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Heritage of the Holy Land

 Israel

8 days from £3299 pp  Including Int'l flight

Explore the Dead Sea and even go for a float if you dare! An amazing journey with memories for a lifetime.
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During this eight-day tour, discover the incomparable heritage of the Holy Land. Arriving in the vibrant city of Tel Aviv and finishing in Jerusalem, see a plethora of Biblical sites and cultural riches. Explore the Dead Sea and even go for a float if you dare! An amazing journey with memories for a lifetime. Select between a basic bed-and-breakfast basis or enjoy included dinners with the half-board option.

Short Itinerary

Day 01 : Depart London Heathrow and Arrival Tel Aviv

Day 02 : Tel Aviv – Sea Of Galilee – Tiberias

Day 03 : Tiberias – Sea Of Galilee – Tiberias

Day 04 : Tiberias – Nazareth – Jordan River – Beit She’an – Jerusalem

Day 05 : Jerusalem – Masada – Dead Sea – Jerusalem

Day 06 : Jerusalem Old City Tour

Day 07 : Jerusalem

Day 08 : Final Departure

Tour Ends

 Day 01 : Depart London Heathrow and Arrival Tel Aviv
Today you will depart to Tel Aviv’s airport from London Heathrow. Upon arriving at Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport, meet your tour representative before hopping onto the transfer to your hotel in Tel Aviv for your first night in Israel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure, becoming acquainted with your vibrant new surroundings. Overnight in Tel Aviv.
 Day 02 : Tel Aviv – Sea Of Galilee – Tiberias
After breakfast, enjoy a short visit to the city of Jaffa, Tel Aviv’s charming neighbor, where we take a short walking tour through the picturesque alleys of this old, fortified town. Pass by the house of Simon the Tanner and marvel at the views from the hilltop. Then drive north along the coast to the archaeological ruins of Caesarea, built by Herod the Great in honor of Augustus Caesar. Continue to Megiddo, where the Book of Revelations mentions a great battle at the place called ‘Armageddon’. It was an ancient city inhabited continuously for more than five millennia (6,000-500 BC). After exploring the ancient ruins, drive towards the Sea of Galilee. Arrive at Tiberias, a glimmering white city that sits on the shores of Galilee, and check in to your hotel. In the afternoon, visit the picturesque village of Ein Karem, known as the traditional birthplace of John the Baptist. After the visit, return to the hotel. Overnight in Tiberias.
 Day 03 : Tiberias – Sea Of Galilee – Tiberias
Wake up to breakfast at the hotel and then start the day in the historical city of Tiberias, where Jesus lived, sojourned, and preached on the shores of the Sea of Galilee. Your next stop is Capernaum, the center of Jesus’ ministry. Continue on to Tabgha, the site of Christ’s miracle of feeding the 5,000, and the Church of the Multiplication, where the mosaic floor depicts a basket with loaves and two fish. Drive on to the Mount of Beatitudes, which overlooks the sea where Jesus preached the Sermon on the Mount. It is believed that Jesus picked his 12 apostles here. Ascend to the Golan Heights to view the panoramic view from the peaks of Mount Hermon: the rugged plateau of the Golan Heights and beneath it the green pastoral Hula Valley. Return to Tiberias for another lovely night in town. Overnight in Tiberias.
 Day 04 : Tiberias – Nazareth – Jordan River – Beit She’an – Jerusalem
This morning, after breakfast, travel to Nazareth, the city where Jesus spent his childhood, and visit the Church of Annunciation, built on the site where archaeologists believe the Archangel Gabriel appeared to the Virgin Mary. You will also see Mary’s Well and Joseph’s Church. Proceed to nearby Cana to visit the Wedding Church where Jesus performed his first miracle, turning water into wine. Then drive through the Jordan Valley to Beit She’an, with its recently excavated amphitheater. Visit the excavations of this beautifully preserved Roman City, which was destroyed in an earthquake. Continue to Jerusalem and check-in at your hotel. Overnight in Jerusalem.
 Day 05 : Jerusalem – Masada – Dead Sea – Jerusalem
After breakfast, and en route to the Dead Sea, visit the site of the Qumran Caves, where the legendary Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. Gliding through the remarkable scenery of the Dead Sea, continue on to Masada, situated on an isolated cliff in the Judean Desert, a UNESCO-listed World Heritage Site. Ascend by cable car to the fortress, which was the last stronghold of the Jewish Zealots in their war against the Romans. Visit the excavations, King Herod’s palace, the synagogue, the bathhouse, and much more. Contemplate the breath-taking view of the Roman camps and the Dead Sea. Nearly 400 meters below sea level, the Dead Sea is the lowest point on the earth’s surface. Bring your swimsuit because, weather permitting, it is possible to float on the salty, mineral-rich water. Return to Jerusalem. Overnight in Jerusalem.
 Day 06 : Jerusalem Old City Tour
After breakfast, enjoy a spectacular panoramic view of Jerusalem, the holy city for each of the world’s three great religions – Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. Your tour includes the Mount of Olives, a stop at the site where Jesus first gave the Lord’s Prayer, and the Garden of Gethsemane, where Judas betrayed Jesus. In the Old City, see the Western Wall and the site of the Second Temple, the Temple Mount. Walk along the Way of the Cross, also known as the Via Dolorosa, to Calvary and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, housing both the traditional site of Crucifixion and the Tomb of the Resurrection. To the southwest, just outside the Old City, is Mount Zion, with the traditional tomb of King David and the Room of the Last Supper. Return to your hotel and spend the remainder of the day at leisure. Overnight in Jerusalem.
 Day 07 : Jerusalem
Have breakfast at the hotel and prepare for today’s tour, which includes a visit to Yad Vashem, the official memorial to the Jewish victims of the Holocaust, established in 1953, located at the foot of Mount Herzl. Then make your way to Ein Karem, a picturesque village in the southwestern outskirts of Jerusalem. This town has great significance in Christian traditions since this is where legend has it that John the Baptist was born. Visit the Israel Museum, with a detailed model of Jerusalem during the time of the Second Temple, and the Shrine of the Book, which houses the Dead Sea Scrolls. Drive by the Knesset (House of Parliament) and the Hebrew University campus. Visit Bethlehem to see Rachel’s Tomb and the Church of the Nativity (these sites are under the Palestinian Authority’s jurisdiction – visit subject to the political situation). Return to your hotel. Overnight in Jerusalem.
 Day 08 : Final Departure
We have reached our final day on this tour! Enjoy one last breakfast before your transfer takes you to the airport for your flight back home.

What's included

  • Return economy flight from London Heathrow
  • TOUR GUIDE: Operated with shared English-speaking licensed guide on all touring days
  • ACCOMMODATION: 7 night's accommodation
  • MEALS: 7 breakfasts
  • TRANSPORT: Transfer from / to Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv on arrival and departrure; Sightseeing in a modern air conditioned motor-coach.
  • ENTRANCE FEES AND ACTIVITIES: All entrance fees and visit indicated as included: short visit of Jaffa, visit Megiddo, Church of the Annunciation, visit the Wedding Church in Cana, visit excavations of Beit Shean, visit Qumran Caves, Cable car in Masada, Visit excavation, King Herod's palace, synagogue, visit tomb of King David, Visit Israel Museum, Knesset, campus of Hebrew University, visit Bethlehem
  • OTHER: Meet & Greet on arrival at the airport Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv

What's not included

  • Porterage at airport
  • Tipping for guide, driver and hotel staff
  • Beverages with meals
  • Travel, medical or baggage insurance
  • Visa fees

Tel Aviv : Seanet/Olympia or similar
Tiberias : Prima/Restal or similar
Jerusalem : Gate/Gold/Rimonim or similar

TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

Jerusalem: Israel’s capital is a city of tradition, religion and history, but also of modern culture and heritage

Beit She’an: One of the oldest cities in Israel, over 20 layers of human civilisation are tucked away inside its large ancient mound

Nazareth: Nazareth, located in Israel’s Galilee region, not only has over a dozen important Christian sites, but as Israel’s largest Arab city, has some fascinating cultural sites and experiences to offer

Galilee: One of the most beautiful regions of Israel, Galilee is characterised by its beautiful landscapes, amazing natural formations, historic sites, and charming villages

Tel Aviv: This city that never sleeps combines sandy Mediterranean beaches with top-notch nightclubs, a buzzing cultural and culinary scene, fascinating architecture and an international mindset

Please note

Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the tour contents without prior notice.

What do I need to bring?

Comfortable and light clothing is best suited to travel in the warm months and warm clothing in the colder months in Israel. Visitors should not wear sleeveless shirts, shorts, short skirts or sparse clothing when visiting temples, religious or official buildings or at the Western Wall. Sun protection, sunglasses and a hat can be very useful during your stay.

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