Grand Jewish Heritage
Grand Jewish Heritage III Plus Eilat Tour
Jewish Tour of Israel
GUARANTEED WEEKLY THURSDAY DEPARTURE / FRIDAY ARRIVAL
- 14 Days / 12 Nights Fully Escorted Tour of Israel
- Focus on Jewish Heritage and Jewish Sites
- Ideal for those who are of Jewish faith
- Breakfast Daily, Two Dinners in Galilee, One Lunch in Dead Sea, One light Lunch on Bedouin Experience
- English Speaking Tour
- Optional Bar/Bat Mitzvah Ceremony
- Tour Guides for this Tour are certified by the Israeli Ministry of Tourism
No added fees for credit card payment 
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Itinerary
14 Day Tour
Day 1 - THURSDAY
Departure from North American or other International Gateway
Day 2 - FRIDAY
Tel Aviv
Welcome to Israel! Upon arrival into Ben Gurion International Airport, you are met and assisted by our airport representative and transferred to your hotel in Tel Aviv for overnight.
Day 3 - SATURDAY
At Leisure
At leisure Overnight Tel-Aviv.
Day 4 - SUNDAY
Caesarea / Haifa / Acre / Rosh Hanikra
Drive north to Caesarea, once the Roman capital of the region. See the excavations of the crusaders' city, the aqueduct and amphitheatre which has been restored as a concert venue. Proceed to Haifa for a panoramic view from Mount Carmel and visit “AF AL PI CHEN”, the naval museum of the illegal immigration to Israel at the time of the British mandate. Drive to Acre; walk along the old harbour and local market; Continue to the northernmost point of Israel at Rosh Hanikra. Descend by cable into the limestone grottoes.
Overnight at a Kibbutz guesthouse.
Day 5 - MONDAY
Safed / Tel Facher / Banias / Tel Hai
Drive to Safed, center of the Kaballa movement; visit the Joseph Caro and the Ha’Ari synagogues, the most important synagogues in the city; stroll around the Artist’s quarter. Enjoy a Jeep tour at the foot of the Golan. Continue to the Golan Heights; stop at an observation point over the city of Kuneitra and the Syrian territory. Stop at Tel Facher, a former Syrian army camp; visit the Banias springs. Next, a visit to Tel-Hai; see the “Roaring Lion” monument and learn about the heroic battle of Josef Trumpeldor and his comrades in 1920. Meet with a Kibbutz member and learn about their unique lifestyle
Overnight at a Kibbutz guesthouse.
Day 6 - TUESDAY
Beit Shean / Beit Alpha / Gan Hashlosha / Jerusalem
Drive to Tiberias to visit Rambam’s grave; proceed to Beit Shean, also called "Scythopolis", the biggest archeological park in Israel with beautiful excavations from the Roman and Byzantine periods. Stop at Beit Alpha to see the beautiful mosaic floor of a synagogue from the Byzantine period. Onto Gan Hashlosha, (Sachne) where you will have an opportunity to enjoy the water springs located at the foot of the Gilboa mountain, the famous mountain on which King Saul was killed in the battle against the Philistines. Continue via the Jordan valley to Jerusalem with a stop at Mount Scopus for a blessing as you enter the city.
Overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 7 - WEDNESDAY
Jerusalem: Old City
Tour the old city of Jerusalem. Start with a visit of the Tomb of King David on Mount Zion. Walk along the Cardo, the ancient Roman road; visit the four Sephardic synagogues restored after the 1967 war in the Jewish quarter. Tour the Western Wall Tunnels; visit Davidson center and walk through the Roman Cardo to the local Arab bazaar. Walk through Jaffa gate to David’s Tower museum and see the ancient remains of the city beginning with the first Temple period.
Overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 8 - THURSDAY
Jerusalem: New City
Depart the hotel and arrive to the Western Wall in the old city of Jerusalem.
*Optional: Celebrate the Bar/Bat-Mitzvah ceremonies at the kotel.
Continue to Mea Shearim and learn about the unique lifestyle of the ultra orthodox communities. Drive by the Knesset, Israel’s parliament and see the Menorah with the biblical emblems. Next visit the Israel Museum, the Shrine of the book where the Dead Sea scrolls are housed, and the new holy land model – a miniature replica of Jerusalem as it was during the second temple period. Drive to mount Hertzel, the military cemetery and Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust. Visit the ammunition hill, a former Jordanian army stronghold, conquered by the Israeli army in the Six Day War, and converted into a national memorial site and museum, Overnight Jerusalem.
* Optional: For families who wish to celebrate a Bar/Bat Mitzvah ceremony at the Wall. This will be a perfect opportunity, while the rest of the group will tour Mea Shearim, arrangements will be made at the Wall with a Rabbi. At the end of the service, you will be transferred from the Western Wall area to meet the group at the entrance of the Israel Museum. For prices for this special option, see bellow.
Day 9 - FRIDAY
Qumran / Massada / Dead Sea
Drive through the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea. Stop at Qumran, the site where the Dead Sea scrolls were found. Continue to Massada, ascend by cable car and tour the ancient fortress; visit the remains of the walls, palaces, synagogue, the bathhouses etc. Descend by cable car. Next stop for lunch and Spa facilities in one of the leading hotels in the area.
Overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 10 - SATURDAY
At Leisure
At leisure. Overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 11 - SUNDAY
Beer-Sheva / Sde Boker / Mitzpe Ramon/ Eilat
Travel south to the Negev desert, visit Israel’s airforce museum at Hatzerim to view the planes and equipment and hear the story of this brave fighting force. Stop for a Camel riding experience and visit to an authentic Bedouin tent. Learn about the Bedouin hospitality and enjoy a light lunch. Visit Sde Boker and see Ben Gurion’s hut and grave overlooking the magnificent Zin valley. Stop at Mitzpe Ramon to gaze into the Ramon crater, a geological wonder.
Arrive to Eilat for overnight.
Day 12 - MONDAY
At Leisure
At leisure, Stroll around the city’s streets, the beach promenade and enjoy Eilat or take an Optional tour to Petra.
Optional: Tour to the Rose city of Petra.
Overnight in Eilat.
Day 13 - TUESDAY
Eilat / Timna / Tel Aviv
Visit the underwater observatory, one of the largest seaquariums in the world, built into a coral reef. Drive to Timna to see the copper mines and King Solomon’s pillars and marvel at the huge multi-colored rock formations.
Overnight in Tel Aviv.
Day 14 - WEDNESDAY
Tel Aviv / Ben Gurion Airport
Breakfast at your hotel, please check out from your room at 12 noon and leave your luggage with the Hotel Concierge. Pick up time from the hotel lobby to Ben Gurion airport will be 4 hours before your departure flight.
The above program can be extended and tailor-made for groups.
Rates
To book call USA/CAN 1 800 933 4421 tel 01 1 323 655 6121 or select:
Land package prices are per person in U.S. dollars. See also our booking engine. Rates are based on double occupancy and inclusive of taxes. Single Supplement add plan (D) rate by add-on rate. GD = Guarantee Departures.
No added fees for credit card payment .
Grand Jewish Heritage Tour III Plus Eilat
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(A) 5 Star Deluxe
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(B) 5 Star Standard
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(B1) 5 Star Standard
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(C) 4 Star Superior
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(D) 4 Star Superior
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Tel Aviv
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Dan Tel Aviv Hotel
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The Carlton Tel Aviv
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The Carlton Tel Aviv
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Dan Panorama Tel Aviv
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Prima Tel Aviv
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Galilee
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Kibbutz Hotel Lavi-Hadar wing (Deluxe Room)
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Kibbutz Hotel Lavi-Hod wing (Superior Room)
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Kibbutz Hotel Lavi-Hod wing (Superior Room)
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Kibbutz Hotel Lavi-Lev wing (Standard Room)
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Kibbutz Hotel Lavi-Lev wing (Standard Room)
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Jerusalem
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King David Hotel
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Inbal Hotel Jerusalem
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Mamilla Hotel
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Dan Panorama Jerusalem
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Prima Kings Hotel
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Eilat
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Dan Eilat
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Dan Eilat
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Dan Eilat
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Dan Panorama Eilat
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Prima Music
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Tel Aviv
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Dan Tel Aviv Hotel
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The Carlton Tel Aviv
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The Carlton Tel Aviv
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Dan Panorama Tel Aviv
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Prima Tel Aviv
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Tour Return |
(A) 5 Star Deluxe In Double |
(A) In Single |
(B) 5 Star StandardIn Double |
(B)In Single |
(B1) 5 Star StandardIn Double |
(B1)In Single |
(C) 4 Star SuperiorIn Double |
(C)In Single |
(D) 4 Star StandardIn Double |
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Book Tour |
| May 03, 2012 | May 16, 2012 | 3534.00 | 5300.00 | 3149.00 | 4575.00 | 3014.00 | 4315.00 | 2563.00 | 3493.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| May 10, 2012 | May 23, 2012 | 3534.00 | 5300.00 | 3149.00 | 4575.00 | 3014.00 | 4315.00 | 2563.00 | 3493.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| May 17, 2012 | May 30, 2012 | 3534.00 | 5300.00 | 3149.00 | 4575.00 | 3014.00 | 4315.00 | 2563.00 | 3493.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| May 24, 2012 | Jun 06, 2012 | 3620.00 | 5426.00 | 3197.00 | 4622.00 | 3062.00 | 4362.00 | 2611.00 | 3541.00 | 2377.00 | 3056.00 | |
| May 31, 2012 | Jun 13, 2012 | 3573.00 | 5378.00 | 3149.00 | 4575.00 | 3014.00 | 4315.00 | 2633.00 | 3645.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| Jun 07, 2012 | Jun 20, 2012 | 3573.00 | 5378.00 | 3149.00 | 4575.00 | 3014.00 | 4315.00 | 2633.00 | 3645.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| Jun 14, 2012 | Jun 27, 2012 | 3573.00 | 5378.00 | 3149.00 | 4575.00 | -- | -- | 2633.00 | 3645.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| Jun 21, 2012 | Jul 04, 2012 | 3573.00 | 5378.00 | 3149.00 | 4575.00 | 3014.00 | 4315.00 | 2741.00 | 3814.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| Jun 28, 2012 | Jul 11, 2012 | 3508.00 | 5248.00 | 3149.00 | 4575.00 | 3014.00 | 4315.00 | 2741.00 | 3814.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| Jul 05, 2012 | Jul 18, 2012 | 3508.00 | 5248.00 | 3149.00 | 4575.00 | 3014.00 | 4315.00 | 2741.00 | 3814.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| Jul 12, 2012 | Jul 25, 2012 | 3508.00 | 5248.00 | 3149.00 | 4575.00 | 3014.00 | 4315.00 | 2741.00 | 3814.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| Jul 19, 2012 | Aug 01, 2012 | 3508.00 | 5248.00 | 3149.00 | 4575.00 | 3014.00 | 4315.00 | 2741.00 | 3814.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| Jul 26, 2012 | Aug 08, 2012 | 3566.00 | 5347.00 | 3190.00 | 4638.00 | 3055.00 | 4379.00 | 2791.00 | 3895.00 | 2428.00 | 3167.00 | |
| Aug 02, 2012 | Aug 15, 2012 | 3804.00 | 5806.00 | 3390.00 | 5022.00 | 3255.00 | 4762.00 | 2878.00 | 4065.00 | 2499.00 | 3280.00 | |
| Aug 09, 2012 | Aug 22, 2012 | 3804.00 | 5806.00 | 3390.00 | 5022.00 | 3255.00 | 4762.00 | 2878.00 | 4065.00 | 2499.00 | 3280.00 | |
| Aug 16, 2012 | Aug 29, 2012 | 3804.00 | 5806.00 | 3390.00 | 5022.00 | 3255.00 | 4762.00 | 2878.00 | 4065.00 | 2499.00 | 3280.00 | |
| Aug 23, 2012 | Sep 05, 2012 | 3600.00 | 5434.00 | 3121.00 | 4467.00 | 3071.00 | 4428.00 | 2632.00 | 3629.00 | 2383.00 | 3098.00 | |
| Aug 30, 2012 | Sep 12, 2012 | 3559.00 | 5351.00 | 3075.00 | 4376.00 | 3025.00 | 4337.00 | 2599.00 | 3570.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| Oct 11, 2012 | Oct 24, 2012 | 3518.00 | 5269.00 | 3106.00 | 4488.00 | 3025.00 | 4337.00 | 2563.00 | 3493.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| Oct 18, 2012 | Oct 31, 2012 | 3518.00 | 5269.00 | 3106.00 | 4488.00 | 3025.00 | 4337.00 | 2563.00 | 3493.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| Oct 25, 2012 | Nov 07, 2012 | 3518.00 | 5269.00 | 3106.00 | 4488.00 | 3025.00 | 4337.00 | 2563.00 | 3493.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| Nov 01, 2012 | Nov 14, 2012 | 3518.00 | 5269.00 | 3106.00 | 4488.00 | 3025.00 | 4337.00 | 2563.00 | 3493.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| Nov 08, 2012 | Nov 21, 2012 | 3518.00 | 5269.00 | 3106.00 | 4488.00 | 3025.00 | 4337.00 | 2563.00 | 3493.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| Nov 15, 2012 | Nov 28, 2012 | 3518.00 | 5269.00 | 3106.00 | 4488.00 | 3025.00 | 4337.00 | 2563.00 | 3493.00 | 2329.00 | 3007.00 | |
| Nov 22, 2012 | Dec 05, 2012 | 3510.00 | 5261.00 | 3007.00 | 4297.00 | 2953.00 | 4200.00 | 2427.00 | 3141.00 | 2226.00 | 2745.00 | |
| Nov 29, 2012 | Dec 12, 2012 | 3510.00 | 5261.00 | 3007.00 | 4297.00 | 2953.00 | 4200.00 | 2427.00 | 3141.00 | 2226.00 | 2745.00 | |
| Dec 06, 2012 | Dec 19, 2012 | 3510.00 | 5261.00 | 3007.00 | 4297.00 | 2953.00 | 4200.00 | 2427.00 | 3141.00 | 2226.00 | 2745.00 | |
| Dec 13, 2012 | Dec 26, 2012 | 3510.00 | 5261.00 | 3197.00 | 4628.00 | 3147.00 | 4589.00 | 2434.00 | 3160.00 | 2259.00 | 2802.00 | |
| Dec 20, 2012 | Jan 02, 2013 | 3664.00 | 5568.00 | 3344.00 | 4972.00 | 3290.00 | 4874.00 | 2660.00 | 3561.00 | 2294.00 | 2863.00 | |
| Dec 27, 2012 | Jan 09, 2013 | 3556.00 | 5354.00 | 3039.00 | 4362.00 | 2985.00 | 4264.00 | 2621.00 | 3523.00 | 2294.00 | 2863.00 | |
| Jan 03, 2013 | Jan 16, 2013 | 3378.00 | 4997.00 | 2985.00 | 4254.00 | 2931.00 | 4156.00 | 2438.00 | 3176.00 | 2207.00 | 2711.00 | |
| Jan 10, 2013 | Jan 23, 2013 | 3341.00 | 4924.00 | 3034.00 | 4351.00 | 2931.00 | 4156.00 | 2410.00 | 3106.00 | 2207.00 | 2711.00 | |
| Jan 17, 2013 | Jan 30, 2013 | 3341.00 | 4924.00 | 3034.00 | 4351.00 | 2931.00 | 4156.00 | 2410.00 | 3106.00 | 2207.00 | 2711.00 | |
| Jan 24, 2013 | Feb 06, 2013 | 3341.00 | 4924.00 | 3034.00 | 4351.00 | 2931.00 | 4156.00 | 2410.00 | 3106.00 | 2207.00 | 2711.00 | |
| Jan 31, 2013 | Feb 13, 2013 | 3341.00 | 4924.00 | 3034.00 | 4351.00 | 2931.00 | 4156.00 | 2410.00 | 3106.00 | 2207.00 | 2711.00 | |
| Feb 07, 2013 | Feb 20, 2013 | 3341.00 | 4924.00 | 3034.00 | 4351.00 | 2931.00 | 4156.00 | 2410.00 | 3106.00 | 2207.00 | 2711.00 | |
| Feb 14, 2013 | Feb 27, 2013 | 3341.00 | 4924.00 | 3066.00 | 4416.00 | 2931.00 | 4156.00 | 2410.00 | 3106.00 | 2207.00 | 2711.00 | |
| Feb 21, 2013 | Mar 06, 2013 | 3405.00 | 5051.00 | 3066.00 | 4416.00 | 2931.00 | 4156.00 | 2465.00 | 3216.00 | 2251.00 | 2789.00 | |
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(A) 5 Star Deluxe
Child Rate 18 Years & Under |
(B) 5 Star Standard
Child Rate 18 Years & Under |
(B1) 5 Star Standard
Child Rate 18 Years & Under |
(C) 4 Star Superior
Child Rate 18 Years & Under |
(D) 4 Star Standard
Child Rate 18 Years & Under |
| 1869.00 | 1521.00 | Not Available | 1444.00 | 1560.00 |
Included
- Tour Guides for this Israel Tour are certified by the Israeli Ministry of Tourism
Included services in our tour rates:
- Transfers from Ben Gurion Airport to your Hotel in Tel Aviv and from the Hotel in Jerusalem to the Airport.
- 8 Full day touring with all entrance fees and attraction as per the above itinerary.
- 12 nights accommodation on bed and breakfast basis at the hotels as mentioned above.
- Two dinners at the hotel in Kibbutz Lavi / Galilee.
- Lunch and swim at a Dead Sea spa hotel.
- Jeep ride in the Golan Heights.
- Light lunch and Camel ride at a Bedouin village.
- No added fees for credit card payment .
Optional services:
Bar Mitzvah Service
Rabbi’s fee for one Bar/Bat Mitzvah participant is from 550 USD. Contact us for more details.
The rate includes: Correspondence with family by the Rabbi, meeting in Jerusalem by the Rabbi prior to the ceremony, officiating at service, use of prayer pamphlets and Rabbi’s personal Torah scroll, Rabbi’s transportation, and including Bar/Bat Mitzvah certificate from the Ministry of Tourism. Reform and Conservative ceremonies will be officiated at the Southern Wall area. To the above rate, please add for the transfer, from the Western Wall Plaza to the Israel Museum $10 per taxi (4 passengers per taxi).
Not included services in our tour rates:
1. Tips to guide/driver and Hotel staff.
2. Lunches en route on sightseeing days.
3. Treatments at the Dead Sea Spa.
Tips during your tour: It is important to consider your Tour Guides and Drivers work very hard to make your tour an experience of a lifetime, and most of their annual income comes from the generosity of those they are serving during the tours. It is recommended that tour guides are given at least $5.00 per touring day per person, and drivers are given at least $3.00 per touring day per person. Please consider also hotel staff during your stay, and other staff that will support you during your tour.
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