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Midday arrival (ideally) in Israel to be met and assisted by your ITC representative at Ben Gurion Airport Put down roots immediately as you plant a tree in Israeli soil in honor or in memory of a loved one Proceed to Tel Aviv for hotel check-in . Welcome dinner at Maganda Yemenite Restaurant.
Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel, Tel Aviv
First-time Israel travelers - At Independence Hall, relive Ben Gurion's moving declaration of the State (on-site guide) Repeat visitors After a guided tour of the architecture of this neighborhood, browse through unique craft items in Nachalat Binyamin's colorful, open-air market, and see modern Tel Aviv in action Free time for lunch (on one's own) in Nahalat Binyamin Enjoy an impressive presentation of the amazing achievements of the Palmach at the new multi-media Palmach Museum Evening Option: Enjoy dinner in the Old Jaffa Port at Cafe Kappish, served by deaf waiters who will teach you sign language during your meal to be followed by Na Laga'at, a unique play performed by actors who are both deaf and blind (not yet included in tour price)
Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel, Tel Aviv
At Kibbutz Ein Shemer, enjoy hands-on group activities that simulate the life of Israel's early kibbutz pioneers, such as baking bread in their original wood-burning oven, pitching a tent, and building a mosaic floor. Meet members of Israel's Druze community in Dalyat al Karmel, hear about their fierce patriotism, and enjoy their warm hospitality. Explore the magnificently excavated ancient city of Tzippori, home to Rabbi Judah the Prince; discover ancient beauty and evidence of a community in which Jews and Romans coexisted peacefully Continue north for hotel check-in and dinner
Overnight: Kibbutz Lavi Guest House, North
Tour the synagogues, courtyards, and shops of the mystical city of Tzefat. Ascend the Golan Heights and gaze down over the Galilee, as the Syrians once did. Enter former Syrian bunkers and learn how master spy, Eli Cohen, revealed their secrets. 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; discuss the significance of the Golan Height in today's geo-political reality. Travel back to the time of the Talmud as you visit the excavated Talmudic Village in Katzrin Free evening on the Tiberias promenade
Overnight: Kibbutz Lavi Guest House, North
Explore Belvoir Castle, a beautifully restored Crusader fortress with an amazing story and a magnificent view of the Jordanian Gilad mountains. Travel south along Israel's border with Jordan for the ascent to Jerusalem. Gaze upon the Old City of Jerusalem, as did Abraham at the dawn of Jewish history; take in the breathtaking view; recite the sheheheyanu blessing with Rabbi Lifshitz - Hotel check-in. Kabbalat Shabbat at Robinson's Arch or a choice of neighborhood synagogues. Shabbat dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
Shabbat morning services at a synagogue of your choice (suggestions, walking instructions to be provided) Sumptuous Shabbat lunch buffet at the hotel Shabbat rest- Havdalah with Rabbi Lifshitz Free evening in Jerusalem
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
Explore the Southern Wall Excavations and learn more about the ancient Jerusalem Temple at the Davidson Center First time Israel travelers. In the Kotel Tunnels, walk alongside the Western Wall's massive foundation stones (on-site guide) Repeat Visitors. Walk along the Via Dolorosa and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulcher and the Arab Market with our guide Everybody. Lunch (on one's own) and shopping in the Jewish Quarter Travel through many centuries in walking tour through the Jewish Quarter. Free evening in Jerusalem OR Evening program with a Masorti congregation.
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
Visit the Holocaust Memorial Museum (age 12 and up only) and the Children's Memorial at Yad Vashem; alternative interactive tour available for younger children on site. Take in a special multi-media presentation about the life, dreams, and accomplishments of the Father of Modern Zionism at the Herzl Exhibit (if available) OR Tour the architecturally unique Israeli Supreme Court building and focus on Israel's justice system. Take a sobering walk through the history of the Jewish State at the Har Herzl Military Cemetery Walk through colorful, bustling Machane Yehuda open-air market - am yisrael hai! Free evening in Jerusalem
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
Visit Lifeline for the Old, a moving crafts workshop that employs Jerusalem elderly. Enjoy shopping for unique hand-crafted Judaica items in their store. Drive along Jerusalem's former border with Jordan, pre-1967. At Ammunition Hill, see former Jordanian bunkers, a moving film about the soldiers who fought here, and a terrific new audio-video presentation; learn about the fierce Stumble across many authentic archeological finds in a hands-on dig through archeological matter that has been dumped into Emek Tzurim from under the Temple Mount. Evening: Attend The Night Spectacular, the fabulous new sound and light show at the Tower of David Museum, with free time for dinner (on one's own) at the new Mamilla Mall.
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
Visit Israel's Airforce Museum near Beersheva to view the planes and equipment and to hear the story of this brave fighting force At Tel Sheva, the best example of what we imagine a Biblical well to be, review (or act out) biblical courtship scenes that took place at wells. Visit the fascinating Jo Alon Museum of Bedouin Culture near Lahav for an in-depth introduction to this desert culture and some Bedouin hospitality. Proceed to the Dead Sea Region for hotel checkin and dinner.
Overnight: Isrotel, Dead Sea
First time Israel travelers: Ascend Masada by cable car. Tour this impressive excavation and discuss the terrible dilemma faced by its Jewish population during Roman times. Return to our hotel to enjoy its spa facilities, pool, and the amazing Dead Sea
Repeat visitors: Spend today at our hotel, enjoying its spa facilities and the amazing Dead Sea . Optional afternoon excursion to Ein Gedi Nature Reserve. Everybody. Return to Jerusalem for a farewell dinner at Olive and Fish.
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