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9 Days 8 Nights Best of Israel Tour

  • Golden hour over Jerusalem’s Old City, where history glows beneath a fiery sky

    Golden hour over Jerusalem’s Old City, where history glows beneath a fiery sky

  • Wandering the Old City’s souks, where every corner bursts with colour, texture, and life

    Wandering the Old City’s souks, where every corner bursts with colour, texture, and life

  • The timeless charm of Old Jaffa, where stone alleys meet the sparkling Mediterranean

    The timeless charm of Old Jaffa, where stone alleys meet the sparkling Mediterranean

  • Cruise peacefully on the Sea of Galilee

    Cruise peacefully on the Sea of Galilee

  • Hike along a trail through green meadows at Mount Arbel

    Hike along a trail through green meadows at Mount Arbel

  • The ancient and well-kept Garden of Gethsemane in Jerusalem

    The ancient and well-kept Garden of Gethsemane in Jerusalem

  • A peaceful corner of Zikhron Ya’akov, where sunlit pottery, leafy gardens, and village calm create a beautifully timeless scene

    A peaceful corner of Zikhron Ya’akov, where sunlit pottery, leafy gardens, and village calm create a beautifully timeless scene

  • A detailed model of ancient Jerusalem in the Second Temple period, displayed at the Israel Museum

    A detailed model of ancient Jerusalem in the Second Temple period, displayed at the Israel Museum

  • Wander the ancient Roman ruins of Caesarea Maritima

    Wander the ancient Roman ruins of Caesarea Maritima

  • Ascend to Masada by cable car

    Ascend to Masada by cable car

  • The vast, golden sweep of the Judean Desert—silent, ancient, and shaped by winds and time

    The vast, golden sweep of the Judean Desert—silent, ancient, and shaped by winds and time

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Description

This 9-day journey brings you across Israel’s most iconic landscapes and sacred sites—from the Mediterranean coastline to the storied hills of Galilee and Jerusalem, and finally into the stillness of the Judean Desert and the Dead Sea. You’ll wander through biblical towns, explore world-class museums, hike desert trails with sweeping views, and taste some of the region’s rich culinary and wine culture. With licensed guides, comfortable stays and seamless logistics, this trip delivers the perfect balance of history, spirituality and adventure.

 

Highlights

  • Explore Jaffa Old City and the lively Tel Aviv Port
  • Wander the ancient Roman ruins of Caesarea Maritima
  • Take in the panoramic sweep of the Jezreel Valley from Mount Carmel
  • Enjoy wine tasting at a historic winery in the Carmel region
  • Stroll the charming streets of Zikhron Ya’akov, a Rothschild-era town
  • Visit key sites of Jesus’s ministry: Mount of Beatitudes, Tabgha, Capernaum
  • Cruise peacefully on the Sea of Galilee
  • Hike Mount Arbel for breathtaking views across Galilee
  • See Qasr el-Yahud, the traditional baptism site of Jesus
  • Glimpse Jericho, the world’s oldest inhabited city
  • Ascend the Mount of Olives for Jerusalem’s most iconic skyline
  • Visit the Garden of Gethsemane, Church of All Nations, St Anne’s Church, Pools of Bethesda
  • Explore the Christian and Jewish Quarters of the Old City
  • Reflect at Yad Vashem, Israel’s Holocaust Remembrance Centre
  • Discover the Israel Museum, including the Second Temple model
  • Visit Bethlehem’s Church of the Nativity area (subject to conditions)
  • Hike in the Judean Desert — Ein Gedi or a Masada/Wadi Og desert trail
  • Float in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea
  • Ascend Masada by cable car and explore its ancient fortress
  • See the Qumran caves, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found
  • Wander Carmel Market and, on selected days, the Nachalat Binyamin crafts market

 

Tour Details

  • Valid: Jan 2026 – Aug 2026
  • Blackout: 25 Mar – 05 Apr
  • Price: From USD 3218 per person based on twin-sharing. (min 6 to travel). Single Supplement: Additional USD 950.

 

Inclusions

  • Licensed English-speaking guide
  • Experienced driver
  • Private touring vehicle
  • Daily breakfast
  • 8 nights’ accommodation at 4-star hotels (subject to availability)
  • All entrance fees as listed in the programme

 

Exclusions

  • Travel insurance
  • Visa application fees (if required)
  • International airfare
  • Lunches and dinners
  • Personal expenses
  • Tips: Guide (USD 6–8/day), Driver (USD 3–5/day), Hotels (USD 2–3/day)
  • ETA-IL entry permit fee: https://israel-entry.piba.gov.il
    It is customary to tip guides, drivers, hotel and restaurant staff.

Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Tel Aviv / Netanya

Arrive at Ben Gurion International Airport, where your guide will meet you. Begin with a visit to Jaffa Old City and the vibrant Tel Aviv Port before settling in for the night.

Overnight: Ramada Netanya

 

Day 2 – Netanya • Mount Carmel • Galilee

Travel up the Mediterranean coast to explore Caesarea Maritima, then continue to Mount Carmel for a panoramic sweep of the Jezreel Valley. Enjoy a wine tasting session at the historic Carmel Winery and stroll the elegant streets of Zikhron Ya’akov.

Overnight: David’s Harp – Sea of Galilee

 

Day 3 – Galilee • Capernaum • Mount Arbel

Explore the heart of Jesus’s ministry: the Mount of Beatitudes, Tabgha, and Capernaum, followed by a tranquil boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. In the afternoon, hike Mount Arbel for spectacular views.

Overnight: David’s Harp – Sea of Galilee

 

Day 4 – Jordan Valley • Jericho • Jerusalem

Travel south along the Jordan Valley to Qasr el-Yahud, then glimpse Jericho—the world’s oldest city. Ascend to Jerusalem and stop at Mount Scopus for your first panoramic view of the Holy City.

Overnight: Grand Court Hotel, Jerusalem

 

Day 5 – Jerusalem & the Old City

Ascend the Mount of Olives, walk down to the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations. Explore the Old City’s St Anne’s Church, Pools of Bethesda, Garden Tomb, and its Christian and Jewish Quarters.

Overnight: Grand Court Hotel, Jerusalem

 

Day 6 – Yad Vashem • Bethlehem • New Jerusalem

Visit Yad Vashem, followed by the Israel Museum, including the Second Temple model and (time permitting) the Dead Sea Scrolls. Continue to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity area and Shepherd’s Field.

Overnight: Grand Court Hotel, Jerusalem

 

Day 7 – Judean Desert • Dead Sea

Journey into the Judean Desert for a half-day hike—either Ein Gedi or a scenic trail near Masada / Wadi Og. Continue to the Dead Sea for free time to float and relax.
 
Overnight: David Resort & Spa, Dead Sea

 

Day 8 – Masada • Carmel Market • Tel Aviv

Ascend Masada by cable car and explore the fortress before driving through the Qumran area. Return to Tel Aviv for free time at the lively Carmel Market and, on selected days, the Nachalat Binyamin crafts fair.

Overnight: Grand Beach Hotel, Tel Aviv

 

Day 9 – Tel Aviv / Departure

Enjoy a leisurely morning in Tel Aviv before your airport transfer. Depart with unforgettable memories of Israel’s landscapes, stories and living heritage.

 

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