WHAT'S INCLUDED

All items below are included in the cost of the tour

  • All transfers between airports and hotels (within stated tour dates at set pick up times), and to tour sites in a modern, air-conditioned vehicle (1 large bus for every 45 to 50 people). Two water bottles per person per day in the coach for every trip/tour will be supplied.
  • Fully private tours with English-speaking guides as well as CMI staff guides with each group. All entrance fees to the historical sites and museums are included in the tour cost. (There may be extra optional activities offered for a small additional cost. Please wait until you arrive and these can be arranged with our tour company onsite).
  • Top-quality accommodations at hotels in Tel Aviv, Haifa, The Dead Sea region, and Jerusalem.
  • Breakfast and dinner are provided each day, beginning with dinner on the first day of your tour through breakfast on day 11. We will provide one St. Peter’s fish lunch as part of this tour, but you will be responsible for all additional lunches, drinks during mealtimes, and snacks.
  • Presentations on biblical archaeology and creation information by CMI’s Gary Bates and Keaton Halley. You can share all mealtimes with them and the other CMI staff.
  • Return via private transport to the airport on the final day of the tour.
  • All service charges and taxes. (Tipping of guides and drivers is expected but not included, see below.)
  • Assistance for all guest relations during trip.

Does not include

  • Your airfare to Tel Aviv
  • Accommodations outside of stated tour dates
  • Meals prior to dinner on 4 September and after breakfast on 14 September
  • Assistance with your international flight & travel needs (Please contact your local travel agent for specific needs.)
  • Lunches (CMI will provide one St Peter's fish lunch.)
  • Beverages such as canned sodas (Water, juice, and coffee will be provided at the hotel buffets)
  • Travel insurance. It is strongly recommend you take out a personal policy in the event of canceled flights, lost luggage, and/or sickness etc.
  • Tips for local service staff, tour guides and drivers. We recommend each guest reserve around $140 USD for tips throughout the tour. CMI staff will collect tips at the tour’s conclusion.