Israel Classical Tour Package + Eilat & Petra, 12 Days

Tour Route

Day 1: Welcome to Israel

Overnight Stay: Tel Aviv Hotel  

Day 2: Nazareth, Tiberias & Sea of Galilee

The tour will begin its journey traveling north alongside Israel’s scenic coastal highway, providing a magnificent view of the Mediterranean Sea and the Plain of Armageddon whilst making way to Nazareth. Arriving in Nazareth we visit the Church of Annunciation, a significant remnant of the Byzantine era where it is said according to Catholic sources, The Annunciation was held. Next to the Church of Annunciation lies the Church of St. Joseph, the proclaimed site of residence of the Holy family and the carpenter’s workshop. 

Leaving Nazareth we will head towards the Mount of Beatitudes where traditions states Jesus delivered his most famous sermon also known as The Sermon on the Mount. We then stop at Tabgha to visit the Church of the Multiplication of the Loaves and Fish, residing on top of two previously existing churches. 

Moving on we’ll stop by the ruins to explore the City of Christ and the ancient synagogue residing within it. We then head towards the baptismal site on the Jordan River - the Yardenit, where you could participate in an optional baptismal service. The tour then ends, making way to central Israel whilst providing a panoramic view of Mount Tabor, the site of The Transfiguration of Jesus.

Overnight Stay: Galilee Hotel
 

Day 3: Caesarea, Haifa, Acre and Rosh Hanikra

We will begin the tour in Caesarea, a city dating back to the Roman era, which constituted its regional capital and functioned as a port city. In the city, we would travel by foot along the archaeological sites of the city including the port, the hippodrome and the mesmerizing amphitheater - once the cultural hub for ancient Roman life and nowadays hosts concerts held by top Israeli and international artists.

Moving on we head north towards Haifa while enjoying a breathtaking panoramic view from Mount Carmel on the Bahai Gardens (one of the most frequently and beautiful toured attractions in Israel) the city of Haifa and the port. Haifa offers some of the most memorable views in Israel.

Our journey continues to Rosh Hanikra, where we ascend via cable car to the spectacular limestone grottoes situated on the water front. On top of Rosh Hanikra, we will also get a view of the Lebanese border with Israel. Making our way back traveling south, we stop at the ancient city of Acre to visit the well-preserved Crusader city and enjoy the city’s vast history reflected in all its surroundings. Among the sites, we’ll visit in Acre are the Old City Market, and the harbor.  

Overnight Stay: Tel Aviv Hotel 

Day 4: Jerusalem - Old and New

This tour starts with a view of Jerusalem as seen from atop Mount Olives, looking down at the Old City and the Temple Mount. Mount Olives is also one of the oldest Jewish burial sites, over three hundred years old. We then descend and make our way along the Kidron Valley, offering a view of the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations, where according to sources Jesus and his followers prayed the night before his crucifixion. 

Along the Kidron Valley road we will get a view of the monumental burial tombs situated at the Mount’s feet. We then proceed into the Old City entering from Mount Zion, past the Armenian Quarter walking along the ancient Byzantine Cardo dating back to the Roman era, with our final stop being the Western Wall (the Kotel). 

Leading to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre are the Stations of the Cross (Via Dolorosa) which we explore along the way to the church, the site of the crucifixion. Before leaving the Old City we’ll enjoy a brief strolls in the bazaars located in the Christian and Muslim Quarters. Finish the tour with a short walking into the New City and a visit to Yad VaShem, the Holocaust museum.  

Overnight Stay: Jerusalem Hotel 

Day 5: City of David & Underground Jerusalem

While making our way out of the Jewish quarter, we will descend to the Western Wall, the Kotel, exiting the Old City through the Dung gate. We end our tour exploring the excavations of the 3,000 years-old City of David while gaining an acquaintance with its elaborate and sophisticated water system, which was constructed and continuously altered throughout the ages in accordance to military and population necessities

We’ll start our tour with an overview of modern and Old Jerusalem city from Mount Olives looking down at the Old City and the Temple Mount. As we drive along the Kidron Valley, we see the ancient Jewish cemetery dating back over 3,000 years, the monumental burial sites at its base and across the way, the Church of All Nations in the Garden of Gethsemane where it is said Jesus, and his followers prayed the night prior to Jesus’s crucifixion.  

Before entering the Old City through the Zion Gate, we visit the Tomb of King David on Mount Zion. In the upper floor of the structure, we would visit the hall traditionally proclaimed as the Hall of the Last Supper. We will then continue to the 16th century Sepharadi synagogues located in the Jewish quarter, walking along the Byzantine Cardo. In the Jewish Quarter, we explore the exciting excavated Second Temple Herodian mansions providing insight to the quality of life in ancient Jerusalem. 

Notes:

• Entrance fees to City of David are not included. 

Overnight Stay: Jerusalem Hotel 

Day 6: Day of Leisure in Jerusalem

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Overnight stay: Jerusalem Hotel 
 

Day 7: Massada and the Dead Sea

We’ll begin our tour descending to the Judean Desert via the Inn of the Good Samaritan, on site we will tour the Inn and its adjacent museum. The Good Samaritan Museum is the only mosaic museum in the country and has on display a vast range of unique artifacts unearthed in excavations across Judea, Samaria and Gaza.

Moving forward we arrive at Masada and then ascent by cable car to tour the remains of the Herodian Fortress, built by King Herod two thousand years ago.Touring the sites, we’ll revisit its history and heritage, relating to the up rise of the Jewish Zealots against their Roman overlords. 

We then leave Massada and head towards The Dead Sea, one of the most toured sites in Israel by tourists and locals alike. On shore you could enjoy a mud bath bearing many therapeutic. Dipping in the sea itself is also highly recommended, experiencing the Dead Sea’s unique attributes, allowing for extreme ease of floating and effortless swimming. On our way back we’ll get a view of the Ein Gedi oasis, the Qumran caves where the famous Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered and the ancient city of Jericho, the oldest city in existence with settlements dating back to 9000 BCE.

Notes:

• Recommended hats, bathing suits, towels.

Overnight Stay: Tel Aviv Hotel 

Day 8: Flying to Eilat (From Tel Aviv)

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Overnight Stay: Eilat Hotel 

Day 9: Day Tour in Petra

The tour starts with a pick-up from your hotel in Eilat at 7:30 AM. (Friday and Saturday, 08:15 AM). At 8:00 AM our representatives and the tour guide will meet you at the South Border (the Arava), assisting with visa requisition and passage through the border. We then start heading towards Petra via deluxe transportation (A/C), driving through the desert highway (80 km) with a short stop at a guest house.

Departing from the guest house we continue our journey to Petra via the King’s highway (35 km). Our next stop will be near the Hasan Prince Palace for a marvellous view of the Petra mountains. When we arrive at the visitor center the guide will then escort you into Petra, touring the spectacular sites of the Nabatean city.

Heading into the city through the Siq and be greeted with the sight of Jordan’s most unique monument, The Treasury (known as Al Khazneh). The city’s highlights which we will tour include the theatre, the tombs, the facades and the colonnaded street.We then have launch (open buffet) at Nabatean’s Tent Rest, and head back in to the city where you will have time to shop at the Bedouin bazaars. The tour then offers an optional tour to the city of Aqaba or transportation back to the southern border for your departure. 

Notes:

• Border fees and tips are not included ($62 special fee for crossing Israel - Jordan border for over-day tourists)
• Border fees may be changed due to currency rates changes.
  
• Lunch will be late, so please eat Breakfast before departure. 
• A valid passport is required on the day tour. We require nationality passport number, place & date of issue, birth date, and expiry date for reservation. 
• No food or drink (water included) is allowed across into Jordan.
  
• Don't forget: Very warm clothing in winter, hat in summer, cool comfortable clothing, comfortable walking shoes.
  

Overnight Stay: Eilat Hotel 

Day 10: Day of Leisure in Eilat 

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Overnight Stay: Eilat Hotel  

Day 11: Flying back to Tel Aviv 

Flight from Eilat airport to Sde Dov airport.

Overnight Stay: Tel Aviv Hotel 
 

Day 12: Last Day in Israel (Tel Aviv)

 
The Yourway Team wishes you a pleasant and safe flight and hopes to see you again soon in Israel.

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