ISRAEL STUDY TOUR

Financial

Prior to November 30, 2022 a $500 per person deposit is required to reserve a spot for the Israel Study Tour. Reservations become valid upon receipt of deposit and are accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.   Balance of tour costs due March 1, 2023.  Tour fees not submitted by March 1, 2023 will cause your reservation to be canceled and result in forfeiture of your deposit.  Make all checks payable to Morning Star Studies, LLC.

The following cost for this 11 day “in-country” tour with two days of travel is:

Land Only:  Cost per person is $3895 (based upon sharing a room).  A single room supplement of $1065 will be necessary for those tour members desiring a private room.

Tour members are responsible for arranging their own flights to and from Ben Gurion Airport, Tel Aviv, Israel for a June 1st or earlier arrival and post-tour departure, as well as transportation costs between hotels and the airport. Travelers needing help in making travel arrangements may contact Morning Star Studies, LLC by emailing info@morningstarstudies.com. Costs do not include optional travel insurance.

Tour Conditions

Included in Tour Price:

PRICE: Prices quoted are per person and in US dollars and are based on costs in effect at the time of publication. Whenever possible, Morning Star Studies obtains price guarantees from suppliers. However, depending upon the strength of the US dollar and the fluctuating nature of oil, gas and other costs, published rates are subject to change without notice. All payments must be made by personal check, cashier’s check, money order or cash. 

HOTELS: Prices are based on two persons sharing a double occupancy room with private bath. Single occupancy rooms for the entire trip are subject to availability for an additional cost of $1065. If a passenger cannot supply a roommate and Morning Star Studies is unable to do so, or your roommate cancels before departure, the remaining traveling passenger will have to pay the supplemental charge. (The remaining traveling passenger will be billed for the single room accommodation and this must be paid on or before March 1, 2023.)

MEALS: Breakfast and Dinner are included.

SIGHTSEEING: Local transportation is by air-conditioned motorcoach. The services of an English-speaking Israeli guide and entrance fees to places described in this itinerary are included in the tour price.

AUDIO: Rental and handling of audio receivers. Each person is provided a personal audio earphone that allows them to hear our guide, from a distance of 200 feet. Tour member may elect to provide their own headsets with a 3.5mm Aux plug.

Not included:

• Passport costs

• Optional Travel Insurance: Although recommended, optional travel insurance is ultimately the responsibility of each traveler. Morning Star Studies LLC is not an agent of any travel insurance provider and does not receive any compensation.

• Transporting and handling excess luggage. Each traveler will be responsible for any additional baggage fees imposed by the airline as a result of the traveler exceeding the airline’s stated limits. 

• Noon meals: For midday meals, we get light lunches in route, between sites (Guide's choice, these average about $10-20 per day, per person).

• Cool Bottled Water: Available on our bus. Expect about $30 per person charge, for the entire tour.

• Personal Expenses: Souvenirs, laundry, phone calls, special drinks, and any personal room orders.

• Rental of baptismal robes & towel (about $12), if desired.

• An Optional "Love Offering" for our guide and driver.

For Your Protection:

INSURANCE: Morning Star Studies is not responsible for damage, loss, or theft of luggage and/or personal belongings, or for personal injury, accident and/or illness. For your own protection, it is important that you have adequate insurance to cover these possibilities. You should carry proof of insurance in the event you need medical attention while in Israel. We recommend the Group Travel Protection Insurance which may cover trip cancellations, delays, lost baggage, but also emergency medical and medical expenses, or unforeseen events prior to the trip. We recommend if you do purchase travel insurance to get coverage prior to the time you make your final payment.

Important Information - Please Read Carefully

PASSPORT: A valid passport is required and must be obtained in person by each tour member. No visas are required for Israel. A valid passport is required to leave the USA. It should be valid for a minimum of SIX MONTHS after your return date; you will be denied boarding if your passport is not valid for SIX MONTHS beyond your return date.

REGISTRATION & DEPOSIT: Due to the high demand for hotel rooms in Israel, a deposit of $500 per person is required at the time of registration. The deposit must be made by personal check, cashier’s check, money order or cash payable to Morning Star Studies, LLC. This is required to hold your place. Although we have a minimum number of people required for this tour, we also have a limitation on this tour, therefore you are encouraged to register quickly. We limit our tours to about forty people (one bus). This provides special time for dialogue throughout the day.

PAYMENTS: After processing of your deposit, you will receive an invoice with final payment amount and date due. Final payments should be made payable to MORNING STAR STUDIES and must be received on or before March 1, 2023. NOTE: ALL invoiced tour fees not fully paid by the March 1, 2023 deadline will subject the tour member to cancellation from the tour and forfeiture of all previously paid fees, for which Tour Operator is not to be held responsible.

The tour fee balance (cost of tour less deposit) can be made on a monthly or quarterly basis.  

Cancellations & Refunds:

All cancellation requests must be addressed to Morning Star Studies in writing. Phone calls for cancellations cannot be accepted. 
- Once the $500 deposit is processed, the deposit is non-refundable if you choose to cancel at any time unless the US or Israel governments restrict or prohibit travel to Israel at the time final payments are due.
- Until March 1, 2023 cancellations can be made forfeiting the deposit plus a $100 fee to cover administrative costs.
- After March 1, 2023: NO REFUND of 100% of the total cost of the per person tour price.  
***Optional Trip Insurance is available and is recommended to cover health issues, etc.