Wednesday, April 30

The UH Israel Tour had an amazing day.   About half of us left the hotel very early to hike the Snake path at Masada.  For many the long, trail up to Masada was a bucket list item.  There was a wonderful camaraderie along the way.  At the top we were joined by the others.  We toured Masada with our guide who showed us all the splendors of King Herod.  After a quick lunch we headed to a spa along the Dead Sea.  What a relaxing afternoon.  We experienced the total spa treatment complete with a sulphur spa dip, mud bath and float in the Dead Sea.  On the way home to the hotel our day was topped off by seeing where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found.  Such an incredible experience.   More to come from others on the tour.  Ron Gieseke