arbel for a panoramic view of the Sea of Galilee (known as Lake Kinnereth) and surrounding area.  We will check –in at our hotel in Tiberias and, following dinner this evening, we will take in the multi-media presentation at The Galilee Experience, an educational and enriching experience.
 
Thurs. The Galilee                        B/D
Following breakfast, our morning travels take us to Dan and Banias Springs at the foot of Mount Hermon.  Here at Banias is Caesarea Philippi, where Peter made his great confession of faith.  Drive to Capernaum, the centre of Jesus’ ministry in the Galilee.  Visit the ruins of the ancient synagogue, which stands, on the site where Jesus taught.  We continue to Tabgha (the site of the multiplication of loaves and fishes)  and the Mount of Beatitudes (Mathew 5-7) overlooking the Sea where we will read Jesus’ famous “Sermon on the Mount”.  Our next stop will beat the Yigal Alon Centre where we will see and learn about the “Ancient Jesus Boat”.  Return to hotel for dinner and overnight.
 
Fri. Jordan River / Be’it Sean / Jerusalem                                     B/D
A relaxing cruise on the Sea of Galilee with easy viewing of the nearby Golan Heights brings to life the experiences of the fishermen disciples,  from here we travel southward to visit the Jordan River baptismal site (Yardenit) where we will have a baptismal service.   Then proceed to Be’it Sean. The most magnificent archeological site in Israel, located at the strategic juncture of the Jezreel and Jordan Valleys.  After defeating Saul and his sons on Mt. Gilboa, the Philistines hung their bodies on the walls of Be’it Sean. (1 Sam 31:10-12).  We will continue up to Jerusalem and stop at Mount Scopus to where we can enjoy a panoramic view of the city.  Check in at out Jerusalem hotel for dinner and overnight. 
 
Sat. Jerusalem / Masada / Qumran                                                   B/D
This morning we will drive into the Judean wilderness for a visit to Qumran, overlooking the caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered by a Bedouin shepherd boy in  1948.  Continue on to Masada the mountain –top ruins of Herod’s Palace and the last fortress of the Jewish revolt against Rome.  Here our guide will tell us of the history of the famous zealot stand.  Afterwards we proceed to Ein Gedi, an oasis on the western shore of the Dead Sea.  Because of its warm climate and abundant supply of water, the site developed a reputation for its fragrant plants and date palm groves.  This is where King David hid from Saul, and where God defeated the enemies of the Israelites by praise and worship led by King Jehoshaphat. (1 Sam 23:29; 24; Song of Solomon 1:14).  Then, we will enjoy a swim/float in the Dead Sea at the Erin Gedi Oasis.  Return to Jerusalem for dinner and overnight.  
 
Sun. JERUSALEM                                                          B/D
Following breakfast, we will walk where Jesus walked.  Begin the day with a panoramic view of the city and the Dome of the Rock from atop the Mount of Olives,  visit the Chapel of the Ascension where, tradition says that Jesus ascended to Heaven from this point on the Mount of Olives 40 days after his resurrection (Acts 1:9-12),  continue to the Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus prayed before his crucifixion (Matthew 26: 36-44).  To walk between the ancient olive trees, read the scriptures of Jesus prayer and take time for personal reflection is important here.  Next, we visit the House of Caiaphas and the “Upper Room”, revered as the place of the Last Supper.  Late this afternoon we will attend a service at the Kings’ Community at The Pavilion Dinner and overnight at the hotel. 
 
Mon. JERUSALEM                                                                      B/D
An interesting day of touring awaits us, beginning at the Southern Wall Excavation of the Temple including the Teaching Steps and the Western Wall, parts of the giant stairs, which led to the Temple Mount from the courtyard, have been unearthed.  It is in this courtyard that Jesus likely drove out the vendors and money exchangers who were exploiting the people.  Later we will visit the Shrine of the Book with time to enjoy the museum including the Dead Sea Scrolls and the absolute miracle of God’s preserved Word.  We will see the Holy Land Model, a scale model of the ancient city of Jerusalem,  our Guide will walk us through an accurately detailed smaller version of Biblical times in Jerusalem as well as the architecture and décor of the Temple.  Next, we will stop at Yad Vashem, a memorial to those who died on the Holocaust in the Second World War. 
Those who wish may attend a King of Kings’ Community service at The Pavilion around 5:00 pm.  Dinner and overnight at the hotel. 
 
Tues.  JERUSALEM                                                    B/D
We enter the Old City and visit the Pool of Bethesda where Jesus healed a lame man, we move on to the Judgment Hall of Pilate, hear of those who conspired against him and are reminded of His brutal beating and humiliation.  While walking along the Via Dolorosa (the Way of the Cross), we are reminded of His suffering, visit the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, before we arrive at the climax of our tour “The Garden Tomb”(possible site of the garden of Joseph of Arimathea) where we will take part in Holy Communion,  Tonight will be our Farewell Dinner at Yad Hashmonah when we honor our Guide and Driver and share memories and experiences in the Holy Land.
 
Wed. JERUSALEM                                                        B/D
Transfer to Ben Gurion Airport for our flight back to Canada this morning with lasting memories of our journey through the Holy Land. 
 
 
Contact:  DALE SHERWOOD
                Christian Travel Division
                7851 Dufferin st, suite 200
                Thornhill, On L4J 3M4
 
Phone # 905-660-1100, ext 120
Toll Free# 1-888-879-8515
Email:  dalesherwood@rogers.com or dale@canadiangateway.com
 
 
PROGRAM INCLUDES:
 
·        Round-trip flight Montreal to Tel Aviv
·        Eight (8) nights accommodation:
·        1 night Tel Aviv
·        2 nights Tiberias
·        5 nights in Jerusalem
 
·        Buffet-style breakfast and dinner daily
·        Touring by private motor coach in Israel
·        Bible-believing English-speaking licenses Guide in Israel
·        Entrance fees on Touring Days
·        Ancient Jesus Boat at Nof Ginosar
·        The Galilee Experience – Tiberias
·        Boat Cruise on the Sea if Galilee
·        Cable Car- Mount Massada
·        Ein Gedi facilities – Dead Sea
·        The Holy Land Model-Jerusalem
·        Farewell Dinner- Yad Hashmonah
·        Taxes and Service Charges for hotels
·        Transfers / Arrival and Departure
·        Porterage at Airport and Hotels
·        Travel Bag and Portfolio of Documents
·        Tips to Guides and Drivers
 
NOT  INCLUDED:
 
·        Insurance Coverage
·        Air/Departure Taxes
·        Single Room Supplement $ 499

TERMS and CONDITIONS
 
Hotels:  Twin-bedded rooms with private facilities at First Class Hotels.  Tour Operator reserves the right to change any hotels listed for any similar category of accommodation. 
Registration and Deposits:  A deposit of $350.00 per person is required upon registration.  The final balance must be paid no later that 60 days before departure, on or before  September 7, 2009.  Cheques payable to YYZ Travel
Cancellations:  Individual cancellations received up to 60 days prior to departure has a penalty of $350.00 per person.  Cancellation received from 60 days to 45 days prior to departure has a penalty of $ 750.00 per person.  If cancellation is received less than 45 days prior to the departure, the entire package price would be non-refundable.  Insurance coverage is recommended. 
If the tour is cancelled for any reason a $ 50.00 administration fee per person will be levied.
Responsibility:  YYZ Travel acts as agent for the various companies supplying the services of the tour and shall not be, in any way, liable for injury, damage, loss, death, accident, delay or irregularity to any person or property.
Passport:  you must be in possession of a valid passport, with six months validity after the return date.