Escorted Holyland Tour of Israel with Optional Jordan Extension
Experience the legendary sights in person
Embark on a 6- or 9-night excursion through Israel's most significant sights as you learn about the heritage and history of the Holy Land. Through a series of day trips, you will get to visit the places you've read about in history books and religious texts. Choose the 9-night option for an experience in Jordan!
What's Included
- Roundtrip economy class airfare to Tel Aviv (TVL)
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- Accommodation in hotels listed, or similar:
- 1 night in Tel Aviv at the Leonardo Art Hotel
- 2 nights in Tiberias at the Hotel Restal
- 3 nights in Jerusalem at the Hotel Royal Jerusalem
- Breakfast daily and 2 dinners
- Entrance fees as per the itinerary
- Services of an English-speaking licensed tour guide for 3 days
- Transportation by DLX, air-conditioned coach with English speaking driver and complimentary WiFi for 3 days
- Pilgrim’s Diploma from the Ministry of Tourism
Want to add 3 nights in Jordan? Choose the 9-night option!
Please note: Package price does not include PCR tests, gratuities, additional meals and drinks not specified, visas or border taxes (border tax for Israel to Jordan are apx. $31-55 per person), or the supplement for airport transfers before 6:00am.
For any hotel check-ins that fall on a Saturday (Shabbat) or on a Jewish Holiday, clients will not be able to check in to the room until approx. 2.5 hours after sunset. Luggage can be stored in the lobby. Access to hotel lobby will be open but not the guest rooms.
Please Note: Medical and Travel Insurance is mandatory. Please check country entry requirements for the most up to date information.
Great Ways to Explore
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Find peace and serenity at the Sea of Galilee, the largest freshwater lake in Israel.
- Discover the "golden city" of Jerusalem.
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Experience the ancient port of Jaffa in Tel Aviv.
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Get to know fellow travelers during group dinners!
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Visit ancient synagogues, old fishing villages, and historic ruins.
Retrace history on this 6-night tour through Israel. You'll get to see firsthand the places written about in the Bible and history books as you proceed from your starting point in Tel Aviv all the way through to Jerusalem. Connect with your spiritual roots as you make your way through sites such as King David's Tomb on the Mount of Olives, the Mount of Beatitudes, and the Sea of Galilee.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
- Roundtrip economy class airfare to Tel Aviv (TVL)
- Roundtrip airport transfers
- Accommodation in hotels listed, or similar:
- 1 night in Tel Aviv at the Leonardo Art Hotel
- 2 nights in Tiberias at the Hotel Restal
- 3 nights in Jerusalem at the Hotel Royal Jerusalem
- Breakfast daily and 2 dinners
- Entrance fees as per the itinerary
- Services of an English-speaking licensed tour guide for 3 days
- Transportation by DLX, air-conditioned coach with English speaking driver and complimentary WiFi for 3 days
- Pilgrim’s Diploma from the Ministry of Tourism
Want to add 3 nights in Jordan? Choose the 9-night option!
Please note: Package price does not include PCR tests, gratuities, additional meals and drinks not specified, visas or border taxes (border tax for Israel to Jordan are apx. $31-55 per person), or the supplement for airport transfers before 6:00am.
For any hotel check-ins that fall on a Saturday (Shabbat) or on a Jewish Holiday, clients will not be able to check in to the room until approx. 2.5 hours after sunset. Luggage can be stored in the lobby. Access to hotel lobby will be open but not the guest rooms.
Please Note: Medical and Travel Insurance is mandatory. Please check country entry requirements for the most up to date information.
-
Find peace and serenity at the Sea of Galilee, the largest freshwater lake in Israel.
- Discover the "golden city" of Jerusalem.
-
Experience the ancient port of Jaffa in Tel Aviv.
-
Get to know fellow travelers during group dinners!
-
Visit ancient synagogues, old fishing villages, and historic ruins.
Retrace history on this 6-night tour through Israel. You'll get to see firsthand the places written about in the Bible and history books as you proceed from your starting point in Tel Aviv all the way through to Jerusalem. Connect with your spiritual roots as you make your way through sites such as King David's Tomb on the Mount of Olives, the Mount of Beatitudes, and the Sea of Galilee.
Please note that some recommendations in the following suggested itinerary may not be included in your package. Check What's Included above for full details on inclusions.
Day 1. Welcome to Tel Aviv!
Touch down in beautiful Tel Aviv! A representative with a sign with your name on it will wait for you at the airport arrival hall after customs. A dedicated transfer will take you to your hotel (if there are other passengers from the same group arriving within a short time of difference, you will all share the same transfer).
We recommend that you select flights that arrive in Tel Aviv by 5PM.Transfer to Tel Aviv hotel
Check-in - Leonardo Art Tel Aviv
Formerly known as the Marina Hotel, the Leonardo Art Hotel offers guests the most scenic views of Tel Aviv's pristine beaches. You'll be able to wake up and walk to the sandy beaches everyday, or relax on the hotel's rooftop pool with gorgeous views of the city. Along with having the most convenient beachside location, this hotel also boasts a prestige collection of artwork that are hung throughout guests bedrooms and hallways.
You'll be able to enjoy a sauna and spa treatments while staying at the hotel, and fresh food is served everyday for guests to enjoy in the air conditioned dining hall. They're particularly known for their rich breakfasts which will ensure you have the perfect start to your day, everyday.
Day 2. Tel Aviv - Tiberias
This morning, get acquainted with Tel Aviv known as the "Big Orange" on a walking tour of the city’s highlights. Travel to the ancient port of Jaffa with its reconstructed Artists’ Quarter before continuing to quaint Neve Tzedek (Tel Aviv’s “Soho”). Next, go to Rabin Square to view the memorial to the late Prime Minister. Later, depart Tel Aviv and drive along the sparkling Mediterranean coast to ancient Caesarea; view the astounding Roman, Byzantine and Crusader ruins and the 2,000-year-old theater. Travel to the age-old fishing village of Capernaum on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee, home to a celebrated Byzantine-era synagogue and frequently mentioned in the Bible as Jesus' base during his Galilean ministry.
Arrive in the tranquil Galilee Region for dinner and overnight.
Check-in - Hotel Restal Tiberias
The Restal Hotel can be found in the center of the beautiful city Tiberias and is one of the few non-kosher hotels in the area. The hotel has recently been refurbished to include soundproofed walls in each of its rooms, promising you a quiet and relaxing stay. Enjoy the sun by one of the hotel's swimming pools or walk a short 10 minutes to the Sea of Galilee where you'll see breathtaking views of the sparkling waters and luscious green hills.
The Tiberias Bus Station is a short walk away from the hotel, making travelling around easy. A quick bus or walk will take you to the city's closest shopping center, or you could take the bus a bit further to tour through the Golan Heights.
Day 3. Tiberias
Spend the day at leisure to enjoy the serenity of the Sea of Galilee, the largest freshwater lake in Israel, or explore this city embedded with a history dating back to the Roman Emperor Tiberius and religious sites that include the Church of St. Peter. Don’t miss the optional full day tour to Galilee that begins at the Mount of Beatitudes where Jesus preached His famous "Sermon on the Mount".
Next on to Safed, one of Judaism's holiest cities and mystical center of Kabbalah; walk through the colorful artists' colony and visit an ancient synagogue. Then, ascend the Golan Heights to understand more about this strategic area; visit Har Bental, site of a former Israeli bunker. Following lunch, visit a kibbutz and taste special vintages at a winery in Katzrin before heading back.
Tonight, dinner is at your hotel.
Day 4. Tiberias - Jerusalem
This morning, visit a factory where diamonds are cut and set in jewelry. Learn about the manufacturing process of this industry. Traveling south, reach the impressive archaeological site of Beit She’an, an ancient city dating back to King Saul; see the remains of an ancient Roman city and the ongoing excavations. Continue via the Jordan Valley to the "golden city" of Jerusalem. The rest of the day is at leisure to discover the many facets of Jerusalem on your own. The afternoon optional tour of the New City begins with a drive via the Supreme Court building and the Knesset, Israel's Parliament, to the impressive Israel Museum. Here, view the Shrine of the Book, home of the Dead Sea Scrolls, and the scale model of Jerusalem during the Second Temple period. Then, pay respects at Yad Vashem, Memorial to the Holocaust on the Mount of Remembrance.
Tonight, dinner is at your hotel.
Check-in - Hotel Royal Jerusalem
The Hotel Royal Jerusalem is a luxurious 4-star hotel in the heart of old Jerusalem. Guests can enjoy one of their over 200 newly renovated air conditioned rooms or sunbathe by their swimming pool. The hotel offers a comfortable bar/lounge and a restaurant serving the finest Israeli cuisine, promising you a comfortable and delicious stay. There is free parking at the hotel and Ben Gurion airport is a short ride away, making travel a bit easier.
With its prime location, the hotel is a central point for visiting many top attractions. The Jaffa Gate is only five minutes away and the Wailing Western Wall is about a two mile walk. There is also a public garden, Wohl Rose Park, that is near the hotel and open to the public.
Day 5. Jerusalem
Begin your exploration of Jerusalem at the walled Old City with its four distinct sections - the Christian, Jewish, Muslim and Armenian Quarters. Have a chance to see the famed Western Wall, then follow the steps along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, one of the holiest sites in the Christian world. Pass through the narrow alleys and souks to Mt. Zion; visit the room of the Last Supper and the Tomb of King David.
The remainder of the day is on your own to stroll through the picturesque lanes of the Old City or visit the exotic bazaars. Join the optional afternoon tour to Bethlehem that includes a visit to the Church of the Nativity, commemorating the birthplace of Christ. A stop for local olive wood handicrafts is included!
Day 6. Jerusalem
Today is free to immerse yourself in this ancient city; walk through the city's colorful neighborhoods that reveal a diverse blend of traditional and modern cultures. Or, participate in the optional tour to Masada that begins with a drive along the shores of the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, to Masada. Ascend by cable car to the top of these heroic heights; listen to the brave tale of the Zealots who chose to perish rather than live under Roman rule. Visit the archaeological sites including the remains of Herod's Palace, a synagogue, bath houses, and dwellings. Pass through the Museum of Masada at the base, then stop at the Dead Sea for a swim in the salty and buoyant waters before returning to Jerusalem.
Day 7. Depart Israel
Enjoy the last hours of your journey! Today, you will be transferred to the airport for your flight home.
Transfer to TVL Airport
Fly home!
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