Independent Israel Itinerary

Day 1 Arrive Israel
Welcome to Israel, a country of amazing diversity and beauty with a complicated and fascinating history. You will be met and transferred to your hotel and the remainder of your day is at leisure. Overnight in Jerusalem or Tel Aviv. 
 
Day 2 Jerusalem 
Enjoy a fascinating tour of Israel's capital Jerusalem, the spiritual centre of Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Wandering through the narrow streets and alleyways of the Old City, you will undeniably feel immersed in history. Visit the Cardo, the reconstructed main street of Byzantine Jerusalem from the 6th century, before continuing to the Western Wall of Temple Mount, the most sacred spot in the Jewish religion. Walk the Via Dolorosa, traditionally held to be the route that Jesus walked, carrying his cross, on the way to his crucifixion. You will aso visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the holiest Christian site in the world and an important pilgrimage destination since the 4th century. In the New City, see the Knesset, the legislative branch of Israeli government, and visit Yad Vashem, Israel's official memorial to the Jewish victims of the Holocaust. Overnight in Jerusalem or Tel Aviv.
 
Day 3 Masada and the Dead Sea  
Today you will journey into the Judean Hills and along the shores of the Dead Sea – the lowest point on earth! Upon arrival in Masada, you will ascend by cable car and tour the mountain fortress built by King Herod, where the Zealots made their last stand against the Romans. Continue to the Dead Sea, and enjoy some free time to swim (or float!) in the salty, bouyant waters before travelling back to Jerusalem or Tel Aviv.
 
Day 4 Depart Jerusalem   
This morning you will be transferred to the airport for your onward flight.

OPTIONAL DAY TOURS:

Pearls of the Western Coast Full Day Tour:
Caesarea, Haifa, Acre and Rosh Hanikra 
From $145 pp (Jerusalem pick-up)
From $130 pp (Tel Aviv pick-up)

Travel to Caesarea, the ancient Roman capital and port, for a walking tour of the archaeological ruins and excavations. Continur to Haifa and visit the beautiful Bahai Shrine and Gardens before travelling to Rosh Hanikra, visiting the limestone grottoes on the border with Lebanon. Return via Acre to visit the Crusader and Turkish underground city and crypt.
This tour is available from Jerusalem and Tel Aviv and departs Sunday, Tuesday and Fridays only.

Biblical Highlight of the North Full Day Tour:
Nazareth, Sea of Galilee and Tiberias
From $120 pp (Jerusalem or Tel Aviv pick-up)

Journey along the coastal road and through the landscape of the Lower Galilee to Nazareth, the town where Jesus spent his childhood. Visit the Church of the Annunciation and the Church of St Joseph. Continue to the lovely resort town of Tiberias, then explore the ruins of the ancient synagogue at Capernaum. See the famous site of Yardenit where the Jordan River leaves the Sea of Galilee.
This tour is available from Jerusalem and Tel Aviv and departs Monday, Wednesday and Saturdays only.

Bethlehem Half Day Tour:
From $105 pp (Jerusalem pick-up)
From $130 pp (Tel Aviv pick-up)

Experience historic Bethlehem. Visit Rachel's Tomb, a scene of prayer and pilgrimage for more than three thousand years. Visit the Church of the Nativity, one of the oldest operating churches in the world, and Manger Square which takes its name from the manger in which Jesus of Nazareth was born.
This tour departs daily from Jerusalem and Tel Aviv

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