Israel Best of the Best

Best of Israel (Winter 2011/2012)

9 day tour from US$2500.00* 

Highlights:

• Jerusalem
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• Mount Zion
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• Dead Sea
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• Ein Gev
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• Nazareth
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• Capernaum
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• Tiberias
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• Golan Heights
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• Tzfat Safed
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• Acre
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• Haifa
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• Megiddo
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• Caesarea

Day 1

ARRIVE TEL AVIV - JERUSALEM (4 nights)

Welcome to Israel! On arrival you will be met and transferred to your hotel in Jerusalem. Relax or take a stroll around Jerusalem. In the evening, enjoy a Welcome Drink with your fellow travellers and your Tour Director.

Hotel: Dan Panorama Jerusalem (F)

 

Day 2

MOUNT ZION - THE OLD CITY OF JERUSALEM

Admire the Old City of Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives. Visit the tomb of King David on Mount Zion. See the room where the Last Supper took place near Zion Gate. Walk through the Jewish Quarter to the Western Wall and see the Dome of the Rock. Follow the Stations of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

Meal(s): (Israeli Breakfast)

 

Day 3

JERUSALEM - DEAD SEA - MASADA - JERUSALEM

Traverse the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth. Near Qumran, view the site where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. A short drive brings you to Masada. Ride by cable car to the ancient fortress where the Zealots made their last stand against the Romans. Explore the excavations of Herod’s Palace before having the chance to float in the Dead Sea, time permitting.

Meal(s): (Israeli Breakfast)

 

Day 4

JERUSALEM FREE TIME

Spend the day exploring the sights of your choice. There are a wealth of great attractions to visit, including the Tower of David Museum, the $name Gardens and the Davidson Centre.

Meal(s): (Israeli Breakfast)

 

Day 5

NEW CITY OF JERUSALEM - EIN GEV (2 nights)

Tour Yad Vashem, a memorial commemorating the six million martyrs of World War II. Discover the Shrine of the Book at the Israel Museum, housing the Dead Sea Scrolls. See the Knesset - Israel’s Parliament - and the Givat Ram Campus of the Hebrew University. Travelling through the Jordan Valley you reach the Kibbutz in Ein Gev, your home for the next two nights.

Meal(s): (Israeli Breakfast / Dinner)
Hotel: Kibbutz Hotel Ein Gev (F)

 

Day 6

EXCURSION TO NAZARETH - TIBERIAS - GOLAN HEIGHTS - TZFAT

Explore the Church of the Annunciation at Nazareth. Visit the old synagogue at Capernaum, the old town of Jesus. See Tiberias and the Mount of Beatitudes where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount. Enjoy spectacular views of the Sea of Galilee from the Golan Heights. See the ancient synagogue and artists’ colony at Tzfat, one of Judaism’s Four Holy Cities.

Meal(s): (Israeli Breakfast / Dinner)

 

Day 7

ACRE - HAIFA - MEGGIDO - CAESAREA - TEL AVIV (2 nights)

Discover the fascinating underground Crusaders City at Acre. Admire the views of the Bahai Shrine and see the beautiful Persian Gardens at Haifa. Explore the excavations of Solomon’s Stables at Megiddo. See Roman statues, the aqueduct and the Roman Theatre at Caesarea, the ancient port city. Later travel to Tel Aviv for a two-night stay.

Meal(s): (Israeli Breakfast)
Hotel: Dan Panorama Tel Aviv (SF)

 

Day 8

TEL AVIV FREE TIME

Take time on your own to discover the myriad delights Tel Aviv has to offer, the Flea Market, Newe Zedek, the first Jewish neighbourhood, the Diaspora Museum and the Eretz Israel Museum.

Meal(s): (Israeli Breakfast)

 

Day 9

DEPART TEL AVIV

After a memorable holiday in this historic region, it is time to say goodbye to your Tour Director and fellow travellers as you prepare for your journey home. Transfers are available, conditions apply.

Meal(s): (Israeli Breakfast)

 

What's Included

Sightseeing Highlights

• Jerusalem Sightseeing includes Yad Vashem, the Dead Sea Scrolls, the Wailing Wall and the Via Dolorosa. See the Mount of Olives and Mount Scopus.
• Mount Zion Visit the tomb of King David.
• Dead Sea Excursion including a visit to the Fortress of Masada.
• Ein Gev Spend two nights on a traditional Israeli kibbutz.
• Nazareth Visit the Church of the Annunciation.
• Capernaum See the old synagogue and the Mount of Beatitudes.
• Tiberias Visit this lovely resort town.
• Golan Heights See the former Syrian bunkers and Kunietra.
• Tzfat Safed Visit the ancient synagogue and artists’ colony.
• Acre Discover the underground Crusader City.
• Haifa Visit the Persian Gardens and enjoy views of the Bahai Shrine from the summit of Mount Carmel.
• Megiddo See the excavations of Solomon’s Stables.
• Caesarea View the Roman amphitheatre and aqueduct.

Dining Highlights

• Welcome Drink with your Tour Director in Jerusalem.
• 8 Israeli breakfasts with juice.
• 2 three-course dinners.

First Class Travel Highlights

• First Class hotel accommodation, which includes twin-bedded rooms with private facilities.
• All hotel service charges and tips, baggage handling fees and local taxes included.
• Travel by air-conditioned coach or minibus.
• Escorted by one of Trafalgar’s professional multi-lingual Tour Directors.
• A stylish wallet, tour documents, keepsake booklet and map.
• Airport transfers are provided on Day 1 and Day 9.
• Capture treasured memories of your trip with a complimentary group photo taken at a landmark location.

 

Disclaimer
- These prices are correct at the time of the website going live, however are subject to confirmation at the time of booking.
- All tour information is correct at time of tours going live, however is subject to change, please confirm all details at time of booking.
- For full terms and conditions, please refer to our Conditions page.
- Hotel Class Key: D: Deluxe  SF: Superior First Class  F: First Class