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Bible Land Discovery Tour November 7 ‐ 14, 2017 For more information, contact: Johns Varghese 856‐905‐7121 [email protected] or [email protected] Join Mark Kolchin on the
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Page 1: Join Mark Kolchin on the Bible Land Discovery TourSea Scroll discovery, to discuss the mysterious community of Essenes who once lived on the shores of the Dead Sea. Stop briefly at

Bible Land Discovery TourNovember 7 ‐ 14, 2017

For more information, contact:Johns Varghese

856‐905‐7121 ‐ [email protected] or [email protected]

Join Mark Kolchin on the

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Bible Land Discovery

November 7 ‐ Depart the USAYour trip begins as you depart the USA on an overnight flight.

November 8 ‐ Arrive & Transfer to BethlehemYou will be welcomed at the Tel Aviv airport by ourrepresentative and transferred to your Bethlehem hotel to enjoydinner before retiring for the night.

November 9 ‐ Kings of Israel Begin your touring inthe Holy Land byvisiting the Herodion,the fortified palace andfinal resting place ofHerod the Great. InBethlehem, gaze outover Shepherds’ Field,

and visit the Church of the Nativity, where the cave revered asJesus’ birthplace resides in the world’s oldest functioningchurch (Matthew 1:18‐25). Overnight in Bethlehem.

November 10 ‐ The Wilderness Experience Visit Kasr el Yehud, thetraditional site of the baptism ofJesus by John the Baptist whereyou too will be given theopportunity to be baptized.Stop in Jericho, the oldestknown inhabited city in theworld. Visit the ruins of theancient city, which wasconquered by Joshua (Joshua 6:1,2,20) and see parts of theancient city walls which have been uncovered. From Jericho youcan see the traditional site of the Temptation of Jesus (Matthew4: 1‐11) and the Judean wilderness. Visit Qumran, site of the DeadSea Scroll discovery, to discuss the mysterious community ofEssenes who once lived on the shores of the Dead Sea. Stopbriefly at the Shores of the Dead Sea for a quick dip in the saltand mineral‐laden waters. Overnight in Bethlehem.

November 11 ‐ Jesus’ Ministry in the GalileeExplore the Church of the Fish and the Loaves at Tabgha,traditional site of the feeding of the 5,000 (Luke 9:10). On theMount of Beatitudes, contemplate the “Sermon on the Mount”(Matthew 5‐7). Visit Capernaum, center of Jesus’ ministry in theGalilee, and visit the synagogue built on the site where Jesustaught (Matthew 4:13, 23). Cross the waters of the Sea of Galileeon a very special boat ride, complete with an onboard worshipservice. Overnight in Jerusalem.

November 12 ‐ Jesus inJerusalem Visit Mt. Zion and stand in theUpper Room (John 13), nearthe traditional site of the LastSupper (Mark 14). Walkthrough some of the ancientrooms of Caiaphas the HighPriest's house beneath theChurch of St. Peter inGallicantu. Here Jesus washeld overnight before Hiscrucifixion (Luke 22). Visit the Temple Mount, once the site ofthe Temple of Solomon. Take time to pray at the Western Wall.Sit on the Teaching Steps where Jesus once taught. Dinner andovernight in Jerusalem.

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November 13 ‐ The Week that Shook the WorldStand atop the Mount of Olives as Jesus did and enjoy a remarkableview of the "Golden City" of Jerusalem. Forty days after hisresurrection, Jesus ascended into heaven from the Mount of Olives(Acts 1:9‐12). Pray in the Garden ofGethsemane (Matthew 26) among olivetrees in the Kidron Valley across fromthe walls of Jerusalem. View the Pool ofBethesda where Jesus performed theSabbath miracle (John 5:1‐31). Sing ahymn in the Church of St. Anne, knownfor its amazing acoustics. Visit Herod’sAntonia Fortress where Jesus wasbrought before Pontius Pilate (Luke23:1‐11). Walk the Via Dolorosa, “theWay of the Cross,” and stand in reverence at the Church of the HolySepulchre. Your final destination allows time for reflection at theGarden Tomb. Enjoy dinner tonight before transferring to the airportfor your return flight.

November 14 ‐ Return HomeArrive home with a new understanding of the Bible, the land and thelife of Jesus!

$2,698 from New York

STARTING AT

YOUR ALL INCLUSIVE PRICE INCLUDES:Basic Tour & Guided Sightseeing

Roundtrip International AirfareAdditional baggage & optional fees may apply; see fine print for details

Fuel Surcharges and Government TaxesSubject to change

Admin. Fees, Entrance Fees, Hotel Gratuities & Program FeesDaily Buffet Breakfast & Dinner, Deluxe Motorcoaches

First Class Hotels & much more!

I invite you to join me on this 8 Day Bible Land Discoveryprogram that will expand our knowledge of the Bibleand this sacred land. A journey following in thefootsteps of the Lord and his disciples, the patriarchsand the prophets will change the way you read theBible, and you will learn why scholars refer to the HolyLand as the “Fifth Gospel”. Please consider thisbrochure as my personal invitation to be a part of thisadventure in faith and join me in experiencing a once ina lifetime journey as we see the Bible come to life!

Save the date and bring a friend!

- Mark

A MESSAGE FROM YOUR TOUR HOST

Mark Kolchin

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Conditions and LimitationsThis is a brief description of the plan available for all Travel Protection sales for Trips departing January 1, 2013 and after. Certain exclusions andlimitations apply and are detailed in the Certificate of Coverage. For example, coverage does not apply to: any Sickness or condition of you, a TravelingCompanion or a Family Member traveling with you that existed during the 60 days prior to the effective date of the coverages (The Pre-ExistingCondition Exclusion is waived if payment for this plan is received by Educational Opportunities Tours, Inc. at or before the final payment due date forYour Trip or 105 days before departure date, whichever occurs first.), suicide, normal pregnancy, war or any act of war. Other Covered Reasons, asdefined, includes the following events or their consequences: Cancellation or Interruption of your Trip due to: Inclement Weather, unannounced Strike,mechanical breakdown that causes complete cessation of services of Your Common Carrier for at least 12 consecutive hours; a documented trafficaccident while en route to departure; being hijacked or quarantined; jury duty; destruction of your home or destination by fire, flood, burglary or naturaldisaster; being called to the emergency service of government to provide aid or relief in the event of a natural disaster; a documented theft of passportsor visas; a transfer of employment of 250 miles or more; or Revocation of military leave. For further information ask for the Certificate of Coveragewhich fully details the coverages, provisions, limitations and exclusions of the plan offered and is available to you, upon request, at any time prior toyour purchase of the plan.This plan is underwritten by: United States Fire Insurance Company, Eatontown, NJ. Benefits are administered by: TripMate, Inc.*, 9225 Ward Parkway, Suite 200, Kansas City, MO, 64114, 1-800-888-7292 (*in CA, dba Trip Mate Insurance Agency).

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THE FINE PRINTINCLUDED IN PRICE: • Roundtrip International airfare • Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation • 1st class hotels • Sightseeing with Israel’s Best Guides • Entrance fees to sites visited (as listed in itinerary) • Breakfast & dinner daily • Hotel Gratuities • Fuel surcharges $600 • Taxes $98 (Increases in government tax and fees are subject to change)

NOT INCLUDED IN PRICE: • Optional Travel Protection Program • Optional sightseeing • Miscellaneous fees such as individual transfers; passports, laundry, lunches, beverages & baggage fees • Voluntary “Love Offering” for guide and driver

ACCOMMODATIONS: Price is per person based on double occupancy. When available, single rooms are often smaller than doubles. WhileETS will try to match roommates, we cannot guarantee a roommate will be available. Roommates may be assignedas late as 30 days prior to departure and, if one is not available or you request a single room, the following chargesapply: $448 during the basic week.

PAYMENT: • A deposit of $300 is due with registration to hold your spot on tour.• An additional deposit of $1500 is due 7/25/17.• Final payment for the trip is due 8/24/17. • The Travel Protection Plan premium is due no later than 7/25/17 to be in full effect. Travel protection premiumsmust be paid in addition to your deposits and in advance of the final payment for coverage to be in effect.

REGISTRATIONS RECEIVED AFTER 7/25/16:We welcome registrations after 7/25/17. Registrations received 7/25/17 - 8/9/17 will incur a $100 per person fee.Registrations received between 8/24/17 - 9/7/17 will incur a $200 per person fee. Registrations received after9/7/17 will incur an additional fee based on air availability. Additional fees will be advised upon registration.

FIT TO TRAVEL STATEMENT:Passengers registering for the tour accept the responsibility for being in good health and able to walk and travelon the tour. Because many of the sites are not accessible to the physically challenged, those needing oxygen,wheelchairs, or other ambulatory assistance will find the tour extremely limiting to their experiences.

PRICE INCREASES:All prices quoted in this brochure are subject to change prior to payment in full due to currency fluctuations, fuelsurcharge increases, government taxes and fees increases or unforeseen circumstances. In addition, you may besubject to a price increase after payment in full has been received due to potential government imposed taxesand fees.

AIRLINE ROUTES and TICKETS:In order to keep prices low, ETS does not guarantee the most direct routing to your final destination. Once “printed,”airline tickets cannot be changed or refunded thereafter. Air transportation to/from your destination will be economyclass on IATA and ARC carriers utilizing APEX or SUPER APEX non-refundable, non-amendable tickets for groupsof 10 or more flying together on entire itinerary.

FLIGHT TIMES: All flights are subject to change by the airlines without advance notice. ETS is not responsible for such changesor delays and does not reimburse expenses resulting from such delays. If you are making your own flightarrangements to the departure city, we recommend you purchase a ticket that can be exchanged without largepenalties.

ADDITIONAL AIRLINE FEES:You may incur additional airline checked baggage fees that are not included in the price of the tour. These feesvary by airline and are at the airline's discretion on each segment of the flight itinerary. Additionally, you may incuroptional fees (food, excess baggage, overweight baggage, items of personal nature, etc.) as well.

DEVIATIONS:Deviations from the standard tour program must be submitted in writing and are subject to additional airline fees,if applicable. Transfers for passengers who deviate are not included.

ITINERARY CHANGES:Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of this brochure. While you will see all sites listed in thisbrochure, the order of sites and/or days and number of days may be altered to accommodate changes in airline,hotel schedules, and local conditions. Due to airline schedules, some participants may receive one or two extraleisure days at a nominal per day charge and some extensions may not be available on all departure dates. Ifitinerary changes necessitate extra overnights, you will be charged $125 per night; single rooms $175 per night.Meals for extra nights are not included.

CANCELLATION FEES: Cancellation Fees may be covered by the optional Travel Protection Program, provided premium has been paidand reason for cancellation is insurable. Those who do not take travel protection should be aware of the followingcancellation penalties: From day of registration to 105 days prior to departure, you will be charged the $100non-refundable administrative fee plus any airline fees. Additionally, thereafter, you will be charged any airlinepenalties and a single room supplement if your cancellation forces your roommate into a single plus the followingcharges: 104-60 days = $400; 59-45 days = $600; 44-31 days = 40% of total cost; 30 days to day of departure= 100% of total cost. Submit cancellation in writing. On or after day of departure, there will be no refund for anyservices not used.

VALIDITY DATE:This brochure is valid until 7/1/17. Registrations will still be accepted after the validity date.

RELEASE INFORMATIONPayment of deposit indicates permission for ETS or its agents to record the registrant’s participation and appearanceon video tape, audio tape, film, photograph, or any other medium and to use the registrant’s name, likeness, voice,comments, submitted documentation, written papers, and/or biographical material without restrictions or limitationfor any advertising, marketing, publicity, educational or promotional purpose which ETS or its agents deemappropriate, unless the registrant or guardian otherwise notifies ETS in writing prior to departure.Except where otherwise stated, ETS acts only as agent for the relevant supplier in securing hotels, transportationand other travel services and in no event shall ETS be liable for failure by any such supplier to render anytransportation, lodging or other travel service to be provided on the tour. ETS assumes no liability for injury, death,damage, loss, theft, accident, delay or irregularity which may occur by reason of any negligent or willful act oromission of any suppliers of service. ETS does not own or operate any of the suppliers of services to your tour.Similarly without limiting the foregoing, passenger agrees to hold ETS harmless for any defect in any vehicle,plane, boat, bus, car, van or other vehicle, act of war or insurrection, terrorist activity, revolt or other civil uprising,military action, strikes or labor unrest or any Act of God or for any other act of any third party. Florida law will beapplicable to any dispute which arises out of/or concerns this brochure or your tour. Any and all litigation must bebrought only in and for courts in Polk County, Florida to the exclusion of litigation anywhere else in the world.Enrollment in and payment of deposit constitutes your acceptance of the “Fine Print.” Educational OpportunitiesTours doing business as Educational Travel Services is the tour operator and is solely responsible for the travelprogram. Educational Opportunities Tours is registered with the State of Florida as a Seller of Travel. RegistrationNo. ST24130. CST2027682-40

TRAVEL REGISTRATION FORMMail to: Johns Varghese

100 Middlesex Blvd #304, Plainsboro, NJ 08536Departure City: New York, NY Departure Date: 11/7/17 (D) Passenger Names: (as they appear on your passport)

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FULL DEPOSIT OF $300 PER PERSON REQUIREDSECOND PAYMENT OF $1500 DUE 7/25/17 FINAL PAYMENT DUE 8/24/17

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By signing below, I/We certify that I have read the “Fine Print,” understand its content, and agree to its terms including but notlimited to the potential for price increases that may apply before payment in full has been received as set forth in the “Fine Print”and potential price increases after payment in full has been received due to government imposed taxes and fees.

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Important Information Regarding Travel Protection:1 Travel Protection coverage cannot be added after you have paid in full.2 Premium is based on TOTAL cost of trip and is non-refundable. 3 Coverage begins when your premium payment is received by ETS

(separate from deposit & clearly designated as your travel protection premium).4 Premium must be paid in full no later than 7/25/17.

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