Greece & Israel
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- thens: Ascend the ‘Sacred Rock', the Acropolis, to admire the Parthenon built in 5th century BC as well as the smaller Temple of Athena Nike and "Porch of the Maidens".
- Mycenae: Walk through the Lion Gate past the royal ‘beehive' tombs where Schliemann uncovered golden treasure, hearing tales of Agamemnon (hacked to death in his bath by his wife Klytemnestra!).
- Epidaurus: Visit the Sanctuary of Asklepios. In the centre of the enclosure stood the temple dedicated to the god of medicine. Visit the museum, as well as the best preserved open-air theatre in the whole of Greece.
- Argolis: View beautiful works of art during your visit to a family-run pottery studio, which embraces traditional methods.
- Olympia: Join a master chef and get to grips with the local flavours in an introduction to Greek cooking!
- Olympia: Olympia was the original location of the Olympic Games, held every four years during a 1000 year period as a celebration of the Hellenic spirit. Here lie the ruins of temples and treasures dedicated to Zeus, King of the Gods.
- Delphi: Ascend the Sacred Way, once lined with offertory temples. See the reconstructed Athenian Treasury and pass the superb Polygonal Wall to reach the Temple of Apollo, where the people would seek divine wisdom from the mysterious Oracle.
- Metéora: Visit one of the remarkable, centuries-old monasteries of Metéora, teetering on towers of rock, and arguably, the most spectacular place to visit in Greece!
- Caesarea: Explore the Roman and Crusader ruins of Caesarea, formerly one of the splendid cities in Palestine.
- Sea of Galilee: Enjoy a morning boat ride at the very place where Jesus is said to have walked on water.
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- An expert Insight Tour Director - at the pinnacles of their careers, will smooth your way throughout your journey. They are your ‘travelling concierges', expert guides, consummate organisers and friends in a foreign land.
- Insight motor coach - Enjoy the unique comfort of Insight's luxury air-conditioned 40 seat coach with extended leg room and on-board restroom. It's business class comfort.
- Personal radio headsets - gives you the freedom to wander during visits to famous highlights without missing any of your local expert's fascinating insights and commentaries.
- Baggage handling everywhere - with seamless and prompt delivery to your door at every hotel.
- Hotel and restaurant tips included - you'll never have to worry about how much to give, nor search for foreign currency. Plus we include all taxes and porterage charges at hotels.
- Complimentary WiFi - the majority of Insight hotels have free WiFi access in lobby or bedroom areas. You will also find that WiFi is generally available on most touring coaches.
- Insight Flourishes - from time to time, your Tour Director will enchant you with local tidbits, each representing authentic food or beverages unique to the destination.
- London Airport transfer service available
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Meals: Dinner
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Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
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Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
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Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
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Accommodation: Leonardo Plaza, Jerusalem
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Accommodation: Leonardo Plaza, Jerusalem
Visit Yad Vashem, the memorial in tribute to those who perished in the Holocaust, and the Shrine of the Book, a wing of the Israel Museum, housing the Dead Sea Scrolls.
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Accommodation: Leonardo Plaza, Jerusalem
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Your journey comes to an end with transfers to Ben Gurion airport.
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Accommodation
- Athens: The Divani Caravel is a luxury hotel situated in the heart of Athens. A member of The Leading Hotels of the World, it epitomizes refinement, elegance and exceptional service. All other hotels on tour are conveniently located close to the archaeological and ancient sites.
- Tel Aviv: Sheraton is one of the most revered hotel brands in the world, known for superior quality and service. The Sheraton Tel Aviv occupies a prime beachfront location, right in the heart of the city's social hotspot.
- Galilee: On the shores of the Sea of Galilee, The Scots Hotel is set in a historic building overlooking the Golan Heights.
- Dead Sea: The magnificent Hod Hamidbar Hotel on the shore of the Dead Sea, offers you serenity, relaxation and the perfect pampering experience in their modern spa.
- Jerusalem: The Leonardo Plaza in Jerusalem is modern, elegant and superbly located within walking distance of Independence Park and the Western Wall - a tranquil island in the heart of an historic city, bustling with life.
12 Breakfasts and 9 Dinners
Optional experiences
Most Insight tours already include a host of bonus highlights and comprehensive sightseeing. There may also be an exciting array of Optional Experiences which will turn an already amazing experience into the trip of a lifetime! These are entirely optional and can be booked through your Tour Director/Local Representative at the commencement of your tour. Please note, many Optional Experiences are operated by independent third party suppliers, not Insight Vacations. The Optionals and pricing listed here are a guideline only and subject to change.
Jerusalem By Night
Drive through the time-worn streets of Jerusalem by night to witness the ancient sites and monuments beautifully illuminated. Enter the walled old city and walk through the twisting maze of alleyways of the Jewish quarter to the flood lit Western Wall. Above it shines the golden orb of the Dome of the Rock.
Adult Price: USD 25
Code: JER0001
Bethlehem Excursion
Meet your local guide at the West Bank border and continue to the city of Bethlehem. Visit the Church of the Nativity, one of the oldest continuously operating churches in the world. The structure is built over the cave that tradition marks as the birthplace of Christ, and it is considered sacred by followers of both Christianity and Islam. Important: Please note from the Check Point this tour will be operated by a local Bethlehem guide and coach.
Adult Price: USD 40
Code: JER0002
Additional Included Highlights
Athens: See Hadrian's Arch and the Temple of Zeus.
Corinth Canal: Cross the amazing rock-cut channel dividing the Peloponnese from mainland Greece.
Acre: See the fortress, the old harbour area and Crusader crypt.
Patras: Cross world's longest multi-span cable-stayed bridge.
Thermopylae: See the memorial to Leonidas and his heroic Spartans.
Tel Aviv: See Habimah National Theatre, Rabin Square and Carmel market.
Jaffa: Visit the ancient port and artists' quarter.
Acre: See the fortress, the old harbour area and Crusader crypt.
Nazareth: Visit the Church of the Annunciation.
Galilee: A brief talk on the history and contemporary life on a Kibbutz. Visit Capernaum and the Mount of the Beatitudes. View the ancient wooden boat, which is said to date back to the times of Jesus.
Qumran: See the caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found.
Jerusalem: Walk the Garden of Gethsemene, Room of the Last Supper, Pool of Bethesda, Ecce Homo Arch. See the Temple Mount. Visit the Jewish sites of King David's Tomb and the Western Wall.
Signature Dining
Kalambaka: Toast the culmination of your tour in true Greek tradition at a lively Celebration Dinner with wine.
Tel Aviv: Partake in a Friday night Shabbat dinner.
Jerusalem: Toast the culmination of your tour with a lively Celebration Dinner.
1 Welcome Dinner (WD), 12 Buffet Breakfasts (BB), 2 Highlight Dinners, 4 three-course table d'hôte Dinners, or Buffets, plus tea or coffee (D) and 2 Celebration Dinners (CD).
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