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| • Touchdown at Ben Gurion International AirportIsrael's only international gateway. • Before clearing passport control a VIPIsraelDont Just See It... VIP It! representative will be waiting to welcome you. He will facilitate passport control, luggage identification and handling; then escort you through customs and to your awaiting guide and deluxe vehicle. • Ascend to JerusalemThe capital of Israel. • Transfer to the David Citadel Hotel, JerusalemThe capital of Israel for check-in. • Enjoy the rest of the evening in leisure. • You may like to take a walk down Ben Yehuda StreetJerusalem's Outdoor Pedestrian Mall. On Saturday nights, Ben Yehuda StreetJerusalem's Outdoor Pedestrian Mall is one of the favorite gathering places for many young Jerusalemites. There are many artists displaying their jewelry and crafts, as well as many wonderful sidewalk cafes. Overnight: David Citadel, JerusalemThe capital of Israel |
| • After breakfast, drive to JerusalemThe capital of Israel's Old CityThe Holiest Center in the World for a privately guided tour of the archaeological discoveries excavated in the Western Wall Tunnelslabyrinth of passageways at the Temple Mount. • Inside, a most interesting model shows the different dwelling periods and history of the inhabitants of JerusalemThe capital of Israel. Stand on the site believed to be the nearest spot to the “Holy of HoliesThe room in the Jewish Temple where the Ark of the Covenant stood. • Enjoy a visit to the Davidson CenterThe Jerusalem Archaeological Park – the newly opened visitor’s center is located at the JerusalemThe capital of Israel Archaeological Park. • The Southern Wallone of the most important archeological projects in recent history Excavations has unearthed some of the most important archaeological discoveries, which proves this is one of the key areas of JerusalemThe capital of Israel. • We will then tour JerusalemThe capital of Israel’s Jewish Quarter, which was reconstructed after the city was unified at the conclusion of the Six-Day War. • A special point of interest in the restored Jewish Quarter is the “CardoThe heart of Jerusalem's Old City Jewish quarter”, meaning the “heart” of this ancient Byzantine City. View the unearthed main Roman thoroughfare and an ancient marketplace lined with columns. • Nearby, see the Hurva SynagogueThe main synagogue in Jerusalem from the 16th to the 20th century. • Enjoy dinner at the Olive Meat Bar RestaurantQuaint Jerusalem restaurant in JerusalemThe capital of Israel's Emek RefaimThe German Colony of Jerusalem, a great area for dining & shopping. Overnight: David Citadel Hotel, JerusalemThe capital of Israel |
| • After breakfast, start your day with a tour of the new Yad VashemHolocaust Museum in Jerusalem, the memorial to the six million innocent victims of the Holocaust. • Walk through the Museum escorted by a holocaust survivor, who will share his personal story with us. • Visit the famous and quite remarkable Israel Museum. View the Dead Sea Scrolls, which are housed in The Shrine of the BookHome to the Dead Sea Scrolls, a specially built structure that is an architectural masterpiece. • Enjoy a delicious dinner at Yoja Japanese RestaurantYoJa - wonderful Japanese restaurant in Jerusalem. Overnight: David Citadel Hotel, JerusalemThe capital of Israel |
• Early morning departure to the Dead Sea area, traveling south through the Judean Wilderness. • Arrive at MasadaAncient Fort on the shores of the Dead Sea. Ascend the cliff top fortress by cable car. Explore the ancient remains of fortifications, King HerodA notorious king, ruled in the time of the second temple's palaces, storerooms and baths. Descend by cable car. It is also possible to ascend or descend on foot via the old Roman RampWall erected by the Romans in 72 CE or snake path. • Take in the beauty of the natural Ein Gedi WaterfallJust north of Masada, a desert oasis of hiking trails, waterfalls and lush greenery. Enjoy a small slice of heaven as you hike along a waterfall oasis, whose beauty exudes vibrant colorful hues. • Continue along to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, and a rich source of minerals for export. Let the buoyant waters support you as you relax on your back and think of nothing else, but the sea and the salt all around you. • Enjoy dinner at the very lovely Taverna Restaurant in the fascinating Abu-Tur neighborhood of JerusalemThe capital of Israel. Overnight: David Citadel Hotel, JerusalemThe capital of Israel |
| • This morning, Shep nachas, at a very special family Bar MitzvahWhen a Jewish boy becomes 13 years old service at the world's holiest place, led by Rabbi Shmuel RabinovitzBoard Member-Rabbi of the Western Wall and the Holy Sites of Israel, Rabbi of the KotelHoliest place on Earth. Professional photographers and videographers will record this special event. • Enjoy a Bar MitzvahWhen a Jewish boy becomes 13 years old celebratory brunch with live musical entertainment, together with your invited guests, at Between the Arches RestaurantElegant Restaurant in an Excavated Historic Hall, set in an original 800-year-old building near the KotelHoliest place on Earth. • We will pay a visit to the KnessetIsrael's Parliament Building, where a KnessetIsrael's Parliament Building representative will escort you through this famous building. • Enjoy JerusalemThe capital of Israel nightlife and shopping at the Ben Yehuda Outdoor MallJerusalem's Outdoor Pedestrian Mall, followed by dinner at your choice of JerusalemThe capital of Israel's favorites: KosherFood and other tiems in accordance to Jewish law Big Apple Pizza, KosherFood and other tiems in accordance to Jewish law Sabarros, KosherFood and other tiems in accordance to Jewish law Burger King, KosherFood and other tiems in accordance to Jewish law Burgers Bar, and many KosherFood and other tiems in accordance to Jewish law falafel and shawarma stands. Overnight: David Citadel Hotel, JerusalemThe capital of Israel |
| • Buffet breakfast at the hotel. • Depart in an armored vehicle and then stop for TehillimBook of chants composed mainly by King David and supplication at the very special site of Rachel’s Tomb. • Learn about the moving history of the defense of Gush Etzion in a riveting multi-media presentation at Kibbutz Kfar Etzion. • On to the holy city of Chevron, visit Ma'arat Hamachpela where our patriarchs and matriarchs are buried. Walk in their footsteps and those of King David, Ruththe great-grandmother of King David, and the holy Tzadeket Menucha Rochel. Meet some of the very special families who live in this neighborhood. • Return to JerusalemThe capital of Israel and freshen up for Shabbat. WELCOME SHABBAT AT THE KotelHoliest place on Earth (WESTERN WALL) • As the sun sets, preparations will be made for welcoming the Shabbat. • At the KotelHoliest place on Earth (Western Wall), enter through Jaffa GateOne of eight gates in Jerusalem's Old City walls into JerusalemThe capital of Israel’s Old CityThe Holiest Center in the World. Upon reaching the steps leading down to the KotelHoliest place on Earth, look around and notice people from all corners of the world converging together with one purpose in mind to welcome the Shabbat at the holiest place on earth for JudaismThe religion of the Jewish people. • Enjoy Shabbat dinner on a rooftop overlooking the Temple MountThe Location of the Temple at Jerusalem. • Walk back to the hotel. Overnight: David Citadel Hotel, JerusalemThe capital of Israel |
| • Shabbat services at the Great Synagogue of JerusalemThe capital of Israel or a synagogue of your choice. • Shabbat afternoon guided walking tour of JerusalemThe capital of Israel's Old CityThe Holiest Center in the World. • As Shabbat comes to an end, we perform the traditional Havdalah service. • After Shabbat enjoy shopping and dinner at JerusalemThe capital of Israel's Ben Yehuda Outdoor MallJerusalem's Outdoor Pedestrian Mall where the young JerusalemThe capital of Israel comes to life. Overnight: David Citadel Hotel, JerusalemThe capital of Israel |
| • After breakfast, we travel north along the coastline to visit the ancient city of AccoAncient Northern Israel Port City (Acre), once the Crusaders capital of the north. • Walk on the city walls to the harbor and then through the colorful markets to visit the huge underground Crusader Halls. • Situated above these halls is the notorious Acco PrisonAncient Crusader Prison that was built by the Turks and later used by the British to imprison Jewish underground fighters during their struggle against British rule. • Take the cable car to the mesmerizing ocean grottos of Rosh Hanikrabeautiful location at the north of Israel, at IsraelNation of the Jewish People's border with Lebanon. • Onward to TiberiasOne of Israel's 4 Holy Cities capital of the Galilee situated on the shores of the KinneretSea of Galilee (Sea of Galilee) and site of the tombs of MaimonidesRabbi Moshe ben Maimon, Rabbi Akivaone of the most central contributors to the early Oral Torah, Rabbi Meir Baal Haness, and many other outstanding Sages. • Enjoy the famous Tiberias Hot Springsrenowned spa resort in the north, known throughout the ages for their curative powers, located in this scenic lakeside resort. • Check into the Galei KinneretSea of Galilee Hotel, TiberiasOne of Israel's 4 Holy Cities and enjoy a quiet dinner at Pagodaone of the most beautiful restaurants in Israel Chinese Thai Restaurant. Overnight: Galei KinneretSea of Galilee Hotel, TiberiasOne of Israel's 4 Holy Cities |
| • After breakfast, we travel north along the coastline to visit the ancient city of AccoAncient Northern Israel Port City (Acre), once the Crusaders capital of the north. • Walk on the city walls to the harbor and then through the colorful markets to visit the huge underground Crusader Halls. • Situated above these halls is the notoriousAcco Prison that was built by the Turks and later used by the British to imprison Jewish underground fighters during their struggle against British rule. • Take the cable car to the mesmerizing ocean grottos of Rosh Hanikrabeautiful location at the north of Israel, at IsraelNation of the Jewish People's border with Lebanon. • Onward to TiberiasOne of Israel's 4 Holy Cities capital of the Galilee situated on the shores of the KinneretSea of Galilee (Sea of Galilee) and site of the tombs of MaimonidesRabbi Moshe ben Maimon, Rabbi Akivaone of the most central contributors to the early Oral Torah, Rabbi Meir Baal Haness, and many other outstanding Sages. • Enjoy the famous Tiberias Hot Springsrenowned spa resort in the north, known throughout the ages for their curative powers, located in this scenic lakeside resort. • Check into the Galei KinneretSea of Galilee Hotel, TiberiasOne of Israel's 4 Holy Cities and enjoy a quiet dinner at Pagodaone of the most beautiful restaurants in Israel Chinese Thai Restaurant. Overnight: Galei KinneretSea of Galilee Hotel, TiberiasOne of Israel's 4 Holy Cities |
| • After a light breakfast, we travel onward to TzfatOne of the 4 Holy Cities. Absorb the special ambience of this town of contrasts, where ancient sites such as The ArizalRabbi Isaac Luria; Jewish Scholar and Mystic’s synagogue and the ancient burial site of Shlomo HaLevi (author of Lechah Dodi) exist side by side with today’s modern art galleries. • As you wander through the narrow, winding alleys, visit some of the beautiful synagogues and browse through the artists’ workshops and galleries found in the flourishing artists’ quarter. • We will then join a discussion on Kabbalah with Rabbi LeiterDirector of Ascent, director of ‘Ascent of TzfatOne of the 4 Holy Cities’, the center for Jewish Mysticism in TzfatOne of the 4 Holy Cities and the Galilee. • You will enjoy the relaxing atmosphere in the enclosed courtyards, shaded by canopies of grape vines and take in a fantastic view from the roof overlooking Mount Meron and the Galilee Hills. • Arrive in the beautiful harbor city of HaifaIsrael's third largest city – capital of the north and one of IsraelNation of the Jewish People’s main commercial ports. HaifaIsrael's third largest city is also proud to be the nucleus of much of IsraelNation of the Jewish People’s high technology research and industry. • Continue to the Museum of ClandestineMuseum featuring the history of the Israeli Navy Immigration. Here, the story of the “Aliyah Beth” immigrants’ arrival in IsraelNation of the Jewish People will be brought alive for you through a light and sound presentation. Overnight: David Intercontinental, Tel-AvivA luxury hotel in Tel Aviv city center |
| • After breakfast, head out for a walking tour of the quaint alleyways, shops and art galleries of Old JaffaWorld Heritage Site, once the gateway to IsraelNation of the Jewish People. • Take a guided tour of Independence Hall, where Meir Dizengoff, the first mayor of Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center lived. In this historic house the Independence of IsraelNation of the Jewish People was declared. • Travel to the Ayalon InstituteSecret Underground Ammunitions Factory Museum, situated north of the city of Rechovotfounded on March 6, 1890. This was the first clandestine bullet production factory operated by members of the Hatzofim Aleph, Palmachthe elite striking force of the Haganah and Habonim pioneer groups during the British Mandate rule. After viewing an audio-visual presentation, we will discover the secret entrance to the underground bullet factory, which was successfully disguised from the British. • Return to Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center and enjoy dinner at Muldan RestaurantWonderful Tel Aviv Restaurant in Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center. Overnight: David Intercontinental Hotel, Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center |
| • After breakfast, check out of the hotel and travel to Beit Guvrin with your guide. Here, you will uncover actual artifacts from thousands of years ago, as you participate in an ongoing archaeological dig. The “cave crawl” is also available for the adventurous. • Visit the Latrun IDF Armored Corps center to explore its vast collection of tanks captured in battle, as well as state-of-the-art Israeli Tanks. Meet with an armored commander to learn about the battles that took place at this strategic point that controlled the Road to Jerusalembeautiful scenery as you approach Jerusalem, and honor the soldiers who fell there. • Tour the brand new “Mini-IsraelNation of the Jewish People,” where you can see detailed, miniature replicas of a wide variety of sites throughout IsraelNation of the Jewish People – those you have just seen during this trip and those you will want to see next time. • Check into the David Citadel Hotel, JerusalemThe capital of Israel and freshen up for dinner. • Enjoy a nice dinner at the Red Heifer Steakhouselocated in the heart of Jerusalem in a charming Arab period house in JerusalemThe capital of Israel. Overnight: David Citadel Hotel, JerusalemThe capital of Israel |
| • After breakfast, travel to Ammunition HillOne of bloodiest battles of the Six-Day War between Sheikh Jarrah and Ramot Eshkol, the site of a bloody battle in 1967. This museum is dedicated to the reunification of Jerusalemincrease your knowledgeof the reunification of Jerusalem and to those who died in the Six-Day War. You can walk through bunkers and trenches, and five exhibition halls full of weapons, maps, battle plans and more. • Head over to the lovely, intimate mall in Mevasseret Zion. Enjoy lunch at the KosherFood and other tiems in accordance to Jewish law McDonald’s, KosherFood and other tiems in accordance to Jewish law Kentucky Fried Chicken, and other KosherFood and other tiems in accordance to Jewish law malls eateries. • Return to the hotel and freshen up for Shabbat. WELCOME SHABBAT AT THE KotelHoliest place on Earth (WESTERN WALL) • As the sun sets, preparations will be made for welcoming the Shabbat. • At the KotelHoliest place on Earth (Western Wall), enter through Jaffa GateOne of eight gates in Jerusalem's Old City walls into JerusalemThe capital of Israel’s Old CityThe Holiest Center in the World. Upon reaching the steps leading down to the KotelHoliest place on Earth, look around and notice people from all corners of the world converging together with one purpose in mind – to welcome the Shabbat at the holiest place on earth for JudaismThe religion of the Jewish people. • Enjoy a festive Shabbat Dinner at the hotel dining room. Overnight: David Citadel Hotel, JerusalemThe capital of Israel |
| • Shabbat services at the Great Synagogue of JerusalemThe capital of Israel or a synagogue of your choice. • Have a Shabbat lunch buffet at the hotel dining room. • Shabbat afternoon guided walking tour of JerusalemThe capital of Israel’s Old CityThe Holiest Center in the World. • As Shabbat comes to an end, we perform the traditional Havdalah service. • Head off to Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center for a farewell dinner at China Lee Restaurant. • Off to Ben Gurion International AirportIsrael's only international gateway for your departure flight. A VIPIsraelDont Just See It... VIP It! representative will be waiting to assist you with your luggage and check-in procedures for you departure from IsraelNation of the Jewish People |
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