Travel Info

Travel to Israel

There are regular direct flights from major cities in Europe and North America, as well as from a number of Asian cities to Tel Aviv, Ben-Gurion International Airport, located only 25 KM west of Jerusalem.

The Local PCO – Ortra LTD., operates a travel agency with attractive air travel fares to Israel.

For further details, you may contact Ms. Heli Belo, heli@ortra.com

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Tours

Jerusalem & Bethlehem

Drive to Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city. Stop at Mount Zion to visit King David’s Tomb, Room of the Last Supper, and the Dormition Abbey; Enter the Old City and walk through the Armenian and Jewish quarters to the recently excavated and restored Cardo, the Roman road. See the Jewish Wailing Wall and the Kotel, and continue to the Christian quarter. Walk along the Via Dolorosa and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Continue to Bethlehem, where Jesus was born; Visit the Church of Nativity and Manger Square; View the Shepherds’ field. Return to your point of departure.

NOTE: Modest dress (no shorts or sleeveless shirts) and head covering are required for visiting holy sites.

Departure: Daily | Pick-up time: 07:50.

Price: $195 per person

• The tour is subject to Palestinian authority regulations.
• Palestinian guide meets the tour only after the border crossing.
• Border crossing may include a short unaccompanied walking portion.
• Change of vehicle may be required upon entering Palestinian authority territory.
• Passports are required.

Jerusalem of Gold

Drive to Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city. Stop at Mount Zion to visit King David’s Tomb, Room of the Last Supper, and the Dormition Abbey; Enter the Old City and walk through the Armenian and Jewish quarters to the recently excavated and restored Cardo, the Roman road. See the Jewish Wailing Wall and the Kotel, and continue to the Christian quarter. Walk along the Via Dolorosa and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Proceed to the New City and visit Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust (Self-guided).

On Saturdays and Jewish holidays, instead of Yad Vashem, drive to  Ein Karem, southwest of Jerusalem, traditionally known as the birthplace of John the Baptist; Stroll in the narrow lanes of the picturesque neighborhood, stopping by Mary’s spring and continue to visit the remarkable Church of Saint John the Baptist. Return to your point of departure.

NOTE: Modest dress (no shorts or sleeveless shirts) and head covering are required for visiting holy sites.

Departure: Daily | Pick-up time: 07:50.

Price: $190 per person.

Masada & The Dead Sea

Depart Tel Aviv via the Judean hills to the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth; Visit a Dead Sea cosmetic products shop. Drive along the shores of the Dead Sea to Masada and learn about the heroic story of the Jewish fighters. Ascend by cable car and tour the mountain fortress built by King Herod, where the Zealots of the first century made their last stand against the Romans. Visit the remains of the walls, palace, synagogue, water cisterns, mosaic floors, roman baths, and other findings. Descend by cable car. Continue to the Dead Sea; Enjoy the unique opportunity to float in the Dead Sea and cover yourself with the mineral rich mud that many believe has therapeutic effects. Return to your point of departure. 

NOTE: Comfortable walking shoes, hats, sunscreen, bathing suits, and towels are recommended.

Departure: Daily | Pick-up time: 07:50.

Price: $245 per person

Northern Coastal Cities 

Visit Caesarea, an ancient Herodian port city built by Herod the Great. At Caesarea National Park, you'll find magnificent ancient harbor ruins, preserved Crusader fortress wreckage, beautiful beaches, and impressive modern residences sitting side by side. Continue to Haifa, the third largest city in Israel, for a scenic view of the major seaport city and home to the spectacular Bahai Faiths World Center and Gardens (a UNESCO World Heritage Site and destination for Bahai pilgrimage).

Drive to Acre, a city shaped by the Romans, Ottomans, Crusaders, Mamelukes, Byzantines, and British. Today, the Old City of Acre is recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site in recognition of the remains of the Crusader town. Walk through the colorful market where traders sell a whole spectrum of goods, the mosque, and the old port bustling with many activities Visit the remarkable underground Crusader City and crypt to learn about their fascinating history and culture. The final stop on this tour leads to Rosh Hanikra an incredible geological formation on the border between Israel and Lebanon. This white chalk cliff contains tunnels with 200 meters of magnificent limestone grottoes formed by sea action. There is an option to descend by cable into the limestone
grottoes. 

Departure: Monday,Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday | Pick-up time: 05:40.

Price: $299 per person

Sea of Galilee & Nazareth

We begin the day at Nazareth, the Arab capital of Israel, where Jesus spent his boyhood. Visit major Christian sites such as the Church of the Annunciation and Mary's Well. Continue to Nazareth Village, a reenacted village and authentic first century farm built on ancient agricultural land from the time of Jesus. Step into the Bible at Nazareth Village and experience life as it was in the first century. Experience a living interpretation of bible scenes brought to life by "villagers" and see an ancient wine press, terraces, and stone quarry, as well as unique replicas of first century houses, olive presses, and more.

Drive through the vast Jezreel Valley and the ancient city of Megiddo identified as the site of Armageddon. Board the boat for a cruise on the Sea of Galilee Enjoy traditional St. Peter Fish lunch. Continue to the Mount of Beatitudes, the site of the Sermon on the Mount. We then proceeded to visit Tabgha, where 5,000 were fed by Jesus, who performed the miracle of the multiplication of fish and loaves Visit Capernaum where Jesus began his ministry.

NOTE: Modest dress (no shorts or sleeveless shirts) and head covering are required for visiting holy sites.

Departure: Monday-Thursday, Saturday | Pick-up time: 05:40.

Price: $260 per person

Terms & Conditions

Tourism Services

  • Registration to daily tours opens until December 5, 2024.
  • Tours operate on a share car basis.
  • Meals are not included.
  • VAT for Israeli passport holders will be added accordingly to the law.
     

Cancellation Policy for Ground Transportation and Tourism Services

For alterations of reservations or any other invoiced item, an administrative charge of 30 USD will be charged. Alternative participants are readily accepted for an administrative fee of 30 USD.

Refund of payments made towards registration will be refunded if written notification reaches the Convention Secretariat, Ortra Ltd. alphaomega@ortra.com as follows:

  • Cancellation is received within 14 days from the date of registration (unless registration was made during the 7 days prior to the Meeting) Full refund, excluding 30 USD handling fees.

If cancellation is received 15 days or more from the date of registration refund will be made as follows:

  • Until November 21, 2024 – Full refund with deduction of US$ 30 handling fee
  • From November 22, 2024 until December 12, 2024 – 50% refund 
  • From December 13, 2024 – No refunds on cancellations

Questions

Transportation from/to Ben Gurion Airport

How to get to Jerusalem from Ben Gurion Airport and back?
1. Taxi | Taxis are readily available at the airport. They operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Taxis can be found outside the Arrival Hall of the airport (to the left). Taxi services are regulated and the Taxi companies at Ben Gurion Airport operate under permission. The cost of the taxi is approximately 260 NIS (approx. 70 Euro). 2. Train | The train station is located on Level S of the Landside Building, adjacent to the Arrival Hall. The train will take you to the Central Station in Jerusalem (Jerusalem–Yitzhak Navon station) from where you will need a Taxi/local bus to reach your hotel. 3. Bus | Public transportation services to Jerusalem are located at Terminal 3, level G, gate 1. Line 485 run from Ben-Gurion International Airport, to the Central Bus Station in Jerusalem, from where you will need a Taxi/local bus to reach your hotel. The bus operates 24 hours a day (Saturday evening through late Friday afternoon) and departs from Terminals 1 and 3 at the airport and from several locations in Jerusalem, including the Central Bus Station. The journey is approximately an hour and costs 16 NIS (about $5 USD). Bus fare is only accepted through a card called Rav Kav. 4. Car Rental | The car rental companies’ counters are located on the first floor of the East Gallery in the Arrival Hall. The service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Traveling in Jerusalem

How to travel inside Jerusalem city?
1. InterCity Train (Rakevet Israel) – Utilizing the express train is the greatest and most affordable way to travel to Jerusalem. The train ride is about 20 minutes time and costs 13 -18 NIS (about $5 USD). 2. Light Rail and Bus – Public transportation in Jerusalem consists of a network of buses and a central light rail system that connects one end of the city (Mount Herzl) to the other side (Pisgat Zeev). a. Light Rail - Using the Jerusalem Light Rail requires you to buy a ticket before boarding the train; tickets can be purchased at all the stops. A single ride on the light rail is 5.90 NIS. b. Bus - Buses in Jerusalem are all run by ‘Egged’; they are mostly green although some are white with red stripes. There are several routes within the city, and the standard bus fare in Jerusalem is 5.90 NIS for a single trip. c. Paying for public transportation (buses, trains, light rail) is done by using a ‘Rav Kav’ with a smartcard chip. See below for more information. d. NOTE: No public transport on Shabbat – The Jerusalem bus and rail systems shut down for Shabbat (the Jewish Sabbath) on Friday afternoon. Buses stop about an hour before sundown, and light rail a few hours before. Service resumes after sunset on Saturday night (buses start about an hour after Shabbat ends, and the light rail a few hours later. Tip: Since there’s no public transportation in Jerusalem during Shabbat, be mindful of planning ahead for your visit to Jerusalem if you’re staying there during Shabbat. If your flight lands on a Friday night or a Saturday day and you need to get to Jerusalem, you may book a shuttle or private taxi ride from the airport to Jerusalem. 2. Taxi – You’ll find both private and shared taxi services at Ben Gurion Airport located at Terminal 3 Arrivals Hall Exit. A private taxi to Jerusalem costs approximately 230 NIS ($63 USD) Sunday – Friday and about 290 – 300 NIS ($80 USD) on Saturday. Payments for taxi rides can be done either using cash or a local app called Gett (available for download on iOS or Android). There’s no need to book ahead for the trip, just be sure to have enough cash as not all taxis accept credit cards. Please note: by law, taxis must have a meter running. The driver may try to negotiate a fixed price but that is generally illegal. 3. Shared Taxi (Nesher Sherut) – A Nesher Sherut (shared taxi service) is a cheaper alternative to a private taxi. You’ll find Nesher vans outside the Arrivals Hall and they will drop you off anywhere in Jerusalem. The service runs 24/7. Please note that travel from Ben Gurion Airport with this service does not require pre-booking however travel from Jerusalem to the airport requires booking 24 hours in advance and it is advised to note your flight’s departure time. The shared taxi costs 62-67 NIS (about $17), and you’ll find the current rate clearly posted outside the terminal.

Pre-booked Transportation

How to book transportation before the conference?
* Private Arrival/Departure Transfer US$ 120 (up to 2 passengers) * VIP Arrival/Departure Transfer US$ 220 (up tp 2 passengers) 1. Upon arrival, you will pass through immigration, collect your bags, pass through Customs, and then proceed to the Arrivals Hall. 2. Please turn on your cell phone when exiting the airplane so that the service company can contact you – please send us in advance your cell number. 3. For departure transfers your driver will be waiting for you in the lobby of the hotel, holding a sign with your name on it. 4. Pick up for return transfer will be 4 hours prior to flight departure time. ** Transfers can be booked via the meeting registration form.

Airport Assistance

VIP Escort Service & Transfer
VIP Arrival/deparure Escort Service & Transfer US$ 370 (up to 2 passengers) 1. Arrival service operates from the plane, where you will be greeted on landing at the end of the flight sleeve. A representative will escort you all the way through passport control, luggage collection, directly to the awaiting car transfer which will take you to your hotel. 2. Departure service operates from the awaiting car transfer at the hotel, which will take you to the airport. A representative will escort you all the way through check in, security, passport control.