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B’nei Mitzvah - Jonathan Cohen A Journey In

June 2nd–12th 2020 11 days tour

11 Days Tour to the Heart of Israel - B’nei Mitzvah, Family, and Community: Come and experience our roots, History and Jewish Identity in Israel

DAY 1 Tuesday 2nd June

Arrival Welcome to Israel! Arrival at . Group transfer to our Hotel. Opening Gala dinner in Tel Aviv. Overnight: Spot Hostel, Tel Aviv

DAY 2 Wednesday 3rd June

Tel-Aviv After Breakfast we will start our exploration of the exciting of Tel Aviv. Our rst stop will be at the Beit Hatfutsot, (Diaspora Museum), where we will learn about the connection of the Jewish people around the world to Israel. Next, we will make our way to the old city of where we will have a guided tour, followed by a traditional lunch and some free time in the famous Jaffa Flea Market (Shuk Hapishpishim). In the afternoon, we will progress towards the old train station where we will walk around this beautiful renovated site. We will then embark to , which will allow us to understand and learn about the history of Tel Aviv, while walking through this Bohemian neighborhood, where there are many boutique designers shops to explore. We will end our guided tour around the area of where you can have some free time to enjoy central Tel Aviv. A beautiful dinner will conclude this busy day. Overnight: Spot Hostel, Tel Aviv

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DAY 3 Thursday 4th June

Jerusalem This morning we will make our way to . The day will be devoted to the Historical and cultural Old City of Jerusalem, Including the City of David, famous for its archaeological site that is speculated to have composed the original urban core of ancient Jerusalem. We will learn about the different layers that were uncovered above the ground and then go down to the hidden spring where the coronation of kings were held. We will proceed to explore the underground mysteries of Hezekiah’s Tunnel, where water has owed since the time of the prophets. Join a fascinating tour in the Kotel tunnels, and feel like you are walking the streets of Jerusalem during different periods of the last 3000 years. We will continue to the Western Wall, and explore the Jewish Quarter including the Cardo. Overnight: Lady Stern Hotel, Jerusalem

DAY 4 Friday 5th June

Jerusalem Today we will embark ion a journey bringing us back to World War II, and the tragic years of the holocaust, we will visit Yad Va’Shem Holocaust Meusum and memorial. Next, we will continue to Machne Yehuda, Jerusalem’s colourful and vibrant food market, where our lunch will be experienced with a tasting tour! Visit the different food stands and discover the fascinating stories behind the people who work there. We will now have some free time to prepare for Shabbat, and celebrate Kabbalat Shabbat in ‘Kol Haneshama’, the Reform Center of Jerusalem. Overnight: Lady Stern Hotel, Jerusalem

DAY5 Saturday 6th June

Jerusalem Today,our Shabbat and B'nei Mitzvah will be celebrated on the beautiful campus of Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion, overlooking the walls of Jerusalem’s Old City. Our festivities will be followed by Shabbat lunch. In the afternoon, we will explore one of the most amazing areas of Jerusalem and conclude the day with a tasty dinner. Overnight: Lady Stern Hotel, Jerusalem

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DAY 6 Sunday 7th June

The Our journey will now take us the lowest point on earth – the Dead Sea, where we will embrace the beautiful view of the Judean Desert. Before our arrival we will stop at Beresheet Farm, where those who wish may experience a camel ride and beautiful Bedouin hospitality. Our next experience will be the natural Dead Sea treasured spa in Kalia Beach. Be prepared to oat in the water and cover yourself with natural mud! Continue to a short hike to Reserve. Swim in the magni cent David’s Waterfall. Dinner at our Hotel. Overnight: HI Hostel, Ein Gedi

DAY7 Monday 8th June

Masada & Beit She’an This morning, we will visit the National , an amazing historical site with an ancient fortress on a huge plateau overlooking the Dead Sea, in the Judean Desert. Once completed, we will set to the North of Israel. Driving through the Valley, arriving to Gesher, where we will learn about the relationship of Israel and Jordan. Here, we will be able to see the border and even cross it. Our lunch will be a few minutes away and will bring us to Beit She'an; Jewish Cleveland sister City. . This afternoon will be dedicated to a community project with the local people of Beit She’an. In the evening we will arrive to Beit Alfa, where we will learn about the Kibbutz lifestyle. Dinner will be served in Kibbutz Beit Alfa. Overnight: Country Lodging, Kibbutz Beit Alfa

DAY 8 Tuesday 9th June

Beit She’an & Swimming in natural pools We will start our day with a visit to Beit She’an National Park where we will tour the excavations of the Roman Byzantine periods (the Roman Theater, streets, temples, and much more), and visit the Decapolis, we will then take part in a local family’s cooking program preparing your own food with the local residents and then enjoying it together with them over lunch. We will then drive to Gan Hashlosha, Ha’Sachne; one of the most beautiful natural pools created by nature. Dinner will be waiting back in our overnight Hotel. Overnight: El Mul , Kibbutz Sha’ar HaGolan

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DAY 9 Wednesday 10th June

Kayaking Trip, Druze Experience & Gamla The day will begin with a kayaking experience in one of the tributaries of the Jordan river. For lunch, we will be hosted by a Druze family and enjoy traditional Druze cuisine. Have a casual conversation with the members of the family - you might get to hear some details about the secret Druze religion. We will then embark to the , visiting Mt. Bental, one of the best viewpoints in the area, and see the different borders that surround Israel. Hear about the battles of the 1948 War of Independence and enter authentic bunkers used in the war. Continue to Gamla, an ancient fort, known as the “Second Massada” where we will have another B’nei Mitzvah experience together. Overnight: El Mul Golan, Kibbutz Sha’ar HaGolan

DAY 10 Thursday 11 June

Tzfat & Rosh Hanikra & Acre Our morning will start with a short visit to the beautiful picturesque City of Tzfat, the birthplace of the Kabbalah. Take a tour along the ancient streets of the city and get to know the variety of in the city. A short drive will bring us to Rosh Hanikra - northernmost point on the Israeli coast and in the Upper- with border between Israel and Lebanon. In the early afternoon, we will drive to Acre; the major Canaanite and Phoenician and Crusader stronghold. Visit the Fortress of Acre and enjoy the colourful market. Those who wish will embark on a night walk over the city walls, after our Dinner. Overnight: HI Hostel, Acre

DAY 11 Friday 12th June

Saying Our Goodbyes A group Transfer to Ben Gurion Airport to take our ights back home.

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June 2nd–12th 2020 11 days tour

Terms and conditions applicable to the itinerary are stated in the registration form attached. Please make sure you read before signing.

Price for this Itinerary: (Minimum 30 People): $3,300pp (Shared Room) A Child under 12 sharing parents room: $2,720 Single Supplement: $990

ACCOMMODATION: In Double Rooms. In the following or Similar 4/3 stars Hotels: 2-4.6.2020 Spot Hostel, Tel Aviv 4-7.6.2020 Lady Stern, Jerusalem 7-8.6.2020 HI Hostel, Ein Gedi 8-9.6.2020 Country Lodging, Beit Alfa 9-11.6.2020 El Mul Golan, Kibbutz Sha'ar HaGolan 11-12.6.2020 HI Hostel, Acre

THE PRICE INCLUDES: All accommodation costs 3 and 4 * Hotels as mentioned above Breakfasts, light lunches and 10 full evening meals All land transport costs - Bus Transport Group Transfer from and to the airport Entrance fee to the monuments speci ed in the itinerary and all activities. Local English-speaking guide Aya Massias as tour Leader

NOT INCLUDED: International ights Additional Meals Tips: $110 per person will be collected at the beginning of the tour Personal Expenses, Beverages, Insurances BORDER TAXES / VISAS / FLIGHTS

OPTIONAL GROUP BOOKING FLIGHT: Please contact us for further details

Please note: Registration will be open to people who have pre-registered until December 23rd, 2019. Thereafter, we will open registration to the rest of the congregation if there is space.

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