Arrival / Departure Airport
Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport (TLV)

Event Location
American Colony Hotel
Louis Vincent Street 1
Jerusalem

Hotel

American Colony Hotel

A former palace of a pasha, which was transformed into a hotel in 1902, The American Colony Hotel is perfectly situated within walking distance to The Garden Tomb, where together we will experience Nicky’s Easter services.

Located near the Old City of Jerusalem, the small luxury hotel will be the perfect start off point as we journey through the history of Israel. With its swimming pool, gourmet restaurants, landscaped gardens and a high-tech fitness centre, the hotel offers a tranquil atmosphere in the heart of the vibrant city of Jerusalem.

Rooms are located in 4 buildings; the Main House, the East House, the Palm House and the Cow Byre. Luxurious and spacious rooms feature air conditioning, flat-screen TV and Italian “Frette” bed linen. The modern bathrooms are equipped with designer amenities.

Prices starting from:

Comfort Room – Single use     USD 545 per night
Comfort Room – Double use   USD 590 per night

Your Experience

We are delighted that you are joining us in Jerusalem alongside a small group of close friends of Alpha. Together with Nicky and Pippa, we will take a special journey through Israel with the opportunity to witness and discuss what God is doing at this special time in history. As part of the trip, we will:

  • Visit the Garden Tomb for services on Good Friday and Easter Sunday, hearing Nicky preach, from front-row seats
  • Learn from distinguished theological scholar, Dr James Orr from the University of Cambridge, who will accompany us throughout the trip
  • Experience notable sites from scripture, such as the Mount of Olives, Garden of Gethsemane, Jaffa Gate, the Jordan River and the Dead Sea
  • Explore new excavations like the Temple of Melchizedek
  • Enjoy a port-side dinner in the archaeological ruins of Caesarea
  • Dine in the desert under the stars
  • Share Holy Communion together in a place of significance in scripture
  • Be led by experienced guides who explain the captivating history that we will be encountering

We hope that this will be a memorable experience for everyone who attends, and that it will be an opportunity to see old friends again and make new ones. We are praying that you will be blessed as you witness – first hand – notable sites from scripture and learn about their significance and history.

 

Additional Services

Arrival Services

Fast-track, speedy and hassle-free service arriving at the airport

  • VIP Club Arrival Service – Price: USD 240
  • Private Terminal Arrival Service – Price: USD 519

Private Transfers between the airport and The American Colony Hotel

  • Arrival Transfer (private Taxi) – Price starting from USD 170

 

Departure Services

Fast-track, speedy and hassle-free service departing at the airport

  • VIP Club Departure Service – Price: USD 240
  • Private Terminal Departure Service – Price: USD 519

Private Transfers between The American Colony Hotel and your airport of departure

  • Departure Transfer (private Taxi) – Price starting from USD 170

Hotel & Tour Reservation

To register

Important Notes

  • Hotel and length of stay can be selected during registration
  • Deposit payment of 25% required at the time of registration

faq

Experience Operation
Travel Documents
Price and Payment
General about Israel

WHO IS KESHET JOURNEYS?

Keshet Journeys LTD. is the travel agency  and local tour operator in Israel coordinating the booking process and the land operation for your Israel Experience. Keshet can provide assistance for all questions regarding reservation, payments, lodging, and flights. You can contact our team by sending an email to:
pascal@keshetjourneys.com

 

WHAT DOCUMENTATION IS NECESSARY FOR REGISTRATION AND TRAVEL TO ISRAEL?

A current passport, valid for at least six months beyond the forum, is required. There are no exceptions to this policy. A travel visa is required for some countries. Please find out more about Israel’s visa policies regarding your country here: Israel’s Visa Policy.

WHAT IS THE PAYMENT SCHEDULE?

A 25% deposit per person is due at the time of reservation.  Full payment is due 90 days before the start of the experience.

CURRENCY EXCHANGE

All prices given are in US-Dollar.

AM I REQUIRED TO PURCHASE TRAVEL INSURANCE?

We urge you to purchase cancellation insurance and supplemental medical coverage (which covers preexisting conditions).

WHAT HAPPENS IF I HAVE TO CANCEL MY PARTICIPATION?

In addition to the general Terms & Conditions of Keshet the following cancellation policy is valid for your trip:

Payment Conditions
The final balance due must be received 90 days before the start of client’s journey. Keshet Journeys will issue the respective invoices.

Cancellation charges
In case of cancellations by client, the following percentage of the total price will be charged:

Until 61 days prior the scheduled departure date: free of charge
60 – 45 days prior the scheduled departure date: 25% of total amount
44 – 0 days prior the scheduled departure date: 100% of total amount

WHAT MEDICAL PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE CONSIDERED BEFORE TRAVELLING TO ISRAEL?

There are no specific immunizations or medications that are recommended or required for travel to Israel, but we advise you to connect with your primary care physician regarding his/her recommendations for you specifically. Please keep in mind that you can purchase the equivalent of most standard over-the-counter medicines in Israel. We would also encourage you to inform your health insurance provider that you will be traveling out of the country to determine your coverage and medical care options while in Israel.

HOW SAFE IS TRAVELING TO ISRAEL?

Your safety is our top priority. Israel is a very safe country to visit and tour, and we use a variety of measures to ensure the safety of all the participants on the Tour. We also encourage you to take all the normal precautions as you would when traveling to any other city or country.

WHAT IS THE TIMEZONE IN ISRAEL?

Israel Standard Time (IST), is the standard time zone in Israel. It is two hours ahead of UTC and seven hours ahead of EST.

CAN I DRINK TAP WATER IN ISRAEL?

Tap water is safe to drink in Israel, but bottled water will also be available.

WILL I HAVE ACCESS TO WIFI?

Most hotels in Israel have WiFi available for hotel guests at standard rates. Many cafes and restaurants also offer complimentary WiFi services. Since September 2013, Tel Aviv offers a citywide free WiFi network which provides 80 free internet “hot spots”across the city. Most of the touring buses also have complimentary WIFI available.

WILL I BE ABLE TO USE MY CELL PHONE WHILE IN ISRAEL?

Please check with your mobile phone service provider to determine if you will need to purchase an International plan to use your phone in Israel.

ARE CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED IN ISRAEL?

You can use your credit/debit card to obtain NIS (New Israeli Shekels) at ATMs throughout Israel. Most Israeli hotels, restaurants and stores accept American Express, MasterCard and Visa cards as well. American dollars are accepted in many places in Israel; however, in most cases, change will be given in NIS.

WILL I NEED TO BRING A POWER ADAPTER?

Almost all hotel rooms are equipped with hairdryers, and all have shaver sockets. For other appliances, Israel’s electricity is 220V A/C, single phase 50-cycles; 110V-220V transformers can be used. Israeli outlets have three prongs, but European two-prong adapters usually work.