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Tierra Santa, Spanish-speaking guide (Monday)

Name: Tierra Santa, Spanish-speaking guide (Monday)
Brand: Elife Travel
Price: 1646.17 USD
Availability: InStock

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Country:

Israel

Flight:

Not included

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Tour id:

213357

Operator:

Holiday Travel Israel
Length:

8 days
Group size:

50 pax
Age:

2 to 90
Difficulty:
Difficulty levels:
- Relaxing
- Easy
- Moderate
- Serious
- Heart-pumping

11.08-18.08.25 guaranteed
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Itinerary

During this eight-day tour, discover the incredible highlights of Israel. Being in the vibrant city of Tel Aviv and then go explore ancient archaeological ruins and charming villages. You’ll also discover Jerusalem and its fascinating history.

Tour program

Day 1

ARRIVAL TEL AVIV

Upon arriving at Tel Aviv’s Ben Gurion Airport, you’ll meet your tour representative before hopping onto the transfer to your hotel in Tel Aviv. After checking in, the rest of the day is free for you to spent at leisure. You can either hit the streets to start becoming acquainted with your vibrant new surroundings, or relax at the hotel while making the most of the available services. Overnight in Tel Aviv.

Start point

Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) (נמל התעופה בן גוריון), Ha-Mamri'im Rd, Central District, Israel

Day 2

TEL AVIV – CAESAREA – HAIFA – ACRE – GALILEE/TIBERIAS (215 kms - 3 hrs)

After breakfast, visit the Old City of Jaffa, located in the southern half of Tel Aviv. Then hop onto a comfortable bus that will take you from the ‘White City’ of Tel Aviv up the Mediterranean coast to the ancient ruins of Caesarea, the city erected by one of the greatest builders of ancient times: Herod the Great (1st century BC). After exploring this beautiful location humming with history, continue to Haifa and ascend Mount Carmel for a panoramic view of the city. Proceed to visit the Baha'i Shrine, the Persian Garden and the bay. Then drive to the coastal city of Acre to visit the old, famous Crusader stronghold and the Crypt of the Knights. At the end of the day, you’ll finally reach Tiberias, where you’ll check in and have dinner. Overnight in Galilee/Tiberias.

Day 3

GALILEE – NAZARETH – GALILEE/TIBERIAS (50 KMS – 1 HR)

Recharge your energies with breakfast at the hotel and depart to Nazareth to visit the Church of the Annunciation and a number of other holy places. Next we proceed to Tabgha, where you’ll visit the Church of the Multiplication of the Loaves and Fish. Continue then to Capernaum, the most important ministry of the last four years of Jesus’ life. Explore the ruins of an ancient synagogue dating back to the 2nd century. Later, proceed to the city of Tiberias, located on the shores of the Sea of Galilee. Enjoy a brief visit to a local Diamond Factory, the second most important industry in the country. At the end of the visit, return to Galilee/Tiberias for dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Galilee/Tiberias.

Day 4

GALILEE – TIBERIAS – JERUSALEM (200 KMS – 2.5 HRS)

After breakfast at the hotel, drive through the Judean Desert and the Jordan Valley and appreciate the stunning views of the Mount of Temptations along the way. Travel through the valley from the Jordan River up to Beit Shean, a city with a lot of history, being of strategic importance due to its geographical location. Here you will visit the ancient excavations and learn about the many things that here occurred over the centuries. Late in the afternoon, check in to your hotel in Jerusalem and wrap up the day with dinner at the hotel. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 5

JERUSALEM – BETHLEHEM - JERUSALEM (20 KMS – 2 HRS)

Begin your day with breakfast at the hotel and then head out to the New City of Jerusalem. Visit the Sanctuary of the Book in the Museum of Israel, where you can see the manuscripts of the Dead Sea, as well as a model of what the city of Jerusalem looked like in the time of Jesus. Later, enjoy a view of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem before continuing towards Ein Karem, a picturesque neighbourhood on the outskirts of the city, to visit the Sanctuary of John the Baptist. From there, proceed to Yad Vashem, the memorial to the six million Jews who were killed in the Holocaust. Established in 1953, it is located at the foot of Mt. Herzl. In the afternoon, travel to Bethlehem and step into the Church of the Nativity, the Grotto of the Nativity, and the grottoes of Saint Jerome and Saint Joseph. Return to Jerusalem for an optional dinner and to spend the night in the hotel. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 6

JERUSALEMOLD CITY

Wake up to breakfast at the hotel and drive via Mount Scopus to the Mount of Olives, from where you can admire a wonderful view of the Old City of Jerusalem, which is where you will head next. Continue then to the garden of Gethsemane, brimming with olive trees, and see the Basilica of all Nations. Then delve into the Old City and visit the Western Wall (also known as the ‘Wailing Wall’), from where you can appreciate the Temple Esplanade. Proceed to walk along the Via Dolorosa all the way to the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre. Later in the day, visit Mount Zion, the Abbey of the Dormition, the Tomb of King David, and the Cenacle (the room where the Last Supper took place). At the end of the visit, return to Jerusalem for an optional dinner. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 7

JERUSALEM (OPTIONAL TOURMASADA)

Have breakfast at the hotel and then enjoy a full day to yourself in which you get to explore Jerusalem and the surrounding areas at your own rhythm. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can also join an optional tour to Masada and the Dead Sea: drive to the Dead Sea via Arad and then turn south to Masada, Israel’s foremost archaeological site. Ascend via cable-car to for a thorough visit during which you will learn about the rituals, politics and culture of the people who inhabited this desert fortress, the last stronghold of the Jewish Zealots in their war against the Romans. Visit the excavations, Herod’s palaces, the synagogue, the bathhouse and the cisterns, and enjoy the breathtaking view of the Roman camps and the Dead Sea from the top of the hill. Descend then to the lowest place on earth: the Dead Sea. Experience the mineral-rich black mud and float in its salty waters. At the end of the visit, drive back to Jerusalem for an optional dinner and later spend the night in the hotel. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Day 8

DEPARTURE JERUSALEM – TEL AVIV

We have reached the last day of the tour! Enjoy one final breakfast before your transfer takes you to the airport to catch your flight back home. Breakfast included.

End point

Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) (נמל התעופה בן גוריון), Ha-Mamri'im Rd, Central District, Israel

Tour Details

accommodation

7 nights’ accommodation

Day 1 Tel Aviv:

Standard Hotel Category = Seanet Hotel or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Crowne Plaza or similar 4*

Day 2-3 Galilee/Tiberias:

Standard Hotel Category = Jakob/Prima or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Caesar Hotel or similar 4*

Day 4-7 Jerusalem:

Standard Hotel Category = Jerusalem Gold Hotel or similar 3*
Superior Hotel Category = Lady Stern Hotel or similar 4*

guide

Operated with a shared Spanish-speaking guide for the duration of the tour

meals

7 breakfasts

2 dinners (Day 2, 3)

others

All entrance fees and visits indicated as included in the itinerary: visit to the Sanctuary of the Book in the Museum of Israel, the Sanctuary of Saint John the Baptist and Yad Vashem, the garden of Gethsemane, the Basilica of all Nations, the Western Wall, the Basilica of the Holy Sepulcher, Mount Zion, the Abbey of the Dormition and the Tomb of King David in Jerusalem; visit to the Church of the Nativity, the Grotto of the Nativity, the grottoes of Saint Jerome and Saint Joseph in Bethlehem; visit to the excavations in Beit Shean; visit to the ancient synagogues and the Colony of Artists in Safed; visit to the Church of the Annunciation and other holy places in Nazareth; visit the ruins of an ancient synagogue in Capernaum; visit to the Diamond Factory in Tiberias; visit to the fortified city of the Crusaders in Acre.

Assistance at the airport upon arrival

Porterage at the airport

Tips for guides, drivers and hotel staff

Lunches and beverages with meals

Travel, medical or baggage insurance

Optional tours and activities

KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

From January 2025, visitors from visa-exempt countries are required to obtain an ETA-IL(Electronic Travel Authorization) to enter the state of Israel https://israel-entry.piba.gov.il/. All travellers to Israel must have a valid visa or an ETA-IL approval before they start their journey. Israeli citizens or holders of an Israeli identity number do not need to apply for an ETA-IL.

Upon arrival at Ben Gurion Airport - Terminal 3, once the Passport and Entrance control procedures have been completed, use Exit 2 where a representative/chauffeur will be waiting to accompany you to the vehicle and transfer you to your hotel.

Hotel early check-out, early check-in, late check-in, connecting or adjoining rooms are all subject to availability and not guaranteed

Please note that hotel classification is as per Israeli standards.

Please note that local conditions prevalent at the time of travel may result in modifications to the contents of the tour without prior notice, including possible changes of hotels and/or itinerary

No refunds for unused services. Splitting the package is not allowed.

Please note that Single rooms are available on request.

transport

Transfer from / to airport on arrival and departure on shared basis

Sightseeing in a modern air-conditioned motor-coach

Good to know

Currency

ILS

New Israeli Sheqel

Israel

Customer reviews

Operator

4.3

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