Chaldean/Jewish Mission Details

The Fine Print  

Trip package price:  

$3,695 per person double occupancy (single supplement: $840) including airfare. Individuals wishing to travel at the double occupancy rate but who do not have a designated companion will be assigned one if possible. If such assignment is not possible, the individual may either proceed with the trip at the single supplement rate or cancel the reservation and receive a full refund of deposits paid.

Airline options: 

• Upgrades to premium economy, business or first class, and travel on other airlines, must be purchased directly by the passenger.
• Land-only package: $1,695 per person double occupancy (single supplement: $840).
• Return flights from Israel within seven days following the end of the mission may be available at an additional cost of $50.
• NOTE: Trip participants who elect to make their own airline reservations are strongly encouraged to confer with JCRC staff before purchasing nonrefundable tickets.

Land package includes:  

• Seven nights’ hotel accommodations at five-star hotels and the beautiful Lavi Kibbutz hotel near Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee (Lake Kinneret).
• Daily elaborate traditional Israeli breakfast buffet and all dinners (not including alcoholic beverages).
• Ground transportation throughout the trip in an air conditioned luxury motor coach accompanied by an expert licensed English-speaking guide.
• Meet-and-greet assistance upon arrival and departure at Ben Gurion International Airport.
• Hotel and Ben Gurion airport porterage.
• Entrance fees at museums and other scheduled site visits. 

Not included: 

• Personal expenses.
• Insurance.
• Lunches.
• Tips to guide and driver (recommendation is $12 total per day, per traveler).
• Any item not mentioned as included.

Eilat – Petra Extension  

Extension package price:  

$850 per person double occupancy (single supplement: $286) including airfare (plus possible airfare adjustments). Individuals wishing to travel at the double occupancy rate but who do not have a designated companion will be assigned one if possible. If such assignment is not possible, the individual may either proceed with the extension at the single supplement rate or cancel that portion of the reservation.

Includes:

• Two nights’ five-star hotel accommodations in Eilat.  
• Meals: Breakfasts in Eilat and one lunch in Petra.
• Transportation: Airport ground transfers, round-trip economy flights between Tel Aviv and Eilat.
• Meet-and-greet assistance upon arrival and departure at Eilat airport.
• Hotel porterage.
• Day trip to Petra with Jordanian English-speaking guide.

Not included: 

• Border taxes and tips ($65 per person as of November 30).
• Travel insurance (click InsureMyTrip.com graphic below).
• Beverages.
• Animal rides, carriages, etc.
• Any item not mentioned as included.
• Prices are based on an exchange rate of USD 1 = 3.8 Shekels.  Should there be a change in this exchange rate, the price will change accordingly.

NOTE: The number of participants in the Petra Extension may be limited by airline or hotel availability. Depending on participants' travel plans, some additional airline costs may apply.

Additional Information

Trip Extensions:

Extensions in Israel can be arranged at additional costs for those not returning with the main or Petra Extension groups.

Reservations:

Held upon receipt of a completed registration form accompanied by a deposit of $250 per person, which is refundable through January 10. Another $250 deposit, which is nonrefundable, is also due by January 10. 50% of the outstanding balance is due by February 15, and full payment is due by March 8. All payments must be made by check.

Trip insurance:

Trip participants are strongly urged to purchase travel insurance (click image below). Packages may include coverage of trip cancellation costs, medical care, lost or delayed baggage expenses, hotels and meals due to trip interruption, etc. Information on plans offered by several insurance carriers is available at InsureMyTrip.com. Travelers may purchase trip insurance at any time but should do so no later than January 26^th if they wish to secure coverage for preexisting medical conditions.

Passports:

Participants must have a passport that is valid for six months after the date of return. U.S. citizens do not need a visa to enter Israel. If you have a passport from another country, it is your responsibility to inquire at the Israeli Consulate whether a visa is required.  

JCRC reserves the right to limit participation based upon eligibility requirements and space available.   

Airline seats and hotel rooms are limited and guaranteed
only for 45 people, so reserve early!  

To reserve your spot on the trip, click here

or contact Robert Cohen at 248-642-2640 or at cohen@jfmd.org