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China - CHINA: IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE JEWS OF CHINA - ECHA
 Eddie‘s Kosher Travel invites you to discover the history of the Jews who first arrived to China around the 7th or 8th Century from neighboring India or along the Silk Road as part of trade missions from Europe. The Jewish community of Kaifeng - established in the 11th Century - is the most ancient of its kind in China. It was most likely established by descendants of Jews who were once exiled to Babylon and who arrived to China from India and Persia. The synagogue in Kaifeng was established in 1163 and was destroyed and rebuilt numerous times until the 19th Century. The Chinese authorities never recognized the Jews of Kaifeng as a separate ethnic group. Members of the community look Chinese, speak Chinese and maintain very few Jewish traditions. Over and above our exploration of China‘s Jewish past on this exclusive tour, we will meet with the culture that created massive edifices such as the Great Wall, the Forbidden City in Imperial Beijing, the Terra Cotta Army in Xi’an and the intricate gardens of Hangzhou. - CLASSICAL CHINA - 17 DAYS - CHRM
 This is an extraordinary excursion to a captivating culture. Big bustling cities on breathtaking backdrops; tasty exotic teas and fertile rice paddies; soft silk and exquisitely pleasing pearls, and the marvels of Chinese medicine – see them all up close and personal as the greatest transformation of the modern age takes place before our very eyes. Our tour menu includes charming Suzhou, the enchanting vistas of Guilin; the cities of Beijing, Xian, Hangzhou, Shanghai, and quaint countryside villages. An exciting exploration of both ancient and modern Chinese culture
Africa - MOROCCO: MAGIC OF THE ORIENT - EMAR
 The Kosher Travel Club, a joint production of Eddie‘s Travel and Shai Bar Ilan Geographical Tours, invites you to enter a world of mystery. Morocco is an initiation into the magic of the Islamic, Arabic, African world of medinas, minarets, desert and mountain, and yet retains a European patina. Imbibe the spirit of Morocco; wander the streets of the great cities. Fez is a stunning array of medieval buildings; the world-famous souk of Marrakech sells a bewildering array of goods; Casablanca, is a thriving commercial center, and Rabat reflects its modern French origins. The snow-capped Atlas Mountains lie inland. Beyond them are the fringes of the parched Sahara. Whether scaling distant ridges, haggling for exotic artifacts, gazing at ancient wonders or marveling at the pink of a desert dawn, in Morocco, you will be mesmerized.
Europe - PEARLS OF RUSSIA: MOSCOW & ST. PETERSBURG - ERUS
 The Kosher Travel Club, a joint production of Eddie‘s Travel and Shai Bar Ilan Geographical Tours, invites you to experience the Pearls of Russia. Moscow, Russia’s capital, is an exciting and vibrant city. It is rich in history, politics, tradition, authority and religion. St. Petersburg, on the other hand, is Russia‘s most romantic and culturally important city. Discover the fascinating Kremlin in Moscow and the splendor of the Hermitage in St. Petersburg. Experience Moscow’s powerful present and encounter St. Petersburg’s imperial past. Each city has a long history of Jewish involvement at multiple levels. Our combined Moscow and St. Petersburg tour will leave you with unforgettable memories of Russia‘s most interesting and important cities - JEWISH SPAIN: MADRID, ANDALUSIA & GIBRALTAR - EMAN
 The Kosher Travel Club, a joint production of Eddie‘s Travel and Shai Bar Ilan Geographical Tours, invites you to a country with a checkered history. Spain is an example of a kingdom that managed to extricate itself from economic disaster and partial ostracism by the other countries of Europe and changed into a leading country of the European Union. Spain is considered the world‘s leading country in foreign tourism (about 60 million foreign tourists annually) – blessed with people who come to visit its famous sites or relax on the golden beaches of the Costa Brava or the Costa del Sol. To us, Spain is important for other reasons: the rich Jewish history of Catalonia, Andalusia and the city of Toledo is firmly planted in our national psyche – mainly because of the Spanish Inquisition in the late 15th century. We will visit the main sites connected to the Jewish history of Spain, as well as some of the primary sites that attract tourists from all over the world. - PORTUGAL: IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF THE ANUSIM - EPOR
 The Kosher Travel Club, a joint production of Eddie‘s Travel and Shai Bar Ilan Geographical Tours, invites you to experience the Jewish history of Portugal. Portugal stands somewhat alone in Europe separated from everyone by its border with Spain. It‘s a small country, but it offer so much: a spectacular Atlantic coastline, dotted with classic and historic fishing villages such as Nazare; majestic mountain ranges and dense forests; and vineyards as far as the eye can see alongside quaint, picturesque hamlets in the Doro Valley. History, monumental architecture, religious and secular art, all finds expression in churches and monasteries both ancient and modern. Combine all this with an entire population that is discovering its Jewish roots, and renewing Jewish life in this beautiful land. Then add warm hospitality, fine wine and great food – and you‘ll discover a Portugal you never knew existed. - Jewish Heritage Roots Tour of Lithuania and Belarus - ELIT
Jews have lived in Lithuania/Belarus for over 700 years - in some areas predating even the arrival of Christianity to this part of the world. Their legacy is rich with both Torah and secular scholarship - most Litvaks could speak at least three languages, two of them being Hebrew and a rich, classic Yiddish. Although the Nazis cut a vast swathe through Jewish life here, there is still much to see and experience in this part of the world, and a new, post-Soviet openness has awakened a huge interest in Jewish history and culture.
Come and meet with members of the Vilnius Yiddish Institute - where Yiddish is being taught as part of the curriculum of the Vilnius University, Lithuania‘s premier center of higher learning. Travel on to Belarus (once a part of the Grand Duchy of Lithuania), for centuries home to great yeshivas and small shtetls. Vilna, Kovno,Grodno, Minsk, Mir and Slonim - all are basic building blocks of Ashkenazic Jewish heritage.
- THE AMALFI COAST TOUR - EAMA
 Most people who visit this area, famous for its rugged cliffs, its winding coastal road, its picturesque towns and its historical significance, miss out. They rarely have time for the attraction which, for Naomi’s guests, has proved to be the highlight of the whole Amalfi Coast experience: a 3-hour hike just below the clouds (hopefully) called “the pathway of the gods”.
No “on the bus – off the bus” on this tour!! We want you to feel the Amalfi Coast under your feet, and literally get an overview of the incredible beauty of these 60 miles of coast from Naples in the north to Salerno in the south. So we’ve created an itinerary with hikes, offering alternatives for those preferring not to. Additionally, to see the coast from the sea is simply spectacular. On one trip we even had a guest who cycled through the mountains from Sorrento to Amalfi!!!
Heard of Vietri pottery? We’ll see it at the source when we stop at Vietri-sul-Mare, and we’ll visit one of the few remaining makers of real wood inlay in Sorrento. Of course we’ll be in elegant Positano and, capital of the coast, in Amalfi. We’ll climb up the hill to enjoy the grandeur of hilltop Ravello, famous for its concerts, its villas and their gardens.
And then there’s Pompeii. August 24th will never be the same again after you hear from your fascinating professional guide what happened in 79A.D. the year Vesuvius erupted. And the area boasts 3 of the best-preserved Greek temples in the world at Paestum.
Let’s not forget the boat-ride to Capri, with the sun in your face and sea breeze in your hair, which prepares you for a few hours of magic on that most romantic island, where the chair-lift to heaven is just one of the ways to enjoy the island to the full. On the way back you’ll see what all the fuss is about – the magnificent views of the Amalfi coast from the sea.
All this, while staying in a luxury hotel in Sorrento with possibly the best view of the volcano that made the area so famous, Mt Vesuvius. We’ll dine by candlelight, on food prepared in our exclusively kosher kitchen by local chefs, while sitting on a terrace that you just won’t want to leave.
- CONTRASTS OF SWITZERLAND - ESWI
 Switzerland a land of paradise on Earth is a dream destination in Europe. Globally famous for its refreshing natural beauty, breathtakingly beautiful snow-capped mountains, gorgeous landscapes, magnificent historical monuments and enticing cities with magnetic attractions, Switzerland in Europe is visited by thousands and thousands of tourists from the entire corner of the globe.
Switzerland spectacular Alps, lovely lakes, nature trails, ancient cities with historical monuments, churches and towers, scenic countryside, green meadows with blossoming flowers, rich culture influenced by France, Italy and Germany and more of all the welcoming people with diverse culture showcases the unity in diversity, have truly helped in the boom of Switzerland, which in turn have really boost in the visit of tourists, to Switzerland, Mecca of Tourists.
Far East - JAPAN - THE JAPANESE LEGEND - EJAPL
 The Kosher Travel Club, a joint production of Eddie‘s Travel and Shai Bar Ilan Geographical Tours, invites you to explore a land of many contrasts. In a volcanic Island chain, surrounded by an ocean, the Japanese built their cultural and national identity. The transition from being open to the world to being closed to it has shaped Japan‘s unique character. And even today, modern and technological Japan remains rigid and reserved, and it zealously preserves its unique tradition. A visit to Japan is an encounter with many contrasts almost everywhere; ancient temples alongside modern skyscrapers, fancy gardens and hi-tech gadgets, old samurai castles located in vibrant, modern cities. Japan is a western society that stands firmly in the east. Our tour includes Tokyo with its skyscrapers, wooden houses and traditional gardens, and the natural reserve Nikko with its abundance of temples – both Shinto and Buddhist. At Hakone, located on the edge of a volcanic lake, we can soak in a typical Japanese Onsen. Kyoto – Japan‘s imperial capital for over 1,000 years, and Hiroshima, rebuilt from scratch after the tragic event of the atomic bomb in World War II. The Land of the Rising Sun brings us calm at dawn, hustle and bustle at midday, and placidity at night. Yokoso!
Australia - AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND - EAUN
 The Kosher Travel Club, a joint production of Eddie‘s Travel and Shai Bar Ilan Geographical Tours, invites you to say "G‘day!" and get to know the Lands Down Under. Founded by ancient Polynesian (Maori) navigators, developed by European settlers and attractive to Pacific Rim immigrants, the lands of "no worries" may be home to the happiest people on earth. They have it all: cosmopolitan cities like Sydney and Auckland, the Blue Mountains and many of the world‘s best beaches; the Great Barrier Reef, the most extensive collection of coral on earth, and a selection of native animals such as the cute koalas, bounding kangaroos, curious emus and diminutive kiwis. The soaring craggy mountains of New Zealand’s southern Island with its crystal clear fjords, gurgling volcanic pools and glacier-fed lakes, all beneath a brilliant blue sky.
South America - A VIP TOUR & CRUISE: ECUADOR, GALAPAGOS & PERU - EEGP
 Ecuador is the smallest country in the Andes Mountains and one of the most fascinating tourist attractions in South America. Thanks to the diversity of the native cultures, the well-kept colonial architecture, the volcanic scenery and the lush forests, this country has more points of interest within its borders than those of a country twice its size. Ecuador ranks as one of the richest countries in the world when it comes to its variety of animals and flora. Ecuador is considered one of the safest and most comfortable countries for travelers. Ecuador‘s tropical climate allows for tourism any time of the year, and the fact that it lies on the equator keeps the weather stable all year long. The weather in Ecuador is fickle and has a tendency for extremes. The only sure thing that can be said about the weather in Ecuador is that it is totally unexpected, and it‘s not rare to experience all 4 seasons in one day. Never the less, and despite all this, the fact that Ecuador is located on the equator, gives one the opportunity to tour Ecuador on most days of the year, and anywhere in the country: the Andes, the rain forests, the beaches and the Galapagos.
Exotic Peru is rich in some of the most beautiful scenery in all of Latin America. The mountains are home to millions of Indians who still speak the ancient Cachua language and maintain their traditional lifestyle. The green Amazon basin which spreads over half the area of Peru is one of the ten most populated wildlife regions in the world – the rain forests are so full of different types of animals and birds that trying to count them all will make your head spin. During this tour we’ll visit Cusco - capital of the Inca kingdom; Machu Picchu – the mysterious city high above the jungle and the most popular tourist site in Peru; and Lima, the Peruvian capital. These all combine to create a once-in-a-lifetime experience that will excite all your senses.
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