ISRAEL: September 14-25, 2024

with Central Church, NC.

(Program #240902, Taught by Dr. Smith).

Land and Air: $5899.00

Land Only Price: $4199.00

Single supplement (for travelers who wish to room alone): $1300.00

Saturday, September 14, 2024. Departure Day.

Depart USA for Tel Aviv, Israel. Overnight: In flight.

Sunday, September 15, 2024. Arrive at Ben Gurion Airport.

Transfer to the hotel for check in, dinner and a goodnight’s rest! (Should flight schedules bring in the group in the AM, a visit to sites on the coast of Israel and lunch will precede check in at the hotel. Overnight: Tel Aviv area (1 of 1). B,D 

Monday, September 16, 2024. Four Conflicts in the Background of the Gospels:

Highlighting four example sites, we will focus today on four “key conflicts” in the background of Jesus’ public ministry the Gospel writer thinks the reader will already understand. Sites: Caesarea Maritima, Mt. Carmel, Nazareth (cave homes), Zippori (Sepphoris). Overnight: By the Sea of Galilee (1 of 3). B,D

Tuesday, September 17, 2024. Characteristics of the Disciples.

Using all four gospel accounts, we will investigate the evidence on the background, education and theology of the first disciples Jesus chose. Sites: Mt. Arbel, Magdala, Ancient Boat exhibit, boat ride, Mt. of Beatitudes, Capernaum. Overnight: By the Sea of Galilee (2 of 3). B,D

Wednesday, September 18, 2024. Private Teachings for the Disciples.

Based on the five sermons in the Gospel according to Matthew, our focus will be on the common teaching style of the ancient rabbis, comparing them to the way Jesus taught. Sites: Dan Nature Reserve, Tel Dan, Banias (Caesarea Philippi), overlook into Syria, Qatzrin Village. Overnight: By the Sea of Galilee (3 of 3). B,D

Thursday, September 19, 2024. The Perean Ministry of Jesus.

Today, we will address the issues of the Perean Ministry as well as the ministry of John the Baptist, with selections from Luke 10-19 (the “special section” of that Gospel). Sites: Beth Shean, Jordan Valley, Qumran, Views of Jerusalem. Overnight: Dead Sea Area. (1 of 1) B,D

Friday, September 20, 2024. Hebrew Themes of the Wilderness.

From the desert storm of Habakkuk, to the salt covenant of David, various Biblical wilderness themes will be highlighted, and then “up to Jerusalem”. Sites: Masada, Ein Gedi, Jericho. Overnight: Jerusalem. B,D

Saturday, September 21, 2024. Messianic Expectations and Disappointments.

A.M. We will discuss the Passion Week record, focusing on the record of the preaching of Jesus. Sites: Emek Tsurim, Mt. of Olives overlook, Gethsemane. P.M. Setting of the Birth Narrative: After lunch, we will investigate what the Biblical accounts tell us of Jesus’ birth, based on both the Matthew and Luke accounts. Sites: Bethlehem, Shepherd’s Field. Overnight: Jerusalem. B,D

Sunday, September 22, 2024. A Living People.

We will look more closely at the regathering of the people of Israel in the land. Kfar Etzion, the Old City Jewish Quarter, the Western Wall, South Wall excavations (Davidson Center). Overnight: Jerusalem. B,D

Monday, September 23, 2024. Jewish Questionings and Roman Trials of Jesus.

The arrest, trial and conviction ofJesus will be our subject as we journey through the “salvation geography” of Jerusalem following the Gospel According to John. Sites: Temple Mount, Pools of Bethesda, Via Dolorosa, Holy Sepulchre, Garden Tomb. Overnight: Jerusalem. B,D

Tuesday, September 24, 2024. Free day in Jerusalem.

Day at leisure. Today is for you to choose what you want to do. You may want to visit some of Jerusalem’s many museums; pick up additional sightseeing, go shopping, try exploring the local culture; or perhaps even slow down and rest to get ready for the trip home. B,D

Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Departure Day.

You will depart from Tel Aviv to home, arriving later the same day! 

Every effort will be made to complete the full itinerary. Yet, because conditions are often unpredictable in travel, we reserve the right to make changes during the tour.

Tour Conditions 

FULL TOUR PRICE of $5899.00 for Sep 14-25, 2025 INCLUDES a twelve-day trip with air from Charlotte, NC, group transfers, hotels, Israeli buffet breakfast and dinner daily, all tips for group services, full sightseeing, the services of an English-speaking local guide, and all entrance fees to sites as listed in the program. All taxes and surcharges in effect as of March 1, 2024 are included. If additional surcharges or taxes are imposed by the airlines or governments, any additional amounts will be the responsibility of the passenger. This price is based on a minimum of 20 passengers.

LAND ONLY price is $4199.00 and INCLUDES all of the above except air and transfers.

NOT INCLUDED are any expenses required for COVID compliance, personal items such as laundry; drinks or coffee with dinners; lunches, tips for personal favors; excess baggage and forwarding of baggage; transfers other than with the group; optional travel insurance.

YOUR ACCOMMODATIONS are based on First Class (4*) hotels using double occupancy in a twin bedded room with private bath. There is a supplemental charge of $1300 if you prefer a single room. Individuals enrolling without a roommate may request to be matched with a roommate. In the event that a roommate is not available, individuals will be required to pay the single supplement charge. All single rooms are subject to availability and may be smaller than normal twin rooms.

PAYMENT: A nonrefundable deposit of $400 per person, is required to secure your place on the program. A second payment of $2400 per person is due six (6) months prior to departure. Deposits received within six (6) months of departure require a total initial payment of $2800. Final payment is due to CTSP three (3) months prior to departure. Thereafter, a late payment fee of $100 per person per month will be assessed.

CANCELLATION FEES*:

90+ days prior non-refundable deposit

66-90 days prior 50% plus non-refundable deposit

0-65 days prior No refund

*If your cancellation results in a roommate needing a single supplement, that amount will be charged to you in addition to the above fees.

*All refund claims must be in writing to CTSP. There is no refund for any services not used.

TRIP INSURANCE IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. Insurance purchased within two weeks of deposit is the most economical, and may cover pre-existing conditions. See the insurance link when you register.

ITINERARY LENGTH: Flight times are subject to change without advance notice. CTSP is not responsible for changes and delays in airline schedules and does not reimburse passengers for expenses resulting from delays.

Because airlines often change flight times and dates at the last minute, CTSP strongly recommends that if passengers are purchasing any connecting tickets they should be able to be changed without heavy fees or penalties. If airline(s) change flight schedules, CTSP reserves the right to lengthen or shorten the itinerary accordingly, and whenever possible, you will be notified in writing. If changes necessitate extra overnights, you will be charged (per person, per night) US$190 double occupancy, or US$360 for single rooms (includes single supplement).

AIRLINE ARRANGEMENTS from Charlotte (CLT) are included in the Full Tour price. Air Transportation will be economy class aboard regularly scheduled carriers utilizing non-refundable, non-transferable, non-amendable tickets. Once your ticket has been written, it cannot be transferred, rewritten, or refunded.

YOUR LUGGAGE is restricted in size and shape by the airline, and is limited to one checked piece (max 50#), one carryon, plus a smaller personal piece. You should check with the airline for the specific restrictions.

STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY 

CTSP agrees to provide the itinerary described for this trip, and it represents the entire agreement between the passenger and CTSP. No changes or deviations are effective unless approved in writing and signed by an authorized officer of CTSP. Except as stated herein, no person is authorized to cancel, modify, or vary the study program arrangements (during the course) or to make any representation of warranty concerning the program. 

All prices, itineraries, and schedules are subject to regulations and changes thereof by acts of Government, International Agreement and Airline tariff adjustments, rules and regulations. 

CTSP reserves the right to change or withdraw the program, in whole or in part, at any time. In the event of a change, the sole exclusive obligation of CTSP will be to refund pro rata any recoverable payment received, based on recovered funds. In the event of rescheduling of the program due to unforeseen circumstances, the cancellation and refund clause will apply. CTSP reserves the right to refuse or to revoke travel to anyone who is, in the sole judgment of CTSP, incapable of or detrimental to group travel. 

Except for the willful negligence of its direct employees, CTSP assumes no liability or responsibility for any injuries, inconveniences, illness, irregularity or incidental damages occasioned by circumstances beyond the control of CTSP, or by any person or reason whatsoever, including, but not limited to events such as strikes, revolts, wars, natural disaster, closures of airports or hotels, default or omission of any common or private carrier or the default, negligence, or omission of any by any third party providing services or facilities related to or included in this program. 

The commercial carriers are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time the passengers are not on board commercial carriers. The passenger contracts, in use by all commercial carriers involved, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the commercial carriers and the passenger or purchaser of this program and/or passage and program operator assumes no liability or responsibility in connection therewith. 

ENROLLMENT in and payment of the deposit for the tour constitutes your acceptance of the Program Conditions and Statement of Responsibility.