This special hand-crafted tour proposal covers most of the highlights of Israel. It includes sites and subjects relating to the Old Testament, the New Testament, Biblical Archaeology, and modern history. The tour is led by one of our top guides, in luxury level tour vehicle, providing in-depth explanations, and setting unique and exciting activities and experiences. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable experience!
Welcome to Israel!. Pending on time of arrival, we could visit the ruins of the ancient metropolis Caesarea on our way up north, especially appreciating the Caesarea aqueduct, Caesarea Port, Paul’s Prison in Caesarea (?), Herods Palace in Caesarea, Caesarea Theatre, and more. Driving through the Jezreel Valley and the Galilee, we could also visit the Biblical site of Megiddo and learn on its identification with Apocalypic Armageddon.
Crossing the Jordan River, today we ascend to the top of the Golan Heights. At Mt. Bental we view into Syria and review the conflict between Israel and Syria, as well as the ongoing civilian war in Syria. Next we could join a local ATV tour by the border, followed by a special lunch and hospitality experience in a Druze village. After lunch we could continue to a local winery, or reach the viewpoint of Gamla, “The Masada of the North”, where the Jews were also defeted by the Imperial Roman forces some 2000 years ago.
This day is devoted to sites in the Galilee and around the Sea of Galilee. We start with a visit to Capernaum, “Hometown of Jesus” according to the New Testament. Today Capernaum is an impressive archaeolical site that bears, among others, the biggest synagogue ever found in Israel. Nearby we visit Magdala, a site that also combines significant Jewish and Christian history, and next we head up to Nazareth, where we have a nice local lunch, and then review the finds at Roman era Sepphoris, before heading to – Jerusalem!
Our full day tour of the holiest city in the world will begin with an introduction from Mount of Olives Viewpoint , and possibly have also a quick visit to Garden of Gethsemane. Next, we will reach the closest point next to the Old City and continue by foot (Golf Cart or Wheelchair can be arragned). Entering the Jewish Quarter, we will visit the Western wall, and possibly have a private tour of the Western Wall tunnels. After a lunch break we continue into the Christian Quarter and walk along parts of the Via Dolorosa finally reaching the holiest site in Christendom – the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
Heading to the lowest dry place in the world, the first stop could be a camel ride next to the Sea level sign. Nearby, we will pass by Jericho and the Baptism site (qasr el-Yahud) and view the caves where the famous Dead Sea Scrolls were found (Qumran). Next, we will drive through the nature reserve of Ein Gedi, and possibly spot some local Ibex. The main focus will be on the mgnificant site of Masada, famed for its dramatic and trajic history. After appreciating the site we head to the for a lunch and a swim at the Dead Sea, and then head to Tel-Aviv.
