Israel: Spring Active Seniors Tour
Israel: Spring Active Seniors Tour
Duration
13 days / 11 nightsHighlights
Tel Aviv, Caesarea, Kibbutz Misgav Am, Haifa, Golan Heights, Safed, Massada, Dead Sea, JerusalemNotes
Air Included, Price Based on Double Occupancy
Single Supplement: $2,260.00Activity Level
Moderate
This marvelous custom made tour gives seniors of like minds a chance to bond while still seeing and experiencing all of the wonderful sites that Israel has to offer. Take in the calming views of the Sea of Galilee, spend time seeing Jerusalem and its splendor, relax at a spa in the Dead Sea, and relish touring Israel in an air conditioned luxury motor coach with an English-speaking guide and a Gil Travel escort. Enjoy superior/first class hotel accommodations with a fabulous Israeli buffet daily, along with beautiful dinners and a wonderful lunch experience at Eretz Beresheet! Join us for an unforgettable experience. This tour will take up to 20 people.
*Based on min of 15 full paying participants
What can you expect as part of your tour?
- Round-trip airfare from JFK on El-Al
- Full Israeli buffet breakfast daily
- Special home hospitality dinner
- Accommodations in deluxe/superior hotels
- Fantastic full time guide
- Air-conditioned luxury motor coach
- All entrance fees to various sights
Day
1
To the Airport!
El Al 2 departs JFK at 5:30pm.
Overnight:En route
Day
2
Arrival in Tel Aviv
Upon arrival at the hotel, we will drop off the luggage. Freshen up in the powder room and put on your sneakers! We will take a bus tour of the city and do a little walking in Jaffa. We'll stop for a bite before returning to the hotel.
Check in is at 2:00 pm and the arrival dinner at 6:30 at a local restaurant.
Overnight:Renaissance Hotel, Tel Aviv (L, D).
Day
3
Tel Aviv
Head to Rehovot to visit the Ayalon Institute, an underground ammunitions factory from the time when the British occupied the land.
The bus can drop you at Nachalat Binyamin which is a craft fair with the Carmel Market next door! The hotel is not that far away so you can either walk back or take a taxi.
Shabbat dinner at the hotel.
Overnight:Renaissance Hotel, Tel Aviv (B, D).
Day
4
Shabbat. Day At leisure in Tel Aviv
Another spectacular Museum – Ilana Goor in Jaffa.
Dinner on own this evening.
You can also watch folk dancing along the Taylet.
Overnight:Renaissance Hotel, Tel Aviv (B).
Day
5
Caesarea/Haifa to the Sea of Galilee
Continue to a Druze Village for hospitality including lunch for the entire group.
Overnight:Galilee Kinereth, Tiberias (B, L, D).
Day
6
Galilee/Safed
Continue to Misgav Am, the most northern kibbutz in Israel. Here, we will tour the Kibbutz, enjoy the panoramic view and get a deeper understanding of the events which have shaped the lives in the Upper Gailee.
In the afternoon, proceed to Safed, the center of Jewish mysticism (kabala), where you will visit the most important synagogues in the city and stroll down the famous Artists Quarter.
Overnight:Galilee Kinereth, Tiberias (B, D).
Day
7
To the Dead Sea
Visit the unbelievable ruins of Beit Shean, also called "Scythopolis", the largest archeological park in Israel with beautiful excavations from Roman and Byzantine periods.
Drive to Beit Alpha to see the beautiful mosaic floor of a synagogue from the Byzantine period.
Continue to the north side of the Dead Sea where you will notice a complete change of topography and continue to the Dead Sea.
Check into our hotel for overnight.
Overnight:Herods, Dead Sea (B, D).
Day
8
Masada and Dead Sea
Overnight:Herods, Dead Sea (B, D).
Day
9
On to Jerusalem
We will then proceed along the sea until we reach Eretz Beresheet. Here we will be welcomed by Abraham and taken for a Bedouin lunch and hear stories from the time of Abraham. For the brave, enjoy a fun 10-minute camel ride!
Proceed to Jerusalem and we will stop for a panoramic view of the Old City at Haas Promenade. Here our guide will point out different important sites. We will have a Shecheyanu to welcome us to the Golden City of Jerusalem.
Overnight:Dan Panorama, Jerusalem (B, L, D).
Day
10
Jerusalem – New City
Proceed to the Israel Museum, where you will explore the extensive collection of this world-class museum, which includes works by European masters such as Rembrandt up through modern and contemporary artists. Visit the Shrine of the Book where the Dead Sea Scrolls are housed. Here you will also view the Miniature model of Jerusalem, depicting the city as it was 2000 years ago.
This evening a very special Shabbat Dinner at a local family’s home with an evening tour at the Wall.
Overnight:Dan Panorama, Jerusalem (B, D).
Day
11
Shabbat at leisure in Jerusalem
We will attend the Sound and Light Show at the Tower of David Museum. Bring a jacket as it could be quite cool in Jerusalem in the evening and this venue is outdoors.
If you are dining late, you can stay and walk back to the hotel and have a bite in the Mamilla Mall, or return with the bus and go to the First Station (old Train Station) where there are lots of places to dine.
Overnight:Dan Panorama, Jerusalem (B).
Day
12
Jerusalem – Old City
Visit the Hurva Synagogue, destroyed three times and rebuilt in 2010.
Proceed to the Burnt house (dating back to 70CE) belonging to the Katros Family.
Visit the Kotel (Western Wall).
Tour of the Western Wall Tunnels.
6pm - Briefing with a local political analyst in a private room at our hotel.
After the briefing, you will dine at the hotel.
Overnight:Dan Panorama, Jerusalem (B, D).
Day
13
Our last day
Drive to Hadassah Hospital and see the Chagall Windows.
Drive by the Supreme Court building and the Knesset.
Walk through the Mahane Yehuda Food Market.
Return to your hotel to pack up. Check out by 6pm. Walk down the street to a local restaurant for a farewell dinner.
Departure:
LY1 leaves April 12th at 1am arrives at JFK 550am
Overnight:En route (B, D).
Day
14
Arrival back into Newark
You’ll be tired but truly inspired!
Where you will rest your head...
Deluxe Room
4 STARS
The Dan Panorama Hotel Jerusalem with its dignified architecture and honey-colored Jerusalem stone exterior resonates with the spirit of this legendary city. The Dan Panorama Hotel boasts an exceptional location that enables you to explore Jerusalem’s multifaceted attractions simply by stepping outside.
Standard Room
5 STARS
The Herods Hotel Dead Sea invites for a fantastic vacation at the lowest place on earth, in front of the beautiful beach and the Mount Sodom. Guests enjoy outstanding leisure facilities such as the hotel’s private beach and the luxurious pool.
Standard Room
4 STARS
This boutique spa hotel is on the shores of the Sea of Galilee. Rimonim Galei Kinnereth Hotel offers endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation.
Deluxe Room
5 STARS
No other spot in Tel Aviv offers this sublime full-service luxury hotel. Your comfortable air-conditioned accommodation features a private balcony with fabulous views. Before enjoying a hearty breakfast buffet, take a dip in the indoor swimming pool or rejuvenate yourself in the on-site fitness gym.
