WORLD HERITAGE TOUR OF ISRAEL

TOUR ITINERARY

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Day 1: Arrival in Israel and transfer to Tel Aviv Hotel
 

​Day 2: Modern Tel Aviv and Old Jaffa - Two World Heritage Sites in one City

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• Enjoy Old Jaffa, built over 3,500 years ago. Visit Jaffa Port – the oldest in Asia, and one of the most interesting art galleries

• Marvel the XIX Century American Colony – the first Modern Settlement in Palestine

• Walk along the Rothschild Boulevard – the Heart of the White City, Tel Aviv, and drive through the beautiful streets of Modern Tel Aviv

• Enjoy the free evening in this fascinating city

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Day 3: Haifa, Akko, and Caesarea along the Coastline - the World Heritage Sites 

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• Visit Roman and Crusades Caesarea to see the Roman Theater and Aqueduct, Hippodrome, and Herod Palace. Enjoy the views of the Citadel and Herod's Port, once the biggest in the World

• Continue to Haifa, the Northern Capital of Israel. Take breathtaking views from the top of Carmel Mount. Walk through the World Famous Baha'i Gardens and visit the Golden Shrine

• Drive to Akko, once the capital of the Crusades Kingdom and the most important city of the Whole Christian World. Visit the underground Knights' Halls- a unique masterpiece of Medieval Architecture. Visit the Arab Market and walk through the secret Templars' Tunnel

• Spend another night in Tel Aviv

 

Day 4: ​Nazareth and Safed - Ancient Christian and Jewish Tradition in Galilee

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• Drive to the North of Israel to the Carmel Mountains and drive up to the top of the Mountain to visit Muchraka

• Muchraka is traditionally associated with the Prophet Elijah and is a holy site for all three World Religions. Enjoy the breathtaking view of the Armageddon Valley from the top of the hill

• Continue to visit Nazareth – Jesus' hometown. Visit the most famous Annunciation Church and walk the city streets and markets

• Continue to Safed – the City of Kabballah. Visit several ancient synagogues dating 16th century and also enjoy the beautiful Artistic Quarter of the city

• Drive to Tiberias and enjoy your free evening at the shores of the Sea of Galilee

• Spend a night at Tiberias

 

Day 5: Jesus Miracles along the Sea of Galilee - Capernaum, Tabgha, Magdala, and Yardenit

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• Start your day with a short walk through the historical Tiberias and enjoy the views of the Sea of Galilee

• Visit Magdala – the home town of Maria Magdalene

• Visit Ginosar to marvel and the Ancient Boat Museum ("Jesus Boat")

• Drive to Tabha and visit the church built at the site of the Miracle of the Multiplication of the fishes and the bread

• Continue to Capernaum, called "Jesus Town" to see St. Peter Home {"Domus Ecclesia" and the Ancient Synagogue

• Take a scenic ride around the Sea of Galilee

• Visit the great Yardenit site at the Jordan River, which is called "Jesus Baptism Site."

• Spend another night at the Tiberias hotel

 

 Day 6: Journey back in Time in Jezreel Valley - Megiddo, Armageddon, and Beit She'an

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• Leave Tiberias and start the day by visiting Megiddo World Heritage city, whose history dates back  4,000 years

• Marvel at the fascinating views of the Jezreel Valley, also known as Armageddon

• Drive along the valley and up the Gilboa Mountains to enjoy the fascinating views

• Visit the great Beit Shean (Skytopolis) Roman City and one of the most interesting and important sites in the whole of the Middle East

• Continue driving along the Jordan Valley to enjoy the Biblical scenery on the way

• Arrive at your Jerusalem hotel

 

Day 7: Jerusalem Highlights - Jerusalem Old City, Sepulchre Church, Western Wall, Temple Mount, and much more

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• Start the day with a walk through the Old City to visit its four neighborhoods

• Visit the Last Supper Room and King David Tomb at Mount Zion

• Visit the Temple Mount to marvel at the views of the Al-Aqsa and Golden Dome Mosques

• Visit the Western Wall and further stroll through the Arab Markets. Walk along the Via Dolorosa – the Way of the Cross.

• Explore the Holy Sepulcher Church. Climb steep steps to Golgotha, walk around the Church to see the Anointment Stone and, finally, Jesus' Tomb

• Drive up the Mount of Olives and marvel at the breathtaking views of the Old City from the top of the Mountain

• Drive through Modern Jerusalem, taking possible short stops to immerse yourself in the bustling life of the Israeli Capital

• Visit the most famous Machane Yehuda Market – the biggest and the most interesting in the whole country

• Spend another night in Jerusalem

 

 Day 8: Judean Desert and the Dead Sea - Along the Judean Desert to Masada and the Dead Sea Resort

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• Start the day with driving across the Judea Desert to the Dead Sea - the lowest place on the Globe

• Continue driving along the Dead Sea shore to Masada, enjoying the breathtaking and unique views

• Visit Masada Fortress – the World Heritage Site and one of the most visited places in Israel. Enjoy here the fascinating views and learn the absolutely astounding history of this fascinating place

• Drive to the Dead Sea Resort to enjoy splashing and swimming in the Dead Sea, which is rightfully considered once in a life experience

• Spend your last time in Jerusalem and enjoy your farewell walk through the city at your own pace

 

Day 9: Check out, transfer to Ben Gurion Airport, Farewell, and Departure

 

Price (guiding, transportation, and airport transfers) for up to 4 people: USD 7,250, for 5 to 7 people – USD 8,100.

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This tour can be fully customized to your needs and also extended to two weeks or more, to also visit other fascinating sites, including, but not limited to, the Far North of Israel, Golan Heights, Negev Desert, Ramon Crater, and some of the great local wineries.