We highly recommend some mid level training before you embark on the Jesus Trek Tour. Out of the nine days you will tour the country, the Jesus Trek is a four day hiking experience that will average 15km/10miles per day with a variety of elevations.
The Jesus Trek Tour is an experience for EVERYONE.
The minimum age to participate is 16 years old. Please keep in mind that the registration pricing for minors (under 18) is the same for those over 18. A signed letter of consent will be required for minors joining the Jesus Trek.
The dates for each Jesus Trek will be posted on the website. Please note that the touring days in Israel do not include your travel time. You will need to arrive in Israel before the start of “Day One” of the program. Day One of the program starts at 6PM.
You can reserve your place on the Jesus Trek Tour by registering on the website. You are responsible to book your own airfare. Please make sure that your flight arrives before the tour starts and departs after the tour ends.
Jesus Trek Tours will host participants from all over the world, who will be arriving at different times.
Airport transfers to and from the airport are departing every 2 hours. There will be a Jesus Trek representative at the airport to assist you upon your arrival.
Further instructions will be given to you at the hotel in Tel Aviv.
Registration pricing is based on double occupancy (two people sharing a room). If you are traveling alone, you will be assigned a single room and your package price will be higher.
Because lodging is based on double occupancy, the rate is higher for single guest registrations, as you will be receiving your own room.
If you prefer a specific roommate on the Jesus Trek Tour, it is a must to register together as a two guest registration.
Yes. You can add a roommate to your registration, which will lower your overall cost. Please contact WWV directly to do this. Different bedding arrangements can be requested.
The Jesus Trek Tour is created to be a unique and intimate experience for you! The maximum number of guests for the Jesus Trek Tour is 45 people.
During the touring days, air-conditioned transportation by tour bus will be provided to/from the Hotels and itinerary sites. On hiking days, air-conditioned transportation by tour bus will be provided to/from the Hotel to the start point and end point of the trail. Most tour buses will be equipped with WIFI access.
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 Jesus Trek Tour. We also encourage you to take all the normal precautions as you would when traveling to any other city or country.
We urge you to purchase cancellation insurance and supplemental medical coverage (which covers preexisting conditions). We recommend the „Cancel For Any Reason“ policies which offer the broadest coverage. Please note that most insurance policies require purchase within 14 days of your date of registration for the trip. While you are free to purchase insurance from any company of your choice, we have made arrangements with SMS-Travel Insurance Center of Omaha, Nebraska. SMS has over 25 years of experience as worldwide insurance brokers and can help you choose the policy that best meets your needs. Our contact persons are Yonah Engel & Dani Eisenstock:
mail: info@travelinsuranceisrael.com Mention promo code: KESHET
A current passport, valid for at least six months beyond the tour, is required to register for the Jesus Trek Tour. 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
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 their 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 and to determine your coverage and medical care options while in Israel.
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.
In your registration form, you can mention your dietary needs. Israel’s cuisine offers a wide range of vegetarian, vegan and gluten free options. The Jesus Trek team will do its utmost to accommodate for any food restrictions. Some of Israel’s most beloved street food, like falafel and hummus, is vegan, so you don’t have to worry about missing out on this special Mediterranean delicacy!
Worldwide Village LTD. (WWV) is the travel agency coordinating the booking process for the Jesus Trek Tours. WWV can provide assistance for all questions regarding registration, payments, lodging, and flights. You can contact WWV by email at: customerservice@wwv.travel or by phone at: +41 56 552 07 70.
Keshet Educational Journeys (www.keshetjourneys.com) is the local tour operator in Israel handling the Jesus Trek tours.
A 10% non-refundable deposit per person is due at the time of registration. Full payment is due 120 days before the start of your choosen tour.
All registrations must be made by November 1, 2018 for the 2019 Jesus Trek Tours. Registrations beyond this date will only be accommodated based on availability.
All deposits and additional payments are non-refundable; however, registrations are transferable for a $USD100 fee for the first guest in your group and $USD50 for additional guests in your group. If you have questions regarding your registration, please contact WWV directly.
Yes, current and valid passport information is required to register for the the Jesus Trek Tour.
To register three or more guests, you will need to complete more than one registration. Each reservation only includes one Hotel room. Please contact WWV directly for more information about booking multiple reservations as a family/group.
The Jesus Trek Tour is designed as a comprehensive experience from start to finish, so it is highly recommended that you participate in all the planned activities with your group.
We understand that some adjustments might be necessary, and if this is the case, please contact WWV directly for more information about modifying your itinerary.
Please keep in mind that alterations to the itinerary, including transportation and accommodation, will be your responsibility if you choose to divert from the group while 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.
Tap water is safe to drink in Israel, but bottled water will also be available.
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.
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. Local Israeli SIM cards with phone/data plans can be purchased during the registration process and will be delivered upon arrival in Israel. To make use of this service, your phone has to be “unlocked”.
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.
