Fairfield University Alumni Relations presents…

Israel: A Journey to the Holy Land

with Optional 4-Night Jordan Post Tour Extension

March 6 – 15, 2015

For more information contact Fairfield University Alumni Relations

(203) 254-4280 alumni@fairfield.edu

Hosted by: Rev. Charles Allen S.J. University Chaplain

Dr. Philip Eliasoph Professor of Visual & Performing Arts Prof. Yael Eliasoph Instructor of Italian

Book by 10/7/2014 & Save $250

Per Person

10 Days ● 15 Meals: 8 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 6 Dinners

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Double $4,199 Single $5,099; Triple $4,169 Regular rates if booked after 10/7/2014: Double $4,449 Single $5,349; Triple $4,419 Included in Price: Transportation to/from Fairfield University campus and airport, Round Trip Air from New York, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers Not included in price: Cancellation Waiver and Insurance of $260 per person

All Rates are Per Person and are subject to change

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631812

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Highlights… Tel Aviv, Jaffa, Caesarea, Tiberias, Nazareth, Sea of Galilee, Jericho, Qumran, Dead Sea, Masada, Bethlehem, Church of the Nativity, Jerusalem, Mount of Olives, Mount Zion, Wailing Wall

Day 1: Friday, March 6, 2015 Overnight Flight Journey on an

inspirational trip to the Holy Land and

visit some of the most ancient sites in

the world.

Day 2: Saturday, March 7, 2015 Tel Aviv, Israel - Tour Begins Your tour begins in Tel

Aviv. Upon arrival, join your tour

manager for a brief walking tour of

the city. Tonight, join your fellow

travelers for a welcome dinner. (D)

Day 3: Sunday, March 8, 2015 Tel Aviv - Jaffa - Caesarea - Haifa - Acre - Tiberias Begin

the day with a stroll through the

ancient port city of Jaffa. Continue

along the Mediterranean coast to the

ruins of the ancient Roman capital of

Caesarea, built by Herod the Great in

22 B.C. Visit the Roman Theatre,

Aqueduct and Fortress. Travel the

Valley of Armageddon to the

excavation site of Tel Megiddo. Next,

enjoy a panoramic view of Haifa and

the Baha'i Shrine and Gardens on

Mount Carmel (UNESCO World

Heritage site). Then, visit the ancient

Crusader city of Acre (UNESCO).

Your day comes to an end in Tiberias.

(B, D)

Day 4: Monday, March 9, 2015 Tiberias - Cana - Nazareth - Tabgha - Capernaum - Sea of Galilee This morning you’ll visit

Cana, considered to be the site of the

First Miracle, where Jesus turned

water into wine. Next, travel to

Nazareth to visit the Church of the

Annunciation and Mary's Well.

Afterwards, visit the Mount of

Beatitudes, site of the Sermon on the

Mount, and Tabgha, site of the

Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes.

Your visit to Capernaum is followed

by an enjoyable boat ride on the Sea

of Galilee. Enjoy lunch at a communal

settlement, known as a Kibbutz. Later,

cross the River Jordan to visit the

Golan Heights and the Hashalom

Observatory. (B, L, D)

Day 5: Tuesday, March 10, 2015 Tiberias - Beit Shean - Jericho - Qumran - Dead Sea This morning you visit Beit Shean to

see the ancient theatre. Continue along

the Jordan River Valley to Jericho,

which is considered to be one of the

oldest cities on Earth. Later, drive to

Qumran where the ancient Dead Sea

Scrolls were discovered. Afterwards,

proceed to the lowest place on earth,

the Dead Sea. The remainder of the

day is at leisure. (B, D)

Day 6: Wednesday, March 11, 2015 Dead Sea - Masada - Bethlehem - Jerusalem Today’s

route leads to the former palatial

fortress of Masada (UNESCO).

Ascending the ancient walls of

Masada by cable car, we visit Herod's

palaces, the Roman camp and the

Synagogue. A stop in the biblical city

of Bethlehem, spread along the Judean

hills, allows for a visit to the Church

of the Nativity, the birthplace of Jesus.

Tonight you arrive in one of the

holiest cities in the world, Jerusalem.

(B, D)

Day 7: Thursday, March 12, 2015 Jerusalem Drive to Mount

of Olives for a panoramic view of the

city of Jerusalem and the surrounding

area. Proceed to the Church of the

Ascension and the Garden of

Gethsemane to view the Kidron

Valley, Absaloms Pillar and the tombs

of Zachariah and St. James. Visit St.

Peter in Galicantu and Mount Zion

where you will see the room of The

Last Supper and the tomb of King

David. Visit the Shrine of the Book at

the Israel Museum to view the display

of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Then, visit

the Garden Tomb. (B)

Day 8: Friday, March 13, 2015 Old City, Jerusalem Travel to the

Western Wall Tunnel for a fascinating

guided tour under the Old City of

Jerusalem. Later, travel to the Yad

Vashem Museum, established in 1953,

as the world center for documentation,

research, education and

commemoration of the Holocaust and

is a dynamic and vital place. The

remainder of your day is at leisure.

(B)

Day 9: Saturday, March 14, 2015 Jerusalem A magnificent

tour of the Holy City of Jerusalem

begins with a drive to the old walled

city. While walking through the four

quarters that make up the Old City

(UNESCO), you will visit the Western

(Wailing) Wall, the Temple area, the

Dome of the Rock (outside view

only), the Pool of Bethesda and the

Church of St. Anne.

Next, walk the path of the Stations of

the Cross as you walk the Via

Dolorosa, beginning at Pilate's

Judgment Hall and ending at the

Church of the Holy Sepulchre. This

evening, join your fellow travelers for

dinner. (B, D)

Day 10: Sunday, March 15, 2015 Jerusalem - Tour Ends

(B)

Itinerary at a glance Day 1 Overnight Flight

Day 2 Leonardo City Tower Hotel , Tel Aviv

Days 3, 4 Leonardo Plaza Hotel Tiberias, Tiberias

Day 5 David Dead Sea Resort & Spa, Dead Sea

Days 6 – 9 Crowne Plaza Hotel Jerusalem, Jerusalem

On some dates alternate hotels may be used.

Experience It! Jerusalem's Old City: A Confluence of Faiths Enter its sacred gates and meander its labyrinth of winding cobblestone streets

densely packed in an area covering less than one square mile. In spite of its

diminutive size, the walled Old City is of great symbolic importance for Judaism,

Christianity and Islam. Your journey with Collette includes venerable locations

which have existed for thirty centuries. Walk along the Via Dolorosa or Way of

Sorrows to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the site of Jesus Christ’s

crucifixion, burial and resurrection. Observe the solemnity of the Western Wall,

the only surviving remnant of Judaism’s most sacred shrine, the Temple Mount;

and gaze in awe at one of the world’s great architectural masterpiece, the Dome

of the Rock. To the Muslims it is where the Prophet Muhammad ascended to

heaven.

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TOUR: Israel: A Journey to the Holy Land DEPARTURE DATE: Mar 06, 2015

GROUP NAME: Fairfield University Alumni Relations BOOKING NUMBER: 631812

AVAILABLE PREPAID OPTIONS Personalize your tour by adding an optional activity below. Our recommended options have been carefully chosen to help enhance your individual experience.

Complete the provided Prepaid Options Form to reserve your options. Availability is limited and reservations are on a first come, first served basis. Payment must be received no later than 15 days prior to departure. Prices are

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Jerusalem by Night with Tower of David "Sound & Light Show" (by bus & foot) 85.00

Optional 5-Day 4-Night Jordan Post Tour Extension 1,499.00 (land only)

Please make checks payable to Collette and send to: Fairfield University Alumni Relations 1073 N Benson Rd Fairfield, CT 06824-5171 Fax: (203) 254-4104

RES#: 631812 Israel: A Journey to the Holy Land TRAVEL DATE: 3/06/2015 TERRITORY: A7

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Jerusalem

3/11/2015 Jerusalem by Night with Tower of David "Sound & Light

Show" (by bus & foot)

$85 USD

Discover the treasures of Jerusalem by night, a beacon of three faiths. By bus, enjoy stunning views of the Old City

walls, Temple Mount and Mount Zion. On foot, walk through Jaffa gate to the Old City (UNESCO), which combines

the beauty of what is old with an allure that is timeless and visit the Citadel (also known as the Tower of David). The

walls of the Citadel serve as a stage for a “Night Spectacular” show which is a celebration of sight and sound. Amidst

the archaeological remains in the Citadel’s courtyard and to the sound of original music, the story of Jerusalem unfolds

through giant breathtaking, virtual reality images. Explore the Jewish Quarter, where echoes of history meet the voices

of the present day. Discover hidden archways, spiraling stairways, and arrive at the Wailing Wall, the holiest place of

Judaism and the single most visited site in Jerusalem. The Wailing Wall attracts visitors from all over the world and of

all faiths and denominations. It stands as the only reminder of the Holy Temple and is visited by thousands every day.

Duration: Approximately 3 hours. Please note a minimum of 10 passengers is required. Transportation is included.

Please Note: Book Now rates valid until October 07, 2014, valid on air inclusive packages only. To complete your tour, we include roundtrip airport-to-hotel transfers when purchasing Collette airfare with your tour. If you have arranged for your own air, we are pleased to provide you the option of purchasing these transfers. Please note that all transfers will leave at pre-scheduled times.

Single accommodations are limited and are available on a first come, first served basis.

Proper dress is required when visiting religious sites, sanctuaries, basilicas, etc.

To truly experience the program and destination, you need to be able to participate in physical activities such as longer walking tours, walking over uneven terrain, climbing stairs and periods of standing. Some of the touring days may be longer, with select included activities occurring later in the evening.

Due to flight schedules, you may require a very early morning departure from the hotel on the last day (Day 10). Travel distance from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion airport is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes. It is recommended that you arrive at Ben Gurion airport approximately 3 hours prior to departure. Air passengers will depart from the Tel Aviv airport and all transfers will depart from Jerusalem for the Tel Aviv airport.

Air rate and schedule are applicable for groups of 10 or more traveling on the same flights and dates.

Extend your vacation with

Optional 5-Day 4-Night Jordan Post Tour Extension Rate: $1,499.00 USD per person, double, land only

7 Meals: 4 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners Day 10: Jerusalem - Jordan Valley Border Crossing - Madaba, Jordan - Mt. Nebo This morning you travel to the Jordan Valley, crossing the border* into Jordan. Travel the Desert Highway to the city of Madaba, the “City of Mosaics.” Visit the Church of St. George to see the famous 6th century Byzantine mosaic map of the region, one of the oldest in existence, and the museum where many other spectacular mosaic examples are on display. Visit a local mosaic school to learn the history of this ancient art and how to create your very own mosaic piece. You will also visit Mt. Nebo, where Moses saw the Promised Land – present day Israel – and it is believed that Moses was laid to rest here. Continue to the ancient city of Petra for a two night stay.

Day 11: Petra Enjoy a full day tour of the remarkable stone-carved city of Petra (UNESCO), one of the new Wonders of the World. A treasure of the ancient world, Petra was “hidden” behind rugged mountains prior to its discovery in 1812 after being lost for over 300 years. Explore this breathtaking city, carved from sandstone by the Nabataeans, with an expert guide and learn about the importance of Petra to the ancient trade routes, the history of its prominence and decline, its rediscovery, and efforts at preservation. This evening, experience the flavors of the region with a delightful dinner at a popular local restaurant Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 12: Petra - Wadi Rum - Amman This morning, depart for the immense desert of Wadi Rum, stunning in its natural beauty and home of the famous film, Lawrence of Arabia. Experience desert life and learn about the fascinating history of the Bedouin people who have lived for generations in the Wadi Rum’s stark, fragile and unspoiled desert. Later, arrive in Amman, known as the “White City” because its buildings are finished in white limestone. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 13: Amman - Jerash - Jordan Valley Border Crossing - Tel Aviv, Israel Travel the quiet valley among the mountains of Gilead to the city of Jerash – the “Pompeii of the East.” Step back in time as you tour the ruins with a local guide. Walk through columned streets, hilltop temples, public squares and plazas. Archeologists uncovered evidence inside the city walls indicating Amman was occupied as far back as the Neolithic age over 6,500 years ago. Later, travel to the Jordan Valley Border Crossing*, returning to Israel. Continue to Tel Aviv for your overnight stay. Today breakfast and dinner will be included.

Day 14: Tel Aviv - Tour Ends Today breakfast will be included.

Please Note:

*When using the shuttle buses at the border crossings, a 3 USD fee per person, paid in local currency or USD, is collected on the bus by each driver.

*Israel exit fee is approximately 32 USD per person, paid in local currency when crossing the border into Jordan. A Jordanian visa is required and can be purchased at the Sheik Hussein (Jordan Valley) border crossing. As of April 1, 2014 the government of Jordan has increased this to an approximate cost of 57 USD, paid in local currency (40 Jordanian dinar). Money can be exchanged at the border crossing. When returning to Israel, the Jordanian exit fee is approximately 15 USD per person, paid in local currency, subject to change without advance notice. Rates are approximate and can be changed at any time based on governing authority.

This extension is hosted by local representatives who will provide all included services.

Extensions not purchased at time of deposit are subject to availability and applicable charges at time of request.

A minimum of 4 passengers is required for this extension to operate.

For more information on extensions and options for this tour visit https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/631812

Fairfield University Alumni Relations 1073 N Benson Rd Fairfield, Connecticut, 06824-5171

For more information contact Fairfield University Alumni Relations (203)254-4280

alumni@fairfield.edu