Travel to Israel
There are regular direct flights from major cities in Europe and North America, as well as from a number of Asian cities to Tel Aviv, Ben-Gurion International Airport, located only 25 KM west of the conference venue
The Local PCO – Ortra LTD., operates a travel agency with attractive air travel fares to Israel.
For further details, you may contact Ms. Heli Belo, heli@ortra.com.
Transportation from/to Ben Gurion Airport
Taxi:
Taxis are readily available at the airport. They operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Taxis can be found outside the Arrival Hall of the airport (to the left). Taxi services are regulated and the Taxi companies at Ben Gurion Airport operate under permission. The cost of the taxi is approximately 200 NIS (approx. 50 Euro).
Train:
The train station is located on Level S of the Landside Building, adjacent to the Arrival Hall. The train will take you to the Central Station in Jerusalem from where you will need a Taxi to reach your hotel.
Bus:
Public transportation services to Jerusalem are located at Terminal 3, level G, gate 1. Line 485 run from Ben-Gurion International Airport, to the Central Bus Station in Jerusalem, from where you will need a Taxi to reach your hotel.
Car Rental:
The car rental companies’ counters are located on the first floor of the East Gallery in the Arrival Hall. The service operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Pre-booked Transportation and airport assistance:
In addition to the public transportation, Private Airport Transfers are also available on a pre-arranged basis.
Private Arrival Transfer US$120 (up to 2 passengers):
Upon arrival, you will pass through immigration, collect your bags, pass through Customs, and then proceed to the Arrivals Hall.
Please turn on your cell phone so that the service company can contact you – please send us in advance your cell number.
Private Departure Transfer US$120 (up to 2 passengers):
Your driver will be waiting for you in the lobby of the hotel, holding a sign with your name on it. Pick up for return transfer will be 4 hours prior to flight departure time.
VIP Arrival Escort Service & Transfer US$290 (up to 2 passengers):
This service operates from the plane, where you will be greeted on landing at the end of the flight sleeve. A representative will escort you all the way through passport control, luggage collection, directly to the awaiting car transfer which will take you to your hotel.
For further details please contact the conference secretariat pcc@ortra.com or +972-3-6384444.
Group Transport from Waldorf Hotel, Jerusalem, to Eupsa conference – Hilton Hotel, Tel Aviv – June 28th, 6:00pm US$52 per person (**minimum 10 pax)
Booking is available upon registration to the conference, no later than two weeks prior to the conference.
For further details please contact the conference secretariat pcc@ortra.com or +972-3-6384444.
COVID Safety
Attending the 29th International Meetings of the Pediatric Colorectal Club (PCC).
Walking around Israel you feel as though COVID is a distant memory, restaurants are open, tourism sites are welcoming visitors, and people are meeting in person again at events occurring all over the country.
Israel is the world leader overcoming COVID with over 80% of its population over 5 years old being vaccinated. The safety of all our registrants and conference attendees is of utmost importance.
We are monitoring the COVID-19 status and following guidance from the Israel Ministry of Health as well as following standards set forth by the Conference venue.
The Organizers of the PCC will operate according to the Israeli Ministry of Health guidelines at time of event to help attendees stay healthy and to reduce exposure and risk.
Please click HERE for updated regulations regarding entry to Israel.