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Legend :

B - Breakfast

L - Lunch

D - Dinner

DAY 1: Sunday – December 21, 2008

Meet at the Airport, bid farewell to friends who have come to say good-bye, board our flight – Israel, here we come!

DAY 2: Monday – December 22 – Tel Aviv

Welcome to Israel! Eagerly awaiting your arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, our guide will help you through customs and porters will load your bags onto our super deluxe, air-conditioned motor coach. We’ll drive to Tel Aviv, the modern business and cultural capital of Israel, check into our luxurious, beachfront hotel near the Tel Aviv Marina and Sea Promenade. You might be too excited to relax and absorb some sunshine with the thrill of being in our land of Israel. During the welcome dinner, we will be briefed on the program. In the evening, walk through people friendly Dizengoff Street with its sidewalk cafes or along the promenade, listen to the surf and get ready for a dream come true. Overnight at the beautiful, deluxe Carlton Hotel. D

DAY 3: Tuesday – Dec. 23- Tel Aviv

After your delicious buffet breakfast, you’ll start your orientation tour in the 4,000 year old port city of Jaffa, from which you’ll have a breath-taking view of modern Tel Aviv and the ancient/modern contrast of the two. You’ll want to stroll through the narrow, picturesque streets of this old city, view the art galleries and enjoy the special Mediterranean ambiance. Next, we drive south from Tel Aviv to Machon Ayalon to visit the pre-state underground ammunition factory. After a short lunch break we visit the Carmel Market shopping district, to mingle with the crowd and become part of this bustling life style. We proceed to Beit Hatefutsoth - the Museum of the Jewish Diaspora for a special family adventure. The children will have a special role in discovering “The routes of the Roots”. We proceed to Independence Hall where the declaration of the establishment was made in 1948 by the first Israeli Prime minister-David Ben Gurion. We will be able to learn about the first steps of the newly established Jewish state. If time permits we’ll take you to the tallest skyscraper in Israel (designed by Canadian architect David Azrieli), Azrieli Center where you can have a sky-high panoramic view of Tel Aviv. Dine at Maganda for a taste of Middle Eastern cuisine at the Yemenite quarter. BD

DAY 4: Wednesday – Dec. 24 - Enroute to Galilee

After a bountiful breakfast, alas, we bid farewell to Tel Aviv and drive north along the coastal road, visit Caesarea the

most famous port city built by King Herod, we will visit the newly excavated Hippodrome and experience the new Multi Media Show that depicts the history of this ancient city and experience its new attractions. Drive through a Druze village on the way to Haifa, Israel’s major port city. View the Baha’i Shrine and beautiful Persian Gardens. Proceed to the ancient holy city of Safed; visit the artist’s colony and the tiny old synagogues in the town where Kabala was ‘mystically’ born. We proceed through the mountains of Galilee to our hotel. Dinner at the hotel. BD

DAY 5: Thursday – Dec. 25 - Galilee/Golan

Exploring the northernmost part of Israel: What a blast! We begin at Kibbutz Ayelet Hashachar’s shooting range to test our target shooting skills! As the kids boast about who scored best, we drive towards Kiryat Shmona, then take the cable car to the mountaintop Kibbutz Manara. From here you’ll photograph a great view of the Northern Galilee and Lebanon. We continue to the Banias Springs, one of the sources of the Jordan River, where we will pause to enjoy our box lunches (supplied by the hotel). Afterwards, we’ll proceed to Har (Mount) Ben Tal. This stronghold overlooks the deserted Syrian city of Kuneitra and provides a breath taking view of the whole area including kibbutzim below and shows how vulnerable they had been, prior to 1967. We then visit an Army Base, for yet another unbelievable experience, speak with the soldiers who defend the northern borders and observe the life of a real combat unit! (This northern program and the visit to the army base is subject to change due to the political situation and the ability of IDF to host groups). In the evening we drive to Tiberias where we have an evening of surprises, fun and good food at Decks (Israeli grill) Restaurant. Overnight at Sheraton Tiberias. BD

DAY 6: Friday – Dec. 26 - Enroute to Jerusalem

We drive to the east bank of the Sea of Galilee to visit Mitzpe Kfar Haruv from which we will have a fantastic view of Lake Kinneret and better understand the political complexities in this part of the Golan Heights. We continue south, via the eastern shores of the Sea of Galilee, along the borders with Syria and Jordan to Beit Shean, then view the Roman Amphitheatre and tour the largest excavation site of any Roman city in the Middle East. We’ll continue through the coastal plain, attempting an early Jerusalem arrival to participate in a

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‘Shehechiyanu’ ceremony. After registration in our deluxe hotel, and a short break, we drive to the Western Wall to watch and participate in the Friday night prayers. Shabbat Dinner at the hotel. BD

DAY 7: Shabbat – Dec. 27 - Jerusalem

A free day: Walking tour to explore the Old City, or visit relatives, friends. Swim in the enclosed pool, rest before the tour continues. Tonight at 7:30 pm, we will participate in our Bar/Bat Mitzvah celebration dinner Party. Guests may be invited (must be coordinated in advance). The party will take place at the Inbal Hotel main ballroom. Overnight in Jerusalem. BD

DAY 8: Sunday – Dec. 28 - Jerusalem Old City

Before entering the Old City we’ll have a historical orientation then our guide will take us through sites to which very few have access! We will visit the Jewish Quarter, the Cardo, and the colonnaded main street of Byzantine Jerusalem. The Kotel (Judaism’s holiest site -- the Western Wall, in which you may place a note). Visit the Davidson Exhibition to see a fantastic computer imaging presentation of the Temple. We’ll see the Hafirot Hakotel (the most recent Wall excavations), Southern Wall Excavations, the Rabbinical Tunnel under the Temple Mount, the stores under the Robinson Arch. Learn of the illegal excavations by those who are trying to destroy Jewish archeological evidence of our homeland. Lunch break at Ramat Rachel and then visit the famous protection wall surrounding Jerusalem. Ride the Time Elevator, a multi-media attraction which takes you on a fascinating, three-dimensional, simulated ride through the last two millennia of Jerusalem’s history. See the Bazaars and more… Evening is free. Overnight in Jerusalem. B

DAY 9: Monday – Dec. 29 - Jerusalem New City

We begin our day at the new Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Memorial, for a lecture followed by a tour of its exhibits, Children’s Memorial and Dead Communities Valley. We proceed to Har Herzle, the Military Cemetery to pay homage to Theodore Herzle, other Israeli statesmen and heroes at their final resting place. View the Knesset (Israel’s Parliament) and view the beautiful new Supreme Court building Visit the Israel Museum and on the back to the hotel we visit a diamond and gold factory. Before dinner the families will meet the Rabbi, and then the bar/bat mitzvah children will have a chance to rehearse privately, in comfort, with him. Evening: dinner in a restaurant. Overnight: Jerusalem. BD

DAY 10: TUESDAY – Dec. 30 - Archeological dig

Early departure, we drive west to Modi’in tree planting center and ceremony. Continue to the ancient city, Beit Govrin for archeological digging at Tel Maresha. We sort through our excavated treasures in the caves! We proceed to Latrun to visit the magnificent Mini Israel. At Mini Israel you’ll be mesmerized by the astonishing miniature replicas of all the major structures and historical sites of Israel, which make this country unique. We’ll then tour the Armored Forces Museum occupying the premises formerly used by the British Army during their mandate. This site was of strategic importance in defense of the Tel Aviv – Jerusalem supply route during the War of Independence. Today young soldiers (and visitors) learn of those who preceded them here. You’ll have plenty of photo opportunities as you and your children examine all the different tanks and armored vehicles that

were in IDF service before we return back to Jerusalem and if time permits we stop on the way at the Scrolls of Fire Monument. Dinner at the hotel. BD

DAY 11: Wednesday – Dec. 31

Desert experience/Dead Sea

Today we bid farewell to Jerusalem with an early departure for a hike to Ein Gedi Falls than to Kfar Hanokdim for our Desert Experience – a day of exceptional family excitement! We’ll encounter the desert Bedouins at Havat Hanokdim. A caravan of camels will take us for a ride through the desert where we’ll have a “Chafla” lunch, enjoying Bedouin hospitality. We proceed to the hotel for a dip in the mineral - rich waters of the Dead Sea, cover our bodies with black mud and have fun. We spend the night at the deluxe seaside Hod Hotel, near Massada. BLD

DAY 12: Thursday – Jan. 1, 2009 - Massada/Enroute to Eilat

A pre-dawn ascent of Massada by cable car to view the gorgeous sunrise over the desert and Dead Sea from this fortress which staved off the arduous Roman advance and earned a position as one of one hundred “World Heritage Sites” by the United Nations. The Bar/Bat Mitzvah service will be held in our shaded spot, ensuring everyone’s maximum enjoyment of the ceremony. You’ll have some time to visit the famous palace, synagogue, bathhouse and more, built here by Herod the Great. We begin our tour via Beer Sheba for a short stop at the Air Force Museum at Hazerim Air Base. Continuing south through countless wonderfully, surprising desert scenes, we’ll visit the magnificent Ramon Crater and – if time permits - to the copper mines of Timnah to visit Solomon’s Pillars. Tonight we are going to have our farewell dinner. Overnight at our deluxe hotel in Eilat. BD

DAY 13: Friday – Jan. 2, 2009 - Eilat

Free in Eilat to enjoy the sun and the sea. Take advantage of the snorkeling and diving opportunities. Shabbat dinner will be served at the hotel. BD

DAY 14: Saturday – Jan. 3, 2009 - Eilat

This morning you are free to enjoy Eilat; complete your shopping in this V.A.T. - free town and pack. Undoubtedly, many names and phone numbers will be exchanged and many good-byes will be said. Those flying with El Al tonight will be transferred to the airport for their flight back to Tel Aviv and onto their flight home, from Ben Gurion Airport. B

DAY 15: Sunday – January 4, 2009

Those who fly El AL – early morning 0100 departure back to Canada to arrive back at 0600 just in time for breakfast. Those flying AC will require an additional night either in Eilat or Tel Aviv and will depart at Noon (12:30 pm) to arrive back home around 6:00 pm.

As bookings are made months prior to departure it may be necessary to make minor changes before the final itinerary is published. The information meeting held prior to departure will provide further details. All efforts are made to use the restaurants mentioned in the itinerary. However changes may have to be made at the last minute subject to number of participants and availability, on location.

Prices: 2007 prices* All in Canadian dollars No of rooms *EL AL (12 nights) *Air Canada (13 nights)

Per family Inbal** Inbal*

1. Single (One person in a room) 1 $ 6,179 $ 6,479

2. Couple (sharing one room) 1 $ 9,922 $10,341

3. Family of 3 (2 adults and 1 BM child in one room) 1 $13,855 $14,126

4. Family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children, one under 12) 2 $19,418 $19,916

5. Family of 4 (2 adults and 2 children above 12) 2 $19,862 $20,360

6. Family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children, 2 under 12) 2 $22,360 $22,929

7. Family of 5 (3 children, 1 under 12) 2 $22,804 $23,373

8. Family of 5 (2 adults and 3 children above 12) 2 $23,234 $23,817

9. Family of 6 (2 adults and 4 children in 2 rooms, 3/room 2 on request

Those who buy land only will receive air credit of $1700 for Air Canada or El Al (The credit for child under 12 is 25% less).

** In both options all the hotels are the same except for Jerusalem where you have a choice of the Inbal or David Citadel (alcove deluxe rooms) subject to space availability.

PRICES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE

Pre and post tour hotel charges: 2007 prices

Pre night at the Carlton* Post night at Hilton Eilat

Single $199 $228

Couple $228 $256

Family of 3 $252 $281

Family of 4 in two rooms $399 $469

Family of 5 in two rooms $427 $499

Family of 6 in two rooms $450 $540

Payments:

Partial payments can be made in Israeli Bonds! Full payment is required 30 days prior to departure. Tickets and insurance may be paid by credit card; the balance must be paid by cheque.

Registration:

A deposit of $300 CAD per person is required to secure space on the tour. The deposit becomes non-refundable two months prior to departure.

Cancellation Policy:

The deposit is refundable up to 3 months prior to departure.

After payments are made, air tickets are subject to $250 cancellation penalty. Land services are subject to 50% cancellation fee up to 14 days prior to departure and 75% 14 days or less, prior to departure.

Price Includes:

Time Table:

1. Finalize extensions of stay, additional tours and other individual arrangements as soon as you can.

2. Travel insurance must be issued 3 months prior to departure (Deposits becomes non refundable).

3. Airline tickets must be paid and issued 35 days prior to departure.

4. Final land tour payments must be made 30 days prior to departure.

5. An information meeting will be held prior to departure to give participants an opportunity to meet. Valuable information and documentation will be distributed. Out of town families will receive materials by courier.)

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Information and registration form

Tour Date December 21, 2008 – January 04, 2009

LAST NAME FIRST NAME BIRTH DATE (dd mm yy) Frequent Flyer #

(If required)

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Mailing address _______________________________________P. Code_________________

Tel. _____________________ Bus.______________________ Cell._____________________

Fax _____________________ Email ___________________________________

Hebrew names: Child_________________Father________________Mother_______________

Bar/Bat Mitzvah child: Kohen ____, Levy ___, Israel ___.

Special requirements: (medical, meals or food etc.)

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REGISTRATION

I wish to register and secure space on your tour departing (date) ___________________

Please find enclosed a cheque for our deposit* in the amount of $300 x ____ no. of Persons = $______

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