| Wednesday, 23 June - Depart USA - Overnight flight to Israel |
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| Thursday, 24 June - When You Come Into the Land
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Arrive in Israel to be met and assisted at the airport by your ITC representative.
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 | |
| Friday, 25 June - Those Who Made a Difference
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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 Visit the colorful, bustling
Machaneh Yehuda open-air market, as Jerusalem prepares for Shabbat
and to by food for Shabbat lunch and snacks; enjoy lunch (on one's own)
Prepare for Shabbat, swim - Kabbalat Shabbat at the Kotel or Shira
Chadasha with Rabbi Plotkin - Shabbat dinner at the hotel
Overnight: Inbal Hotel, Jerusalem | |
| Shabbat, 26 June - Shabbat in the Holy City Parashat Balak
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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 | |
| Sunday, 27 June - Jerusalem of Old |
Visit the Israeli Knesset and
focus on Israel's political system. In the Kotel Tunnels, walk alongside
the Kotel's massive foundation stones. Explore the Southern Wall
Excavations and take a virtual, computerized walk through the Beit
Hamikdash at the Davidson Center. 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 time for dinner
(on one's own)
Overnight: Inbal Hotel, Jerusalem | |
| Monday, 28 June - Freedom Fighters or Fanatics? |
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. Free time for dinner (on one's own)
Overnight: Inbal Hotel, | |
| Tuesday, 29 June - In the Footsteps of Sages and Mystics
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Take a brief tour of the Fuchsberg Center for Conservative Judaism
Admire the beautiful Chagall Windows at Hadassah Hospital
Depart Jerusalem for Israel's north - 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
Explore the magnificently excavated ancient city of Tzippori, home to
Rabbi Judah the Prince. Dinner at the Pagoda Chinese restaurant in
Tiberias.
Overnight: Kibbutz Lavi Hotel, Tiberias | |
| Wednesday, 30 June - The Golan Heights. |
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. Free time for lunch (on
one's own) in Katzrin. Visit Gamla, called the "Masada of the North" and
learn more about its valiant story at the Golan Antiquities Museum.
Taste the fruits of the Golan at the Golan Winery. Enjoy a relaxing boat
ride on the Kinneret, followed by dinner at the Decks Restaurant.
Evening: Kabbalah orientation with Rabbi Plotkin.
Overnight: Rimon Inn,
Tzefat | |
| Thursday 1, July - In the Footsteps of Jewish Mystics
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Visit the synagogues, courtyards, and shops of the mystical city of
Tzefat. Meet with kabbalistic artist, David Friedman, in his studio for a
look at Kabbalah through the prism of his paintings. Stop at the Naot
Factory to purchase those famous Israeli sandals (time permitting)
Ascend Mount Arbel by donkey and then take in a wonderful view of the
Kinneret area. Enjoy a special gourmet dinner at Makom Besejera
Overnight: Rimon Inn, Tzefat | |
| Friday 2, July - Northern Trails. |
Optional outing for men: immerse in the mikveh of the Ari z"l. Visit the grave of the Rambam in Tiberias.
Enjoy an "supermarket sweep" activity (ITC program) in Tiberias to learn
about modern Israeli "food culture" while purchasing fixings for a picnic
lunch and snacks for Shabbat. 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. Continue south for the ascent to
Jerusalem. Hotel check-in and prepare for Shabbat. Kabbalat Shabbat
at the Kotel or Shira Chadasha with Rabbi Plotkin.
Shabbat dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Inbal Hotel, Jerusalem | |
| Shabbat 3, July - A Heavenly Shabbat - Parashat Pinhas
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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 | |
| Sunday 4, July - The Modern Hebrew City. |
Depart for Ariel; to tour its adjacent IDF base with the base commander and then meet with Mayor
Ron Nachman. Enjoy an extremely impressive presentation of the amazing
achievements of the Palmach at the new multi-media Palmach Museum.
At Independence Hall, relive David Ben Gurion's moving declaration of
the State. Group dinner at Maganda in the Yemenite Quarter. Evening:
Walk through enchanting Old Jaffa, with an opportunity to purchase a
tallit at Gavrielli's.
Overnight: Inbal Hotel, Jerusalem | |
| Monday, 5 July - Digging Israel. Take part in a moving Bar/Bat Mitzvah
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Morning service at Robinson's Arch, the "Conservative Kotel". Tour the
architectural wonder of the Supreme Court building and learn about
Israel's justice system. Climb down into the amazing underground, pre-
State bullet factory built by the Haganah under the noses of the British
at the Ayalon Institute. 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 in Jerusalem
Overnight: Inbal Hotel, Jerusalem | |
| Tuesday, 6 July - Building the State - Visit the newly opened Menahem
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Begin Heritage Center for a highly moving and informative presentation
on the life of this inspiring leader. Visit Lifeline for the Old, a moving
crafts workshop that employs Jerusalem elderly. Shop for unique handcrafted
Judaica items in their store. Enjoy the remainder of the day at
leisure for shopping, relaxing. Closing dinner at the hotel with musical
entertainment (private room) Farewell to the Kotel
Depart for airport for
our trip back home - 11:50PM flight
Late check out - Inbal Hotel, Jerusalem | |
| Wednesday 7, July - A Temporary Departure. Morning arrival USA
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Begin planning your next Israel trip with Rabbi Plotkin and ITC Tours!
| Itinerary is Subject to Change |
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TEMPLE BETH AM's
Congregational Trip to Israel
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June 23 - July 7, 2010
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With
Rabbi Paul Plotkin |
Tour Package Includes
- Roundtrip air FLL - TEL AVIV - FLL
- 13 Nights Hotels including late check out
- 5 Star Deluxe Inbal Hotel, Jerusalem Rimon Inn, Tzefat, Kibbutz Lavi Hotel, Tiberias
- 13 Days of touring with Rabbi Plotkin and one of Israel's best Tour Guide Educators
- Deluxe Air Conditioned Motor Coach
- Daily buffet breakfasts, 5 Week Day Dinners, 2 Shabbat Dinners and Lunches as per itinerary
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| A GREAT TOUR FILLED WITH MEANINGFUL EXPERIENCES AND FUN ! |
- Land Only $3795 Per person in a double room based on 15 participants - $3595 based on 20 participants
- Single room supplement $1395 - Third person over 18 in triple room: subtract $225
- Child, age 2-12 as third person in a triple room: subtract $1210
- Bar/Bat Mitzvah, age 12-13 as third person in a triple room: subtract $1455
- Child, 14-18 as third person in a triple room: subtract $1010
- Round Trip Air $1078 plus Airport Tax and Fuel Surcharge $438 ** =Total $1516
**fuel surcharge is subject to change
- Not included but added to tour price Tips for Guide, Driver, Restaurants and Porterage $195 Child Tips $95 under 16
*Prices are based on a minimum of 15 participants - Reduction in prices at 20 Full paying participants
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