Arrive to Ben Gurion Airport, Tel Aviv: Upon arrival into Ben Gurion Airport – Tel Aviv, you will be greeted by your guide and transported in a private vehicle to your hotel to check in and enjoy a pleasant evening of dining.
Overnight: Tel Aviv

The Nahal Me’arot Nature Reserve, located on the slopes of Mount Carmel in Northern Israel, preserves four prehistoric caves that contain unparalleled archaeological evidence of 500,000 years of human evolution. The site has been listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site not only for its significance to the archaeological study and research of its unique and rare cultural deposits of human development but also because it’s the only site on earth that has found remnants of both Neanderthals and modern humans within the same Middle Paleolithic period.

Beit Shearim is in the lower Galilee region. We’ll visit the famous archaeological site, known for the ruins of an ancient Roman city located on a hilltop overlooking the grounds and the remarkable burial tombs it holds within. Tel Megiddo is located southwest of Tel Hazor, is also known as the valley of Armageddon and believed to be the predicted location for a great apocalyptic battle during the End of Days. This World Heritage Site is the most excavated settlement mound within the region which has revealed substantial remains of more than 26 layers of ancient cities that date back to 7,000 BC constituting an archaeological legacy. It’s also considered an essential historical and archaeological site as it represents the evolvement of Judeo-Christian civilization. With its advantage of abundant water, thriving agriculture and strategic location, Megiddo became the most powerful city-states within the surrounding countryside during the 4th millennium BC through the Late Bronze Age.

Overnight: Haifa

Near the Sea of Galilee is Tel Hazor, one of three Biblical Tels within the country that has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for their cultural, historical and biblical significance. Biblical Tels are historic multi-layered settlement mounds (artificial hills) that are significantly connected with events mentioned in the Bible. Tel Hazor is the largest biblical mount in the country and considered the most important as it is mentioned several times within the Bible. Tel Hazor’s prime location within the dessert along with its size and large population made it one of the most important cities within the ancient world as it dominated the trade route and maintained ties with the great ancient empires of Egypt and Mesopotamia. Explore the ruins of several ancient structures within the city that date back to the reign of King Solomon (10th century BC), the Canaanite Period (15-14th Century BC) and the Late Bronze Age (14- 13th Century BC). Acre: a coastal city near the Mediterranean Sea and one of the oldest historic port cities in the world, with well preserved remains of a medieval Crusader town that has made it a plethora for excavation.

See the Bahai Gardens, also known as the Hanging Gardens of Haifa. One of the most beautifully designed gardens in the country that commemorates the Bahai faith. The uniquely designed gardens are fine works of art that many find serene, tranquil and uplifting, particularly with the magnificent backdrops of the Haifa Bay and Galilee Hills.

Overnight: Haifa

White City in Tel Aviv, the world’s largest and greatest collection of unique International or Bauhaus style buildings. The Old City of Jerusalem is the spiritual center of the world for Christians, Muslims and Jews. This UNESCO World Heritage Site has a history that goes back more than 3,000 years, known for its epochal ramparts, iconic structures, unique buildings, narrow alleys and bustling market place. The city is divided into four unique quarters each of which have its own history, distinct atmosphere and several sites that are of great religious significance. We will explore the Temple Mount (Al-Aqsa Compound) and visit iconic structures such as the Dome of the Rock, Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Western Wall. We’ll then head to the Christian quarter and walk along Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the holiest site for Christians in the Old City. Afterwards, we will travel to Jerusalem where you will check into your new accommodations located within the city center.

Overnight: Jerusalem

Our day begins as we head south to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity, the oldest church in the Holy Land believed to be the birthplace of Jesus Christ in the 2nd century AD. Deep within the church is an intimate cave that enshrines the Alter of the Nativity. The church is a spectacular site of architecture reflecting periods between the 4th- 6th centuries with remnants of Medieval and Roman-style mosaics and paintings.

Afterwards, we will travel to the small village of Battir, a gorgeous and lush green valley located northwest of Bethlehem. The village is a mountainous landscape, known for preserving a very traditional way of life with its man-made terraces and water system that uses one of the oldest farming methods known to mankind (over 2,000 years old).

Our final stop of the day will be the ancient city of Hebron, the largest city in the West Bank with a rich history spanning over more than 6,000 years. Through the centuries the city has seen its share of great events and various civilizations that left it with a tremendous cultural and historical legacy. This World Heritage Site is considered a holy city scared to the 3 monotheistic religions: Christianity, Islam and Judaism. Within the heart of the Old City of Hebron is the Tomb of the Patriarchs or Ibrahimi Mosque, the main holy site of the city and the burial place for the Prophet Abraham and his family. You will learn about the history of Hebron, and the ancient architecture and archaeological sites as we explore the city and walk through the narrow passageways and arched rooftops of the surrounding area. We’ll visit the market place, Old City and various shops where you can find brilliantly handcrafted pottery, ceramics, olive wood and glass products.

Overnight: Jerusalem

Beit Guvrin-Maresha National Park encompasses the remnants of the ancient cities of Maresh and Bet Guvrin. The cities have a history that has seen various historic periods and different cultural groups that go back almost 2,000 years. Situated underneath the city, known as a “city under a city”, are a series of man-made caves and chambers that excavations has revealed to serve various purposes including stone quarries, baths, olive oil presses, places for rituals and worship, burial tombs, water wells and more.

The unique structures of the caves along with the significance of the preservation of the ancient ruins of the landscape itself have been recognized and are protected by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. The Dead Sea, lowest point on earth. At 1412 feet below sea level it is the deepest sea in the world and is one of the world’s saltiest bodies of water. The water does not allow any marine life to flourish, hence its name, but its mineral rich waters and beach mud are famous for its healing properties and has attracted visitors for centuries. Masada, a steep and remote rock plateau on the edge of the Judean Desert an impressive archaeological site that is very well preserved. It’s, a rugged natural stronghold that Herod the Great used to build a massive palace-fortress between 37 – 31 BCE.

Overnight: Dead Sea

In the south near the Negev Desert is Tel Beer Sheva, located not too far from the modern city of Beer Sheva and is believed to be the remnants of the biblical town of Beer Sheva, a town that was mentioned repeatedly in the Old Testament and particularly important due to its association with the Patriarchs.

The town was inhabited as early as the 4th millennium BC and remains incredibly well preserved. Its architectural value stems from the fact that Tel Beer Sheva is the only site that contains evidence of a complete pre-planned Israelite city. The excavation and research of the area provides exceptional insight into city planning during that period of time. We’ll visit the center and southwest region of the Negev Desert. The Negev Desert extends over the country’s southern region and covers more than half of the land area. You will experience the spectacular and vast hilly landscape along with its historical and archeological sites. We will visit the well-preserved ruins of 4 ancient towns established by the Nabateans. Haluza, Mamshit, Avdat and Shivta are UNESCO preserved, as they all were once part of the Nabatean Incense Route that stretched along the Arabian Peninsula to the Negev and Egypt.

Overnight: Jerusalem

Enjoy a day at leisure in Jerusalem. This is an excellent opportunity to explore the city and discover Jerusalem’s culinary staples and stock up on souvenirs and gifts that you may want to take home to friends and family.
Overnight: Jerusalem

Depart from Ben Gurion Airport, Tel Aviv: Following breakfast at the hotel, a private vehicle will drive you back to Ben Gurion Airport where we will bid you farewell in good time for your flight.