Date: Friday mornings - 19th & 26th December, 2nd January 2009.
Price: £35

For holiday makers in Eilat who want something different, we offer a fascinating historical and archaeological half day tour around Eilat.

If you are bored with roasting by the pool, shopping, and eating!
If you wish to see the inspiring desert scenery of the Arava and Uvda valleys!
If you seek some brain stimulation!
If you fancy a half day exploration (approx. 5 hours) to remarkable historical/archaeological sites that have remained hidden for thousands of years!

Then The Spiro Ark together with Levy's Historical Tours are delighted to present you with the answer!!

Tour Leader- Lloyd Levy, MA (School of Oriental & African Studies), DipBA, BA.

Collect from your hotel in Eilat approx 8.30 am, and drive North out of town. Stop at Evrona's ancient underground irrigation system (1400 years old), and then visit the ruins of Yotvata Roman Fort and Baths(1700 years old). Short rest at Yotvata kibbutz owned dairy restaurant for refreshments (not included in Tour price). Then head into the mountains and Uvda valley, where we view the fascinating prehistoric Leopard Temple (8000 years old). Return to Eilat passing Uvda airport, and stop at the Mamluk Bridge (500 years old) rediscovered by T.E. Lawrence. Drop back at Hotels approx 1.30 pm.
Children are welcome only over the age of 12 years, as long as they are interested in the subject of history. Not suitable for very young children or babies.

There is some walking over rocky ground, and therefore not suitable for people with walking difficulties.

Tours are in English only. No previous historical knowledge required.

Please wear sensible shoes/sandals. Bring water, a hat, and a jacket (in case it is windy).

Each Tour has a minimum number of 4 persons. The itinerary may change subject to weather and other conditions.

BOOKING- Book in advance on-line at Spiro Ark web site www.spiroark.org Alternatively post a cheque payable to "The Spiro Ark", 25-26 Enford Street, London W1H 1DW. Telephone 020 7723 9991. Fax 020 7723 8191.

Insurance - It is a condition of participating that everyone in your party is covered by current Travel Insurance.

FORM TO HAND IN TO TOUR LEADER. (please fill in a line for each member of your party.)