with ROME, ITALY OPTION
AUGUST 5-16, 2009
TOUR DIRECTORS
Clark Anderson and John McLay
(click the photo to meet your directors)
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TOUR SLIDESHOW!
DAY 1-2 (Tues & Wed Aug. 4-5th): FLY USA TO LONDON / TEL AVIV, ISRAEL 
Today we fly to London, England where we experience a tube (subway) ride into downtown London and explore the wonders of this famous city. We have most of the day here and you will be free to visit Buckingham Palace, Trafalgar Square, Big Ben, the Tower of London, eat some fish & chips or whatever your heart desires, etc…. This evening we fly to Tel Aviv, Israel. When we arrive in Tel Aviv we drive to Jerusalem for a beautiful evening view of ‘the Golden City’! We spend the night at our Hotel, just steps away from the Old City walls of Jerusalem.
Day 3 (Thur Aug 6th): WALKING TOUR OF JERUSALEM! 
We begin our day by visiting a money changer to exchange some American dollars into shekels (Israeli Currency). Today is one of our most enjoyable days as we venture through the wonders of the ‘Eternal City’! We begin by entering Herod’s gate and walk through the Old City and onto the Temple Mount where we see the Dome of the Rock, the Wailing Wall, etc. We will view the current structures and discuss the past as well as the future of that site. We will next descend and view Lions Gate & the Mount of Olives. From there we are on the Via Dolorosa (or Path of Suffering). We’ll stop at St. Anne’s Cathedral (Pool of Bethesda) and the Antonio Fortress (Jesus before Pilate). Lunch will be in the Old City of Jerusalem. Our walking tour continues as we make our way to Caiaphas’ Palace (St. Peter of Gallicantu) and then to The Upper Room. As we make our way back to the hotel we will have the opportunity to be introduced to the shopkeeper that makes LDS scripture covers, necklaces, etc. Following dinner we will visit a few shopkeepers near our hotel (olive wood, etc). They have been doing business with “The Mormons” for close to 30 years. This evening we will have the unforgettable experience of viewing how the Orthodox Jews bring in the Sabbath at the Western Wall. We again overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 4 (Fri Aug 7th): MUSEUMS / HOLLOCAUST MUSEUM / BETHLEHEM
Our day begins with a stop in the Shepherds' Fields where we'll reflect on the story of Jesus' birth, Ruth, and the concept of "Sheep". We will then cross through 'The Wall' (20' cement wall that separates Israel and Palestinian controlled land) to visit the birthplace of the Savior in Bethlehem (Church of the Nativity). We will enjoy some lunch and time permitting a local Bethlehem Olive Wood shop before crossing back through the wall. Our next stop is a very impressive miniature model of the city of Jerusalem in Christ's day; The Model City. This will be followed up with a sobering experience at the new and improved Holocaust Museum, Yad Vashem. Our day will conclude with an experience at the "Time Elevator Jerusalem" (a fun movie experience that recounts the history of Jerusalem). This evening we will view how the Orthodox Jews bring in the Sabbath at the Western Wall. We will again overnight in Jerusalem!
Day 5 (Sat Aug 8th): GETHSEMANE / CHURCH / MT. OLIVES / GARDEN TOMB 
Today just might be the most memorable of all as we begin at the traditional site of the Garden of Gethsemane (Church of all Nations). We will then wander up and across the street to visit the Orson Hyde Memorial Park (Church regulated property) for a discussion and some ponder time. The view of Jerusalem during our Sacrament Service in the BYU Jerusalem Center is inspiring. On our way to lunch we will wander down the Mt. of Olives and pass thousands of Jewish graves, including those of the Biblical Prophets; Haggai & Zechariah. Lunch is a unique place in the Old City. From here we will reflect on the burial & resurrection of the Savior as we visit the two possible sites for Golgotha & Calvary. First we visit the Church of the Holy Sepulcher [believed site for many Christians] and then the Garden Tomb [where others feel is the true site]. We overnight again in Jerusalem.
Day 6 (Sun Aug 9th): Mt. CARMEL, TABOR / NAZARETH / GALILEE 
This morning we will make our way north. On the way will make a brief stop near Caesarea where we will view the ancient aqueducts near the shore of the Mediterranean Sea. Those desiring to dip their toes in the sea will have that opportunity. Our next stop will be Mount Carmel (Elijah & the Priests of Baal). On Mt. Carmel is a great view of the Jezreel Valley (Valley of Armageddon). Following lunch, near Carmel, we will drive down the valley to the ancient tel of Megiddo where we will discuss Armageddon, the 2nd Coming and the future of this Holy Land. We will then drive to a view of where Jesus spent most of His life, Nazareth. Our final site of the day will be an adventurous taxi ride up Mt. Tabor (Mount of Transfiguration) where we will reflect on the amazing experiences there! We will conclude our day by traveling up and around the Sea of Galilee to our Hotel (Ein Gev). Checking into our Hotel this evening is a joy. Every room is only steps away from the shore of the Sea of Galilee. Following dinner at our Hotel (Ein Gev), you can enjoy a quiet, relaxing evening strolling on the Sea shores, viewing the lights of Tiberias, etc.
Day 7 (Mon Aug 10th): SEA OF GALILEE / CAPERNAUM / GOLAN HEIGHTS 
After breakfast we will load a small fishing boat and cross the Sea of Galilee to Capernaum. On our way we cut the engines & have a short discussion. On shore we’ll visit Capernaum and the Mount of Beatitudes where the Sermon on the Mount was delivered. Following lunch we will take a short nature hike to the ancient city and alter at Tel Dan. Our next stop will be at Banias, the ancient site of Ceasaria Philippi, where we will view a beautiful waterfall. As we bus our way home we travel on the Golan Heights where we can look over into Syria. Dinner is a unique experience at the St. Peter’s Fish restaurant that will be followed by another relaxing evening enjoying the Sea of Galilee at night.
Day 8 (Tue Aug 11th): JORDAN RIVER / JERICHO / BETHLEHEM/TUNNEL 
Our day begins by visiting Yardenit at the Jordan River (Jesus’ traditional baptismal site). From here we will make our way back to Jerusalem. On our way we will visit the modern city and ancient ruins of Jericho. Following lunch and as we make our way to Jerusalem we will be traveling on the road from ‘Jerusalem to Jericho’. As we do so we will reflect on a certain parable. Our day concludes with some free time in Jerusalem, spend time venturing and shopping in the Old City, visit the Mt of Olives, Temple Mount, Garden Tomb, Golgotha, etc. Those that are interested will have the unique opportunity to walk through the flowing water in Hezekiah’s Tunnel. We will overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 9 (Wed Aug 12th): QUMRAN / DEAD SEA / MASADA / EGYPT 
Today we will depart Jerusalem and go ‘down by the borders near the shore of the Red Sea’ (1 Nephi 2:5). On the way we will enjoy a visit to Qumram (discovery of the Dead Sea Scrolls). We will next enjoy a picture of the natural spring and waterfall at Ein-Gedi (where David hid from King Saul). Our next stop is a float in the Dead Sea. You cannot sink! (Lunch at the Dead Sea). From here we will visit the majestic Masada where we will gondola to the top and be in wonder at its fabulous story. On our way to the Israeli/Egyptian border we will enjoy a discussion on Sodom & Gomorrah. After crossing the border we will bus our way to our Hotel (the Morganland Village) which is near the base of “Mt. Moses”. We will enjoy a relaxing evening reviewing the scriptural account of Moses and the Children of Israel in preparation for our climb up the ancient temple....Mt Sinai.
Day 10 (Thurs Aug 13th): MT. SINAI / SHARM EL SHEIKH 
We arise very early and enjoy a moonlight hike up Mount Sinai (Camels are available for those not able to make the entire hike or who would like the adventure). On top we will enjoy the sunrise and a very special meeting before making our descent. Those not able to make the hike can enjoy sleeping in or other things at the hotel. We will have lunch at Morganland before we depart. We then bus our way to one of the very best locations for snorkeling and deep sea diving in the world…Sharm El Sheikh (Ras Mohammed). We will enjoy the exciting night life of this popular resort city before retiring in our luxurious hotel, the El Baron.
Day 11 (Fri Aug 14th): SNORKELING / DIVING AT RAS MOHAMED / ROME 
This morning we will board a small boat which will take us out to Ras Mohammed where whose interested can enjoy some of the world’s best snorkeling & deep sea diving. Those who are not interested in getting in the water can relax on the boat reading, sun bathing, reading, or remain in our luxurious hotel. This evening those needing to go directly home will do so while the others will fly to Rome, Italy.
Day 12 (Sat Aug 15th): ROME, ITALY / FLY HOME 
Today will be a full day visiting some of the amazing sites in Rome. You can choose from the Spanish Steps, Trevi Fountain, The Pantheon, The Coliseum and the Forum, Piazza, Navonna/Fountains—Bernini, St. Peters and Vatican City, La Pieta, The Sistine Chapel, The Borghese Museum, The Catacombs, Italian Ice Cream, Piazza Del Papalo, Caravaggio Paintings—Peter and Paul, The Sacred Steps, The Mouth of Truth (seen in Roman Holiday with Gregory Peck and Audrey Hepburn),
Michelangelo’s Moses, Peter’s Chains, etc...This evening we board our flight that begins our journey home.
Day 13 (Sun Aug 16th): FLY HOME
Today we fly to the USA where we will be reunited with our loved ones!
TOUR COST AND DETAILS
COST PER PERSON: $3650 for Double OccupancyRome Option add $550
DEPOSIT REQUIRED: $500 per person.
ROOMMATES: Single people may sign up for accommodations on a share basis and will be assigned roommates as circumstances permit. If a roommate is unavailable, the participant will be notified of the adjusted price prior to departure.
CANCELLATION FEES: A $25 fee will be charged by Anderson Tours, LLC for all cancellations until 60 days prior to departure, at which time the fee will be $100. In addition, all cancellation charges imposed by airlines, hotels, vendors, operators, etc., will be passed on to the participant.
TOUR INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:
First-class, top quality tour with experienced tour directors
All airline travel mentioned in the program (which is from JFK to London, London to Tel Aviv, Sharm El Sheikh to Rome, Rome to JFK)Private, deluxe air-conditioned motor coach
Hotel Accommodations (5 and 4 star hotels)
Cold bottled water will be available for purchase on board bus
Two meals daily (breakfast and lunch or dinner) as indicated in the detailed itinerary.
All admission fees to sites specified in the itinerary (group tours only)
Anderson Tours flight bag, t-shirt, visor or hat
Airport and other departure taxes
Opportunity to purchase a personalized DVDof our tour experience (not available for all tours).
OTHER ITEMS & DETAILS Good Health is encouraged for our Israel tours!
Abu Simbel is optional and requires an additional flight to get to. It is a very popular and impressive site. This option costs approximately $160 per person
REGISTRATION, DEPOSIT, PAYMENT, AND CANCELLATION: Early reservations are strongly recommended, and a deposit of $500 per person is required at the time of booking, with the remaining balance due 60 days prior to departure. Applications received after this date should include full payment. Any payments made after this date should also include also include full payment. Any payments made 30 days prior to departure must be in the form of a money order. Checks should be made payable to Anderson Tours. All cancellation penalties are the responsibility of the participant.
Please send check payment and names of participants to: Anderson Tours LLC2620 E. 700 N. #ASt. George, UT 84790
ITEMS NOT INCLUDED IN TOUR PRICE:Items of a personal nature, such as souvenirs; excess baggage or portage charges; personal, trip, or baggage insurance; room service; laundry; phone charges; food or beverages not part of the group menu; tips; gratuities for special services; expenses incurred on personal activities not included where group participation is not specified in the itinerary; flight to JFK.
REGISTER FOR THIS TOUR - CLICK HERE!
Dear Israel Tour Participants!
Welcome Aboard! We want to welcome you to our August 2009 Holy Land Tour! Your official Registration Forms and Terms and Conditions Forms are sent out to you in the mail and should be returned to our office as soon as possible in the enclosed return envelope. You may have registered online on our official website but we must have these paper forms in order to fully register you for our tour.
During this tour you also have an option of adding a day in Rome, Italy. You will be able to indicate this on your Registration Form. This option will be an additional cost of $550. For the tour itinerary please click here
TOUR ITINERARY!!
Most URGENT to consider is getting your PASSPORT! Please allow at least 2 months for ordering and delivery of your passport so that you will have it by the time we depart.
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