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Highlights of Israel
| Cultural Tours | Middle East
This inspiring escorted journey through Israel combines history, spirituality, and breathtaking landscapes. From the golden stones of Jerusalem’s Old City to the tranquil waters of the Sea of Galilee, each day offers encounters with places that have shaped faith, culture, and civilisation for millennia. Walk the ancient streets where prophets and kings once stood, float effortlessly in the Dead Sea, and stand before iconic landmarks such as Masada, Bethlehem, and the Mount of Olives. Along the way, experience vibrant markets, timeless villages, and panoramic views of deserts, valleys, and coastlines. With expert guidance throughout, this tour provides not only a journey through sacred heritage but also an opportunity to reflect, connect, and feel inspired.
What We Love
- Dead Sea Experience
- Explore Jerusalem’s Old City
- Panoramic Views from Mount of Olives
- Visit Bethlehem, Birthplace of Jesus
- Balance of History, Faith & Landscapes
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At a Glance
Duration:
7 Nights
Tour Type:
Escorted Coach Tour*
*Private tour available at an additional charge.
Star Rating:
3* | (Optional Upgrade to 4* or 5*)
Board Basis:
Bed & Breakfast | (Optional Upgrade to Half Board)
Departures:
This tour operates every Sunday throughout the year.
Start / Finish:
Tel Aviv – Tel Aviv
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Itinerary
Day 1 | Arrival in Tel Aviv
Arrival into Tel Aviv, Ben Gurion Airport where you will be transferred to your hotel for check-in and overnight in Tel Aviv.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 2 | Masada - Dead Sea
After meeting the guide in the morning, the tour departs Tel Aviv for Masada, Israel’s foremost archaeological park. Ascend the mountain fortress by cable car to explore Herod’s palaces, the synagogue, bathhouse and cisterns, while discovering the stories of the zealots who made their last stand against the Romans here. From the summit, sweeping desert views stretch across the Roman camps and the glittering Dead Sea.
Descending to the lowest place on earth, there is time to float in the salty waters and experience the mineral-rich black mud. Passing by the lush oasis of Ein Gedi, the journey continues through the dramatic Judean Desert before ascending to Jerusalem. Overnight in Jerusalem.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 3 | Jerusalem - Bethlehem
The day begins at Yad Vashem, Israel’s official memorial to the victims of the Holocaust, before continuing to the Israel Museum’s Shrine of the Book, home to the Dead Sea Scrolls. Nearby lies the magnificent model of Jerusalem from the Second Temple period, offering insight into the city as it appeared two thousand years ago.
A visit is then made to the village of Ein Karem, a place of serene beauty and Christian tradition, believed to be the birthplace of John the Baptist. In the afternoon the tour continues to Bethlehem, where the Church of the Nativity and Manger Square mark the birthplace of Jesus. Overnight in Jerusalem.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
*Site under the Palestinian Authority jurisdiction, visit subject to situation.
Day 4 | Jerusalem Old City
The day is devoted to the Old City of Jerusalem. Walk through its winding streets to the Western Wall and gaze upon the Temple Mount, before following the Via Dolorosa, the Way of the Cross, towards Calvary and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, where both the Crucifixion and the Tomb of the Resurrection are honoured.
Just outside the walls, Mount Zion reveals the traditional tomb of King David and the Room of the Last Supper. A panoramic view from the Mount of Olives offers a breathtaking perspective of Jerusalem, sacred to Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Nearby, the Garden of Gethsemane recalls the place of Judas’ betrayal of Jesus.
Later, time is spent exploring the vibrant Mahane Yehuda market, alive with colour, flavours and atmosphere. Overnight in Jerusalem.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 5 | Beit She'an - Golan Heights - Tiberias
Departing Jerusalem, the journey heads north, passing by Jericho, thought to be the oldest city in the world, before travelling through the Jordan Valley to Beit Shean. Here lie the extensive remains of a beautifully preserved Roman city, where streets, theatres and baths evoke life in antiquity.
Continuing into the Golan Heights, there is an opportunity to enjoy an Israeli wine country experience, with a guided tour and tasting that introduces the unique character of the region’s wines. Travelling further across the Golan, views open over Druze villages, former Syrian fortifications and, on clear days, Mount Hermon and into Syria. The road then descends into the Hula Valley before reaching the shores of the Sea of Galilee and the city of Tiberias. Overnight in Tiberias.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 6 | Sea of Galilee - Nazareth
A day devoted to the Galilee begins along the shoreline of the lake. At Capernaum, the remains of an ancient synagogue recall the time of Jesus, while the Mount of Beatitudes marks the site of the Sermon on the Mount. At Tabgha, the mosaic of loaves and fishes commemorates the miracle of the feeding of the five thousand.
There is an option to sail across the Sea of Galilee, experiencing the tranquillity of waters that appear almost unchanged for two millennia (subject to conditions and additional fee). The tour then continues to Nazareth, visiting the Church of the Annunciation and associated Christian sites, before returning to Tiberias. Overnight in Tiberias.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 7 | Acre - Haifa - Caesarea - Tel Aviv
The journey west leads through the hills of Galilee to Acre (Akko), once a mighty Crusader stronghold. Its medieval fortifications and underground halls bring the Crusader world vividly to life. Continuing south, the road ascends Mount Carmel for sweeping views over Haifa, the golden-domed Baha’i Shrine, and the terraced Persian Gardens that cascade towards the Mediterranean.
Along the coast lies Caesarea, the masterpiece of Herod the Great, where the Roman theatre and Crusader fortress stand as reminders of centuries of power and conflict. The day concludes with a short tour of Tel Aviv, including the ancient port of Jaffa, before returning for an overnight stay in Tel Aviv.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
Day 8 | Depart Tel Aviv
After breakfast, transfer to Tel Aviv airport for your return flight.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Lunch
- Dinner
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