Summary
Embark on a magical journey encompassing the ancient religious sites and archaeological attractions of Israel!
- Day 1
- Usa/Canada Departure
- Day 2
- Tel Aviv
- Day 3
- Tel Aviv-Caesarea-Galilee Reigon
- Day 4
- Sea Of Galilee
- Day 5
- Galilee-Beit She'an-'Golden' Jerusalem
- Day 6
- Jerusalem Old City Tour
- Day 7
- Jerusalem
- Day 8
- Ben Gurion Departure-Usa / Canada
Travel Cities (2): Jerusalem, Tel Aviv
Details
This 08-day tour of Israel will guide you through the magnificent scenery of the Holy Land. Situated at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, travelers are often confused by the country';s geographic identity. While it is geographically located in Asia, the Land of Israel belongs to the Middle East! Visitors can discover the wide range of bustling coastal cities, breathtaking deserts stretching for thousands of miles, and the lowest point on earth. Begin your journey with a walking tour of Tel Aviv, a vibrant city listed as one of the Top 10 Beach Cities in the World by National Geographic. Take in the wide range of restaurants, cafes, ancient ports, and quaint neighborhoods scattering this fascinating city. From there you will travel along the Mediterranean coast to Caesarea, home to Roman, Byzantine, and Crusader ruins. Pay a visit to the 2,000-year-old Roman amphitheater, where Israeli and international artists often perform. Next, make your way to Galilee, where you may enjoy a day at leisure near the largest freshwater lake in Israel. Choose to visit the variety of religious sites before you explore the holy city of Safed. Continue south to discover the extraordinary archaeological sites of Beit Shean, the leading city of Decapolis during Roman times. After a magical trip, you will travel to Jerusalem, the ancient capital of Israel and the holiest city in the world. Embark on a tour of the old city as you discover significant religious sites of Jewish, Muslim, and Christian heritage. Enjoy an extra day in this fascinating city before you prepare to travel back home.