Adath Emanu-El Explore Israel
Led by Rabbi Benjamin David
June 25 – July 6, 2016
Saturday, 25 June – Depart USA
Sunday, 26 June – Going up into the Land
 Arrive in Israel to be met and assisted by your ITC representative (today’s
program depends on arrival time)
 Tour the alleys of Old Jaffa, the ancient port city once known as the Gate of
Zion. Shekhiyanu/Welcome ceremony on top of Tel Jaffa overlooking modern
Tel Aviv.
 Proceed to check-in at Herods Hotel on Tel Aviv's Mediterranean Coast.
 Welcome dinner and orientation at Maganda restuarant.
 Overnight: Herods Hotel, Tel Aviv
Monday, 27 June – The Hebrew City and the Jewish State
 Walking tour of historic "Little Tel Aviv" - Discover the quaint Neve Tzeddek
neighbourhood that gave birth to the "first Hebrew city in 2,000 years".
 Relive David Ben Gurion declaring the new State of Israel at Independence
Hall.
 Stroll down Rothschild Boulevard to view the Bauhaus architecture for which
central Tel Aviv was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
 Lunch on own.
 Travel to Rehovot for a guided tour of the Ayalon Institute – a clandestine
bullet factory used by the Jewish underground before the founding of the
State of Israel.
 Free time to swim in the Mediterranean Sea and enjoy beach side Promenade.
 Dinner at the Kapiche Restaurant in Old Jaffa Port, where the waiters are
deaf and you must communicate with sign language.
 Continue to the adjacent Nalagaat Theater for a performance of "Not by Bread
Alone" performed by blind and deaf actors to discover a world that is not cut
off.
 Overnight: Herods Hotel, Tel Aviv
Tuesday, 28 June – Cradles of Jewish Civilization in the Galilee
 Depart for northern Israel.
 Visit the Atlit Detention Camp where the British intered Jewish
refugees caught trying to enter Palestine "illegally" in the 1940's.
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Lunch on own.
Explore ancient Tzippori and study Jewish texts in the ruins of the city where
Rabbi Judah Hanasi sealed the Mishna. Discover its magnificent mosaics,
including Mona Lisa of the Galilee and ponder why an ancient synagogue has a
wheel of the zodiac.
Tour the old synagogues and picturesque alleyways of the mystical city of Tzfat
and discover where Lecha Dodi was written. Visit the studio of a Kabbalistic
artist.
Proceed to check-in at Kibbutz Ginosar Hotel.
Dinner at hotel
Overnight: Kibbutz Ginosar Hotel.
Wednesday, 29 June – Geopolitics and Nature in the Strategic Golan
Heights
 Fun Jeep ride up into the Golan Heights.
 Tour the Golan Heights for a perspective on Israel's complex geopolitics
as we visit former Syrian bunkers overlooking Israel and strategic Mt.
Bental.
 Please choose one of the following two "touring and tasting" options.
Both located on nearby Kibbutz Ein Zivan (Possibility of splitting the
group):
 Chocolate making workshop at the De Karina Chocolate Factory.
 OR: Guided tour of the boutique Bahat Winery including wine tasting.
 Lunch on own.
 Drive south across the Golan Heights to Gamla to hear the story of its dramatic
siege by the Romans and hopefully see magnificant griffon vultures soaring above.
 Return to Ginosar.
 Dinner at hotel.
 Overnight: Kibbutz Ginosar Hotel
Thursday, 30 June – Across Israel: A Multicultural Jewish Society
 Discover Ethiopian Jewish culture at the Gemarchin Center in Beit
Shean.
 Lunch at Germarchin Center.
 Continue south through the Jordan Valley and ascend to Jerusalem.
 Guided tour of Jewish Quarter including the Cardo, Broad Wall and
Rooftops followed by free time to shop and explore on own.
 Check-in to Jerusalem hotel (either Prima Kings Hotel or Mt. Zion Hotel).
 Overnight: Jerusalem
Friday, 1 July – Holocaust, Remembrance and Continuity
 Guided tour of Yad Vashem Israel's national Holocaust memorial and
museum, including the Historical Museum and Children’s Memorial.
(Children under age 10 are not permitted in Yad Vashem's historical
museum).
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Alternate program for younger children: Visit Jerusalem's Biblical Zoo,
where you'll see animals which lived in Israel during biblical times.
(Children must be accompanied by an adult. Zoo visit not included in the
tour price).
Explore the raucous Machane Yehuda Market and take in a slice of local
life as you see Jerusalemites prepare for Shabbat. On the way, tour the
nearby picturesque Nachalaot neighborhoods.
Free time to relax and prepare for Shabbat.
Friday evening: Greet the Sabbath at the Ezrat Yisrael section of the
Western Wall
in front of Robinson's Arch, where men and women can stand together.
Festive Shabbat Dinner at hotel
Overnight: Jerusalem
Saturday, 2 July – And on the Seventh Day… in Jerusalem
 Shabbat morning services at a Hebrew Union College.
 Late morning visit to the Tower of David Museum to explore its
exhibits, medieval courtyard and enjoy a stunning panoramic view from its
roof.
 Traditional Shabbat Lunch at hotel.
 Late afternoon walking tour to the historic Montefiore Windmill to
discover the first neighbourhood built outside the walls of the Old City.
 AND/OR: Walking tour to First Temple period burial site at Ketef
Hinnom – Where archaeologists discovered the oldest biblical text ever
found.
 Discussion of weekly Torah portion with Rabbi David.
 Free evening.
 Dinner on own.
 Recommendation for the evening: Visit the First Station Compound,
Jerusalem's restored Ottoman railway station turned restaurant - cafe
area.
 Overnight: Jerusalem
Sunday, 3 July – The Old City of Jerusalem – An Ancient Jewish Legacy
 Lookout over Old City of Jerusalem from the Haas Promenade in Armon
Hanatziv.
 Please choose one of the following ancient Jerusalem touring options
for the group:
 Explore the City of David using the Bible and archaeology to make
Jerusalem's stones tell the story of the city's ancient past. Wade
through Hezekiah's Tunnel – An ancient water system that saved the
city of Jerusalem 2,700 years ago (dry option available).
 AND/OR: Discover the archaeological story of the Western Wall and
episodes from rabbinic texts while standing where Jewish pilgrims walked
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2,000 years ago at Robinson's Arch and the Southern Wall
Excavations.
Lunch on own.
Engage in a hands on tzedakah project preparing food packages for
some of Israel's neediest people at Pantry Packers logistical center.
Discover the story of Zionism's founding father Theodore Herzl at the
multimedia Herzl Museum, followed by a meaningful visit to the adjacent
Mt Herzl Cemetery.
Dinner on own in Jerusalem's Mamilla Quarter.
Watch the Night Spectacular – Sound and light show at the Tower of David.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Monday, 4 July – Masada and the Dead Sea: Freedom Fighters or
Fanatics?
 Set out across the Judean Desert and ascend Masada by cable car to tour the
ruins of Herod's palace and the last outpost of Jewish independence 2,000
years ago. Discussion: Which Jewish Legacy – Masada or Yavne?
 Swim in the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth, at a local resort. The resort
also has a fresh water pool and spa facilities. Massage and spa treatments
available by prior reservation at own expense.
 Lunch at Dead Sea resort.
 Time permitting: Walk in Ein Gedi Nature Reserve - Opportunity to bath in
waterfalls and hear how David hid there from King Saul.
 Stop off at "Abraham's Tent" for a Camel ride and biblical dinner before
returning to Jerusalem.
 Free evening.
 Overnight: Jerusalem
Tuesday, 5 July – Modern Israel's Realities and Wrapping Up
 Travel to Beit Guvrin in the Judean Lowlands to participate in a hands on
archaeological excavation with Dig for a Day.
 Lunch on own.
 Continue to Rehovot for a guided tour of the Ayalon Institute – a clandestine
bullet factory used by the Jewish underground before the founding of the
State of Israel.
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Late afternoon visit to the Israel Museum to see the Dead Sea Scrolls
in the Shrine of the Book and model of Second Temple period Jerusalem.
Free time to explore other exhibits on own.
Free evening.
Dinner on own.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Wednesday, 6 July – Modern Israel's Realities and Wrapping Up
 Briefing on Israeli Politics and Religious Freedom by Anat Hoffman,
executive director of the Israel Religious Action Center.
 Check-out from the hotel.
 Geopolitical tour of Jerusalem – Opportunity to examine critical issues
impacting on the city first hand beyond what you read in the newspapers.
 Visit Yad Lakashish, a unique employment project helping Jerusalem's
elderly, including a stop in its shop "where shopping is a mitzvah!"
 Afternoon free to explore on your, relax, pack and last minute shopping.
 Farewell Dinner.
 Transfer to Ben Gurion Airport – See you again soon!
Thursday, 7 July - Arrive in USA
 Begin planning next Israel trip with Rabbi David and ITC Tours!
Eilat/Petra Tour Extension
Wednesday, 6 July – Remaining in Israel!
 Overnight: Jerusalem
Thursday, 7 July – Eilat on the Red Sea
 Morning airport transfer for domestic flight to Eilat
 Visit to the underwater observatory.
 Lunch on own.
 Leisure time to swim or snorkel at the Coral Beach Nature Reserve.
 Dinner on own.
 Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel, Eilat
Friday, 8 July – The Wonders of Petra
 Early departure for Petra to explore the amazing decorated red rock
formations of the ancient Nabateans. Enter Jordan at the Arava Crossing and
travel by bus (approx. 2.5 hours) to the ruins of Petra, magnificantly carved out
of the red sandstone. Tour the "treasury", Roman theatre, caves and rock
formations of this impressive Nabatean City, buffet lunch included.
 Overnight: Dan Panorama Hotel, Eilat
Saturday, 9 July – Tel Aviv
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Morning departure on domestic flight to Tel Aviv
Leisure time to explore Tel Aviv, swim and enjoy coastal Promenade.
Delicious farewell dinner at local restaurant.
Transfer to Ben Gurion Airport – See you again soon!
Sunday, 10 July – Arrive U.S.A.
Pricing on Next page
PRICES FOR THE ABOVE TOUR
Land and Air Packages, Based on the number of travelers.
Below please find our rates for the above group, per person sharing double room,
according to number of persons per vehicle.
Rates based on attached itinerary and are valid for period:
JUNE 26-JULY 6, 2016 + LATE CHECK OUT ON JULY 6
KINDLY NOTE THAT WE ARE NOT HOLDING ROOMS.
The below rates are based on the following hotels subject
June 26-28, 2016
Herod’s, Tel Aviv
June 28-30, 2016
Nof Ginossar- DLX
June 30- July 6, 2016
Prima Kings, Jerusalem
+LATE CHECK OUT ON JULY 6
to availability:
Herod’s Tel Aviv
Nof Ginossar- DLX
Mount Zion, Jerusalem
15-19 pax + 1 free sharing double room =
20-24 pax + 1 free sharing double room =
25-29 pax + 1 free sharing double room =
30-34 pax + 1 free sharing double room =
35-39 pax + 1 free sharing double room =
40-44 pax + 1 free sharing double room =
45+ pax + 1 free sharing double room =
Single room supplement = USD
$3195
$3095
$2995
$2895
$2795
$2655
$2695
$740
$3595
$3425
$3325
$3255
$3155
$3125
$3085
$1055
Reduction 3rd pax adults = USD
$300
$640
$600
$750
$560
$650
Reduction 3rd pax child up to 12 years
child sharing with parents = USD
Reduction 3rd pax child up to 18 years
child sharing with parents = USD
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Reduction 3rd pax Bar Mitzvah child
sharing with parents = USD
Reduction 3rd or 4th child sharing with
Parents in QUAD
 NO QUADS AT HEROD’S TA
$620
$850
$190
$220
Flights (NB: Rates are estimates The total land and air price may increase based on any
increases in airfare at time of booking, and depend on when booked and contract
received from the airline; fuel surcharges are subject to fluctuation; Airlines only
allow hold group space up until 90 days before departure, after which air prices are
subject to change; tour companies have only very limited control over group seating on
flights.)
 USA from PHL
 OR: EL AL from Newark including a bus from Temple to EWR and return.
Please book directly with Mark in ITC’s NJ office: 800-2-ISRAEL, 973-535-2575
Quote Includes:
 Meeting and assistance on arrival and departure at Ben Gurion Airport by
Diesenhaus Unitours representative.
 Porterage at airport and hotels
 Touring in Air-conditioned vehicle as per attached itinerary.
 Transfers arrival & departure
 Sightseeing with English speaking guide through
 Entrance fees as per indicated in your itinerary
 1 small bottle of mineral water & snack upon arrival
 Frees as mentioned above * maximum 4 frees
 Hostess in JLM as from 25 pax
Meal arrangements:
 10 nights' hotel accommodation at the above-mentioned hotels, on Bed &
Breakfast basis + L.C.O on July 6
 June 26- dinner Maganda
 June 27- dinner & performance Na Laga’at
 June 28- dinner at hotel
 June 29- dinner at hotel
 June 30- lunch Germachin Center
 July 2- Shabbat dinner at hotel
 July 3- Shabbat lunch at hotel
 July 4- Lunch & swim Crowne Plaza, Dead Sea
 July 4- Dinner & Camels Genesis Land
 July 6- Farewell dinner Hehatzer
RATES DO NOT INCLUDE:
 Expenses of a personal nature
 Airport taxes, border taxes, visa fees,
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Tips to driver, guide, hotel and restaurant staff.
Any meals and beverages not mention in this offer.
General Remarks:
 Please note that the number of single rooms that can be confirmed as per
the single room supplement stated above is limited to 10% of total number
of confirmed rooms.
If you need further assistance or information, please do not hesitate to contact
us.
Your Friends at ITC
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