Shalom Israel
You are passed the Taglit - Birthright Israel trips age (27)?
You went to Israel and loved it? You want to go back?
Here is your chance!
EZRA USA is proud to present a brand new 10 Day trip to Israel
including Eilat
done authentic Ezra Style!
For ages 24 - 39
November 4 – November 14, 2012
An early bird special price is only
$ 1199 (plus air)
regular price is $ 1399 plus air
Register now
Discover the mystery and distinctiveness of Israel like you have never seen it before. “Shalom Israel” is a fascinating project for mostly Russian Jews between the ages of 24 and 39, During this amazing 10 day journey you will travel all over Israel from the north to the south, visit ancient and modern cities, swim in the Dead and Red Seas, spend the night in the Judean desert enjoying Bedouin hospitality, ride the camels, climb the magnificent Masada and much- much more. Enlightening tours combined with optional night parties will leave a lifetime of unforgettable memories in your heart and in your mind. Number of participants is limited so hurry to get your space.
TRIP ITINERARY
Day 1 Departure from the United States or Canada in Israel.
Day 2 Arrival at the airport "Ben Gurion", meeting at the airport, an airport in Tel Aviv. In the Evening - walking tour of Jaffa. Night in Tel Aviv.
Day 3 Sightseeing tour of Tel Aviv. Visit diamond museum of Harry Oppenheimer. Transfer to Latrun. Visit the tank Museum. Tree planting in Ezra Forest. Night in Tel Aviv. Optional visit to a night club*.
Day 4 Moving to Haifa on the Mediterranean coast of Israel. History of the ancient Caesarea – capital of the Jewish King Herod the great and the Crusader Citadel. Mount Carmel. Haifa – intellectual, cultural and maritime centre of Israel. Panorama of Bahai Temple and its "Persian" gardens. On the way visit Wine factory for some wine and tasting of Israeli delishious wines. Transfer to Tiberias. Night in Tiberias.
Day 5 Trip by Golan Mountains. Katzrin is the capital of the Golan. Sea of Galilee – on Lake Kinneret. Safed - capital of the Upper Galilee, the Jewish mystical teachings "Kabbalah". In the evening for those wishing to visit Hamát-Gadér * (hot springs in Gadera) . Night in Tiberias.
Day 6 Journey to Jerusalem along the Jordan River flow. Arrival in the Holy City. Panorama of Jerusalem. Visit The Western Wall. The Sabbath dinner. Night in Jerusalem.
Day 7 Saturday. Walking tour of Old City Jerusalem: Jewish quarter , King David tombs, Tiferet Izreel′ Street. Hurva-Center area of the Jewish quarter. Roman Cardo Street. Rest of the day is free on your own. Night in Jerusalem.
Day 8 Excursion to Jerusalem: Goverment quarter and the Knesset. Monument "Menorà". Holocaust Memorial Yad Vashem. Transfer to Beduin Tents in the desert next to Arad. Camel & donkey riding. Hospitality dinner by beduins. Overnight in Beduin heated tents*
Day 9 In the morning lift on the mountain of Masada on cable cars. After tour of Masada, move on to the Dead Sea. Swimming at Dead Sea. Transfer to Eilat, passing Judean Mountains and desert. Night in Eilat. Optional night out to a club in Eilat.
Day 10 In the morning-free time in Eilat. Transfer to airport "Ben Gurion". Check-in for flights departing from Israel. Those who are wishing to remain resting in Eilat, can do so by choosing optional extensions.
THE ITINERARY INCLUDES:
• Tours Agency representative Meet and transfer upon arrival.
• Transportation in luxury air-conditioned vehicles including qualified driver
• Sight-seeing as per itinerary led by qualified English speaking guide
• Accommodation in standard rooms at 3-4* Hotels, based on double occupancy (single occupancy is available for an additional fee)
• Kosher Breakfasts & Dinners at hotels
• Entrance fees for sight-seeing as indicated in the itinerary (including Latrun Tank Museum, a cable car on Masada etc)
• All services as specified
THE ITINERARY DOES NOT INCLUDE
* Roundtrip direct international, economy airfare from New York to Tel Aviv
* Optional Travel/Medical/ Group Insurance (comprehensive insurance to cover medical, personal, baggage, cancellation and curtailment mandatory for all travelers)
* Lunches
* Cell Phone Rental (optional, but we will arrange best plan for you)
* Gratuities/tips for tour guides & bus driver
* Costs of obtaining passports and/or visas (US citizens do not need visas)
* New Government taxes, levies, fuel or industry increases beyond our control
* Items of a personal nature; Purchases from in room minibars at hotel, Phone/fax/internet charges, Laundry and dry cleaning, excess baggage etc
* Airport & security tax surcharges or Entry & Exit fees at some airports
* Non-scheduled or optional attractions that are listed under * (including Hamát-Gadér Hot Springs)
* Occasional taxi rides after the tour
* Anything not listed in the itinerary
Optional Add-On's:
* A stay on the Dead Sea. At the end of the trip to Israel, participants may undergo treatment course at the Dead Sea.
* Extra 3 nights in Eilat
Note: All additional booking must be made in advance.
Please NOTE:
The Tour will take place only if at least 20 individuals register for and participate in the tour ot it can be combined with parallel tours for other ages, in which case the Beduin tents will not be on the itinerary and will be replced by a night at Dead Sea.
This special price applies only for land only package with dates mentioned on the itinerary. For other cities departures, different dates for return the price may be higher and air quote can be given at your request.
Price of the tour is based on current rates of exchange (if there is a significant change in the exchange rates then the tour operators and their agents reserve the right to alter the price)
The bus has large luggage bins on board for luggage; the best option is for people to take a big soft bag, e.g a duffel bag. Suitcases could get ruined.
It is the responsibility of the client to be in possession of a valid passport and a visa. U.S. citizens do not require a visa for Israel.
PAYMENT INSTRUCTIONS
To secure a place for yourself, send your first deposit in the amount of $ 699 for part of the trip to our Brooklyn Office.
Ezra USA
311 Sea Breeze Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11224
The first payment must be either a check or cash (no credit card or PayPal payments)
Please write Shalom Israel in the memo section of the check.
This deposit, less $ 99 p.p. handling charge, is refundable until July 15, 2012 (thereafter the deposits are not refundable but will be applied to the final payment for the trip due approx. 60 days before the departure day)
Single Occupancy fee is $ 599, Tripple Occupancy Discount is $ 25 p/p
Please hurry up, spaces are limited.
For more information, please contact us (718) 701-1527 or via e-mail to This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Liability
Ezra USA acts only as an agent for the tour participants in making arrangements for hotels, transportation, touring, restaurant, or any other services in connection with the itinerary. We will exercise reasonable care in making such arrangements. However, we do not assume any liability whatsoever for any injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity to person and property because of an act of default of any hotel, airline carrier, restaurant, company, or person rendering any of the services included in the tour. The right is reserved to cancel or change itineraries or to substitute comparable service without notice. The right is reserved to decline or accept or retain any tour passengers should such person's health or general deportment impede the operation of the tour to the detriment of the other tour participants.