JERUSALEM TOUR
Western Wall, Church of Holy Sepulchre, Yad Vashem
Drive to Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city. Stop at mount Zion to visit king David's tomb, the room of last supper and the Dormition Abbey. Enter the old city and walk through the Armenian and Jewish quarters to the recently excavated and restored Cardo, the Roman road. See the Jewish Wailing Wall, the Kotel, and continue to the Christian quarter. Walk along the Via Dolorosa and visit the church of holy Sepulchre. Proceed to the new city and visit Yad Vashem, the memorial to the holocaust.
On Saturdays and Jewish holidays, instead of Yad Vashem, visit Yemin Moshe, the first neighborhood built outside the city walls; Stroll through Mishkenot Sha'ananim and view the Montifiore windmill.
Return to point of departure.
NOTE: Modest clothing (no shorts or sleeveless shirts) and head covering are required for visiting holy sites.
- Departure: Daily
- Pick-up: Jerusalem hotels - from 09:00 to 09.30; Friday & Saturday from 08:45 to 09:15
- Rate per person: $87
- Business class: up to 19 passengers in a group
MASSADA AND DEAD SEA
Herod's fortress and palaces; Swim in the Dead Sea
Depart Jerusalem via the judean hills to the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth. Visit a Dead Sea products shop. Drive along the shores of the Dead Sea to Massada where you will 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, palaces, synagogue, water cisterns, mosaic floors, roman baths and other findings. Descend by cable car. Continue to the Dead Sea. Enjoy the unique opportunity to swim and float in the Dead Sea that many believe has its therapeutic effects. On the way back, view Qumeran caves, where the Dead Sea scrolls were found.
NOTE: Comfortable walking shoes, hat, sun screen, bathing suit and towel are recommended.
- Departure: Daily
- Pick-up: Jerusalem hotels - from 09:00 to 09.30; Friday & Saturday from 08:45 to 09:15
- Rate per person: $121
- Business class: up to 19 passengers in a group
BIBLICAL HIGHLIGHTS OF THE GALILEE
Nazareth, Sea of Galilee, Capernaum, Jordan River
Depart Tel Aviv via the coastal road and the landscape of the lower Galilee to Nazareth, the town where Jesus spent his childhood. Visit the Basilica of Annunciation and the Church of St. Joseph. Continue, via Kana, to Tiberias, the lively resort town on the Sea of Galilee. Drive along the Kineret Lake to Capernaum and view the ruins of the ancient synagogue where Jesus taught; Continue to Tabgha and visit the Church of Multiplication of Loaves and Fishes with the beautiful mosaic floor. Proceed to Yardenit, the famous baptismal site located where the Jordan River flows out from the Sea of Galilee to the Dead Sea; enjoy the peaceful and natural surrounding on site.
Return to point of departure.
NOTE: Modest dress (no shorts or sleeveless shirts) and head covering are required for visiting holy sites.
- Departure: Daily (except Sunday)
- Pick-up: Jerusalem hotels - from 06:00
- Rate per person: $110
- Business class: up to 19 passengers in a group
PEARLS OF THE WESTERN GALILEE
Caesarea, Haifa, Acre & Rosh Hanikra grottos
Drive along the coastal road to Caesarea, the ancient Roman capital and port; Enjoy a walking tour of the theatre and the archaeological ruins and excavations. Continue to Megiddo national park, also known as Armageddon; Learn the impressive history of the site that served as a battle field from Egyptian through Assyrian and Israeli times; Admire the fascinating view of Jezreel Valley. Onto Haifa for a scenic view of the City, the Port and the magnificent Bahai Gardens and Shrine. Drive to Acre, the Old City recognized by UNESCO as world heritage site; Walk through the market, the mosque and the old port; Visit the remarkable underground Crusader City and crypt and learn about their fascinating history and culture.
Return to point of departure.
JERUSALEM & DEAD SEA
Western Wall, Church of holy Sepulchre, swim in the Dead Sea
Drive to mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city. Stop at mount Zion to visit king David's tomb, the room of last supper and the dormition abbey; Enter the old city and walk through the Armenian and Jewish quarters to the recently excavated and restored Cardo, the Roman road. See the Jewish wailing wall, the Kotel, and continue to the Christian quarter. Walk along the Via Dolorosa and visit the church of holy Sepulchre.
Drive through the Judean desert to the Dead Sea. Stop for relaxation at one of the resorts on the shores of the Dead Sea. Enjoy the opportunity to float in the Dead Sea and cover yourself with the mineral rich, therapeutic Dead Sea mud.
NOTE: Modest clothing (no shorts or sleeveless shirts) and head covering are required for visiting holy places.
- Departure: Daily
- Pick-up: Jerusalem hotels - from 09:00 to 09.30; Friday & Saturday from 08:45 to 09:15
- Rate per person: $104
DEAD SEA RELAXATION
Swim and float in the Dead Sea; mineral spa and mud bath
Drive through the Judean desert to the Dead Sea. Roadside view of Qumeran caves (visit not included) where the Dead Sea scrolls were found; Visit a Dead Sea cosmetic products shop.
Stop for relaxation at one of the resorts on the shores of the Dead Sea; Enjoy the opportunity to float in the unsinkable Dead Sea and cover yourself with the mineral rich, therapeutic mud.
Return to point of departure.
* Spa treatments and personal expenses are not included.
* Change of vehicle may be required on return.
- Departure: Daily
- Pick-up: Jerusalem hotels - from 09:00 to 09:30; Friday & Saturday from 08:45 to 09:15
- Rate per person : $99
- Business class: up to 19 passengers in a group
PRIVATE TOURS
All tours below can be done as private tours instead of group tours.
Please contact us for any request for private tour, we will be happy to customize and arrange a tour fitting all you needs and dreams.
* All pictures are taken from http://www.tourism.gov.il/