What the price includes and other important information
Air Travel
Nonstop from Montreal, Quebec to Tel Aviv, Israel and return (Montreal). If you are coming from another city in Canada or the United States there may be an additional charge to get to Montreal.
Luggage
One large luggage is allowed per passenger along with one carry on (a 2nd luggage will cost an additional $100.00). Please check with Air Canada luggage policy. Any additional luggage will be subject to additional charges by the airline, paid personally by the traveler.
Passports
All tour participants must have a passport which is valid up to 6 months following the date of return. Your passport must be valid up to and including November 27th, 2019. If you are a Canadian or US citizen, you do not need a visa for entry into Israel. Please make a photocopy of the first two pages of your passport and bring it along with you. In case of passport loss, you will have a copy of the needed information. This copy should be kept separate from your original passport.
Trip cancellation and medical insurance
The price of this trip does not include medical or travel insurance. Purchasing travel /medical insurance is extremely important. This will protect you from penalties should cancellation become necessary. We can suggest a comprehensive coverage through a private insurance company which would cover medical and trip cancellation. Click here for insurance rates.
Immunizations
No immunization shots or vaccinations are required at present, unless otherwise noted.
Transportation
Luxury coach service throughout the tour. Also includes transportation from the airport to your hotel on arrival and back to the airport on the day of your departure.
Tour Guide
Our tour guide is government licensed and will accompany us throughout this comprehensive trip. Tips and Taxes and all entrance fees to museums and parks are included in the price.
Meals
Full breakfast and supper included, but lunches are not included in the price. Please allot approximately $10-15 US dollars for lunch (per day).
Money
US dollars are accepted throughout Israel, therefore you will not necessarily need to exchange the money for shekels. For large amounts of money, it is suggested, for your security, to use Traveler’s checks.
Electrical System in Israel
The electrical system in Canada operates on 110 volts, and Israel uses 220 volts. Adapter kits containing converters and foreign plugs are available at consumer electronic stores or a travel/luggage specialty store. The converter is necessary only if you are taking appliances that do not have 110/220 options such as electric razors, curlers, etc. Many hair dryers come already equipped with a 110/220 switch. Even if appliances are equipped with the 110/220 option, you will still need an adapter.
Clothing
Women: Please bring a shawl or something that will cover your shoulders when we enter some of the holy sites. Also, one knee length skirt or longer (or pants) to cover up when entering some holy sites.
Men: You will not be allowed to wear shorts when visiting some holy sites. Please bring one pair of dress pants, but no suits or sport jackets.
Please bring one bathing suit for our swim in Gan Hashlosha and the the Dead Sea. You may bring water shoes as this will help make walking on the rocks in the Dead Sea easier as well as your walk through Hezekiah's Tunnel. For those wishing to swim, you may also bring one beach towel with you.
Medicines
For some people, the change in climate and food could upset their system. We suggest you bring the following: aspirin or Tylenol, cold/sinus remedies, cough drops, medicine for diarrhea and upset stomach or motion sickness, and any special required medication. Make sure all medicines are in their original containers and are clearly labeled. This is especially important as you pass security at the airport.
Toiletries
Bring your own shampoo, soap, etc. The hotel will provide these, but you may want to have your own brands. It is also a good idea to bring tissues as some of the restrooms at the tourist sites run out of or do not provide toilet paper.
We assume no responsibility or liability in connection with the services of any train, carriage, automobile, airplane, camel or other conveyance which will be used either wholly or in part. Neither will we be responsible for any error, omission, act or any injury, loss, accident or any delay which may be occasioned by reason of defect in any vehicle through neglect or default of any company or person engaged in the conveying of passengers. The tour directors accept no responsibility for losses or additional expenses due to delays or changes in motor coach, train, airplane services, or that of any other conveyance, sickness, accident, weather, strikes, war, violence, quarantine, or other causes, and all such losses or expenses must be borne by the individual.
IMMUNIZATIONS: No immunization shots or vaccinations are required at present, unless otherwise noted.
Nonstop from Montreal, Quebec to Tel Aviv, Israel and return (Montreal). If you are coming from another city in Canada or the United States there may be an additional charge to get to Montreal.
Luggage
One large luggage is allowed per passenger along with one carry on (a 2nd luggage will cost an additional $100.00). Please check with Air Canada luggage policy. Any additional luggage will be subject to additional charges by the airline, paid personally by the traveler.
Passports
All tour participants must have a passport which is valid up to 6 months following the date of return. Your passport must be valid up to and including November 27th, 2019. If you are a Canadian or US citizen, you do not need a visa for entry into Israel. Please make a photocopy of the first two pages of your passport and bring it along with you. In case of passport loss, you will have a copy of the needed information. This copy should be kept separate from your original passport.
Trip cancellation and medical insurance
The price of this trip does not include medical or travel insurance. Purchasing travel /medical insurance is extremely important. This will protect you from penalties should cancellation become necessary. We can suggest a comprehensive coverage through a private insurance company which would cover medical and trip cancellation. Click here for insurance rates.
Immunizations
No immunization shots or vaccinations are required at present, unless otherwise noted.
Transportation
Luxury coach service throughout the tour. Also includes transportation from the airport to your hotel on arrival and back to the airport on the day of your departure.
Tour Guide
Our tour guide is government licensed and will accompany us throughout this comprehensive trip. Tips and Taxes and all entrance fees to museums and parks are included in the price.
Meals
Full breakfast and supper included, but lunches are not included in the price. Please allot approximately $10-15 US dollars for lunch (per day).
Money
US dollars are accepted throughout Israel, therefore you will not necessarily need to exchange the money for shekels. For large amounts of money, it is suggested, for your security, to use Traveler’s checks.
Electrical System in Israel
The electrical system in Canada operates on 110 volts, and Israel uses 220 volts. Adapter kits containing converters and foreign plugs are available at consumer electronic stores or a travel/luggage specialty store. The converter is necessary only if you are taking appliances that do not have 110/220 options such as electric razors, curlers, etc. Many hair dryers come already equipped with a 110/220 switch. Even if appliances are equipped with the 110/220 option, you will still need an adapter.
Clothing
Women: Please bring a shawl or something that will cover your shoulders when we enter some of the holy sites. Also, one knee length skirt or longer (or pants) to cover up when entering some holy sites.
Men: You will not be allowed to wear shorts when visiting some holy sites. Please bring one pair of dress pants, but no suits or sport jackets.
Please bring one bathing suit for our swim in Gan Hashlosha and the the Dead Sea. You may bring water shoes as this will help make walking on the rocks in the Dead Sea easier as well as your walk through Hezekiah's Tunnel. For those wishing to swim, you may also bring one beach towel with you.
Medicines
For some people, the change in climate and food could upset their system. We suggest you bring the following: aspirin or Tylenol, cold/sinus remedies, cough drops, medicine for diarrhea and upset stomach or motion sickness, and any special required medication. Make sure all medicines are in their original containers and are clearly labeled. This is especially important as you pass security at the airport.
Toiletries
Bring your own shampoo, soap, etc. The hotel will provide these, but you may want to have your own brands. It is also a good idea to bring tissues as some of the restrooms at the tourist sites run out of or do not provide toilet paper.
We assume no responsibility or liability in connection with the services of any train, carriage, automobile, airplane, camel or other conveyance which will be used either wholly or in part. Neither will we be responsible for any error, omission, act or any injury, loss, accident or any delay which may be occasioned by reason of defect in any vehicle through neglect or default of any company or person engaged in the conveying of passengers. The tour directors accept no responsibility for losses or additional expenses due to delays or changes in motor coach, train, airplane services, or that of any other conveyance, sickness, accident, weather, strikes, war, violence, quarantine, or other causes, and all such losses or expenses must be borne by the individual.
IMMUNIZATIONS: No immunization shots or vaccinations are required at present, unless otherwise noted.