Salonika - Jerusalem of the Balkans
Overview:
The story of Salonika covers the period from when Alexander the Great set out from here to conquer the world, up to modern times. It was here in Salonika that Joseph Caro decided to write the Shulchan Aruch and Shabbtai Zvi revealed himself as the Messiah of Israel. At times the majority of Salonika's residents were Jewish and Ladino was an official language.
Join me for a journey which is much more than a visit. The trip includes a full programme designed to introduce you to the inspiring story of this community, Shabbat with the local community, a day trip to the towns of Veria and Vergina at the foot of Mount Olympus, a visit to a Sabbatean Synagogue and more.
Dates:
11 - 15 March, 2015 (Thursday to Sunday)
Cost:
£475 p/p in double/Twin room. Single Supplement: £80.
This does not include flights – which you will need to book separately.
Itinerary:
(subject to change):
Day 1 (Wednesday): Arrival in Thessaloniki
Arrive Thessaloniki in the evening and transfer to hotel.
Day 2 (Thursday): In the Beginning: The Ancient Roots of Jewish Salonika.
Visit the towns of Vergina (The Royal Tomb of Philip, father of Alexander the Great) and
Veria (the Jewish community here dates back to the time of Jesus) at the foot of Mount Olympus.
It is here that the story of Salonika starts.
Day 3 (Friday): A community Takes Root
Visit the campus of the Aristotle University, site of the ancient Jewish cemetery of Salonika. Continue with a visit to the Donmeh Synagogue (known as the Yeni Mosque). Visit the Jewish Museum of Salonika Friday evening Kabbalat Shabbat and Dinner with the local Jewish community.
Day 4 (Saturday): Jewish Salonika Today
Morning Shabbat services with the local Jewish community. Afternoon walking tour of Jewish sites in Salonika, including the old town centre and the port.
Day 5 (Sunday): The Holocaust
Visit the Old Train Station and sites connected with the Holocaust.
The trip ends on Sunday at 12:00 noon at the airport, to fit in with the flights of those who are flying on EasyJet (see below).
Those who are taking the later flight on Sunday night will have a free afternoon in Thessaloniki.
Flight Information:
The trip will start on Thursday morning, but you will need to arrive on Wednesday in order to be there for the beginning of the trip. Both EasyJet and Ryanair fly direct from London to Thessaloniki. It is also possible to fly indirectly by several routes.
Option 1: EasyJet:
Out: Wed 11 March 2015 Flight EZY5091 London Gatwick to Thessaloniki Dep 07:25 - Arr 12:35
Return: Sun 15 March 2015 Flight EZY5092 Thessaloniki to London Gatwick Dep 13:15 - Arr 14:50
Option 2: Ryanair
Out: London (Stansted) → Thessaloniki Flight: FR8582 Wed, 11 Mar 2015 16:25 - 21:40
Return: Thessaloniki → London (Stansted) Flight: FR 8583 Sun, 15 Mar 2015 22:05 - 23:40
Option 3: Ryanair + EasyJet
If you have limited time – the best option is to go out on Ryanair, arriving Wednesday night, and returning on EasyJet to arrive home at a reasonable time on Sunday. This is the option I will be taking.
You may use any flight combination as long as you arrive in time for a 8:00 am start on Thursday 12 March and leave no earlier than 13:30 on 15 March.
Registration:
Registration for these trips has now commenced. To reserve a place you will need to complete the registration form and send a £75 deposit (non-refundable) per person. To book CLICK HERE.
Further options:
You may wish to extend your stay in Thessaloniki either before or after the main trip. I am happy to arrange you extra nights for you or you can do this independently.
Further Information:
If you have any questions, please contact me directly on:
[email protected].
Please forward details of the trip to any of your friends who might be interested.
BOOK NOW
I look forward to welcoming you on my next Jewish Journey to Salonika.
All trips are subject to our Standard Terms and Conditions.
The story of Salonika covers the period from when Alexander the Great set out from here to conquer the world, up to modern times. It was here in Salonika that Joseph Caro decided to write the Shulchan Aruch and Shabbtai Zvi revealed himself as the Messiah of Israel. At times the majority of Salonika's residents were Jewish and Ladino was an official language.
Join me for a journey which is much more than a visit. The trip includes a full programme designed to introduce you to the inspiring story of this community, Shabbat with the local community, a day trip to the towns of Veria and Vergina at the foot of Mount Olympus, a visit to a Sabbatean Synagogue and more.
Dates:
11 - 15 March, 2015 (Thursday to Sunday)
Cost:
£475 p/p in double/Twin room. Single Supplement: £80.
This does not include flights – which you will need to book separately.
Itinerary:
(subject to change):
Day 1 (Wednesday): Arrival in Thessaloniki
Arrive Thessaloniki in the evening and transfer to hotel.
Day 2 (Thursday): In the Beginning: The Ancient Roots of Jewish Salonika.
Visit the towns of Vergina (The Royal Tomb of Philip, father of Alexander the Great) and
Veria (the Jewish community here dates back to the time of Jesus) at the foot of Mount Olympus.
It is here that the story of Salonika starts.
Day 3 (Friday): A community Takes Root
Visit the campus of the Aristotle University, site of the ancient Jewish cemetery of Salonika. Continue with a visit to the Donmeh Synagogue (known as the Yeni Mosque). Visit the Jewish Museum of Salonika Friday evening Kabbalat Shabbat and Dinner with the local Jewish community.
Day 4 (Saturday): Jewish Salonika Today
Morning Shabbat services with the local Jewish community. Afternoon walking tour of Jewish sites in Salonika, including the old town centre and the port.
Day 5 (Sunday): The Holocaust
Visit the Old Train Station and sites connected with the Holocaust.
The trip ends on Sunday at 12:00 noon at the airport, to fit in with the flights of those who are flying on EasyJet (see below).
Those who are taking the later flight on Sunday night will have a free afternoon in Thessaloniki.
Flight Information:
The trip will start on Thursday morning, but you will need to arrive on Wednesday in order to be there for the beginning of the trip. Both EasyJet and Ryanair fly direct from London to Thessaloniki. It is also possible to fly indirectly by several routes.
Option 1: EasyJet:
Out: Wed 11 March 2015 Flight EZY5091 London Gatwick to Thessaloniki Dep 07:25 - Arr 12:35
Return: Sun 15 March 2015 Flight EZY5092 Thessaloniki to London Gatwick Dep 13:15 - Arr 14:50
Option 2: Ryanair
Out: London (Stansted) → Thessaloniki Flight: FR8582 Wed, 11 Mar 2015 16:25 - 21:40
Return: Thessaloniki → London (Stansted) Flight: FR 8583 Sun, 15 Mar 2015 22:05 - 23:40
Option 3: Ryanair + EasyJet
If you have limited time – the best option is to go out on Ryanair, arriving Wednesday night, and returning on EasyJet to arrive home at a reasonable time on Sunday. This is the option I will be taking.
You may use any flight combination as long as you arrive in time for a 8:00 am start on Thursday 12 March and leave no earlier than 13:30 on 15 March.
Registration:
Registration for these trips has now commenced. To reserve a place you will need to complete the registration form and send a £75 deposit (non-refundable) per person. To book CLICK HERE.
Further options:
You may wish to extend your stay in Thessaloniki either before or after the main trip. I am happy to arrange you extra nights for you or you can do this independently.
Further Information:
If you have any questions, please contact me directly on:
[email protected].
Please forward details of the trip to any of your friends who might be interested.
BOOK NOW
I look forward to welcoming you on my next Jewish Journey to Salonika.
All trips are subject to our Standard Terms and Conditions.
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