About Shai Bar Ilan Tours
Shai Bar Ilan is the leader in the field of high quality organized tours for the orthodox traveler, including kosher food, a daily minyan and shmirat Shabbat. From 1980, when Shai Bar Ilan began organizing kosher tours, the world has opened up to thousands of travelers from Israel, USA, Canada, Europe and England.
In addition to visiting the most important places and sights in the area, Shai Bar Ilan tours include a visit to the local Jewish community and its institutions.
A professional experienced well-traveled guide leads each tour along with an expert in the field. Religious services and gourmet kosher food are a standard component of each tour.
On Shabbat in cities with a Jewish community, Shai Bar llan travelers are guests of the Jewish community, joining them at the synagogue for the prayer services. Travelers mee with the local Jews and their leaders, so that we can share with them the history of their home together with their connection with Israel.
Kashrut: We believe that a great part of the traveler's experience is enjoying the local cuisine. Shai Bar Ilan tours does its best to enable experiencing the local food within the limitations of Kashrut.
On our tours you will meet with local folklore customs and authentic foods. Gourmet meals include local foods such as fish, vegetables, and fruit. Meat meals are served where kosher meat is available. The food that is served on tour is fresh, varied, and tasty.
We will be happy to see you on our tours throughout the world
BRAZIL, ARGENTINA & PERU
 Variety is the spice of life, and South America travel offers more variety of culture, wildlife, adventure and natural beauty than any other continent. This liveliness and diversity are evident as soon as you arrive. In South America friendly people welcome you into their lives, happily sharing their culture, their food and even their homes. Once you start to explore this part of the world you quickly realize it holds many of the most intriguing and beautiful destinations on earth. On a South America tour one arrives with a sense of wonder, and returns home with a newfound respect for the great diversity of this part of the world
This tour is in Hebrew and English
20 Day Trip: $ 6,250 per person in a double room.
- November 11-29 (sunday – thursday)
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INDIA and NEPAL Land of Mystery and Enchantment.
 David Sondervan and Rabbi Stuart & Susie WeissOur India and Nepal journey will amaze you with its abundance of fascinating, stunning, and exotic sights and sounds. You'll visit many of India's most important and significant cities, including New Delhi, the nation's capital and third-largest city, Jaipur, known as the "Pink City" for its unusual rose-colored sandstone architecture, Agra, site of the Taj Mahal, the world's most famous monument to love, Khajuraho, with its exquisitely carved sculptures, and Varanasi, the holiest site in India, where thousands of Hindu pilgrims tour its temples and bathe in the Ganges River to gain religious merit. You'll continue Nepal, at the foot of Mt. Everest, which few countries on Earth that can match for its combination of spectacular scenery, exotic culture and hospitable people.
Highlights of the tour: Arrive Delhi. Start in Old Delhi: the heart of the quarter - "Chandni Chowk. "Rajghat" the site of Mahatma Gandhi's cremation (in the middle of a beautiful garden). Drive around "Vijay Chowk" or "Victory Square". Stop in front of "India Gate", the great red sandstone memorial Arch in order to remember the British and Indian soldiers who died during the First World War. Jewish cemetery. "Bahai's Temple", "Qutb Minar", pilgrim's town Pushkar in the province of Rajastan. Pass through beautiful villages (natural beauty of the region). Pushkar city - dedicated to the Hindu God "Brahma" the Creator (more then 50 "Ghats", Temples from where the pilgrims go down the steps to the water in order to emerge and purify themselves). Bazaar. Jaipur - the "Pink" city. "Amber Fort". Famous gardens, the "Sheesh Mahal" a chamber, City Palace Museum, Palace of the "Maharaja's" of Jaipur. "Hawa Mahal" (Palace of the Winds), "Jantar Mantar". Government Central Museum. See an Indian film in a local theater. Fatehpur Sikri. A Mughal walled city all built in red sandstone and standing in full glory. Agra Fort (splendid palaces, both in red sandstone and white marble). One of the wonders of the world - the "Taj Mahal" during early sunset. Town of Jhansi. Orchha in the Province of Madhya Pradesh. Khajuraho. Varanasi on the banks of the Holy Ganges River. Boat trip on the River Ganges (watch the local pilgrims coming down from the more than 90 "Ghats" to the River). Mahatma Gandhi Temple, the Durga Temple and the Tulsi Mans Temple. Katmandu, capital of the Kingdom of Nepal. Temple complex of "Swayambhunath" - "Monkey Temple". To foothills of the Himalaya Mountain range to Dhulikhel, a small "Newari" town. Pashupatinath. Old capital of Bhadgaon - also called Baktapur. Night market at Thamel. Historic Durbar Square and its historic palaces, palace of “Kumari Devi” ( home of “The Living Goddess”).
16 Days Trip:
November 13 - 29, 2007
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VIETNAM & CAMBODIA
 This journey has quickly become one of our most popular with travellers and tour leaders alike. It combines some of Vietnam’s major highlights with an in-depth exploration of her more remote areas in the north and the Mekong Delta in the south. We end with Asia’s most memorable sight – the temples of Angkor. This is a journey for those seeking a deeper understanding of rural Vietnam, seeing both the highlights and experiencing the country off the beaten path, with a look into the enchanting country of Cambodia’s history, both past and present
This tour is in Hebrew and English
16 Day Trip: $ 3,190 per person in a double room.
- December 3-19 (monday – wednesday)
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THAILAND & CAMBODIA
 This tour combines the best of Thailand and Cambodia to create an unbelievable travel experience. This is a trip full of many adventures! Call today to reserve your spot on this group tour
This tour is in English & Hebrew.
Thailand is nestled between the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, bordering Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia. It is exotic yet accessible, with something for every visitor. Relax on white sand beaches, hike through vast areas of tropical forest, or live it up in the humming capital of Bangkok.
15 Day Trip:
December 4 - 19, 2007
January 29 - Feb 13, 2008
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AUSTRALIA & NEW ZELAND
 Perhaps one of the most desired dream vacation destinations in the world, our fantastic Down Under adventure is filled with excitement, natural beauty, and friendly, hospitable people, at extraordinary prices that reflect exceptional value. Our Australia tours include the major Australia travel destinations, exciting New Zealand travel hot spots
A side trip to Cairns (Great Barrier Reef) is available at the beginning of the tour
This tour is in both English & Hebrew.
19 Day Trip: $ 6,950 per person in a double room.
- January 20- Feb 7 (sunday – thursday)
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SOUTH AFRICA
Fly into Johanesburg, and from there to Pretoria. Visit Kruger Parkand then on to Capetown. More details to follow.
10 Day Trip: $3,950 per person double occupancy
December 2 - 12, 2007
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QUITO & GALAPAGOS ISLANDS
 A trip to the Galapagos Island will be the journey of your lifetime. Located 1,000 km from the Ecuadorian mainland, the archipelago consist of 13 major islands, of which 5 are inhabited. Find out more about the famous Islands by taking virtual trip with us!
The Island‘s interesting volcanic geology, as well as its rich flora and fauna have been admired and studied by numerous travelers, scientist, and nature-lovers. Scientist are still faced with a mystery how such a large diversity of species could develop in a remote location like the Galapagos Islands. On the Islands, a multitude of animals, by most people only known from the Discovery Channel, are romping about: the main reason for tourists and nature lovers to pay the Galapagos Islands a visit.
11 Day Trip: $3650
January 17 - 27, 2008
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CHINA - Capital Cities and Gardens
 This is a tour of capital cities and Chinese gardens. You will travel from Beijing, China’s capital in the past and present, to Xian the seat of government in the Tang Dynasty . Before the tour ends in Shanghai, known as China’s financial capital, you will have enjoyed the picturesque classical Chinese gardens in Suzhou. Experience the old and well- preserved imperial buildings which are part of todays Chinese and world cultural heritage.
Highlights of the tour: Depart from Tel Aviv and fly to Beijing. Visit the following sights: Tian’an Men Square, the "Forbidden City", Imperial Gardens, learn about Chinese herbal medicine and enjoy a reflexology treatment by experts, The Great Wall of China, Temple of Heaven, Xian, The "Terracotta Army", Kunming, the Capital of the Yunnan province, the "Stone Forest", Lijiang: a UNESCO World Heritage Site, "The Tiger Leaping Gorge" of the Yangzi River, Guilin in the autonomous region of Guangxi, a boat ride on the Li River and visit the small villages where time has stopped, Hangzhou the capital of China in the 12th and 13th cent., folklore performances, Suzhou where we will learn about the production of the silk. Shanghai and the "Ohel Moshe" Synagogue.
17 Day Trip: Price starts from $3,460 per person
- july 2 - 18 (monday - wednesday)
- october 15 - 31st (monday - wednesday)
12 Day Trip: Price starts from
$3,790 per person
- July 12, 2007
- October 15 - November 1, 2007
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THAILAND
Thailand is nestled between the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand, bordering Myanmar, Laos and Cambodia. It is exotic yet accessible, with something for every visitor. Relax on white sand beaches, hike through vast areas of tropical forest, or live it up in the humming capital of Bangkok.
Highlights of the tour: Explore Bangkok by coach. Visit Wat Traimit in the Chinese quarter (Golden Buddha), Wat Pho - one of Bangkok’s oldest temples, Grand Palace and the Wat Phea Kaeo temple complex (with Emerald Buddha Statue), Royal Pantheon, the Phra Mondop library and the gilded Chedi. Floating market in Thailand at Damnoen Saduak (arriving at the market by the so-called long tail boats). Kanchanaburi, on the banks of the Khwae Yai river. JEATH memorial museum. Flower market. Bangkok’s famous night market at Pat-Pong.Chong Kai military cemetery, with a number of Jewish soldiers who are buried there. Erawan Shrine.
North/West: Bang Pa-In palace complex. A boat ride on Thailand’s main river, the Chao Phraya to Ayutthaya (Thailand’s ancient capital.)
Boat trip on the Chao Phraya river, entering the cities canals - Klongs. Domestic flight to Chiang Rai. Small villages of the Akha and Yao, Golden Triangle. Kok river, a tributary to the Mekhong, a village of the Karen minorities. An elephant ride into the jungle. Gardens of the Doi Tung Royal villa.Chiang Mai the national park of Tha Ton (local mountain tribes). Local hot springs situated along the road, tropical forest. Chiang Mai, the capital of the north. Doi Suthep Mountain with a temple complex at more then one thousand meter above see level. Doi Inthanon National park (around the highest mountain in Thailand.) Beautiful beaches of Phuket along the Andaman’s coast. The most spectacular shows in the east: FantaSea - twenty elephants enter the stage from different directions, amazing Thailand.
16 Day Trip: Price starts from: $ 2,540 per person double occupancy
august 1 - august 15, 2007
december 3 - 17, 2007
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JAPAN
 Japan is a country of glorious contrasts, leading the world in the rush towards the future while maintaining a wealth of historical traditions from its long and glorious past. This itinerary explores the older side of Japan, emphasising the distinctive culture and scenery of this amazing country.
Highlights of the tour: Depart Tel Aviv for Tokyo. Edo Tokyo Museum, Asakusa Kannon Temple. Metropolitan building & Kabuki-cho area . Tokyo’s famous fish market at Tsukiji. Tokyo Tower, Harajuku, the Diet, the home of the Japanese legislature, the Ginza district, visiting the Meiji Shrine, the most important Shinto Shrine in Tokyo (remains kept of Emperor Meiji and his wife the Empress Shoken). Omotesando, Akihabara Electric Town & Shibuya. A performance of Japan’s famous Kabuki theatre. (extra payment) . Touring to Nikko and Nikko National Park - center of Shinto and Buddhist mountain worship for centuries (mountainous landscapes, lakes, waterfalls, hot springs, wild monkeys & hiking trails). The world famous Toshogu Shrine, the mausoleum of the first Tokugawa Shogun. Toshogu Shrine • Five-Story Pagoda • Niomon Gate • Three Monkeys • Yomeimon Gate • Main Sacred Hall Irohazaka zigzag driveway up the mountains. Travel to Hakone - sits on the site of a collapsed volcano (hot springs: “Onsen”, all over). Mt. Komagatake Ropeway, Owakudani Valley and Chokokunomori Hakone’s open air museum of modern art. Kobe: Earthquake Memorial Park, Kobe’s Jewish community center. Nara once the capital of Japan: Todai-ji Buddhist Temple. Kyoto: meeting at “Beth Shalom” with local Japanese (non Jews) whom believe in Judaism and Israel, Nijo Castle, Kinkaku-ji “Golden Pavilion”. Sanjusangen-do Temple. Temple complex Kiyomizu-dera situated above the city on one of the hills. Gion District (area were the Japanese Geisha’s can be found). Hiroshima. Peace Memorial Monument and Museum. Miyajima Island - one of the three most celebrated scenic spots of Japan. Itsukushima Shrine. Miyajima Ropeway & Daishon. Osaka. Arrival at Ben Gurion airport will be very early on Friday morning (day 13 - 10/19/07).
13 Days Trip:
october 7- october 19 (sunday - friday)
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Shai Bar Ilan Tours Include:
- accommodation in comfortable hotels
- full board
- tours and admissions
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