Holy Land Tour of Israel

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£899 per person HOLY LAND TOUR OF ISRAEL

Tel Aviv, Sea of Galilee & Jerusalem

Includes flights, transfers, tours, guide, half board & extras

Israel

Israel is a modern and vibrant nation rooted in history and theology. Rich in culture, cuisine and experiences to indulge in, Israel offers delights for all ages. Whether you’re into relaxing on great beaches, exploring ancient ruins, floating in the Dead Sea, or just want to enjoy amazing food among friendly locals, Israel is the place to be. From the Metropolitan bases of Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, you will be transported to some of the most fascinating Biblical and historical sites across the country. Starting off in Tel Aviv,

you can experience a modern city, where the beach and stylish bars and boutiques are never too far away, while museums and day trips will enlighten you on the history and culture that surrounds and abounds in the city. Visits to places like Bethlehem, Nazareth and the River of Jordan will explore the early years of Jesus’ life, and with a base in a kibbutz located on the shores of the Sea of Galilee, you can really immerse yourself in the local culture and history. You can deepen your exploration of

the country through including a visit to the Dead Sea and the ancient fortress of Masada. And then there’s the Israeli capital of Jerusalem. Here, you can discover a vibrant city with lots of ancient sites.

Experience the lively souks, visit the Wailing Wall, and walk in the footsteps of Jesus on the Via Dolorosa. Pack lightly, because you’ll be bringing a tonne of amazing holiday memories home with you.

What’s INCLUDED • Return flights • Hand luggage • Transfers throught • Stay 2 nights at the Leonardo Beach Hotel in Tel Aviv, in a Standard Room • Stay 2 nights at the Kibbutz Ginnos Village by Sea of Galilee, in a Standard Room • Stay 3 nights at the Caesar Premier Jerusalem in Jerusalem, in a Standard Room • Half board (daily breakfast and dinner) • English speaking guide and tours throughout • Entrance fees to sites (excluding optional tours)

ITINERARY DAY 1 Meet your tour representative and transfer to your hotel in Tel Aviv, for dinner.

DAY 2 Free day / optional tour of Tel Aviv & Jaffa.

DAY 3 Drive to Caesarea after breakfast and checkout.

Tour of Haifa, Bahai Shine, Persian Gardens.

Continue to Acre. End at Galilee for dinner.

DAY 4 Drive to Golan Heights. via Banias, the shores of the Sea of Galilee, Capernaum, Tabgha and Mount of Beatitudes. Return to hotel for dinner.

DAY 5 Drive to Cana of Galilee, continue to Nazareth, visiting the Church of the Annunciation and Mary's Well. Drive through the Jordan Valley, continue to Bethlehem and Jerusalem, for dinner.

DAY 6 Visit Mount of Olives, Garden of Gethsemane and Church of the Agony. Enter the walled Old City, explore the Jewish Quarter, Roman Cardo, Wailing Wall and the Temple area. See the Dome of the Rock, Via Dolorosa and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Drive to Mount Zion, visiting Room of the Last Supper. Time permitting, visit the Garden Tomb before dinner.

DAY 7 Free day/ optional tour to Masada and the Dead Sea. DAY 8 Transfer to the airport for your flight home.

DAY 1

Airport – Tel Aviv After arriving at Ben Gurion Airport you’ll be greeted by your tour representative, who will take you to your hotel in Tel Aviv, where a delicious dinner awaits.

DAY 2

Tel Aviv Waking up in your room after a cosy night’s sleep in the Leonardo Beach hotel, you can either choose to take the day off to explore Tel Aviv on your own, or sign up for an optional tour of the city and the old district of Jaffa. Tel Aviv has been named a UNESCO Cultural Heritage Site because of its many modernist houses, and the tour will take you on a drive through the main streets of the place, making plenty of stops along the way.

Visit the Diaspora Museum and the Rabin Square, before continuing to Old Jaffa. One of the oldest ports in the world, this ancient city is named several times in the Bible. The last stop on the tour, before returning to the hotel, is the more modern area of Neve Tzedek. The first neighbourhood to be established in Tel Aviv, it has been named the home of local culture for the last 150 years. Experience music, art and lots of crafts among the lively streets here.

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DAY 3

Caesarea, Mount Carmel, Haifa, Acre, Sea of Galilee Today you depart from Tel Aviv and head north for the ancient city of Caesarea (but don’t worry, you’ll have time to take breakfast first). It was here that Cornelius the Centurion and his family were baptised, and it was also here that St Paul came before King Agrippa to defend himself before travelling to Rome. The tour continues to Mount Carmel, where you can learn about how Elijah fought the Prophets of Baal, before heading to Haifa where you can indulge in a bit of sightseeing and sun-lounging on the beach.

The last stop of the day is at the old fortress city of Acre. An important base for many different empires through time, it was also a safe harbour for the many European crusaders that came to the Holy Land in the Middle Ages. Finally, we head inland to Galilee, where we’ll check in at the Kibbutz Ginosar Village.

DAY 4

Golan Heights, Tabgha You will be exploring the area around the kibbutz on this fine Sunday. First you will drive to the Golan Heights, where a stop at the ruins of a former Syrian fortress and the Druze villages is included, before heading to the Sea of Galilee. Here, biblical references abound, as the shores of this large inland lake is where Jesus performed most of his miracles. Among other places on the tour we will be stopping at Tabgha, where Jesus fed five thousand people with fish and bread, and the Mount of Beatitudes, the site on which he gave his Sermon on the Mount. In the evening you’ll return to the kibbutz for dinner and a rest in the shade.

DAY 5

Cana of Galilee, Nazareth, Bethlehem, Jerusalem Today you will continue your exploration of Israel’s holy sites. Start at Cana of Galilee, where the first Christian miracle is said to have happened, before continuing to Jesus’ home town of Nazareth. Pay a visit the Church of Annunciation and Mary’s Well before heading on to the next site. You’ll drive through the Jordan Valley in order to get to the river where St John was baptised, and then you’re off to Bethlehem. Exploring the early years of Jesus’ life, naturally leads to a stop off for a visit to Manger Square and the Church of Nativity.

When the sun starts to set on the horizon, you’ll set off for Jerusalem, where the Caesar Village welcomes you with a delicious dinner.

DAY 6

Jerusalem Jerusalem was for centuries considered the centre of the known universe, and today it is a cosmopolitan hub full of culture and history ripe for exploring. You’ll be taking in the main sights of the city on a tour that takes you past the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of the Agony, before entering the walled Old City. Come face-to-face with the impressive Wailing Wall and the Dome of the Rock, explore some of the colourful souks, and walk along the Via Dolorosa, believed to be the path that Jesus walked to his crucifixion. Next, we drive to Mount Zion where we pay a visit to the Room of the Last Supper and, if we have time, the Garden Tomb. After this, we return to Jerusalem again for dinner at the hotel.

DAY 7

Tel Aviv Today is either a day you can take at leisure to explore more of Jerusalem, or one where you can opt for a tour of Masada and the Dead Sea. Driving along the coast of the Dead Sea, you’ll arrive at Masada. The ruins of the old fortress sit on top of an almost 400 metre tall rock, and as you travel to the top via cable car, you can learn all about the history of this place, which was built by King Herod and it was also the scene where a group of Jewish warriors valiantly fought against the might of the Roman Empire. While in the area, you can also take advantage of the unique opportunity to swim (or rather float) in the Dead Sea. Concluding a day of adventures, you drive back to the hotel in Jerusalem, where the final dinner of the tour is served.

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DAY 8

Jerusalem, transfer to the airport All good things have to come to an end, unfortunately. As you depart the hotel after breakfast via the transfer to the airport, we’re sure that you’ve collected a score of unforgettable holiday memories.

Accommodation Leonardo Beach, Tel Aviv Located in the heart of the city, immediately next to the Marina and the long stretch of golden beachline, the Leonardo Beach offers a modern and elegant base, from which the first part of the tour will be centred around. With just two minutes to the sea and featuring a large outdoor swimming pool, you’ll have plenty of opportunities for a refreshing swim after a day full of exploring.

Each night you can delight in some of the great Mediterranean and Israeli dishes that are served up in the hotel’s restaurant, and if, after exploring the ancient past of the nation, you’re in the mood for something a bit more modern, then head for a stroll along the nearby trendy Tel Aviv Port or seek out the adjacent Dizengoff Street, where cool boutiques, great restaurants and stylish bars abound.

Kibbutz Ginosar Village Perched on the legendary Sea of Galilee, the Ginosar Village lets you experience the interior of Israel in the friendly holiday atmosphere of a traditional kibbutz. Offering spacious and air-conditioned rooms, a private beach, a large outdoor pool surrounded by lush green vegetation, and a great restaurant, there’s plenty of options available when deciding how to spend your time between exploring the ancient sites that are located within a short distance of the hotel. The kibbutz has its own grocery store, which stocks its own fresh produce, a synagogue and even its own reflexologist, as well as numerous seasonal activities, ensuring you a fantastic stay in welcoming surroundings.

Caesar Village Jerusalem Enjoy the last part of your tour of Israel in a modern hotel that embodies the metropolitan buzz of the great city of Jerusalem. The Caesar Village is located just a short drive from the Old Town, where some of the most famous sights are to be found. From the rooftop sun-deck and swimming pool you can gaze across the city’s stunning skyline, while going for a refreshing swim or enjoying a chilled drink. As the evening sun descends behind the buildings and hills on the horizon, you can retreat to the hotel’s restaurant, where great local food is served. Complement your dinner with a glass of delicious wine while you reflect on your adventures on this tour, and then retire to your spacious room, where modern and comfy amenities await.

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