| Sunday, 28 June - USA Departure
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| Overnight flight to Israel
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| Monday, 29 June - Layers of History
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Morning arrival (ideally) at Ben Gurion Airport to be met by your ITC
representative (today's activities depend on arrival time)
Visit the Dora community center in Netanya and take part in an activity
with Ethiopian immigrant children
Enjoy lunch at Shipudei Bat HaIkar in Ezor HaTa'asiah in Netanya
See ancient history come to life at the newly-opened multi-media center,
against the backdrop of ancient Caesaria
Walk through the fascinating, underground Roman water system that
once fed ancient Caesaria at Alona Park near Binyamina (strap-on water
shoes needed; time/energy permitting) Check into the hotel, rest,
Mediterranean swim. Welcome dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Carlton Nahariya
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| Tuesday, 30 June - Cities of Many Religions
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Walk through the beautiful Bahai Gardens and learn a bit about their
secret faith. Take the cable car to the mesmerizing ocean grottos at
Rosh Hanikra, at Israel's border with Lebanon
Visit Acco, a city of many religions, including your choice of: the new
exhibit about the years of Muslim rule of the city at the adjacent
Turkish Baths; the beautiful Mosque of Jazzar; the British prison,
where Jewish freedom fighters were incarcerated; the amazing Tunisian
Synagogue, which is completely decorated with mosaics depicting stories
from Jewish history and traditional texts (number of stops depends on
time available) Return to the hotel for a swim and dinner
Overnight: Carlton Nahariya
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| Wednesday, 1 July- In the Footsteps of Sages and Mystics
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Enjoy a walk through the outdoor co-existence art exhibit by local
Jewish, Muslim, and Christian artists in the Wadi Nis Nis market in
Haifa. Visit the ancient, magnificently excavated city of Tzippori, home
to Rabbi Judah the Prince, and see beautiful mosaics and other finds
from the time of the Mishna. Enjoy the gourmet cheeses at Ein Kamonim
as we savor a special lunch there, In-depth tour of the synagogues,
courtyards, and shops of the mystical city of Tzefat
Free evening to enjoy the Tiberias boardwalk
Overnight: Kibbutz Nof Ginnosar Guest House
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| Thursday, 2 July - Tiberias and the Golan Heights [some Golan stuff]
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Travel through the Golan Heights by jeep (Shvilim), stopping to gaze
down over the Galilee as the Syrians once did
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)
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. Taste the fruits of the region in the form of award-winning
kosher wines at the Golan Winery. Visit the charming new artist village
at Moshav Aniam on the Golan Heights, followed by dinner there at the
lovely new Suzanne Bistro.
Overnight: Kibbutz Nof Ginnosar Guest House
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| Friday, 3 July - Ascent to Jerusalem
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Bid farewell to the Galilee at the picturesque Kinneret Cemetery read
the moving poetry of the pioneer, Rachel the Poetess, and of Naomi
Shemer - first lady of Israeli song - at their graveside
Travel south along Israel's border with Jordan
Tour the remarkable excavation of the ancient Roman city of Beit
Shean, including a magnificent Cardo, many residences, amphitheatre,
etc. Swim in the wondrous natural pools at Sachne, fed by underground
springs. Ascent to Jerusalem - Gaze upon the Temple Mount from
Mount Scopus; take in the breathtaking view
Hotel check-in to swim, prepare for Shabbat - Kabbalat Shabbat at
Robinson's Arch. Shabbat dinner at the hotel
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Shabbat, 4 July - Shabbat in Jerusalem - Parashat Hukkat-Balak
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Shabbat services at a synagogue of your choice
Delicious Shabbat lunch buffet at the hotel - Shabbat rest
Travel through many centuries in a Shabbat walking tour of the Jewish
Quarter with your guide. Havdalah with Rabbi Goldstein
Free evening in Jerusalem -
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Sunday, 5 July - Jerusalem of Old
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Participate in an intriguing study session at the Conservative Yeshiva
In the Kotel Tunnels, walk alongside the Western Wall's massive foundation
stones. Explore the Southern Wall Excavations and take a virtual,
computerized "walk" through the ancient Temple Mount at the Davidson
Center. Free time for lunch (on one's own) and shopping in the Jewish
Quarter. Travel through many centuries as you explore the Jewish
Quarter with your guide, including entrance to the Burnt House
Free evening in Jerusalem -
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Monday, 6 July - Digging Israel
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At Archeological Seminar's "Dig for a Day" program at Beit Guvrin,
uncover actual artifacts as you participate in an ongoing archeological
dig. "Cave crawl" also available for the adventurous
At the Latrun IDF Armored Corps center, review (or climb on) the tanks
and learn about battles fought there for the road to Jerusalem
Plant a tree as a family in Israeli soil; share a bit with the group about
the person in whose memory or honor you are planting
Meet with members of Moreshet Avraham, a Masorti synagogue, and
enjoy a catered dinner there, to be joined by some synagogue members
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Tuesday, 7 July - Foundations of the Modern State
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Climb down into the amazing underground, pre-State bullet factory built
by the Haganah under the noses of the British at the Ayalon Institute
At Independence Hall, relive Ben Gurion's moving declaration of the
State. Browse through unique craft items in Nachalat Binyamin's colorful,
open-air market, and see modern Tel Aviv in action
Enjoy an extremely impressive presentation of the amazing achievements
of the Palmach at the new multi-media Palmach Museum (if available)
Dinner on one's own in Tel Aviv
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Wednesday, 8 July - Those Who Made a Difference
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Visit the newly-opened state-of-the art Memorial Museum, the
Children's Memorial, and the Valley of the Communities at Yad Vashem
At Har Herzl Military Cemetery encounter the "silver platter" on which
the Jewish people have acquired - and continue to acquire - our state
Explore bustling Machaneh Yehuda open-air market
Free evening in Jerusalem -
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Thursday, 9 July - Freedom Fighters or Fanatics?
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| Early departure to ascend Masada by cable car. Tour this magnificent
excavation and a discussion of the terrible dilemma faced by its Jewish
Zealot population. Take a dip in the amazing Dead Sea
Enjoy a walk through the beautiful Ein Gedi nature reserve and review
the biblical story of kings David and Saul that took place there "on site"
Late afternoon return to Jerusalem for final packing, shopping
Farewell dinner at La Boca (Argentinian)
Depart for the airport
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| Friday, 10 July - A Temporary Departure - Arrive in USA
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| Begin planning your next Israel trip with Rabbi Goldstein and ITC Tours!
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Temple Beth Torah's
Tour
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June 28 - July 10, 2009
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With
Rabbi Michael Goldstein |
Highlights
- Roundtrip Air from EWR Airport to Ben Gurion Airport in Israel available
- One of Israel's Top Tour Guides and Drivers will be with you the entire trip
- All Breakfasts, 6 week day Dinners, 2 week day lunches, Shabbat Dinner and Lunch as per itinerary,
- Carlton Nahariya, Kibbutz Nof Ginnosar, King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem,
- Welcome Orientation, Dora community center activities with Ethiopian immigrant children,
- Shipudei Bat HaIkar, Ancient Caesaria, Alona Park, Bahai Gardens, Rosh Hanikra,
- Tunisian Synagogue, Co-existence art exhibit, Tzippori, Ein Kamonim, Tzefat, Golan Heights by jeep,
- Saluki Springs, Golan Antiquities Museum, Golan Winery, Artist village at Moshav Aniam,
- Kinneret Cemetery, Beit Shean, Swim Sachne, Mount Scopus,
- Kabbalat Shabbat at Robinson's Arch, Shabbat walking tour of the Jewish Quarter with your Guide
- Havdalah under the Stars with Rabbi Goldstein, Conservative Yeshiva, Kotel Tunnels,
- Southern Wall Excavations, Davidson Center, Jewish Quarter, Burnt House, Dig for a Day, Latrun,
- Plant a tree, Moreshet Avraham, Ayalon Institute, Independence Hall, Nachalat Binyamin,
- Palmach Museum, The New State of the Art Yad Vashem,
- Har Herzl, Machaneh Yehuda, Masada, Dead Sea, Ein Gedi
- ITC Full Color Source Book. A Fun Filled Inspirational Tour and Much Much More!!!
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| A GREAT TOUR FILLED WITH MEANINGFUL EXPERIENCES AND FUN ! |
- Land Only $2485.-Single Supp $695 payment by check
- Third person over 18 in triple room: subtract $50
- Child, age 2-12 as third person in a triple room: subtract $525
- Bar/Bat Mitzvah, age 12-13 as third person in a triple room: subtract $620
- Child, 14-18 as third person in a triple room: subtract $420
- Plus Tips for Guide,Driver and Restaurants $110 per person
- *Prices are based on a minimum of 20 paying participants reductions at 25 ($2440) and 30 ($2380)
- Group air round trip EWR - TLV - EWR $1390 PLUS $98 TAX AND $200* FUEL SURCHARGE
- Buy it Now round trip air $1593 subject to purchase
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