| Wednesday, 14 May - USA Departure
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Overnight flight to Israel
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| Thursday, 15 May - When You Come Into the Land (Deut 26:1)
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Afternoon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport to be met and assisted by
your ITC guide. Put down roots immediately as you plant a tree in
Israeli soil in honor or in memory of a loved one. Ascent to Jerusalem.
Gaze upon the Temple Mount from the Tayelet, as did our forefather,
Abraham, when he prepared to sacrifice Isaac. Make the shehehiyanu
blessing and take in the breathtaking view. Hotel check-in and orien-
tation. Welcome dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel,
Jerusalem
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| Friday, 16 May - Diversity in the Old City
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Private prayer and reflection at the Kotel
Explore the Southern Wall Excavations and have a virtual, computer-
ized encounter with the ancient Jerusalem Temple at the Davidson
Center. Take in a rooftop view of the four quarters of the Old City of
Jerusalem. Meet with Father Pockrot, the Patriarch of the Armenian
Community in the Armenian Quarter. Free time for lunch and shopping
in the Jewish Quarter. At the Burnt House, experience a moving,
informative presentation on the conflicts leading to the destruction of
Jerusalem and the second Temple. Shabbat services at the hotel or at
a choice of neighborhood synagogues (a pluralistic array of suggestions
to be provided) Shabbat dinner at the hotel (Optional: in private room
with a speaker from Israel's Progressive Movement)
Overnight: Dan
Panorama Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Shabbat, 17 May - Shabbat in Jerusalem
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(Optional) Shabbat services at HUC, followed by a tour of the facility.
Discussion at HUC on the subject of pluralism and diversity
Sumptuous Shabbat buffet lunch at the hotel - Shabbat rest
Shabbat afternoon walking tour in fascinating Jerusalem neighborhoods
near the hotel - Free evening in Jerusalem
Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Sunday, 18 May - Those Who Sacrificed
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Enjoy a visit to the Hartman Institute, where Rabbi Herzfeld studies
each summer. Visit the state-of-the art Holocaust Memorial Museum
and the Children's Memorial at Yad Vashem. Visit the Herzl Exhibit,
where the Father of Modern Zionism and his untiring quest are
"brought to life" before your eyes. At Har Herzl Military Cemetery
encounter the "silver platter" on which the Jewish people have acquired
- and continue to acquire - our state. Free time for supper (on one's
own) Evening: In the Kotel Tunnels, walk alongside the Western Wall's
massive foundation stones.
Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Monday, 19 May - First Century Freedom Fighters or Fanatics?
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Ascend Masada by cable car for a tour of this magnificent excavation
and a discussion of 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.
Visit the excavation of Kumran, home of the mysterious ancient sect
that authored the Dead Sea scrolls. Return to Jerusalem
Dinner at Olive and Fish Restaurant
Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Tuesday, 20 May - Layers of History - Political briefing at the hotel.
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Travel north along Israel's newest highway, with a view of the
Security Fence along the way. Walk through the fascinating, under-
ground Roman water system that once fed ancient Caesaria at Alona
Park near Binyamina (strap-on water shoes, small towel needed) See
ancient history come to life at the newly-opened multi-media center
against the backdrop of ancient Caesaria. Excavations include an
impressive amphitheatre and aqueduct. Meet members of Israel's
Druze community, hear about their fierce patriotism, and enjoy their
warm hospitality. Take in a wonderful overview of the Carmel region at
Mukhraka-Keren HaCarmel, where Elijah the Prophet faced off against
the prophets of Ba'al. Dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel, Haifa
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| Wednesday, 21 May - Religious Diversity in Israel's North
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Continue north to Acco, city of three religions: Visit a choice of the
following: a Crusader fortress; the new exhibit at the adjacent
Turkish Baths; the amazing Tunisian Synagogue in Acco, which is com-
pletely decorated with mosaics depicting stories from Jewish history
and traditional texts; the British prison, where Jewish freedom fight-
ers were incarcerated (number of stops depends on time available)
Visit Har Halutz, a Reform community near Karmiel and learn about
the joys and challenges of their life in the Galilee. Enjoy lunch with
members of Har Halutz. Tour the synagogues, courtyards, and alley-
ways in the mystical city of Tzefat, including free time for shopping
(Catered) dinner meeting with Rabbi Edgar Nof and members of
Haifa's Progressive synagogue, Or Hadash
Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel, Haifa
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| Thursday, 22 May - The Galilee and the Golan Heights
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Travel to the Golan Heights and gaze down over the Galilee from Tel
Faher, as the Syrians once did. Travel back in time as you visit the
excavated Talmudic Village in Katzrin. Taste the fruits of the region in
the form of award-winning wines at the Golan Winery
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
(time permitting) - Enjoy a Kinneret boat ride. Travel to Tel Aviv for
hotel check-in. Free evening in Tel Aviv
Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel, Tel Aviv
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| Friday, 23 May - 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. 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 OR Walk though the historic Neve
Tzedek neighborhood, a UNESCO Heritage site. Browse through unique
craft items in Nachalat Binyamin's colorful, open-air market, and see
modern Tel Aviv in action. Kabbalat Shabbat as a group on the beach
Festive Shabbat dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel, Tel Aviv
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| Shabbat, 24 May - Shabbat in Tel Aviv
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Day and evening at leisure in Tel Aviv
Option: Shabbat services at Tel Aviv Reform congregation, Beit Daniel.
Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel, Tel Aviv
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| Sunday, 25 May - Tel Aviv Tapestry
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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 recently opened multi-media Palmach Museum (if
available) Visit, Selah, a center that assists needy immigrants to
Israel OR At the Jaffa Institute, engage in hands-on activities with
disadvantaged Tel Aviv youth and to learn of the wonderful work done
there
Free time for final shopping, packing. Farewell dinner at Maganda
Restaurant (Yemenite)
Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel, Tel Aviv
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| Monday, 26 May - A Temporary Departure
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| Return to USA
Begin planning your next Israel trip with Rabbi Herzfeld and ITC tours
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Progressive Temple Beth Ahavath Sholom's
Tour
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May 14 - 26, 2008
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With
Rabbi Garson Herzfeld |
Tour Package Includes
- Roundtrip Air - JFK - Tel Aviv- JFK - 12 Nights Hotels including late check out
- Deluxe Dan Panorama Hotels - Jerusalem, Haifa and Tel Aviv
- 11 Days of touring in Israel - Super Deluxe Air Conditioned Touring Motor Coach
- Daily buffet breakfasts,5 weekday dinners,2 Shabbat dinners,1 Shabbat lunch,1 week day Lunch per itinerary
- Meet, Eat, Pray, & Talk with the Israeli Reform Community in Haifa and Jerusalem
- Celebrate Shabbat in the Old City of Jerusalem and at Hebrew Union College
- Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Haifa, Masada, Acco, Caesaria, and More
- Superb Tour Guide and Driver will be with you for the entire trip
- Visit Yad Vashem, Druze Community, Wine Tasting, Sailing on the Kinneret, Time to Explore
- Extensive Touring, Excellent Accommodations, Delicious Meals, and Much, Much More!!!
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| Religious and Cultural Diversity in Israel |
- Air and Land Package $3475 Land Only $2395 Per person in a double room
- Single room supplement $652
- Third person over 18 in triple room: subtract $191
- Plus Airport Tax $98, Fuel Surcharge** $130 Tips for Guide and Driver $110 ** Fuel subject to change
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