Post-Tour I – Dead Sea, Masada, Galilee, Nazareth and Caesarea
(3 days – 2 nights)

Friday, 13 June, 2014
Depart Jerusalem after breakfast to the Judean Desert and the Dead Sea - the lowest point on earth. View the Qumran site where the Dead Sea scrolls were discovered. Then continue to Masada, a rugged natural fortress of majestic beauty and history - where you will ascend by cable car to the top of the mountain. Masada became a famous landmark after the first Jewish-Roman war when a siege of the fortress by troops of the Roman Empire led to a mass suicide of the site's Jewish Sicarii fugitives when defeat became imminent.

Continue south along the Dead Sea to the delightful Le Meridien Dead Sea hotel (or similar) Pool & Spa. The “Ma’ayan” Spa is one of the up-to-date in the region and features a heated Dead Sea water pool, rich in minerals, sulfur pools, modern Jacuzzi, dry Finnish sauna, hydrotherapy and comfortable, well equipped personal treatment rooms, in a tranquil, relaxed atmosphere, where we will enjoy a relaxing swimming pools & swimming in the Dead Sea. Biblically, it was a place of refuge for King David and was one of the world's first health resorts for Herod the Great.

Lunch will be served at the hotel.
Return to Jerusalem in the afternoon.
Overnight in Jerusalem - not included - in your chosen hotel for the Conference.

Saturday, 14 June, 2014
Departing Jerusalem and enjoying on the way a panoramic view of Jericho, the oldest city in the world. After driving up the Jordan Valley road to reach the Galilee, you will enjoy the unique experience of a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee followed by a traditional St Peter's fish lunch.
We will then visit Tabgha, the traditional site of the miracle of multiplication of the loaves and fishes in Christianity, and Kfar Nachum (Capernaum), the town reported to have been the home of Jesus. Enjoy a panoramic view of the Sea of Galilee along the way and the Mount of Beatitudes. Wine tasting in a local winery (if time permits).

Enjoy dinner at the hotel and check in.
Overnight – Kibbutz Guest House in the Galilee - HB

Sunday, 15 June, 2014
Spend the morning in Nazareth, where you will visit the Church of Annunciation, St Joseph's carpentry and the Arab market.
Lunch will be en route to Caesarea, the ancient Roman Capital and port. Built by Herod and dedicated to the Roman Emperor, Caesar, it had every luxury to be found in a Roman city. The magnificent theatre, well preserved by the sea sand, has been restored and is in use throughout summer. Above the port are the remains of the Roman temple.
We will start heading up to Tel Aviv in the end of the afternoon.
Overnight – 5* Hotel in Tel-Aviv – BB

Monday, 16 June, 2014
Transfer to Ben Gurion International airport.
Departure flight.

*minimum 2 persons in the room
*names to be provided at time of booking

Rate includes:
. Licensed English-speaking guide and touring in air-conditioned bus.
. Entrance fees to sites.
. 1 night accommodation in unique Kibbutz Guest House
. 1 night accommodation in 5-star hotel in Tel Aviv (David Intercontinental, Crowne Plaza or similar).
. Breakfast, lunch en route and dinner on 14 June.
. Transfer back to the airport.

Rate does not include:
. Overnight in Jerusalem on 13 June (extension of your Conference hotel stay – to be requested).
. Dinners on 13 & 15 June.
. Tips and other personal expenses

Post-Tour II – Eilat
– with optional visit to Petra, Jordan
(3 days – 3 nights)

Eilat, situated at the southern-most tip of Israel, is an exciting and vibrant holiday town and port. The city is home to glistening shores and desert plains, filled with a variety of hotels, restaurants, and unique attractions. Eilat is a paradise for water sports fans - diving, water skiing, parasailing and swimming with world-class facilities and world-renowned diving venues. The surrounding desert has much to offer and is filled with archaeological and historical sites. You can rent a jeep or even a camel to enjoy the hills and mountains enveloping the city. 

Venture south of the city and visit the Coral Reserve with its collection of splendid tropical fish and natural reefs. Visit the Underwater Observatory with its marine museum and collection of fascinating sea animals. For a unique experience, stop by the acclaimed Dolphin Reef and learn to swim with the dolphins! Eilat's many and varied restaurants, cafes, pubs and nightclubs are sure to please. Enjoy colourful shops and open air markets along the promenade that stretches along the city's northern shoreline.

Friday, 13 June, 2014
Transfer from your Jerusalem hotel to Ben Gurion/ Sde Dov airport for a domestic flight to Eilat.
Transfer to your hotel in Eilat.
Overnight – 5* Hotel in Eilat – BB

Saturday, 14 June, 2014
Option 1: Free at leisure
See above tips and suggestions about Eilat and its surroundings.
Option 2: Day tour to Petra, with a local guide.
Pick up from the hotel early morning (approx 7am).
After border-formalities, drive up to the Jordanian "Desert Highway" and then to the "Rose Red City" - Petra. Enter the ancient city through the famous "Siq" - a narrow natural gorge that made the secret entrance to Petra. Visit the most famous monuments, carved in the red Sandstone and eat lunch (included) nearby, before going back to the bus. After a short city-tour in Aqaba, you will reach the Arava Border and return to Eilat.
Return late afternoon (approx 6pm).
Overnight – 5* Hotel in Eilat - BB

Sunday, 15 June, 2014
Free time at leisure
Domestic flight from Eilat to Ben Gurion/ Sde Dov airport.
Transfer to Tel Aviv hotel.
Overnight – 5* Hotel in Tel Aviv – BB

Monday, 16 June, 2014
Transfer to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Departure flight.

Without Petra tour:

Including Petra tour:

*minimum 2 persons in the room
*names to be provided at time of booking

Rate includes:
. Transfer to and from airport for domestic flights to Eilat.
. Return flights to Eilat
. Local transportation to and from Eilat hotel (from and to Eilat airport).
. 2 nights' accommodation in Eilat 5-star hotel (Dan or similar) – BB
. 1 night accommodation in Tel Aviv 5-star hotel (David Intercontinental, Crowne Plaza or similar) - BB

Rate does not include:
. Tips and other personal expenses
. Entrance fees to sites in Eilat
. Lunches and dinners (except lunch in Petra – included)
. Border taxes & tip for Petra tour: $65 per person (as of today) to be paid in cash on the day of the tour.

Post-Tour III – Dead Sea and unique
Opera performance 'La Traviata'
(2 days – 2 nights)

Friday, 13 June, 2014
Depart Jerusalem after breakfast and travel to the Judean Desert and the Dead Sea - the lowest point on earth.
Tour Masada, a rugged natural fortress of majestic beauty and history - ascend by cable car to the top of the mountain. Masada became a famous landmark after the first Jewish-Roman war when a siege of the fortress by troops of the Roman Empire led to a mass suicide of the site's Jewish Sicarii fugitives when defeat became imminent. Lunch will be served on the top.
Drive to the Royal Rimonim hotel situated on the shores of the Dead Sea, at the lowest point on earth. Perfectly suited for both a quiet relaxing pampering Spa Getaway or an action packed experience in the area's desert terrain.  The hotels large, extensive conference facilities and state-of-art equipment make it the perfect choice for conferences and meetings. Whatever your needs, The Royal hotel is the perfect address at the Dead Sea.
Dinner served at the hotel.
Overnight – 5* Hotel in the Dead Sea - HB

Saturday, 14 June, 2014
Leisure time at the hotel.
Dinner served at the hotel.
Transfer to the Masada Opera performance 'La Traviata' Overnight – 5* Hotel in the Dead Sea - HB

Sunday, June 15, 2014
Transfer to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Departure flight.

*minimum 2 persons in the room
*names to be provided at time of booking

Rate includes:
. Licensed English-speaking guide and touring in air-conditioned bus.
. Entrance fees to sites.
. Lunch at Masada on 13 June
. Ticket to the Masada Opera performance 'La Traviata'.
. 2 nights' accommodation in 5-star hotel, including breakfast and dinner.
. Transfer back to the airport.

Rate does not include:
. Lunch on June 14 and lunch/dinner on 15 June (departure)
. Tips and other personal expenses.

Post-Tour IV – Jerusalem, Old City
(1 day)

Friday, 13 June, 2014
The tour will start with a breath taking overview of Jerusalem, the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations.
Enter the old city through Mt. Zion, passing the Armenian Quarter to the excavated Byzantine Cardo. Continuing through the Jewish Quarter, you will proceed to the Western Wall, this two thousand year old wall, part of the encircling and supporting wall built by King Herod when the Temple Mount area was enlarged.
As you walk along the Via Dolorosa, you will join the many pilgrims who are following the Stations of the Cross ending at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
Lunch will be served in a typical Middle Eastern restaurant.

Rate includes:
. Licensed English-speaking guide and touring in air-conditioned bus.
. Entrance fees to sites.
. Lunch in a typical Middle Eastern restaurant.

Rate does not include:
. Tips and other personal expenses
. Overnight on Friday 13 June.
. Transfer back to the airport.

*Tours will operate with a minimum of 30 participants
*Registration for Post tours will be open until May 12th, 2014. Participation will not be guaranteed after this date.