| Includes: Transfers l Accommodations I 17 Meals l Expert Guide I Transport and entrance fee to sites shown |
This tour is available also with private guide. For information call us at 1.877.977.4268
DAY 1 Thursday
FLIGHT TO ISRAEL
Overnight flight to Israel
DAY 2 Friday
ARRIVE TO TEL AVIV
Arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, where you will be met by a IBMT Tours representative and transferred to your hotel.
Overnight in Tel Aviv.
DAY 3 Saturday
FREE DAY AT LEISURE IN TEL AVIV
Take advantage of this opportunity to mingle with the locals. Shop at the amazing shopping malls, taste the unique food Tel Aviv has to offer, or just enjoy a relaxing day at one of the beautiful beaches.
Overnight in Tel-Aviv.
DAY 4 Sunday
CAESAREA / MEGIDDO / DRUZE VILLAGE / HAIFA
Drive along the coastal plain to Caesarea, once the Roman capital of the region; See the excavations of the Crusaders' city, the Roman port, aqueduct and the amphitheater that has been restored to its former glory as a concert venue. Proceed to Megiddo, identified as the site of Armageddon; Visit the archaeological excavations including the well-preserved water supply system. Continue to Daliat-el-Carmel, a Druze village and enjoy a late lunch at a local restaurant. Proceed via Mount Carmel to Haifa for a panoramic view of the Haifa bay and the golden domed Bahai shrine and gardens.
Overnight in a Kibbutz guesthouse.
DAY 5 Monday
SAFED / KATZRIN / GOLAN WINERY
Drive to Safed, the center of Jewish mysticism; Visit the ancient synagogues and the artists' colony Continue to the Golan Heights to see the former Syrian bunkers, Quneitra and the new Israeli town of Katzrin. Stop at the Golan Winery for a tour and wine tasting; Proceed to "Golan Magic", for a multimedia presentation of the area and its history.
Overnight in a Kibbutz guesthouse.
DAY 6 Tuesday
SEA OF GALILEE / NAZARETH / BEIT ALPHA
Start the day with a visit to Nazareth; Visit the Church of Annunciation; Continue to Tiberias; Visit Capernaum to see the ruins of the synagogue and octagonal Church of St. Peter; Visit Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus delivered the sermon on the mount. Drive via Beit Shean to Beit Alpha to see the remains of the mosaic floor of an ancient synagogue depicting the zodiac.
Overnight in Jerusalem.
DAY 7 Wednesday
JERUSALEM: MOUNT OF OLIVES / OLD CITY / BETHLEHEM
Start the day with a magnificent panoramic view from Mount of Olives. Drive to the Old City; Visit the Tomb of King David and the Room of Last Supper on Mt. Zion. Enter the walled city and walk through the newly restored Jewish quarter. Visit the Roman Cardo, the Herodian quarter and continue to the Western Wall. Walk along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of Holy Sepulchre. Continue to Bethlehem; View Rachel's Tomb and proceed to visit the Church of Nativity and Manger's Square.
Overnight in Jerusalem.
DAY 8 Thursday
JERUSALEM: ISRAEL MUSEUM / KNESSET / MT. HERZL / YAD VASHEM
Drive to the Israel Museum; Visit the Shrine of the Book, where the Dead Sea scrolls are housed, and the miniature model of Jerusalem as it was during the Second Temple period; Proceed for a tour at the Knesset, Israel's parliament. Continue to visit Mount Herzl cemetery and Yad Vashem, Israel’s official memorial to the Holocaust. Drive through Mea Shearim, the ultra orthodox neighborhood in Jerusalem and learn about their unique lifestyle. In the evening enjoy a middle eastern dinner followed by the spectacular "Sound & Light" show* at the Tower of David Museum.
Overnight in Jerusalem.
DAY 9 Friday
QUMRAN / MASADA / DEAD SEA
Drive through the Judaean Desert to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, almost 1300 feet (400 meters) below sea level. Stop at Qumran to visit the site where the Dead Sea scrolls were found. Drive along the shores of the Dead Sea to Masada. Ascend by cable car and tour the ancient fortress where the Zealots made their last stand against the Romans before committing mass suicide in 73 AD. Descend by cable car. Continue to the Dead Sea; cover yourself with the mineral rich mud and experience a swim in the Dead Sea that many believe offers therapeutic effects.
Overnight in Jerusalem.
DAY 10 Saturday
FREE DAY AT LEISURE IN JERUSALEM
Enjoy a stroll on your own at the Old City of Jerusalem. Visit the local colorful bazaar were you can work on your negotiating skills, or visit the local cafes and amazing restaurants to enjoy the feel of local habits and culture.
Overnight stay in Jerusalem.
DAY 11 Sunday
NEGEV DESERT / TIMNA / EILAT - UNDERWATER OBSERVATORY
Travel south through the Negev desert; stop at Timna, a large geological and archaeological park; marvel at the multi-colored rock formations and copper mines; view the outstanding Solomon's Pillars. Continue to Eilat, the southernmost resort city on the shores of the Red Sea; visit the Underwater Observatory Marine Park, built into a coral reef, and enjoy the opportunity for a close up look at the rich life of the Gulf of Eilat.
Overnight in Eilat.
DAY 12 Monday
FREE DAY IN EILAT OR OPTIONAL DAY TOUR TO PETRA
Enjoy a free day at your leisure in Eilat or take an optional trip to Petra.
After assistance with border formalities, drive straight to Petra, the astonishing rose-red city built by the Nabateans (an early Arab tribe). Petra is renowned for its massive architecture, pools, dams and water channels. The visit begins with the possibility of a short horseback-riding for about 700m, until the entrance of the Siq, which is about 1.2 km long (walking distance). Petra is famous for its huge monuments such as the treasury, royal tombs, the court, Roman theatre, Roman street, Qasr al-Bint (Palace of Pharaoh’s daughter), and many other smaller fascinating monuments. The city itself is almost 45 square km and is considered to be the second wonder of the world.
After the visit, time for lunch in a nearby restaurant. After lunch, drive back to border. On the way, a short visit to Aqaba with the possibility to stop and take a walk around. Transfer to the border at around 18:00 and cross back to Eilat.
Overnight in Eilat.
DAY 13 Tuesday
MITZPE RAMON / SDE BOKER / TEL AVIV
Depart Eilat via Mitzpe Ramon. Stop to gaze into the Ramon crater, a geological wonder. Proceed to Sde Boker and see Ben Gurion’s hut and grave overlooking the magnificent Zin valley. Stop for a camel riding experience and a visit to an authentic Bedouin tent, learn about the Bedouin hospitality and enjoy a light lunch. Continue to Hatzerim and visit Israel’s Air Force museum to view the planes and equipment and to hear the story of this brave fighting force.
Overnight in Tel Aviv.
DAY 14 Wednesday
DEPART TEL AVIV
Aboard the transatlantic flight, with time to think about your exciting visit and vibrant memories, you can start planning your next visit to Israel! Arrive back home the same day.
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For information please contact our office at info@ibmttours.com or call 1-877-977-4268
Included services:
- Welcome to Israel meet & greet upon arrival by an IBMT Tours representative
- Sharing transfer on arrival and departure (from/to Ben Gurion Airport)
- 12 nights accommodation
- Daily Buffet Breakfast
- Lunch at a Druze village on Sunday
- 2 Dinners in Kibbutz Lavi
- Dinner in Jerusalem on Thursday followed by a Sound and Light show at David Citadel
- Light lunch on Tuesday on the way from Eilat to Tel Aviv
- 8 touring days in a Deluxe air-conditioned motor coach
- Professional licensed English speaking guide
- All transport and entrance fees to the sites visited as per itinerary
- Optional Petra Day Tour is offered at the cost of USD $280/person. Please note: Border tax and visa to Jordan to be paid locally, approx USD $130/person.
Not included services:
- Airfare & Departure taxes
- Tips to guide/drivers & hotel staff
- Travel Insurance
- Personal extras on meals not mentioned above
*Child min. age - 5 years old
Disclaimer:
- The hotels in the tour might be replaced with similar ones depending on availability
- Bethlehem site is under the Palestinian Authority Jurisdiction. Visit subject to situation
- Dead Sea visit subject to weather conditions
- For the optional tour to Petra, visa to Jordan is required in advance. additional charges apply.
- The sequence of the tour, border crossing points used and sites visited and hotel used may be amended due to circumstances
