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| • Touchdown at Ben Gurion International AirportIsrael's only international gateway. • After clearing passport control, a VIPIsraelDont Just See It... VIP It! representative will be waiting to welcome you. He will facilitate luggage identification and handling; then escort you to your awaiting vehicle. • Ascend to JerusalemThe capital of Israel. • Upon your first view of the eternal Holy City, stop for a moment of reflection and prayer. Participate in an age-old tradition by saying the “ShehecheyanuLearn more about the Shehecheyanu, Judaism and prayers while you Tour Israel!” blessing just as pilgrims have done throughout history as they approached JerusalemThe capital of Israel. • Check into the Prima Kings HotelWonderful Hotel at the Heart of Jerusalem, JerusalemThe capital of Israel. • The rest of the evening is reserved for your leisure. • Enjoy a “dine around evening” on your own. JerusalemThe capital of Israel is a kaleidoscope of different cultures, tastes and cuisines; tonight you will have a choice from one of many wonderful restaurants. Overnight: Prima Kings HotelWonderful Hotel at the Heart of Jerusalem, JerusalemThe capital of Israel |
| • After breakfast, we start our adventure by entering through the Jaffa GateOne of eight gates in Jerusalem's Old City walls into JerusalemThe capital of Israel’s Old CityThe Holiest Center in the World. Enjoy a 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 visitors’ center, located at the JerusalemThe capital of Israel Archaeological Park. • Tour the Southern Wallone of the most important archeological projects in recent history Excavations. Some of the most important archaeological discoveries have been unearthed, proving this site to be one of the key areas of JerusalemThe capital of Israel. Among the remains is a complex of royal palaces dating back to the seventh century. • Take a guided tour of the Jewish Quarter that 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 ancient marketplace. Its imposing columns found by archaeologists have been re-erected. Nearby see the Hurva SynagogueThe main synagogue in Jerusalem from the 16th to the 20th century.• Stop by the Tzemach Tzedek ShulChabbad Shul in Jerusalem, established by the ChassidimJewish Mystics of the Tzemach TzedekChabbad Shul in Jerusalem. It is the only shulJewish House of Worship that survived the War of Independence. • Visit the excavated ruins of a “Burnt House” that was part of JerusalemThe capital of Israel during the Second Temple period. These burned ruins remained undisturbed until they were uncovered in the 1970s. • Discover the excavations of the Herodian Mansions, located beneath the present-day Jewish quarter. They exemplify how the high priests and wealthy Jerusalemites lived. • Then, visit the remarkable JerusalemThe capital of Israel Museum, located in the impeccably restored ancient Citadel. • Visit the Tomb of King David. A solemn tomb, which also contains the Torahthe central and most important document of Judaism ‘crowns’ from communities destroyed in the Holocaust. Overnight: Prima Kings HotelWonderful Hotel at the Heart of Jerusalem, JerusalemThe capital of Israel |
• After breakfast, start the day with a tour of the new Yad VashemHolocaust Museum in Jerusalem, the memorial to the six million innocent victims of the Holocaust. • Continue on to visit the famous and remarkable Israel Museum. On the premises and housed in a specially built structure is an architectural masterpiece, The Shrine of the BookHome to the Dead Sea Scrolls, where you will be able to view the Dead Sea Scrolls. • Tour Mt. Herzl’s new museum dedicated to the life of Theodore HerzlThe founder of modern political Zionism. At Mt. Herzl, visit the gravesites of Prime Minister Golda Meir, Theodore HerzlThe founder of modern political Zionism, Prime Minister Yitzhak RabinThe Assassinated Prime Minister [1922 -1995] and others. • Learn about the heroism in the 1967 battle for the LiberationThe 1948 Arab-Israeli War of JerusalemThe capital of Israel at Ammunition HillOne of bloodiest battles of the Six-Day War. Once it was a Jordanian army camp, but became a symbol of bravery in honor of the Israeli soldiers’ heroic efforts during the Six-Day War. Overnight: Prima Kings HotelWonderful Hotel at the Heart of Jerusalem, JerusalemThe capital of Israel |
| • After breakfast, visit the Biblical Zoo in JerusalemThe capital of Israel. This is an excellent chance to relax outdoors, reflect on what you’ve seen and prepare for your upcoming days of touring. • Drive to Ein Yael, which is a Living Museum nestled between the JerusalemThe capital of Israel Hills in the picturesque Rafaim Valley. It serves as a vibrant tribute to the rich 4,000-year history of the day-to-day life in the old JerusalemThe capital of Israel era. • Take some time to orientate yourself with JerusalemThe capital of Israel. Spend the afternoon touring the neighborhood streets of Meah Shearim, NachlaotJerusalem's Central Most Neighborhood, RechaviaQuaint Jerusalem neighborhood, Yemin Moshe and the German Colony to see JerusalemThe capital of Israel’s oldest and most unique neighborhoods. Overnight: Prima Kings HotelWonderful Hotel at the Heart of Jerusalem, JerusalemThe capital of Israel |
| • After breakfast, explore the historic City of David. This is the original site of JerusalemThe capital of Israel from the time of King David. This biblical city lies south of the Temple MountThe Location of the Temple at Jerusalem and is surrounded by hills on all sides, as noted in Psalms, “JerusalemThe capital of Israel with hills around her”. The water source for the First TempleBuilt by King Solomon, Son of King David in JerusalemThe capital of Israel, the Shiloach SpringThe Ancient Spring in Jerusalem, lies here. • You will hike down the shafts and stand at the spot where SolomonThe Wise King of Israel was anointed King. You’ll also have an opportunity to walk through the water spring tunnel, which provided fresh water to the city in times of war. • Next see the monument of Av-Shalom. • Enjoy a walk and test your “Israeli bargaining skills” at the Machne YehudaJerusalem's Vibrant Market Shuk. • Spend the afternoon shopping and check out ‘Meah Shearim’, JerusalemThe capital of Israel’s ultra orthodox neighborhood, where you’ll experience a typical hectic Friday afternoon. Toward evening – WELCOME SHABBAT AT THE KotelHoliest place on Earth • As the sun sets, preparations will be made for welcoming the Shabbat with prayers and dancing at the KotelHoliest place on Earth. As you enter the Old CityThe Holiest Center in the World, look around and notice how people from all corners of the world enter through the various Gates with one purpose in mind – to welcome the Shabbat Bride at the holiest place on earth. • Enjoy a festive Shabbat dinner at the hotel dining room. Overnight: Prima Kings HotelWonderful Hotel at the Heart of Jerusalem, JerusalemThe capital of Israel |
| • In the morning, attend services at the Tzemach Tzedek ShulChabbad Shul in Jerusalem in the Old CityThe Holiest Center in the World or The Great Synagogue, or a shulJewish House of Worship of your choice. • Have a Shabbat lunch buffet at the hotel dining room. • The rest of the afternoon is at your leisure. • As Shabbat expires, participate in a moving Havdallah service at your hotel. • After Shabbat, you may choose 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, ice creameries and restaurants. Overnight: Prima Kings HotelWonderful Hotel at the Heart of Jerusalem, JerusalemThe capital of Israel |
| • After breakfast, check-out of your hotel and depart to the Dead Sea area traveling south through the Judean Wilderness. • Explore the ancient remains of the fortifications, King HerodA notorious king, ruled in the time of the second temple’s palace, storerooms and baths. Discuss the terrible dilemma faced by its Jewish population during Roman times with your guide • Descend by cable car. It is possible to descend on foot via the old Roman RampWall erected by the Romans in 72 CE, or again via the 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. Experience a small slice of heaven as you hike along a waterfall oasis whose beauty exudes vibrant colorful hues. • Travel by Jeep through the Judean desertJudean desert. • Continue along the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, and a rich source of minerals for export. Take a swim or ‘float’ and 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. • Meet EliezerServant of Jewish Patriarch Abraham and experience a traditional desert welcome dinner at ‘Eretz Beresheit’. |
| • After breakfast, check-out of your hotel and depart toward Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center. • Move on to view the White City of Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center, whose outstanding architecture blends the various trends of the Modern Movement and town planning in the early part of the 20th century. • Browse the shops and experience the unique flavor of the famous Dizengoff St. Visit “HaCarmel” market for the fresh fruits and vegetables of Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center. • Nearby is a flourishing shuk hapishpeshimFlea Market, where you can test your bargaining power and pick up a few souvenirs and gifts from the array of old, new, antique and odd objects on sale. These range from furniture, pottery, brassware, rugs and clothing. • Enjoy a Mediterranean swim on a Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center beach. • Visit the Old JaffaWorld Heritage Site Port that was the most important port during ancient times. Through this port the cedars from Lebanon were imported in order to build SolomonThe Wise King of Israel’s Temple in JerusalemThe capital of Israel. • Browse through the artist colony and the galleries of Old JaffaWorld Heritage Site. Overnight: MetropolitanWonderful Accomodation at the heart of Tel Aviv Hotel, Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center |
| • After breakfast, visit the ancient city of Caesarea, built by HerodA notorious king, ruled in the time of the second temple the Great and once the seat of Roman rule. • Visit the Caesarea Harbor Project where a fascinating cinematic exhibition will take you on an enchanted voyage through the history of Caesarea. • Along the route, you will be exposed to the various civilizations that ruled the city, including the Romans, Byzantines, Arabs and Crusaders. • Visit the Caesarea National Park, which contains an impressive Roman Amphitheatre, the Hippodrome (a horse racing arena that could seat 20,000); also a giant headless statue on Byzantine StreetAncient Street of Shops and the Roman AqueductsAncient Roman Structures. • Further along the coastline, visit the ancient city of AccoAncient Northern Israel Port City, 14 miles above HaifaIsrael's third largest city and once known as the Crusaders capital of the north. This city is almost 4,000 years old. • Walk on the city walls to the harbor, and then through the colorful markets to visit the huge, cool, yet spooky Subterranean Crusader Halls. Explore gates, towers, tunnels and secret passageways. • 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. See a model of a mass escape of over 200 prisoners in May 1947, later made famous by the movie Exodus. • Tour the ancient, magnificently excavated city of Tzippori, home to Rabbi Yehuda HaNasiThe editor of the Mishna. Revel in the beautiful mosaics and other finds from the time of the Mishna. Visit a 4,500 seat Roman theatre, the Nile Mosaic building and the giant underground waterworks. • Take a sunset cruise on the Sea of the Galilee in TiberiasOne of Israel's 4 Holy Cities. Overnight: Kibbutz Lavi, TiberiasOne of Israel's 4 Holy Cities |
• Visit TiberiasOne of Israel's 4 Holy Cities, the capital of the Galilee, which is located on the shores of Lake KinneretSea of Galilee. It contains 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. • Explore the mystical city of TzfatOne of the 4 Holy Cities and absorb the special ambience of this town of contrasts. It is 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. • Visit TzfatOne of the 4 Holy Cities’s restored Old CityThe Holiest Center in the World including the artists’ colony. TzfatOne of the 4 Holy Cities has much to offer as you wander through the narrow, cobblestone streets. • Visit some of the beautiful synagogues. Browse through the artists’ workshops and galleries. Then stop by the gift shops and restaurants before taking a dip in the famous Mikveh of the Ari z"l. • 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. Take in a fantastic view from the roof overlooking Mount Meron and the Galillean Hills. Overnight: Kibbutz Lavi, TiberiasOne of Israel's 4 Holy Cities |
| • After breakfast, we will transfer to Ben GurionFirst Prime Minister of Israel Airport for the departure flight home. • A VIPIsraelDont Just See It... VIP It! representative will be waiting to assist you in your departure from IsraelNation of the Jewish People. |
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