| Sunday, 27 June - USA Departure - |
| Overnight flight to Israel | |
| Monday, 28 June - When You Come Into the Land |
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Morning arrival (ideally) in Israel, to be met and assisted
at Ben Gurion Airport by your ITC representative (today's
program depends on arrival time) Walk through the fascinating,
underground Roman water system that once fed
ancient Caesaria at Alona Park near Binyamina (strap-on
water shoes, small towel needed) Tour the magnificently
excavated ancient city of Tzippori, home to Rabbi Judah
the Prince; introduction to the site via an enjoyable ITC
"Site Detectives" program. Proceed to the Lake Kinneret
region. Hotel check-in Welcome dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Kibbutz Nof Ginnosar Guest House | |
| Tuesday, 29 June - The Golan Heights (17 Tammuz) |
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Travel through the Golan Heights by jeep (Shvilim), off
the beaten track, and stop to gaze down over the Galilee
as the Syrians once did. Optional: Stop briefly to check
how your compass is working at a paleo-magnetic park near
Kibbutz Merom Golan
Take a nature walk through the scenic Saluki Springs for a
view of ruins of both a Hasmonean village and a Syrian
army encampment; dip your toes in cool natural waters
(near Katzrin)
Ascend to the peak of Har Bental, where you can enter
army bunkers and take in a panoramic view at the crossroads
of three countries. Learn about the history of the
Golan Heights and the valiant story of Gamla, called the
"Masada of the North," at the lovely Golan Antiquities
Museum. Free evening on the Tiberias boardwalk.
Overnight: Kibbutz Nof Ginnosar Guest House | |
| Wednesday, 30 June - In the Footsteps of Mystics and
Pioneers. |
| Plant a tree in Israeli soil in honor or in memory
of a loved one. Enjoy a tour of the synagogues, courtyards,
and alleyways of the mystical city of Tzefat,
including free time for shopping. Visit the quaint and lovely
town of Rosh Pina, one of the earliest settlements in modern
Israel (time permitting) Glide down the Jordan River in
a kayak or raft
Dinner at the hotel - Overnight: Kibbutz Nof Ginnosar
Guest House | |
| Thursday, 1 July - The Jordan River Valley |
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We bid farewell to the Galilee at the picturesque Kinneret
Cemetery; read the moving poetry of the pioneer, Rachel
the Poetess, and sing the songs of Naomi Shemer, first
lady of Israeli song, at their gravesites. Travel south
along Israel's border with Jordan. Ascent to Jerusalem
Take in a breathtaking view of the Old City of Jerusalem
from Mount Scopus, At Ammunition Hill learn about the
fierce Six Day War battle for Jerusalem that took place
here. Hotel check-in - Free evening in Jerusalem
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem (deluxe rooms) | |
| Friday, 2 July - Those Who Made a Difference |
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Visit the newly-opened state-of-the art Holocaust
Memorial Museum and the Children's Memorial at Yad
Vashem (age 12 and up only); alternative children's tour
for younger children. Visit the multi-media Herzl Exhibit,
where the Father of Modern Zionism and his untiring quest
are "brought to life" before your eyes Walk through Har
Herzl Military Cemetery
Visit colorful, bustling Machaneh Yehuda open-air market -
am yisrael hai! Shabbat candle-lighting at the hotel
Kabbalat Shabbat at the hotel as a group, overlooking the
Old City. Delicious Shabbat dinner at the hotel
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem (deluxe rooms) | |
| Shabbat, 3 July - Sacred Time in Jerusalem |
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Parashat Pinhas. Shabbat services at a choice of neighborhood
synagogues (suggestions, walking instructions to be
provided) Sumptuous Shabbat lunch buffet
Shabbat afternoon at leisure, or take a stroll with Rabbi
Ain. Havdalah with Rabbi Ain
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem (deluxe rooms) | |
| Sunday, 4 July - Foundations of the Modern State |
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In Rehovot, take part in the Table to Table project of
"leket," harvesting crops for the needy
Explore the alleyways, art galleries, and market stalls of
Old Jaffa, once the gateway to Eretz Yisrael; review the
biblical story of Jonah the Prophet on site
At Independence Hall, relive Ben Gurion's moving declaration
of the State. Enjoy an impressive presentation of the
amazing achievements of the Palmach at the new multimedia
Palmach Museum (if available; age 6 and over) OR
Climb down into the amazing underground, pre-State bullet
factory built by the Haganah under the noses of the
British at the Ayalon Institute
Return to Jerusalem for a free evening
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem (deluxe rooms) | |
| Monday, 5 July - Jerusalem of Old |
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Take part in a moving bar/bat mitzvah service at
Robinson's Arch, the "Conservative Kotel," with Rabbi Ain
In the Kotel Tunnels, walk alongside the Western Wall's
massive foundation stones. Travel through many centuries
as you tour the Jewish Quarter with your guide. Free time
for lunch (on one's own) and shopping in the Jewish
Quarter. Stumble across many archeological finds as you
take part in a hands-on dig through archeological matter
that has been dumped into Emek Tzurim from under the
Temple Mount. Free evening in Jerusalem
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem (deluxe rooms)
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| Tuesday, 6 July - Freedom Fighters or Fanatics? |
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Early departure for the ascent by cable car to Masada.
Tour this impressive excavation and discuss the terrible
dilemma faced by its Jewish population during Roman times
Spend some time today at a Dead Sea resort hotel,
enjoying its spa facilities, lunch, and the amazing Dead
Sea
Enjoy a walk through the beautiful Ein Gedi Nature
Reserve and review the biblical story of kings David and
Saul "on site" (time permitting) Farewell dinner at Little
Italy Restaurant in Jerusalem (dairy)
Depart for the airport | |
| Wednesday, 7 July - A Temporary Departure |
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Arrive in USA
Begin planning your next Israel trip with Rabbi Ain and ITC Tours.
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Name of Congregation
Congregational Tour
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June 27 - July 7, 2010
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With
Rabbi Rachel Ain |
Tour Package Includes
- Group transportation to airport and non stop round trip Air NY area to Tel Aviv
- King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem , Kibbutz Nof Ginnosar Guest House Tiberias
- All Breakfasts, Week-Day Dinners, Shabbat Dinner and Lunch as per itinerary
- Touring with one of Israel's Top Tour Guide Educators in Deluxe Motor Coach
- Welcome Orientation, Alona Park Tzippori, Lake Kinneret, Golan Heights by Jeep,
- Paleo-magnetic park, Saluki Springs, Har Bental, Golan Heights,
- Gamla "Masada of the North, Druze village, Golan Antiquities Museum,
- Plant a tree in Israeli soil, Mystical city of Tzefat, Rosh Pina,
- Kayak on the Jordan River, Kinneret Cemetery, Rachel the Poetess, Israel's border with Jordan,
- Mount Scopus, Ammunition Hill, Yad Vashem, Herzl Exhibit, Machaneh Yehuda,
- Kabbalat Shabbat in Jerusalem, Havdalah with Rabbi Ain, Table to Table, Old Jaffa,
- Independence Hall, Palmach Museum, Ayalon Institute,
- Moving bar/bat mitzvah service at Robinson's Arch, Masori Kotel
- Kotel Tunnels, Jewish Quarter, Archeological Dig, Masada. Dead Sea Resort Spa, Ein Gedi
- ITC full color source book, A fantastic tour filled with meaningful experiences and fun !
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| A GREAT TOUR FILLED WITH MEANINGFUL EXPERIENCES AND FUN ! |
- (check payment) Land Only $2505 Single Supplement: $639
- Third person over 18 in triple room: subtract $198
- Child, age 2-12 as third person in a triple room: subtract $524
- Bar/Bat Mitzvah, age 12-13 as third person in a triple room: subtract $625
- Child, 14-18 as third person in a triple room: subtract $440
- Plus tips for Guide, Driver, Porterage and Restaurants $115
*Prices are based on a minimum of X participants
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Rabbi Rachel Ain 315 446 9570
or e-mail at RabbiAin@twcny.rr.com
To reserve space send a $200 deposit per person (Payable to ITC TOURS)
Tours arranged by ITC Tours, LLC. 800 2 ISRAEL
info@israeltour.com
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