ARISE INNOVATION TOUR

ARISE INNOVATION TOUR

Tour Details

Travel Date

Tour I: November 15 to 21, 2022
Tour II: December 6 to 12, 2022

Departure & Return Location

Tel Aviv, Ben Gurion Airport (TLV)

Itinerary
(Subject to change)

Day 1:

  • Arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, Tel Aviv
  • Check-in in the hotel
  • Visit the Peres Center for Peace and Innovation that has been recently renovated. The Center serves as a physical manifestation of the vision and legacy of the late President of Israel and Nobel Prize laureate Shimon Peres. The Center offers a window into the early days of the State, to the Startup Nation of today, and beyond – learning how Israel is, in itself, the very first Israeli startup.
  • Free time in Jaffa – ancient Biblical port city
  • Dinner in Jaffa 
  • Overnight in Tel Aviv

Day 2:

  • Visit Ubimo – Location Intelligence Platform (http://www.ubimo.com/)
  • Visit Start-up Nation Central – the largest discovery platform of Israeli innovators that connects businesses, governments and institutions to Israeli startups.
  • In 1871, on the western banks of the Ayalon River the Templars established the colony of Sarona. In 2006 a plan to preserve 36 historical Templer buildings was approved, changing the site to a center for culture, leisure and shopping.
  • Free time and lunch in Sarona.
  • Visit the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange
  • Free time the Neve Zedek neighborhood and Carmel Market area
  • Dinner in a local restaurant
  • Overnight in Tel Aviv

Day 3:

  • Visit Airobotics – Automated Industrial Drones (http://www.airobotics.co.il/)
  • Visit the Robotics Laboratory of the Ben Gurion University of the Negev. The Laboratory is a center for research and development of robotics technologies for various applications.
  • Free time in the Old City of Beer Sheva | Negev Mall
  • Visit Tech7 – the ecosystem catalyst of Be’er Sheva and the Negev.
  • Drive through the Valley of Elah Dinner and wine tasting in the Mettler Winery
  • Overnight in Tel Aviv

Day 4:

  • Drive to Jerusalem
  • Meet with Rachel Wagner Rosenzweig Director of Business Development at Made in JLM, a nonprofit organization with the goal of transforming and positioning Jerusalem, the capital of the Startup Nation, as one of the top 20 innovative cities in the world. By developing Jerusalem’s creative economy, they change perceptions about the city and create opportunities for entrepreneurs across the socioeconomic spectrum. Made in JLM’s ultimate vision is to establish the city as one of the world’s best places to live, work, and innovate.(madeinjlm.org)
  • Panel discussion with different Jerusalem startup’s in a local co-working space
  • OurCrowd – OurCrowd is the leading global equity crowdfunding platform for accredited investors.
  • Free time in the Machane Yehuda Shuk area, Israel’s biggest open air market
  • Tour the Friends of Zion Museum, an interactive museum celebrating Christian Zionists and their contribution to Israel
  • Enjoy a presentation about ARISE in the facilities of the FOZ-museum
  • Shabbat Dinner at local families
  • Overnight in Tel Aviv

Day 5

  • 4×4 Desert tour to the Mount of Scapegoat with outdoor lunch
  • Excursion to the Dead Sea: visit the AHAVA factories and free time for bathing
  • Visit Magdala, a unique site on the shores of the Sea of Galilee, where a first-century synagogue and a complete first-century fisherman city have been found.
  • Sunset boat ride on the Sea of Galilee
  • Overnight in the Galilee

Day 6

  • Visit the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, Israel’s biggest scientific-technological university and one of the largest centers of applied research in the world
  • Visit Yokneam, a bustling center for high-tech, communications and biotechnology located on the outskirts of breathtaking Jezreel Valley.
  • Datumate – Automated Tools for Surveying, Construction, and Infrastructure Mapping (https://www.datumate.com/)
  • Free time in historic and idyllic Zichron Yaakov, one of the gems of the land of Israel
    OR
    Visit Caesarea, a magnificent site where amazing ancient harbor ruins, beautiful beaches, and impressive modern residences sit side by side.
  • Dinner in the Tel Aviv Harbor, “Ha Namal”
  • Overnight in Tel Aviv

Day 7

  • Reenact the dramatic moment when David Ben Gurion declared the establishment of the State of Israel at Independence Hall on May 14, 1948. Discuss the challenges of creating a Jewish and democratic state.
  • A walking tour along the Rothschild Boulevard – famous for its Bauhaus style buildings – and the Yitzhak Rabin Square. Free time at Rotschild Boulevard.
  • Transfer to the airport
  • Departure
Prices & Registration
all prices in USD
November 2022 Tour
November 15 - 21, 2022

Land Package November

Double occupancy
US$4500/person

Land Package November

Single occupancy
US$5990/person
December 2022 Tour
December 6 to 12, 2022

Land Package December

Double occupancy
US$4500/person

Land Package December

Single occupancy
US$5990/person
Services

Price Includes

  • 6 overnights according to the itinerary
  • Air conditioned transportation by deluxe coach
  • Licensed, English speaking local tour guide
  • Daily breakfast and dinner in the hotel
  • Shabbat of a Lifetime Dinner
  • All entrance fees, gratuities and taxes according to the itinerary
  • Tips for driver, guide and local hotel staff
  • Access to all relevant tour information on custom-made travel app

Price Excludes

FAQ
Tour Operation
Registration
Price and Payment
General Israel

WHO IS KESHET JOURNEYS?

Keshet Journeys LTD. is the travel agency  and local tour operator in Israel coordinating the booking process and the land operation for the ARISE Israel Innovation Tour.

WHO IS WORLDWIDE VILLAGE LTD?

Worldwide Village LTD (WWV) is the travel agency, based in Switzerland, coordinating the booking process and collecting the payments for the Tour with ARISE on behalf of Keshet Journeys.

WWV can provide assistance for all questions regarding registration, payments, lodging, and flights. You can contact WWV representative by sending an email to customerservice@wwv.travel.

HOW DO I JOIN THE TOUR?

You can reserve your place on the Tour by registering on the website.

WHAT IS THE MINIMUM NUMBER OF PARTICIPANTS?

The minimum number of participants for this tour is 20 people.

WHEN IS THE REGISTRATION DEADLINE?

All registrations must be made by October 15, 2022. Registrations beyond this date will only be accommodated based on availability.

WHAT DOCUMENTATION IS NECESSARY FOR TOUR REGISTRATION AND TRAVEL TO ISRAEL?

A current passport, valid for at least six months beyond the tour, is required. There are no exceptions to this policy. A travel visa is required for some countries. Please find out more about Israel’s visa policies regarding your country here: Israel’s Visa Policy.

HOW IS THE LODGING DETERMINED?

The registration pricing per tour participant is equal for double occupancy (two people sharing a room), or single occupancy.  If you want to share a room with a specific roommate, you must register together as a two guest registration. Different bedding arrangements can be requested. If you wish to add a roommate to your registration later on, please contact WWV directly to do so.

WHAT IS THE PAYMENT SCHEDULE?

The full price of the land package is: based on double occupancy USD 4500.  A deposit of USD 500 per person is due at the time of registration.  Full payment is due 45 days before the start of the tour.

AM I REQUIRED TO PURCHASE TRAVEL INSURANCE?

We urge you to purchase cancellation insurance and supplemental medical coverage (which covers pre-existing conditions as well as all Covid related issues).

WHAT HAPPENS IF I HAVE TO CANCEL MY PARTICIPATION?

In addition to the Contractual Conditions of WorldWide Village Travel Ltd. the following cancellation policy is valid for your trip:

Cancellation charges:

In case of cancellations by client, the following percentage of the total price will be charged:
Until 61 days prior the scheduled departure date: free of charge
Until 60 – 31 days prior the scheduled departure date: non-refundable down payment
30 – 0 days prior the scheduled departure date: 100% of total amount

Cancellation of additional services:

Unless otherwise stated, all by the client pre-booked additional services related are non-refundable after booking. In case of full cancellation of the tour by Keshet Journeys / WorldWide Village the down payment as well as pre-booked pre-/ and post-nights will be refunded.

WHAT MEDICAL PRECAUTIONS SHOULD BE CONSIDERED BEFORE TRAVELLING TO ISRAEL?

There are no specific immunizations or medications that are recommended or required for travel to Israel, but we advise you to connect with your primary care physician regarding his/her recommendations for you specifically. Please keep in mind that you can purchase the equivalent of most standard over-the-counter medicines in Israel. We would also encourage you to inform your health insurance provider that you will be traveling out of the country to determine your coverage and medical care options while in Israel.

HOW SAFE IS TRAVELING TO ISRAEL?

Your safety is our top priority. Israel is a very safe country to visit and tour, and we use a variety of measures to ensure the safety of all the participants on the Tour. We also encourage you to take all the normal precautions as you would when traveling to any other city or country.

WHAT IS THE TIMEZONE IN ISRAEL?

Israel Standard Time (IST), is the standard time zone in Israel. It is two hours ahead of UTC and seven hours ahead of EST.

CAN I DRINK TAP WATER IN ISRAEL?

Tap water is safe to drink in Israel, but bottled water will also be available.

WILL I HAVE ACCESS TO WIFI?

Most hotels in Israel have WiFi available for hotel guests at standard rates. Many cafes and restaurants also offer complimentary WiFi services. Since September 2013, Tel Aviv offers a citywide free WiFi network which provides 80 free internet “hot spots”across the city. Most of the touring buses also have complimentary WIFI available.

WILL I BE ABLE TO USE MY CELL PHONE WHILE IN ISRAEL?

Please check with your mobile phone service provider to determine if you will need to purchase an International plan to use your phone in Israel. Local Israeli SIM cards with phone/data plans can be purchased during the registration process and will be delivered upon arrival in Israel. To make use of this service, your phone has to be “unlocked”.

ARE CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED IN ISRAEL?

You can use your credit/debit card to obtain NIS (New Israeli Shekels) at ATMs throughout Israel. Most Israeli hotels, restaurants and stores accept American Express, MasterCard and Visa cards as well. American dollars are accepted in many places in Israel; however, in most cases, change will be given in NIS.

WILL I NEED TO BRING A POWER ADAPTER?

Almost all hotel rooms are equipped with hairdryers, and all have shaver sockets. For other appliances, Israel’s electricity is 220V A/C, single phase 50-cycles; 110V-220V transformers can be used. Israeli outlets have three prongs, but European two-prong adapters usually work.