8 Days Heritage of the Holyland Tour

Highlights
Itinerary

HERITAGE OF THE HOLYLAND TOUR
8 DAYS / 7 NIGHTS

TOUR INCLUDES:

1 night in Tel Aviv.
2 nights in Tiberias.
4 nights in Jerusalem.
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.
Entrance fees to scheduled attractions included in the tour program.
Daily breakfast at hotels.

HERITAGE OF THE HOLYLAND TOUR
8 DAYS / 7 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.

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. Explore its fascinating archaeological remains. 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.

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, visiting 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.

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.

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 and relaxing with its famous mineral mud.

DAY 6. JERUSALEM – YAD VASHEM – EIN KAREM – BETHLEHEM
Visit Yad Vashem, Israel’s official memorial dedicated to preserving the memory of the Jewish victims of the Holocaust. Continue to Ein Karem, a picturesque village traditionally recognized as the birthplace of John the Baptist. Proceed to Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus. Visit the Church of the Nativity and explore Manger Square, one of Christianity’s most important pilgrimage destinations. 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.

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.

DAY 8. JERUSALEM – BEN GURION AIRPORT – DEPARTURE
After breakfast, transfer to Ben Gurion International Airport for your departure flight. Take home unforgettable memories of your journey through the Holy Land. END OF TOUR.