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Day 1 – On “Burma Road” to Jerusalem
• Head towards Jerusalem along the 1948 “Burma Road”, and learn about the battles in Shahar Hagai during the War of Independence.
• Upon reaching Jerusalem embark on a tour by foot of the Jewish Quarter. See its main historical sites, and feel is special atmosphere today.
• Descend to the plaza of the Western wall and join the crowds praying at this holy site. Combine it with a new virtual presentation of this area in the time of the Temple.
• Time permitting, descend to the City of David and appreciate the significant finds made here from the time of the bible.
• In the evening you can consider going to the Tower of David night spectacular.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Day 2 – Reach Masada
• Drive towards the Dead Sea. Optional stop on at Sea Level sign for fun and short Camel Ride.
• At Masada we admire the site which witnessed a great drama 2000 years ago. See the wealth of remains and assess its tragic end for the Jewish rebels.
• Have an authentic kibbutz lunch experience at Kibbutz Ein Gedi , followed by a stroll in the kibbutz’ famous Botanical Gardens.
• Alternatively drive to one of the hotels by the Dead Sea for a lunch and swim experience.
• On the way back to Jerusalem stop for a view of the caves where the famous Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered (Qumran).
• If time permits, learn how Biblical Tzitzit was made at the unique Tekhelet Factory.
Overnight: Jerusalem or Tiberias
DAY 3- Jewish Spirituality In The Galilee
• Drive to Safed, former center known for Kabbalah philosophy and now as Jewish artists’ colony.
• Stroll along Safed’s main street and appreciate its Jewish Art galleries.
• Visit Ha’ari Hakadosh synagogue, and where Rabbi Yosef Karo compiled the “Shulchan Aruch”.
• Nearby, visit the famous tomb of the Rashbi , the most popular Rabbi’s tomb in Israel.
• Head back to Tiberias, and head for some watersports in the Sea of Galilee!
Overnight: Tiberias
Day 4 – Explore the Golan Heights
• Ascend the Golan heights and reach the top of mount Bental there you can view both Israel and deep into Syria. You can also explore here an unmanned IDF bunker.
• Nearby visit the 1973 battle site “Valley of Tears”. Here, in October 1973 a small tank force heroically successfully held against a massive Syrian attack.
• Join an ATV tour next to the Syrian to appreciate the beauty of the • Continue to the Flea Market for a lunch break and chance finds of rare vintage memorabilia.
• Have a special lunch experience in a Druze village.
• Head to Tel-Aviv. Time permitting stop at Caesarea to learn about its rich history and Jewish significance.
Overnight: Tel-Aviv
Day 5 – Be A Tel-Avivian
• Enter Independence Hall, on Rothschild boulevard, where the state of Israel was declared.
• Continue on Rothschild boulevard and learn how Tel-Aviv was established and developed into Israel’s metropolis.
• Continue to Jaffa and learn about its rich history. Stroll in its scenic alleys and enjoy its special art galleries.
• Continue to the Flea Market for a lunch break and chance finds of rare vintage memorabilia.
• Reach Rabin Assassination site. Here, in 1995 the Israeli prime minister was shot by opposition to the contemporary peace process with the Palestinians.
• Time permitting, visit the Palmach Museum, the ANU Museum, or try the extreme jet fighter flight simulator (“The Squadron”)!