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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Registration  closes on 20 June 2025 for the Arise Summer Tour. Space is available until capacity limit is reached.

  • Payment can be done by credit card and debit card. For bank transfer payments, be in personal contact with the Arise Director (marius.wigardt@icej.org).

  • A $250 USD non-refundable deposit is required at time of registration, and full payment must be made by 20 June 2025.

  • The tour will be delivered in English only. Our licensed tour guides will also guide in English.

  • Standard means: 2 in a shared room

    Triple means: 3 in a shared room (Reduction in price. Inquire with us.)

    Single Supplement rooming is available at addition cost (Inquire with us.)

  • In the registration form, there is a section to write any dietary requirements. You may also email marius.wigardt@icej.org. If you have your ID number from the confirmation email, please add it in the subject line of your email.

    • Backpack for outings  

    • Closed shoes (Light weight for walking)

    • Light-weight clothes (Holy sites require modesty - covered shoulders/knees)

    • Long-sleeve shirt/Light jacket (Desert temperatures cool down overnight)

    • Swim suit (For possible activities where swimming is involved)

    • Water bottle (Stay hydrated at all times)

    • Hat 

    • Towel (Kfar HaNokdim Camping overnight)

    • Sunscreen

    • Personal Cash

    • Tip money (Tips/Gratuities are not included in package)

    • Power adapters/converters for any electronics

  • For delegates from visa-exempt countries, please check this website regarding the new requirement of an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA IL) to enter Israel as a tourist: https://israel-entry.piba.gov.il/learn-about/. It is required beginning 1 January 2025.

  • It  is  the delegate's responsibility to ensure he/she has the necessary medical and travel insurance and, if  necessary, to  register the trip with their country's embassy or consulate in Israel. We recommend reading the national  insurance website regarding conditions of eligibility for recognition as  hostile actions casualty. While the ICEJ cannot and will not endorse one insurance company over another, here is an option of medical insurance for tourists.

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