| Sunday, 21 June - Israel Pilgrims - Overnight flight to Israel
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| Monday, 22 June - When You Come Into the Land (Dev. 26:1)
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Morning arrival in Israel to be met and assisted at Ben Gurion
Airport by your ITC guide. Put down roots in Israel right away as
you plant a tree in honor or in memory of a loved one
Ascent to Jerusalem. At the Tayelet, behold a breathtaking view of
the Old City, as did Abraham when he contemplated the sacrifice of
Isaac. Enter the Old City of Jerusalem and proceed to the Kotel
Hotel check-in, rest, and welcome dinner (private room)
Overnight: David Citadel Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Tuesday, 23 June - Jerusalem of Old
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Take in an overview of the Temple Mount from the Mount of Olives
Rosh Hodesh Tammuz. Explore the Southern Wall Excavations and
visit the Davidson Center. First time visitors: In the Kotel Tunnels,
walk alongside the Western Wall's massive foundation stones (with
local guide) Repeat visitors: Tour David's City, the most ancient
section of Jerusalem, built by King David, including the recently
excavated Spring Tunnel and the new 3-D presentation. Everybody:
Free time for lunch (on one's own) and shopping in the Jewish
Quarter. Group may split: Tour the Jewish Quarter, including the
Cardo and entrance to the Herodian Mansions with your guide OR
Visit the four Sephardic Synagogues and the Burnt House with Rabbi
Schnitzer. Free evening in Jerusalem
Overnight: David Citadel Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Wednesday, 24 June - Those Who Made a Difference
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Visit the new state-of-the-art Memorial Museum (age 12 and over
only), the Children's Memorial at Yad Vashem, and the Valley of
the Destroyed Communities with a brief memorial service there
Alternative for younger children: At the Jerusalem Biblical Zoo,
enjoy meeting the animals that roamed this land during Bible times
(accompanied by adult/s; not included in tour price)
First time visitors: Enjoy a truly fascinating multi-media presentation
about the life of the Father of Modern Zionism at the newly
opened Herzl Museum (if available); then at Har Herzl Military
Cemetery encounter the "silver platter" on which the Jewish people
have acquired - and continue to acquire - our state
Repeat visitors: Visit the Menahem Begin Heritage Center for a
highly moving and informative presentation on the life of this inspiring
leader (visitors will take cabs; cab fare included in tour price)
Light supper at Congregation Ya'ar Ramot, to be joined by members
Overnight: David Citadel Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Thursday, 25 June - Freedom Fighters or Fanatics?
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Early departure to ascend Masada by cable car; tour this magnificent
excavation and discuss the harrowing dilemma faced by its
Jewish residents during Roman times. Spend time at a Dead Sea
resort hotel, enjoying its pool, 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" Return to Jerusalem. Dinner at Anna Ticho House
Overnight: David Citadel Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Friday, 26 June - Jerusalem Then and Now
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Political briefing by Jay Ruderman of AIPAC after breakfast
At the "Dig for a Day" program at Beit Guvrin, have a hands-on
experience of archeology as you uncover actual artifacts while taking
part in an actual archeological dig; "cave crawl" also available for
the adventurous. Return to Jerusalem
Enjoy a walk through bustling, colorful Mahaneh Yehudah Market, as
Jerusalem prepares for Shabbat. Kabbalat Shabbat in the Old City
Shabbat dinner at the (5*) hotel (private room, if available)
Overnight: David Citadel Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Shabbat, 27 June - Shabbat in the Holy City - Parashat Korah
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Shabbat services at a synagogue of your choice (Suggestions provided)
Explore the wonderful fortress that houses the Jerusalem
Museum at the Tower of David for a rich overview of the history of
Jerusalem throughout the ages with our guide. Shabbat lunch buffet
at the (5*) hotel (main dining room) Late afternoon walking tour of
fascinating Jerusalem neighborhoods near our hotel with Rabbi
Schnitzer. Havdalah under the stars with Rabbi Schnitzer. Free
evening in Jerusalem.
Overnight: David Citadel Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Sunday, 28 June - Jerusalem Then and Now and Partners in Israel
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Take a tour of the Fuchsberg Center for Conservative Judaism
Visit the new Shrine of the Book and the Second Temple Model of
Jerusalem at the Israel Museum; Children's Wing also available
At Ammunition Hill learn about the fierce Six Day War battle for
Jerusalem that took place here. Travel to Beit Shemesh to take
part in a hands-on tzedaka project in our Partnership 2000 city
Free evening in Jerusalem.
Overnight: David Citadel Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Monday, 29 June - In the Footsteps of Mystics and Sages
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Travel north along Israel's border with Jordan. Stop at Belvoir, an
impressive Crusader fortress with a stunning view. Visit the ancient
synagogue of Hammat in Tiberias, including a fascinating mosaic
floor. Spend some time touring the synagogues, courtyards, and
shops of the mystical city of Tzefat. Look over Mount Meron, as
did the Ari and his students when they welcomed the Shabbat.
Enjoy an early evening boat cruise on the Kinneret followed by a
delicious lakeshore steak dinner at Decks
Overnight: Sheraton Plaza Hotel, Tiberias
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| Tuesday, 30 June - The Golan Heights
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Travel to the Golan Heights by jeep (Rimonei Hagalil), off the beaten
track, and stop 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. Glide down the
Jordan River in a raft or kayak. Free evening on the Tiberias promenade.
Overnight: Sheraton Plaza Hotel, Tiberias
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| Wednesday, 1 July - The Mediterranean Coast
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Take the cable car to the mesmerizing ocean grottos of Rosh
Hanikra, at Israel's border with Lebanon. In Atlit walk through the
detention camp that held Holocaust refugees denied entry into Eretz
Yisrael by the British (with our guide) 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)
See ancient history come to life at the newly-opened multimedia
center, against the backdrop of ancient Caesaria. Excavations
include an impressive amphitheater and aqueduct. Continue south to
Tel Aviv for hotel check-in followed by a free evening
Overnight: Carlton Hotel, Tel Aviv
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| Thursday, 2 July - Foundations of the Modern State
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| Enjoy an extremely impressive presentation of the amazing achievements
of the Palmach at the new multi-media Palmach Museum (if
available) Take a panoramic bus tour of Tel Aviv, the first modern
Hebrew city. 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
Farewell dinner at the hotel (private room) Depart for the airport
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| Friday, 3 July - A Temporary Departure - Overnight flight to USA
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| Begin planning your next Israel trip with ITC Tours!
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B'nai Israel's
Trip
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June 21 - July 3, 2009
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With
Rabbi Jonathan and Beverly Schnitzer |
Tour Package Includes
- Group roundtrip EL AL Airfare from Newark NJ to Tel Aviv (see below)-bus from Synagogue to Airport included
- 5 Star Deluxe David Citadel Hotel, Jerusalem, Carlton Tel Aviv and Sheraton Tiberias
- 4 Star King Solomon Hotel in Jerusalem option available
- All Breakfasts 6 Week-Day Dinners, Shabbat Dinner and Lunch
- Dinners in some of Israel's finest Restaurants
- Touring with one of Israel's Top Tour Guides Doni Hefetz in Deluxe Motor Coach
- Mount of Olives, Southern Wall Excavations, Davidson Center, Kotel Tunnels, David's City,
- Jewish Quarter, Cardo, Herodian Mansions, Yad Vashem, Herzl Museum,
- Menahem Begin Heritage Center, Congregation Ya'ar Ramot, Masada, Dead Sea spa, Ein Gedi,
- Political briefing by Jay Ruderman of AIPAC, Dig for a Day, Beit Guvrin, Mahaneh Yehudah Market,
- Kabbalat Shabbat with Rabbi Schnitzer in the Old City of Jerusalem, Tower of David,
- Havdalah under the stars with Rabbi Schnitzer, Fuchsberg Center, Israel Museum; Ammunition Hill,
- Beit Shemesh, Hands-on tzedaka project in our P2K city, Tzefat, Golan Heights by jeep, Saluki Springs,
- Rosh Hanikra,Ancient synagogue of Hammat in Tiberias, Boat cruise on the Kinneret, Atlit,
- Kayaking on the Jordan River, Rosh Hanikra, Ancient Caesaria, Underground Roman water system at Alona Park,
- Tel Aviv, Ayalon Institute, Palmach, Independence Hall, ITC full color source book
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| A GREAT TOUR FILLED WITH MEANINGFUL EXPERIENCES AND FUN ! |
Option of 5 Star Deluxe or 4 star Hotels in Jerusalem
- 5* David Citadel Hotel in Jerusalem Land Only $3895 Single Supplement: $1295 Plus tips $115
- Third person over 18 in triple room: subtract $470
- Child, age 2-12 as third person in a triple room: subtract $1295
- Bar/Bat Mitzvah, age 12-13 as third person in a triple room: subtract $1400
- Child, 14-18 as third person in a triple room: subtract $1235
4* Based on the King Solomon Hotel in Jerusalem (deluxe rooms) Plus tips $115
- Land Only $3555 Single Supplement: $895
- Third person over 18 in triple room: subtract $359
- Child, age 2-12 as third person in a triple room: subtract $850
- Bar/Bat Mitzvah, age 12-13 as third person in a triple room: subtract $1200
- Child, 14-18 as third person in a triple room: subtract $810
- Round trip air prices - Instant purchase $1245 plus tax and fuel surcharge or Group air $1380 plus tax and fuel surcharge
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