MAGICAL MEGA ISRAEL AND MADRID
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MAGICAL MEGA ISRAEL AND MADRID

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US$3,199
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US$3,199

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Embark on a fascinating journey through Israel, where ancient history intertwines with vibrant modernity. Explore Jerusalem, the holy city par excellence, with its impressive Western Wall and the Via Dolorosa. Be amazed by the coastal beauty of Haifa and its majestic Baha'i Gardens, before discovering ancient Caesarea, with its Roman ruins by the sea. End in cosmopolitan Tel Aviv, a city of contrasts that combines golden beaches, nightlife, and Bauhaus architecture. End your experience in Madrid, a capital full of art, gastronomy, and culture. An unforgettable journey between past and present!

Visiting

DAY 01 PANAMA – MADRID 06SEPTEMBER
DAY 01 PANAMA – MADRID 06SEPTEMBER

Arrive at Tocumen International Airport three hours early to board an Iberia flight to Madrid. Overnight on board.

DAY 02 TEL AVIV AIRPORT – JERUSALEM 07 SEPTEMBER
DAY 02 TEL AVIV AIRPORT – JERUSALEM 07 SEPTEMBER

Arrival at Ben Gurion Airport. Transfer to Jerusalem. Overnight in Jerusalem. Dinner not included.

DAY 03 JERUSALEM OLD CITY 08 SEPTEMBER
DAY 03 JERUSALEM OLD CITY 08 SEPTEMBER

After breakfast, depart for the Mount of Olives for a magnificent view of the city. We continue to the Garden of Gethsemane and the Basilica of the Agony. We will continue to the Old City to visit the Western Wall. We will then walk the Via Dolorosa to reach the site of Jesus' crucifixion and the Holy Sepulchre. We will visit Mount Zion, where the Tomb of King David, the Cenacle (site of the Last Supper), and the Dormition Abbey are located. We will continue to the modern part of the city to visit the Mahane Yehuda Shuk (People's Market), the most famous popular market in Jerusalem, where you can experience the true variety of Israeli cuisine. The market's main attraction, besides its products, is the interculturality that permeates its bustling stalls. Overnight in Jerusalem. Dinner not included.


Optional Night Tour: Light and Sound Show at the Tower of David. 4,000 years of Jerusalem's history are reflected in a fascinating audiovisual show, illuminated by stunning virtual reality images projected onto the walls of the Tower of David complex. It will take place on Monday or Tuesday, subject to availability.

DAY 04 MODERN JERUSALEM (OPTIONAL BETHLEHEM) SEPTEMBER 9
DAY 04 MODERN JERUSALEM (OPTIONAL BETHLEHEM) SEPTEMBER 9

After breakfast, depart for the Temple Mount (visitors will be taken upstairs if possible). We continue to the Shrine of the Book at the Israel Museum, where the Dead Sea Scrolls are displayed and where the model of Jerusalem in the time of Jesus is located. Panoramic tour of the modern city and the Israeli Parliament. We continue to the picturesque neighborhood of Ein Karem, visiting the Church of St. John the Baptist. We continue with a visit to Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Museum and Memorial. Overnight in Jerusalem.


Dinner not included.


Optional Bethlehem Tour – Visit to Bethlehem with lunch (included), visiting the Church of the Nativity, the Manger Grotto, and the 14-pointed Star (the birthplace of Jesus). Return to Jerusalem.


Note: We recommend booking the optional Bethlehem tour in advance one week before the start of the program.

DAY 05 JERUSALEM – JORDAN RIVER – GALILEE – HAIFA SEPTEMBER 10
DAY 05 JERUSALEM – JORDAN RIVER – GALILEE – HAIFA SEPTEMBER 10

After breakfast, depart for the Sea of ​​Galilee. We continue along the Jericho Oasis, where we will enjoy a panoramic view of the Mount of Temptation and the Dead Sea. We arrive at Yardenit, the traditional site of Baptism in the Jordan River, and continue on for an exciting boat ride (not included) on the Sea of ​​Galilee. We continue to the Mount of Beatitudes, the scene of the Sermon on the Mount. We visit Tabgha, the site of the Multiplication of the Loaves and Fishes, and Capernaum, home to the Old Synagogue and the House of St. Peter. We continue along the Sea of ​​Galilee to Haifa. Overnight in Haifa. Dinner not included.

DAY 06 HAIFA – ACRE – NAZARETH – HAIFA SEPTEMBER 11
DAY 06 HAIFA – ACRE – NAZARETH – HAIFA SEPTEMBER 11

After breakfast, we will depart for Acre to visit the old Crusader Fortress. We will continue to Nazareth to visit the Basilica of the Annunciation and Joseph's Carpentry. We will continue to a winery in the Galilee for a wine tasting in this region, known for the finest wines produced in Israel. We will return to Haifa. We will continue to Mount Carmel, where we will see the Bahá'í Temple and its Persian Gardens, as well as enjoy a panoramic view of the city and the port. Overnight in Haifa. Dinner not included.

DAY 07 HAIFA – CESAREAN SECTION – TEL AVIV SEPTEMBER 12
DAY 07 HAIFA – CESAREAN SECTION – TEL AVIV SEPTEMBER 12

After breakfast, we will depart along the Mediterranean Sea to Caesarea Maritima, the ancient Roman capital, where we will visit its theater, the Crusader city, and the Roman aqueduct. We will arrive in Tel Aviv-Jaffa. We will take a panoramic bus tour of Rothschild Street and the picturesque Neve Tzedek neighborhood, where we will visit the HaCarmel Market (Shuk), famous for its fresh produce, clothing, and authentic restaurants. We will then head to Jaffa, one of the oldest ports in the world. We will enjoy free time at the Flea Market and its numerous art, craft, and jewelry galleries. Alternatively, we will be transferred to our hotel. Overnight in Tel Aviv. Dinner not included.

DAY 08 TEL AVIV (OPTIONAL MASADA AND DEAD SEA) SEPTEMBER 13
DAY 08 TEL AVIV (OPTIONAL MASADA AND DEAD SEA) SEPTEMBER 13

After breakfast, free day. Possibility of taking the optional Masada and Dead Sea excursion. Departure for the Dead Sea region, one of the lowest places in the world. Cable car ride up to Masada, the last Jewish fortification in their struggle against the Romans. Visit the excavations, Herod's Palace, and the Old Synagogue. Free time to enjoy a swim in the medicinal waters of the Dead Sea. Return to Tel Aviv. Overnight in Tel Aviv. Dinner not included.


Note: We recommend booking the optional Masada and Dead Sea tour in advance one week before the start of the program.

DAY 09 TEL AVIV – MADRID SEPTEMBER 14
DAY 09 TEL AVIV – MADRID SEPTEMBER 14

After breakfast, at the scheduled time, transfer to Ben Gurion Airport to board flight IB-1872 at 6:25 p.m. to Madrid. Arrival at Madrid-Barajas International Airport at 10:50 p.m.


Reception and transfer to the hotel. Accommodation

DAY 10 MADRID - PANAMÁ - SEPTEMBER 15
DAY 10 MADRID - PANAMÁ - SEPTEMBER 15

Breakfast. At the scheduled time, transfer to the airport to board flight IB-257 at 12:00 p.m. to Panama.

Guide languages

Spanish
Day 1: Madrid, Jerusalem
Day 2: Jerusalem
Day 3: Jerusalem
Day 4: Jerusalem, Haifa
Day 5: Haifa
Day 6: Haifa, Tel Aviv
Day 7: Tel Aviv
Day 8: Tel Aviv, Madrid
Day 9: Madrid
  • Airfare Panama – Madrid – Tel Aviv – Madrid – Panama in Economy Class, group promotional.
  • Air and program taxes (subject to change without notice). In the event of an increase in airfare rates and taxes, which is the policy of the airline, and/or hotel taxes, fees, or government contributions, even if partial or full payment is made, this difference must be assumed by the passenger for the provision of the service.
  • Accommodation in single-category hotels or similar.
  • 3 nights with breakfast and dinner included in Jerusalem.
  • 2 nights with breakfast and dinner included in Haifa (Option B only with dinner).
  • 2 nights with breakfast and dinner included in Tel Aviv.
  • 5-day excursion by bus or minibus with a Spanish-speaking guide.
  • Transfers between hotels, borders, and airports with a Spanish-speaking driver and escort.
  • Entrance fees to the sites according to the program.
  • Arrival and departure transfers in Madrid.
  • 1 night's accommodation in Madrid with breakfast included
  • Medical assistance card for those up to age 70 with USD 40,000 coverage for illness or accident (people aged 71 to 84 and 85 and older must pay a supplement for medical assistance and cannot purchase the cancellation upgrade. Consult your advisor)
  • Boat trip on the Sea of ​​Galilee. Mandatory payment of USD 20 per passenger at destination.
  • Extra personal expenses.
  • Recommended tips in Israel: Guide USD 4 and Driver USD 3 per day per passenger, payable at destination.
  • Optional visits.
  • Visas and/or border and/or airport taxes.
  • Any other service not mentioned in "Prices include".
  • Personal expenses.
  • Any unspecified services.
  • Optional excursions.
  • Hotel surcharges for early check-in or late check-out.
  • Meals not specified in the itinerary.
  • Excess baggage.
  • Seat assignments

Possible accommodations

4 accommodations

IMPORTANT NOTES

FARES:

  • Fare subject to change without prior notice - subject to availability - limited seating.
  • Prices change constantly, so we suggest you check them and not use this document as definitive.
  • In the event of an increase in airfare rates and taxes, which is the sole policy of the airline, if payment is made in full or partial, the difference must be assumed by the passenger immediately for the issuance of their services.

HOTELS:

  • This is a list of the most frequently used hotels on this tour. This list is for information purposes only; passengers may be accommodated in similar or alternative establishments in the same category.

IMPORTANT:

  • International Yellow Fever vaccination certificate. This is valid for 10 years. If you have not received it, please note that it must be obtained at least 15 days prior to travel.
  • Passengers must have an approved Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA-IL) prior to travel. The ETA-IL is valid for a maximum of two years or until the passport expiration date (whichever comes first). Passengers are advised to retain the confirmation number or a printed copy of it. The maximum stay is 90 days.
  • Validate before travel if your nationality requires a visa for Israel.

PAYMENT TERMS

  • Initial deposit $125.00 per passenger or the full amount of the airfare
  • 120 days before the start of the trip: 50% payment of the contracted program
  • 90 days before the start of the trip: 80% payment of the contracted program
  • 60 days before the start of the trip: 100% payment of the contracted program
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