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Detailed Itinerary

Arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel. Overnight in Tel Aviv.

At Leisure. Overnight in Tel Aviv.

Drive north to Caesarea, once the Roman capital of the region; see the excavations of the Crusader-era city, the aqueduct and the amphitheatre that has been restored as a concert venue. Proceed to Haifa to visit the Clandestine Immigration and Naval museum ("Af al Pi Chen") and hear the story of the illegal immigrants coming to Israel at the time of the British Mandate. Drive to Acre, the Old City recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site; walk through the old port and local market. Continue to Rosh Hanikra; descend by cable car into the underwater grottoes and admire the spectacular natural formations. Overnight at a Kibbutz guesthouse.

Drive to Safed, one of the four holy cities in Israel and the center of the Kabbala movement; visit the Caro and Ari synagogues; stroll through the narrow alleyways and visit the picturesque Artist Quarter. Next, enjoy a Jeep tour at the foots of the Golan. Continue to the Golan Heights; stop at Gadot overlook, the memorial for the fallen of the Golan located over former Syrian bunkers; and view the monument built in honor of the Alexandroni Brigade. Proceed for a magnificent observation point over the city of Quneitra and the Syrian territory. Drive to Tel Hai; see the Roaring Lion Monument and learn about the heroic battle of Joseph Trumpeldor and his comrades in 1920. Meet with a Kibbutz member and learn about their unique lifestyle. Overnight at a Kibbutz guesthouse.

Drive to Tiberias to visit Rambam’s Grave; continue through the Jordan valley to Beit Shean, known as "Scythopolis," and see the fascinating excavated remains from Roman and Byzantine periods. Stop at Beit Alpha to admire the beautiful mosaic floor of a synagogue discovered in 1929. Visit Gan HaShlosha National Park and enjoy the warm spring water pools and waterfalls. Continue via the Jordan valley to Jerusalem; stop at Mount Scopus for a blessing as you enter the city. Overnight Jerusalem.

Visit the Tomb of King David on Mt. Zion. Walk along the Cardo, heart of the ancient Roman City; visit the four Sephardic synagogues restored after the 1967 war in the Jewish Quarter; tour the Western Wall Tunnels; visit the archaeological park at Davidson Center; walk through the colorful local bazaar and visit the Tower of David Museum, presenting the history of Jerusalem and ancient remains of the city beginning with the First Temple period. Overnight Jerusalem.

Enjoy seeing the Bar Mitzvah ceremonies at the Western Wall. Drive through Mea Shearim, one of the oldest Jewish neighborhoods in Jerusalem, and learn about the unique lifestyle of the ultra-orthodox communities. Proceed to Mount Herzl, the military cemetery, and Yad Vashem, Israel’s official memorial to the Holocaust. Visit Ammunition Hill, a former Jordanian army stronghold, conquered by the Israeli army in the six day war, and later converted into a national memorial site and museum. Drive by the Knesset, Israel’s parliament, and see the Menorah with the biblical emblems. Next, visit Israel Museum, the Shrine of the Book where the Dead Sea scrolls are housed, and the Holyland model, a miniature replica of Jerusalem as it was during the Second Temple period. Overnight Jerusalem.

Drive through the Judaean Desert to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth. Visit Qumran, where the Dead Sea scrolls were found. Continue to Masada, ascend by cable car and tour the mountain fortress built by King Herod, where the Zealots made their last stand against the Romans; visit the remains of the walls, palaces, synagogue and bathhouse; descend by cable car. Next, stop for lunch and spa facilities in one of the leading hotels in the area and enjoy a ’swim’ in the mineral rich Dead Sea. Overnight Jerusalem.

At Leisure. Overnight in Jerusalem.

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 Eilat.

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 45km² 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 Eilat. (for the tour to Petra, visa is required in advance)

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, which overlooks the magnificent Zin Valley. Stop for a camel ride and visit an authentic Bedouin tent; learn about the Bedouin hospitality and enjoy a light lunch.Continue to Hatzerim and visit Israel's Airforce Museum to view the planes and equipment and to hear the story of this brave fighting force. Overnight Tel Aviv.

After breakfast, transfer to Ben Gurion Airport for departure.

Inclusions

- Sharing transfer on arrival and departure (from/to Ben Gurion Airport)
- Assistance at the airport upon arrival
- 12 nights accommodation on BED & BREAKFAST basis (Room with Breakfast)
- 2 dinners at Kibbutz hotel Lavi
- Lunch and Spa at the Dead Sea area
- Light lunch in a Bedouin tent on the way from Eilat to Tel Aviv
- 8 touring days as per itinerary, with English speaking guide
- Entrance fees to the sites visited as per itinerary
- Jeep tour in the Galilee

Exclusions

. International/Domestic Air Fare
. Visas
. Items of personal nature such as, but not limited to, passport fees
. Gratuities to your tour guide or bus driver
. Optional tours
. Airport tax
. Laundry
. Telephone calls
. Any other items not specifically listed as included in the itineraries

* Program sequence is subject to change without advance notice.

Notes

Hotels used or similar
Plan A Hotels
Tel Aviv - Dan Tel Aviv-Deluxe room
Galilee - Kibbutz Lavi-Hadar wing
Jerusalem - King David - Deluxe New City room
Eilat - Dan Eilat - New Eilat room

Plan B Hotels
Tel Aviv - Dan Panorama
Galilee - Kibbutz Lavi-Eden wing
Jerusalem - Dan Panorama
Eilat - Dan Panorama

Plan C Hotels
Tel Aviv - Prima City Tel Aviv
Galilee - Kibbutz Lavi-Eden wing
Jerusalem - Prima Kings
Eilat - Prima Music

The hotels appearing above might be replaced with similar ones.

FRIDAY DEPARTURE

NOTE: Tours will be operated on the dates mentioned above.

Child sharing room with parents, Bed and Breakfast basis * (Under 12 Years) on request. * Room with Breakfast only.

Tour to Petra, visa is required in advance

Program Touring / Guide

Escorted Experience

Trip Highlights

Tel Aviv - Galilee - Jerusalem - Eilat

Fixed-Departure
13 Oct, 2023

Plan A
AUD 12,302 P P twin share
AUD 20,106 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan B
AUD 7,963 P P twin share
AUD 11,895 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 6,421 P P twin share
AUD 8,922 P P single
AVAILABLE

20 Oct, 2023

Plan A
AUD 12,302 P P twin share
AUD 20,106 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan B
AUD 7,963 P P twin share
AUD 11,895 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 6,421 P P twin share
AUD 8,922 P P single
AVAILABLE

27 Oct, 2023

Plan A
AUD 12,302 P P twin share
AUD 20,106 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan B
AUD 7,963 P P twin share
AUD 11,895 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 6,421 P P twin share
AUD 8,922 P P single
AVAILABLE

03 Nov, 2023

Plan A
AUD 12,302 P P twin share
AUD 20,106 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan B
AUD 7,963 P P twin share
AUD 11,895 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 6,421 P P twin share
AUD 8,922 P P single
AVAILABLE

10 Nov, 2023

Plan A
AUD 12,302 P P twin share
AUD 20,106 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan B
AUD 7,963 P P twin share
AUD 11,895 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 6,421 P P twin share
AUD 8,922 P P single
AVAILABLE

17 Nov, 2023

Plan A
AUD 10,110 P P twin share
AUD 15,889 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan B
AUD 7,605 P P twin share
AUD 11,316 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 6,120 P P twin share
AUD 8,420 P P single
AVAILABLE

24 Nov, 2023

Plan A
AUD 9,998 P P twin share
AUD 15,661 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan B
AUD 6,780 P P twin share
AUD 9,676 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 6,057 P P twin share
AUD 8,214 P P single
AVAILABLE

01 Dec, 2023

Plan A
AUD 9,998 P P twin share
AUD 15,661 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan B
AUD 6,780 P P twin share
AUD 9,676 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 6,057 P P twin share
AUD 8,214 P P single
AVAILABLE

08 Dec, 2023

Plan A
AUD 9,998 P P twin share
AUD 15,661 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan B
AUD 6,780 P P twin share
AUD 9,676 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 6,057 P P twin share
AUD 8,214 P P single
AVAILABLE

15 Dec, 2023

Plan A
AUD 11,078 P P twin share
AUD 17,703 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan B
AUD 7,621 P P twin share
AUD 10,439 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 5,982 P P twin share
AUD 8,064 P P single
AVAILABLE

22 Dec, 2023

Plan A
AUD 12,247 P P twin share
AUD 19,954 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan B
AUD 8,367 P P twin share
AUD 10,642 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 6,233 P P twin share
AUD 8,566 P P single
AVAILABLE

05 Jan, 2024

Plan A
AUD 9,624 P P twin share
AUD 14,949 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 5,982 P P twin share
AUD 8,064 P P single
AVAILABLE

19 Jan, 2024

Plan A
AUD 9,624 P P twin share
AUD 14,949 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 5,982 P P twin share
AUD 8,064 P P single
AVAILABLE

26 Jan, 2024

Plan A
AUD 9,624 P P twin share
AUD 14,949 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan B
AUD 6,780 P P twin share
AUD 9,676 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 5,982 P P twin share
AUD 8,064 P P single
AVAILABLE

09 Feb, 2024

Plan A
AUD 9,624 P P twin share
AUD 14,949 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan B
AUD 6,780 P P twin share
AUD 9,676 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 5,982 P P twin share
AUD 8,064 P P single
AVAILABLE

16 Feb, 2024

Plan A
AUD 9,624 P P twin share
AUD 14,949 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan B
AUD 6,780 P P twin share
AUD 9,676 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 5,982 P P twin share
AUD 8,064 P P single
AVAILABLE

23 Feb, 2024

Plan A
AUD 10,149 P P twin share
AUD 15,953 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan B
AUD 7,104 P P twin share
AUD 10,289 P P single
AVAILABLE

Plan C
AUD 6,145 P P twin share
AUD 8,390 P P single
AVAILABLE

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