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6

Jul

Providing Travel And Tour Experiences Of A Lifetime At Great Prices

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Vacations are needed by everyone as they are characterized with getting a positive change in the complex lives and busy schedules of the individuals who hardly get time to please themselves with travel and leisure. Most of the people refrain because of the high cost associated with the private tour operators. But now to the delight of travel lovers they can enjoy tours at great drop down prices offered by online tour operators.
There could be no other better option but to head to Israel which is famous as the holy land of Christians. Few countries possess the valuable hidden gems into a very small place as Israel. From the rich cultural experience of the Dead Sea to the excitement and energy of the Tel Aviv, relaxation and sun of Eilat to secretive mystery of Jerusalem, Israel is the perfect destination all the year round.
Israel all over the world is known as the land of milk and honey and also the land of the bible. It is believed that core and ancient history of Jerusalem and the Christian religion can be traced to this golden city and the holy land which never stops. Some of the major tourist attractions of the country are the Sea of Galilee, Caesarea, Tiberias, Nazareth, Haifa clubbed with the stunning modern sites and countless historical sites of the region.
One of other popular tours is the classical tour of Egypt which takes one the deep entrusted roots of Christian religion. Today besides antiquity Egypt has lots more to offer. It is one of the prime location and preferred tourist destination as it houses some wonderful temples and pyramids. As it is a part of the Holy land it’s known for its religious monuments and typical Christian religion. An individual may choose to take a lazy ride in a luxury river boat in the longest river Nile, explore the high culture of Cairo or simply relax on the wondrous on Sinai red coast or Egypt red sea. Egypt also offers desert and nature treks, fishing, golf, birding expeditions and great scuba diving.
The tour operators offer various tours with varied combinations of adventure activities and religious site seeing. Individuals have the liberty to choose their preferred tour marked with varied features and just indulge in them.
Israeltourismculture.com is one such website which is in the travel industry for the last four decades. They have served and satisfied thousands of clients and customers who return to again and again for their specialized tours of Israel and Egypt. Currently they are offering lifetime low rates with a whopping discount of 45% straight away on the most popular tours.

6

Jul

Why friends and families prefer Holy Land Tours and Travel

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Today people have started preferring holy lands tours as their vacation destination. And moreover they are worthwhile also because it imparts individuals with an opportunity to go back to their roots and at the same time explore a new country as well.
Israel has today developed as a major tourist destination as it offers a plethora of religious and historical sites, beach resorts, eco tourism, heritage tourism and archeological sites. Jerusalem is the largest city and capital of Israel and attracts loads of foreign tourists. It is known as the holiest city in the country as it has number of historical and religious sites. There are four quarters of this old city, Christian quarter, Muslim quarter, Jewish quarter and Armenian quarter.
Nothing can underscore the variety Israel has in store to offer. Within few hours one can visit the Judean desert, the snowy peaks of Mount Hermon, Dead Sea which is the saltiest sea coupled with covered markets, high rise metropolis and ancient biblical cities. This is what together makes Israel a true destination for everybody. It is advisable that individuals plan their tour to this holy land with their families as it also boasts a number of other attractions which are enjoyed by the whole family like Mini Israel, Jerusalem Time elevator and many more.
On the other hand Egypt has also evolved as a great tourist place because Islam and tourism exists side by side allowing individuals and their family to make the most of their tour to this religious place. Tourism sector in Egypt has received wide support from the government and thus continues to remain as a strong pillar.
Egypt has always been known as cradle of civilizations and inspiration for centuries. Whether it’s a beach gateway, unfolding history, desert adventure or religious sites one is interested in, it is the destination that sparks burst of inspiration of mind and heart. Some of the major tourist attractions are the Great Sphinx and Pyramids at Giza, Valley of kings, Abu Salem temples, Cairo museum and Sinai Peninsula and are very popular among the tourists. The trip to Egypt is fully incomplete if visitors fail to squeeze in these places in their schedules.
Vacations are needed by everyone as they allow individuals to get a positive change for themselves and fresh their minds. But most of the time they refrain from it due to the high associated costs of travel and also due to lack of proper information. To the delight of tour lovers Israel tourism and consultants are offering lucrative customized tours to Israel, Egypt and Jordan. Opportunity should not be missed at all because they are offering flat 45% off coupled with customized classic tours.

12

Jan

Tel Aviv City, the Israeli city that never stops!

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Tel Aviv City, the city that never stops!

Tel Aviv offers a plethora of activities in the night: restaurants, music, bars culture, with yearly festivals and specially summer when it’s hot, with some people coming from all over the world to enjoy what Tel Aviv offers, it is no wonder it is called “the city that never stops.” It is true the city does not stop! At any hour of the day or night one can find people eating, dining, drinking coffee, having a good time dancing the night away in a night club, or going for a nice stroll at the scenic Neve Tzedek, the hype Port.

Tips for going out in Tel Aviv:

When: People in the city generally go out between 8 PM and 4 AM. Restaurants are usually open until at least 12 AM. Local dinner menus begin around 11 PM and bars around 9 PM. Dance bars clubs are full by 1 AM thru the night, therefore during the weekend starting Thursday make sure to have reservations or arrive early.

Age: Bars, clubs and dance bars check for ID. The age restrictions changes according to the each place or party, so call or check in advance.

Tipping: Tip waiters and bartenders as you would normally do in US. The official tipping rate is slightly lower in Israel, 12% is the official tipping rate.

Main areas for going out:

Florentin: Florentin offers a wide selection of cafes, restaurants and bars all within walking distance to the center of the neighborhood on Florentin Street. The streets may not always be well kept, but if you are looking for a casual night out Florentine is the place for you. A very stylish neighborhood in the south of Tel Aviv which attracts the younger crowd.

The Port: The Port offers a great stroll along the wooden boardwalk and a great night hang out with it’s variety of bars and restaurants open late for those whom choose to enjoy the night out at a local club. The port is a great spot during the weekends, and during week days, many places offer parties specifically for tourist crowds.

Neve Tzedek: The first Hebrew neighborhood in Tel Aviv, is know the most stylish place to live. Neve Tzedek is a collection of historical, small & picturesque houses. Because of its laid-back nature, you can find small bars and cafes along the narrow streets.

Yad harutzim: As you go south and enter the southern part of Tel Aviv. Venues become louder and larger! Yad Harutzim offers the cities biggest bars and night clubs, where the action starts around 12 AM and go late in to the night. You will also find great dinning, and restaurants for your palet.

Lilinblum & Nachlat Binyamin (Rothchild Quaters): A perfect location for bar hopping! Lilinblum & Nachlat, are the oldest nightlife area in Tel Aviv – where you will find yourself in front of another bar every step you take. This area offers you and friends the drinking “institutes” that have always been there for decades, and don’t seam to miss a beat and never go out of style.

Dizengoff & Ben Yehuda: Two popular streets in Tel Aviv, just a few more bars for you to visit. Bars are small and comfortable for locals, which you can guarantee they will be packed by 11 PM.

The beach: Hot! You can cool off during the summer, the beach takes a center spot in Tel Aviv life. Locals and tourist flock the sand to enjoy the sun and water during the day, and the beachfront bards and clubs during the night, starting at the port all the way to Jaffa.

Don’t wait for Israel and Tel Aviv! Explore and choose your fun… Go out! 

11

Sep

Israel Tours in Spanish

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Bienvenidos! Israel Tourism Consultant invites you on our popular Tierra Santa Spanish Holy Land tour. This special 10 day tour is fully escorted in Spanish, designed specifically in mind for your Spanish speaking families, friends, and Church members. Our Tierra Santa tours can be extended and tailor-made for Spanish speaking groups. – Israel Tourism Consultant cordialmente los invita a nuestros circuitos populares de La Tierra Santa, diseñadas específicamente para sus familias, amigos y miembros de Iglesia de habla hispana.

Tierra Santa Spanish Tour I

Día 1 – MARTES
Salida de tu ciudad en Norte America a Israel.

Día 2 – MIERCOLES
Jerusalén
Bienvenidos a Israel! A su llegada en el Aeropuerto Internacional Ben Gurion. Asistencia y bienvenida de nuestro representante de aeropuerto y traslado a su hotel para cena y alojamiento en Jerusalén.

Día 3 – JUEVES
Dia Libre

Excursion opcional a Massada y Mar Muerto (Por 123 USD por persona Clase Turista 10 usd mas por Clase Primera).

Cena y alojamiento en Jerusalen.

Día 4 – VIERNES
Monte de los Olivos/Ciudad Moderna
Salida via Monte Scopus hacia el Monte de los Olivos para apreciar una magnifica vista panoramica de la ciudad. Visita al Huerto de Getsemani y a la Basilica de la Agonia. Continuacion hacia la parte moderna de la ciudad para visitar el Santuario del Libro en el Museo de Israel donde se encuentran los Manuscritos del Mar Muerto y la Maqueta de Jerusalen Herodiana. Visitas a Yad Vashem, museo recordatorio del Holocausto y al barrio de Ein Karem, donde se encuentran las Iglesias de San Juan Bautista y de la Visitacion.
Cena y alojamiento en Jerusalen.

Día 5 – SABADO
Jerusalem: Ciudad Antigua/Belen
Salida hacia la ciudad antigua de Jerusalen para conocer el Muro de los Lamentos, la Explanada del Templo*, la Via Dolorosa y la Iglesia del Santo Sepulcro. Continuacion hacia el Monte Sion donde se encuentran la Tumba del Rey David, el Cenaculo y la Abadia de la Dormicion. Por la tarde visita a la Basilica y Gruta de la Natividad y al Campo de los Pastores en Belen*.
Cena y alojamiento en Jerusalen.

Día 6 – DOMINGO
Rio Jordan/Monte Tabor
Salida de Jerusalen hacia la Galilea. Visita a Yardenit, lugar tradicional de bautismo sobre el Rio Jordan. Continuacion hacia el Monte Tabor para visitar la Basilica de la Transfiguracion.
Cena y alojamiento en Hotel Kibutz en Galilea.

Día 7 – LUNES
Nazaret/Region del Mar de Galilea
Salida hacia el Monte de las Bienaventuranzas, lugar del Sermon de la Montaña. A la orilla del lago, visitas a Tabgha, lugar de la Multiplicacion de los Panes y Peces y a Cafarnaum. Por la tarde, pasando por la aldea de Cana de Galilea, llegada a Nazaret para visitar la Iglesia de la Anunciacion y el Taller de San Jose.
Cena y alojamiento en Hotel Kibutz en Galilea.

Día 8 – MARTES
San Juan de Acre/Haifa/Cesarea/Tel Aviv /Jaffa
Salida hacia la Costa del Mar Mediterraneo. Visita a la ciudad medieval de San Juan de Acre. Continuacion hacia Haifa para visitar el Monasterio Carmelita de Stella Maris y desde el Monte Carmelo tener una vista panoramica de la bahia de Haifa y de los Jardines Persas del Templo Bahai. Viaje hacia Cesarea para visitar el Teatro Romano y la Fortaleza de los Cruzados. Breve visita a la ciudad de Tel Aviv-Jaffa.
Cena y alojamiento en Tel Aviv.

Día 9 – MIERCOLES
Traslado al Aeropuerto Ben Gurion para la partida.

*Visitas sujetas a condiciones de seguridad.

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27

Aug

Petra Tour

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Enter the Rose City of Petra through the Siq

Petra is an extraordinary archaeological site in Jordan famously described as “a rose-red city half as old as time” in a Newdigate prize-winning sonnet by John William Burgon. It lies on the slopes of Mount Hor among mountains, carved out of red rock and it is one of the new wonders of the world. The city was built by the Nabateans as their capital around 100 BCE. In 1985, Petra was designated a World Heritage Site. In this full day Petra tour you will see the inspiring Treasury building, a spectacular amphitheatre, Moses Spring, and a short city tour of Aqaba.

Petra Tour

see tour itinerary:

Pick Up From your hotel in Eilat at 7:30 A.M.

Return Approximately 6:30 P.M.

Tour Description and Itinerary
Leave Eilat in the morning, cross the Arava border and drive to Petra through the scenic Jordanian desert, past the Wadi Rum area, where Lawrence of Arabia once lived and fought with the Bedouin. Enter the Rose City of Petra through the Siq, a narrow passage through the mountains which has inspired awe for centuries – up to the treasury which suddenly appears at the end of the gorge, leaving the visitors breath-taken by it’s size, colour and beauty. Continue into the heart of this ancient city carved into the mountains, passing hundreds of tombs and monuments and a spectacular Amphitheatre which once held 3,000 spectators. After our visit to Petra, a stop for a sit-down lunch, followed by a visit to Moses Spring before leaving Wadi Moussa (the new town of Petra). We drive to Aqaba for a short city tour, return to the Arava border and back to Eilat.

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14

Jul

Where It All Began Tour of Egypt, Jordan and Israel

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Escape to “Where It All Began” our NEW Middle East Tour of Egypt, Jordan and Israel. You will experience the best of the land of the bible on a tour offering special rates. This 14 Days and 12 Night Tour focuses on Christian and Biblical Sites, and is the perfect tour for Churches and Christian travel. See full Tour details here: Where It All Began Tour

see tour itinerary:

Day 1 – MONDAY
Departure from North America gateway to Cairo, Egypt.

Day 2 – TUESDAY
Egypt
Welcome to Egypt! Upon arrival into Cairo International Airport, you are met and assisted by our airport representative, assisted through passport and custom formalities, and transferred to your hotel Pyramind Parks Hotel in Cairo for evening at leisure and overnight.

Day 3 – WEDNESDAY
Egyptian Museum / Pyramids, Sphinx & Solar Boat
Buffet breakfast, start the tour to visit one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Pyramids of Giza ” CHEOPS, MEKERINUS & CHEPHREN Your tour ends with a visit of the majestic Sphinx, which is the largest single block sculpture located at the foot of the grandest Pyramid Chephren. Followed by visit the Solar Boat Museum, whose main attraction is an ancient Egyptian cedar wood boat dating back 4,500 years. Continue to visit the famous Egyptian Museum, here we shall provide you with a brief, but colorful insight into the five thousand year history of our fascination land. Return to the hotel, buffet dinner at the hotel and overnight Cairo.

Day 4 – THURSDAY
Old Cairo / Coptic Cairo / Khan El Khalili Bazaar and St. Catherine
Buffet breakfast, check-out and start the tour to visit Old Cairo, visit the City’s cultural landmarks that span three millennium of Egyptian history. We begin with Coptic Cairo, where you will visit the Hanging Church, dating to the late 4th and early 5th century. This basilica was named “Al-Mu’allaqah” because it was built atop the south gate of the Fortress of Babylon. Continue to the Church of St. Sergius, a 5th century Coptic Church. This basilica is built on the cave in which the Holy Family stayed and is regarded by visitors as a source of blessing. As we stroll along, we will come to the recently restored Synagogue of Ben Ezra – the oldest Jewish synagogue in Egypt built in 882 AC. Next, we will explore the spices and silks in the medieval bazaar of Khan el-Khalili, one of the biggest bazaars in the Middle East and North Africa’s most famous bazaar.
Lunch will be served during the tour at local restaurant and after lunch, departure by private air-conditioned mini coach or bus to St. Catherine via the tunnel underneath the Suez Cannel to the west branch of the Red Sea, following what is thought to be the route of the Biblical Exodus (Genesis16-18). Our drive through the Sinai Peninsula and the biblical Land of Goshen to the Mount Sinai area (233 miles) takes about 6 hours. Arrive at St. Catherine and directly transfer to Wady El Raha hotel, check-in, buffet dinner at the hotel and overnight St. Catherine.

Day 5 – FRIDAY
From Mt. Sinai to the Red Sea
Early morning, climb-up Mt. Sinai. Enjoy a time of praise and incredible views of the Sinai wilderness, where in the book of Genesis God revealed him self to Moses and where he received the Ten Commandments.
After your departure down the mountain and a late breakfast and check-out.
Transfer to visit St. Catherine Monastery ( FROM OUTSIDE ) located at the foot of Mt. Sinai the oldest working Christian Monastery. St. Catherine Monastery was built in 557 A.C by the Roman Emperor Justinian, and where it’s believed God appeared to Moses in the Form of a burning bush. Departure by private mini coach to Tab and departure through Taba border. Take a short sightseeing tour of Eilat, Israel. Continue to Arava boarder crossing to Petra Jordan for dinner and overnight.

Day 6 – SATURDAY
Petra / Amman
Exploring the Nabatean Treasure City of Petra. A short drive from our hotel lays the entrance to one of the world’s greatest archaeological sites – the 2,000-year old city of Petra, known as the red rock city. It was the ancient capital of the Nabateans from the 3rd century BC to the 2nd century AC. Carved by the Nabataeans out of solid rock, Petra was forgotten for hundreds of years until it was rediscovered in 1812. At the entrance to Petra travelers are offered the option to ride a horse for 800m – from the visitors centre to the entrance of the dramatic “Siq” ( canyon). From the entrance to the Siq there is a 1,250 meter walk to the 1st monument “The treasury”. Throughout most of the day we will explore Petra’s incredible structures: the treasury, the field of tombs, the obelisks and the altar, and much more. In the late afternoon we will drive north to Amman – Jordan’s capital and largest city. Check in and dinner at our hotel.

Day 7 – SUNDAY
Crossing to Israel – Into the Promised Land
Madaba/ Mt. Nebo / Cross to Israel / Jericho / Tel Aviv
After breakfast we head to the biblical town of Madaba. Madaba is best known for its Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics and for its Greek Orthodox Church of St. George. Here we will view the earliest original map of the Holy Land. We continue to the biblical Mt. Nebo from which Moses viewed the Promise Land. Mt. Nebo, believed to be the site of the tomb of Moses, commands a spectacular view across the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea. We will drive by Bethany beyond the Jordan, where John the Baptist is purported to have baptized Jesus and cross to Israel via the Allenby Bridge. As we enter into Israel we remember Joshua as he led the children of Israel on this exact path – into the Promised Land. We will drive by Jericho and to the Mediterranean Sea and finally arrive in Tel Aviv – Israel’s largest and most modern city. Check in at our hotel and dinner. After dinner we will meet in the hotel conference room for orientation. Free time to rest, relax and enjoy your first evening in Israel. Our Tel Aviv hotel is conveniently located near the shore of the Mediterranean Sea and close to the city center and attractions. Overnight in Tel Aviv.

Day 8 – MONDAY
Caesarea / Megiddo / Haifa / Acre
Depart Tel Aviv and drive along the coastal plain to Caesarea, capital of Judea under the Romans. Visit the excavations of the ancient city, Roman theatre and aqueduct. Continue to Megiddo, identified as the site of Armageddon; visit the archaeological excavations including the well-preserved water supply system. Drive to Haifa; view the Persian Gardens at the Bahai Shrine. From Haifa, drive to Acre to visit the ancient city and harbor. Continue to Kibbutz Lavi for overnight.

Day 9 – TUESDAY
Tiberias / Capernaum / Banias
After a short tour of Tiberias, take a boat ride to Capernaum. Visit the remains of the 2nd century synagogue. Proceed to Tabgha, the site of the “Miracle of Fish and Loaves” and visit the Church of Multiplication with its 4th century mosaic floor. Continue to Mount of Beatitudes, the place where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount. Drive to the Banias Springs and waterfalls and tour the Golan Heights. Return to Kibbutz Lavi for overnight.

Day 10 – WEDNESDAY
Nazareth / Beit Shean
Drive to Nazareth via Cana of Galilee. Visit the Church of Annunciation, St. Joseph’s workshop and Mary’s Well. Drive to Yardenit, the baptismal site on the Jordan River; continue to Beit Shean, a newly excavated city, and visit the Roman theatre. Drive along the Jordan River to Jerusalem. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 11 – THURSDAY
Jerusalem – Old City
Drive to Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city; visit the Church of All Nations, King David’s Tomb and the Room of the Last Supper on Mount Zion. Enter within the walls of the Old City and visit the Cardo, Temple Mount (entrance to the mosques not included), Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Oriental Bazaar and Garden Tomb. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 12 – FRIDAY
Jerusalem – New City and Bethlehem*
Drive to Ein Karem to visit the Church of Visitation; proceed to Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust; visit the Israel Museum, Shrine of the Book, where the Dead Sea Scrolls are housed and the miniature model of Jerusalem as it was during the Second Temple period. Proceed to Bethlehem * to visit the Church of Nativity. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 13 – SATURDAY
Dead Sea / Massada
Drive to Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Visit the ancient city of Qumran and drive along the shores of the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth to Massada, the last stronghold of the Jews after the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 A.D. Ascend Massada by cable car and visit the food storeroom, water irrigation system and Herod’s Palace. Return to Jerusalem. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 14 – SUNDAY
Transfer to Ben Gurion Airport for departure.

The above program can be extended and tailor-made for Groups.

23

Jun

Discover the Roots of Your Father with Jewish Heritage Experience

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This is our most popular Jewish sightseeing tour. Enjoy this 11 day tour of Israel excellent for family and friends whom want to connect to their Jewish heritage, and experience the land of “milk and honey” Israel. This tour offers countless Jewish sites. Time and time again this tour is chosen for Bar/Bat-Mitzvah optional ceremonies by families wanting to celebrate this great family day in Israel. See full Tour Details: Jewish Heritage Experience

see tour itinerary:

Day 1 – MONDAY
Departure from North America

Day 2 – SUNDAY
Tel Aviv
Welcome to Israel! Upon arrival into Ben Gurion International Airport, you are met and assisted by our airport representative and transferred to your hotel in Tel Aviv for overnight.

Day 3 – SATURDAY
At Leisure
At leisure Overnight Tel-Aviv.

Day 4 – SUNDAY
Caesarea / Haifa / Acre / Rosh Hanikra
Drive north to Caesarea, once the Roman capital of the region. See the excavations of the crusaders’ city, the aqueduct and amphitheatre which has been restored as a concert venue. Proceed to Haifa for a panoramic view from Mount Carmel and visit “AF AL PI CHEN”, the naval museum of the illegal immigration to Israel at the time of the British mandate. Drive to Acre; walk along the old harbour and local market; Continue to the northernmost point of Israel at Rosh Hanikra. Descend by cable into the limestone grottoes.
Overnight at a Kibbutz guesthouse.

Day 5 – MONDAY
Safed / Tel Facher / Banias / Tel Hai
Drive to Safed, center of the Kaballa movement; visit the Joseph Caro and the Ha’Ari synagogues, the most important synagogues in the city; stroll around the Artist’s quarter. Enjoy a Jeep tour at the foot of the Golan. Continue to the Golan Heights; stop at an observation point over the city of Kuneitra and the Syrian territory. Stop at Tel Facher, a former Syrian army camp; visit the Banias springs. Next, a visit to Tel-Hai; see the “Roaring Lion” monument and learn about the heroic battle of Josef Trumpeldor and his comrades in 1920.
Overnight at a Kibbutz guesthouse.

Day 6 – TUESDAY
Beit Shean / Beit Alpha / Gan Hashlosha / Jerusalem
Drive to Tiberias to visit Rambam’s grave; proceed to Beit Shean, also called “Scythopolis”, the biggest archeological park in Israel with beautiful excavations from the Roman and Byzantine periods. Stop at Beit Alpha to see the beautiful mosaic floor of a synagogue from the Byzantine period. Onto Gan Hashlosha, (Sachne) where you will have an opportunity to enjoy the water springs located at the foot of the Gilboa mountain, the famous mountain on which King Saul was killed in the battle against the Philistines. Continue via the Jordan valley to Jerusalem with a stop at Mount Scopus for a blessing as you enter the city.
Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 7 – WEDNESDAY
Jerusalem: Old City
Tour the old city of Jerusalem. Start with a visit of the Tomb of King David on Mount Zion. Walk along the Cardo, the ancient Roman road; visit the four Sephardic synagogues restored after the 1967 war in the Jewish quarter. Tour the Western Wall Tunnels; visit Davidson center and walk through the Roman Cardo to the local Arab bazaar. Walk through Jaffa gate to David’s Tower museum and see the ancient remains of the city beginning with the first Temple period.
Overnight in Jerusalem

Day 8 – THURSDAY
Jerusalem: New City
Depart the hotel and arrive to the Western Wall in the old city of Jerusalem.

*Optional: Celebrate the Bar/Bat-Mitzvah ceremonies at the kotel.

Continue to Mea Shearim and learn about the unique lifestyle of the ultra orthodox communities. Drive by the Knesset, Israel’s parliament and see the Menorah with the biblical emblems. Next visit the Israel Museum, the Shrine of the book where the Dead Sea scrolls are housed, and the new holy land model – a miniature replica of Jerusalem as it was during the second temple period. Drive to mount Hertzel, the military cemetery and Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust. Visit the ammunition hill, a former Jordanian army stronghold, conquered by the Israeli army in the Six Day War, and converted into a national memorial site and museum, Overnight Jerusalem.* Optional: For families who wish to celebrate a Bar/Bat Mitzvah ceremony at the Wall. This will be a perfect opportunity, while the rest of the group will tour Mea Shearim, arrangements will be made at the Wall with a Rabbi. At the end of the service, you will be transferred from the Western Wall area to meet the group at the entrance of the Israel Museum. For prices for this special option, see bellow.

Day 9 – FRIDAY
Qumran / Massada / Dead Sea
Drive through the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea. Stop at Qumran, the site where the Dead Sea scrolls were found. Continue to Massada, ascend by cable car and tour the ancient fortress; visit the remains of the walls, palaces, synagogue, the bathhouses etc. Descend by cable car. Next stop for lunch and Spa facilities in one of the leading hotels in the area.
Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 10 – SATURDAY
At Leisure
At leisure. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 11 – SUNDAY
Jerusalem / Ben Gurion Airport
Transfer to Ben-Gurion airport for departure.

The above program can be extended and tailor-made for groups.

See full Tour Details: Jewish Heritage Experience

2

Jun

A Golden Tour of Jerusalem

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The city chosen by God, the Golden city of Jerusalem

Experience Jerusalem to it’s fullest with our Jerusalem of Gold Tour. In our one day tour learn and get to know this historic city known as the Golden City, the city coveted by the 3 major religions in the world. A trip to Israel is not complete without seeing Jerusalem. It is the ultimate destination in the Middle East, specially if you are a first timer. This sacred city is the center for the world’s three major monotheistic religions, and was fought over for three millennia by many people and nations. Jerusalem known for the center of the world, is also the capitol of Israel. Experience Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city. Walk along the Via Dolorosa, visit the Holy Sepulchre, see the Knesset, the Memorial to the Holocaust and much more. See our Jerusalem of Gold Tour

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18

May

In the Footsteps of our Lord Jesus Israel Tour

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You’ll never be the same!

is what we keep hearing time and time again from our clients traveling to the Holy Land. Our most popular Christian Tour, In the Footsteps of Christ leads you through the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Walk where Jesus walked, from Nazareth the birth place of Jesus, to Galilee where he began his ministry and made many miracles, and to Jerusalem where he was crucified and rose again. See full tour details» In the Footsteps of Christ Tour

see the tour itinerary:

Day 1 – SATURDAY
Departure from North American Gateway

Day 2 – SUNDAY
Welcome to Israel! Upon arrival into Ben Gurion International Airport, you are met and assisted by our airport representative and brought to your guide. Proceed to your hotel in Tel Aviv for dinner and overnight.
Chrsit Footsteps Israel Tours

Day 3 – MONDAY
Caesarea / Megiddo / Haifa / Acre
Following a delicious Israeli buffet breakfast (which you will enjoy each morning prior to departing for your day of touring), depart Tel Aviv. Drive north along the coastal plain to Caesarea (Acts 9.30 Acts 10 24-48), capital of Judea under the Romans. Visit the excavations of this ancient city, the Roman theatre and aqueduct. Continue to Megiddo (1 Kings 4.28, 9, 15, 2 Kings 23, 29 & Revel. 16.16), identified as the site of Armageddon. Visit the archaeological excavations at Megiddo, including the well-preserved water supply system. Drive to the beautiful port city of Haifa, nestled on the Mediterranean Sea. Visit the world famous Persian Gardens at the Bahai Temple. From Haifa, drive to Acre (Micah 1.10), capital of the Crusaders for more than a century. Visit the ancient city and harbour before continuing eastwards across the plains of the Galilee to Kibbutz Hotel Lavi, not far from the Sea of Galilee, dinner and overnight. After dinner, an evening lecture by one of the Kibbutz members about life in a Kibbutz.

Day 4 – TUESDAY
Tiberias / Capernaum / Banias
After a short tour of the Kibbutz grounds we take a boat ride across the Sea of Galilee to Capernaum (Matt. 4.13 13.54, 17.24, Luke 7, Mark 1.2, John 4.46-54). Visit the remains of the 2nd century synagogue. Proceed to Tabgha (Matt. 13, Mark .33-45, & John 21), the site of the miracle of fish and loaves, and visit the Church of Multiplication with its 4th century mosaic floor. Continue to the Mount of the Beatitudes (Matt. 5, 6, 7, 8), where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount. Drive to the Banias Spring and Waterfall (Matt. 16.13 and Mark 8.27), where Jesus was recognized as The Messiah by His Disciples. Tour the Golan Heights, with its valleys, grazing land and snow capped mountains. Return to Kibbutz Lavi for dinner and overnight.

Day 5 – WEDNESDAY
Nazareth / Beit Shean
Begin the day with a drive to Nazareth (Luke 1.26, 4.16-29, Matthew 2.23) via Cana of Galilee (John 2.1-11). In Nazareth, we shall visit the Church of the Annunciation, St. Joseph’s Workshop and Mary’s well. Next on our program is the Jordan River Baptismal site. Continue to Beit Shean, one of the ancient Decapolis cities (Mark 5.20, 7.31), and visit the Roman theatre. This is the city where Saul and his son Jonathan were nailed to the walls (1st Samuel 31.10). Judges 1.27 also mentions Beit Shean. Continue south along the shores of the River of Jordan. Passing Jericho, we proceed westward and climb to the Golden City of Jerusalem. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 6 – THURSDAY
Jerusalem – Old City
Today we visit the Old City of Jerusalem. Our appreciation of this Golden City begins with a panoramic view from the Mount of Olives, overlooking the walls of the old city and the ancient Jewish cemetery. Enter the Old City to begin exploring the wonders of Jerusalem. Visit the Church of All Nations. Proceed to Mount Zion to see the tomb of King David and the nearby Room of the Last Supper (Mark 14.13, Luke 22. 10-38, Matt 26 17-29, Acts 1.13 and Acts 2 The Pentecost). Walk through the Cardo, the main street of Jerusalem 2000 years ago. View the Temple Mount and the Western Wall. Walk along the Via Dolorosa, where Jesus carried His Cross. Continue to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre (Matt. 27. 33-57, 28.10). No visit to Jerusalem is complete without a walk through the colourful Arab bazaar (a chance to test your negotiating skills). Continue to visit the Garden Tomb. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 7 – FRIDAY
Jerusalem – New City and Bethlehem
Today’s program is dedicated to the new city of Jerusalem. Visit the model of ancient Jerusalem at the Holy Land Hotel. Continue to Yad Vashem, Israel’s memorial to the victims of the Holocaust. Enter the site by walking along the Street of the Righteous Gentiles, dedicated to the non-Jews that risked their lives in order to save their Jewish neighbors. Continue to Ein Karem, birthplace of John the Baptists (Luke 1.39-80). This Spanish style church and Mary’s well is where Mother Mary met her cousin Elizabeth.
Proceed to Bethlehem * to visit the Church of the Nativity. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 8 – SATURDAY
Dead Sea / Massada
Drive through the Judean Desert to Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls where found in 1947 by a Bedouin boy. Visit the ancient city of Qumran and drive along the shore of the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth, to Massada, the last stronghold of the Jews after the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 A.D. Ascend Massada by cable car and visit the food storeroom, water irrigation system and Herod’s Palace.
Return to Jerusalem for dinner and overnight.

Day 9 – SUNDAY
Transfer to Ben Gurion International Airport for your flight back home.

Day 10
Arrive this morning and start planing your next memorable trip to the Holy Land with Israel Tourism Consultant.

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A truly “classic” tour of Israel the Classic Tour I

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Experience Israel a journey of a life time in the land of Milk and Honey

This general sight seeing Tour is a classic way to get acquainted and get to know the people, culture and land of Israel. Begin with the crown jewel of Israel, the Golden City of Jerusalem. Visit the Old City and walk through the Jewish Quarter, see King David’s Tomb, the Room of the Last Supper on Mount Zion. See and touch the Western Wall, walk along the Via Dolorosa where Jesus carried His Cross, and experience a breathtaking pano… to see complete tour details visit » Classic Tour I

see the tour itinerary:

Day 1 – MONDAY
Departure from North America

Day 2 – SUNDAY
Jerusalem
Welcome to Israel! Upon arrival into Ben Gurion International Airport, you are met and assisted by our airport representative and transferred to your hotel in Jerusalem for overnight.

Day- 3 WEDNESDAY
Jerusalem: Old City
Visit the Tomb of King David and the Room of the Last Supper on Mount Zion. Enter the walled city and walk through the newly restored Jewish Quarter. Visit the Roman Cardo, Herodian Quarter and continue to the Western Wall. Walk along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, proceed to Mount Scopus and then to the Mount of Olives for a magnificent panoramic view of the Old City. Continue to Bethlehem*, stopping at Rachel’s Tomb and to visit the Church of the Nativity.
Overnight in Jerusalem

Day 4 – THURSDAY
Jerusalem: New City
Drive to the Hadassah Medical Center in Ein Kerem to see the Chagall stained glass windows. Continue to Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust and then to the Israel Museum. Visit the Shrine of the Book where the Dead Sea Scrolls are housed and the miniature model of Jerusalem as it was during the Second Temple period. View the Knesset, Israel’s Parliament, and the Givat Ram Campus of the Hebrew University.
Overnight in Jerusalem

Day 5 – FRIDAY
Qumran / Massada / Dead Sea
Drive through the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, almost 1300 feet (400 meters) below sea level. Stop at Qumran to visit the site where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Drive along the shores of the Dead Sea to Massada. Ascend by cable car and tour the ancient fortress where the Zealots made their last stand against the Romans before committing mass suicide in 73 AD. Descend by cable car, time and weather permitting, an opportunity will be provided to float on the Dead Sea.
Overnight in Tel Aviv

Day 6 – SATURDAY
At leisure
Overnight in Tel Aviv

Day 7 – SUNDAY
Diaspora Museum / Caesarea / Druze villages
Depart Tel Aviv and drive to the Diaspora Museum for a visit. Proceed along the coastal plain to Caesarea, capital of Judea under the Romans. See the excavations of the Crusader city and the Roman port, aqueduct and the amphitheater that has been restored to its former glory as a concert venue. Continue via the Druze villages to Haifa.
Overnight in Haifa

Day 8 – MONDAY
Haifa / Safed / Golan Heights
The tour of Haifa will begin at the summit of Mount Carmel where you will take in a breathtaking panoramic view of the Haifa Bay and Western Galilee. Continue on to the golden domed Bahai Shrine to visit the exotic Persian Gardens. Proceed to Safed, the center of Jewish mysticism, where you will visit the ancient synagogues and the artists’ colony. Continue to the Golan Heights to see the former Syrian bunkers, Kuneitra and the new Israeli town of Katzrin.
Overnight in Kibbutz

Day 9 – TUESDAY
Sea of Galilee / Nazareth
Start the day with a visit of Tiberias. Drive to Capernaum to see the ruins of the synagogue and octagonal Church of St. Peter and then proceed to Nazareth. Here you will visit the Church of the Annunciation. Drive via Beit Shean to Beit Alpha to see the remains of the mosaic floor of an ancient synagogue depicting the zodiac.
Overnight in Tel Aviv

Day 10 WEDNESDAY
Transfer to your flight back to North America.

The above program can be extended and tailor-made for groups.

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