My Turn in Israel. The Israel experience for adults and families ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE PROGRAM TRIP DATES. Outbound Date (Main Program)

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1 ABOUT THE EXPERIENCE It's your turn to experience the magic of Israel on this 8-day tour for adults and families with an optional 2-day extension to Eilat on the Red Sea. Join travelers from across North America to experience Israel's rich history, modern culture, and natural beauty. The itinerary is full of Israel's mustsee sites like Jerusalem, Masada, Caesarea, Dead Sea, Sea of Galilee, and the Judean desert. Along the way, we also experience Israel's off-thebeaten-path charm, culture, and delicious food. This tour is organized and operated in-house by our own staff; which means we provide the highest level of service and a truly "authentic" experience in Israel. References are always available upon request. Is the My Turn in Israel experience right for me? My Turn in Israel is perfect for adults & families with a spirit for adventure. Each day is packed with experiences that are designed to give you the full flavor of Israel. The itinerary is Jewish heritage-focused, all meals are kosher, and there is no bus-based touring on Shabbat. In other words, this experience is designed for Jewish travelers of all backgrounds and ages. Group sizes range from ten to forty participants. Learn more below. Start your journey. PROGRAM TRIP DATES Arrival Date May 24, 2012 June 28, 2012 August 9, 2012 Outbound Date (Main Program) May 31, 2012 July 5, 2012 August 16, 2012 Outbound Date (Eilat Add-On) Saturday June 2, 2012 Saturday July 7, 2012 Saturday August 18, 2012 Getting to Israel. The base price for My Turn in Israel does not include international flights. Participants are responsible for arranging their own air travel to/from Israel. Participants can arrange to be met at Ben Gurion International Airport upon arrival and escorted to the group hotel in Jerusalem by our staff for an additional fee of $150 per pick-up (up to five participants). Otherwise, inexpensive taxi service from Ben Gurion Airport to Jerusalem is easily available (45 minute drive) as well as shared vans, etc. The program formally begins on evening with dinner included at the Jerusalem hotel. The guided portion of the program begins on Friday morning. Participants arriving early or late can be accommodated by special arrangement.

2 PROGRAM ITINERARY Each My Turn in Israel trip is based on the following core itinerary elements. Actual itineraries and final hotel locations may vary slightly and will be re-confirmed approximately six weeks prior to arrival. DAY 1 / THURSDAY / Arrival to Israel Check-in and dinner at Jerusalem hotel NOTE: Participants can arrange to be picked up at Ben Gurion airport upon arrival [Meals Included: Dinner] DAY 2 / FRIDAY / Jerusalem's Old City Meet program guide following breakfast Panoramic Jerusalem intro at the Hass Promenade Tour the tunnels, alleys & rooftops of the Old City Reflections at the Kotel - The Western Wall Exploration & shopping in the Jewish Quarter Explore layers of Jewish history in the Kotel Tunnels Optional Kabbalat Shabbat services at Western Wall DAY 3 / SATURDAY / Shabbat in Jerusalem Optional: Shabbat services at local synagogues Shabbat lunch served at hotel Guided walking tour of Jerusalem's colorful neighborhoods and historical points of interest Night on the town in Jerusalem on own [Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch] DAY 4 / SUNDAY / Contemporary Jerusalem Visit to Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial View the Chagall Windows at Hadassah Hospital Explore Jerusalem's picturesque Ein Karem village Tour the grounds of Israel's Knesset (Parliament) Browse the Mahane Yehuda market Dinner served at accommodations DAY 5 / MONDAY / The Negev Desert Tree planting in the Jerusalem foot hills Explore the archeological caves at Beit Guvrin Travel through the Negev desert Camel riding & Bedouin-style desert tent dinner Check-in at Dead Sea accommodations Overnight accommodations at the Dead Sea [Meals Included: Breakfast & Lunch] DAY 6 / TUESDAY / Masada & Dead Sea Morning ascent to Masada fortress via cable cars Tour of the Masada desert fortress complex Relaxation & floating at the Dead Sea Nature walk to Ein Gedi desert waterfalls Travel north to the Galilee via the Jordan Valley Cruise on the Sea of Galilee with Israeli dancing Check-in & dinner at kibbutz accommodations Walking tour of the kibbutz grounds Overnight accommodations in the Galilee DAY 7 / WEDNESDAY / Mystics of the Galilee Tour of mystical Tzfat, birthplace of Kabbalah Explore Tzfat's artist quarter district on own View of the region from atop Mt. Meiron, the highest point in the Galilee Experience Druze village hospitality and a traditional dinner in the village of Peki'in Overnight accommodations in the Galilee DAY 8 / THURSDAY / Trendy Tel Aviv Begin travel towards Tel Aviv Tour of Caesarea amphitheater on the beach Tel Aviv tour: Independence Hall, Rabin Square, and Neve Tzedek neighborhood Free time along Tel Aviv's Mediterranean beach Walking tour of old Jaffa seaport at sunset Closing dinner at "Dr. Shakshouka s" in Jaffa Travel back to Ben Gurion Airport for return flight or continue to Eilat via domestic flight

3 OPTIONAL EILAT & PETRA ADD-ON Eight days not enough? Extend your stay in Israel in Eilat - Israel's Red Sea resort. The Eilat extension package includes two night accommodations in Eilat with breakfast daily, roundtrip domestic airfare from Tel Aviv to Eilat, and plenty of time to relax and explore the tropical beaches of the Red Sea. An optional day trip to Petra in Jordan is also available as an add-on. Participants who wish to stay longer in Eilat may request an extended stay. DAY 8 / THURSDAY Domestic flight to Eilat after dinner from Tel Aviv Pick-up from Eilat Airport and transfer to hotel Overnight accommodations in Eilat [Meals Included: Breakfast Only] DAY 9 / FRIDAY Breakfast at hotel Day at leisure in Eilat along the beach Guided day tour of Petra in Jordan (Optional) Overnight accommodations in Eilat [Meals Included: Breakfast Only] DAY 10 / SATURDAY Breakfast at hotel Day at leisure in Eilat along the beach Return to Ben Gurion Airport in evening* [Meals Included: Breakfast Only] *NOTE: Return flight from Eilat Airport to Ben Gurion Airport will be booked according to the traveler's schedule. Participants wishing to stay longer in Eilat can request an extension of the package hotel rate. TRAVEL PACKAGE My Turn in Israel is based on the following package: Hotels in Jerusalem (4 nights), the Dead Sea (1 night) and in the Galilee (2 nights). NOTE: Standard and Deluxe hotel options available (see below) Licensed Israeli tour guide throughout program Two meals daily, including all Shabbat meals Luxury private air-conditioned touring bus Site entrance fees and all activity costs Not Included: International flights (optional), gratuities, one meal per day, and hotel incidentals Early Registration Discount / No Risk Registration! Register at least six months in advance of the program start date and automatically receive a $100/person discount! Sign-up now by completing the enclosed registration form and take advantage of no-risk registration terms (see below)! Standard & Deluxe Hotel Room Options My Turn in Israel participants can choose from Standard-level and Deluxe-level hotel room packages. Example hotels by region are posted online at Final itineraries along with actual hotels are typically confirmed approximately 60 days prior

4 PARTICIPANT INFORMATION PARTICIPANT #1 (primary contact) Tel: PARTICIPANT #2 (if applicable) Tel: PARTICIPANT #3 (if applicable) PARTICIPANT #4 (if applicable) Add more Participant Information pages if necessary MAILING ADDRESS: *Passport number and expiration date are required if selecting local health insurance or the Petra day tour. If passport info is not currently available, it can be submitted at a later date. Please note that according to Israeli law, your passport must be valid for at least six months from date of entry. Ensure all names are entered as they appear in your passport. ROOMING NOTES: EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION Full Name: Relation: Tel (Cell): Tel (Other): STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY. Except for the willful negligence of its direct employees, Authentic Israel assumes no liability or responsibility for any injuries, inconvenience, illness, theft, property damage, irregularity, or incidental damages occasioned by circumstances beyond the control of the tour operator or by any person or reason whatsoever including but not limited to events such as strikes, revolts, wars, natural disasters, closures of airports and/or hotels, default or omission of any common or private carrier or the default, negligence or omission of and by any third party providing services or facilities to or included in this tour or any part thereof. Enrollment in and payment for the tour constitute your acceptance of the program conditions and this Statement of Responsibility. The program conditions become a binding contract when your enrollment and payment are received.

5 PROGRAM SELECTION DETAILS TRIP DATES SELECTED: MAIN PROGRAM Based on Standard hotel rooms: $1,500/person (double room occupancy) Based on Deluxe hotels rooms: $1,800/person (double room occupancy) Single room supplement: $350 (Standard) / $550 (Deluxe) Discounts for children age 13 and under: $150/child VIP airport greeting & transfer to Jerusalem hotel: $150 total (up to five) EILAT ADD-ON Based on Standard hotel rooms: $600/person (double room occupancy) Based on Deluxe hotel rooms: $750/person (double room occupancy) Single room supplement: $185 (Standard) / $350 (Deluxe) Discounts for children age 13 and under: $50/child Guided Petra day trip from Eilat: $230/person (border fees extra ~$55/p) TRAVELER S INSURANCE (See form below) LOCAL HEALTH INSURANCE $3.00/day per person (covers all non pre-existing conditions) Supplemental fees apply for participants who are age 65 years old older NOTE: Register within six months of trip start date and receive a $100/person discount Payment & Cancellation Terms. In order to reserve your place on the program, a $250/person deposit fee is due with registration. Full payment is due no later than 60 days prior to trip start date. The trip deposit is fully refundable up to 120 days prior to program start date. Participants who cancel within 120 days of the program start date will receive a refund, minus the deposit. Participants who cancel within 60 days of the program start date are not entitled to a refund. PAYMENT INFORMATION Deposit Due with Registration ($250/Person): $ Payment Method (check one): Check Visa/Mastercard/AmEx Total Amount Due: $ Unless noted, credit/debit cards will be charged $250/person deposit upon receipt and balance due 60 days before program start. Credit Card #: Security Code: Exp. Date: Name on Card: Billing Address: Signature: Date: GENERAL NOTES:

6 GROUP TRAVEL INSURANCE. Authentic Israel has partnered with Travel Insurance to Israel to provide an optional travel insurance package. NOTE: Children under the age of 18 traveling with parent(s) are covered for FREE. BENEFITS MAXIMUM LIMITS Pre-Departure Trip Cancellation Trip Cost Post-Departure Trip Interruption Up to 150% of Trip Cost Travel Delay/Missed Connection $500 Maximum Medical Expense/Emergency Evacuation $50,000/$500,000 ($50 deductible) Baggage and Personal Effects $1,000 ($250 per article limit) Baggage Delay $300 Pre-Existing Medical Conditions Covered (if purchased w/in 14 days of trip deposit) Cancel For Any Reason (Optional)* 75% of non-refundable Trip Cost Not available to residents of Washington St. The above table is a summary of benefits. Please see the policy wording for a complete description. All benefits subject to plan exclusions and non-usa residents are ineligible for coverage. *Cancel For Any Reason. This supplemental coverage can be selected provided the plan is purchased within 14 days of initial trip deposit or airfare payment and the appropriate additional premium is paid. Cancellation must be made at least two days or more prior to departure. Optional Medical Upgrade: $25/Person Applies to all travelers on same policy and adds the following additional benefits: Additional $50,000 Emergency Accident and Sickness Medical per person Additional $500,000 Emergency Evacuation and Repatriation of Remains per person $0 deductible Primary medical coverage Children under the age of 18 traveling with parent(s) are covered for FREE DELUXE PLAN DELUXE PLAN + CANCEL FOR ANY REASON COVERED AMOUNT PER ADULT (18+)* COVERED AMOUNT PER ADULT (18+)* AGE $1,501- $2,000 $2,001- $2,500 $2,501- $3,000 $3,001- $3,500 $3,501- $4,000 $1,501- $2,000 $2,001- $2,500 $2,501- $3,000 $3,001- $3,500 $3,501- $4, $79 $99 $119 $138 $155 $115 $145 $175 $203 $ $102 $125 $146 $154 $169 $149 $184 $215 $227 $ $131 $161 $190 $220 $249 $193 $238 $281 $326 $370 *All trip costs must be included as part of your coverage including flight costs not booked through Authentic Israel. Order online at Questions? Please contact Dani Eisenstock at dani@travelinsuranceisrael.com or