Fascinating Israel

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From the seemingly miraculous waters of the Dead Sea to Cana of Galilee where Jesus is said to have performed his first miracle of turning water into wine—this fascinating tour of Israel is full of incredible sights, scenery, and stories. The historical and biblical tales begin in Tel Aviv, the “Mediterranean Manhattan,” continue to the Mount of Beatitudes wh...
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Overview

Trip type
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

    • Tel aviv: Welcome dinner
    • Latrun area: Visit the site of David’s victory over Goliath in the Valley of Elah, the Monastery of the Trappist Monks in Latrun
    • Jaffa: Walking tour of the ancient port
    • Caesarea: Visit the Roman Amphitheater and the Crusader fortress
    • Acre: Visit the underground Crusader city
    • Haifa : Visit the Baha’i Shrine
    • Nazareth: Visit the Church of the Annunciation
    • Cana: Visit the site of the first miracle
    • Sea of galilee : Panoramic view; see an ancient fisherman’s boat; enjoy a cruise
    • Kibbutz: Lecture on kibbutz life

What's this trip about?

    From the seemingly miraculous waters of the Dead Sea to Cana of Galilee where Jesus is said to have performed his first miracle of turning water into wine—this fascinating tour of Israel is full of incredible sights, scenery, and stories. The historical and biblical tales begin in Tel Aviv, the “Mediterranean Manhattan,” continue to the Mount of Beatitudes where it is believed Jesus delivered his Sermon on the Mount and culminate at the lowest (yet most uplifting) point on the surface of the Earth—the Dead Sea where you’ll effortlessly float at 430 meters below sea level. Discover the fascinating city of Jerusalem and dive into numerous UNESCO World Heritage Sites—including the golden-domed Baha’i Shrine in Haifa and the ancient clifftop fortress of Masada—not to mention some of the most delectable dishes of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine.

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeStandard Group - 25 + people
Age range6 years and up
Flights and transportN/A
Start City TEL AVIV, ISRAEL
End CityJERUSALEM

Travel Themes

  • 50 plus
  • Cultural
  • Holy Land

Destinations

  • Europe
  • Asia
  • Israel

Attractions

  • Acre
  • Bethlehem
  • Caesarea
  • Capernaum
  • Dead Sea
  • Galilee
  • Haifa
  • Jaffa
  • Jerusalem
  • Masada
  • Nazareth
  • Tel Aviv
  • Yad Vashem

Activities

  • Culture

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Itinerary

Travel Map

Day 1: ARRIVE IN TEL AVIV, ISRAEL

Welcome to Tel Aviv! This evening, meet your Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at your hotel. (Dinner)

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Day 2: TEL AVIV. EXCURSION TO VALLEY OF ELAH–LATRUN–JAFFA

Giant Victories LATRUN AREA See the site of David’s victory over Goliath and visit the Monastery of the Trappist Monks. JAFFA Take a walking tour of the ancient port. (Breakfast) 82mi/ 132km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT HISTORY & MYSTERY Explore the ancient port of Jaff...

Day 3: TEL AVIV–CAESAREA–ACRE–HAIFA

Crusaders & Legendary Leaders CAESAREA Visit the Roman Theatre and the Crusader Fortress. ACRE Visit the Underground Crusader City. HAIFA Explore the Baha’i Shrine. (Breakfast,Dinner) 62mi/ 100km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT LEGENDARY LIVES Born Sayyed ʻAlí Muḥammad S...

Day 4: HAIFA. EXCURSION TO THE SEA OF GALILEE, MOUNT OF BEATITUDES, CAPERNAUM & KIBBUTZ

Faithful Sites & Service MOUNT OF BEATITUDES Explore the site where Jesus delivered his iconic Sermon on the Mount. CAPERNAUM Visit the site where Jesus recruited his first followers. JORDAN RIVER Visit a baptismal site. SEA OF GALILEE See Lake Tiberias before a...

Day 5: HAIFA–NAZARETH–CANA–BET SHE’AN–JERUSALEM

Miraculous Sites & Ancient Wonders NAZARETH Visit the Church of the Annunciation. CANA Visit the site of Jesus’ first recorded miracle. BET SHE’AN Explore the ancient city including the Roman and Byzantine relics. Stop for a panoramic view of Jerusalem. (Breakfas...

Day 6: JERUSALEM. EXCURSION TO MASADA & THE DEAD SEA

Uplifting Waters & Wonders JERUSALEM Take a scenic drive through the Judean wilderness en route to the Dead Sea. MASADA Take a cable-car ride to visit the cliff-top fortress. DEAD SEA [LF] Float in the saltwater of the Dead Sea and receive a salt scrub gift. Retu...

Day 7: JERUSALEM. EXCURSION TO YAD VASHEM–THE ISRAEL MUSEUM–BETHLEHEM

Moving History JERUSALEM Visit Yad Vashem and the Israel Museum. BETHLEHEM Take an orientation tour and visit the Church of Nativity. (Breakfast,Dinner) 6 mi / 10 km

TOUR HIGHLIGHT IN MEMORIUM Yad Vashem (the World Holocaust Remembrance Center) takes its name ...

Day 8: JERUSALEM. EXCURSION TO THE OLD CITY

History & Mystery JERUSALEM Take a guided walking tour of the Old City includes the Garden Tomb, Mount of Olives, and the Garden of Gethsemane. Follow the Via Dolorosa and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Stop at the Western Wall. Walk to Mount Zion and vi...

Day 9: JERUSALEM

Safe travels until we meet again! Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning (the nearest airport is Tel Aviv). (Breakfast)

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Herods Hotel Tel AvivContemporary High-rise Hotel situated on the Mediterranean, in hub of fashionable tourist center.Tel AvivIsrael155 Hayarkon StreetDan PanoramaOverlooking the Bay of Haifa and situated on the slopes of Mount Carmel, this landmark hotel offers a choice of spectacular views of the City, Mount Carmel, and endless stretches of Israel¿s stunning Mediterranean coastline. The property is also close to the Panorama Mall, with its many shops and cafes , and the magnificent Bahai Temple. Guest rooms are decorated in a contemporary style and have free Wi-Fi, minibar, and tea / coffee maker. The on-site restaurant serves international and Israeli cuisine. Leisure facilities include a seasonal outdoor pool and a fitness center.HaifaIsrael107 Hanassi AvenueDan BoutiqueDan Boutique is a design hotel with a cozy ambiance. The hotel's contemporary look combines a unique mix of western and eastern elements. The property features a bar, a restaurant, a well-equipped fitness center and a seasonal outdoor sundeck with unforgettable Jerusalem views. Guestrooms come with complimentary toiletries, a private bathroom with a hairdryer, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with cable channels, air conditioning, and a mini-bar. JerusalemIsrael31,Hebron Rd.,
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