Day 1 – Arrival
Shalom and welcome to Israel!
You are about to embark on an amazing journey, discovering the colorful facets of Israel and creating unforgettable memories with your family and friends.
Upon arrival in Israel, our representative will meet you and escort you to the hotel.
Day 2 – Mediterranean coast + Nazareth
After checkout, we’ll travel to Jaffa – the older part of Tel-Aviv. In the past, it was an important port city, and nowadays, it is a gentrified bustling area with many attractions to offer.
We’ll proceed to the ancient Roman city of Caesarea. Among the various ruins, we can find a Roman theater, race track, and a beautiful palace.
After lunch, we’ll proceed to the scenic city of Haifa. It is the third-largest in Israel and the home of different ethnic communities. We’ll drive by the Bahai Gardens – a shrine with a breath-taking view, undoubtedly, one of Israel’s pearls.
We will end the day in Nazareth, the hometown of Jesus, and visit the Basilica of Annunciation, where Mary received the announcement that she will conceive and bear a son.
We’ll conclude this day and drive to our new hotel for dinner and rest.
Day 3 – Galilee and the Golan Heights
We’ll begin by traveling to Safed, known as the center of Jewish mysticism. We’ll walk through the narrow alleys and hear remarkable stories of prominent Rabbis that once lived here.
We’ll stop at Mount Bental. Once an Israeli outpost, it offers a great view of Syria and a chance to talk about recent events in the region.
Next, we’ll go on a Jeep tour. We’ll drive off-road, exploring unique areas along the Syrian border, and learn about the past and present in the Golan Heights.
After lunch, we’ll drive to the ancient town of Capernaum, titled the “Town of Jesus.” We’ll explore the remains of the lavish synagogue and will see the house of Peter’s mother-in-law, while recounting the miracles that were performed here.
We will conclude the day and drive back to the hotel
Day 4 – Jordan Valley and Jerusalem.
After checkout, we’ll drive along the Sea of Galilee and stop at Yardenit – a baptismal site on the Jordan River. Here happened the Biblical event of Jesus’s baptism.
Next, we’ll drive to Beit Alfa –a 5th-century synagogue with an awe-striking mosaic floor.
After lunch we’ll proceed through the Jordan valley and scend to Jerusalem. Welcome to Jerusalem.
We’ll stop at the Mount of Olives and enjoy the famous panoramic view of Jerusalem, a great spot to recount the Biblical events and prophecies of the future.
We’ll visit the Garden of Gethsemane with its precious olive grove. Here, Jesus prayed, ”O my father, if this cup cannot pass away from Me unless I drink it, your will be done” (Matthew 26).
We finish the day and drive to our new hotel.
Day 5 – Old Jerusalem
We’ll start with the City of David. Here, David conquered Jebus and Jeremiah was held in the pit. Many Old Testament events will unfold, as we walk through the remains of the Palace and go down the Warren Shaft.
Next, we’ll visit the Western Wall – the main place of worship for the Jewish people. According to the tradition, visitors are welcome to leave a prayer note at the wall.
Afterward, we’ll stroll through the alleys of the Jewish Quarter and get a closer look at the Roman Cardo, a broad wall called “Hezekiah’s Wall”, and the Golden Menorah.
After lunch will visit the Christian Quarter and The Holy Sepulchre Church. The church is shared by six denominations and is the site of the crucifixion, burial, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. We’ll proceed to Mount Zion and visit the Upper Room, where Jesus had the Last Supper with his disciples, and the Tomb of King David – a synagogue that houses the tomb of the Glorious King.
We’ll conclude the day and return to the hotel.
Day 6 – New Jerusalem
We’ll start with a guided tour of Yad Vashem– Israel’s official Holocaust memorial that bears witness to one of the darkest times in Jewish history. We will make our way to the main museum; the well-put exhibitions and the never-ending testimonies will leave you speechless.
We’ll drive by the Knesset – the Israeli Parliament – and arrive at the Israel Museum, the main museum of Israel. Here, we’ll get a closer look at the Dead Sea Scrolls – the oldest biblical manuscripts in the world, and the Model of Jerusalem during the 2nd Temple era.
Next is lunch at the Machane Yehuda Market. Prepare to overwhelm your senses with the colors, smells, and flavors of the main market in Jerusalem.
We’ll conclude the day and return to the hotel.
This evening, we’ll attend the “Night Spectacular” sound and light show projecting the history of Jerusalem on the walls of the Tower of David. A must-see show!
Day 7 – Judean desert
First, we’ll travel to the wilderness. We’ll drive by Jericho – the oldest city in the world, and arrive at Ein Gedi.
This beautiful oasis is abundant with waterfalls, flora, fauna, and history that go back to the times of King David.
Next, we’ll continue to Masada – an impressive fortress built by King Herod, which served as the arena for the last events of the Great Jewish Revolt and currently is a symbol of Jewish heroism.
After lunch, we’ll visit the Dead Sea – the lowest place in the world. Its buoyant waters are abundant with minerals and offer an excellent opportunity to enjoy a natural open-air spa.
We’ll finish the day and drive to our new hotel.
Day 8 – Departure
After checking out of the hotel, we’ll travel to the airport to catch your flight back home.
Thank you for touring with us. We hope to see you again!
Shalom U’Lehitraot.
