Jerusalem's Southern Hub to Golan Heights

Ben Gurion Airport, Israel - Ben Gurion Airport, Israel

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8 Days | 7 Nights

Tour Types: Private

Runs: Every day

Accommodation: 4* Hotels

Minimum Age: 18

Tour Description

Embark on an 8-day journey from the White City to the West Bank and all the way to ancient Tiberias, where you'll uncover Israel's rich tapestry of spiritual and cultural landmarks. Travel in style with private transfers as you make your way to the birthplace of John the Baptist and Jesus Christ. Get an up-close look at the renowned Dead Sea Scrolls at the Israel Museum, and delve into the holiest sites of the North, including Capernaum, the Mount of Beatitudes, the Roman city of Caesarea, and many more.

Highlights

Take a boat ride along the Sea of Galilee.
Explore the Golan Heights.
Discover synagogues and ancient tombs in Safed.
Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site, Acre or Akko.
Follow the 14 station of the cross to the Church of Sepulchre.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
Ben Gurion Airport – Tel Aviv
1 Stop

Ben Gurion Airport

Shalom and welcome to Israel! You will be met at Ben Gurion Airport and transferred to your hotel. With no activities planned, you are free to relax or explore your neighbourhood. Overnight Tel Aviv Hotel.

30 mins

Day 2
Tel Aviv – Jerusalem West Bank – Jerusalem
3 Stops

Masada

Your tour begins with pick-up from your Tel Aviv hotel. Proceed to Jerusalem in the West Bank and visit Masada, learn about the heroic story of the Jewish fighters. Ascend by cable car and tour the mountain fortress built by King Herod, where the zealots of the first century made their last stand against the Romans. Visit the remains of the walls, palace, synagogue, water cisterns, mosaic floors, roman baths and other findings. Experience spectacular views and descend by cable car.

2 hours

Dead Sea

Continue to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth. The water of the lake is so salty which allows you to float.

2 hours

Jerusalem

Then transfer to your hotel in Jerusalem, driving along the Judean desert. Overnight in Jerusalem.

1 hour

Day 3
Jerusalem – Bethlehem – Ein Karem – Yad Vashem – Jerusalem
3 Stops

Bethlehem

Short ride to the Palestinian town of Bethlehem, one of the most popular destinations for Christians, especially in the Christmas season. Arriving at Manger Square you visit the Church of Nativity, a 4th century basilica standing over a cave where Jesus was born. At the outskirts of the town you find the "Shepherds Fields" in Beit Sahour and we have a look over the Greek Orthodox Mar Saba Monastery.

2 hours

Ein Karem

From here we continue to the charming village Ein Karem, best known as the birthplace of John the Baptist. Visit the Church of Visitation and the Church of St John the Baptist. If you wish free time to meander through the small streets and enjoy the picturesque scenery.

1 hour

Yad Vashem

Back in Jerusalem visit Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Remembrance Centre. Overnight Jerusalem.

1 hour

Day 4
Jerusalem - City of David – Mt of Olives – Via Dolorosa – Mahane Yehuda Market – Jerusalem
4 Stops

City of David

Start your day at the City of David, believed to be the oldest populated part of Jerusalem and an important archaeological site. You see part of the area above the ground only and also look at the effects of these excavations on the Palestinian village of Silwan.

1 hour

Mt of Olives

Proceed to the Mt. of Olives to start with a panorama view of the old city, divided into the Jewish, the Christian, the Armenian and the Muslim quarter. Walk down to the Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus was arrested.

2 hours

Via Dolorosa

We follow the footsteps of Jesus along the stations of the Via Dolorosa, the Way of Suffering, until the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. The church marks the spot where Jesus was crucified, buried and resurrected.

3 hours

Mahane Yehuda Market

Ending the day at Mahane Yehuda market to watch the locals shop and smell the culinary delights of the little cafés. Overnight Jerusalem hotel.

1 hour

Day 5
Jerusalem – Nazareth – Wine Tasting – Safed – Tiberias
4 Stops

Nazareth

Today we hit the road to Nazareth, the town where Jesus spent his childhood. Along the way, see Jordan valley and Beit Shean. In Nazareth, visit the Basilica of the Annunciation, the Church of St. Joseph and if you wish stroll in the Old City market.

1 hour

Cana

Stop at a local winery to learn about wine production, which has a long history in Israel, and for some tasting.

1 hour

Safed

Travel to Safed (Tzaf), the centre of Kabbalah and Jewish mysticism. Safed is one of the four holy cities in Judaism. We tour the Ashkenazi Ari Synagogue, the Caro Synagogue and see the cemetery where many great scholars and rabbis are buried. Time to explore the alleys and winding stairways of the Artists’ Quarter.

2 hours

Tiberias

40 minutes transfer back to Tiberias.

1 hour

Day 6
Tiberias – Golan Heights – Capernaum – Tabgha – Mt of Beatitudes – Boat Ride on Sea of Galilee – Tiberias
5 Stops

Golan Heights

Today we head to the Golan Heights and proceed to Banias, a national park with lush forests and streams. Here you have time for a walk to a waterfall, with 10 meters the largest in Israel.

2 hours

Capernaum

Continue to Capernaum, once a fishing village, visit the remains of the House of Peter and the 4th century synagogue.

1 hour

Tabgha

Just a short ride brings us to Tabgha, directly at the shores of the lake. See the Church of the Multiplication, the spot where the bread and fish were multiplied. Another attraction is the Primacy Church, where Jesus appeared for the fourth time after his resurrection.

1 hour

Mt of Beatitudes

Then onto the Mount of Beatitudes with an overlooking of the Sea of Galilee. Here Jesus gave his most famous sermon.

1 hour

Sea of Galilee

End the day with a scenic boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. Return to your hotel for overnight.

2 hours

Day 7
Tiberias – Akko – Haifa – Caesarea – Tel Aviv
4 Stops

Akko

Drive to the ancient port city of Akko, listed as one of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, and we start our day exploring it. The Romans, Ottomans, Crusaders, Byzantines and British ruled and shaped the town.

1 hour

Haifa

Continue to Haifa at the Mediterranean cost. The sightseeing tour of Haifa includes the Baha’i Garden with the Shrine of the Bab and Mount Carmel for a panoramic view of the city.

1 hour

Caesarea

In Caesarea was also the headquarter of Pontius Pilate, who ordered in Jerusalem the crucifixion of Jesus. See the ruins of a Roman theater, once used for chariot races and gladiator fights, the remains of Herod's palace and the aqueduct with a beautiful beach in front of it.

1 hour

Tel Aviv

Continue to your hotel in Tel Aviv and overnight.

1 hour

Day 8
Tel Aviv – Ben Gurion Airport
1 Stop

Ben Gurion Airport

After breakfast, check out and proceed to Ben Gurion Airport for departure.

30 mins

Inclusions

Transfers in private, a/c, vehicle.

3x hotel accommodation with breakfast in Jerusalem.

1x hotel accommodation with breakfast in Bethlehem.

1x hotel accommodation with breakfast in Haifa.

1x hotel accommodation with breakfast in Tel Aviv.

6x dinner meal.

Wine tasting on Day 05.

English speaking guide service during tour days.

Entrance fees to the mentioned sites.

Exclusions

Airfare.

Travel Insurance.

Israel entry visa.

Meals and beverage not stated.

Tips, portage and private expenses.

New Year's gala dinner supplement if any.

Eid Holidays Supplement.

Others not mentioned in the inclusions.

Practical Info

• Please note that the tour to Bethlehem can be cancelled without prior notice due to security circumstances.
• Official check in time at hotels 15:00 – check out time at hotels 12:00.
• We do not check the availability of accommodation when planning your trip. Once you booked and any hotel is not available, we search an alternative and inform you.
• Breakfast at hotels is served in the main restaurant.
• The driver/tour guide escorts you according to the booked itinerary, he is not 24/7 at your disposal.
• For the Dead Sea beach don’t forget swimwear, flip flops and water sandals.
• All guides in Israel are licensed by the Ministry of Tourism in Jordan and are not part of our team.
• It is not permitted to bring telescopes or drones without permission to Jordan.
• The old city of Jerusalem is closed to private vehicles.
• The Western Wall area is open every day. However please note that on Friday evenings and Saturdays, tourists are not allowed to take any photos.
• Temple Mount Opening Hours: Mon-Thu, winter time: 07:30-10:30, 12:30-13:30 – Mon-Thu, summer time: 08:30-11:30, 13:30-14:30 - Fri & Sat closed.
• For the visit of religious sites you need to dress modestly and cover shoulders and knees.

How to Book this Tour

- After booking the tour with us online, one of our consultants will get in touch within 24 hours. You need to pay then a 25% deposit by credit card or by bank transfer. The full payment is due latest 14 days before tour start.
- Cancellations or changes need to be sent in written form. Charges are as follows:
• 25 $USD of the total price of the trip for cancellations from the date of booking until 31 days before departure.
• 25% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 30 to 08 days before departure.
• 100% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 07 to 01 days before departure or no show.
- For refunds we do not cover transaction fees charged by credit card companies and banks.

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