12 Days Heritage of the Holyland & Jordan

Highlights
Itinerary

HERITAGE OF THE HOLYLAND & JORDAN
12 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS

TOUR INCLUDED:

2 nights in Tel Aviv, Israel.
2 nights in Tiberias, Israel.
4 nights in Jerusalem, Israel.
2 nights in Amman, Jordan.
1 night in Petra, Jordan.
Arrival and departure airport transfers at Ben Gurion International Airport.
Transportation by air-conditioned tourist coach throughout the tour.
Professional English-speaking tour guide.
Sightseeing tours and visits as outlined in the itinerary.
Cable car ride to and from Masada.
Wadi Rum desert excursion in open Bedouin trucks.
Entrance fees to scheduled attractions included in the tour program.
Daily breakfast at hotels.

HERITAGE OF THE HOLYLAND & JORDAN
12 DAYS / 11 NIGHTS

DAY 1. ARRIVAL IN TEL AVIV – BEN GURION AIRPORT
Upon arrival at Ben Gurion International Airport in Tel Aviv, you will be welcomed by our local representative and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure. Overnight: Tel Aviv.

DAY 2. TEL AVIV – JAFFA – CAESAREA – MEGIDDO – TIBERIAS
Begin the day with a visit to the historic port city of Jaffa (Joppa). Enjoy a walking tour through the picturesque alleys of the Old City, passing the traditional House of Simon the Tanner and admiring beautiful panoramic views from the hilltop. Continue north along the Mediterranean coastal road, known as Via Maris, to Caesarea, the ancient Roman port city built by Herod the Great in honor of Augustus Caesar. Proceed to Megiddo, an ancient city associated with the biblical prophecy of Armageddon and recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue east toward the Sea of Galilee and arrive in Tiberias, one of Judaism’s four holy cities. Overnight: Tiberias.

DAY 3. SEA OF GALILEE – CAPERNAUM – TABGHA – MOUNT OF BEATITUDES – GOLAN HEIGHTS
Begin at Yardenit, a baptismal site along the Jordan River. Continue along the northern shores of the Sea of Galilee to Capernaum, known as the Town of Jesus and an important center of His ministry. Explore the remains of the ancient synagogue. Proceed to Tabgha, traditionally recognized as the site of the Miracle of the Multiplication of the Loaves and Fish. Visit the Church of Multiplication and the Church of the Primacy of Saint Peter. Continue to the Mount of Beatitudes, traditionally recognized as the place where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount. Ascend to the Golan Heights for spectacular panoramic views of Mount Hermon and the surrounding plateau. Visit Banias (Caesarea Philippi), one of the sources of the Jordan River and an important biblical site associated with Jesus and His disciples. Overnight: Tiberias.

DAY 4. SEA OF GALILEE – NAZARETH – CANA – BEIT ALPHA – JORDAN VALLEY – JERUSALEM
Enjoy an optional boat ride across the Sea of Galilee, experiencing the peaceful scenery and historic surroundings of this sacred lake. Subject to weather conditions, availability, and additional charge. Continue through the Galilee to Nazareth, the hometown of Jesus. Visit the magnificent Church of the Annunciation, traditionally recognized as the site where the Angel Gabriel appeared to the Virgin Mary. Also visit Mary’s Well and Saint Joseph’s Church. Proceed to Cana and visit the Wedding Church, traditionally recognized as the site where Jesus performed His first miracle by turning water into wine. Continue to Beit Alpha to discover its ancient synagogue and remarkable Byzantine mosaic floor. Travel through the scenic Jordan Valley, passing Jericho, before ascending through the Judean Mountains toward Jerusalem. Overnight: Jerusalem.

DAY 5. MASADA – QUMRAN – DEAD SEA
Travel through the spectacular scenery of the Dead Sea region toward Masada, a UNESCO World Heritage Site situated on an isolated cliff in the Judean Desert. Ascend by cable car to explore the ancient fortress, the last stronghold of Jewish resistance against the Romans. Discover the archaeological excavations, King Herod’s palace, ancient synagogue, bathhouse, and other historic remains while enjoying breathtaking views of the Roman camps and the Dead Sea. Continue to Qumran, the archaeological site where the famous Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. Conclude the day at the Dead Sea, approximately 400 meters below sea level. Enjoy the unique experience of floating in its mineral-rich waters. Overnight: Jerusalem.

DAY 6. JERUSALEM – YAD VASHEM – ISRAEL MUSEUM – EIN KAREM – BETHLEHEM
Visit Yad Vashem, Israel’s official memorial dedicated to preserving the memory of the Jewish victims of the Holocaust. Continue to the Israel Museum and visit the Shrine of the Book, home to the famous Dead Sea Scrolls. Discover the impressive model of Jerusalem as it appeared during the Second Temple period. Proceed to Ein Karem, a picturesque village traditionally recognized as the birthplace of John the Baptist. Continue to Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus. Visit the Church of the Nativity and explore Manger Square, one of Christianity’s most important pilgrimage destinations. Overnight: Jerusalem.

DAY 7. JERUSALEM – MOUNT OF OLIVES – GARDEN OF GETHSEMANE – OLD CITY
Begin the day at the Mount of Olives, enjoying breathtaking panoramic views of Jerusalem, a city sacred to Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Visit the Garden of Gethsemane, traditionally associated with Jesus’ final prayers and betrayal. Continue to Mount Zion to visit the traditional Tomb of King David and the Room of the Last Supper. Enter the historic Old City and visit the Western Wall and the Temple Mount, traditionally associated with the site of the Second Jewish Temple. Walk along the Via Dolorosa, following the traditional route of Jesus’ final journey to Calvary. Visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, traditionally recognized as the site of Jesus’ crucifixion, burial, and resurrection. Overnight: Jerusalem.

DAY 8. JERUSALEM – SHEIKH HUSSEIN BRIDGE – JERASH – AMMAN
Depart Jerusalem and travel to the Sheikh Hussein border crossing. Complete the necessary procedures to enter Jordan. Continue to Jerash, one of the best-preserved ancient Roman cities in the Middle East and a former city of the Decapolis. Explore its magnificent colonnaded streets, ancient baths, hilltop temples, and historic monuments. Proceed to Amman, the capital of Jordan, for a panoramic city tour featuring ancient Roman ruins, modern landmarks, and the vibrant atmosphere of the city. Overnight: Amman, Jordan.

DAY 9. AMMAN – MOUNT NEBO – PETRA
Depart Amman and travel to Mount Nebo, the biblical site where Moses is traditionally believed to have viewed the Promised Land. Enjoy magnificent panoramic views of the Jordan Valley, Jericho, and the Dead Sea. Continue south along the Desert Highway toward Wadi Musa, the modern village of Petra. Explore Petra, the legendary red-rock city and ancient capital of the Nabateans, dating from the 3rd century B.C. to the 2nd century A.D. Walk or enjoy an optional horseback ride toward the famous Siq, a narrow canyon leading into the ancient city. Discover Petra’s remarkable carved monuments, including the Treasury (Al Khazneh), royal tombs, obelisks, and the High Place of Sacrifice, offering spectacular views of the ancient city. Overnight: Petra, Jordan.

DAY 10. PETRA – WADI RUM – MADABA – AMMAN
After breakfast, depart for Wadi Rum, a spectacular desert landscape famous for its towering mountains and dramatic rock formations, made famous by Lawrence of Arabia. Enjoy an exciting open Bedouin truck excursion through the desert, visiting Lawrence’s Spring and the fascinating Khazali Canyon. Continue north to Madaba, famous for its ancient Byzantine mosaic map of the Holy Land and Jerusalem. Visit the remains of the Byzantine church and admire its remarkable ancient mosaic floor. Proceed to Amman. Overnight: Amman, Jordan.

DAY 11. AMMAN – SHEIKH HUSSEIN BORDER – TEL AVIV
After breakfast, depart the hotel and travel toward the Sheikh Hussein border crossing. Complete the necessary border procedures to exit Jordan and cross back into Israel. Continue your journey to Tel Aviv.

DAY 12. TEL AVIV – BEN GURION AIRPORT – DEPARTURE
After breakfast, transfer to Ben Gurion International Airport for your departure flight. Take home unforgettable memories of your journey through Israel and Jordan. END OF TOUR.