Day One
Tuesday – Bruchim HaBaim, VIP Arrival and Hotel Transfer
Welcome to Israel
Welcome home! A representative of the tour company will meet you as you disembark from the plane and streamline your visa and customs processing. You will be brought to a waiting VIP van which will bring you to your hotel.
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Day Two
Wednesday – Old City Jerusalem
Ramparts Repelling
We will walk from the Jaffa Gate on top of the old city’s walls recounting the words of King David;
סֹ֣בּוּ צִ֖יוֹן וְהַקִּיפ֑וּהָ סִ֜פְר֗וּ מִגְדָּלֶֽיהָ שִׁ֚יתוּ לִבְּכֶ֨ם לְֽחֵילָ֗ה פַּסְּג֥וּ אַרְמְנוֹתֶ֑יהָ לְמַ֥עַן תְּ֜סַפְּר֗וּ לְד֣וֹר אַֽחֲרֽוֹן
“Walk about Zion and encompass her, count her towers. Mark well in your hearts her ramparts, raise up her palaces, that you may tell it to subsequent generations.” Then we will test our emunah by strapping ourselves up and repelling down those walls.
The Kotel – Western Wall
If Jerusalem is the heart of the Jewish People then the Temple Mount and its western retaining wall are its soul. After the Temple’s destruction 2,000 years ago, the Western Wall or kotel is one of its last remaining walls. Although made of limestone, local tradition holds that it is made up of the tears and prayers of 2,000 years of Jews yearning for “Next year in Jerusalem.” According to Jewish thought the Temple Mount is the holiest place on earth and the entryway to the spiritual world.
Kotel 3D Experience
Using the newest 360 degree technology we will travel back in time to the heart of the universe, the utmost in luxurious construction and beauty. We will hear the singing of the Levites as we walk through the Holy Temple and see its glory.
Jewish Quarter – Including the Burnt House & Churva Synagogue
The Jewish Quarter has had a Jewish presence almost continuously for 2,700 years! Home to nearly 3,300 residents, it combines history, religion, and archeology as well as shops and restaurants, yeshivas and synagogues. Although there is a modern neighborhood on top of these ancient ruins, the stones come to life and whisper the prophecy of Zachariah that “there will once again sit old men and women in the squares of Jerusalem, and the streets will be filled with playing children.”
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Day Three
Thursday – Jerusalem Old City
City of David
Just outside of the Old City we will explore the ancient city where King David held his capital. Ir David, or the “City of David” as it is known in English, is the actual location of the biblical city of Jerusalem captured by King David over 3,000 years ago. Highlights include entering the secret tunnel leading to the Gihon Spring, walking through Hezekiah’s water tunnel, The Olei Regalim street from the Breichat Hashiloach up to “Wall Street” the ancient financial district and shopping area.
Southern Wall Excavations
At the Southwest corner of Har Habayit lies the excavated ruins of the Second Temple Period, downtown Jerusalem from 2,000 years ago! From here we will be able to recreate in our mind’s eye the sights and sounds of a bustling marketplace filled with cohanim and nevi’im,, rabanim and olei regel. The archeological gardens are littered with the treasures of the Jewel in the Crown of Jerusalem…Bayit Sheni.
Machane Yehuda Shuk – Jerusalem Market
There are no words to accurately describe the “shuk”…one must immerse themselves in the sights, smells, and above all, tastes of Jerusalem’s largest outdoor food market. It teems with locals and tourists alike, and is a meeting place for Jerusalemites from all over. Make sure to taste the chalva, techina, the famous marzipan rugalach, and get a fresh Juice from Uzi.
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Day Four
Friday – Beit Shemesh
Dig For a Day
At Beit Guvrin/Maresha, the land of 5,000 caves, we will take part in a modern archaeological excavation. Maresha was the hometown of the prophet Michah and has a 3,000 year history, as well as having been conquered and destroyed numerous times. Dig For a Day is a unique opportunity to get your hands dirty with the past by participating in an active archaeological dig searching for lost treasure and exploring underground caves that haven’t been seen for 2,100 years.
Beit Guvrin National Park
Beit Guvrin or Maresha as it’s known in the bible, is the land of 5,000 caves. Maresha was the hometown of the biblical prophet Michah and has a 3,000 year history, as well as having been conquered and destroyed numerous times. The city sat on hills of soft chalk which the ancients quarried under their homes for building material resulting in an unbelievable underground systems of caves, and tunnels. We will get to explore these underground caves that haven’t been seen for 2,100 years, as well as perhaps seeing the famous bell caves, columbarium, and amphitheater of the Roman city.
Bar Kochva Tunnels
Almost 1,900 years ago the soldiers of Bar Kochva fought a guerrilla war against the Roman Empire. The ruins of a town from that period were discovered here with escape tunnels running underneath the ruins that we will explore on our hands and knees. This is not for the claustrophobic! You must bring flashlights and clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty.
Evening Recommendation – Shabbat at the Western Wall
Friday night is a special time to be in Jerusalem. With the setting sun a new day begins – Shabbat.The Kotel in Jerusalem becomes a unifying place for the Jews as holiness of time and place intertwine. Soldiers and Hassids, tourists and locals, dance arm in arm together to welcome the Jewish Sabbath with song and joy. This celebration has no parallel in the world and should not be missed.
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Day Five
Saturday – Shabbat Shalom
Shabbat Rest
Take a day to recover from a hectic week of travel and touring. As the Holy City takes a rest let’s take this opportunity to visit one of Jerusalem’s hundreds of synagogues, stroll through one of the many parks Jerualem has to offer, or just rest up and re-JEW-venate as we recharge for next week. We got a lot of ground to cover motzei Shabbos!
Evening Activity – Tower of David Night Spectacular
4,000 years of Jerusalem come alive as they are projected on the walls of the Tower of David. In this citadel, where once the palace of King Herod and the Maccabees stood, the history of the city will be projected in a beautiful swirl of sounds and images which will bring the stones almost literally to life.
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Day Six
Sunday – Hevron
Kfar Etzion Heritage Center
The Kfar Etzion Museum is situated in Kibbutz Kfar Etzion, one of the four kibbutzs that was founded in the 1920s, on the Jerusalem – Hebron road. In 1948 one of the bloodiest battles in Israel’s history took place on this site, ending in a massacre and the death of 240 defenders. At the newly renovated museum we will see an interactive video experience which tells the stories of these heroes ending in the memorial room over the bunker which saw the last stand.
Arugot Farm
Located in the heart of the biblical “Wilderness of Zif” where King David composed many of the Psalms and hid from King Saul, the Arugot Farms, in just a few years, has transformed the barren desolate Judean wilderness into a Garden of Eden-like oasis, unlike anything in The Land. We will meet Rabbi Ari Abramowitz, one of the pioneers behind the project who will show us why his farm is an integral part of the modern redemption of the Land of Israel.
Herodion National Park
2,000 years ago atop a mountain on the edge of the Judean Desert, at the site where he wanted to be buried, King Herod built a summer palace par excellance. Atop this artificial mountain sits an architectural marvel that still inspires wonder today. We will see the recently excavated and reconstructed site of King Herod’s grave, as well as his private palace and theater. In two successive wars with the Romans, Jewish rebels commandeered this site and dug escape tunnels as well as a synagogue which stood at the same time as the Second Temple, making it one of the oldest synagogues in the world!
Hevron
3,800 years ago Avraham Avinu made the first land acquisition in Eretz Yisrael for Am Yisrael. Mearat HaMachpela has been a site of pilgrimage and prayer for the children of Avraham and Sara, and the city of Hevron is waiting with open arms.
Kever Rachel
Chazal tell us that Rachel was buried on the road by Beit Lechem so that those Jews going into exile would be consoled by the hope that her prayers guarantee our return. In the place where Binyamin was born and Rachel died, David Hamelech and the seeds of Moshaich will sprout. There is a special segula at Kever Rachel to daven for the Geula Shleima.
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Day Seven
Monday – Mediterranean Coast
Caesarea
This picturesque 2,000 year old port city was a dream of King Herod. The Caesarea port was an unparalleled feat of engineering and instrumental in solidifying trade agreements with the Roman Empire. It was at the time, one of the largest cities in the Roman Empire and the capital of Rome in Israel. We will visit the excavated hippodrome, theater and bathhouse. Once a symbol of Roman power, today Caesarea is a testament to the eventual victory of the Jews over Rome.
Mei Kedem Water Tunnels
Step into a time machine at Mei Kedem and embark on a thrilling journey through the hidden wonders of a 2,000 year old Roman water tunnels. We will splash through an ancient Roman water tunnel built by the Romans to bring water to Caesarea, but today used as a fun place to beat the heat.
TOMO Candy Making Workshop
Israel might have been in biblical times a Land that flows with milk and honey…but in our generation it’s full of all things sweet. At TOMO candy workshop we will have the opportunity to make our own custom made candies and even get to take it home with us!
Kfar Kedem Mishnaic Village – Donkey Ride & Lunch
Let’s go back in time 2,000 years to a simpler time before modern conveniences such as packaged sliced bread and cars and trucks. In this reconstructed Mishnaic era village we will get to glimpse, if only for a few hours, what life was like for our ancestors in the Land of Israel. We will learn about ancient agriculture, ride donkeys, and even bake our own fresh pita bread. The experience includes a delicious rustic lunch served outdoors.
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Day Eight
Tuesday – Galilee
Majrassa Nature Reserve Water Hike
The Majrassa Nature reserve is situated around -200 meter BELOW sea level, and two times deeper than Death Valley, the area is streaming with life…pun intended. At the northern side of the Sea of Galilee is a convergence of streams, which is Israel’s largest freshwater nature reserve. The Majrassa hike starts with just your feet getting wet as we walk through a lush trail, and ends in about 5 feet of water.this hike is a great way to cool down on a hot summer’s day.
Jordan River Bungee Swing
Experience an adrenaline-packed adventure surrounded by Israel’s stunning views over the Jordan River. Soar above the Jordan River, marvel at the Galilee and Golan mountains, and cool off in the river below. The bungee swing offers a thrilling leap and swing for extreme enthusiasts. Accessible to all and requiring no experience, these activities promise unforgettable excitement and can be enjoyed repeatedly. Come for the thrill, stay for the breathtaking scenery!
Tzfat Old City & Artist Quarter
In Judaism’s most mystical book, the Zohar, Tzfat is described as having the purest air in all of Israel and that’s not only because Tzfat is almost 3,000 feet in elevation. Of Judaism’s four Holy Cities, Tzfat is the one described as mystical and connected to the element of air, that which is intangible… hidden. It is for this reason that 500 years ago Tzfat attracted mystics and rabbis and built breathtaking synagogues which we will explore. In recent years Tzfat’s beauty has attracted artists from all over who have opened their galleries to the public, making Tzfat a highlight of any trip to Israel.
Decks Restaurant
No trip to Tiberias is complete without dinner at the most popular steakhouse in the Middle East. Sitting on a veranda along the shores of the Kinneret, the combination of stunning views and wide variety of smoked and barbecued meats create an unparalleled dining experience. Get there for sunset to see the reflection of the setting sun along the Golan Heights.
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Day Nine
Wednesday – Jordan Valley
Slingshot IDF Bunker Challenge
Capt. Yaakov Selavan will take us on an exciting field adventure in the footsteps of the 188th brigades holding back the advancing Syrian army during the 1973 Yom Kippur War. We will descend into the darkness of Tel Saki and work together to turn our fears into strengths as we connect the experiences of IDF soldiers to our own Jewish identity.
Pizza with IDF Soldiers
Join us in giving back to the brave IDF soldiers who have been tirelessly guarding the front lines against Syria since October 7th. We’re hosting a special barbecue event to honor their dedication and sacrifice. This is a heartfelt opportunity to show our gratitude, lift their spirits, and provide a taste of home. Come together as a community to share delicious food, offer support, and let our heroes know how much we appreciate their unwavering commitment to our safety. Your participation and contributions will make a meaningful difference in the lives of those who protect us every day.
Gan Hashlosha Swim
Gan Hashlosha or the Sachne as the locals call it, was listed by Time magazine as one of the most beautiful places in Israel and one of the top 20 exotic places in the world. This natural thermal spring has a year-round water temperature of 82 degrees! These pools are a welcome relief to the temperature outside, whether it be hot or cold, and swimming in this paradise is enjoyable year round.
Atv & Rappelling Adventure in the Judean Desert
We will start our adventure riding all terrain vehicles in a barren desert. In a place where very little can live we will find signs of life from times past while enjoying stunning views of the mountains of Judea and Moab. From there we will continue to the backyard of Yirmiyahu HaNAvi and the Valley in which Eliyahu HaNavi hid out called Wadi Qelt. This valley, which spans from the Samarian/Judean Mountains all the way down to Yericho, is the biblical border between Binyamin and Yehuda and is rich with history as well as flora and fauna. Here we will test our resolve by rappelling down a sheer cliff into the valley!
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Day Ten
Thursday – Dead Sea
Masada
Masada stands as a powerful reminder of Jewish resilience and strength. Built by King Herod in 30 BCE atop a rugged desert plateau, its cliffs and towering walls made it a near impenetrable stronghold above the Dead Sea. Decades later, it became the final refuge for Jewish rebels fighting against the Roman Empire. Their last stand has come to symbolize unwavering courage, with Masada forever embodying the pledge that “Masada shall not fall again,” a promise of endurance and defiance that echoes through generations.
Ein Gedi National Park
We will visit this desert oasis where King David hid from his enemy Saul as recounted in the Bible in the Book of Samuel. Here we can do easy to difficult hikes through the beautiful Judean Desert, periodically stopping to dip in the cold water springs, and cool off under the waterfalls. It’s not uncommon while hiking in this nature reserve to see wild ibex drinking from the stream, hyraxes climbing the trees, or eagles soaring overhead.
Dead Sea Float
Have you ever wondered what it feels like to be weightless? Here in the lowest place on earth we have the saltiest lake in the world. The water is so dense that it’s impossible to sink. The waters of the Dead Sea have been known throughout antiquity to have healing qualities, and a day at the Dead Sea has the power to rejuvenate the skin. The hypersalinity and high mineral content have been shown to be therapeutic for arthritis, psoriasis, eczema, and much, much more.
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Day Eleven
Friday, Binyamin
Shiloh
In the center of the hill country of Ephraim was discovered the first capital of Israel, from over 3,000 years ago! Walking through the excavations of Tel Shiloh is like walking through a time machine back to the period of the Shoftim when Eli HaCohen was Cohen Gadol and the Navi Shmuel was just a lad. Here the Mishkan stood for 369 years as the spiritual center of Am Yisrael and the resting place of the shekhina. One can almost smell the Ketoret as we stand at the entrance to the Mishkan where the righteous Chana taught us the proper way to daven.
Blacksmith Apprentice Workshop
It says in the Torah that Hashem refined the nation in the Iron Crucible of Egypt, melting the metal and removing its impurities. After a bit of time with Yossi you’ll really understand what that truly means. We will melt Iron in his workshop and craft it into jewelry, where we will make our own souvenirs with the iron of Eretz Yisroel. A constant reminder of the pasuk in Dvarim that tells us “For Hashem your G-d is bringing you into a good land…a land whose stones are iron.”
כִּי יְהוָה אֱלֹהֶיךָ, מְבִיאֲךָ אֶל-אֶרֶץ טוֹבָה. אֶרֶץ אֲשֶׁר אֲבָנֶיהָ בַרְזֶל
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Day Twelve
Saturday – Shabbat Shalom, Shabbat Rest – time to re-JEW-venate
Take a day to recover from a hectic week of travel and touring. As the State of Israel takes a rest, why not take this opportunity to visit one of Jerusalem’s hundreds of synagogues, lay out by the pool, or stroll through one of the many parks Jerualem has to offer.
Evening suggestion – Ben Yehuda Street
Experience the vibrant pulse of Jerusalem on Motzei Shabbat as you leisurely stroll along Ben Yehuda Street. Lit by the warm glow of streetlights, the lively atmosphere invites you to explore the chachka shops, enjoy a shawarma, and immerse yourself in the unique blend of modernity and tradition that defines this iconic avenue. Let the post-Shabbat energy envelop you in the heart of the city.
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Day Thirteen
Sunday – Jerusalem
Kever Shmuel HaNavi
Just outside of Jerusalem lies the traditional kever of the Shmuel Hanavi. The product of a miraculous birth, he lived his life in kedusha and became one of Israel’s greatest nevi’im even being compared to Moshe! As the leader of Am Yisrael 3,000 years ago, he anointed both Shaul Hamelech and David Hamelech, and wrote several books of the TaNaCh. His kever commands one of the most strategic positions overlooking Jerusalem, and it is for that reason that it will be a battle site and gathering point for nearly every army that comes through the Land.
Temple Mount Sifting Project
In 1999 a new giant staircase was illegally dug into the Temple Mount, destroying tons of archeological remains. 400 truckloads of unsifted archeological debris spanning thousands of years from Judaism’s holiest mountain were dumped like garbage into the Kidron Valley. At this unique site we will get the chance to be amateur archeologists sifting through the debris of Har Habayit! In 15 years nearly ¾ of the debris has been sifted and sorted giving us a greater understanding of the Temple mount in Jerusalem. There are few things as meaningful as finding the remains of the Beit Hamikdash with your own hands.
Khan Shaar HaGai Battle Museum
In 1948 when Israel was fighting for its independence, Jerusalem with one sixth of the Jewish population of Israel living was under intense siege. The battle for the soul of Israel – our eternal capital – was raging and it seemed as though Jerusalem might have been lost. At the Shaar HaGai museum we will learn about the battle for the roads, and the challenges our soldiers had when trying to capture Jerusalem. After coming here and seeing the armored cars that fought in the battles, and hearing the personal stories of the soldiers, we can truly appreciate our modern and eternal capital city.
Mount Hertzl National Cemetery
Perched on one of the highest hills in western Jerusalem, is our country’s national cemetery. Buried at the peak of this hill, is the namesake of the mountain, Theodore Hertzl, the founder of modern Zionism. Flanking Hertzl are Presidents and Prime Ministers, on a foundation of our boys…IDF soldiers who have fallen in battle. No nation is given its land on a silver platter; those who sacrificed their lives are here as a monument to the struggle for our homeland.
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Day Fourteen
Monday – L’hitraot, VIP Departure and Airport Transfer
VIP Transfer and Departure
In Israel we dont say goodbye we say l’hitraot…that means “see you later.”
A representative of our company will bring you to Ben Gurion Airport and streamline your flight check-in and departure. Looking forward to next time!
