Jerusalem Tours - Shalom Jerusalem Tours

29/10/2026

ISRAEL FAITH TOUR 2027
11–19 March 2027 - 9 Days
TOUR PRICE: R46,350.00 PER PERSON
SHARING A ROOM
(30 People on group)

TOUR INCLUDES
• Return flights from Johannesburg to Tel Aviv.
• Six nights’ hotel accommodation, based on two people sharing. If you do not share, the full room rate will apply.
• Meals as specified in the itinerary: breakfast and dinner.
• Transportation by tourist-class coach with Wi-Fi.
• English-speaking Tour guide.
• Tips for hotel porters.
• Tips for the driver and guide.
• One bottle of water per person per day.
• Entrance fees to all places listed in the programme.
• Boat ride on the Sea of Galilee.
• Group travel insurance.
• Travel pack.
TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE
• Medical insurance.
• Local transportation.
• Personal expenses and items.

DAY-BY-DAY ITINERARY

DAY 1: THURSDAY, 11 MARCH 2027 - DEPARTURE
Meals: On board the aircraft

DAY 2: FRIDAY, 12 MARCH 2027
JAFFA • NETANYA • CAESAREA MARITIMA • HAIFA
Overnight: Northern Israel Meals: Breakfast and dinner

DAY 3: SATURDAY, 13 MARCH 2027
AKKO • MOUNT CARMEL • JEZREEL VALLEY • MEGIDDO •
Overnight: Northern Israel Meals: Breakfast and dinner

DAY 4: SUNDAY, 14 MARCH 2027
MOUNT OF THE BEATITUDES • TABGHA • CAPERNAUM • ANCIENT BOAT • SAIL ON THE SEA OF GALILEE

Overnight: Northern Israel Meals: Breakfast and dinner

DAY 5: MONDAY, 15 MARCH 2027
MOUNT TABOR • JUDEAN DESERT • BETHABARA • JERICHO • WADI QILT • THE WILDERNESS
Overnight: Jerusalem Meals: Breakfast and dinner
DAY 6: TUESDAY, 16 MARCH 2027
BETHLEHEM • SHEPHERDS’ FIELD • QUMRAN • DEAD SEA
Overnight: Jerusalem Meals: Breakfast and dinner

DAY 7: WEDNESDAY, 17 MARCH 2027
MOUNT ZION • UPPER ROOM • TOMB OF KING DAVID • CARDO • JEWISH QUARTER • WESTERN WALL • SOUTHERN WALL • GOLDEN GATE • MOUNT OF OLIVES • DOMINUS FLEVIT • PALM SUNDAY ROAD • CHURCH OF ALL NATIONS • GARDEN OF GETHSEMANE
Overnight: Jerusalem Meals: Breakfast and dinner

DAY 8: THURSDAY, 18 MARCH 2027
HOUSE OF CAIAPHAS • PANORAMIC VIEW • POOLS OF BETHESDA • ST ANNE’S • STATIONS OF THE CROSS • GOLGOTHA • GARDEN TOMB
Meals: Breakfast and farewell dinner Overnight: In flight

DAY 9: FRIDAY, 19 MARCH 2027
ARRIVAL HOME
We make our way home with our minds and hearts filled with renewed faith and passion. We say goodbye to our new friends, while Jerusalem remains on our lips and in our hearts.

DEPOSIT, CANCELLATION & TICKETING POLICY
Non-refundable deposit: A deposit of R8,500 per person is strictly non-refundable.

Payment arrangement: Monthly payments are required after the deposit. Final payment is due 75 days before departure.
Cancellations: All bookings are subject to the stated no-cancellation policy. Once a booking has been confirmed, cancellations will not qualify for a refund, subject to any applicable legal rights.

THE SHALOM JERUSALEM TOURS DIFFERENCE
More Than a Tour — A Journey of Faith, Fellowship and Discovery
At Shalom Jerusalem Tours, we believe that a journey through the land of Scripture should be more than visiting places on a map. It should be a meaningful experience that touches the heart, deepens understanding and creates lasting memories.Our commitment is to provide every traveller with a thoughtfully planned, professionally managed and spiritually enriching journey.

YOUR SAFETY IS OUR PRIORITY
We take the safety and wellbeing of our travellers seriously. Accommodation, transport arrangements and travel routes are carefully considered, with attention to the prevailing security situation and the guidance available from relevant authorities and our trusted local partners. We do not knowingly expose our travellers to unnecessary risk. When conditions raise concerns, we reassess our arrangements and make alternative plans where necessary.

QUALITY ACCOMMODATION AND PROFESSIONAL TRANSPORT
After each day's journey, our travellers deserve comfort and the opportunity to rest and refresh. We strive to provide quality accommodation in carefully selected locations, together with reliable, comfortable tourist transport. Our coach arrangements are made with reputable operators, and we require appropriate tourism and road-safety credentials for the services provided.

A JOURNEY FILLED WITH PRAISE AND WORSHIP
What makes our journeys distinctive is the spiritual fellowship we share along the way. Praise and worship form part of our journey experience, creating opportunities to reflect, give thanks and grow together in faith.

MEANINGFUL TIME AT SACRED PLACES
We believe that visiting the places associated with the events of Scripture should allow time for more than photographs. Wherever the itinerary and circumstances permit, we create opportunities for reflection, prayer, worship and a deeper appreciation of the historical and spiritual significance of each location.

EXPERIENCED GUIDANCE AND THOUGHTFUL ORGANISATION
From the initial planning to the journey home, we aim to provide clear communication, carefully coordinated arrangements and attentive support. Our itineraries are designed to bring the places, history and accounts of Scripture to life while allowing travellers to experience the land with understanding and purpose.

TRAVEL WITH PURPOSE. JOURNEY WITH PEACE OF MIND.
With Shalom Jerusalem Tours, you are invited to experience the land of Scripture through meaningful encounters, shared fellowship and moments that remain with you long after you return home.
Shalom Jerusalem Tours.

Where the journey becomes more than a destination.


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20/10/2026

A Prayer for Breakthrough, Restoration and Blessings

Avinu Malkeinu Our Father, our King, Melech HaOlam. Father we come before You in the Name of Yeshua, acknowledging that You are our Provider, our Refuge and our Strength.

Father You know every burden and worry in every home that they carry. You see every tear that have been shed, every sleepless night, every financial concern and every disappointment that has weighed upon so many peoples hearts.

Our Elohyim, please make a way where there seems to be no way. Open doors that no one can shut, and lead every family that is suffering towards the opportunities You have prepared for them. Please bring clarity where there has been confusion, restoration where there has been loss, and peace where anxiety has taken hold. Father, I pray for breakthrough in every businesses that brings Glory to Your Holy Name. Let the work of laboring hands bear fruit.

Father we pray for every business that is in financial stress and pray that there will be restoration. Please bring the right customers, trustworthy business relationships, honest partners and opportunities that will sustain these workplaces. Let their Yes be yes and trustworthy. Father we pray for every household and businesses to flourish with a blessing that will be carried forward to bless others too.

Please guide every decision that must be made and help those low in spirit to rebuild confidence. Please provide renewed energy, discernment and courage. Renew strength and every heart that feels discouraged. Please breathe fresh hope into everyone and the courage to endure. Knowing that You give us purpose.

As Your Word declares in Psalm 90:14
Satisfy us in the morning with Your steadfast love, that we may rejoice and be glad all our days.

Father we pray, may Your favour go before us. May our homes be filled with Your Shalom. May every family be surrounded by love, and their hearts anchored in all Your promises. Please give us wisdom to recognise the doors You open and patience to trust You while we wait. Father may this next season bring restoration, provision, meaningful opportunities and testimonies of Your faithfulness. Help us not lose heart, for You see our efforts, every intention and good purpose.

May YHVH bless you and keep you. May YHVH make His face shine upon you and be gracious to you. May YHVH lift up His countenance upon you and give you shalom. — Numbers 6:24–26
In the mighty Name of Yeshua HaMashiach.

It is Done!

Be Blessed and Stay Blessed!

13/10/2026

Rejoice Be Grateful 2027 Tour.

Join us on a 11 day Israel Tour from South Africa. Join Shalom Jerusalem Tours for an unforgettable and life changing Journey to Israel. Walk where Jesus walked and experience the Bible with new understanding. As we walk in all Sacred places, we are spiritual filled with joy in your hearts. See the Bible come to life as we walk the Ancient Pathways and pebble streets Jerusalem. Be baptised in the Jordan River and sail on the worship boats on the Sea of Galilee.

Our Itinerary Includes:
Return economical class airfare Johannesburg to Tel Aviv
Airport taxes and fuel surcharge.
Hotel Accommodation Per Person Sharing basis.
Two meals per day as Itinerary.
Entrances fees to all places as on itinerary.
Tips to Hotels, Drivers and Guide.
Luxury Air-condition buses with Wifi
Radio Listening Devices in Israel
2 bottles Water per Day
Transfers between airports and hotels abroad.
English and Afrikaans speaking guide
Travel Back-Pack

Excluding on Tour:
Any additional flights from other destinations not part of the program, transfers, additional excursions not mentioned, passport & visa costs. PAYMENT ARRANGEMENTS:

There is still an opportunity to join us on this special journey to the Land of Israel, a journey of faith, history, Scripture and fellowship.
Walk where the stories of Scripture unfolded. Stand on the land where generations have prayed, walked and worshipped.Experience Israel not simply as a destination, but as a journey of faith.

R59,750 Per person Sharing (GROUP OF 20 PAX)
Deposit: Non Refundable R5500 per person.

Monthly Instalments payable with final Payment 75 Days before travel date.
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Rejoice Be Grateful 2027 Tour. Join us on a 11 day Israel Tour from South Africa. Join Shalom Jerusalem Tours for an unforgettable and life...

11/10/2026

YOUR JOURNEY TO ISRAEL BEGINS HERE!

Walk where the Scriptures come alive.

Shalom Jerusalem Tours invites you to discover our upcoming Israel Faith Journeys for the remainder of 2026 and throughout 2027.

From the shores of the Sea of Galilee to the ancient streets of Jerusalem, from the Mount of Olives to the Dead Sea, each journey offers an opportunity to experience the land, its history and the places where the events of Scripture unfolded.

WHY TRAVEL WITH SHALOM JERUSALEM TOURS?

Our journeys are thoughtfully planned to bring together spiritual biblical truth, historical discovery, meaningful experiences and the joy of travelling together with praise and worship in every place we visit.

Visit our website to explore our available journeys and discover the details of each tour, including:

✦ Detailed itineraries and places of interest

All Packages from South Africa Includes:
Return Flights in Economic Class (Upgrades available)
Quality Hotel Accommodation
Breakfast and Dinner as on Program
Transportation in Buses with Wifi
English Speak Guide
Entrance Fees to all places on Itinerary
Gratitude Fees to Porters/ Staff
Boat Ride on Galilee
Group Insurance
Farewell Dinner
Travel Gift Pack
Spiritual Experience

✦ What is excluded and what additional costs to consider:
Items not included:
Personal Items
Anything not listed on our program or documentation

✦ Departure dates are all visible on our website
✦ Tour prices and availability upon request by email or WhatsApp

✦ Booking requirements and payment arrangements
SECURE YOUR PLACE WITH A DEPOSIT

We understand that planning an international journey requires preparation. Our payment options allow you to spread the cost over time.

• Standard deposit: R5,500 per person to secure your booking.
• Monthly payments: Pay towards your journey in manageable instalments.
• Final payment: Due 75 days before departure.
• Shorter lead-time departures: R8,500 deposit or the full amount per person where the departure date is closer.

Deposit requirements and payment arrangements are subject to the specific tour and departure date. Please confirm the applicable terms when booking.

All advertised tour prices are based on a minimum group size of 20 paying participants. Pricing may vary according to the final group size, travel dates and specific tour arrangements.

PLANNING A GROUP JOURNEY TO ISRAEL?
Church leaders, pastors and travel agents are warmly invited to contact Shalom Jerusalem Tours to discuss organizing a group journey tailored to your congregation, ministry or clients.

Whether you are planning a church pilgrimage, a faith-based journey or a special group experience, we would love to assist you with the arrangements.

YOUR NEXT JOURNEY IS WAITING
Explore our updated tour program and find the journey that speaks to your heart.

A LEGACY OF EXPERIENCE. A JOURNEY OF OUR OWN.

At Shalom Jerusalem Tours, our story is built on decades of experience, dedication and a deep commitment to sharing the land of Israel with others. Having completed 337 journeys to Israel over the decades, we carry a legacy shaped by years of experience, personal commitment and the meaningful experiences of the travelers who have journeyed with us.

We honor the uniqueness of every organization in the tourism industry, while standing proudly in our own identity, history and experience.

We are not a copy of someone else's journey. We have a legacy of our own.

Shalom Jerusalem Tours experience, heritage and a longstanding commitment to journeys that bring the Scriptures to life.

View our Israel tours:
https://www.shalomjerusalemtours.co.za

Contact us to discuss your group requirements and request a quotation. Let us help you bring your group closer to the land where the Scriptures come alive.

For enquiries and assistance with your booking:

Eliza Bezuidenhout
WhatsApp: +27 76 132 0894
[email protected]
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09/10/2026

STANDING ON HOLY GROUND 2026 ISRAEL TOUR FROM SOUTH AFRICA WITHSHALOM JERUSALEM TOURS

Christian tours to Israel in 2026 Step of Faith in the ancient pathways described in the pages of the Scripture. Walk in the footsteps of our Messiah and experience Israel in a new dimension. Stand on the shores of the Galilee as the disciples did. Jerusalem Tours to Israel from South Africa, right across the world.

Jerusalem Tours include sacred visits to various places described in the Bible. Just a few to mention is Nazareth, Cana, the Sea of Galilee, the Jordan River, Mount Carmel, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, and the Garden Tomb. Every Israel tour brings you closer to places that shape and renew your faith. Our journeys are expertly planned and well-organized, with a high standard of excellence and a life-changing journey filled with joy and spiritual faith.

Christian Faith Travel company in South Africa From the old streets of Jerusalem to the buzz of Tel Aviv, Israel suits travelers who want big narratives. Jerusalem Tours operated over 30 years and proudly present quality Christian tours to Israel.

Contact: [email protected]

R58,990.00 PER PERSON SHARING

All Packages from South Africa Includes:
Return Flights in Economic Class (Upgrades available)
Quality Hotel Accommodation
Breakfast and Dinner as on Program
Transportation in Buses with Wifi
English Speak Guide
Entrance Fees to places on Itinerary
Gratitude Fees to Porters/ Staff
Boat Ride on Galilee
Group Insurance
Farewell Dinner
Travel Gift Pack
Spiritual Experience

Items not included:
Personal Items
Anything not listed on our program or documentation

06/10/2026

COVENANT JOURNEY TO ISRAEL

Tour to Israel from South Africa with Shalom Jerusalem Tours on an unforgettable and life changing experience with joy in your hearts and spirit. See the Bible come to life as we walk the Ancient Pathways and pebble streets Jerusalem.

Be baptised in the Jordan River and sail on the worship boats on the Sea of Galilee. Discover the beauty, history and spiritual significance of the Holy Land on a carefully designed Biblical pilgrimage tour to Israel from South Africa, an unforgettable journey that will deepen your faith and transform your understanding of Scripture. Experience Gethsemane. Walk the Stations of the Cross and Stand before Golgotha. Worship in the Upper Room . Experience the golden stones and ancient pathways of Jerusalem, worship in Bethlehem, explore Nazareth, walk along the peaceful shores of Galilee, reflect at the Garden Tomb, renew your faith at the Jordan River Baptismal Site, and float in the remarkable waters of the Dead Sea

Contact us: [email protected]

Covenant Journey to Israel 2026 Tour to Israel from South Africa with Shalom Jerusalem Tours on an unforgettable and life changing experience with joy in…

06/10/2026

Men Of God Israel Tour 2027

A journey with Shalom Jerusalem Tours from South Africa filled with joy in your hearts and spirit.
See the Bible come to life as we walk the Ancient Pathways. Experience Jerusalem with a renewal of Spirit. Be baptised in the Jordan River and sail on the worship boat on the Sea of Galilee. Experience Gethsemane and stand before Golgotha.

Worship in the Upper Room. Experience the golden stones and ancient pathways of Jerusalem, worship in Bethlehem, explore Nazareth, walk along the peaceful shores of Galilee, reflect at the Garden Tomb, renew your faith at the Jordan River Baptismal Site, and float in the remarkable waters of the Dead Sea.

Shalom Jerusalem Tours from South Africa

Departure: 06 Aug 2027 / Return: 13 Aug 2027



Contact: [email protected]

Ancient Pathways Israel Tour 2027, A journey with Shalom Jerusalem Tours from South Africa filled with joy in your hearts and spirit. See the Bible come to…

02/10/2026

Situations that develop character.
Written by: Eliza

Reading Scripture helps us to discover a pathway of the truth. But somehere or sometimes people go through situations, where they reach out to the Scriptures to provide answers for what they experience. This is where most heartbroken come, seeking answers to all the why's.

At the same time, others actively look at the practical spaces of their lives, realizing they need a training ground to practice patience, love, and forgiveness. Whatever we seek in Scripture whether personal or faith-based, there is an ancient story that perfectly mirrors our current situation. Starting with 'why' is not just a question; it is a direction that points us toward deeper truth."

When people ask "Why is this happening?", it is not always that they are just looking for a explanation. They are looking for a way forward. Scripture shows us that YHVH welcomes the question "why" and uses it to redirect our focus from our problem to our purpose.

David was overwhelmed by his situation, but by the time he reaches the end of this short, six-verse psalm in Psalm 13, his focus has completely shifted. He didn't get an immediate answer to why, but the process of asking redirected his heart.

The question David asked, "How long, O YHVH? Will You forget me forever? How long will You hide Your face from me?"

David shows us that spiritual maturity begins with absolute honesty. Character isn't built by pretending everything is okay; it is built by taking our real, raw pain directly to YHVH instead of running away from Him. David continues "Look on me and answer, O YHVH my Elohiym. Give light to my eyes."

This is where the question "why" changes direction. David shifts from talking about his problems to talking to his Elohiym. In the middle of the heartbreak, he makes a conscious choice to seek illumination rather than wallow in despair.

David’s external situation did not change between verses. What did change is his internal character. Through the act of pouring out his grief, his heart was redirected to remember YHVH's past faithfulness.

David teaches us that YHVH is big enough to handle our 'whys.' When we bring our heartbreak to the ancient paths of Scripture, we find that YHVH rarely gives us a checklist of reasons. Instead, He gives us Himself. The situation might remain, but our character is transformed from fearful to faithful. When hard times hit, our immediate human instinct is to think, "What did I do wrong? Is YHVH punishing me?"

While actions have consequences, much of the suffering we experience is not punitive, but infact it is formative. YHVH is not acting as an angry judge executing a sentence; He is acting as a master craftsman preparing a vessel for a better purpose.

We can use another example. Clay cannot shape itself. To be reshaped, it must remain on the wheel and stay in the Potter’s hands. The wheel represents the spinning circumstances of our lives. Sometimes life feels like it is spinning out of control, but the clay is never spinning out of the Potter's hands. A potter applies pressure with their fingers to pull the clay upward and push out the imperfections.

The pressure feels intense, but it is entirely controlled. The Potter knows exactly how much pressure the clay can take before it breaks. When the pot became flawed, the potter didn't throw the clay in the trash. He remade it. Our failures, heartbreaks, and sufferings are recycled by YHVH to build something stronger.

When we refuse to be shaped, we simply delay or miss out on the blessings YHVH intended for that season. It often takes the perspective of years to look back and realize, "YHVH wasn't withholding the blessing from me; my own resistance was blocking it."

The saddest part of stubbornness is the timeline. It can take years of wandering in a self-inflicted desert before we finally realize that our own grip on our life was what kept us from the promised land.

The Israelites were not kept out of the Promised Land because YHVH lacked the power to take them there. They were kept out because of their stubbornness, grumbling, and refusal to trust the process. Scripture frequently refers to them as a "stiff-necked people" (Exodus 32:9). Just like a stiff neck cannot turn to look in a new direction, a stubborn heart cannot find it's way toward the blessing YHVH has prepared.

Looking back at your life, can you identify a past season where your own stubbornness or pride delayed a breakthrough or a lesson YHVH was trying to teach you?

We often confess our belief with our mouths, but our hearts harbor a quiet panic that blocks us from experiencing what God wants to do. Scripture shows that doubt acts as a spiritual barrier. It is not that doubt diminishes YHVH’s power, but it closes our hands so we cannot receive what He is extending to us.

Doubt whispers: "What if He forgets me this time? What if I have to fix this myself?"

James 1:6-8
But when you ask, you must believe and not doubt, because the one who doubts is like a wave of the sea, blown and tossed by the wind. That person should not expect to receive anything from YHVH. Such a person is double-minded and unstable in all they do."

When you are waiting on YHVH to provide, do you secretly spend all your energy building a human "Plan B" because you doubt He will come through? How does that affect your peace?

When we declare something with our mouths, it is empty breath unless it is backed by an action of the heart. It is easy to speak words of faith when life is smooth. But mouth-only declarations function like a spiritual mask. If the heart is still panicked, angry, or stubborn, the words mean nothing.

In scripture, the heart (lev in Hebrew) is the seat of the will, choices, and courage.

To declare something with the heart means making a conscious, active decision to trust, regardless of what the eyes see. It is an act of alignment.

When we use the phrase "it is well with my soul" we are declaring that even though the world may collapse, YHVH is still on the throne, and our eternal security remains intact.

In Isaiah 29:13, YHVH warns against the opposite of this character trait. "These people come near to Me with their mouth and honor Me with their lips, but their hearts are far from Me."

Character is built when the distance between our mouth and our heart becomes zero.

When you are in a situation designed to reshape you, your emotions will scream one thing, but your faith must declare another. This is called preaching to your own soul.

Do not pretend the pain or the problem is not real. Choose not to let stubbornness or bitterness take root. Speak the truth of YHVH’s character to your anxiety until your heartbeat matches His peace.

Endurance is not just surviving a storm; it is the active combination of willingness (the heart’s surrender) and willpower (the mind’s discipline). Many people confuse endurance with passive suffering, merely waiting for a bad situation to end.

True faith is true endurance, meaning "remianing under pressure with a hopeful stance". Every experience, no matter how painful, holds a lesson when approached with this mindset.

This is your surrender. It is the soft clay saying, "YHVH, I don't like this pressure, but I am willing to let You shape me." It is the choice to align your actions with your confession even when you do not feel like it. It is telling your feet to move and your mouth to speak truth when doubt tries to paralyze you.

When willingness and willpower meet under pressure, endurance is born. You stop looking at your trial as an obstacle and start looking at it as a life lesson.

The end goal of your endurance is a character that lacks absolutely nothing. When we are in the middle of a trial, the enemy of our souls and our own human anxieties will inject deceptive narratives into our thinking. If we accept those thoughts as truth, it will derail our willingness and paralyze our willpower.

Hebrews 12:1–2
Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles. And let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Yeshua HaMashiach, the pioneer and perfecter of faith."

You cannot endure a long race while carrying heavy, unnecessary luggage. Spiritual endurance requires the willpower to intentionally drop bitterness, anger, heavy burdens and the demand to know "why."

Endurance fails the moment you look down at your hurting feet or sideways at other people's seemingly easier lives.

Endurance succeeds when your willpower forces your eyes to stay fixed on YHVH, the author of your story.

James 1:4
"Let perseverance finish its work so that you may be mature and complete, not lacking anything."

Trusting in YHVH means remembering His covenant name. He is the one who was, who is, and who is to come. He does not change His mind about you, and He does not mismanage the circumstances of your life. To anchor this final truth, look at the classic framework of wisdom from Proverbs:

Proverbs 3:5–6
"Trust in YHVH with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to Him, and He will make your paths straight."

Be blessed and stay blessed ⚘️

02/10/2026

SHALOM JERUSALEM TOURS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR INTERNATIONAL TRAVELLERS JOINING OUR TOURS TO ISRAEL

Planning to travel with Shalom Jerusalem Tours from outside South Africa?

We would like to explain our registration and travel-document process clearly, so that every traveller understands what is required before confirming their journey.

STEP 1 – COMPLETE YOUR TOUR REGISTRATION CONFIRMATION

As we offer organised tours to Israel, every participant is required to complete our Tour Confirmation & Registration Form and provide the full personal and travel information requested.

This information enables us to prepare your tour arrangements and provide the necessary documentation relating to your confirmed tour.

Once your registration has been received, a booking confirmation and applicable non refundable deposit will be required to secure your place on the tour.

STEP 2 – YOUR TOUR DOCUMENTATION

Following confirmation of your registration and tour arrangements, Shalom Jerusalem Tours will provide the relevant tour documentation, which may include:

• Full tour itinerary
• Hotel/accommodation confirmations
• Tour guide arrangements
• Confirmed tour services
• Relevant booking confirmations and supporting documentation required for your travel arrangements

Our aim is to ensure that each traveller has a clear record of the arrangements made for their Israel tour.

TEP 3 – PASSPORT & ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

Every traveller is personally responsible for ensuring that their passport and travel documentation comply with the requirements applicable to their nationality.

We strongly recommend that your passport has at least 6 months' validity beyond your planned departure from Israel, so that you have sufficient validity for your journey and any applicable requirements.

Please also ensure that your passport has sufficient blank pages and that all personal information is correct.

STEP 4 – VISA OR ETA-IL REQUIREMENTS

Israeli entry requirements differ according to the traveller's nationality, passport and circumstances.

Travellers from visa-exempt countries may need to obtain an ETA-IL (Electronic Travel Authorization)** before travelling to Israel.

Travellers whose nationality requires a visa must follow the applicable Israeli visa application procedure through the appropriate Israeli authorities or authorised visa application centre.

The official Israeli authorities should always be consulted for the current requirements applicable to your nationality.

IMPORTANT: USE OFFICIAL ISRAELI GOVERNMENT INFORMATION

Travellers should check the official Israeli government guidance before submitting an ETA-IL or visa application.

The official Israeli government website provides the current eligibility and entry information:

Israel Government – Entry & ETA-IL Information]

For visa applications, applicants should follow the instructions of the relevant Israeli Embassy/Consulate or authorised visa application centre in their country of residence.

For applications being submitted in South Africa, the Embassy of Israel currently directs visa enquiries and submissions to VFS Global .

⚠️ VERY IMPORTANT – SHALOM JERUSALEM TOURS IS NOT AN IMMIGRATION AUTHORITY

Shalom Jerusalem Tours can organise your tour and provide supporting tour documentation.

However: A tour operator cannot approve a visa, process an official immigration application on behalf of the Israeli authorities, or guarantee admission to Israel.

Tour operators and travel agents do not have the authority to issue official Israeli visas or ETA-IL approvals.

All immigration and entry decisions are made exclusively by the **competent Israeli government authorities

An approved tour booking therefore does not automatically mean that a traveller has been granted permission to enter Israel

VISA / DOCUMENT PROCESSING SERVICES

Where Shalom Jerusalem Tours provides an optional administrative service to assist a traveller with preparing or organising travel documentation, any applicable service or administration fee will be explained before the service is undertaken

Such a fee is separate from any official government, embassy, consular or visa-centre fee.

Where applicable, administrative or service fees may be non-refundable once the agreed work has been completed, even if an application is delayed, refused or otherwise not approved by the relevant authority.

Government or visa-centre fees are also separate and are payable according to the requirements of the relevant authority.

WHAT TRAVELLERS MAY BE ASKED TO PROVIDE

Depending on nationality and the applicable Israeli entry/visa procedure, travellers may be required to provide documentation such as:

• Valid passport
• Completed visa application, where applicable
• Recent passport photographs
• Proof of sufficient financial means
• Bank statements
• Employment or other supporting documentation
• Return or onward flight arrangements
• Accommodation details
• Travel insurance
• Tour itinerary and booking confirmation
• Invitation/supporting documentation, where applicable

Requirements can differ from one nationality to another.

For this reason, travellers should not rely on another person's visa requirements and should always verify the requirements applicable to **their own passport and country of residence

OUR COMMITMENT TO OUR TRAVELLERS

At Shalom Jerusalem Tours, we believe that travelling to the Holy Land should be approached with proper preparation, transparency and respect for the laws and requirements of Israel.

We will assist our travellers with their **tour arrangements and the documentation relating to the tour**, but every traveller remains responsible for ensuring that they meet the applicable immigration and entry requirements.

Your journey begins with proper preparation.

Shalom Jerusalem Tours
*Walking the Land of the Bible with you.*

Please note: Israeli immigration, visa and ETA-IL requirements can change. Always verify the latest requirements through the official Israeli government authorities before travelling.

All Terms, Regulations and Conditions Apply according to the Confirmation Contract.