EURO-ISRAEL ODYSSEY / Summer 2010
**IMPORTANT NOTE**
The Euro-Israel Odyssey has been canceled for 2010. Additional details will be posted here about future Euro-Israel Odyssey travel experiences.
ABOUT THE ODYSSEY
Join fellow young adults from across North America this summer and travel eastwards along the Mediterranean to southern Spain and Israel. The first leg of the journey is spent touring the sun soaked Andalusia region of Spain. Visit the world-famous Al-Hambra Palace, relax on the beaches of the Spanish Riviera, and learn about the Jewish people’s rich history in this land. From Spain, we journey on to Israel for ten days of new experiences, new friendships, and a deeper connection to the Jewish Homeland.
Who is right for this experience?
- This program is opened to ages 18-29 with separate trip departure dates for ages 18-24 and 23-29
- This experience is intended for Jewish young adults of all backgrounds and embraces a pluralistic approach
- The itinerary is designed both for those who have never been to Israel before and those who are returning
- The trip is perfect for anyone seeking an active travel experience and who has a spirit for adventure
Want to speak to an Odyssey alumni from past seasons? Contact us for references. Learn more below or download the trip Registration Form.
PROGRAM ITINERARY
The projected itinerary for Euro-Israel Odyssey is detailed below. An updated itinerary with exact flight and accommodation details will be posted shortly.
 DAY #1: SUNDAY / Departure!
- Depart from New York in the evening
DAY #2: MONDAY / Madrid & Toledo
- Arrive in Madrid, Spain
- Tour of the Royal Palace and Plaza Espana in Madrid
- Travel back in time to the old quarter of Toledo
- Explore Toledo’s remaining synagogue
- Overnight: Accommodations in Toledo
 DAY #3: TUESDAY / Spain’s Andalusia Region
- Travel southwards to the Andalusia region of Spain
- Tour of the world-famous Al-Hambra palace in Grenada
- Nature walk into the Andalusia Mountains
- Evening: Flamenco dancing outing
- Overnight: Accommodations in Granada
DAY #4: WEDNESDAY / Costa Del Sol
- Travel southwards to the Spanish coast
- Day of relaxation along Spain’s golden coast
 - Visit to the Picasso Museum in Malaga
- Closing dinner on the beach in Malaga
- Transfer to Malaga for domestic flight to Madrid
- Catch connecting flight from Madrid to Tel Aviv
- Overnight in the sky en route to Israel
DAY #5: THURSDAY / Arrival in Israel
- Arrive in Israel in early morning
- Welcome ceremony at Caesarea amphitheater on beach
- Hike down the Arbel overlooking the Sea of Galilee
 - Sunset cruise & Israeli dancing on the Sea of Galilee
- Overnight: Accommodations in the Galilee
DAY #6: FRIDAY / The Galilee
- Walking tour of mystical Tsfat
- Horseback riding at Bat Yaar Ranch in the Galilee
- Relaxed rafting on the Jordan River
- Festive Shabbat dinner on the Sea of Galilee
- Overnight: Accommodations in the Galilee
DAY #7: SATURDAY / Shabbat on the Kinneret
- Shabbat program & lunch with host community
- Swimming in the Sea of Galilee
- Evening: Relax at the Hamat Gader hot springs
- Overnight: Accommodations in the Galilee
DAY #8: SUNDAY / Golan Heights
- Ascend the Golan Height
- Hike down Nahal Jilaboun
 - View of region from Mount Ben Tal
- Tasting & tour at Golan Heights Winery
- Travel southwards along the Jordan River
- Evening: Bonfire dinner atop the Judean Desert cliffs
- Overnight: Accommodations at the Dead Sea
DAY #9: MONDAY / Judean Desert
- Sunrise ascent to Masada via the Snake Path
- Tour of the Masada desert fortress complex
- Relaxed floating at the Dead Sea
 - Nature walk to the desert waterfalls at Ein Gedi Reserve
- Travel to the Ramon Crater in the Negev Desert
- Evening: Moonlit walk around the lip of the crater
- Overnight: Ramon Guest House, Negev Desert
DAY #10: TUESDAY / Negev Desert
- Jeep tour of the Ramon Crater
- Relax at the Neve Mibar natural springs & spa
- Hike to the hidden desert pools at Ein Avdat
- Overnight: Ramon Guest House, Negev Desert
DAY #11: WEDNESDAY / Coastal Plain
- Begin travel northwards towards central Israel
- Explore the Bar Kochba caves at Beit Guvrin
- Table-to-Table: Harvesting crops for the needy
- Visit to the secret Haganah facility at Ayalon Institute
- Sunset introduction to Jerusalem at the Haas Promenade
- Overnight: Accommodations in Jerusalem
DAY #12: THURSDAY / Ancient Jerusalem
 - Walk along the Rampart Walls surrounding the Old City
- Explore the “City of David” complex & Hezekiah’s Tunnel
- Tour the alleyways, rooftops, and tunnels of the Old City
- Time for reflection at the Kotel – The Western Wall
- Overnight: Accommodations in Jerusalem
DAY #13: FRIDAY / Tel Aviv
- Travel to modern Tel Aviv
- Visit to Israel’s Independence Hall & Rabin Square
- Walking tour of old Jaffa seaport
 - Shopping at Nahalat Binyamin streets festival
- Return to Jerusalem to prepare for Shabbat
- Kabbalat Shabbat in the Old City
- Walk back to hotel for Shabbat dinner
- Overnight: Accommodations in Jerusalem
DAY #14: SATURDAY / Shabbat in Jerusalem
- Options to visit local synagogues in Jerusalem
- Shabbat lunch at hotel
- Walking tour of Jerusalem neighborhoods
 - Relaxed afternoon at Jerusalem’s Independence Park
- Evening: Return to Old City for Kotel Tunnel Tour
- Overnight: Accommodations in Jerusalem
DAY #15: SUNDAY / Contemporary Jerusalem
- Yad VaShem Holocaust Memorial
- Tree planting ceremony in the Jerusalem Bird Observatory
- Visit to the Chagall Windows at Hadassah Hospital
- Shopping at the Mahane Yehuda marketplace
- Evening: Late night BBQ dinner party in Ben Shemen Forest
DAY #16: MONDAY / Return to North America
- Catch return flight to North America
- Arrive in NYC in early morning
REGISTRATION & TERMS
TRIP COSTS: $3250/person
HOW TO SIGN-UP: Download the trip Registration Form
WHAT'S INCLUDED:
• Roundtrip flights from New York (JFK) to Madrid/Tel Aviv on Iberia Airlines
• Overnight in 3- or 4-star hotels and kibbutz guest house-style accommodations
Note: Based on triple room occupancy; options for single room occupancy ($575/person)
or double room occupancy ($100/person) are available
• Two group meals daily
Note: Group meals in Israel are all kosher / group meals in Spain are kosher or vegetarian/fish
• Entrance fees, activity costs and meals as noted on itinerary
• Licensed guide & deluxe touring bus daily (no bus travel on Shabbat)
• Security escort in Israel daily
• Not included: Connecting travel to NYC, one meal per day, medical/travelers insurance, gratuities, and incidentals
REGISTRATION TERMS: A program deposit of $200/person is required to hold your place on the program and can be sent no later than March 15th, 2010 – after which, deposit payments are non-refundable. The balance of trips costs is due by April 1, 2010 – after which refunds will be issued subject to a $1000/person penalty. No refunds will be issued within a week of the program start date. All cancellations must be made in writing. This program is subject to availability limitations and is based on a participation minimum. Participants will be advised before the end of February 2010 whether the participation minimum has been met.
QUESTIONS? CONTACT US
Have questions about the program, get in touch with us at:
Tel: 1-800-600-5194
Fax: 1-202-315-3269
Email: info@authenticisrael.com
Mail: Authentic Israel / 5185 Macarthur Blvd, NW #640 / Washington, DC 20016 | 
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