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I can not begin to tell you how much Bob and I enjoyed our first trip to Israel. We met incredible people on our tour and I know we will stay in touch. Our tour guide had such passion for his country that it was infectious. Nobody wanted the tour to end!


The trip to Israel and Jordan was a wonderful experience. We had a very congenial group on the tour as well as very pleasant accommodations.
I compliment you and your staff for a superb job of organizing the trip; the best and most thorough and conscientious service I have received from a travel agent.
Many thanks for making the trip a special and worry-free experience.

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Jerusalem & Massada Israel Mini Tour

Non-Denominational

2 nights | 3 touring days
Operates Wednesday - Friday
From $568 per person (including hotel)



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WEDNESDAY
Jerusalem: The Old City
Your tour will begin in Jerusalem. Start the day with a magnificent panoramic view from Mount of Olives Drive to the Old city; Visit the tomb of King David and the room of last Supper on Mt. Zion. Enter the walled city and walk through the newly restored Jewish quarter. Visit the Roman Cardo, the Herodian quarter and continue to the Western Wall. Walk along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Continue to Bethlehem*; view Rachel’s tomb and proceed to visit the Church of Nativity and Manger's Square.
Overnight, Jerusalem


THURSDAY
Jerusalem: The New City
Jerusalem & Massada Israel Tour, Yad Vashem Drive to the Israel museum ; visit the Shrine of the book where the Dead Sea Scrolls are housed and the miniature model of Jerusalem as it was during the second temple period ; Proceed for a tour at the Knesset , Israel's parliament . Continue to visit Mount Hertzel cemetery and Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust. Visit Mea Shearim, the ultra orthodox neighborhood in Jerusalem and learn about their unique lifestyle. In the evening enjoy a Middle Eastern dinner followed by the spectacular *Sound and Light show at the Tower of David Museum.
Overnight, Jerusalem




FRIDAY
Qumran / Massada / Dead Sea
Jerusalem & Massada Israel Tour, Yad Vashem Drive through the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, almost 1300 feet (400 meters) below sea level. Stop at Qumeran to visit the site where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Drive along the shores of the Dead Sea to Massada. Ascend by cable car and tour the ancient fortress where the Zealots made their last stand against the Romans before committing mass suicide in 73 AD. Descend by cable car. Continue to the *Dead Sea where you can cover yourself with the mineral rich mud and experience a swim in the Dead Sea. Many believe the Dead Sea has therapeutic effects. Return to Jerusalem where your tour will end.


* weather permitting



Note: All itineraries are subject to change

Tour Dates and Rates 2012-2013


Minimum 2 people
  • Per person in a double room: $646
  • Per person in a single room: $794
  • 3rd person in a room: $615
  • High Season Supplement: $70 per person (May 25 - 27; Dec 25 - Jan 5, 2013)


Included services in our tour rates:

  • 3 Touring days with a government licensed English speaking guide in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • 2 overnights in a 4 star hotel on bed & breakfast basis
  • Middle Eastern dinner
  • Sound and Light Show at the Tower of David Museum
  • All entrances fees per itinerary above
Note: Please note there is no credit for unused services or joint transfers.

Not included services in our tour rates:

  • Travel Insurance (Strongly Recommended)
  • Stay connected with a Cell Phone for your trip to Israel
  • Tips to guide/driver and hotel staff

Conditions

  • Minimum 2 passengers required
  • Guaranteed confirmation upto 2 weeks prior to the tour; after than upon availability
  • Tour starts from Jerusalem Wednesday and ends in Jerusalem Friday; For pick up OR drop off in Tel-Aviv additional charges will apply for transfers: $80 per person in double; $160 for single; $30 for third
  • The tour will not be operated on the following dates: April 4, 11 ; September 19 , 26; October 3, 10

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