Escorted Tours 2023 - 2025

Tel Aviv Jerusalem Bethlehem Galilee Capernaum Nazareth Sea of Galilee < <      Coach Air Nights 2 2 1 4 Jerusalem What’s included ✔ Return flights Heathrow to Israel with Virgin Atlantic ✔ Where you’ll stay Tel Aviv, 3 H Metropolitan Hotel Galilee, 4 H Prima Galil Hotel Jerusalem, 3 H Ibis Jerusalem City Center ✔ 13 meals ✔ 5 excursions ✔ Expert local tour guide Tour pace: Intermediate Day 1: UK to Tel Aviv Depart the UK on your flight to Tel Aviv. On arrival, you will be met and transferred to your hotel. Day 2: Tel Aviv to Galilee B/D Embark on a morning tour of Tel Aviv, home to the unique Bauhaus-style buildings of its UNESCO- listed White City and glorious stretches of beach. A visit to Jaffa, located on the outskirts of the city, allows you to explore this centuries-old city which has been conquered and re-conquered countless times throughout its history. Wander the cobbled alleyways, taking in the historic port which has been in continuous use for over 4,000 years. Travel north to Caesarea to explore the harbour ruins and pillared amphitheatre, before journeying to the UNESCO- listed walled city of Akko. Join Marco Polo, the Knights of the Secret Order of the Templars and the Crusaders, who have all passed through the walls of this city, before heading to your hotel in Galilee. Day 3: Galilee B/D A morning tour of a local kibbutz gives you a chance to witness this unique, communal style of living. Travel onward to the Sea of Galilee. Enjoy a full day exploring the biblical sites of this region, set against this picturesque backdrop. Sail the Sea of Galilee as you cross these waters by boat to the ruins of the former fishing village of Capernaum. Continue onward to the secluded site of the feeding of the 5,000 before visiting the Mount of the Beatitudes. Day 4: Galilee to Jerusalem B/D After breakfast, depart for Jerusalem, stopping en route in Nazareth where you can wander the cavernous interior of the Church of Annunciation. Continue north to the extensive archaeological ruins of Bet Shean. Explore the fascinating excavations peppered throughout the area, which include amphitheatres, bathing houses and pagan temples. Continue on to Jerusalem, passing through the fertile plains of the Jordan Valley, before checking into your hotel. Day 5: Jerusalem B/D Explore Jerusalem’s recent and ancient history on today’s full-day city tour. The morning starts with a moving visit to the Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum where you will gain insight into the grim experiences of the Jewish people during World War 2. After this poignant experience, visit the seat of the Israeli government at the Knesset before stopping in at the Israel Museum. Witness the aged parchment of the Dead Sea Scrolls, which contain the oldest known biblical manuscripts. Next, wander the stall-lined alleyways in a spice-scented souk before walking through the sacred hallways of the UNESCO- recognised Church of Nativity in Bethlehem. Day 6: Jerusalem B/D On today’s tour, follow the path Jesus took to his crucifixion as you walk the Via Dolorosa, a winding street that leads to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. A visit to this church gives you access to two of Christianity’s holiest sites - the hill of crucifixion and the tomb where Christ was buried and resurrected. Journey through Kidron Valley, along the route of Jesus’ flight to the Mount of Olives, as you make your way to the centuries-old religious monuments of Temple Mount, including the gleaming, golden Dome of the Rock. Continue onward and join the pilgrims fervently praying at the Wailing (or Western) Wall before visiting the Antonia Fortress where Jesus was tried for his crimes. Day 7: Jerusalem B/D Enjoy today at leisure, with the chance to explore Jerusalem at your own pace. Alternatively, take an optional excursion (at a fee) to the Dead Sea for the chance to float on its salt-filled waters. Day 8: Jerusalem to the UK B After breakfast, travel to Tel Aviv for your return flight, or continue on to your chosen extension. Israel: The Holy Land What you’ll see ⚫ Explore Jerusalem, visiting Temple Mount and the Wailing Wall ⚫ Sail the Sea of Galilee, seeing Mount of Beatitudes and the ruins of Capernaum ⚫ Explore lively Tel Aviv and the nearby ancient port city of Jaffa ⚫ Marvel at the walled city of Akko and the ancient ruins of Bet Shean Take in the most sacred of these areas and structures as you visit the Virgin Mary’s home in Nazareth, cross the waters of the Sea of Galilee, ascend the Mount of Beatitudes and travel the path Christ took to his crucifixion. Small Group Tour - 25 or less Departures & from prices Oct 2023 £2,349 Dec 2024 £1,599 Nov 2023 £2,199 Jan 2025 £1,699 Dec 2023 £1,849 Feb 2025 £1,899 Jan 2024 £1,699 Mar 2025 £1,899 Feb 2024 £1,899 May 2025 £1,999 Mar 2024 £1,899 Jun 2025 £1,999 May 2024 £1,999 Sep 2025 £1,999 Jun 2024 £1,999 Oct 2025 £2,099 Sep 2024 £1,999 Nov 2025 £1,899 Oct 2024 £2,099 Dec 2025 £1,599 Nov 2024 £1,899 • Lead-in price based on 2 Dec 24 & 1 Dec 25 • A single supplement starts from just £469 • Tipping paid locally $200 pp per tour Extend your tour Tel Aviv city stay, 4 nights 3 H B&B from £539 The Middle East 111 Visit our website or call 0800 954 9329 to book or for further details