Living Water Lutheran Church Holy Land Tour March

Living Water Lutheran Church Holy Land Tour March 17 - 26, 2019 10 Days Optional Jordan Extension March 26 - 29 Hosted by Pastor Mark Rossman

A Little Perspective….

Languages F Hebrew אני אוהב את ישו F Arabic ﺍﻧﺎ ﺍﺣﺐ ﺍﻟﻤﺴﻴﺢ F Almost everyone speaks English

In the Holy Land…… Walk in the footsteps of Jesus v Stand on the sites of the Scriptures v Enjoy the warmth and hospitality of the people v The sites, sounds, smells, history, culture, and people all make the Bible come alive v New levels of understanding and appreciation for the Scriptures v History, geography, and culture come together v New insights into the Bible v

Caesarea Maritima

Roman Aqueduct

Nazareth

The Galilee

Garden at Capernaum

Synagogue at Capernaum

View of the Sea of Galilee from the Mount of Beatitudes

Tiberias at Twilight

Bethlehem

Church of the Nativity

Rev. Dr. Mitri Raheb, president of the Diyar Consortium and the former pastor of Christmas Lutheran Church and staff at Group Travel Directors have been working together since 1995. The tour groups we’ve sent to the Holy Land have helped to provide economic relief for the people in his ministry and beyond.

International Center of Bethlehem Il Illiyeh Restaurant

Bethlehem Market

Countryside Near Bethlehem

View from Mount of Olives

Church of All Nations

Garden of Gethsemane

Masada

Dead Sea

Dead Sea Float

Qumran

Qasr al Yahud

Jerusalem

Western Wall

Camel Ride Anyone?

The Golden Gate

Jerusalem Market

Delicious Food Choices

Shopping v Olive wood carvings v Hebron glass v Pottery v Mosaics v Textiles/embroideries v Roman glass - jewelry and other items v International Center gift shop in Bethlehem offers unique gifts and benefits local artisans

Ron Beach - Tiberias v v v 122 A/C rooms with TV, telephone, hair dryers, 110/220 volt electricity bath and toilet facilities. Private beach, outdoor pool (seasonal), laundry service and public internet station or WIFI for a fee. http: //www. ronbeachhotel. co m/

Lutheran Guesthouse -Bethlehem v v v 13 twin rooms All rooms have air conditioning, heat, TV with satellite, telephone, & private baths with showers and hairdryers. Outside laundry service turnaround is 24 -48 hours. Free wifi and internet access

Golden Walls Hotel - Jerusalem v 113 guest rooms (twins and doubles) - air conditioned and include TV, hair dryer, telephone, private toilet and shower facilities

Average Temperatures and Climate Jerusalem Low 47°F High 60°F Temperature near the Dead Sea is approximately 10 degrees warmer Average Precipitation in March is 3. 6” inches

Peace of mind for the Group Traveler v Private motor coaches v Experienced guides v Up-to-date information about potential areas of conflict v Itinerary changes when necessary

Valid U. S. Passport v You must have a valid U. S. Passport and the expiration date must be at least six months beyond your return date.

Visa & Vaccinations v No visa is required for U. S. Citizens v No Vaccinations are required; however a current tetanus shot is recommended v Refer to the CDC Travelers website for more information: https: //www. passporthealthusa. com/destinat ion-advice/israel/

Main Tour $3699 from Phoenix (other cities available) v. R. T. economy class airfare Phoenix v 8 Nights Accommodations in Christian guesthouses, superior tourist and first class hotels, double occupancy, with private facilities v. Breakfast and dinner daily plus two lunches v. Transfers and transportation by deluxe coach v. Extensive sightseeing throughout; all entrance fees included

Inclusions, cont’d. v v v An experienced English-speaking Christian tour guide from arrival through departure Luggage handling of one piece person Gratuities to drivers and guides ($108) Airport/foreign departure taxes ($723) Comprehensive documentation…and more!

Optional Jordan Extension…$1099

Jordan Inclusions v. Additional airfare for later return from Tel Aviv v. Three nights accommodations in superior tourist class hotels v. Breakfast and dinner daily v. Transportation by deluxe motorcoach v. Extensive sightseeing v. Luggage handling v. Expert Guides v. Gratuities v. Taxes v. Jordan Entry visa

Travel Protection – Are You Covered? v Trip cancellation, interruption, missed connection and travel delay expenses v Medical expenses including emergency treatment, evacuation and repatriation v Accident protection v Baggage theft or loss v $224 for the tour ($273 with the optional extension). Additional coverage provided as needed; the full cost of your tour must be covered. Travel protection is nonrefundable fourteen days after you purchase a plan.

What’s Next? v Reserve your space now. v Register on-line at www. gtd. org v G# 190309 from Phoenix v “Register for the Tour” or fill out the reservation application located in the brochure and mail it along with your deposit to Group Travel Directors.

Questions?

Please Join Us On This Journey of a Lifetime! Group Travel Directors Ph: 800 -747 -2255 (ext 134) Kate Peer kpeer@gtd. org