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June 23 – Depart USA
June 24 – Arrival
Arrive at Ben Gurion International Airport, where you will be met by your tour guide and transferred to the hotel in Tel Aviv. June 25 – Sunday | Maresha This morning we will drive to the Maresha archeological site and experience a “Dig for a Day” program. We will look for ancient treasures and learn how to be an archeologist. In the afternoon we will visit Tel Aviv’s White City, the largest concentration in the world of International Style “Bauhaus” architecture. We also will experience the vibe of Israel’s “never sleeping” city. Overnight in Tel Aviv
June 26 – Monday | Haifa
Our first stop is Old Jaffa, Tel Aviv’s ancient sister. This is the oldest port in the world, and it was here that the prophet Jonah boarded a ship to Tarshish and later was swallowed by the whale. Today we can stroll along the narrow streets full of art galleries and artist workshops. On to Caesarea, the one time Roman capital of the country. Here we see the impressive ruins including the theater, hippodrome, port and aqueduct. Continue to Haifa, where we enjoy the view from Mount Carmel and see the golden domed Bahai Shrine. Overnight in Haifa
June 27 – Tuesday | Nazareth
In the morning we visit ancient Acre. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the city is a maze of narrow alleys and interesting underground Crusader fortresses. On to Safed, the city of Jewish mysticism and a historical place for the Jewish faith. We visit the old synagogue and stroll the narrow streets. Our next stop is Nazareth, the childhood home of Jesus. Here we visit the Basilica of The Annunciation and Mary’s Well. We have time to stroll along the busy streets of the local market. Overnight in Nazareth
June 28 – Wednesday | Sea of Galilee
Early this morning we will embark on a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. The beautiful landscape and the calm water is truly inspiring. On to Capernaum, the city of Jesus where he lived and preached. Continue to Tabgha, site of the miracle of the multiplication of Loaves of Bread and Fish and then to Mt. of Beatitudes, site of the Sermon on The Mountain. In the afternoon we drive to the Golan Heights and visit Old Katzrin, a recreation of a first century CE village. Overnight in Nazareth
June 29 – Thursday | Jordan River
Drive to the Jordan River and visit the baptismal site at Yardenit. Continue along the Jordan Valley to Jericho, the oldest city in the world, and then through the Judean Wilderness to Jerusalem. Upon arrival, we will drive to the Mount of Olives, where we enjoy the magnificent view over Jerusalem and say the traditional “prayer” of arriving to this holy city. Overnight in Jerusalem same hotel
June 30 – Friday | Old City of Jerusalem
Today is dedicated to visiting the old city of Jerusalem. We enter the city via the Zion Gate and walk through the Jewish Quarter. Visit the ruins of the ancient “Cardo” – the Roman street that once dissected the city. On to the Western Wall, the holiest site to the Jewish faith. Visit the “Davidson Historical Center” that enshrines the remains of Jerusalem from the time of the second temple. Walk along the Via Dolorosa – the way of the cross and the fourteen station where Jesus carried the cross. Arrive at the Church of The Holy Sepulchre, traditional burial site
July 1 – Saturday | The Dead Sea
Early this morning we will drive to the lowest place on Earth – The Dead Sea. WE first ascend Massada by cable car. This was a palace fortress that was built by King Herod and later used by the Jewish rebels as their last stand against the Roman legions. We explore the ruins, including the palaces, store rooms, bath house and synagogue. On to a Dead Sea beach, where we can experience the unique feeling of floating on the water. Our last stop today is Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Overnight in Jerusalem same hotel
July 2 – Sunday | Bethlehem
In the morning we will visit The Israel Museum and the Shrine of The Book where the Dead Sea Scrolls are displayed. On to Yad Vashem, the official memorial and museum to the Holocaust. In the afternoon we visit Bethlehem. We see the Church of The Nativity and Shepherd’s Fields. Overnight in Jerusalem same hotel
July 3 – Monday Transfer Home to USA or Optional Jordan add on
TRIP INCLUDES:
- 9 nights in hotels according the program
- Meet & Assist upon arrival in the airport.
- Buffet breakfast (daily) Buffet dinner (daily)
- Meals as mentioned in the program
- Deluxe motor coaches
- Israeli qualified local tourist guide – English speaker.
- Entrance fees to all locations indicated above in the program
- 1 bottle of water p.p.p.d
- Tips to the Driver and local guide
EXCLUDES:
- Self-insurance
- Beverages
- Other things that not mentioned in the program v lunches
- Flights
