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Stay four nights in Jerusalem to discover this symbolic city. Embark on a moving excursion to Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial. Visit the Israel Museum containing the Shrine of the Book, and the Dead Sea Scrolls—the oldest biblical manuscripts in the world. Visit the Old City, the Garden Tomb, and take in the view from the Mount of Olives. See the Garden of Gethsemane, follow the Stations of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa, and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre at the site of the crucifixion. View the Temple Mount and the Dome of the Rock mosque, and visit the Western Wall, the most holy shrine in the Jewish religion. Also visit the fortress of Masada—a historic site for Jewish faith. The experience of floating in the buoyant salt waters of the Dead Sea enriches the wonderful memories already collected during your inspirational Israel Escape!
2022 Tour itinerary
Total meals included:
- 7 breakfasts, 5 dinners
ARRIVE IN TEL AVIV, ISRAEL
Day1
Welcome to Tel Aviv! Enjoy this evening’s welcome dinner with your traveling companions and Tour Director.
Meals included:
- Dinner
TEL AVIV–JAFFA–CAESAREA–NAZARETH–CANA–HAIFA
Day2
Stop in Jaffa for a walk through the beautifully restored ancient port, where medieval pilgrims started their strenuous 2-day trek to Jerusalem. Then, continue your tour of the Holy Land to Caesarea, the perfect place to learn about the Roman and Crusader presence in the country. Visit the Roman Amphitheater and the impressive Crusader Fortress, and admire Herod’s stadium and harbor. On to Nazareth in Galilee, to visit the contemporary Church of the Annunciation. Then Cana, site of the first miracle where Jesus changed water into wine at a wedding. To this day, many couples renew their wedding vows at this sacred place. Arrive in Haifa, a city with a long history dating back to biblical times.
Today’s Distance: 124 mi / 200 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
HAIFA. EXCURSION TO THE MOUNT OF BEATITUDES–CAPERNAUM–SEA OF GALILEE
Day3
Start your day with a visit to the golden-domed Baha'i Shrine, the world center of Baha’i faith. Heading towards the Sea of Galilee, visit the Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus delivered his Sermon on the Mount. Then proceed to Capernum, where Jesus recruited his first followers among the fishermen. Via the ruins of Kursi, arrive at the Jordan River and visit the Baptismal Site, followed by a relaxing LF cruise on the Sea of Galilee.
Today’s Distance: 280 mi / 450 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
HAIFA–VALLEY OF ELAH–LATRUN–BETHLEHEM–JERUSALEM
Day4
Drive into the ancient land of the Philistines and the Valley of Elah. Stop at the site of David’s victory over the Philistine champion, Goliath, and hear about this biblical event. Later, hear the tale of Samson and Delilah as you travel through the land of the Dan tribe to the wide Valley of Ayalon. At strategic Latrun, visit the Monastery of the Trappist Monks. Stop en route for a breathtaking panoramic view of the Holy City of Jerusalem, considered one of the oldest places in the world, with a history dating back as far as 4000 BC. Proceed to Bethlehem and see Shepherd’s Field, where the angels announced the birth of Jesus. Next, visit the Church of the Nativity, which stands on the site where Jesus was born. Overnight in Jerusalem.
Today’s Distance: 149 mi / 240 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
JERUSALEM. EXCURSION TO THE ISRAEL MUSEUM, YAD VASHEM, AND MOUNT ZION
Day5
Visit the Israel Museum with the Shrine of the Book, and the Dead Sea Scrolls, followed by the Yad Vashem Memorial created to commemorate the six million martyrs of the Holocaust. Continue to Mount Zion, and visit the Upper Room, where Jesus and his disciples had the last supper, and then the Tomb of King David.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
JERUSALEM. EXCURSION TO THE OLD CITY
Day6
This morning, visit the Garden Tomb. After viewing a stunning panorama of the city from the revered Mount of Olives, start your guided walking tour. Via the Chapel of Dominus Flevit, designed in the shape of a tear drop to symbolize the tears of Christ, arrive at the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed the night before his arrest. Nearby are the Caves of the Assumption of Mary and of the Betrayal. Follow the Stations of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa to Golgotha, and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Erected over the site of the crucifixion, this church is shared by six Christian communities. Also see the Temple Mount and the Dome of the Rock, a splendid mosque on the holy mount. Continue to the Western Wall, the most holy shrine in the Jewish religion.
Meals included:
- Breakfast
JERUSALEM. EXCURSION TO MASADA AND THE DEAD SEA
Day7
Drive through the Judean wilderness to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on the surface of the Earth. Enjoy the scenery as you follow the road between the salty water and majestic desert mountains. Catch glimpses of the caves of Qumran, where the precious Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Ascend by cable car to the spectacular cliff-top Fortress of Masada, and hear how 960 Jewish zealots preferred death at their own hands to the indignity of surrender to overwhelming Roman forces. Around lunchtime, reach one of the comfortable Dead Sea resorts and experience the feeling of buoyancy in the heavy water. Return to Jerusalem to enjoy a farewell dinner with your traveling companions to commemorate an unforgettable journey through the Holy Land.
Today’s Distance: 137 mi / 220 km
Meals included:
- Breakfast
- Dinner
JERUSALEM
Day8
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning. (The nearest airport is Tel Aviv.)
Meals included:
- Breakfast
Hotels
It may occasionally be necessary to use alternative hotels of a similar standard to those shown.
Dan Panorama Tel Aviv
Superior First-Class
The Dan Panorama Hotel offers easy access to everywhere you want to be. Cross the road fronting this Tel Aviv hotel and you're on the Mediterranean where great beaches and soft sands greet you. The Dan Panorama Hotel boasts an outstanding mix of facilities. It is directly linked to the Dan Panorama Convention Center - the city's largest, most comprehensive convention and exhibition center.
Location
Charles Clore Park, Tel Aviv, Israel
Hotel Facilities
- Currency Exchange
- Restaurant On-Site
- Concierge desk
- Pool
- Laundry Available
- Beauty Salon
- Parking/Valet
- Free WiFi
- Bar/Lounge
- Business Center
- Elevator
- Spa Services
Room Facilities
- Hair Dryer
- Cable/Satellite
- Daily Housekeeping
- Television
- Pay Movies
- In-Room Safe
- Coffee Maker
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Air Conditioning
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Desk
- Voicemail
- Mini-bar
- Wake-Up Calls
- Phone
Dan Panorama
Superior First-Class
Overlooking the Bay of Haifa and situated on the slopes of Mount Carmel, this landmark hotel offers a choice of spectacular views of the City, Mount Carmel, and endless stretches of Israel¿s stunning Mediterranean coastline. The property is also close to the Panorama Mall, with its many shops and cafes , and the magnificent Bahai Temple. Guest rooms are decorated in a contemporary style and have free Wi-Fi, minibar, and tea / coffee maker. The on-site restaurant serves international and Israeli cuisine. Leisure facilities include a seasonal outdoor pool and a fitness center.
Location
107 Hanassi Avenue, Haifa, Israel
Hotel Facilities
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
- Hot Tub
- Currency Exchange
- Fitness Room
- Pool
- Business Center
- Gift Shop
- Laundry Available
- Bar/Lounge
- Concierge desk
Room Facilities
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Smoking Rooms
- Alarm Clock
- Complimentary Newspaper
- Coffee Maker
- Television
- Phone
- Room Service
- Voicemail
- Hair Dryer
- Mini-bar
- In-Room Safe
- Cable/Satellite
- Air Conditioning
- Iron/Ironing Board
- Desk
- Internet Access
Dan Jerusalem
Superior First-Class
The Dan Jerusalem Hotel offers a premium hospitality experience that combines an idyllic environment with breath taking vistas from the terrace. Designed around a series of beautiful patios, this hotel features an outdoor pool, three restaurants (one by the pool) that serve a creative array of Mediterranean and Continental cuisine. The Dan's spa and wellness centre includes an indoor pool, a large hammam, saunas and a fitness room. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel.
Location
32 Lehi St, Jerusalem, Israel
Hotel Facilities
- Bar/Lounge
- Gift Shop
- Spa Services
- Laundry Available
- Currency Exchange
- Fitness Room
- ATM
- Free WiFi
- Concierge desk
- Luggage Storage
- Elevator
- Pool
- Beauty Salon
- Parking/Valet
- Restaurant On-Site
- Ice Machine
- Business Center
Room Facilities
- Air Conditioning
- Cable/Satellite
- Non-smoking Rooms
- Alarm Clock
- Coffee Maker
- Hair Dryer
- Room Service
- Mini-bar
- Phone
- Desk
- Internet Access
- Television
- Air Conditioning (Seasonal)
- Disabled Access / Rooms
- Complimentary Toiletries
- In-Room Safe
- Pay Movies
- Wake-Up Calls
