Day 1: Departure

Meet at Pearson Airport, say farewell to friends who have come to say bon voyage, board our wide-body jet for a non-stop flight to Tel Aviv and -- Israel, here we come!

Day 2: - Arrival

PM arrival at Ben Gurion Airport near Tel Aviv. Our representative and guide will meet you, help you through customs and porters will load your bags onto our latest model, super deluxe air conditioned tourist bus. In the evening, a welcome dinner at the Olive & Fish restaurant. D

Day 3: – Jerusalem

Today we begin the day on our way “up” to Jerusalem, a Shehechiyanu ceremony will take place. We will visit “Otef Yerushalayim” the new defence wall surrounding the city and many observation points surround the city. We will continue to the Kotel, followed by a tour of the neighbourhoods of Jerusalem. Visit Mea Shearim to watch the preparation for the Passover. Drive through the various parts of Jerusalem to get acquainted with this fascinating city. Visit Ammunition Hill, the site of the battle that liberated Jerusalem in 1967. Early return to the hotel to prepare for the communal Seder which will take place in the evening. BD

Day 4: – Passover in Jerusalem

This morning we participate in an optional walking tour of the Old City of Jerusalem, entering the gates of the Old City to explore the Jewish Quarter. Today is the first day of Pesach and during the afternoon you can rest, visit relatives or walk in the streets of Jerusalem, absorbing the special holiday spirit of this holy city. In the evening we’ll have dinner Beit Shalom. BD

Day 5: – Jerusalem

We begin our day at the Old City. An introduction to the history of the land of Israel and the region - get first-hand information on all the new developments in the area. Visit the Herodian mansion and the new “Hafirot Hakotel” (the new Wall excavations).Visit the new Davidson Exhibition and the Southern Wall where we will see parts of the original second temple wall! We visit the expanded site of the City of David. New discoveries make this site unique, extremely interesting and allow the historians to illustrate the events of King David’s days. Dinner will be served at the hotel. BD

Day 6: – New City of Jerusalem

We begin our touring of the New City of Jerusalem at the Model of Jerusalem, which depicts the Herodian period (Second Temple). We continue to the Knesset –the Modern Israeli parliament – and then to the Israel Museum. The Israel Museum holds a unique collection of Jewish artifacts and historical treasures that can only be collected in Israel. Continue to the new Yad Vashem, the holocaust memorial, for a lecture followed by a tour of the exhibits, Children’s Memorial, and Valley of the Communities. After a special “Yizkor” (memorial service), we proceed to visit Har Herzl,the burial place of most of Israel's great statesmen, the Herzl Museum and the military cemetery where Theodore Herzl is buried.If time permits, we will visit the new Supreme Court Building and the Malcha Shopping Mall, and then back to our deluxe hotel for dinner and overnight. BD

Day 7: – Archaeological dig

After breakfast, we proceed for archeological digging at Tel Maresha. We sort out the excavated items and then visit the caves at Tel-Maresha.In the afternoon, on the way back to Jerusalem. We continue to the Tank Museum, a place where you see all the tanks used by the IDF since 1948 or Absalom’s Caves, (if time permits) where we will view the spectacular stalagmite and stalactite caves. BD

Day 8: –Celebration

Shabbat is free to rest or explore Jerusalem, visit relatives etc. If you purchase advission tickets in advance you may avisit the Israel Museum.Evening: Tonight, our Family Bar/Bat Mitzvah celebration , a wonderful evening of dancing and singing,we will be entertained by and enjoy the talents of Israeli artists. A special celebratory dinner will be served - another evening of good times and family fun. (Guests may be invited) with prior coordination. Fee will be charged by our Israel office) Dinner will be at 7:30 pm. BLD

Day 9: – Tel Aviv

Today we visit Tel Aviv.On the way we stop in Rehovot to visit the amazing Machon Ayalon ammunition factory used by the Hagana before the war of independence. Proceed to the ancient, 4000 year old port city of Jaffa, catch a breathtaking view of modern Tel Aviv, take a stroll through the narrow and picturesque streets of the old city, view the art galleries and enjoy the special Mediterranean atmosphere. We proceed to Independence Hall and after a short lunch-break, visit the Carmel Market and the Azrieli Towers (if time permits) Return to Jerusalem for dinner. BD

Day 10: – Jerusalem

Today is the last day of Passover, we will leave Jerusalem around 12:00 noon and visit Caesarea and Haifa and will stop for dinner at Decks restaurant, then check into Galei Kinneret. BD

Day 11: – Galilee

Morning, we will start with Safed the city of the Kabbalah and artist colony. We will proceed to a Kibbutz to test our target shooting skills. We then will proceed to the Golan Heights to visit the Banias, one of the sources of the Jordan River, continue to Har Ben Tal which overlooks the Syrian side and the entire Golan Heights. We then continue to Katzrin to visit its wineries and the local museum.BD

Day 12: – Galilee – Dead Sea
We begin the day Tree Planting in the Golan. Continue via Tiberias to Beit Shean, the largest Roman City excavated in the Middle East. We visit the famous amphitheatre, and walk through the streets to admire the Roman architecture and technical ingenuity. Continue to the Jordan valley and pause to view the Kingdom of Jordan from an observation point and continue directly toEin Gedi in the Dead Sea. There we will have a chance for an evening dip in the mineral rich waters and to cover our bodies with black mud and enjoy the spa which will stay open to accommodate us. Dinner will be served at the hotel. BD

Day 13: – Masada & the Negev
Today we will get up early and ascend Masada via the new cable car. We will have a comprehensive tour of the site and after a walk around Herod's Palace. We will then proceed for exceptional family excitement, a special Desert Experience! At “Hanokdim Farm” we’ll experience Bedouin style hospitality feasting at a “Chafla Lunch”. Nearby, we’ll go for a ride in the desert on a camel caravan! We than head to Eilat. On the way, if time permits, we will visit the famous Solomon Pillars. We will later check in at our deluxe hotel.

Dinner at the hotel. BLD

Day 14: – Eilat
Enjoy Eilat, great shopping, snorkelling and other water sports or just enjoy the pool and the facilities at the hotel. Friday night B

Day 15: – Eilat
Another free day to enjoy Eilat. After sundown, fly to Tel Aviv to the international airport to check in to our return flight back to Canada. Those flying with AC will stay in Eilat one more night. B

Day 16:– return flight
Early morning return flight to Canada for those who have decided to end the trip; you may pre plan to extend your stay in Israel. El Al arrival in Toronto is estimated to be at 06:15 A.M. Those returning with AC will be flown in the morning to Ben-Gurion to connect to a 1245 departure to Canada. B

As bookings are made months prior to departure it may be necessary to make minor changes before the final itinerary is published. Final versions of the itinerary will be sent to the participants approximately a month before departure. 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 be made at the last minute subject to number of participants and availability on location.

Time Table:

1. Interview and Registration.
2. Finalize extensions of stay, additional tours and other individual arrangements. It is highly recommended to finalize these arrangements no later than 3 months before departure.
3. Travel insurance must be issued 2.5 months prior to departure (Deposits becomes non refundable).
4. Airline tickets must be paid and issued 35 days prior to departure.
5. Final payments must be made 30 days prior to departure.
6. 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.
7. Passports must be valid for six months beyond travel date