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This tour includes strictly Kosher meals and accommodations in accordance with Jewish dietary laws. Learn More
OVERVIEW
Step back in time on the Jewish Heritage Israel Tour while sightseeing all throughout Jerusalem’s Old City and New City. Be emotionally moved by special visits to the Western Wall and Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial. Marvel at the excavations of the Crusader city and the Roman port, Caesarea. Enjoy the experience of a cable car ride to the top of Massada and relax and enjoy yourself as you float on the Dead Sea.
Enjoy the incredible value of the Jewish Heritage Israel Tour, with the perfect balance of adventure and relaxation!
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What better way to learn about Jewish history then to go on our Jewish Heritage Israel Tour! This tour is a perfect first-time introduction to the land of Israel.
Tours are resuming on a monthly basis.
The Current Departure Dates are:
2025
May 2
June 6
July 4
August 8
September 5
October 24
November 14
December 19
2026
January 16
February 13
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Depart from the USA for your Jewish Heritage Israel Tour
Upon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, proceed to the arrival hall.
Transfer to your hotel in Tel Aviv
At Leisure
Explore the city, enjoy a café, and meet up with friends!
Overnight Tel-Aviv
Ride along the coast north to the beautiful Caesarea, once the Roman capital of the region; View the excavations of the Crusaders’ city, the aqueduct, and the Amphitheatre that has been restored as a concert venue comparable in performers and musicians to Madison Square Garden or Carnegie Hall in
NYC.
Proceed to Haifa for breathtaking panoramic views of the golden-domed Bahai Shrine and lush gardens overlooking Haifa Bay.
Enjoy a drive to Acre (Akko), the Old City recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage site; walk through the old port and local market.
Continue to Beit Shearim; another UNESCO World Heritage site renowned for its extensive Jewish necropolis and intricate catacombs.
Overnight at a Kibbutz guesthouse.
Walk the spectacular narrow alleyways and a picturesque Artists’ quarter in Safed (Tzfat), one of the four holy cities in Israel. Visit the Caro and Ari synagogues.
Enjoy an adventurous Jeep tour at the foot of the Golan Heights.
Continue to the Golan Heights; for a magnificent observation point with sweeping views of Quneitra and the Syrian territory.
Conclude the day at Tel Faher, a former Syrian outpost from the Six-Day War, offering poignant insights and spectacular views over the Upper Galilee.
Overnight Kibbutz Guesthouse.
Visit Hamat Tiberias, a National Park displaying one of the most spectacular mosaics of an ancient synagogue in Israel. Also famous for its ancient therapeutic hot springs known for centuries as a place of relaxation and rejuvenation;
Continue through the Jordan valley to Beit Shean, known as “Scythopolis”, and see the fascinating excavated remains from the Roman and Byzantine periods.
Drive through the Jordan Valley, with a stop at the Jordan Valley Brigade Monument, and then onto Jerusalem; Stop at Mount Scopus for a blessing as you enter the city.
Overnight Jerusalem.
Visit the Tomb of King David on Mt. Zion.
Walkthrough the Jewish Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem. See the Cardo – the heart of the ancient Roman City, visit the four Sephardic Synagogues restored after the 1967 war, tour the Western Wall Tunnels, and visit the archaeological park at Davidson Center;
Walkthrough the colorful local bazaar toward the Tower of David Museum that presents the history of Jerusalem and ancient remains of the city beginning with the first temple period.
Overnight Jerusalem.
Drive to the The Israel Museum and explore the Shrine of the Book where the Dead Sea scrolls are housed, and the Holy Land Model, a miniature replica of Jerusalem as it was during the second temple period.
Proceed to Mount Herzl, named after the founder of modern Zionism, to pay your respects. Continue to Yad Vashem – the museum that tells the stories of the Holocaust commemorates the lives of those who perished and survived its atrocities.
Dive deeper into Jerusalem’s history with a tour of its vibrant New City neighborhoods. Wander through narrow alleys, listen to captivating tales, and uncover the rich tapestry of the city’s past that shaped its foundations.
Overnight Jerusalem.
Drive through the Judean desert to the Dead Sea-the lowest point on earth. Begin your adventure with a visit to the ancient synagogue at Ein Gedi, where intriguing tales of the town’s secrets await.
Ascend Masada by cable car and tour the mountain fortress built by King Herod, where the Zealots made their last stand against the Romans. Visit the remains of the walls, palaces, synagogue, and bathhouse. Descend by cable car.
Next, stop for a “Lunch and Swim” at the spa facilities in one of the leading hotels in the area and enjoy a float in the mineral-rich Dead Sea.
Overnight Jerusalem.
Enjoy the day at your leisure.
Overnight, Jerusalem
Transfer to Ben-Gurion airport for departure.
Accommodation
The hotel is located in Kibbutz Lavi, an area of lush vegetation surrounded by green fields. Guests and visitors have magnificent views of the Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights. The design combines happiness and colors with serenity and harmony; this is a place that tells you to sit down and relax!
The Dan Panorama is furnished with contemporary flair and highlighted by splendid views, the Dan Panorama Hotel features elegantly appointed guestrooms that blend luxury with the efficacy of advanced technology. Across the street is the Mediterranean Sea so you can be on the inviting sandy beach within minutes.
The Dan Panorama Hotel Jerusalem with its dignified architecture and honey-colored Jerusalem stone exterior resonates with the spirit of this legendary city. The Dan Panorama Hotel boasts an exceptional location that enables you to explore Jerusalem’s multifaceted attractions simply by stepping outside.
The King David Jerusalem Hotel, one of the world’s legendary hotels, is a major landmark in a unique and historic city. Blending the past and the refinement of the ancient world, the King David Hotel is unquestionably the most famous of all of Jerusalem’s hotels. A don’t miss!
Experience The Vibe – Hotel Prima City is an ideal home-base, seconds from the beach, to plan and enjoy an eventful and comfortable stay in Tel Aviv, at a great value. Whether traveling for business or pleasure; resting, beach-going, or exploring the city inside & out, the Hotel Prima City is ideally situated on a quiet side street, in the heart of Tel Aviv.
At Prima Kings you will get a sense of the mosaic of Jerusalem’s diverse cultures, history and religions, and enjoy a unique Jerusalem experience. It is centrally located along one of the City’s most famous intersections – where modern Rehavia meets Old City with the Great Synagogue just meters away.
The Dan Tel Aviv Hotel reflects Tel Aviv’s dynamic lifestyle. The first luxury Tel Aviv hotel in Israel’s first Jewish city, the Dan Tel Aviv has always been a prime venue for statesmen, politicians and artists who gathered here from the earliest years of the State of Israel.
The prestigious and award-winning Herods Tel Aviv Hotel is one of Tel Aviv’s finest luxury hotels, exuding a charming old-world style that you won’t find anywhere else. Nestled in the buzzing heart of Tel Aviv, just minutes’ walk from its most famous neighborhoods, and the white sand and emerald waters of the Mediterranean, Herods Tel Aviv Hotel affords you the perfect way to experience authentic Tel Aviv.
The central setting of Leonardo Plaza Jerusalem is just one element of this luxurious hotel’s promise of urban adventures in the Holy City. The Great Synagogue is literally at your doorstep, and the Old City with the Western Wall is just 15 minutes on foot from the hotel.
Start your day with healthy bites from the Israeli-style breakfast buffet served in a stylish dining room. For dinner, there are a la carte delights inspired by Italian cuisine in the Primavera chef restaurant. Every Friday evening and Saturday for lunch you will experience authentic Israeli dining traditions, with kosher food in observance of the Shabbat.
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