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Journey through the Holy Land September 3-12, 2017 Price: $3998 per person, double occupancy (includes roundtrip air from Washington DC and roundtrip transportation from Portsmouth to Washington DC via full size motorcoach). Single supplement: $1051. Travel insurance available and highly recommended. Hotels: Superior First-Class or First-Class hotel accommodations with private bath. Meals: In-flight meals; Breakfast Daily (B); 7 Dinners (D) including a Welcome Dinner and Farewell Dinner. Additional Inclusions: Hotel taxes, service charges, tips to baggage porters and hotel staff are all included. Air-conditioned motorcoaches everywhere while touring. Sightseeing as outlined in the itinerary with inside visits (including admission charges) and special features shown in UPPER CASE in the tour description. Sightseeing with local guides where applicable. The services of a professional Tour Director will be provided throughout. Our Journey through the Holy Land... Tel Aviv Jaffa Caesarea Megiddo Muhraqa Sea of Galilee Cana Nazareth Mount of Beatitudes Tabgha Capernaum Jordan River Ein Karem Bethlehem Masada Dead Sea Jerusalem Travel Day – Sep 3 (Sun) Overnight flight to Tel Aviv (In-flight Meal) Day 1 – Sep 4 (Mon) Arrive in Tel Aviv, Israel Welcome to Tel Aviv. Enjoy this evenings welcome dinner with wine, hosted by your Tour Director. (D) Day 2 – Sep 5 (Tue) Tel Aviv—Jaffa—Caesarea—Megiddo—Muhraqa— Sea of Galilee Your tour of the Holy Land begins in Jaffa with a walk through the beautifully restored ancient port, where medieval pilgrims started their strenuous 2-day trek to Jerusalem. Next is Caesarea, the perfect place to learn about the Roman and Crusader presence in the country. Visit the ROMAN AMPHITHEATER and the impressive CRUSADER FORTRESS, and admire Herods Stadium and harbor. In the afternoon, travel to the ancient fortified city of Megiddo—one of the worlds most important biblical sites. According to the New Testament, the Battle of Armageddon will be the final struggle between good and evil, prompting the return of Jesus to defeat the Antichrist and cast Satan into the abyss. Continuing north, pass through Baron Edmond de Rothschilds vineyards and apricot groves to Mount Carmel, considered the most holy of all mountains in ancient times. At Muhraqa, site of Elijahs contest of faith with the priests of Baal, enjoy a sweeping panoramic view of the fertile Jezreel Valley, where Gideon led the Israelites to victory against the Midianites. Arrive at your hotel in Tiberias on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee. (B, D) Day 3 – Sep 6 (Wed) Sea of Galilee—Cana—Nazareth Much of Jesusministry occurred on the shores surrounding the Sea of Galilee. It is where he recruited four of his apostles, walked on water, calmed the storm, and fed the 5,000. Today, you will see an ancient fishing boat, said to be from the time of Christ, before arriving in Cana, where Jesus changed water into wine at a wedding. Even now, many couples renew their wedding vows at this sacred place. On to Nazareth, the Virgin Marys home village, and where Jesus spent part of his childhood. Visit the CHURCH OF THE ANNUNCIATION, and ST. JOSEPHS CHURCH, built over Josephs carpentry workshop; and pass by Marys Well and the Church of the Angel Gabriel, where the angel Gabriel told Mary she would give birth to Jesus. Afternoon at leisure. (B,D) Day 4 – Sep 7 (Thu) Sea of Galilee—Mount of Beatitudes—Tabgha—Capernaum—Bet Shean— Jordan River—Jerusalem Enjoy a 45-minute CRUISE on the Sea of Galilee, then visit the MOUNT OF BEATITUDES, where Jesus delivered his Sermon on the Mount. Next, visit the CHURCH OF THE MULTIPLICATION OF LOAVES AND FISHES at Tabgha, as well as the CHURCH OF ST. PETERS PRIMACY, where Jesus instructed Peter to feed my lambs and tend my sheep.Warm springs once flowed into the sea here, attracting fish, which is why Peter came here to earn a living. On to CAPERNAUM, where Jesus recruited his first followers among the fishermen. Via the ruins of Kursi, which memorialize two of Jesusmiracles, arrive at the Jordan (cont.) LAND TOUR OPERATED by

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Journey through the Holy Land

September 3-12, 2017

Price: $3998 per person, double occupancy (includes roundtrip air from Washington DC and roundtrip transportation from Portsmouth to Washington DC via full size motorcoach).

Single supplement: $1051.

Travel insurance available and highly recommended.

Hotels: Superior First-Class or First-Class hotel accommodations with private bath.

Meals: In-flight meals; Breakfast Daily (B); 7 Dinners (D) including a Welcome Dinner and Farewell Dinner.

Additional Inclusions: Hotel taxes, service charges, tips to baggage porters and hotel staff are all included. Air-conditioned motorcoaches everywhere while touring. Sightseeing as outlined in the itinerary with inside visits (including admission charges) and special features shown in UPPER CASE in the tour description. Sightseeing with local guides where applicable. The services of a professional Tour Director will be provided throughout.

Our Journey through the Holy Land...

•Tel Aviv •Jaffa •Caesarea •Megiddo •Muhraqa •Sea of Galilee •Cana •Nazareth •Mount of Beatitudes

•Tabgha •Capernaum •Jordan River •Ein Karem •Bethlehem •Masada •Dead Sea •Jerusalem

Travel Day – Sep 3 (Sun) Overnight flight to Tel Aviv (In-flight Meal) Day 1 – Sep 4 (Mon) Arrive in Tel Aviv, Israel Welcome to Tel Aviv. Enjoy this evening’s welcome dinner with wine, hosted by your Tour Director. (D) Day 2 – Sep 5 (Tue) Tel Aviv—Jaffa—Caesarea—Megiddo—Muhraqa— Sea of Galilee Your tour of the Holy Land begins in Jaffa with a walk through the beautifully restored ancient port, where medieval pilgrims started their strenuous 2-day trek to Jerusalem. Next is Caesarea, the perfect place to learn about the Roman and Crusader presence in the country. Visit the ROMAN AMPHITHEATER and the impressive CRUSADER FORTRESS, and admire Herod’s Stadium and harbor. In the afternoon, travel to the ancient fortified city of Megiddo—one of the world’s most important biblical sites. According to the New Testament, the Battle of Armageddon will be the final struggle between good and evil, prompting the return of Jesus to defeat the Antichrist and cast Satan into the abyss. Continuing north, pass through Baron Edmond de Rothschild’s vineyards and apricot groves to Mount Carmel, considered the most holy of all mountains in ancient times. At Muhraqa, site of Elijah’s contest of faith with the priests of Baal, enjoy a sweeping panoramic view of the fertile Jezreel Valley, where Gideon led the Israelites to victory against the Midianites. Arrive at your hotel in Tiberias on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee. (B, D) Day 3 – Sep 6 (Wed) Sea of Galilee—Cana—Nazareth Much of Jesus’ ministry occurred on the shores surrounding the Sea of Galilee. It is where he recruited four of his apostles, walked on water, calmed the storm, and fed the 5,000. Today, you will see an ancient fishing boat, said to be from the time of Christ, before arriving in Cana, where Jesus changed water into wine at a wedding. Even now, many couples renew their wedding vows at this sacred place. On to Nazareth, the Virgin Mary’s home village, and where Jesus spent part of his childhood. Visit the CHURCH OF THE ANNUNCIATION, and ST. JOSEPH’S CHURCH, built over Joseph’s carpentry workshop; and pass by Mary’s Well and the Church of the Angel Gabriel, where the angel Gabriel told Mary she would give birth to Jesus. Afternoon at leisure. (B,D) Day 4 – Sep 7 (Thu) Sea of Galilee—Mount of Beatitudes—Tabgha—Capernaum—Bet She’an— Jordan River—Jerusalem Enjoy a 45-minute CRUISE on the Sea of Galilee, then visit the MOUNT OF BEATITUDES, where Jesus delivered his Sermon on the Mount. Next, visit the CHURCH OF THE MULTIPLICATION OF LOAVES AND FISHES at Tabgha, as well as the CHURCH OF ST. PETER’S PRIMACY, where Jesus instructed Peter “to feed my lambs and tend my sheep.” Warm springs once flowed into the sea here, attracting fish, which is why Peter came here to earn a living. On to CAPERNAUM, where Jesus recruited his first followers among the fishermen. Via the ruins of Kursi, which memorialize two of Jesus’ miracles, arrive at the Jordan (cont.)

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NOT INCLUDED IN TOUR PRICE Additional airline fees for baggage, excess baggage fees, meals not included in attached itinerary, optional excursions / tours not listed in the itinerary, all items of a personal nature such as laundry, cleaning, telephone, telex or fax expenses, internet access, minibar, alcohol, beverages and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or restaurant, etc. are not included in the price of the tour. Gratuities for the Tour Director, Local Guides, and Bus Driver are not included in the tour price and are discretionary.

DEPOSIT INFORMATION Complete the Registration Form, include a deposit of $500 per person (plus insurance premium, if purchasing) and a copy of the traveler’s Passport photo page (Passport must be valid until at least 3/13/18). Final payment is due no later than 6/23/17. CANCELLATION FEES: $50 per person after making reservation; $300 per person after 4/28/17(additionally, insurance premiums are non-refundable after 4/28/17); $400 per person after 5/23/17; $662 per person after 6/23/17; $1950 per person after 7/17/17; $2206 per person after 8/10/17; $2718 per person after 8/25/17; 100% of tour cost per person for cancellations within 24 hours of departure.

Contact JEFF FOSTER

757-404-TOUR (8687) [email protected]

P.O. Box 8068 Norfolk, VA 23503

River and visit a BAPTISMAL SITE. Then, visit the ancient city of Bet She’an with its fine ROMAN and BYZANTINE RELICS. The city is located at the foot of Mount Gilboa, where King Saul and his son died by their own hands in battle with the Philistines. On the way to Jerusalem, stop for a breathtaking panoramic view of the Holy City, considered one of the oldest places in the world, with a history dating back as far as 4000 BC. (B,D) Day 5 – Sep 8 (Fri) Jerusalem—Ein Karem—Bethlehem—The Garden Tomb This morning, drive to Ein Karem and visit the CHURCH OF ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST and the CHURCH OF VISITATION, said to be built over the home of John the Baptist’s parents. Enjoy a beautiful view of the valley and surrounding wooded hills. Continue to Bethlehem and see Shepherd’s Field, where the angels announced the birth of Jesus. Next, visit the CHURCH OF THE NATIVITY on the site where Jesus was born. On the way back to Jerusalem, visit the GARDEN TOMB to bask in the splendor of the garden and pause to worship or meditate. (B, D) Day 6 – Sep 9 (Sat) Jerusalem—The Old City After a stunning view of the city from the revered MOUNT OF OLIVES, start your guided walking tour. Via the Chapel of Dominus Flevit, designed in the shape of a teardrop to symbolize the tears of Christ, arrive at the GARDEN OF GETHSEMANE, where Jesus prayed the night before his arrest. Nearby are the Cave of the Assumption of Mary, believed to be the Virgin Mary’s tomb, and the Cave of Betrayal, where Judas betrayed Jesus. Follow the VIA DOLOROSA with its nine Stations of the Cross, marking the path Jesus walked on the way to his crucifixion. At Golgotha, visit the CHURCH OF THE HOLY SEPULCHRE, erected on the site of the crucifixion and which houses the remaining five Stations of the Cross. Walk past the Temple Mount to see the Dome of the Rock, which is sacred to both the Jewish and Muslim people. On to the WESTERN WALL, the only remnant of the Second Temple, then stroll through the restored Jewish Quarter to MOUNT ZION and visit the UPPER ROOM, where Jesus and his disciples had the Last Supper; the TOMB OF KING DAVID; and the HOUSE OF CAIAPHAS, where Jesus was kept the night after his arrest and where Peter denied knowing him three times. (B) Day 7 – Sep 10 (Sun) Jerusalem—Masada—The Dead Sea Today travel through the Judean wilderness to the Dead Sea, the planet’s lowest point on dry land. Enjoy the scenery as you follow the road between the salty water and majestic desert mountains. Catch glimpses of the Caves of Qumran, where the precious Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Ascend by cable car to the spectacular clifftop FORTRESS OF MASADA, and hear how 960 Jewish rebels made their last stand against Roman forces. Around lunchtime, reach a comfortable Dead Sea resort for free time to experience the incredible buoyancy in the heavy saltwater. Later, return to Jerusalem. (B,D) Day 8 – Sep 11 (Mon) Jerusalem A full day at leisure with time to attend a worship service at one of Jerusalem’s churches. Later, maybe join an optional excursion that includes a visit to the Israel Museum to see the Shrine of the Book and the Dead Sea Scrolls, the Holocaust Memorial at Yad Vashem, and the Inn of the Good Samaritan. Join your traveling companions one last time at tonight’s special farewell dinner with wine, and celebrate the blessings you experienced on your Holy Land adventure. (B, D) Day 9 – Sep 12 (Tue) Tel Aviv—USA Your journey through the Holy Land ends with an early morning return flight to the United States from Tel Aviv.

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REGISTRATION FORM for “Journey through the Holy Land” 2017

1. ________________________________________________________ Age _____ DOB ____/____/____ Citizenship: ___ U.S. ___Other

2. ________________________________________________________ Age _____ DOB ____/____/____ Citizenship: ___ U.S. ___Other

1 Legal Names / Age / Date of Birth / Citizenship

(as shown on Passport)

2 Passport / Permanent Resident Card Information

Passport # / Resident # Authority Date of Issue Date of Expiration

Traveler #1 ______________________ ______________________ ______________________ ______________________

Traveler #2 ______________________ ______________________ ______________________ ______________________

Address, Contact Info, Special Needs

Address ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Home Phone _________________________ Cell Phone ____________________________ Email _____________________________________

Indicate if you will be celebrating a special occasion such as a birthday or anniversary or if you require special assistance, or any other important

information ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________

3

4 Emergency Contact

In the unlikely event of an emergency situation, please list the name, contact info and relationship of the person to contact:

Name _________________________________________________________________ Relationship ____________________________________

Home Phone _______________________ Cell Phone __________________________ Work Phone ____________________________________

6 Deposit & Form of Payment Information

Check One: ____ Check ____ American Express ____ Visa ____ MasterCard ____Discover

Deposit of $500.00 per person. Total # of travelers _____ X $500.00 = $__________ (final payment of balance due 6/23/2017)

Travel Insurance - due at time of booking if purchased (Premium is non-refundable after 4/28/17)

8 MAIL or EMAIL Registration Form AND Copy of Passport Go Tours P.O. Box 8068 Norfolk, VA 23503

[email protected]

Include a copy of the traveler’s Passport Photo Page with the completed Registration Form and Mail or E-Mail to:

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Total # of double occupancy travelers _____ X $227 = $__________ OR Total # of single occupancy travelers _____ X $267 = $__________

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5 Globus Journeys Club Discount

Within the last five years I have traveled with at least one of the Globus Family of Brands (Globus, Cosmos, Monograms, Avalon Waterways) and am eligible for the Journeys Club Discount: Traveler #1: ___ Yes ___ No

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DEPOSIT INFORMATION Complete the Registration Form, include a deposit of $500 per person (plus insurance premium, if purchasing) and a copy of the traveler’s Passport photo page (Passport must be valid until at least 3/13/18). Final payment is due no later than 6/23/17. CANCELLATION FEES: $50 per person after making reservation; $300 per person after 4/28/17(additionally, insurance premiums are non-refundable after 4/28/17); $400 per person after 5/23/17; $662 per person after 6/23/17; $1950 per person after 7/17/17; $2206 per person after 8/10/17; $2718 per person after 8/25/17; 100% of tour cost per person for cancellations within 24 hours of departure.

Contact JEFF FOSTER

757-404-TOUR (8687) [email protected]

P.O. Box 8068 Norfolk, VA 23503

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Go Tours LLC General Terms and Conditions

Go Tours General Terms & Conditions Payment of the deposit indicates you have read and accepted Terms and Conditions herein. In addition, the Terms and Conditions of any partner Tour Operator (Land and/or Air) are accepted as additional Terms and Conditions of the traveler’s contractual relationship with Go Tours LLC. Where the following Terms and Conditions differ from those of the partner Tour Operator, the Terms and Conditions of Go Tours LLC shall supersede. Payment of the de-posit indicates you have read and accepted the Terms and Conditions of the partner Tour Operator. Deposits & Final Payments A deposit of $500 per person is required to reserve space. Payment may be made by check, money order, cashier’s check payable to Go Tours LLC or by Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, Discover). The balance and/or total cost of the tour is due no later than June 23, 2017 Insurance Premiums for travel insurance are due at the time of booking, but no later than 14 days following the date of deposit. Insurance premiums are non-refundable after 4/28/17. Cancellation Fees $50 per person after making reservation; $300 per person after 4/28/17(additionally, insurance premiums are non-refundable after 4/28/17); $400 per person after 5/23/17; $662 per person after 6/23/17; $1950 per person after 7/17/17; $2206 per person after 8/10/17; $2718 per person after 8/25/17; 100% of tour cost per person for cancella-tions within 24 hours of departure. All cancellations must be received in writing and acknowledged as received and accepted by Go Tours. Name Changes Reservations must be made under the name appearing in the traveler’s passport. Any name changes after 7/17/17 are subject to a change fee of up to $250. Not Included in the Price of the Tour

Additional airline fees for baggage, excess baggage fees, meals not included in attached itinerary, optional excur-

sions / tours not listed in the itinerary, all items of a personal nature such as laundry, cleaning, telephone, telex or fax

expenses, minibar, alcohol, beverages and food outside of the contracted Globus menu as presented at a hotel or

restaurant, etc. are not included in the price of the tour. Gratuities for the Tour Director, Local Guides, and Bus Driv-

er are not included in the tour price and are discretionary.

Damage Any damage to equipment or property which is caused by a traveler shall be the responsibility of the individual travel-er and the costs of the repairs shall be paid by the individual traveler. A $200 minimum fee will be charged for exces-sively spilled liquids, removal of foot prints, other marks, or stains from the upholstery, and any cleaning brought about by an illness of any cause. Itinerary Changes Due to unforeseen circumstances, it may be necessary to make changes in either the itinerary or the scheduled ac-commodations. In such cases, travelers can be assured the value of the substitution will be equal to or exceed the original value. Photo Release Statement By registration and payment for the tour, travelers give Go Tours permission to use their likeness in photography for publications, promotional purposes, website, media press releases and coverage, social media and any other such purposes. Travelers will not receive compensation for the use of their likeness in any form. Parking By reserving space on a tour and/or parking a vehicle at any pick up point or parking lot, the traveler understands and agrees that neither the owner of the lot nor its representatives, employees, and agents nor Go Tours may be held liable in any way for an occurrence which may result in injury, harm, or other damages to the traveler, the travel-ers vehicle nor property. Responsibility Go Tours LLC and its affiliated entities and its employees, members, shareholders, officers, directors, successors, agents, and assigns, neither own nor operate any person or entity which is to, or does, provide goods or services for these trips or tours. Because Go Tours LLC does not maintain any control over the personnel, equipment, or opera-tions of these suppliers, Go Tours assumes no responsibility for and cannot be held liable for any personal injury, death, property damage, or other loss, accident, delay, inconvenience, or irregularity which may be occasioned by reason of (1) any wrongful, negligent, willful, or unauthorized acts or omissions on the part of any of the tour suppli-ers, or other employees or agents, (2) any defect in or failure of any vehicle, equipment, instrument owned, operated or otherwise by any of these suppliers, or (3) any wrongful, willful, or negligent act or omissions on any part of any other party not under the supervision or control of Go Tours LLC.