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Highlights Tour of

ISRAEL®

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9 Night s / 11 Days

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Highlights Tour of Israel 9 NIGHTS * 11 DAYS * 6 TOURING DAYSTHURSDAY DEPARTURE/FRIDAY ARRIVAL2 NIGHTS TEL AVIV * 2 NIGHTS GALILEE *5 NIGHTS JERUSALEM

2 0 2 1 / 2 0 2 2 I t i n e r a r y

THURSDAYBEGIN THE JOURNEY

• Depart the United States on your overnight flight to Israel.(Contact Ayelet Tours for assistance booking flights.)

DAY 1

FRIDAY ARRIVAL

• Shalom and welcome to Israel! Upon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport you willbe greeted and assisted by an Ayelet Tours representative.

• Transfer to your hotel in Tel Aviv on own to check in and enjoy theremainder of the afternoon and evening at leisure.

• Evening at leisure and dinner on own. (Please contact Ayelet Tours to arrange Shabbat dinner at your hotel.)

Overnight in Tel Aviv

SATURDAY SHABBAT SHALOM!

• Breakfast at our hotel.

• Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Tel Aviv on own. Relax at the beach, takein a museum or art gallery or just stroll around the city.

• Dinner on own tonight.

Overnight in Tel Aviv

DAY 2

DAY 3

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SUNDAYTHE MEDITERRANEAN COAST

• Breakfast and check out of our hotel.

• Today, we drive along the Mediterranean coast toCaesarea, the former Roman capital of the area. Here,we view the ancient theater, the aqueduct and port, aswell as the impressive excavations of the Crusaders’ city.

• We continue to Megiddo, site of biblical Armageddon,whose 20 layers of civilization were featured in JamesMichener’s The Source.

• Our next stop is the Druze village of Daliyat el Carmel,where we learn about their unique culture.

• We enjoy a late lunch at a local restaurant.

• Next, we drive to the top of Mt. Carmel in Haifa,where we take in the panoramic views overlooking theamazing terraced Bahai Gardens.

• We continue to the Galilee to check into our kibbutzand refresh before dinner together this evening.

Overnight in the Galilee

DAY 4

MONDAYSAFED AND THE GOLAN

• Breakfast at our kibbutz.

• Today, we tour the mystical city of Safed, center ofKabbalistic practice, exploring the narrow alleywayslined with ancient synagogues and artists’ galleries.

• We enjoy a drive through the Golan Heights, passingformer Syrian bunkers on the way to the top of Har Bental for panoramic views stretching far into neighboring Syria. Our guide updates us on the geopolitical situation in the area.

• We continue to Kuneitra, the former Syrianadministrative capital of the region, and Katzrin, theIsraeli administrative capital of the region.

• Next, we stop at the award-winning Golan winery fora tour and wine tasting.

• Our final stop is at Kesem Hagolan to watch aspectacular multimedia presentation of the area and itshistory in the 180-degree IMAX movie theater.

• We return to our kibbutz for dinner this evening.

Overnight in the Galilee

DAY 5

TUESDAY THE SEA OF GALILEE AND NAZARETH

• Breakfast and check out of our kibbutz.

• We begin our day with a visit to the Church of theAnnunciation in Nazareth, ** which some believemarks the site of Mary’s childhood home and theAnnunciation by the angel Gabriel.

• We continue to Tiberias, one of four holy cities inJudaism, where we visit the grave of the medievalsage Maimonides.

• Our next stop is at Capernaum, where Jesus beganhis ministry and site of numerous miracles. We seethe ruins of several synagogues and the octagonalChurch of St. Peter.

• At Mount of Beatitudes, we see the place where Jesusdelivered the Sermon on the Mount.

• We drive by the Roman ruins of Beit Shean, destroyedover 1,300 years ago by earthquake, recently excavatedand reconstructed on a massive and impressive scale,then visit Beit Alpha to view the intricate mosaics inthe synagogue.

• We ascend to Jerusalem and check into our hotel.

• Spend the evening at leisure discovering Jerusalemand enjoying dinner on own.

Overnight in Jerusalem

DAY 6

WEDNESDAY ANCIENT JERUSALEM

• Breakfast at our hotel.

• We begin our day with an ascent up theMount of Olives for a magnificent panoramicview of the City of Gold.

• We continue to Mt. Zion, where we visit the tomb ofKing David and then proceed to the Upper Room,believed to be the site of the Last Supper.

• We enter the walled Old City and walk throughthe newly restored Jewish quarter, including theRoman Cardo marketplace, the Herodian quarterexcavations and the Western Wall, where we havetime for personal reflection.

• We walk the Stations of the Cross along theVia Dolorosa, ending at the Church of the HolySepulchre in the Christian quarter.

• We continue to Bethlehem** (security permitting)to view the tomb of Rachel, wife of biblicalpatriarch Jacob.

• We complete our day with a visit to the Church of theNativity and Manger Square.

• We return to Jerusalem for an evening at leisure anddinner on own.

Overnight in Jerusalem

DAY 7

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FRIDAYMASADA & THE DEAD SEA

• Breakfast at our hotel.

• Early this morning, we depart for the Dead Sea basin.

• Along the way, we stop at the Qumran caves, thesite where the Dead Sea scrolls were found by a localshepherd.

• We ascend Masada by cable car to view the remains ofKing Herod’s fortress, including the synagogue, wallsand bathhouses, as we learn about the Jewish Zealots’ last stand against the Roman forces.

• We descend the mountain and head to the beach toenjoy the mineral-rich mud and an unsinkable swim inthe healing, salty waters of the Dead Sea.

• We return to Jerusalem later this afternoon. (Please contact Ayelet Tours to arrange Shabbat dinner at your hotel.)

Overnight in Jerusalem

DAY 9THURSDAYMODERN JERUSALEM

• Breakfast at our hotel.

• Today, we browse the extensive galleries of the IsraelMuseum, which recently completed a $100 millionrenovation and is world class in every way. The galleriesrange from pop and modern art, back through theRenaissance and Classical periods, with a strongemphasis on Jewish and Israeli archaeological historywith evidence going back thousands of years. We walkthrough the iconic Shrine of the Book, which housesthe Dead Sea Scrolls, and see the impressive miniaturereplica of Jerusalem as it was during the SecondTemple period.

• We continue to the Knesset, Israel’s parliament, wherewe take a tour and have time for a unique photoopportunity by the amazing outdoor bronze menorahsculpture.

• At Mt. Herzl, Jerusalem’s military cemetery, we learnfrom our guide some of the heroic stories of thoseburied here, including Theodore Herzl, Golda Meir,Yitzhak Rabin and Shimon Peres.

• We continue to Yad Vashem, Israel’s Holocaustmemorial, where we view the many movingexhibitions, including the Hall of Names and theAvenue of the Righteous Among the Nations.

• We drive through Mea Shearim, an Ultra-Orthodoxneighborhood in Jerusalem, to learn about the uniquelifestyle of the residents.

• Tonight, we enjoy a Middle Eastern dinner together,followed by the spectacular Sound and Light Show atthe Tower of David (weather permitting).

Overnight in Jerusalem

DAY 8

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SUNDAY L’HITRAOT!

• Breakfast and check out of our hotel.

• Transfer on your own to Ben Gurion Airport for yourflight back to the United States. L’hitraot!

DAY 11

SATURDAY SHABBAT SHALOM!

• Breakfast at our hotel.

• Enjoy a day at leisure to explore Jerusalem on own, orjust relax and enjoy the calm of the Jewish Sabbath.

• Evening at leisure and dinner on own at your hotel

(included).

Overnight in Jerusalem

DAY 10

* Itinerary subject to change

* Visit subject to availability

The above program can be extended and customized for groups or private family tours.

See our 12 night program to add Eilat and Petra, Jordan to your visit.

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Highlights Tour of Israel 9 NIGHTS/11 DAYS (6 TOURING DAYS)Land only packages ‐ FRIDAY ARRIVAL* Rates are per person per room, in US Dollars, based on bed & breakfast daily prices. Prices can be paid by check or credit card.Small groups of maximum 30 passengers - Transfers are not included

HotelPlans

4 Star Standard

4 Star Deluxe

5 Star Deluxe

5 Star Super Deluxe

Tel Aviv 2 Nights

Prima City Tel Aviv

Dan Panorama Tel Aviv

Carlton Tel-Aviv

Dan Tel Aviv

Galilee 2 Nights

Kibbutz Lavi Eden wing

Kibbutz Lavi Eden wing

Kibbutz Lavi Hadar wing

Kibbutz Lavi Hadar wing

Jerusalem 5 Nights

Prima Royale Jerusalem

Dan Panorama Jerusalem

Inbal Jerusalem

King David Jerusalem

Arrival date in Israel (Friday)

Double Single Double Single Double Single Double Single

3/12/2021

4/16/2021

PASSOVER - NO TOUR

4/23/20214/30/20215/7/20215/14/20215/21/20215/28/20216/4/20216/11/2021 $ 1,845 $2,690 $2,285 $3,540 $2,765 $4,510 $3,605 $6,120 6/18/2021 $1,845 $2,690 $2,285 $3,540 $3,605 $6,120 6/25/2021 $1,825 $2,650 $2,285 $3,540 $2,795 $4,570 $3,605 $6,120 7/2/2021 $1,815 $2,640 $2,195 $3,360 $2,585 $4,150 $3,205 $5,340

$1,815 $2,640 $2,195 $3,360 $2,585 $4,150 $3,205 $5,340 7/16/2021 $1,815 $2,640 $2,195 $3,360 $2,535 $4,060 $3,205 $5,340

7/30/2021 $1,895 $2,710 $2,275 $3,440 $2,665 $4,230 $3,275 $5,410 8/6/2021 $1,895 $2,710 $2,275 $3,440 $2,685 $4,270 $3,275 $5,410 8/13/2021 $1,895 $2,710 $2,275 $3,440 $2,685 $4,270 $3,305 $5,460 8/20/20218/27/2021 $1,895 $2,710 $2,275 $3,440 $2,615 $4,130 $3,275 $5,410

9/24/2021

SUKKOT - NO TOUR

2 0 21 / 2 0 22D a t e s a n d R a t e s

$2,185 $3,320 $2,555 $4,090 $3,205 $5,340

$1,855 $2,700 $2,195 $3,360 $3,205 $5,340 $2,225 $3,410 $2,615 $4,200 $3,355 $5,630

$1,855 $2,700 $2,285 $3,540 $2,655 $4,290 $3,605 $6,120 $1,855 $2,700 $2,285 $3,540 $2,715 $4,400 $3,605 $6,120 $1,855 $2,700 $2,285 $3,540 $2,795 $4,570 $3,605 $6,120 $1,975 $2,820 $2,285 $3,540 $2,795 $4,570 $3,605 $6,120 $1,855 $2,700 $2,285 $3,540 $2,635 $4,260 $3,605 $6,120 $1,845 $2,690 $2,285 $3,540 $2,725 $4,430 $3,605 $6,120

7/9/2021

9/10/20219/17/2021

SUKKOT - NO TOUR

YOM KIPPUR - NO TOUR

$1,895 $2,710 $2,275 $3,440 $2,685 $4,270 $3,305 $5,460

3/5/2021 $2,025 $3,120 $2,455 $3,075 $5,190

7/23/2021 $1,715 $2,540 $2,095 $3,260 $2,435 $3,960 $3,095 $5,240

$4,000 $1,725 $2,550

$1,855 $2,700 3/19/2021

3/26/2021

4/9/20214/2/2021

PASSOVER - NO TOUR

PASSOVER - NO TOUR

$1,855 $2,700 $2,195 $3,360 $3,205 $5,340

9/3/2021 ROSH HASHANAH - NO TOUR

10/1/202110/8/2021

$1,855 $2,710 $2,285 $3,540 $2,795 $4,570 $3,605 $6,120 $1,855 $2,710 $2,285 $3,540 $2,795 $4,570 $3,605 $6,120

$2,615 $4,200 $2,615 $4,200

$1,855 $2,700

$2,765 $4,510

HotelPlans

4 Star Standard

4 Star Deluxe

5 Star Deluxe

5 Star Super Deluxe

Tel Aviv 2 Nights

Prima City Tel Aviv

Dan Panorama Tel Aviv

Carlton Tel-Aviv

Dan Tel Aviv

Galilee 2 Nights

Kibbutz Lavi Eden wing

Kibbutz Lavi Eden wing

Kibbutz Lavi Hadar wing

Kibbutz Lavi Hadar wing

Jerusalem 5 Nights

Prima Royale Jerusalem

Dan Panorama Jerusalem

Inbal Jerusalem

King David Jerusalem

Arrival date in Israel (Friday)

Double Single Double Single Double Single Double Single

10/15/202110/22/202110/29/2021 $1,855 $2,710 $3,605 $6,120 11/5/2021 $1,855 $2,710 $2,285 $ 3,540 $3,605 $6,120 11/12/2021 $1,815 $2,640 $2,285 $3,540 $4,340 $2,805 $4,520 11/19/2021 $1,815 $2,630 $2,105 $3,190 $2,565 $4,110 $2,775 $4,470 11/26/2021 $1,745 $2,520 $1,895 $2,760 $2,565 $4,110 $2,775 $4,470 12/3/2021 $1,695 $2,440 $1,895 $2,760 $2,565 $4,110 $2,775 $4,47012/10/202112/17/2021 $1,825 $2,560 $2,295 $2,480 $2,955 $4,890 12/24/2021 $1,825 $2,560 $2,495 $3,950 12/31/2021 $1,725 $2,460 $1,945 $2,850 $2,535 $4,060

1/14/2022 $1,695 $2,440 $1,895 $2,760 $2,435 $3,860 $2,675 $4,270 1/21/20221/28/20222/4/2022 $1,695 $2,440 $1,895 $2,760 $2,675 $4,270 2/11/20222/18/2022 $1,695 $2,440 $1,895 $2,760 $2,435 $3,860 $2,675 $4,270 2/25/2022 $1,795 $2,620 $2,105 $3,170 $3,165 $5,230

Contact an Ayelet Tours agent for triple room availability and pricing.

* Most flights from the U.S. are overnight and require departure from the U.S. on the dayBEFORE the date listed here.

Ayelet Tours Ltd. is a full service agency. Contact us for competitive rates on domestic and international flights.

Due to current fluctuations in exchange rates, prices listed are subject to final confirmation upon booking.

Program subject to change. All tours include large walking portions and do not suit passengers with walking difficulties and/or wheelchairs.

Airport transfers are NOT included, but can be purchased. Please ask your agent for pricing information.

NOTE: Tours are operated in partnership with Rent‐A‐Guide Israel. No credit/refund for any unused service. For the option of Prima Tel-Aviv & Prima Kings Jerusalem a supplement of : $98 p/p in double; $147 in single will apply. For arrivals from December 6 supplement for this option will be : $112 p/p in double; $81 in single.

All pricing is based on standard rooms. Hotel availability for each departure is subject to change and may be sold out.

INCLUDED IN YOUR TOUR PACKAGE

9 nights hotel accommodations, breakfast daily, 2 kibbutz dinners, assistance upon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, all touring and sightseeing in an air-conditioned vehicle with a professional English-speaking guide, and entrance fees per itinerary.

NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR TOUR PACKAGE

Roundtrip airfare, departure taxes and fuel surcharges, transfers upon arrival and departure, border taxes and visa fees, tips to driver, guide, waitstaff, porters, housekeepers, etc. (budget $15‐$20 per person, per day), meals not listed above, items of a personal nature or travel insurance (highly recommended; find options at http://www.ayelet. com/travelinsurance.htm)

For the most up to date information on hotel category availability for your tour dates, please visit: https://ayelet.com/trip-to-israel/ or contact an agent for assistance.

Ayelet Tours, Ltd.19 Aviation RoadAlbany, NY 12205 Phone: 800-237‐1517 Fax: 518-783‐6003ayelet@ayelet.com www.ayelet.com www.facebook.com/AyeletTours

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$2,285 $ 3,540

$2,795 $4,570 $2,795 $4,570

$2,575 $4,120

$2,435 $3,860 $1,695 $2,440 $1,895 $2,760 $2,675 $2,435 $3,860

$1,695 $2,440 $1,895 $2,760 $2,435 $3,860 $2,675 $1,695 $2,440 $1,895 $2,760 $2,435 $3,860 $2,675

$2,895 $4,790 $2,675 $4,270

$4,270 $4,270

$4,270

$1,695 $2,440 $1,895 $2,760 $2,795 $4,580 $4,470

$1,855 $2,710 $3,605 $6,120 $2,285 $3,540 $2,795 $4,570 $1,855 $2,710 $3,605 $6,120 $2,285 $3,540

1/7/2022 $1,595 $2,350 $1,795 $2,680 $2,355 $3,760 $2,575 $4,170

$2,685

$2,775

$2,675 $4,270 $2,675 $4,270

$2,795 $4,570