Israel: A Journey to the Holy Land
Spectacular Roman ruins overlooking the Mediterranean ... posh resorts on legendary healing waters... swaying palms and sites sacred to billions of people around the world... this can only be Israel. Discover the many wonders of Israel on this 10-day journey. Explore the caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered and the former palatial fortress of Masada. Visit the ruins of Jericho and the Mt. of Beatitudes. Walk in the footsteps of Jesus in Bethlehem, Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee. Explore Jerusalem with a four night stay.
Visit the ancient cities of Bethlehem & Nazareth. Explore the oldest city in the world - the ancient ruins of Jericho. Enjoy the wonder of the Dead Sea and "float" in its tranquil, healing waters. Ascend the ancient walls of Masada, a UNESCO World Heritage site, by cable car. Relax for 4 nights in the holy city of Jerusalem.
HighlightsTel Aviv, Jaffa, Caesarea, Tiberias, Sea of Galilee, Nazareth, Jericho, Dead Sea, Masada, Qumran, Jerusalem, Wailing Wall, Bethlehem, Church of the Nativity, Mount of Olives, Mt. Zion
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- Tour Operator
- Collette Vacations
- Offer
- Offer valid through 8/31/2010
- Duration
- 10 Days
| Day | Destination | Description |
| Air 1 | Overnight Flight | Overnight Flight : Journey with Collette Vacations on an inspirational trip to the Holy Land and visit some of the most ancient sites in the world. |
| Day 2 | Tel Aviv | Arrive Tel Aviv, Israel : Your tour begins in Tel Aviv. Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a welcome dinner. Todaydinnerwill be included. |
| Day 3 | Tiberias | Tel Aviv - Jaffa - Caesarea - Haifa - Acre - Tiberias : Begin the day with a stroll through the ancient port city of Jaffa. Continue along the Mediterranean coast to the ruins of the ancient Roman capital, Caesarea, built by Herod the Great in 22 B.C. Visit the Roman Theatre, Aqueduct and Fortress. Next, enjoy a panoramic view of Haifa and the Baha'i Shrine and Gardens on Mount Carmel (UNESCO World Heritage site). Travel the Valley of Armageddon to the excavation site of Tel Megiddo. Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included. |
| Day 4 | Tiberias | Tiberias : This morning visit the Mt. of Beatitudes, site of the Sermon on the Mount, and Tabgha, site of the Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes. Proceed to Capernaum and cross the River Jordan to visit the Golan Heights. Next, enjoy a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee followed by lunch at a communal settlement known as a Kibbutz, where you may interact with some of its residents. Todaybreakfast , lunch and dinnerwill be included. |
| Day 5 | Dead Sea | Tiberias - Nazareth - Jericho - Dead Sea : Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included. |
| Day 6 | Jerusalem | Dead Sea - Masada - Qumran - Jerusalem : Today's route leads to another UNESCO World Heritage site, the former palatial fortress of Masada. Todaybreakfast will be included. |
| Day 7 | Jerusalem | Old City - Bethlehem - Jerusalem : A magnificent tour of the Holy City of Jerusalem begins with a drive to the old walled city. While walking through the four quarters that make up the Old City (UNESCO World Heritage site), you will visit the Western (Wailing) Wall, the Temple area, the Dome of the Rock, the Pool of Bethesda and the Church of St. Anne. Next, walk the path of the Stations of the Cross as you traverse the Via Dolorosa, beginning at Pilate's Judgment Hall and ending at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included. |
| Day 8 | Jerusalem | Jerusalem : Drive to Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city of Jerusalem and the surrounding area. Proceed to the Church of Ascension and the Garden of Gethsemane where you will view the Kidron Valley and the tombs of Mary, Absalom Zachariah and James. Visit St. Peter in Galicantu and Mt. Zion where you will see the room of The Last Supper and the tomb of King David. You then view a scale model of Jerusalem and visit the Shrine of the Book at the Israel Museum to view the display of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Your sightseeing tour ends with a visit to the Garden Tomb. Todaybreakfast will be included. |
| Day 9 | Jerusalem | Jerusalem : The day is at leisure. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a farewell dinner celebrating the end of this memorable trip. Todaybreakfast and dinnerwill be included. |
| Day 10 | Tour ends | Jerusalem - Tour Ends : Todaybreakfast will be included. |
- Dates/Pricing
- Lodging
Dan Panorama, Tel Aviv Leonardo Plaza Hotel, Tiberias Le Meridien, Dead Sea Dan Panorama, Jerusalem
- Disclaimer
- Note
Tour prices are Land Only rates based on per person double occupancy. Please call for triple or child occupancy rates. Taxes and fees are additional for tours that feature a cruise; port taxes are not included in the prices shown. Some dates may feature various changes in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. Please confirm your specific itinerary at the time of booking.
