The 5-day tour in the Holy Land is a trip with rare experiences. We will follow the book of the Bible in the Holy Land and in Jerusalem and the Temple Mount. We will visit the Western Wall and the Temple Mount. We will visit the Cave of the Magi at the place of Jacob’s dream. It is time to go with the book of the Bible.
Whether you’re coming alone or as a small group and joining other travelers, or looking to book this Holy Land package with part of your church or community group*, our tour is one of the best ways to experience the Holy Land. The tour includes 4 nights of accommodation, transportation throughout Israel in a luxury bus and a route that is a perfect combination of respect and excitement, with an expert tour guide who will accompany you every step of the way.
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Day 1 – On “Burma Road” to Jerusalem
• Head towards Jerusalem along the 1948 “Burma Road”, and learn about the battles in Shahar Hagai during the War of Independence.
• Upon reaching Jerusalem embark on a tour by foot of the Jewish Quarter. See its main historical sites, and feel is special atmosphere today.
• Descend to the plaza of the Western wall and join the crowds praying at this holy site. Combine it with a new virtual presentation of this area in the time of the Temple.
• Time permitting, descend to the City of David and appreciate the significant finds made here from the time of the bible.
• In the evening you can consider going to the Tower of David night spectacular.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Day 2 – Reach Masada
• Drive towards the Dead Sea. Optional stop on at Sea Level sign for fun and short Camel Ride.
• At Masada we admire the site which witnessed a great drama 2000 years ago. See the wealth of remains and assess its tragic end for the Jewish rebels.
• Have an authentic kibbutz lunch experience at Kibbutz Ein Gedi , followed by a stroll in the kibbutz’ famous Botanical Gardens.
• Alternatively drive to one of the hotels by the Dead Sea for a lunch and swim experience.
• On the way back to Jerusalem stop for a view of the caves where the famous Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered (Qumran).
• If time permits, learn how Biblical Tzitzit was made at the unique Tekhelet Factory.
Overnight: Jerusalem or Tiberias
DAY 3- Jewish Spirituality In The Galilee
• Drive to Safed, former center known for Kabbalah philosophy and now as Jewish artists’ colony.
• Stroll along Safed’s main street and appreciate its Jewish Art galleries.
• Visit Ha’ari Hakadosh synagogue, and where Rabbi Yosef Karo compiled the “Shulchan Aruch”.
• Nearby, visit the famous tomb of the Rashbi , the most popular Rabbi’s tomb in Israel.
• Head back to Tiberias, and head for some watersports in the Sea of Galilee!
Overnight: Tiberias
Day 4 – Explore the Golan Heights
• Ascend the Golan heights and reach the top of mount Bental there you can view both Israel and deep into Syria. You can also explore here an unmanned IDF bunker.
• Nearby visit the 1973 battle site “Valley of Tears”. Here, in October 1973 a small tank force heroically successfully held against a massive Syrian attack.
• Join an ATV tour next to the Syrian to appreciate the beauty of the • Continue to the Flea Market for a lunch break and chance finds of rare vintage memorabilia.
• Have a special lunch experience in a Druze village.
• Head to Tel-Aviv. Time permitting stop at Caesarea to learn about its rich history and Jewish significance.
Overnight: Tel-Aviv
Day 5 – Be A Tel-Avivian
• Enter Independence Hall, on Rothschild boulevard, where the state of Israel was declared.
• Continue on Rothschild boulevard and learn how Tel-Aviv was established and developed into Israel’s metropolis.
• Continue to Jaffa and learn about its rich history. Stroll in its scenic alleys and enjoy its special art galleries.
• Continue to the Flea Market for a lunch break and chance finds of rare vintage memorabilia.
• Reach Rabin Assassination site. Here, in 1995 the Israeli prime minister was shot by opposition to the contemporary peace process with the Palestinians.
• Time permitting, visit the Palmach Museum, the ANU Museum, or try the extreme jet fighter flight simulator (“The Squadron”)!
1. A tour of the Old City of Jerusalem. Go visit the Western Wall and the tunnels of the Western Wall.
2. Visit the City of David, Mount Zion in the tomb of King David.
3. View from the Mount of Olives and western and modern Jerusalem.
4. Visit the local market, enjoy delicious local cuisine at the famous Mahane Yehuda outdoor market
5. Cross the ancient sites of the Holy Land such as Jericho, Capernaum and the Judean Desert, and the Negev.
6. Enjoy the cosmopolitan point of modern Israel, Tel Aviv, and the breathtaking nature, including the lowest point on Earth: the Dead Sea.
7. Visit the Sea of Galilee, and enjoy a cruise at this wonderful site.
8. Visit the city of Safed and its ancient artisan quarter, where you will get to know the world of Kabbalah.
9. Take advantage of the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to visit the Jordan River, at the same place where the 12 tribes of Israel crossed the Jordan to the Promised Land.
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