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Youth Group Activity holidays in Israel

Perfect for educational school groups or youth groups! CAMEL SAFARI'S (click for picture) THE DEAD SEA (click for picture) BEDOUIN EXPERIENCE (click for picture) DONKEY TREKS (click for picture) THE HOLYLAND SIGHTS (click for picture) Tours from only £679 half board! Price includes: 1 free place after every 10 paying group members, full board accommodation including the overnight Bedouin Dessert Experience, all entrance fees, all activity fees, all tours, transfers, guide costs, local and airport taxes and scheduled flights from London! e-mail us now!

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Youth Activity Tour of the Bible Lands Sample 8 day Tour                                                          Top

Day 1. Depart from London on a scheduled EL AL flight to Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion Airport. Transfer by air-conditioned coach to your Hotel/Youth Hostel in the Galilee. Overnight in Galilee (or Netanya for late arriving flights)

Day 2. Following breakfast, the day begins with a boat ride on the wonderful Sea of Galilee. Following this we travel North to through the Hula Valley Nature Reserve, arguably the world's best bird spotting site, to Banyas and the source of the River Jordan. Time to get wet, as you white water raft on the famous River Jordan. On the slower stretches of the river you will notice the many turtles that inhabit the water. Next we travel to the summit of the spectacular Golan Heights which overlook neighboring Syria and provide spectacular views of the Galilee. Overnight in Galilee.

Day 3. A day exploring Galilee's great history and immense spiritual significance. The day starts with a visit to the busy Arab town of Nazareth, the childhood home of Jesus Christ. You will see the Church of the

Annunciation, traditionally the sight associated with the Mary's visitation by Angels. The Church built over the only spring and water supply in Nazareth, where Jesus and his family must have visited on many occasions. From here we visit Acco with its ancient crusader fortress where you will be able to wander through the maze of dark narrow tunnels and enjoy this beautiful Mediterranean Town. Returning to Galilee we will visit the lakeside town of Capernaum where Jesus lived and preached. The day will end with a Donkey Trek across the Galilean Hills. Overnight in Galilee.

Day 4. After breakfast we start the journey south to Jerusalem, but not before visiting Yardenet a traditional baptismal site on the Jordan. From here we continue through Beit She'an, a remarkable archaeological site and the place where King Saul's head was displayed after decapitation. Following the Jordan Valley we reach Jericho, the world's oldest city and the world's

lowest city. Taking the extraordinary Wadi Kelt Road you will see the spectacular St. George's Monastery built directly into the rock face of the Gorge. Continue the ascent to the top of the Mount of Olives for a spectacular first sight of the City of Jerusalem. Check in to your Hotel/Hostel in Jerusalem and following dinner a trip on the incredible Jerusalem Time Elevator for a high tech Journey into the history of the most revered city in the world. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 5. A walking tour through the amazing Old City of Jerusalem. We shall start at the Dung Gate and visit the Western (Wailing) Wall the most holy site for Jewish people. Next to the Temple Mount to view the amazing

Dome of the Rock, built on the Temple Mount (the site of Solomon's Temple and where the Ark of the Covenant rested.) From here to St. Stephen's Gate to follow the Via Dolarosa and the 14 stages of the cross to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, one of just 2 sites regarded as the place of crucifixion and burial of Jesus. After lunch we make the short journey to Bethlehem where you will visit the Church of the Holy Nativity, widely accepted as being built over the cave where Jesus was born. You will view the Shepherd's Fields before a return to Jerusalem. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 6. Today we descend to the lowest point on the surface of the earth at 1305 feet (398m) below sea level as we explore the extraordinary Dead Sea. We will pass Qumran where a young shepherd boy discovered the Dead Sea Scrolls, what for many, is the most important archaeological find ever made. On to the amazing Masada which you will reach by cable car. You will here of the amazing courage shown against Rome and all its might. Next we visit the En Gedi Spa where there will be time to float in the unsinkable Dead Sea, to take a Mud Bath to enjoy a bath in the Natural Hot Sulphur Springs as well as a relaxing time in and around the outdoor swimming pool. If time permits, a walk into the En Gedi Nature Reserve, where if you are fortunate you might see a leopard before reaching the beautiful dessert oasis where David spared King Saul's life. Next a drive to Mamshit for a night in the dessert and a Bedouin Experience. You will enjoy a "Hafla" the traditional Bedouin meal. Overnight in the dessert.

Day 7. After breakfast, a Camel ride in the dessert before returning to Jerusalem. A time for reflection as we visit Yad Vashem, the Holocaust museum. From here we take a short tour of the new City of Jerusalem passing the Knesset and the Shrine of the Book. Next to the Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus spent some of his last hours among the ancient Olive trees. From here we visit the Garden tomb, the other site regarded by many as the place of the crucifixion and burial of Jesus. Overnight in Jerusalem. Day 8. Time permitting an opportunity in the morning to shop and barter in the Bazaar before our transfer to Ben Gurion airport for the return scheduled EL AL flight to London. Please note: Certain tours may be altered or even withdrawn due to locally prevailing conditions, or Jewish festivities, but every effort will be made to run the itinerary as shown. Tour prices and operation is based upon a minimum number of participants. E-mail us now! Top

School Exchanges & School Twinning For 11-16 or 11-18 Schools

Star Tours together with our agents in Israel are happy to find schools in the United Kingdom and partner schools in Israel on request for the purpose of school exchanges or twinning. There is no charge or obligation on your part for this service. Star Tours is a company with a keen interest in promoting educational links between Israel and the UK. The school-twinning project has encouraged schools to be involved in many forms of live link ups using Internet technology. e-mail us now! Top

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