Israel Jewish Heritage Tour

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This 9-night escorted tour will bring you through many of Israel's holy cities, sites, and regions of significance. You will begin in Tel Aviv and tour your way through ancient Roman capitals, Caro and Ari synagogues, excavated remains from the Roman and Byzantine periods, and more. You'll visit the Tomb of King David on Mt. Zion, drive through the Judean des...

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Trip type
Self-Guided / Independent Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

    • Guided visits of Caesarea, Haifa, Acre & Rosh Hanikra
    • Guided visits of Tiberias, Beit Shean, Beit Alpha, Gan Hashlosha & Mount Scopus
    • Guided visits of the Tomb of King David on Mt. Zion, Sephardic Synagogues, Western Wall Tunnels, Davidson Center & Tower of David Museum
    • Guided visits of the Dead Sea, Qumran & Masada

What's this trip about?

    This 9-night escorted tour will bring you through many of Israel's holy cities, sites, and regions of significance. You will begin in Tel Aviv and tour your way through ancient Roman capitals, Caro and Ari synagogues, excavated remains from the Roman and Byzantine periods, and more. You'll visit the Tomb of King David on Mt. Zion, drive through the Judean desert to the Dead Sea, and have a day of leisure in Jerusalem. Helpful links for travel to Israel: Visa & Passport Info Vaccines & Medications Info

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Details

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIndependent
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityTel Aviv
End CityIsrael

Travel Themes

  • Cultural
  • Hiking & Walking

Destinations

  • Israel

Attractions

  • Dead Sea
  • Haifa
  • Jerusalem
  • Jordan Valley
  • Tel Aviv

Activities

  • Culture
  • Historic sightseeing
  • History
  • Ruins & Archaeology
  • Swimming

Trip includes

    • Round-trip economy class airfare to Tel Aviv (TLV)
    • Round-trip airport transfers
    • 2 nights in Tel Aviv at the Prima City Hotel, or similar
    • 2 nights in Lavi at the Kibbutz Lavi Hotel, or similar (with dinner daily)
    • Guided visits of Caesarea, Haifa, Acre & Rosh Hanikra
    • Guided visits of Safed, Golan Heights, & Tel-Hai
    • Jeep tour at the foot of the Golan
    • 5 nights in Jerusalem at the Prima Royale Hotel, or similar
    • Guided visits of Tiberias, Beit Shean, Beit Alpha, Gan Hashlosha, & Mount Scopus
    • Guided visits of the Tomb of King David on Mt. Zion, Sephardic Synagogues, Western Wall Tunnels, Davidson Center & Tower of David Museum
    • Bar Mitzvah ceremonies at the Kotel
    • Guided visits of Mea Shearim, Mount Herzl, Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial, Ammunition Hill & the Israel Museum
    • Guidedvisits of the Dead Sea, Qumran & Massada
    • Entrance fees to the sites described in program
    • Coach services as mentioned in itinerary, in air-conditioned luxury vehicles
    • English-speaking tour guide on the specified touring days
    • Breakfast daily Please note: passengers are asked to limit their luggage to one medium suitcase and one carry-on in order to be accommodated on the coach. Modest dress is required for visiting holy sites (no shorts or sleeveless shirts). Comfortable walking shoes are recommended. *Tour dates are subject to change based on availability and will be confirmed 30 days prior to travel.

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Itinerary

Day 1 Welcome to Tel Aviv!

Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel and settle into your accommodations. The rest of the evening will be spent at your leisure.

Day 2 Tel Aviv

Today is yours to spend however you'd like. This is a great opportunity to hit the beach or take in a museum or two in the city before your tours begin! 

Day 3 Tel Aviv - Lavi

After breakfast, you'll head north to Caesarea to begin your tour for the day. You'll proceed through Haifa, Acre, and Rosh Hanikra, then check into your hotel in Lavi at the end of the day.

Day 4 Lavi

Today, you'll take a Jeep tour through Safed, Golan Heights, and Tel-hai, with an overnight at a Kibbutz guesthouse. During the day, you'll get to meet with a Kibbutz member and learn about their unique lifestyle. 

Day 5 Lavi - Jerusalem

Today will be spent exploring Tiberias, Beit Shean, Beit Alpha, Gan Hashlosha, and Jerusalem. As you make your way across the Jordan Valley to Jerusalem, you'll stop at Mount Scopus for a blessing as you enter the city.

Day 6 Jerusalem

Today, you'll get to see the Kotel tunnels, the Sepharadi synagogues, the archeological park at the Davidson Center, and the Tower of David. Be sure to wear comfortable walking shoes!

Day 7 Jerusalem

After breakfast, you'll head out to Yad Vashem and make your way through Mt. Herzl, Ammunition Hill, and the Israel Museum. Today, you'll get to see the Bar Mitzvah ceremonies at the Kotel, too! 

Day 8 Jerusalem

The schedule for this day includes a drive out to the Dead Sea, and a visit to Qumran, where the Dead Sea scrolls were found. Then you'll continue on to Masada before you stop for lunch then go for a swim!

Day 9 Jerusalem

You'll have this day to spend however you'd like in Jerusalem. You can kick back at Teddy Park and enjoy the fountains, shop around at Mehane Yehuda market, or explore a nearby neighborhood! 

Day 10 Depart Israel

It's time to say goodbye to Israel and head for home!

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Price per day$333
Last Updated: 8/9/2023

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