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Israel Explorer

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In-depth Cultural
Immerse yourself in rich history and local traditions
Partially Guided
Independent travel, featuring selected guided excursions
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in German
Group Size 2 - 50
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Tel Aviv to Jerusalem

    After landing at Tel Aviv airport, you'll transfer to your hotel in Jerusalem for a 3-night stay. Dinner's included tonight to welcome you to the tour.

    Meals
    Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel, Hotel
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  2. Day 2

    Jerusalem Old City and Bethlehem

    This morning you'll walk through Jerusalem's Old City, visiting the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Via Dolorosa. From there, you'll see the Wailing Wall and Temple Mount before checking out the Jewish Quarter. After that, head to the Garden of Gethsemane. In the afternoon, travel to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity and the Grotto of the Nativity before returning to your hotel.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided walking tour of Old City of Jerusalem
    • Visit Church of the Holy Sepulchre
    • Walk the Via Dolorosa (Way of the Cross)
    • Visit the Wailing Wall
    • Visit the Temple Mount
    • Stroll through the Jewish Quarter and Romanesque shopping street
    • Visit the Garden of Gethsemane
    • Visit the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem
    • Visit the Grotto of the Nativity
    Landmarks
    Church of the Holy Sepulchre
    Via Dolorosa
    Western Wall (Wailing Wall)
    Temple Mount
    Jewish Quarter
    Garden of Gethsemane
    Church of the Nativity
    Grotto of the Nativity
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  3. Day 3

    Jerusalem Museums and Memorials

    Start from Mount Scopus for views of the Old City, then visit Mount Zion and the Tomb of David. In the afternoon, spend time at the Israel Museum to see a model of ancient Jerusalem and the Shrine of the Book containing the Dead Sea Scrolls. Later, tour the New City to see the Knesset, Menorah, and President's House. End the day at Yad Vashem Holocaust memorial. If you'd like, explore Mahane Yehuda market on your own.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Drive up Mount Scopus for views of Old City Jerusalem
    • Visit Mount Zion
    • Visit the Tomb of David
    • Visit the Israel Museum with model of ancient Jerusalem
    • Visit the Shrine of the Book (Dead Sea Scrolls)
    • Tour of the New City
    • View the Knesset (Israeli Parliament)
    • View the Menorah
    • View the President's House
    • Visit Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial

    Optional Activities

    • Stroll through Mahane Yehuda market
    Landmarks
    Mount Scopus
    Mount Zion
    Tomb of David
    Israel Museum
    Shrine of the Book
    Knesset
    Menorah
    President's House
    Yad Vashem
    Mahane Yehuda Market
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  4. Day 4

    Jordan Valley and Sea of Galilee

    Travel through the Jordan Valley to Qasr El Yahud, the historic baptism site of Jesus, then continue to the Sea of Galilee. Visit holy sites at Tabgha and Capernaum before taking a boat trip across the lake in a traditional wooden boat. You'll stay 2 nights in the Galilee area.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel

    Included Activities

    • Visit Qasr El Yahud (baptism site of Jesus)
    • Visit Tabgha (place of miraculous multiplication of loaves)
    • Visit Capernaum
    • Boat trip across Sea of Galilee in traditional wooden boat
    Landmarks
    Qasr El Yahud
    Sea of Galilee
    Tabgha
    Capernaum
  5. Day 5

    Golan Heights, Banias Waterfalls, Safed, and Nazareth

    Drive through the Golan Heights and visit Druze villages, then head to Banias Waterfalls for a nature hike to one of Israel's beautiful waterfalls. After that, explore the cobblestone streets of Safed and visit unique stone buildings and synagogues there. Later, continue to Nazareth to visit the Church of the Annunciation and see its famous mosaics.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Drive through Golan Heights
    • Visit Druze villages
    • Nature hike to Banias Waterfalls
    • Explore Safed old town
    • Visit Safed synagogue
    • Visit Church of the Annunciation in Nazareth
    Landmarks
    Golan Heights
    Banias Waterfalls
    Mount Hermon
    Safed
    Church of the Annunciation
    Nazareth
  6. Day 6

    UNESCO World Heritage Sites: Acre, Haifa, Caesarea, and Jaffa

    Visit three UNESCO World Heritage Sites today. Start in Acre to explore the former Crusader port, then head to the Bahai Gardens in Haifa. Next, continue to Caesarea to see the Roman aqueduct and ancient amphitheater. By evening, arrive in Tel Aviv to tour the old town of Jaffa, one of the world's oldest ports. You'll stay 2 nights in Tel Aviv.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner
    Accommodation
    Hotel

    Included Activities

    • Visit Acre (Crusader port)
    • Visit Bahai Gardens in Haifa
    • Visit Caesarea aqueduct
    • Visit Caesarea ancient amphitheater
    • Tour Jaffa old town
    Landmarks
    Acre
    Bahai Gardens
    Caesarea
    Jaffa
  7. Day 7

    Masada and Dead Sea

    Travel to the lowest point on earth at 400 meters below sea level. Take a cable car up to Masada, Herod's Fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site overlooking the Dead Sea with its significant history of Jewish resistance against Roman occupiers. In the afternoon, float in the mineral and salt-rich waters of the Dead Sea. Return to Tel Aviv later to meet a local who can share insights about everyday life in Israel.

    Meals
    Breakfast, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Cable car ride to Masada
    • Visit Masada (Herod's Fortress)
    • Swim in the Dead Sea
    Landmarks
    Masada
    Dead Sea
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  8. Day 8

    Tel Aviv to Airport

    Transfer to Tel Aviv airport for your departure, or arrange an individual transfer if preferred.

    Meals
    Breakfast
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    Superb tour and very good value. Note that there are large distances on many days to cover, but that’s simply geography. An incredible culture, welcoming inhabitants, and a highly professional tour team plus excellent local guides. You won’t regret booking!
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