| Saturday night, 16 August - USA Departure
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| Sunday, 17 August - When You Come Into the Land
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Late afternoon arrival at Ben Gurion International Airport to
be met and assisted by your ITC guide. Travel north along
Israel's newest highway, with a view of the Security Fence
along the way. Hotel check-in and welcome dinner
Overnight: Kibbutz Ein Gev Guest House
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| Monday, 18 August - Tiberias and the Golan Heights
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Take a really fun and somewhat challenging hike down the face
of Mount Arbel (suitable for most average-good walkers)
Travel to the Golan Heights by jeep, off the beaten track,
and stop to gaze down over the Galilee as the Syrians once
did. Free time for lunch (on one's own) in Katzrin, capital of
the Golan. 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. Return to the hotel for a Lake
Kinneret swim. Dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Kibbutz Ein Gev Guest House
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| Tuesday, 19 August - In the Footsteps of Sages and Mystics
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Enjoy a family "scavenger hunt" activity (ITC program) in the
magnificently excavated ancient city of Tzippori, home to
Rabbi Judah the Prince. Tour the courtyards, synagogues, and
alleyways of the mystical city of Tzefat
Optional: Take part in a family crafts activity (pottery, beadwork,
weaving, paper-making) in Tzefat's artist colony
Glide down Jordan River tributaries in a kayak
Free evening on the Tiberias boardwalk
Overnight: Kibbutz Ein Gev Guest House, Tiberias
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| Wednesday, 20 August - Layers of History
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Depart for Israel's coastal region
Meet members of Israel's Druze community in Dalyat al
Karmel, hear about their fierce patriotism, and enjoy their
warm hospitality. Visit the wonderful excavations of ancient
Caesarea, including an impressive amphitheatre and aqueduct
and the newly-opened multi-media center, where ancient history
comes to life. Optional: Enjoy snorkeling among
Caesarea's ancient submerged ruins (on one's own) OR browse
Caesarea's seaside shops. Continue south for the ascent to
Jerusalem. Take in a breathtaking view of the Old City of
Jerusalem from Mount Scopus
Hotel check-in and free evening in Jerusalem
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Thursday, 21 August - Jerusalem of Old
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In the Kotel Tunnels, walk alongside the Western Wall's massive
foundation stones. Explore the Southern Wall Excavations
and take a virtual "tour" of the ancient Temple Mount at the
Davidson Center. Free time for lunch (on one's own) and shopping
in the Cardo. Go way back in time to King David's
Jerusalem in David's City and enjoy sloshing through
Hezekiah's water tunnel (strap-on water shoes and flashlights
needed) Free evening in Jerusalem
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Friday, 22 August - Digging Israel
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Plant a tree in Israeli soil, in honor or in memory of a loved
one. At Archeological Seminar's "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. " Return to Jerusalem
Walk through colorful, bustling Mahaneh Yehudah Market as
Jerusalem prepares for Shabbat (time permitting)
Hotel check-in to prepare for Shabbat
Shabbat evening services at the Kotel or at a synagogue of
your choice (suggestions to be provided)
Shabbat dinner at the hotel
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Shabbat, 23 August - Shabbat in Jerusalem
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Shabbat services at the synagogue of your choice
Shabbat lunch at the hotel - Shabbat rest
Take a "Walk on the Walls" of the Old City of Jerusalem for
a birds-eye, rooftop view into its different neighborhoods;
continue to explore the Old City's colorful quarters
Havdalah with Rabbi Lieberman - Free evening in Jerusalem
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Sunday, 24 August - Freedom Fighters or Fanatics?
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Early departure for the Dead Sea Region
Climb the snake path to the desert fortress of Masada; tour
this magnificent excavation and discuss the terrible dilemma
faced by its Jewish population during Roman times
Enjoy a walk through the beautiful Ein Gedi nature reserve
and review the biblical story of kings David and Saul "on site"
Stop for a dip and mud baths in the amazing Dead Sea
Take a camel trek through the desert at Genesis Land
Free evening in Jerusalem
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Monday, 25 August - Those Who Sacrificed
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At Ammunition Hill learn about the fierce Six Day War battle
for Jerusalem that took place there
Take in a truly enjoyable multi-media presentation about the
life of the Father of Modern Zionism at the newly opened
Herzl Exhibit. Visit the new state-of-the-art Memorial
Museum, Children's Memorial, and Valley of the Communities
at Yad Vashem (12 and over only) Alternative for younger
children (while adults go through Yad Vashem on their own):
Visit the children's memorial at Yad Vashem and the Avenue
of the Righteous Gentiles; view the many outdoor sculptures
throughout Yad Vashem with your guide, and draw your own
picture about the site. Free evening in Jerusalem
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Tuesday, 26 August - Foundations of the Modern State
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| Explore Old Jaffa, where many early immigrants began their
lives in Israel; enjoy exploring "Shuk Hapishpishim," a Middle
Eastern-type flea market. 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 (if available)
OR Climb down into the amazing underground, pre-State bullet
factory built by the Haganah under the noses of the British
at the Ayalon Institute - Farewell dinner at a Yemenite
Restaurant. Depart for the airport
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| Wednesday, 27 August - A Temporary Departure
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| Return to the USA
Begin planning your next Israel trip with Rabbi Lieberman and
ITC Tours!
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Kol HaNeshamah's
Intergenerational Family Trip
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August 16 - 27, 2008
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With
Rabbi Phil Lieberman |
Tour Package Includes
- Roundtrip EL-AL Air from EWR Airport to Ben Gurion Airport in Israel
- King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem- Kibbutz Ein Gev Guest House
- One of Israel's Top Tour Guides and Drivers will be with you the entire trip
- All Breakfasts, Four Dinners and Shabbat Lunch
- Arrival at Ben Gurion International Airport to be met and assisted by your ITC guide,
- Understanding the need for the Security Fence, Hike down the face of Mount Arbel,
- Golan Heights by jeep, Katzrin, Har Bental, Lake Kinneret swim, Tzippori, Family crafts activity,
- Tzefat's artist colony, Glide down Jordan River in a kayak, Tiberias boardwalk, Druze community,
- Dalyat al Karmel, Caesarea, Enjoy snorkeling among Caesarea's ancient submerged ruins
- Browse Caesarea's seaside shops, Mount Scopus, Kotel Tunnels, Southern Wall Excavations,
- Davidson Center, Cardo, David's City, Hezekiah's water tunnel, Plant a tree in Israeli soil,
- "Dig for a Day" archeological dig. "Cave crawl" Mahaneh Yehudah Market, Shabbat at the Kotel,
- "Walk on the Walls" of the Old City of Jerusalem, Havdalah with Rabbi Lieberman, Masada; Ein Gedi
- Dead Sea, Camel Trek through the desert at Genesis Land, Ammunition Hill, Herzl Exhibit, New Yad
- Vashem Museum, Avenue of the Righteous Gentiles; Old Jaffa,"Shuk Hapishpishim,"
- Independence Hall, Palmach Museum, Ayalon Institute and Much Much More!!!
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| A GREAT TOUR FILLED WITH MEANINGFUL EXPERIENCES AND FUN ! |
- Land/Air Package $3070*
- Land Only $1755
- Single Supp $435
- EL-AL Adult Air $1100 - Child Under 12 EL-AL Air $880
- Third person over 18 in triple room: subtract $106
- Child, age 2-18 as third person in a triple room: subtract $248
- Bar/Bat Mitzvah, age 12-13 as third person in a triple room: subtract $338
- Plus Airport Tax $90,Fuel Surcharge** $120 **Subject to Change Tips for Guide,Driver and Restaurants $120
*Prices are based on a minimum of 30 participants
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