JORDAN POST-TOUR - Discover the People and Perspectives of Israel & Palestine - with optional - ISU Alumni ...
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SEPT. 28 - OC T. 8, 2021
with optional
JORDAN POST-TOUR
Journey
Through
Israel
100%
REFUND
GUARANTEE
See reservation
panel for details.
Discover the People and
Perspectives of Israel & Palestine
Dear Traveling Cyclones, Please join fellow alumni and friends on a trip of a lifetime to Israel—a destination that abounds with natural beauty, cultural treasures, and a remarkable history. From the scorching sands of the Judean Desert and the grand remnants of Ancient Rome in Caesarea Maritima to the most humble aspects of Nazareth—we will have so many incredible opportunities to explore, learn, and sample all that Israel has to offer. In between areas of great history and religious meaning, we’ll stay at incredible accommodations, dine at amazing restaurants, and shop at some of the most intriguing bazaars and markets filled with color, charm, and excitement. Space is limited. With significant savings of more than $800 per couple, we anticipate this tour will fill quickly, so be certain to reserve your spot today and share this brochure with family and friends who may be interested in traveling with you. Reserve online at iowastate.orbridge.com, by phone at (866) 639-0079 or by using the enclosed reservation form. Sincerely, Shellie Andersen Vice President of Business Development and Constituent Engagement As we embark on this new world of group travel, the health and well-being of our guests, our team, and the communities we visit remain our top priority. For a detailed listing of the enhanced safety measures and hygiene protocols specific to our tours, please visit orbridge.com/wellness. Orbridge takes seriously the responsibility to minimize our global environmental impact. Each year we plant 100,000 trees in U.S. State Forests with afforestation needs as an on-going initiative among our evolving sustainability efforts. Learn more at orbridge.com/going-green.
Church of the Nativity
LEBANON
Your 11-Day Itinerary (subject to change)
Day 1: Depart U.S. / En Route Tabgha
Golan
Heights
SY RIA
Capernaum
A
Day 2: Arrive in Tel Aviv, Israel
SE
Tiberias
(D) Mount Carmel
AN
Nazareth
Settle in, welcome dinner Megiddo
NE
Caesarea
Overnight: InterContinental David
RA
Day 3: Tel Aviv / Jaffa / Wahat al-Salam–Neve
ER
IT
Shalom Kibbutz (B,L) Tel Aviv
ED
Guided touring, discussion on peace, Jaffa Jericho
Amman
M
Optional Jordan
evening at leisure Wahat al-Salam–
Neve Shalom
Post-Tour
Jerusalem
Overnight: InterContinental David JORDAN
Bethlehem Qumran
Day 4: Caesarea / Daliat El Carmel / Haifa /
Rosh HaNikra / Tiberias (B,L,D) Masada
Druze village, Bahá’í gardens, sea I S R AE L
grottoes
Overnight: The Scots Hotel
Day 5: Galilee / Tabgha / Capernaum /
Safed / Golan Heights (B,L,D)
Mount of Beatitudes, Galilee cruise,
Golan Winery tour and tasting Golan Winery
Overnight: The Scots Hotel
Day 6: Beit She’an / Megiddo / Nazareth (B,L,D)
Archaeological ruins, Basilica of the
Annunciation, Well of the Virgin Mary,
open-air museum visit
Overnight: The Scots Hotel
Day 7: Masada / Qumran / Jericho /
Jerusalem (B,L)
Cable-car ride, Dead Sea Scrolls Yad Vashem Neve Tzedek
site, mosaics, monastery visit
Overnight: Orient Jerusalem
Day 8: Jerusalem: Mount of Olives /
Gethsemane / Mount Zion / City of
David (B,L)
Church and shrine touring, Josaphat Valley,
David’s Tomb and the Cenacle
Overnight: Orient Jerusalem
Day 9: Jerusalem: The Old City (B,D)
Western Wall, Temple Mount, Davidson
Center, Kotel Tunnels, Via Dolorosa
Overnight: Orient Jerusalem
Sea of Galilee
Day 10: Jerusalem / Bethlehem (B,D)
Holocaust Memorial, Israel Museum,
Church of the Nativity, Banksy’s Hotel,
farewell dinner
Overnight: Orient Jerusalem
Day 11: Jerusalem / Tel Aviv / Depart for
U.S. (B)
(B = Breakfast, L = Lunch, D = Dinner)
Activity Level: Activities are generally not very strenuous, but
a fair amount of walking can be expected. It is our expectation
that guests on this program are able to follow a guide through
paved and unpaved streets, and even and uneven terrain, at
an average pace for two hours and walk up and down stairs
without assistance. Due to the nature of some structures,
handrails may not be present, and facilities for people with
Masada Cable Car
disabilities may be limited.
Discover Mount of Olives, Jerusalem • Visit Israel and the West Bank, learning from Israelis and Palestinians, and engaging with multiple perspectives to shed light on a turbulent region. • See some of the most sacred sites of the three major monotheistic religions: Christianity, Islam, and Judaism. • Embrace the stunning panoramic view of the Bay of Haifa from Mount Carmel. • At Rosh HaNikra on the Mediterranean coast, take a scenic cable-car ride down to the sea grottoes to explore the fascinating geological formations that developed over thousands of years. • Tour Jericho, known as the oldest city in the world with settlements dating back to 9000 BCE. Admire the stunning mosaics among the remains of Hisham’s Palace, and visit an ancient Greek Orthodox monastery built into the face of the Mount of Temptation. • Peruse the extensive archaeological ruins at Beit She’an, including a 7,000-seat Roman amphitheater and a Byzantine bathhouse. • Explore many highlights of Jerusalem’s Old City, including the Western Wall, Dome of the Rock, and the Via Dolorosa. • In Bethlehem, visit the Church of the Nativity and the Shepherds’ Field, then tour the graffiti art on the border wall. Ruins at Caesarea Interact • Learn about life in Palestine at Tent of Nations, an educational and environmental family farm What’s Included • 9 nights luxury hotel accommodations • 9 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 6 dinners including a special farewell dinner • All small group activities and excursions listed on the 11-day itinerary, including admission • Excursion transportation • Gratuities to Orbridge Travel Director, local guides, drivers, porters, and wait staff for included meals • Group airport transfers for guests arriving and departing during the suggested times
Accommodations (subject to change)
INTERCONTINENTAL DAVID
Directly across from the Mediterranean Sea, the InterContinental David boasts of an outstanding array
of amenities, including elegantly appointed guest rooms, premium dining options, fitness room, and
proximity to the city’s vibrant open market, the lively entertainment hub at Tel Aviv Port, and boutique
stores in nearby Neve Tzedek.
THE SCOTS HOTEL
Enjoy modern rooms, courteous hospitality, magically serene surroundings, and splendid views at The
Scots Hotel in Tiberias. Established by the Church of Scotland in 2004 in the historical compound of the
Scottish Hospital, this property uniquely combines 19th-century basalt buildings with contemporary,
stylish amenities. During leisure time, stroll the botanical gardens that overlook the Sea of Galilee.
ORIENT JERUSALEM
Offering panoramic views of old and new cities, the Orient Jerusalem welcomes guests with beautifully
appointed guestrooms and suites. The property’s central location is ideal, and there are several excellent
restaurants and shops within walking distance. Visitors rave about the scrumptious breakfast buffet,
innovative architecture, and abundant amenities.
Capernaum
Optional Post-Tour
Jordan
Petra
Enter this welcoming world of wonder—one that has played host to endless streams of visitors, from
ancient times to the present. Enjoy additional time to discover remarkable antiquities and monuments,
dramatic sandstone desert landscapes, and the lowest point on dry land—the Dead Sea.
Post-Tour Itinerary (subject to change) Roman Amphitheatre
Day 11: Jerusalem / Tel Aviv / Flight to Amman (L,D)
Guided city tour
Overnight: InterContinental Jordan Hotel
Day 12: Amman / Jerash / Ajloun / Amman (B,L,D)
Roman city ruins, 12th century castle
Overnight: InterContinental Jordan Hotel
Day 13: Amman / Madaba / Mount Nebo /
Petra (B,L,D) Mount Nebo
Orthodox Church of Saint George, Byzantine
mosaics, Memorial Church of Moses, Jordan
Valley
Overnight: Mövenpick Resort Petra
Day 14: Petra (B,L,D)
Guided city tour
Overnight: Mövenpick Resort Petra
Day 15: Petra / Little Petra / Dana / Dead Sea (B,L,D)
Nabatean frescoes, stone village, biosphere
reserve, Dead Sea leisure time Dana
Overnight: Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea
Day 16: Dead Sea / Amman (B,L)
Leisure time, late evening group transfer to
Amman’s Queen Alia International Airport for
tomorrow’s early morning flights home
Day Room: Kempinski Hotel Ishtar Dead Sea
Day 17: Depart for U.S.
What’s Included Dead Sea
• Internal airfare from Tel Aviv to Amman
• 5 nights luxury accommodations plus a day room on
departure day
• 5 breakfasts, 6 lunches, and 5 dinners
• Admission to all sites listed in the 6-day itinerary
• Touring by an English-speaking guide
• All gratuities and porterage
• Airport transfers for guests departing during the suggested times
Journey Through Israel Category
Classic
Standard Rate
$5,399
Special Rate*
$4,995
SEPTEMBER 28 - OCTOBER 8, 2021 Premium $6,199 $5,795
Jordan Post-Tour: October 8-14, 2021 Single Classic $6,899 $6,495
Single Premium $8,399 $7,995
Premium category includes upgrades at
InterContinental David (to Executive Room),
Reserve by Credit Card: The Scots Hotel (to Deluxe Room), and
Orient Jerusalem (to Old City View Room).
Online: iowastate.orbridge.com
Availability is limited; first-come, first-served.
Phone: (866) 639-0079
Fax: (206) 452-5655 Jordan Post-Tour
Category Standard Rate Special Rate*
Reserve by Check: Double $4,299 $3,995
Made payable to Orbridge, LLC Single $5,599 $5,295
Mail to: Orbridge, P.O. Box 10339
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a 25% cancellation fee will be applied to the full cost of the program, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour, and the balance will be
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program, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour, and the balance will be refunded; (d) within 29 days prior to the scheduled departure
date, a 100% cancellation fee will be applied to the full cost of the program, including any pre-tour and/or post-tour. In addition to and
not in lieu of the foregoing, a Cancellation Fee equal to 100% of the carrier charge applies to all non-refundable airfares due to your
cancellation made at any time prior to the scheduled program departure date, as applicable. Refunds, if any, will be processed within 30
calendar days of our receipt of your written notice.
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*Special group rate; limited offer. Rate is per person based on double occupancy except where noted as Single, in U.S. dollars. Single availability
limited. Airfare not included. For the post-tour, internal airfare from Tel Aviv to Amman is included. Airfare otherwise not included. **A
complement to the educational component of this journey, Expedition Libraries are curated collections of useful resources and background
reading tailored to this program. Place your deposit on or before the specified date, and one Expedition Library per household will be sent
after receipt of final payment. Libraries may be purchased; please call for details. IAST.ISR.21
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