11 Days Israel Jewish Heritage

 

This tour is available also with private guide. For information call us at 1.877.977.4268 


DAY 1 Thursday

FLIGHT

Overnight flight to Israel.


DAY 2 Friday

BEN GURION AIRPORT / TEL AVIV

Arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, where you will be met by IBMT Tours representative and
transferred to your hotel. Overnight in Tel Aviv.  


DAY 3 Saturday

DAY 3 Saturday

TEL AVIV

Day At Leisure


DAY 4 Sunday

DAY 4 Sunday

CAESAREA / HAIFA / ACRE

Travel north along the coast to Caesarea, the ancient port city built by Herod the Great. Walk through the remains of the Roman theater, Herodian palace, and the impressive aqueduct that once brought water to the city. Continue to Haifa for a panoramic view of the Baha’i Gardens and Haifa Bay. In Acre (Akko), explore the massive underground Crusader Halls, a hidden city beneath the streets, and wander the Old City’s market, alive with color, scent, and centuries of history.  Overnight at a Kibbutz guesthouse.
 


DAY 5 Monday

GOLAN JEEP ADVENTURE / GOLAN HEIGHTS / MYTICAL SAFED

Begin the day with a jeep adventure at the foot of the Golan Heights, where off-road trails lead through dramatic landscapes, offering a fun and thrilling way to experience the region’s natural beauty up close. Ascend to the Golan Heights and go to a commanding observation point overlooking Quneitra and the Syrian border—a striking location that highlights the region’s strategic and historical importance. Visit Tzfat (Safed), one of Judaism’s Four Holy Cities. Walk its winding alleyways, explore the artists' quarter, and encounter the mystical tradition of Kabbalah that shaped its unique spiritual atmosphere.  Overnight at a Kibbutz guesthouse.
 


DAY 6 Tuesday

TIBERIAS / BEIT SHEAN / BEIT ALPHA / GQASR AL YAHUD / JERUSALEM

Begin the day in Tiberias, nestled along the shores of the Sea of Galilee. Walk along the beautiful lakeside promenade and hear stories of the city's development during the Ottoman era, including some of the historic buildings that still stand today. Continue south to the remarkable archaeological site of Beit She’an, once a major Roman and Byzantine city. Walk its ancient streets, stand in the grand Roman theater, and take in the scale and preservation of a city that flourished for centuries and witnessed both glory and destruction. From there, journey to Qasr al Yahud, the traditional site where the Israelites crossed the Jordan River into the Promised Land. As the day draws to a close, you will arrive in Jerusalem, pausing at Mount Scopus for a blessing at this breathtaking panoramic view of the city that has drawn hearts and prayers for millennia.
Overnight in Jerusalem.

 


DAY 7 Wedneday

DAY 7 Wedneday

MOUNT ZION / JEWISH QUARTER / WESTERN TUNNELS

Step into the heart of Jewish history on Mount Zion, beginning with a visit to King David’s Tomb, a site of reverence and tradition for generations. Enter the Old City and make your way through the Jewish Quarter. Walk along the Cardo, the once-bustling Roman thoroughfare, now lined with modern life and layered with centuries of history. Continue to the Jerusalem Archaeological Park at the Davidson Center, where remnants of the First and Second Temple periods reveal Jerusalem’s sacred past in powerful, tangible ways. Then descend into the Western Wall Tunnels, where massive Herodian stones and hidden passageways bring you face to face with the enduring strength and spirit of Jerusalem through the ages.  Overnight  in Jerusalem.
 


DAY 8 Thursday

DAY 8 Thursday

YAD VASHEM / MT. HERZL / ISRAEL MUSEUM

Begin the day at the Israel Museum, where the Shrine of the Book houses the Dead Sea Scrolls, ancient manuscripts that bridge scripture, archaeology, and faith. Continue to Mount Herzl, Israel’s national cemetery and the final resting place of the country’s leaders, soldiers, and visionaries. Walk through the beautifully kept grounds where memory, sacrifice, and statehood converge. Conclude the day with a powerful and moving visit to Yad Vashem, Israel’s official Holocaust Remembrance Center. Through exhibits, testimonies, and memorials, bear witness to the six million who perished and the legacy of resilience they left behind. Overnight  in Jerusalem.


DAY 9 Friday

JUDEAN DESERT / QUMRAN / MASSADA / DEAD SEA

Venture into the stark beauty of the Judean Desert to the legendary fortress of Masada, where you will ascend by cable car to Herod’s ancient stronghold perched atop a towering plateau. Walk the ramparts where the Jewish Zealots made their final, defiant stand against the Roman Empire — a site steeped in courage, sacrifice, and enduring spirit. From the heights of Masada, you will descend to the shores of the Dead Sea. At a nearby hotel, enjoy lunch and access to the spa facilities, including pools, showers, and changing areas. Take the opportunity to float effortlessly in the Dead Sea’s salty, mineral-rich waters, and soak in the unique atmosphere of the lowest place on Earth.  Overnight in Jerusalem.


DAY 10 Saturday

AT LEISURE

Overnight in Jerusalem.


DAY 11 Sunday

JERUSALEM / BEN GURION AIRPORT

After breakfast, transfer to Ben Gurion Airport for departure.  


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)                    
  • 9 nights accommodation on BED & BREAKFAST
  • 2 Dinners at kibbutz hotel Lavi
  • Lunch and Spa at the Dead Sea area
  • 6 touring days in a Deluxe air-conditioned motor coach 
  • Jeep tour in the Galilee
  • Professional licensed English speaking guide
  • All transport and entrance fees to the sites visited as per itinerary

 

Not included services:

  • Airfare & Departure taxes
  • Tips to guide/driver & hotel staff
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal extras and meals not mentioned above

 

*The hotels appearing in the table might be replaced with similar ones

**Our Jewish tours are Kosher and Shomer Shabbat (Shabbat observant)