| Wednesday, 16 July - Depart USA
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| Overnight flight to Israel
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| Thursday, 17 July - When You Come Into the Land
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Arrive in Israel, to be met and assisted at the airport by your ITC guide
Ascent to Jerusalem. Opening ceremony, lechaim, and shehechianu at the
Tayelet. Take in the breathtaking view of the Temple Mount, as did
Abraham when he contemplated the sacrifice of Isaac
Hotel check-in - Free evening out on the town in Jerusalem
Overnight: Inbal Hotel Jerusalem
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| Friday, 18 July - Jerusalem of Old
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Explore the Southern Wall Excavations and take a virtual, computerized
walk through the Beit Hamikdash at the Davidson Center
Travel through many centuries in a guided visit of the Jewish Quarter,
including excavations of the homes of ancient Temple priests at the
Herodian Mansions. Explore the historical Nahlaot neighborhood with
your guide. Visit the colorful, bustling Machaneh Yehuda open-air market,
as Jerusalem prepares for Shabbat and to buy food for Shabbat
lunch and snacks; enjoy lunch there as well (on one's own)
Prepare for Shabbat, swim. Kabbalat Shabbat at Shira Chadasha with
Rabbi Plotkin - Shabbat dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Inbal Hotel Jerusalem
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Shabbat, 19 July - Shabbat in the Holy City
Parashat Pinhas
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Optional "shul-hopping" with Rabbi Plotkin
Enjoy kiddush with Rabbi Plotkin in his hotel room
Afternoon is at leisure; walk through the city, visit with family and
friends, or just relax by the pool. Havdalah with Rabbi Plotkin
Dinner on your own and enjoy Saturday night on the town
Overnight: Inbal Hotel Jerusalem
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| Sunday, 20 July - Those Who Make a Difference
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Admire the beautiful Chagall Windows at Hadassah Hospital
Visit the Israeli Knesset and focus on Israel's political system
At Har Herzl Military Cemetery encounter the "silver platter" on which
the Jewish people have acquired - and continue to acquire - our state
Visit the new state-of the art Memorial Museum, Children's Memorial,
and Valley of the Communities at Yad Vashem
Free evening in Jerusalem.
Overnight: Inbal Hotel Jerusalem
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| Monday, 21 July - Freedom Fighters or Fanatics?
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Early morning departure for Masada. Ascend Masada by cable car to
tour this magnificent excavation; tour the site and discuss the harrowing
dilemma faced by its Jewish population during Roman times
Take a camel trek through the desert and enjoy a traditional lunch
(kosher, of course) in a Bedouin tent. Stop to enjoy a dip in the Dead
Sea. Late afternoon return to Jerusalem for a free evening
Overnight: Inbal Hotel Jerusalem
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| Tuesday, 22 July - In the Footsteps of Sages and Mystics
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In the Kotel Tunnels, walk alongside the Kotel's massive foundation
stones. Jerusalem for Israel's north - Walk through the fascinating,
underground Roman water system that once fed ancient Caesaria at
Alona Park near Binyamina (strap-on water shoes needed)
Travel to Afula for lunch (on one's own) at the best falafel stand in
Israel!. Visit the Garinei Afula seed-roasting plant to see how the genuine
article is made. Enjoy a relaxing boat ride on the Kinneret, followed
by dinner at the Pagoda Chinese restaurant in Tiberias
Overnight: Kibbutz Lavi Hotel, Tiberias
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| Wednesday, 23 July - The Golan Heights
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Plant a tree in Israeli soil in honor or in memory of a loved one
Taste the fruits of the Golan at the Golan Winery
In Katzrin's Talmudic Village take in a whimsical short film that animates
the famous "tanur shel achnai" story from the Talmud, followed by an
enjoyable follow-up discussion about democracy and Jewish law
Free time for lunch in Katzrin - Travel by jeep "off the beaten track" to
the Golan Heights and gaze down over the Galilee as the Syrians once
did. Walk through the Syrian bunkers and learn how master spy Eli
Cohen revealed their secrets. Enjoy a delicious lakeshore dinner at
Decks Restaurant. Evening: Kabbalah orientation with Rabbi Plotkin
Overnight: Rimon Inn, Tzefat
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| Thursday 24, July - In the Footsteps of Jewish Mystics
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Visit the synagogues, courtyards, and shops of the mystical city of
Tzefat. Stop at the Naot Factory to purchase those famous Israeli sandals.
Glide down Jordan River tributaries in a kayak
Ascend Mount Arbel by donkey and then take in a wonderful view of the
Kinneret area Enjoy klezmer music over dinner at the Bar-El Restaurant
in Tzefat.
Overnight: Rimon Inn, Tzefat
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| Friday 25, July - Northern Trails
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Visit the grave of the Rambam in Tiberias. Begin traveling south
Enjoy a fanciful film about plans to renovate an ancient synagogue, and
examine Beit Alpha's striking mosaic floor. Tour the remarkable excavation
of the ancient Roman city of Beit Shean, including a magnificent
Cardo, many residences, amphitheatre, etc. Stop in modern Beit Shean
for lunch and to buy food and snacks for Shabbat on the way
Continue south for the ascent to Jerusalem. Hotel check-in and prepare
for Shabbat. Kabbalat Shabbat at the Kotel or at a choice of local synagogues.
Shabbat dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Inbal Hotel Jerusalem
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Shabbat 26, July - A Heavenly Shabbat
Parashat Mattot
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Optional shul-hopping with Rabbi Plotkin. Optional visit to one of
Jerusalem's museums (Israel Museum, Bible Lands Museum, Jerusalem
Museum at the Tower of David, etc.) using tickets that are ordered
before Shabbat. (Walking directions will be provided; extra charge for
tickets applies) Shabbat at leisure to visit with friends and family, stroll
through Jerusalem, swim, or relax at the hotel
Havdalah with Rabbi Plotkin - Free evening in Jerusalem
Overnight: Inbal Hotel Jerusalem
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| Sunday 27, July - The Modern Hebrew City
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Depart for the Tel Aviv
area. Climb down into the amazing underground, pre-State bullet factory
built by the Haganah under the noses of the British at the Ayalon
Institute. Stop on the way to visit Ariel, the capital of the Shomron;
meet with Mayor Ron Nachman. At Independence Hall, relive David Ben
Gurion's moving declaration of the State. Free time for lunch at the
Azrielli Mall. Enjoy an extremely impressive presentation of the amazing
achievements of the Palmach at the new multi-media Palmach Museum (if
available) Group dinner at China Lee Restaurant
Evening: Walk through enchanting Old Jaffa, with an opportunity to purchase
a tallit at Gavrielli's
Overnight: Inbal Hotel Jerusalem
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| Monday, 28 July - Israel Then and Now
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Take part in a moving Bar/Bat Mitzvah morning service at Robinson's
Arch, the "Conservative Kotel" Visit Lifeline for the Old, a moving
crafts workshop that employs Jerusalem elderly. Shop for unique handcrafted
Judaica items in their store. Tour the architectural wonder of
the Supreme Court building and learn about Israel's justice system
Travel to Beit Guvrin for "Dig for a Day," to uncover actual artifacts as
you participate in an ongoing archeological dig. Free time for dinner
Overnight: Inbal Hotel Jerusalem
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| Tuesday, 29 July - Digging Israel
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| Breakfast briefing about the current political situation in Israel
Participate in a study session on Jerusalem at the Conservative Yeshiva
and tour the new buildings of the Fuchsburg Center. Visit the newly
opened Menahem Begin Heritage Center for a highly moving and informative
presentation on the life of this inspiring leader. Enjoy the remainder
of the day at leisure for shopping, relaxing. Closing dinner at the hotel
(private room) Farewell to the Kotel on the way to the airport
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| Wednesday 30, July - A Temporary Departure
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| Depart Israel - Begin planning your next Israel trip with
Rabbi Plotkin and ITC Tours!
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Temple Beth Am's
Trip
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July 16 - 30, 2008
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With
Rabbi Paul Plotkin |
Tour Package Includes
- Round trip Flights from FFL to TLV and Return
- Five Star Inbal Hotel Jerusalem, Kibbutz Lavi Hotel, Tiberias, Rimon Inn, Tzefat
- 13 Days of touring with one of Israel’s best Tour Guides - Super Deluxe Air Conditioned Motor Coach
- Daily buffet breakfasts,7 weekday dinners,2 Shabbat dinners, 2 Shabbat lunches, as per itinerary
- Opening ceremony, lechaim, and shehechianu at the Tayelet, Southern Wall Excavations
- Davidson Center,Jewish Quarter, Herodian Mansions, Nahlaot neighborhood, Machaneh Yehuda
- Kabbalat Shabbat at Shira Chadasha "shul-hopping", Kiddush and Havdalah with Rabbi Plotkin
- Chagall Windows at Hadassah Hospital, Knesset, Har Herzl Military Cemetery
- New state-of the art Memorial Museum, Children's Memorial, and Valley of the Communities at Yad Vashem
- Masada, Camel trek, Bedouin tent, Dead Sea, Kotel Tunnels, Alona Park near Binyamina, Afula, Garinei Afula
- Plant a tree in Israeli, Golan Winery, Talmudic Village, Katzrin, Golan Heights, Syrian bunkers
- Kabbalah orientation with Rabbi Plotkin, Naot Factory, Kayaking on the Jordan
- Dig for a Day, Mount Arbel by donkey, Kelzmer music in Tzefat, Ayalon Institute, Ariel
- Independence Hall, Azrielli Mall, Palmach Museum, Old Jaffa, Robinson's Arch
- Lifeline for the Old, Supreme Court, Conservative Yeshiva, Menahem Begin Heritage Center
- Farewell to the Kotel on the way to the airport
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| A GREAT TOUR FILLED WITH MEANINGFUL EXPERIENCES AND FUN ! |
- Land and Air $4355 Land ONLY package: $2995 based on 25 full paying participants
- Land and Air $4245 Land ONLY package, $2880 Based on 30 full paying participants
- Air price $1360 Single Room Supplement: $1020
- Third person over 18 in triple room: subtract $339
- Child, age 2-12 as third person in a triple room: subtract $989
- Bar/Bat Mitzvah, age 12-14 as third person in a triple room: subtract $1165
- Child, 14-18 as third person in a triple room: subtract $791
- Plus Airport Tax $98,*Fuel Surcharge $140 Tips for Guide and Driver $95 *Fuel subject to change
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