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Discovering
ISREAL & JORDAN
2022 October 25 — November 8
Walk the same streets that saw the rise of 3 major religions
as well as immeasurable cultural and historical contributions.
Indulge in modern seaside cityscapes, a world-class culinary
scene and famous halva ice cream. If zipping through the cliff-
scattered Wadi Rum desert on a 4×4 sounds like hard work,
relaxing with an afternoon floating nap on the Dead Sea
may be more your speed. Whether it is visiting the stunning
desert fortress of Masada, travelling back in time through
the winding streets of Jerusalem, or waking up to catch the
sun-drenched facade of the rock-carved temple of Petra, your
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Fall 2022 Group
CAROLINE RIFFOU ORLEANS, ON
EDGARDO AVELINO BRAMPTON, ON
IRMA AVELINO BRAMPTON, ON
AL BYRON ABBOTSFORD, BC
ELIZABETH BYRON ABBOTSFORD, BC
BRIAN CASEY THORNHILL, ON
JANE CASEY THORNHILL, ON
DEBORAH CORBETT WHITBY, ON
MARLYN HENRIQUEZ WEST PALM BEACH, FL
JORDAN
AL && JORDAN
ISR AEL & JORDAN
AEL
MEYER RABINOVITCH CHOMEDEY, QC
ISRE
JEZDIMIR RADIVOJEVIC VANCOUVER, BC
ISR
PAUL REID CALGARY, AB
MATHIEU RHÉAUME SAINT-DAMIEN, QC
NICOLETA
4 ZLATE FLOREA CALGARY, AB 55
Welcome get to know your guru
to a new approach
Caroline Riffou
ORLEANS, ON
THE ENTIRE APPROACH TOURS TEAM Destination I would visit time after time: Prague
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National Anthems
HaTikva (HaTikvah) – Isreal The Royal Anthem of Jordan
Our hope will not be lost, May you stay the light and the guide,
A master in being away of all sins and wrong-doing,
The hope of two thousand years,
Living your life happily and well-respected!
To be a free nation in our land, Under your flag rests the glory of Arabs.
your luggage feels heavy – it’s most likely not an illusion – it probably is too heavy. 9 in
Refine the contents of your suitcase to find the right balance between useful and “just 9 1 Bag = 23 each
in case”. We ask that you limit your luggage to 1 suitcase per person. Not only will Kg Kg
it save you from having to pay additional fees at time of check-in, but it will also 20 lbs 50 lbs
make your day-to-day travel that much easier as our buses have limited space for +1 personel item
checked luggage. 43 x 33 x 16 cm - 17 x 13 x 6 in 13
Flight schedule
DEPARTURE FLIGHTS
RETURN FLIGHTS
Please note that airlines and flight schedules can change between now and the departure date.
AL & JORDAN
You can choose to check-in directly with Air Canada or Lufthansa for your flights anytime between
1 hour and 24 hours before your flight is scheduled to depart. The earlier, the better.
The starting time to access early check-in varies based on the selected check-in method:
Web check-in: 1–24 hours before departure
Mobile check-in: 1–24 hours before departure
ISREAEL
Airport self-serve kiosk: 1–12 hours before departure
In person with a clerk: 1–12 hours before departure
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During the check-in process, airlines usually offer the possibility to change the seat that
was assigned to you during the reservation process. Approach Tours has no direct say
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Travel tips
Fiscal responsibility Stay fresh
Before leaving on tour, call your bank to let them know that you will be travelling Baby wipes are like a shower in a pouch – bring a small pack in your carry-on and
abroad. This will reduce the risk (and horror!) of an unpleasant surprise by having use them on your face and behind your neck as an amazing way to feel refreshed
your credit card blocked for unusual activity if you use it abroad. during your flight.
1. Turn your cell phone into a portable computer while abroad without incurring
internet fees by: Before leaving Canada, (1) set your phone to Airplane mode
Keep calm and Carry-on (for a day) (located in your main menu) and (2) turn your WiFi connection back on. This will
ensure that only your WiFi access is active while you are away and your phone won’t
Luggage always follows you to your destination, right? Most times yes…sometimes, accidentally use your regular internet data and run up a huge bill without knowing!
no. Consider packing a day’s worth of essentials in your carry-on (all while keeping it You can connect to free WiFi networks across the city (often found in most public
light and within airline regulations). Here are some items that are always appreciated spaces and in hotels) and use them for your internet needs.
while waiting for delayed luggage after a long flight:
2.
• Shirt (x1) Ask your cell phone provider about their international plans. These plans are
• Shorts or jeans (x1; choose the one that best fits the temperature at destination) often built as a one-time purchase that is added to your monthly bill and provides
• Underwear (x1; if you wear them) your cell phone with internet access while abroad. International plans come at a cost,
• Socks but are an effective way to manage your cell phone bill while away.
• Basic toiletries, such as a travel toothbrush, a miniature tube of toothpaste, small
deodorant. Make sure all liquids are within airline limits and are packed in a zip-
lock bag! Leave your manicure kit in your checked luggage unless you intend to gift Safe-ty first
it to Border security.
While on tour, leave your Passport, expensive accessories and airline documents in
your hotel safe. If you feel the need to have international identification on you during
Mine + Yours = Ours the day, bring a photocopy of your passport.
If you are travelling with another person, combat the lost-luggage-blues by packing
some items in each other’s suitcase. That way, if one suitcase goes missing, you
have some essentials with you while your suitcase finds its way back to you.
Sanitary sanity
Airplanes are notorious for germs. Pack a small bottle of hand sanitizer as a great IMPORTANT:
way to clean your tray table before you place any of your personal items on it. Don’t forget to take all your belongings from the safe before checking out!
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Packing list
In addition to all the basics that you will pack, here is a list of suggested items
that may make your time on tour with us even more enjoyable:
Citymapper provides you with free access to local public transit maps and modes
of transportation. Getting around is that easy!
Uber, Lyft allow you to hitch a ride in more than 500 cities worldwide, at more
competitive rates than taxis.
Flush is the quickest, simplest way of finding a public bathroom or restroom. With
over 190,000 restroom in its database, you can find a restroom even without an
Messenger and WhatsApp help you stay in contact with friends and loved ones with
chat, audio and video calling - all for free! All you need is to connect to a WiFi network.
Yelp, Zomato, HappyCow Feel like breaking away from the group for a meal?
These apps allow you to read reviews and consult business hours before choosing
your next place to eat. HappyCow specializes in vegetarian and vegan eateries.
Manulife TravelAid offers instant access to medical facilities and international 911
numbers, plus a claims submission portal for easy, fast service.
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SOMETHING GREAT IS ABOUT TO HAPPEN
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TEL AVIV
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DAYS 1 & 2
GOODBYE CANADA, BOKER TOV ISRAEL!
ISREAL
Over 300 days of sunshine per year
Population of 9,217,000 people
Israel is regarded by Jews, Christians and
24 Muslims as the biblical Holy Land. Tel Aviv 25
TEL AVIV
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#Jaffa, #NeveTzedek, #Namal
DAY 3
EXPLORE TEL AVIV
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Mediterranean Sea 3
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DAY 4
CAESAREA, HAIFA & BAHA’I GARDENS
Tel 1
Aviv 29
Bahai gardens in Haifa, Israel
TIBERIAS
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#Acre, #Safed
DAY 5
ACRE, SAFED & TIBERIAS
TOTAL DISTANCE: 40 KM
Travel to 1 Capernaum, the biblical fishing HIGHLIGHTS
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village on the shores of the 2 Sea of Galilee, Capernaum 1
then visit 3 Tabgha. Ascend to the 4 Mount of Sea of Galilee 3
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NAZARETH
AMMAN
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DAY 7
NAZARETH, BEIT SHE’AN & AMMAN
Depart for 1 Nazareth, where you will tour the famous HIGHLIGHTS
2 Basilica of the Annunciation. On your way to Jordan, Nazareth
you will stop in the historic city of 3 Beit She’an to visit Church Of Annunciation
its preserved Roman ruins, a spectacle frozen in time. Beit She’an
On to Amman, Jordan for an overnight stay. (B,L,D)
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#BokerTovIsrael, #ExploringAmman
DAY 8
DISCOVER AMMAN
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Petra
36 Temple of Hercules of the Amman Citadel Hill
PETRA
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#ExporingPetra, #AlKhazneh, #ExploringAqaba
DAY 9
PETRA & AL-KHAZNEH
Starhotels Tuscany
Via di Novoli, 59, 50127 Firenze
T. +39 055 431441
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#BokerTovIsrael, #ExploringWadiRum
DAY 10
WADI RUM DAY TRIP
Hotel Gioberti
Via Gioberti 20, 00185 Roma
T. +39 06 4440625 TOTAL DISTANCE: 141 KM
ISR AEL & JORDAN
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#BokerTovIsrael, #ExploringEinBokek
DAY 11
EIN BOKEK & DEAD SEA FLOAT
Depart for the Dead Sea and check-in to the resort HIGHLIGHTS
town of 1 Ein Bokek, Israel for some well-deserved Ein Bokek
R&R. This afternoon, you will find that the rumours are Dead Sea
true – you really do float in the 2 Dead Sea! Enjoy the
views and float away. Overnight in Ein Bokek. (B,L,D)
Hotel Gioberti
Via Gioberti 20, 00185 Roma
T. +39 06 4440625 TOTAL DISTANCE: 212 KM
ISR AEL & JORDAN
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Aqaba
42 Dead sea salt shore, Ein Bokek
MASADA
JERUSALEM
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#BokerTovIsrael, #ExploringMasada
DAY 12
EXPLORE MASADA & JERUSALEM
Hotel Gioberti
Via Gioberti 20, 00185 Roma
T. +39 06 4440625
DAY 13
BETHLEHEM & JERUSALEM’S OLD CITY
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Wailing Wall, Temple Mount, Jerusalem 47
JERUSALEM
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#DeadSeaScrolls
DAY 14
NEW CITY & TEL AVIV
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#BokerTovIsrael, #ShalomIsrael,
#IWantToGoBack, #HomeSweetHome
DAY 15
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