The ultimate way to tour as a family the Holy Land! Fly up to the Golan Heights and visit holy Christian sites in the Galilee. Discover’s Jerusalem hidden gems, and explore Petra. And do it all in style in the highest level of comfort possible. From VIP services at the airport; the best resorts, food experiences, and much more. Check out the tour proposal below and contact us for further details!
Welcome to Israel! Upon your arrival a VIP service from the airplane door will assist you through passport control, customs, and luggage, and set your transfer to the hotel. If you wish, a special dinner experience in one of Tel-Aviv’s fine restaurants can also be set.
After enjoying the typical affluent Israeli breakfast at your hotel your guide will meet and greet you, as you embark on an introductory morning tour of Jaffa and Tel-Aviv. The first stop will be Old Jaffa, where Peter’s vision took place. At Jaffa’s old port we ill reflect on Solomon’s import of Cedar for the construction of the temple of the Lord, and the Greek mythology relating to Andromeda’s rock. Next, we stroll through the Flea Market where you will have an opportunity to purchase some vintage and 2nd hand “chachkes”. We then drive along Rothschild boulevard, where you will learn about the inception of Tel-Aviv, and especially the major historical event that took place at the “Hall of Independence“. After a lunch break you will be taken to the take off spot from which an A/C helicopter will take you on an amazing scenic flight above the coast, hovering over the antiquities of Caesarea, Megiddo the Sea of Galilee. Upon landing in the heart of the Golan Heights, an expert of the local geo-politics will take you on an off-road tour along the Syrian border, providing an in-depth review of the region.
An early start will get you to an open field near the hotel where a powered parachute will take you on a magical flight around the Sea of Galilee. Holy Christian sites and the Jordan river estuary are just some of the immersing views you will see from above. After breakfast you will continue exploring the region by visiting Capernaum, Magdala and other possible significant sites in Christian history. You will continue to Nazareth for a special visit to the Church of the Annunciation, and crossing the valley of Armageddon, you will head to Jerusalem.
Your day will start with a biblical style “Shehecheyanu” greet of Jerusalem from the top of Mount of Olives, followed by a visit to the Garden of Gethsemane. Next, you will embark on a VIP tour of Old City, by foot or with Golf cart. The stations of the Cross, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Christian quarter, the Jewish Quarter, the Western Wall and the local market (“Suq”) are just some of the highlights that will be covered. Lunch will be a special food experience at the Mahane Yudah Market, followed by VIP tour to the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem.
Checking out for a desert adventure, our first stop will be Jesus’ traditional baptism site. Located near Jericho, it marks also where the Israelites crossed the Jordan river to claim the Holy Land. Next, we will drive along the cliff where the famous Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Spread around the site of Qumran, these caves yielded the most significant archaeological discovery ever made in the Land of Israel.
Reaching the Oasis of Ein-Gedi we could go for a 2 hours’ hike in it’s nature reserve and up the “Shulamit” Waterfall. For lunch we will head to Kibbutz Ein-Gedi. In its dinning room we will get a first-hand experience of life in a typical Israeli communal farm – a Kibbutz. After lunch we will have a stroll in the kibbutz and appreciates its unique botanical gardens. Next, we will ascend by cable car to the top of Masada. We will learn about the fantastic site and the great drama it witnessed some 2000 years ago. Finally we will check in one of the hotels of the Dead Sea and enjoy the one-of-a-kind floating experience in its salty water.
In the morning you will be taken to the border crossing into Jordan and then driven to Iconic Petra. A scenic walk (or golf cart ride) through Petra’s gorge provides such a dramatic entry into this legendary city. The capital of the Nabatean kingdom was once a place of exuberant wealth, and its remains attract explorers to this day. Especially famous are its tomb facades, such as the “Treasury“. Your expert local guide will lead you through some of iconic monuments, after which you will be drive back to the border with Israel, and your hotel in Eilat. In the evening you might consider a sail + BBQ dinner on a Yacht.
A leisure morning could include a unique scuba diving session in the red Sea. Even if you have no experience, the diving instructor will lead you through the dive, holding your hand, if needed. After lunch you will be driven to the luxurious Six Senses hotel in Sharahruth. The evening will combine a fine dinning experience followed by stargazing activity.
After a relaxing morning at the luxury resort a helicopter will take you on a beautiful scenic flight above the Ramon Crater and the Negev. Landing near Tel-Aviv you will be driven to the Norman hotel. If you are fond of art, the afternoon can be used for a art tour or event. In the evening you could have a farewell dinner party at “Hasalon” followed by a VIP service for departure.
