The Galilee- is the most northern region in Israel. Among green, blooming almond and olive hills passed the childhood, youth, and adulthood of Jesus Christ. In this town he preached, healed and found his disciples. From this town, his teachings were spread in Jerusalem and later all over the world. From the mount of Samaria, a large valley opens which is divided into two parts: western - Jezreel Valley and eastern - Harod Valley. The soil in Jezreel Valley is very fertile. It was here where in the 20th century the "Keren Kayemeth" National Fund began to buy lands from Arab sheiks.
Jerusalem is quite a unique city due to its value for millions of people in the world. The fact that the city is the cradle for three main monoethnic religions: Jewish, Christianity and Islam, attracts half of the worlds' population throughout the world. There is no other city to be compatible with Jerusalem as only this city possesses this kind of rich and unique religious and historical attraction. No wonder that millions of people yearly take tours to Jerusalem.
Bethlehem is a town administered by the Palestinian Authority on the territory of Eastern banks of the River Jordan. It is situated in the historical area of Judea, the capital city - Bethlehem is a pilgrimage and tourism center. It is located about 8 km to the South of Jerusalem and in fact borders with it. One of the oldest Christian community lives here, though in the last years the number of population drastically decreased because of emigration. The "little town" of Bethlehem, mentioned in any number of Christmas carols, attracts pilgrims worldwide on account of its description in the New Testament (and particularly the Gospels) as the Biblical birthplace of Jesus. The Church of the Nativity, one of the oldest churches in the world, was built on the place of the barn where Jesus was born. And after seeing the prophetic star in the East, the three wise men came to Bethlehem to give presents and worship Him. It was also here, where King David was born and anointed as King according to the Bible.
The Dead Sea is located at the lowest point on Earth, the surface of the Dead Sea is over 1300 feet below sea level. It borders Jordan to the east and Israel and the West Bank to the west. In the deepest part, it’s more than 2300 feet below sea level. The lake's Western coast belongs to Israel and is administered by the Palestinian Authority. Besides mud resorts, there is an opportunity to bath in the salty waters of the sea and take a walk in the Judean Desert. There are some historical sights in the region of the Dead Sea, including the National Park of "Qumran" where antique inscriptions and the fortress of Masada were found. The Dead sea is a drainless reservoir, that is why it has become the saltiest lake in the world with a 30% consistency of NaCl. The water of the Dead sea possesses numerous healing powers, it is especially good for people with skin disease. Around the sea is full of healing mud and sulfur springs. All of this mineral wealth has been used for medical treatments and cosmetics since ancient times. By the way, the surroundings of the Dead Sea also contain almost half of the world's Bromium reserves. It is known to have a good effect on the nervous system. So, breathe deeply.
You can't help admiring the beauties and attractions of the ancient town of Caesarea. A Roman theatre dating back to Herod the Great was found in this area. Currently, it is restored and the locals have started to hold regular concerts and performances on the stage. The tribunes of the old theatre can room about 4000 spectators. The Reef Theatre presents ruins of a luxurious Palace with a swimming pool that dates back to Roman and Byzantine periods. Archeologists have come up with a version that the pool might have been used as a rural fish market in the past.
Haifa is the third-largest city in Israel and the largest in its Northern region. Its blooming cultural center, rich history, and picturesque landscape are probably the most beautiful things in the city. Built on the coast of the Mediterranean sea, on the peak of Mount Karmel, Haifa is drowned in green wherever you glance at, everywhere you will see natural beauties of flora and fauna.
The ancient Acre located on a peninsula is one of the rare cities on the Mediterranean coast the fortress walls of which have been perfectly preserved with an exception for two breaks which are currently used for transport driveway (they were made by the British). Ancient Acre has many faces, its diverse cultural layers are almost completely preserved. Four religions left their mark and influence here: there are Jewish synagogues, wonderful churches in the Christian quarters, huge mosques as well as a garden where Bahá’u’lláh - the founder of Baha'i faith was buried.
The town of Jericho is situated in the North of the Judean Desert. This territory is administered by Palestinian Authorities on the West banks of the Jordan river about 30 km northeast of Jerusalem and 7 km west of Jordan. According to the results of archaeological investigation Jericho is considered to be one of the oldest and constantly inhabited towns in the world. People settled down here more than eight thousand years ago and never left the area since then. Nowadays, in Jericho you can see the following sights and attractions:
Apparently, Jericho was built by people of the Pre-Pottery Neolithic period, in the era of about 8000 B.C., it means that the age of the town counts 10.000 years.
The Tour Program: Galilee, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, The Dead Sea, Caesarea, Haifa, Acre, Jericho.
8 Days, 7 Nights
1250
$
January - May
Arrival at "Ben Gurion" airport.
Group transfer to Netanya/Tel Aviv.
Accommodation at the hotel in Netanya.
Breakfast at the hotel.
Free day or you can order an optional excursion (in case of availability) to Tel Aviv and Yaffa.
An exploring half-day excursion.
Accommodation in Netanya.
The coastal cities of the Mediterranean Sea.
Caesarea is a portal city, it used to be a shopping and cultural center during the Roman Empire, built by Herod the Great.
It served as the residence of Roman procurators. Haifa is a city with a rich history, a world center for Bahai religion famous for its hanging gardens and the
center of the Carmelite order. Akka is a city with a long history, it is the capital of Crusaders.
Accommodation at the hotel in Netanya.
Nazareth is a sacred city for Christians, it is the city where the Good News of Christmas was spread.
Here is the Church of the Annunciation over the house where the Holy Family used to live.
You will visit the Orthodox Church of St. Gabriel which is located over the spring that fed Mary's Well.
On your way, you will have the chance to visit the Sea of Galilee, Capernaum, the Monastery of Twelve Apostles.
You will have at glance the Mount of Beatitudes, the place where Jesus delivered His Sermon from the Mount.
Tabgha, Capernaum - the place where the miracle of the feeding of five thousand people took place.
There is a church there, called the Church of the Multiplication.
Yardenit - the traditional place where the baptizing and ablution of pilgrims in the sacred waters of the Jordan River took place.
Tiberias- (on the way) - one of four sacred Jewish cities.
Accommodation at the hotel in Netanya.
Jewish Wilderness - the place where Christianity was born, the first monasteries on the Sacred Land.
The panorama of the Monastery of St. George Hosevit in Wadi Kelt. An exploring excursion to Jericho (a Palestinian autonomy) which is one of the oldest
towns in the world. The Quarantania hill is considered to be the biblical Mount of Temptation where Jesus was tempted by the devil during his forty-day fast.
The monastery of Temptation is located here.
Bethlehem is the authentic place of baptism of Jesus Christ in the waters of the Jordan river. Monastery of Gerasim of Jordan.
Additional fee to ascent to the peak of Quarantania hill by a funicular for 15$ (the collection of fee on the spot).
Accommodation at the hotel in Netanya.
Panoramic view of Jerusalem from the mount of Eleona (The Mount of Olives). It is the Mount of Lord's Ascension.
The old town of Jerusalem, Christian quarter.
The Via Dolorosa, the "way of sorrow" is the stone street in the Old City of Jerusalem along which Jesus carried the cross to his own crucifixion.
Visit to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Golgotha, Jewish Quarter, The Wailing Wall.
The Cardo street which used to be a central street during the epoch of the Roman Empire. A Temple Mount panorama, view over the "Dome of the Rock"
and Al-Aqsa Mosque. Muslim Quarter and the Arabic Market in Jerusalem. Bethlehem. The Church of the Nativity which is the oldest and continuously
operating church in the world. According to the legend, the church was erected on the birthplace of Jesus Christ.
This church is enlisted as a UNESCO World Heritage.
Accommodation at the hotel in Netanya.
Jewish Wilderness- the Birthplace of Christianity, first monasteries on the Sacred Land.
Unique Natural Resort - the Dead Sea, located on the 420 m below Sea level.
Acquaintance with peculiarities of the Dead Sea cosmetics. The sales consultants will assist you to obtain cosmetics in accordance with your special needs.
Rest on the beach and swimming in the Dead Sea.
For pre-pay, visit to SPA hotel + dinner for 30$. per person.
Accommodation at the hotel in Natanya.
