"Arise, Travel Throughout the Land" (Gen. 13:17)

Day 1, Sunday - Israel Pilgrims

El Al flight to Israel

Day 2, Monday - When You Come Into the Land (Deut. 26:1)

Group arrival in Israel to be met at the airport by your ITC representative Enjoy a panoramic bus tour of the modern Hebrew city of Tel Aviv Hotel check-in with time to relax before this evening's delicious dinner Welcome dinner at Maganda in Tel Aviv's Yemenite Quarter
Overnight: Tel Aviv

Day 3, Tuesday - In the Footsteps of Jewish Mystics and Pioneers

Depart for Israel's northern Galilee Region Tour the synagogues, courtyards, and shops of the mystical city of Tzefat Enjoy gliding down the Jordan River in a kayak Gain a deeper understanding of the Golan Heights. Hear the story of the most expansive land battle in the world, which took place here during the 1973 Yom Kippur War At the peak of Har Bental, enter army bunkers and take in a panoramic view at the crossroads of three countries Enjoy a boat cruise on Lake Kinneret from Kibbutz Ein Gev followed by a free evening on the Tiberias promenade
Overnight: Kibbutz Hotel, Tiberias

Day 4, Wednesday - The Jordan River Valley and Ascent to Jerusalem

Drive south along Israel's border with Jordan Tour the remarkable excavation of the ancient Roman city of Beit Shean, including a magnificent Cardo, Roman baths, many residences, and amphitheatre Ascent to Jerusalem, stopping for a breathtaking view of the Old City Visit the unforgettable Memorial Museum and Children's Memorial at Yad Vashem (age 12 and over only). Walk through the haunting Valley of the Communities and participate in a moving "Yizkor" service; alternative interactive tour on site for younger children Hotel check-in; meet with the rabbi at the hotel in preparation for tomorrow morning's Bar/Bat Mitzvah service Free evening to enjoy dinner (on one's own) and shopping in Jerusalem (restaurant suggestions to be provided)
Overnight: Jerusalem

Day 5, Thursday - Freedom Fighters or Fanatics?

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. Join together in Masada's ancient synagogue for a compelling Bar/Bat Mitzvah ceremony Enjoy a walk through the beautiful Ein Gedi nature reserve and hear the biblical story of kings David and Saul that took place there "on site" Enjoy a dip in the amazing Dead Sea Delicious group bar/bat mitzvah celebratory dinner at Little Italy dairy restaurant
Overnight: Jerusalem

Day 6, Friday - Jerusalem of Old

Enter the Old City of Jerusalem via the Zion Gate Experience time for prayer and reflection at the Kotel (Western Wall) Explore the Southern Wall Excavations and take a virtual, computerized "walk" through the Jerusalem Temple at the Davidson Center In the Kotel Tunnels, walk alongside the Western Wall's massive foundation stones Travel through many centuries in a guided visit to the Jewish Quarter Our preparation for Shabbat takes us to the Kotel for a short experience of welcoming the Shabbat with hundreds of others that will live on in your memory for years to come We share in a delicious Shabbat dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Jerusalem

Day 7, Shabbat - Shabbat in Jerusalem

Explore the wonderful fortress that houses the Jerusalem Museum at the Tower of David to learn about the history of Jerusalem throughout the ages. We continue with a walking tour through the colorful quarters of Jerusalem's Old City Afternoon at leisure for Shabbat rest or time to visit with family and friends Evening: Farewell dinner party at the hotel
Overnight: Jerusalem

Day 8, Sunday - A Temporary Departure

Morning departure for Ben Gurion Airport Late afternoon arrival in the USA
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