Chernyak Family Bar Miztzvah

WELCOME TO IsraelNation of the Jewish People (Transfer)

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 at the door of your plane as you exit the plane. You will be transported quickly through the airport, pass immigration at the flight crew counter where passport control is efficiently expedited and continue to facilitate luggage identification and handling; & escort you through customs.

Ascend to JerusalemThe capital of Israel.

Check into the hotel

Towards 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 you 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 spirited ‘welcome to IsraelNation of the Jewish People’ Shabbat Dinner at your hotel!

Overnight: Prima Kings HotelWonderful Hotel at the Heart of Jerusalem, JerusalemThe capital of Israel

After breakfast, attend davening at the Tzemach Tzedek ShulChabbad Shul in Jerusalem in the Old CityThe Holiest Center in the World or The Great Synagogue, Mayanot shulJewish House of Worship.or a shulJewish House of Worship of your choice.

In the late afternoon, stroll through the surrounding neighborhoods of JerusalemThe capital of Israel where the unique lines of architecture can be appreciated.

Rest of the afternoon is at leisure.

After Shabbat, 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: Prima Kings HotelWonderful Hotel at the Heart of Jerusalem, JerusalemThe capital of Israel

After breakfast, tour the amazing City of King David.

Begin with a breathtaking observation overlooking Biblical JerusalemThe capital of Israel and observe 3,800 years of history dating back in time to the days of Abraham, when the first foundations of the city were laid.

The journey quickly heads underground to some of the newest archaeological excavations at the site. Here, while exploring the recently excavated fortresses and passageways, you will relive King David's conquest of the Jebusite city as described in the 2nd Book of Samuelan important leader of ancient Israel.. The underground tour finally ends at the Gihon Spring, the major water source of JerusalemThe capital of Israel for over 1,000 years and where, according to the Book of Kings, SolomonThe Wise King of Israel was anointed king. The water source of First TempleBuilt by King Solomon, Son of King David JerusalemThe capital of Israel, the Shiloach SpringThe Ancient Spring in Jerusalem lies here.

Enter the Old CityThe Holiest Center in the World walls and start at 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 where some of the most important archaeological discoveries have been unearthed, proving this to be one of the key areas of JerusalemThe capital of Israel. Amongst these remains is a complex of royal palaces dating back to the 7th century.

Visit the New Generations Center at the Western Wall Plaza where you will find an unusual and enchanting fusion of many creative elements: music, sculpture, archeology and light effects that together create a masterpiece to delight all the senses.

Descend to 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".

Take a Guided tour of the Jewish Quarter that was reconstructed after the city was unified at the conclusion of the Six-Day War in 1967. 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 lined with columns.

See The Herodian Mansions at The Wohl Archaeological Museum preserves the extraordinary discoveries made during excavations carried out between 1969 and 1983, that revealed remains of magnificent buildings from the time of the Herodian dynasty period 37 B.C.E. till 70 C.E.

Next view the excavated ruins of a “Burnt House,” home to Kathros, High Priest mentioned in the Talmud from the Second Temple period. These burned ruins remained undisturbed until they were uncovered in the 1970’s.

See the Temple Institute which houses a collection of artifacts from the First and Second Temple Periods.

Overnight: Prima Kings HotelWonderful Hotel at the Heart of Jerusalem, JerusalemThe capital of Israel

After breakfast, head to the KotelHoliest place on Earth for a Bar Miztvah!!!

After services enjoy a celebratory brunch at the Quarter Café overlooking the hills of JerusalemThe capital of Israel.

Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure in JerusalemThe capital of Israel.

JerusalemThe capital of Israel has hundreds of amazing cafes, boutiques & shops; spend the day exploring!

Travel to tour the new Yad VashemHolocaust Museum in Jerusalem Complex, was completed in the spring of 2005 a memorial to the six million innocent victims of the Holocaust.

Continue on to visit the famous and remarkable Israel Museum to visit The Shrine of the BookHome to the Dead Sea Scrolls, where you will be able to view the Dead Sea Scrolls housed in a specially built structure - an architectural masterpiece.

Also on the museum grounds is a huge outdoor model of JerusalemThe capital of Israel during the second temple period, you don’t want to miss this.

Visit the Bible Lands Museum which illustrates the cultures of all the peoples mentioned in the Bible - from Egypt eastwards across the Fertil Crescent to Afghanistan, and from Nubia north to the Caucasian mountains.

Enjoy a walk & test your “Israeli bargaining skills” at the Machne YehudaJerusalem's Vibrant Market Shuk (open market).

End your day at the JerusalemThe capital of Israel Time Elevator children’s show and enjoy a historical presentation. Combining film, motion platforms, and special effects, this 35-minute journey brings JerusalemThe capital of Israel’s most dramatic moments to unforgettable life through an original screenplay written in conjunction with leading historians and archeologists.

Enjoy a visit to the Tish Family Zoological Garden (the Biblical Zoo) in JerusalemThe capital of Israel and see animals that are referred to in the Bible. This modern zoo has the animals roaming freely in enclosures remnant of their natural habitat and not in cages. Located on the slope of one of JerusalemThe capital of Israel’s mountains, there are numerous corners for visitors to come in close contact with some of the less dangerous animals. This is a fun place for the whole family, especially for the children.

Overnight: Prima Kings HotelWonderful Hotel at the Heart of Jerusalem, JerusalemThe capital of Israel

After breakfast depart 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, or for the more daring, ascend the snake path just as the Jews did thousands of years ago.

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, take a light hike along a waterfall oasis, whose beauty exudes vibrant hues of green, red, blue and yellow, a small slice of heaven.

Continue along the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, and a rich source of minerals for export.

Take a swim or ‘float’ & 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!

Return to JerusalemThe capital of Israel to freshen up and relax.

Overnight: Prima Kings HotelWonderful Hotel at the Heart of Jerusalem, JerusalemThe capital of Israel

Travel to the ancient remains of Beit SheanThe largest and most unique ancient site in Israel – one of the oldest settled sites in the country. This is where, in biblical times, the bodies of King Saul and his sons were nailed to the city walls by the Philistines. The Beit SheanThe largest and most unique ancient site in Israel National Park houses incredible archeological treasures. If the day is too hot, cool off in the Ma’yan Harod Pool or Huga Park.

Visit Gan Guru Australian Park in Nir David (Between Tziporritranquil location in the Galilee & Bet Shean). This is one of the few places outside of Australia which hosts pet-able Koalas and Kangaroos. This park also includes a 1,500 square meter garden/landscape maze!

Visit Gan Hashlosha and relax in the natural pools and rejuvenate in the natural jacuzzi that occurs underneath the flowing stream of an invigorating waterfall

The warm waters of the Amal River flow through the length of the park and can be enjoyed year round temperatures in the 80’sºF. A fantastic place to relax and re-charge for the remainder of your trip.

In true Biblical fashion, we adorn traditional garb at Kfar KedemRecreated Ancient VIllage in Galilee (Ancient Village) and take a short donkey ride in the scenic hills of the Galilee. From our donkeys back we will be able to admire IsraelNation of the Jewish People’s countryside, which has hardly changed since days of old.

Overnight: Kinnar Classic, Sea of Galilee

Onward further north to Katzrin, which was established in 1977 and was one of the first urban settlements in the Golan. While in Katzrin, see a fascinating audio-visual presentation describing the history of the Golan throughout the ages. Tour the ancient reconstructed Talmudic Village and a partially restored 1,500-year-old synagogue.

At the Golan Magic Welcome Center in Katzrin to view a dazzling movie in 180 degrees to experience the Golan Heights!

View a colorful accurate model of the Golan Heights, one of a kind in IsraelNation of the Jewish People. The model uses unique lighting effects that run along the streams, canyons and settlements of the Golan Heights.

The visitor center complex also house the Golan Heights Brewery, & Mei Eden Spring Water Visitors Center.

Your next stop is the observation point on Mount Bental, overlooking the Mount Hermonthe highest mountain in Israel area and the entire Golan Heights. From here you can see the mountains of the Galilee and Lebanon, and eastward into Syria. A dormant Volcano, Mount Bental is also an eye-opening lesson in how this part of “Eretz Yisroel” was physically created.

Next, head further north to visit the Tel DanAncient Canaanite Remains could be found at this location Nature Reserve is a nature reserve at the foot of Mount Hermonthe highest mountain in Israel which includes archeological remains from the ancient town of Dan.

Visit Tel Facher, and underground Syrian base, then continue onto the The Banias Spring which begins at the foot of Mount Hermonthe highest mountain in Israel. This is a wonderful nature reserve, prepare to get a little wet!

Spend some time walking along bubbling brooks and hiking different trails along the Dan River (some say the Garden of Eden).

Overnight: Kinnar Classic, Sea of Galilee

After breakfast, check out of your hotel and head south along the coast.

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 which ruled the city, including the Romans, Byzantines, Arabs and Crusaders.

Visit the Caesarea National Park contains an impressive Roman Ampitheatre, the Hippodrome, a horse-racing arena that could seat 20,000; also a giant headless statue on Byzantine StreetAncient Street of Shops & Mansion, and the Roman AqueductsAncient Roman Structures.

The Time Tower combines 3-D imaging technology with the local structures to bring history ‘truly’ to life!

Arrive in Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center and check into your hotel to relax before Shabbat.

As the sun sets, attend Shabbat services at one of the many hotel or community synagogues.

Enjoy Shabbat Dinner in your hotel.

Overnight: Dan Panorama, Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center

After breakfast and services, enjoy a day at leisure in Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center.

Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center has an ‘eruv’ surrounding the city for religious reasons, so feel free to enjoy a day along the boardwalk or stroll the amazing Bauhaus architecture which made this city famous!

Enjoy Shabbat Lunch in your hotel.

Overnight: Dan Panorama, Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center

After breakfast, head out to view the amazing city of Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center

Learn about the history of the modern state at the Hall of Independence where Ben GurionFirst Prime Minister of Israel Declared Independence in 1948. This building was the first modern home in Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center, later to become the Town Hall and eventually the place where we declared our independence as a Jewish Nation.

Browse the shops and experience the unique flavors and ambience of the famous Dizengoff St., Shenken St. & Rothchilde Ave

Continue to Visit "HaCarmel" market –the open air shuk (market) for the fresh fruit and vegetable of Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center.

Visit the spectacular “Palmach MuseumA museum which gives a sense of the period that led to the founding of the state”. Through a modern multi-media presentation, view the history of the Palmachthe elite striking force of the Haganah from 1941 to the War of Independence and the establishment of the State of IsraelNation of the Jewish People

Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center is the business and the cultural center of IsraelNation of the Jewish People. Visit the Diaspora Museum at University of Tel AvivIsrael's largest city and biggest commercial center. The museum illustrates the life of the Jews in different communities around the world during 2000 years of exile.

In nearby JaffaAn ancient port city near Tel Aviv is a flourishing flea market (shuk hapishpeshimFlea Market) where you can test your bargaining power and pick up a few souvenirs and presents from the array of old, new, antique and odd objects on sale. These range from furniture, pottery, brassware, rugs and clothing.

Transfer to Ben GurionFirst Prime Minister of Israel Airport for the departure flight home where you will be met by a VIPIsraelDont Just See It... VIP It! representative will be waiting to assist you in your temporary departure from IsraelNation of the Jewish People.