| Sunday, 27 July - USA Departure
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| Monday, 28 July - When You Come Into the Land
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(Deut. 26:1) Morning arrival (ideally) in Israel, to
be met and assisted by your ITC representative
at Ben Gurion Airport. See ancient history come
to life at the newly-opened multi-media center
against the backdrop of ancient Caesaria.
Excavations include an impressive amphitheatre
and aqueduct. Explore the fascinating sarcophagi
of Beit Shearim, where sages from the Mishna
were buried. Hotel check-in and welcome dinner
Overnight: Kibbutz Nof Ginnosar Guest House,
North
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| Tuesday, 29 July - In the Footsteps of Philanthropists, Mystics, and Pioneers
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In Tiberias, visit Dona Gracia House to become
acquainted with the fascinating life of this 16th
century Jewish heroine and Tiberias financial
leader Tour the synagogues, courtyards, and
shops of the mystical city of Tzefat. 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. 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. Taste the fruits of the region in
the form of award-winning wines at the Golan
Winery. Free evening in Tiberias
Overnight: Kibbutz Nof Ginnosar Guest House,
North
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| Wednesday, 30 July - Foundations of the Modern State
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Travel south, along Israel's newest highway, to
the city of Tel Aviv. At Independence Hall, relive
Ben Gurion's moving declaration of the State
Enjoy an extremely impressive overview of the
amazing achievements of the Palmach at the
recently opened multi-media exposition at the
Palmach Museum. Explore the alleyways, art galleries,
and market stalls of Old Jaffa, once the
gateway to Eretz Yisrael 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
Hotel check-in. Free evening in Jerusalem
Overnight: King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
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| Thursday, 31 July - Freedom Fighters or Fanatics?
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Early ascent to Masada by cable car for a tour of
this magnificent excavation and a discussion of
the place of its harrowing story in modern Israeli
society. Spend some time today at a Dead Sea
resort hotel, enjoying its spa facilities, lunch, and
the amazing Dead Sea. Enjoy a walk through the
Ein Gedi nature reserve and stop to study biblical
stories of the struggles between kings Saul and
David OR Visit the excavation of Kumran, home of
the mysterious ancient sect that authored the
Dead Sea scrolls
Return to Jerusalem for a free evening
Overnight: King Solomon, Jerusalem
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| Friday, 1 August - Those Who Made a Difference
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Visit the new, state-of-the art Holocaust
Memorial Museum and the Children's Memorial at
Yad Vashem (age 12 and up only)
Visit the multi-media Herzl Exhibit, where the
Father of Modern Zionism and his untiring quest
are "brought to life" before your eyes (if available)
Walk through bustling Machaneh Yehuda
open-air market, as Jerusalem prepares for
Shabbat Kabbalat Shabbat at the Kotel or at
Robinson's Arch
Shabbat dinner at the hotel
Overnight: King Solomon, Jerusalem
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| Shabbat, 2 August - Shabbat in Jerusalem - Parashat Massei
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Shabbat services at a choice of local synagogues
(suggestions, walking instructions to be provided)
Shabbat lunch at the hotel
Afternoon walking tour of Ketef Hinom and
Mishkenot She'ananim
Havdalah
Free evening in Jerusalem
Overnight: King Solomon, Jerusalem
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| Sunday, 3 August - In-Depth in Jerusalem
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| Drive along Jerusalem's former border with
Jordan, pre-1967. At Ammunition Hill learn about
the fierce Six Day War battle for Jerusalem
that took place there. Enter the Old City of
Jerusalem and travel through many centuries as
you explore the Jewish Quarter with your guide,
including entrance to the Herodian Mansions.
Walk alongside the Kotel's massive foundation
stones in the Kotel Tunnels
Tour the Southern Wall Excavations and experience
a multi-media, virtual tour of the ancient
Temple at the Davidson Center
Enjoy a festive farewell dinner at the hotel
Depart for the airport
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| Monday, 4 August - A Temporary Departure
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| Arrive in USA
Begin planning your next Israel trip with
Rabbi Schechter and ITC Tours!
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Congregation B'nai Israel's
Tour
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July 27- August 4, 2008
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With
Rabbi John Shechter |
Tour Package Includes
- Roundtrip Air - EWR - Tel Aviv- EWR - 9 Nights Hotels including late check out
- Deluxe accommodations - Kibbutz Nof Ginnosar Guest House North, King Solomon Hotel, Jerusalem
- 7 Days of touring with one of Israel's best Tour Guides - Super Deluxe Air Conditioned Motor Coach
- Daily buffet breakfasts, Lunch and Dinners, as per itinerary
- Opening ceremony at a scenic overlook in Caesaria ,Beit Shearim, Dona Gracia House, Tzefat,
- Golan Heights, Har Bental, Golan Winery, Independence Hall, Palmach Museum,
- Old Jaffa, Tayelet, Masada Dead Sea resort spa , Swim in the Dead Sea
- Ein Gedi nature reserve ,Kumran, Yad Vashem, Herzl Exhibit, Machaneh Yehuda
- Kabbalat Shabbat at the Kotel or at Robinson's Arch,
- Shabbat walking tour of Ketef Hinom and Mishkenot She'ananim
- Havdalah under the Stars with Rabbi Schechter
- Understand the Security Wall, Border with Jordan, Ammunition Hill, Old City of Jerusalem, Jewish Quarter,
- Herodian Mansions, Kotel Tunnels, Southern Wall Excavations. Davidson Center
- ITC Source Book
- A fun filled spiritual adventure and Much Much More !!
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| A GREAT TOUR FILLED WITH MEANINGFUL EXPERIENCES AND FUN ! |
- Land and Air Package $3189 - Land Only $1785 per person in a double room
- Single room supplement $425
- Third person over 18 in triple room: subtract $95
- Child, age 2-18 as third person in a triple room: subtract $195
- Bar/Bat Mitzvah, age 12-13 as third person in a triple room: subtract $250
- Plus Airport Tax $98, Fuel Surcharge** $195 Tips for Guide and Driver $90
- **Fuel Surcharge Subject to change
*Prices are based on a minimum of 15 participants
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