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Important Notes:

Connect To Israel tours seek to bless Israel and the Jewish people. We do not use Palistinian bus companies or hotels in East Jerusalem. We do not tour in Palestinian controlled areas or support  the Palestinian economy.

HIGHLIGHTS

Walk through the ruins of Shiloh where the Tabernacle stood for 369 years

Talk with the son of the first Jew to purchase a home within the Old City walls after the 1967 war

Shabbat dinner and Torah study  in Jerusalem

Explore ancient, modern and future Jerusalem in a way you will never forget

Breathtaking views on the Golan and Galilee. Mikvah in the Jordan, if you desire.

Hike to the springs of Ein Gedi (where David hid from Saul) and view the waterfalls and wildlife

Wine tastings in the Shomron.  Swim in the Dead Sea. So much more!

Oct 19: FLIGHT TO ISRAEL

Our journey of connecting to the Land of Israel begins with flights from your home airports.  You will receive information prior to your departure with all the details you’ll need for both the flight and your Connect to Israel experience. Since we have people joining us from all over the US, Canada and other countries we will meet in Israel. We will be with you every step of the way to help with booking flights, passports and any other needs you may have.

Oct 20: ARIEL AND ESHEL HASHOMRON HOTEL

Mike and Hanoch will be waiting to greet you at Ben Gurion Airport upon your arrival in Israel.  We will meet with the rest of our group, arriving from all over the world and leave together on our bus.  To th west will be the Mediterranean Sea and to our east the Hills of Samaria as we head up to Ariel, the ‘capital’ of Samaria, where we’ll be spending our first two nights at the unique and beautiful Eshel Hashomron Hotel.  After checking in and having dinner, we will have time to relax and breathe the air of Israel.

Oct 21: NORTHERN SAMARIA, ELON MOREH, MOUNT OF BLESSING, ITAMAR

Today we’ll begin seeing the sites of Northern Samaria including Elon Moreh and view the site of the promise that Abraham received.  After a visit to the Hayovel base, it will be on to lunch, a delicious meal coupled with a wine tasting at the Har Bracha (Mountain of Blessing) Visitor’s Center.  From there, we’ll go on to the town of Itamar where we will meet with former mayor, Moshe Goldsmith and his wife Leah. Itamar is the largest land mass city in Samaria. There will be many amazing surprises on this day. Prepare to leave a piece of you here.

Oct 22: SAMARIA, SHILOH, MA'ALE LEVONA AND JERUSALEM

The day begins with an olive oil and wine tasting at the Tura Winery. On to Shiloh, where the Tabernacle stood for 369 years. From Shiloh, we go to Ruthy's Horse Farm in the Judean desert. There we will meet Chaim and Ruthy who will share their vision for a horse therapy ranch They help children, young adults and many soldiers who have been injured or affected by the Swords of Iron war. Now it is “Up to Jerusalem. Depending on the time we arrive at our hotel, we'll have dinner and a night on Ben Yehuda St. There will a trip to experience the Machane Yehuda open air market.

Oct 23-26: JERUSALEM! PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE!

These days, including Shabbat will be spent in Jerusalem. We will ascend the Temple Mount first thing Thursday morning. We'll visit the Temple Institute, City of David, Burnt House, Pool of Siloam, tour the Old City, and so much more!  We will of course, provide time for lunches, ice cream, pastries and retail therapy, “Shopping”. Time to meet new friends such as Moshe and Dov of the Shorashim Shop and Udi of the Blue and White Art Gallery. There is much more in store during these days including time at the Machane Yehuda to prepare for Shabbat. Shabbat is time to rest, relax or explore a bit on your own. We will also have a Shabbat study together

Oct 27: QUMRAN, DEAD SEA, JORDAN RIVER VALLEY

This morning, we leave Jerusalem and head down to the Jordan River Valley. We will visit Qumran, Ein Gedi and have time for a “float” in the Dead Sea. On our drive north we make a stop at Qasr El Yahud, which holds history from Abraham, the Hebrews, King Saul and the Gospels. We continue up the Jordon River valley to the “Sea of Galilee” and to our hotel in Kibbutz Lavi.

Oct 28: NORTHERN GALILEE, GINOSAR AND EVEN A BOAT RIDE

Time to take in the beauty of Northern Israel. From the breathtaking view from the Arbel Cliffs, Capernaum, Ginosar and a boat ride on the Galilee we walk in the steps of Yeshua. A few surprise stops are planned today.

Oct 30: THE BEAUTY OF THE MEDITERANEAN

Our last day is spent along the Mediterranean coast. Mount Carmel, Caesarea, the Roman Aqueduct as well as an opportunity to sit, listen to the waves and reflect on our days together. The Ayalon Institute Museum will once again bring ancient and modern Israel together before our eyes. Then it is on to Ben Gurion airport for your flight back to exile and the beginning of plans for your next trip “Home”.

Oct 31 and beyond...: BACK TO OUR TEMPORARY HOMES

Let the planning begin!

The above itinerary is a guideline. We make every effort to not only experience the places and people listed, but to give much more. Due to scheduling, weather and security issues, changes may have to be made.

For those who would like to arrive in Israel earier or stay later, we will be glad to work with you. Any transportaion, lodging or other incured expenses are your responsibility.

Oct 29: SOUTHERN JUDEA AND THE JORDON RIVER VALLEY

Our day will be spent on the amazing Golan Heights. We will visit Gamla, Mt. Bental, Katzrin, Tel Dan and many other sites of Israel's past, present and future. Time for one more surprise?