14 Days Grand Classic Israel & Jordan
DAY 1 Thursday
FLIGHT TO ISRAEL
Overnight flight to Israel.
DAY 2 Friday
ARRIVE IN TEL AVIV
Arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, where you will be met by a IBMT Tours representative and transferred to your hotel. Overnight in Tel Aviv.
DAY 3 Saturday
FREE DAY AT LEISURE IN TEL AVIV
Take advantage of this opportunity to mingle with the locals. Shop at the amazing shopping malls, taste the unique food Tel Aviv has to offer, or just enjoy a relaxing day at one of the beautiful beaches.
Overnight in Tel-Aviv.
DAY 4 Sunday
CAESAREA / MEGIDDO / DRUZE VILLAGE / HAIFA
Embark on a captivating coastal drive to Caesarea, a former Roman capital, where you can witness fascinating excavations, explore remnants of the Roman port and aqueduct, and marvel at the restored amphitheater. Proceed to Megiddo, steeped in biblical history, and explore its well-preserved water system and intriguing archaeological sites. Continue your journey driving through the Druze villages and Mount Carmel to Haifa and be mesmerized by the panoramic view of Haifa Bay, the Golden-domed Bahai Shrine, and its breathtaking gardens blending seamlessly with the surrounding natural beauty.
Overnight in a Kibbutz guesthouse.
DAY 5 Monday
SAFED / KATZRIN / GOLAN WINERY
Set off on an enriching journey to Safed, the renowned center of Jewish mysticism, where you can immerse yourself in the ancient synagogues and soak in the creative atmosphere of the Artists' Colony. Continue your adventure to the beautiful Golan Heights, where you will have the chance to marvel at the remnants of former Syrian bunkers and catch a glimpse of Quneitra. Head on to the thriving Israeli town of Katzrin, known for its vibrant charm. Before concluding your expedition, make a stop at the esteemed Golan Winery, where a wonderful tour and delectable wine tasting await you.
Overnight in a Kibbutz guesthouse.
DAY 6 Tuesday
SEA OF GALILEE / NAZARETH / BEIT ALPHA
Head out on a fascinating day, beginning with a visit to the sacred city of Nazareth. Explore the revered Church of Annunciation, a site of great significance. Continue your journey to Sea of Galilee, where you can delve into the history of Capernaum and marvel at the ruins of the ancient synagogue and the beautiful octagonal Church of St. Peter. Ascend to the serene Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus delivered the iconic Sermon on the Mount. As you drive through Beit Shean, make a stop at Beit Alpha to admire the remarkable remains of an ancient synagogue's mosaic floor, depicting the captivating zodiac.
Overnight in Jerusalem.
DAY 7 Wednesday
JERUSALEM: MOUNT OF OLIVES / OLD CITY / BETHLEHEM
Begin your day with a breathtaking panoramic view from Mount of Olives. Next, make your way to the magnificent Old City, where you can explore the revered Tomb of King David and the sacred Room of the Last Supper on Mount Zion. Enter the walled city and stroll through the newly restored Jewish quarter, witnessing its vibrant ambiance. Discover the remnants of the Roman Cardo, marvel at the historic Herodian quarter, and make your way to the iconic Western Wall. Walk along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Conclude your day with a visit to Bethlehem*, where you can immerse yourself in the profound atmosphere of the Church of the Nativity and the iconic Manger's Square, capturing the essence of this sacred destination. Overnight in Jerusalem.
DAY 8 Thursday
JERUSALEM: ISRAEL MUSEUM / KNESSET / MT. HERZL / YAD VASHEM
Start your day with a visit to the esteemed Israel Museum; Discover the remarkable Shrine of the Book, where the ancient Dead Sea scrolls are safeguarded, and marvel at the intricate miniature model of Jerusalem during the Second Temple period. Drive by the Knesset, Israel's parliament, and continue your journey to Mount Herzl cemetery and pay your respects at Yad Vashem, the official memorial to the Holocaust. Delve further into Jerusalem's history with a tour of Nachlaot. Walk through its narrow alleys while listening to heartwarming tales and uncover the rich tapestry of the city's past that shaped its very foundations.
Overnight in Jerusalem.
DAY 9 Friday
QUMRAN / MASADA / DEAD SEA
Drive through the awe-inspiring Judean Desert, leading you to the extraordinary Dead Sea, the Earth's lowest point, and situated approx. 1300 feet (400 meters) below sea level. Make a stop at Qumran, visiting the historic site where the famed Dead Sea scrolls were discovered. Drive along the shores of the Dead Sea to reach Masada, an ancient fortress of great significance. Ascend by cable car and explore the remnants of this fortified stronghold, renowned for the Zealots' last stand against the Romans in 73 AD. Descend from Masada via cable car and continue your adventure to the Dead Sea. Immerse yourself in its mineral-rich mud and indulge in a therapeutic float on its waters, believed by many to offer revitalizing effects. Overnight in Jerusalem.
DAY 10 Saturday
FREE DAY AT LEISURE IN JERUSALEM
Enjoy a stroll on your own at the Old City of Jerusalem. Visit the local colorful bazaar were you can work on your negotiating skills, or visit the local cafes and amazing restaurants to enjoy the feel of local habits and culture.
Overnight stay in Jerusalem.
DAY 11 Sunday
JERUSALEM / SHEIKH HUSSEIN BRIDGE / JERASH / AMMAN
Drive from Jerusalem to the Sheikh Hussein border crossing for procedures to enter Jordan. Proceed to Jerash - the city of the Decapolis, located about 45km north of Amman in the fertile heights of the Gilad. Visit the ancient Roman city with colonnaded streets, the baths the hill of the top Temple etc. Drive to Amman for a panoramic city tour of the Jordanian capital. Overnight in Amman.
DAY 12 Monday
AMMAN / PETRA
After early breakfast, leave the hotel and travel south on the road to Wadi Musa, the modern village of Petra. Ride on horseback to the "Siq" (canyon) and then on foot to Petra, known as "Sela Edom" or red rock city, the ancient capital of the Nabateans from 3rd century B.C. to 2nd Century A.D. Visit the most interesting monuments such as the Treasury, El Khazneh (a tomb of a Nabatean king) then the field of tombs, obelisks, the altar, (Al Madhbah) - from this point you can view the whole of the rock city, then back to Wadi Musa village. Overnight in Petra.
DAY 13 Tuesday
AMMAN / MADABA /MT. NEBO / TEL AVIV
Drive to Madaba to see the ancient mosaic map of the Holy Land and ruins of historical sites. Continue about 10kms to Mount Nebo, from where Moses viewed the Promised Land. From there you will see the Jordan Valley, Jericho and the Dead Sea etc. Visit the remains of the Byzantine church with a mosaic floor. Drive to the border and onwards to Tel Aviv. Overnight in Tel Aviv.
DAY 14 Wednesday
TEL AVIV / BEN GURION AIRPORT
After breakfast you will be transferred to Ben Gurion airport for your flight back home. See you on your next tour!
* Site under the Palestinian Authority Jurisdiction. Visit subject to situation.
The sequence of the tour, border crossing points used, hotels used and sites visited may be amended due to circumstances.
Included services:
- Welcome to Israel meet & greet upon arrival by an IBMT Tours representative
- Sharing transfer on arrival and departure (from/to Ben Gurion Airport)
- 12 nights accommodation
- Daily Buffet Breakfast
- Lunch at a Druze village on Sunday
- 2 Dinners in Kibbutz Lavi
- Dinner in Jerusalem on Thursday followed by a Sound and Light show at David Citadel
- 9 touring days in a Deluxe air-conditioned motor coach
- Professional licensed English speaking guide
- All transport and entrance fees to the sites visited as per itinerary
*Please note: Due to availability, the second night in Jordan might take place in Amman instead of in Petra
Not included services:
- Airfare & Departure taxes
- Tips to guide/drivers & hotel staff
- Travel Insurance
- Personal extras on meals not mentioned above
- Border tax and visa to Jordan to be paid locally, approx USD $130/person.
*Child min. age - 5 years old
Disclaimer:
- The hotels in the tour might be replaced with similar ones depending on availability
- Bethlehem site is under the Palestinian Authority Jurisdiction. Visit subject to situation
- Dead Sea visit subject to weather conditions
- The sequence of the tour, border crossing points used and sites visited and hotel used may be amended due to circumstances