Winter Bar/Bat Mitzvah tour

Day 2: Tel Aviv-Jaffa

After meeting with our guide and driver, we’ll travel to the Palmach Museum.  Dedicated to one of the main pre-1948 resistance forces, the museum tells the stories about the heroic men and women, who fought for the establishment of the State of Israel.
Next, we’ll drive Jaffa – the old part of Tel Aviv. In the past, it was an important port city, and nowadays, it is a gentrified bustling area with many attractions to offer. We’ll stop for a scenic lookout over Tel Aviv, stroll through the colorful Artists’ Quarter, and pay a visit to the flea market.
For lunch, we’ll head to the Carmel Market – the leading marketplace of Tel-Aviv. It is vibrant, noisy, messy, and will leave you with a taste for more.
Then, we’ll proceed to Neve Tzedek – a pioneering center of Jewish culture in the past, and a gentrified area in present, filled with art galleries and designer shops.
Our final stop is Rothschild Boulevard – the main financial district of Tel Aviv. We’ll get to see several Bauhaus-style houses that crowned the area with the title of “The White City.”

We’ll conclude the day and return to the hotel.

Day 3: Mediterranean Coastline

After check out, we’ll drive to the ancient Roman city of Caesarea. Among the various ruins, we can find a Roman theater, race track, and a beautiful palace.
We’ll proceed to the scenic city of Haifa. It is the third-largest in Israel and the home of different ethnic communities. We’ll drive by the Bahai Gardens – a shrine with a breath-taking view, undoubtedly, one of Israel’s pearls.
After lunch, we’ll travel to Rosh HaNikra Grottoes – a beautiful nature reserve, where we’ll learn about the gentle mutuality between the sea and mountains.

We’ll finish the day and drive to our new hotel.

Day 4 –  Upper Galilee 

After a short ride, we’ll arrive at Safed, known as the center of Jewish mysticism. We’ll walk through the narrow alleys and hear remarkable stories of prominent Rabbis that once lived here.
Next, we’ll head to Metula – a city adjacent to the border with Lebanon, where we’ll talk about the complicated geopolitics of the region.
After lunch, we’ll continue to Misgav Am – the northernmost kibbutz in Israel. Prepare for an eye-opening experience of hearing about life in a tumultuous region, while gazing into Southern Lebanon.
Our last stop is at the Hula Valley – a world-renowned bird-watching site. Here, we will get a closer look at the fascinating birds that migrate through Israel every year.

 We’ll conclude the day and return to the hotel.

Day 5 – Golan Heights

Our first stop is the Banias Nature Reserve – a beautiful sanctuary with hiking trails leading up to the gushing waterfalls of the Hermon stream.
Next, we’ll enjoy a Jeep tour. We’ll drive off-road, exploring unique areas along the Syrian border, and learn about the past and present situation in the Golan Heights.
It’s lunchtime! On today’s menu – a Druze Hospitality experience. We will be hosted by a Druze family and get a first-hand look at their culture and customs, while enjoying a delicious and authentic meal.
Hope you left some room for dessert, because our next stop is a boutique chocolate factory, where we’ll create our own chocolate.

We’ll conclude the day and return to the hotel.

Day 6 –  Jordan Valley

After check out, we’ll make our way to the ancient city of Beit Shean and explore the magnificent remains that attest to the city’s significance during the Roman era.
Next, we’ll drive to Beit Alfa –a 5th-century synagogue with an awe-striking mosaic floor.
After lunch, we’ll go for a camel ride in the wilderness – the ultimate Bedouin experience.
We’ll make our way to Jerusalem and enter the Holy City.
Welcome to Jerusalem!

It’s time to check into the hotel in Jerusalem and have some rest.

Day 7 –  Old Jerusalem

We’ll start off by traveling to the Mount of Olives that features a breathtaking view of the Holy City and is a great spot to recount its biblical significance.
Next, we’ll visit the Western Wall – the main place of worship for the Jewish people. According to the tradition, visitors are welcome to leave a prayer note at the wall.
We’ll enter the Western Wall Tunnels. Originally discovered in the late 19th century, the underground spaces offer a magnificent look at the long-hidden structures next to the Temple Mount.
Next are the Christian Quarter and The Holy Sepulchre Church. The church is shared by six denominations and is the site of the crucifixion, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
We’ll proceed to Mount Zion and visit the Upper Room, where Jesus had the Last Supper with his disciples and the Tomb of King David – a synagogue that houses the tomb of the Glorious King.

We’ll conclude the day and return to the hotel.

Day 8 – Bar Mitzvah Day. Mazel Tov!

After the special ceremony, you will have the opportunity to celebrate with your friends and family in one of our recommended restaurants or venues.
After lunch, we’ll head to “Caliber 3” Counter Terror & Security Training Academy. Here, we’ll learn about the challenges that Israel faces every day and get a taste of IDF combat training. 

We’ll conclude the day and return to the hotel.

Day 9: New Jerusalem

We’ll start off with a guided tour of Yad Vashem – Israel’s official Holocaust memorial that bears witness to one of the darkest times in Jewish history. We will make our way to the main museum; the well-put exhibitions and the never-ending testimonies will leave you speechless.
We’ll drive by the Knesset – the Israeli Parliament – and arrive at the Israel Museum, the main museum of Israel. Here, we’ll get a closer look at the Dead Sea Scrolls – the oldest biblical manuscripts in the world, and the Model of Jerusalem during the 2nd Temple era.
Next is lunch at the Machane Yehuda Market. Prepare to overwhelm your senses with the colors, smells and flavors of the main market in Jerusalem.

We’ll conclude the day and return to the hotel.

This evening, we’ll attend the “Night Spectacular” sound and light show projecting the history of Jerusalem on the walls of the Tower of David.  A must-see show!

Day 10 –  Shfela Region – the Judean Lowlands 

Our first stop is at Maresha. Situated in the heart of the Land of Thousand Caves, it is famous for its extensive cave systems that were carved by man and used for many different purposes.
After a short visit, we’ll join the “Dig for a Day” Project. Ancient Maresha is being slowly exposed and participants are welcome to take part in the archeological excavations. Prepare your shovels and let’s get to work!
After lunch, we’ll visit the Stalactite Cave – the largest-of-its kind in Israel, famous for its stalactite and stalagmite formations. 
Our final activity is planting a tree. Many remember collecting money in a blue Tzedakah box to help build and flourish in the land of Israel. We will continue this tradition by welcoming you to join our efforts and plant a tree in the land of our fathers.

We’ll conclude the day and return to the hotel.

Day 11 – Masada and the Dead Sea

After breakfast, we’ll travel to Ein Gedi – a magnificent nature reserve abundant with waterfalls, flora, fauna, and history that goes back to the time of King David.
Next, we’ll continue to Masada – an impressive fortress built by King Herod, which served as the arena for the last events of the Great Jewish Revolt and currently is a symbol of Jewish heroism.
Our last stop is the Dead Sea – the lowest place in the world.
Its buoyant waters are abundant with minerals and offer an excellent opportunity to enjoy a natural open-air spa.

We’ll conclude the day and return to the hotel.

Day 12 – Departure

After checking out of the hotel, we’ll travel to the airport to catch your flight back home.

Thank you for touring with us.
We hope to see you again! 

Shalom U’Lehitraot.