| Wednesday, 11 February - USA Departure
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| Overnight flight to Israel
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| Thursday, 12 February - Layers of History
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Morning arrival in Israel to be met and assisted by your ITC representative at Ben Gurion Airport. Depart for Israel's
north. See ancient history come to life at the newly-opened multi-media center against the backdrop of ancient
Caesaria. Excavations include an impressive amphitheater and aqueduct. Meet members of Israel's Druze community in
Dalyat al Karmel, hear about their fierce patriotism, and enjoy their warm hospitality. Hotel check-in - Welcome dinner
at the hotel.
Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel, Haifa
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| Friday, 13 February - Acco: City of Many Religions
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In historic Acco, visit the new exhibit about the years of Muslim rule of the city at the adjacent Turkish Baths, the
British prison, where Jewish freedom fighters were incarcerated; the amazing Tunisian Synagogue, which is completely
decorated with mosaics depicting stories from Jewish history and traditional texts; the beautiful Mosque of Jazzar
(number of stops depends on time available) Kabbalat Shabbat with (Reform) Congregation Or Hadash, including special
welcome by Rabbi Edgar Nof. Catered Shabbat Dinner at Or Hadash, together with some synagogue members -
Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel, Haifa
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| Shabbat, 14 February - Shabbat in Haifa and Nahariah - Parashat Tetzaveh
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Shabbat services at Or Hadash. Enjoy a panoramic bus tour of Haifa, including an overview of the Bahai Gardens.
Sumptuous Shabbat buffet lunch at the hotel. Mid-afternoon departure for Nahariah for a moving Havdala service with
our sister congregation, Emet VeShalom. Free evening to enjoy Haifa nightlife -
Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel, Haifa
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| Sunday, 15 February - In the Footsteps of Mystics and Pioneers
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Tour the synagogues, courtyards, and shops of the mystical city of Tzefat. Visit the studio of a kabalistic artist in
Tzefat and learn about Jewish mysticism through the prism of art. Travel to 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. Travel south along Israel's newest highway, with a view of the Security Fence. 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
and take part in a joyous shofar-blowing ceremony. Dinner at Little Italy Restaurant -
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel,
JLM
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| Monday, 16 February - Jerusalem of Old
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Visit the Kotel (Western Wall) In the Kotel Tunnels, walk alongside the
Western Wall's massive foundation stones. Explore the Southern Wall Excavations and take a virtual, computerized
"walk" through the Jerusalem Temple at the Davidson Center. Enjoy a rooftop overview of the four quarters of the Old
City of Jerusalem. Free time for lunch (on one's own) and shopping in the Jewish Quarter. Travel through many centuries
in a guided tour of the Jewish Quarter. Optional: Spectacular cultural evening in Jerusalem, based on availability
(not included in tour price); pizza/falafel supper out on the town for youth, to be accompanied by counselor/s (not
included in tour price)
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem.
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| Tuesday, 17 February - The Modern Hebrew City
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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. At Independence Hall, relive Ben Gurion's moving declaration of the State. Browse through
unique craft items in Nachalat Binyamin's colorful, open-air market, and see modern Tel Aviv in action. Enjoy an impressive
presentation of the amazing achievements of the Palmach at the new multi-media Palmach Museum. Dinner at
Maganda Yemenite Restaurant (Yemenite) in Tel Aviv.
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Wednesday, 18 February - Digging Israel
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Plant a tree in Israeli soil in honor or in memory of a loved one. At the "Dig
for a Day" program at Beit Guvrin, uncover actual artifacts as you participate in an ongoing archeological dig. "Cave
crawl" also available for the adventurous. Visit the Israel Museum including the new Shrine of the Book; the newly
reopened Model of Jerusalem in the Second Temple Period; the children's wing (optional). Visit Yad Sarah, a facility
that provides free medical supplies for those in need; assist volunteers there in constructing walkers for patients. Free
evening in Jerusalem.
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem.
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| Thursday, 19 February - Freedom Fighters or Fanatics?
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Depart for the Dead Sea Region. Ascend Masada by cable car to take part in a moving Bar/Bat Mitzvah ceremony in
Masada's ancient synagogue or beit midrash. Tour this impressive excavation and discuss the terrible dilemma faced by
its Jewish population during Roman times. Stop for a dip in the amazing Dead Sea. Enjoy a walk through the beautiful
Ein Gedi nature reserve and review the biblical story of kings David and Saul that took place there "on site" (time permitting)
Free evening in Jerusalem.
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Friday, 20 February - Those Who Sacrificed
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Visit the newly-opened state-of-the art Holocaust Memorial Museum and the Children's Memorial at Yad
Vashem (age 12 and up, 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) Take in a truly enjoyable multi-media presentation
about the life of the Father of Modern Zionism at the newly opened Herzl Museum. Visit colorful, bustling Machaneh
Yehuda open-air market, as Jerusalem prepares for Shabbat. Kabbalat Shabbat at Kol Haneshama (if available)
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem.
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| Shabbat, 21 February - Shabbat in Jerusalem - Parashat Shemot
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| Shabbat
services at HUC's synagogue, followed by Kiddush. Shabbat lunch buffet at the hotel - Afternoon at leisure -
Havdalah with Cantor Rica Depart for the airport.
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| Sunday, 22 February - A Temporary Departure
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| Arrive in USA
Begin planning your next Israel trip with Cantor Rica and ITC Tours!
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Temple Beth El's
Family Experience
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February 11 - 22, 2009
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With
Cantor Timman |
Tour Package Includes
- Round trip flights on EL AL New York-Tel Aviv
- 3 nights Dan Panorama Hotel, Haifa
- 6 nights King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
- 16 meals: 9 Israeli buffet breakfasts,
3 Weekday dinners, 2 Shabbat Dinners,
2 Shabbat Lunches dinners.
- 9 Fully days of sightseeing
- Sightseeing per itinerary in a modern
air-conditioned motor coach with panoramic
windows, reclining seats and foot rests.
- Bottle of water and snack bar upon arrival.
- One of Israel’s best English-speaking guide will
be with the group for your entire time in Israel
- Group transfers to the airport with assistance on
arrival and departure
- All Entrance fees per itinerary
- Hotel Taxes
- Porterage
Highlights
- Newly-opened multi-media center ancient Caesaria
- Meet members of Israel's Druze community,
- Havdala service with our sister congregation,
Emet VeShalom in Nahariah
- Mosque of Jazzar in Acco, Tunisian Synagogue,
- Historic Acco, Mystical city of Tzefat
- Shabbat in Haifa at Or Hadash, Shabbat in Jerusalem
- Nachalat Binyamin Tel Aviv,
- Special tour to the Western Wall Tunnels and the City
of David. The new Davidson Center in Jerusalem.
- The new Yad Vashem complex in Jerusalem.
- Haganah pre-State bullet factory
- New multi-media Palmach Museum
- Archeological dig
- Bar/Bat Mitzvah ceremony 'optional'
- Visit Masada and swim in the Dead Sea.
- New Herzl Exhibit
- ITC Color source book and much much more!
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| Don't miss the trip of a lifetime! |
- Payable by cash or check - Land/Air Package $2725*-Land Only $1625.-Single Supp $425
- Credit Card payment Land/Air Package $2835 -Land Only $1690.-Single Supp $442
- Child, age 2-12 as third person in a triple room: subtract $375
- Bar/Bat Mitzvah, age 12-14 as third person in a triple room: subtract $520
- Child, 14-18 as third person in a triple room: subtract $320
- Child reduction in a quad room: subtract $100
- Plus Airport Tax $98,Fuel Surcharge** $295 **Subject to Change Tips for Guide,Driver and Restaurants $105
*Prices are based on a minimum of 20 paying participants, price reduction with 25 or more participants
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ITC Tours
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To reserve space send a $200 deposit per person (Payable to ITC TOURS)
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