Overview
Itinerary
Welcome to Israel, where we'll kick off our tour in the City of Gold. In this religious center of Christianity, Islam & Judaism, we'll begin with an included dinner to get to know each other. (D) Stay: Prima Park Hotel (or similar)
Today you have the option to go beyond the monuments and dig deeper into ancient life, with a free day to explore. Maybe step back in history at the Israel Museum to view the Dead Sea Scrolls and see what the city might have looked like in ancient times with the Second Temple Model. Or take up the chance to visit the ancient fortress of Masada and float in the Dead Sea on our optional day trip. (B)
For our second day in Jerusalem we'll begin with a full day tour, uncovering secrets and culture that dates back thousands of years. We'll discover the city's holy history and iconic sites, including the Jewish Quarter and the Arab Market, and visit Lions Gate, Dolorosa, and the Church of Holy Sepulchre.
Tonight you have the chance to see the city lit up at night, with an optional light show. (B)
It's been incredible, but it's time to move on from Jerusalem and discover more of Israel. On our way out of Jerusalem, we'll make a visit to the sobering site of the Yad Vashem Museum and Memorial, also known as The World Holocaust Remembrance Center. Here in Haifa we'll discover life outside of the cities on a Kibbutz, a collective community way of living, unique to Israel. We'll enjoy a traditional dinner here at the Kibbutz and experience Israeli hospitality. (B/D) Stay: Gev-Holiday Village (or similar)
Waving goodbye to Kibbutz life in Haifa, today we have our sights set for Tel Aviv. We'll meet Doris Hiffawi as part of a MAKE TRAVEL MATTER® experience and enjoy famous Anton coffee and sweets as Doris invites us to her home in the Ajami neighborhood of Jaffa. She will share her personal story of a Christian girl growing up in a Jewish, Muslim, and Christian area. Her heartfelt story shows the complexity of the mixed population city, speaks to the Arab Christian identity in Israel, and explores the true meaning of female empowerment in the area.
After all the ancient history we've absorbed on this trip, you'll have the whole afternoon and evening free to orientate yourself into the urban vibes of Tel Aviv. (B) Stay: Lighthouse Hotel Tel Aviv (or similar)
The day is yours to explore at your own pace, and in a city inundated with beaches, parks, museums, shopping centers and cafes, we promise you won't get bored. Keep it high energy with a day full of seeing the sights and sinking your teeth into Tel Aviv's eclectic culinary scene, or slow it down with a day spent perusing boutiques with an ice cream in hand. (B)
It's been one incredible adventure, but all good things must come to an end.
After a hearty breakfast, we'll say our goodbyes and swap details. We sense new adventures on the horizon! (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Tour Jerusalem - Visit one of the world’s oldest cities and a holy focal point for three different religions. See the Church of Holy Sepulchre, Arab Market, Jewish Quarter and Western Wall.
- Visit Yad Vashem Memorial - Pay your respects to the Jewish people who suffered in WWII, at Israel’s official site of remembrance.
- Day Tour of the Dead Sea & Masada - Take a day trip through the Judean desert to reach two of Israel's most famous sites, Masada & the Dead Sea.
- 6 Breakfasts, 2 Dinners
- 6 nights in Hotels
- Expert Trip Manager + Driver Team + Local Guides
- Itinerary and inclusions are subject to change
- Price is for land, cruise and internal flights as specified. Flights not specified are not included
Brochure
Contiki Worldwide (2024-25)
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