| Wednesday, August 20 - Israel Pilgrims El Al flight to Israel
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| Thursday, August 21 - 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. Climb down
into the amazing underground, pre-State bullet factory
built by the Haganah under the noses of the British at the
Ayalon Institute. Visit the Weitzman Institute in Rehovot
to learn of the impressive accomplishments of Israel's top
science university, including the Science Garden for a fun,
hands-on experience of Israel's cutting-edge science and
technology. Arrive in Tel Aviv for hotel check-in
Welcome dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Carlton Hotel, Tel Aviv
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| Friday, August 22 - Foundations of the Modern State
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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. Browse through unique
craft items in Nachalat Binyamin's colorful, open-air market,
and see modern Tel Aviv in action. Prepare for
Shabbat. Kabbalat Shabbat on the beach with Rabbi
Spector. Delicious Shabbat dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Carlton Hotel, Tel Aviv
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| Shabbat, August 23 - Shabbat in Tel Aviv - Parashat Ekev
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Shabbat services at local Masorti Synagogue
Day and evening at leisure in Tel Aviv
Shabbat lunch at the hotel
Overnight: Carlton Hotel, Tel Aviv
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| Sunday, August 24 - In the Footsteps of Jewish Mystics
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Travel north along Israel's newest highway, with a view of
the Security Fence along the way. Enjoy a tour of the
mystical city of Tzefat, including cheese-tasting at the
gourmet Meiri Cheese Company, housed in a Tzefat heritage
building, and a special, hands-on Jewish handicrafts
program in Tzefat's artist colony. Glide down the Jordan
River in a kayak or raft. Enjoy a terrific lakeshore dinner
at the Chinese Pagoda
Overnight: Sheraton Moriah, Tiberias
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| Monday, August 25 - The Golan Heights
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Plant a tree in Israeli soil in honor or in memory of a loved
one. Travel by jeep, off the beaten track, through the
Golan Heights. At Kibbutz El Rom, see original footage
from the brave Valley of Tears Kahalani battle, which
secured the Golan Heights during the Yom Kippur War
Group may split: Taste the fruits of the region in the form
of award-winning wines at the Golan Winery OR 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. Enjoy a Lake Kinneret boat ride followed by a
delicious lakeshore dinner at Decks Restaurant
Overnight: Sheraton Moriah, Tiberias
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| Tuesday, August 26 - The Jordan River Valley
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Travel south, stopping at the ancient Beit Alpha Synagogue
to examine its striking mosaic floor; enjoy a short, amusing
film about plans to renovate this ancient synagogue two
millennia ago. Enjoy a swim in the wondrous natural pools
at Sachne, fed by underground springs. Visit the excavation
of Kumran, home of the mysterious ancient sect that
authored the Dead Sea scrolls. Hotel check-in and dinner
Overnight: Crown Plaza Hotel, Dead Sea
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| Wednesday, August 27 - Freedom Fighters or Fanatics?
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Early departure for the ascent by cable car to the mountain
fortress of Masada for a tour of this amazing excavation
and a discussion of the terrible dilemma faced by its
Jewish population during Roman times, including entry to
the new Masada Museum. Return to our hotel to enjoy its
spa facilities and the amazing Dead Sea. Optional: take a
hike in either Nahal David or Nahal Arugot at the Ein Gedi
Nature Reserve. Early evening: enjoy a camel trek through
the desert and a delicious dinner and Bedouin hospitality
(kosher of course!) in a Bedouin tent. Evening: Take in the
Sound and Light Show at the foot of Masada
Overnight: Crown Plaza Hotel, Dead Sea
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| Thursday, August 28 - Ascent to Jerusalem
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Depart for the Negev Desert. Visit Congregation Magen
Avraham in Omer, Beth Shalom's Israeli sister synagogue
Ascent to Jerusalem. Gaze upon the Temple Mount from
the Tayelet, as did Abraham when he prepared to sacrifice
Isaac; take in the breathtaking view. Take part in an
enjoyable, family-friendly "scavenger hunt" program as you
explore Jerusalem's Ketef Hinom and Yemin Moshe neighborhoods
(ITC program) OR At the Israel Museum, tour
the new Shrine of the Book; the newly reopened Second
Temple Model of Jerusalem; the children's wing (optional);
art, archeology, and Judaica exhibits; and the Billy Rose
Sculpture Garden. Hotel check-in for a free evening in
Jerusalem.
Overnight: Inbal Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Friday, August 29 - Those Who Made a Difference
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Visit the unforgettable Memorial Museum at Yad Vashem
(12 and over only) Alternative for younger children: At the
Jerusalem Biblical Zoo, enjoy meeting the animals that
roamed this land during Bible times (accompanied by
adult/s) Visit the multi-media Herzl Exhibit, where the
Father of Modern Zionism and his untiring quest are
"brought to life" before your eyes Hotel check-in to prepare
for Shabbat. Kabbalat Shabbat at the hotel (private
room needed) Festive Shabbat dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Inbal Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Shabbat, August 3 0- Shabbat in Jerusalem Parashat Re'eh
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Shabbat Services at a local synagogue of your choice (suggestions,
directions to be supplied) Sumptuous Shabbat
lunch buffet at the hotel. Afternoon optional walking tour
through fascinating Jerusalem neighborhoods
Havdalah with Rabbi Spector. Free evening "out on the
town" in Jerusalem.
Overnight: Inbal Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Sunday, August 31 - Jerusalem of Old
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| I Rosh Hodesh Elul - Take part in a moving Bar/Bat
Mitzvah ceremony at Robinson's Arch, the "Conservative
Kotel" "Explore the Southern Wall Excavations and take a
virtual, computerized "walk" through the Jerusalem Temple
at the Davidson Center. Enter the Old City of Jerusalem
In the Kotel Tunnels, walk alongside the Western Wall's
massive foundation stones. Go way back in time to King
David's Jerusalem in David's City, Optional: enjoy sloshing
through Hezekiah's water tunnel (strap-on water shoes and
flashlights needed) Return to the hotel for final packing
Farewell dinner at Olive and Fish Restaurant
Depart for the airport
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| Monday, September 1 - A Temporary Departure
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| Return to USA Begin planning your next Israel trip with
Rabbi Spector and ITC Tours!
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Temple Beth Shalom's
Family Israel Trip
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August 20 - September 1, 2008
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With
Rabbi Geoffrey and Karen Spector |
Tour Package Includes
- Roundtrip Air - Newark - Tel Aviv - Newark - 10 Nights Hotels plus late check out
- 5 Star Deluxe Inbal Hotel Jerusalem - Carlton Tel Aviv - Sheraton Moriah Tiberias- Crown Plaza Dead Sea
- 11 Days of touring with one of Israel’s best Tour Guides - Super Deluxe Air Conditioned Motor Coach
- Daily buffet breakfasts, 6 weekday dinners,2 Shabbat dinners, 2 Shabbat lunches, as per itinerary
- Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Tzefat, Tiberias, Golan Heights, Har Bental, Dead Sea,
- Celebrate your Bar/Bat Mitzvah at Robinson's Arch, the "Conservative Kotel"
- Amazing underground, pre-State bullet factory Ayalon Institute, Weitzman Institute including Science Garden,
- Independence Hall, Palmach Museum , Nachalat Binyamin, Security Fence mystical city of Tzefat,
- Gourmet Meiri Cheese Company, Jewish handicrafts program, Kayak or Rafting, Golan Heights in Jeeps,
- Kibbutz El Rom, Valley of Tears Kahalani battle, Golan Winery, Beit Alpha Synagogue, Sachne, Kumran,
- Masada, Camel Trek, Bedouin hospitality, Negev Desert, Congregation Magen Avraham in Omer, Tayelet,
- Scavenger Hunt, Jerusalem's Ketef Hinom and Yemin Moshe Neighborhoods, Israel Museum, Yad Vashem,
- Kabbalat Shabbat in Jerusalem, Biblical Zoo, Herzl Exhibit, Kotel Tunnels,
- Havdalah under the Stars with Rabbi Spector, Bar/Bat Mitzvah ceremony at Robinson's Arch,
- Southern Wall Excavations, Davidson Center, Old City of Jerusalem
- " David's City, Hezekiah's water tunnel - A fun filled spiritual adventure and Much Much More !!
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| A GREAT TOUR FILLED WITH MEANINGFUL EXPERIENCES AND FUN ! |
- Air and Land Package $3895 Land Only $2695 Inbal Hotel Jerusalem - Per person in a double room
- Single room supplement $695 - Third person over 18 in triple room: subtract $200
- Child, age 2-12 as third person in a triple room: subtract $690
- Bar/Bat Mitzvah, age 12-13 as third person in a triple room: subtract $945
- Child, 14-18 as third person in a triple room: subtract $615
- Reduction on air price of 20% for child under 12 years of age
- Plus Airport Tax $98, Fuel Surcharge** $210 Tips for Guide and Driver $120 **subject to change
*Prices are based on a minimum of 30 participants per bus
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