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Temple Israel of Memphis | December 2009 Includes:
Flights: Memphis-Tel Aviv Tel Aviv-Memphis as listed in the itinerary. 10 nights accommodation using selected hotels. Arrival & departure transfers (one per group). 20 meals: 10 Israeli buffet breakfasts, 2 lunches and 8 dinners. Private motor coach featuring large panoramic windows, reclining seats and foot rests. An educational coordinator who will ensure that you will have "A fabulous Israel Experience". All program and entrance fees as per itinerary. Restaurant tipping in hotels included. All hotel and airport porterage and tipping included.
HIGHLIGHTS:
The Old City of Jaffa and stroll through the renovated artists' colony and the ancient port. Explore two thousand years of rich Jewish culture and community at Beth Hatefutsoth. Participate in a Federation Program in southern Israel. Visit the Sphinat Hamidbar encampment in the Negev Desert for Bedouin-style hospitality and a 'Hafla' lunch, with a camel ride. Enjoy the Neve Midbar Spa in the heart of the Negev. Explore the vast Ramon Crater on the back of a jeep. Night visit to the Chai Bar Nature Reserve in Mitzpe Ramon. Guided visit to the 2000 year old city of Avdat in the Negev Desert. Kabbalat Shabbat at Robinson's Arch, followed by a visit to the Western Wall. Walk along the Rooftops of the Old City for a behind the scenes look at the various communities in Jerusalem. Dialogue with scholar Paul Liptz of the Tel Aviv University and the Hebrew Union College. Depart from Jerusalem and drive the Beit Guvrin Caves to take part in an active dig. Ceremony at Merkaz Shimshon. Participate in a Federation Program in Jerusalem. Visit to the Ahmadiyya Mosque in Haifa to learn about this special community. Visit Misgav Am for a security briefing overlooking the Southern Lebanon border and a dialogue with a local resident. Wine tasting at a Boutique Winery.
NOTES:
Rates are per person based on double occupancy and a minimum of 30 full paying participants per bus. Should the number of participants drop below the minimum listed above ARZA World will adjust the cost of the trip to reflect the additional expense of operating the program. Airport Taxes & Fuel Surcharges are estimated and subject to change at any time. Airport Taxes & Fuel Surcharges are not guaranteed unless the group air tickets have been issued. Group air tickets are issued approximately 35 days prior to departure. Group air tickets are only issued upon receipt of full payment from all of the trip participants. Air and land packages are open for registration until Sep. 7, 2009 (based on availability), thereafter the tour will be available for land-only services. Cancellation of group air reservations after Sep. 7, 2009 (and before the group flight tickets are issued) will entail a penalty of $100 per ticket. Tipping is not included as part of your package cost. The recommended tip to your guide is $5-6 per person per day, the recommended tip to your driver is: $3-4 per person per day. PEACE OF MIND CANCELLATION WAIVER: Cancel for any reason. Choose to protect yourself with our 'Peace of Mind-Cancel For Any Reason' waiver program: should you cancel your trip in writing up to 72 hours before your departure for any reason, you will receive a full refund equal to the cost of your trip less the cost of your registration deposit and the cost of the 'Peace of Mind-Cancel For Any Reason' waiver program. Price is $178; inquire at time of booking. IMPORTANT: The Peace of Mind Waiver can only be purchased up to 60 days prior to your scheduled departure date. IMPORTANT NOTE: The waiver program covers only airline tickets that were purchased through our company and does not cover non-refundable airline tickets. We strongly recommend you purchase travel insurance. Certain insurance companies require you purchase their policy within 7 days of booking your reservation. Please contact our customer service center by calling 888-811-2812 for additional information.
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