Eminent Israel

Eminent Israel

8 Nights / 9 Days – 3 Nights Jerusalem + 3 Nights Tel Aviv + 2 Night Kibbutz

This compact tour coves the very best of Israel:
Heritage: Biblical Landmarks including birth place of the Messiah and last supper site, Holocaust Museum, Centre of Jewish Mysticism, Roman Ruins, Unique the lives of ultra-orthodox Jews
Nature and Unique Experiences: Visit the Mediterranean Sea, Taste some of the best Israeli Wines, Swim in the Dead Sea at the lowest point on Earth

Itinerary:

Day 01: Welcome to the Holy City

Arrival at Ben Gurion Airport and transferred to your hotel
Day free at leisure
Overnight in Jerusalem

Day 02: Old City – Birthplace of Jesus Christ (B)

Panoramic view from the Mount of Olives
Tomb of King David
Room of Last Supper on Mt. Zion
Jewish quarter, Roman Cardo, the Herodian Quarter
Church of Holy Sepulcher
Continue to Bethlehem to view Rachel’s Tomb, Church of Nativity and Manger Square
Overnight Jerusalem

Day 03: Parliament – Holocaust Memorial – Witness the lifestyle of ultra-orthodox Jews (B)

Israel Museum where Dead Sea scrolls are housed
Israel parliament
Mount Herzl Cemetery
Yad Vashem: Israel’s official memorial to the Holocaust
Mea Shearim, the ultra-orthodox neighborhood in Jerusalem, and learn about the residents’ unique lifestyle
At night, spectacular Sound and Light show at the Tower of David Museum
Overnight Jerusalem

Day 04: Bathe in the muds and float in the waters of Dead Sea (B)

Qumran to visit the site where the Dead Sea scrolls were found
Ascend by cable car and tour the ancient fortress where the Zealots made their last stand against the Romans before committing mass suicide in 73 AD
Dead Sea: cover yourself with the mineral rich mud and experience a swim in the Dead Sea, which many believe offers therapeutic effects
Overnight Tel Aviv

Day 05: Day free at leisure (B)

After breakfast, Day free at leisure
Overnight Tel Aviv

Day 06: Roman Ruins in a quaint Mediterranean city (B)

Excavations of the Crusader-era city, the Roman port, aqueduct and the amphitheater that has been restored to its former glory as a concert venue
Megiddo, identified as the site of Armageddon; visit the archaeological excavations, including the well-preserved water supply system
Haifa for a panoramic view of Haifa Bay and the Golden domed Bahai Shrine and Gardens
Overnight in a Kibbutz guesthouse

Day 07: Center of Jewish Mysticism – Winery tour with Wine tasting (B)

Safed, the center of Jewish mysticism; visit the ancient synagogues and the Artist Quarter
Golan Heights to see the former Syrian bunkers, Quneitra and the new Israeli town of Katzrin
Golan Heights Winery tour and wine tasting
Golan Magic for a Multimedia presentation of the area and its history
Overnight in a Kibbutz guesthouse

Day 08: Sea of Galilee / Nazareth / Beit Alpha (B)

Nazareth: visit the Church of Annunciation
Capernaum to see the ruins of the synagogue and octagonal Church of St. Peter
Mount of Beatitudes where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount
Beit Alpha to see remains of the mosaic floor of an ancient synagogue depicting the zodiacs
Overnight in Tel Aviv

Day 09: Return home with memories (B)

After breakfast, transfer to Ben Gurion Airport for departure

INCLUSIONS:

3*/ 4*/ 5* Accommodation as per itinerary (subject to availability) at the time of booking or similar.
Includes meals as per itinerary (B= breakfast, L= lunch, D= dinner).
City tours and excursions according to itinerary
All other services according to itinerary
Entrance Fees as per itinerary.
Airport transfers.

EXCLUSIONS:

All flights, excess baggage fees, airport departure taxes and other relevant taxes
Optional activities and excursions
Drinks, tips, laundry, bottled drinking water and other personal expenses
Medical, Travel and Baggage Insurance
Holiday Surcharge
Porterage at airport and hotels
Gratuity for your professional driver guide
Items of a personal nature (i.e. internet, curio, laundry, beverages, etc.) unless specifically quoted for above
Tips and gratuities
Passport and Visa fees
International Airfare
Optional Tours
Anything not specifically quoted in the inclusions
Train tickets

NOTES:

Rates are subject to availability and to further terms and conditions.
All prices are correct at the time of printing. Namaste Tourism reserves the right to alter the published price of any tour due to increasing tariffs, costs and entry fees or fluctuation of exchange rates, such amounts shall be determined at the sole discretion of Namaste Tourism.
No reservations have been made and accommodation is subject to availability. In case of non-availability, alternate accommodation will be recommended.
All outdoor activities are weather permitting.
Smoking is not allowed in the vehicles. Comfort stops will be made en route.
All distances and travelling times are approximate.
Peak Season Surcharge may be applicable during Xmas, New Year or during any special events.
Namaste Tourism Terms & Conditions Apply.
Effective November 15, 2015, Swachh Bharat cess in addition to the Service tax will be applicable on all currencies (payable in INR).
All Payments to be made in INR, USD or EUR as per rate of exchange at the time of booking.
Any payments automatically mean adherence to the terms & conditions of Namaste Tourism.
5%GST and 5% TCS are applicable