Israel - A Journey of Faith

Upon your arrival in Tel Aviv, the ultimate hybrid of east meets west, an airport representative will greet you and escort you through customs and immigration. After the formalities you will take your private transfer to your hotel. Next day, as you drive along the coast, stop at the archaeological site of Caesarea. Visit the magnificent Bahai Gardens, where members of the Bahai faith have established their shrine. Further up is the charming port city of Acre, also known as Akko, the holiest city of the Bahai faith. And the last stop is Rosh Hanikra along the Lebanese border; take a cable car to marvel at the splendid limestone grottos here. After a wonderful drive, relax the rest of your day at your comfortable hotel in Galilee.

Israel’s largest freshwater lake, the Sea of Galilee welcomes you. This is where Jesus is said to have walked on water which makes it an important religious site. Begin the day at the Mount of Beatitudes, situated to the north of the Sea of Galilee. The Mount is believed to be the location where Jesus gave his ‘Sermon on the Mount’ and the views from the hill are awe-inspiring. Move to Tabgha, another location of a miracle and then to The Church of the Primacy of St. Peter and the Church of the Multiplication. Enjoy the beautiful flora and fauna around these churches. Visit the Beit Shean Archaeological National Park, where you can see the history of Israel and the Galilee Boat Museum that was purposefully built to house and display the boat that sailed the Sea of Galilee around 2000 years ago. Yardenit is next, and it is believed by some traditions to be the actual spot where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist. Your Destination Expert will be happy to help you, if you wish to partake in a sacred Baptism ceremony in this iconic place. These two days will take you full circle around one of the most beautiful and significant areas around Galilee.

The city of Jerusalem is truly inspirational. When you wander around, it feels like you are bringing history to life. As you move from Galilee to Jerusalem, visit Nazareth and the Gilboa Mountains. Once you reach Jerusalem, the air of spirituality takes over your senses. First, head to the walled Old City and meander its narrow streets, making your way to the Western Wall, Al-Aqsa mosque and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Stand on the Mount of Olives that overlooks the Old City, standing testament to millennia of history. Stroll inside the Garden of Gethsemane where Jesus prayed before he was crucified. Lay eyes on Mount Zion, the highest point in ancient Jerusalem and where The Last Supper is believed to have taken place. Let your expert guide take you through the lanes of Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus. As you see this town, visit sacred sites like Chapel of the Milk Grotto, Zacchaeus' Sycamore, Mount of Temptation and much more. Ascend to the summit by cable car, and explore the excavation of King Herod’s palaces, the bathhouse, storerooms, the ancient ramp used to ascend the mountain, and one of the oldest still-standing synagogues. Your historic trail is incomplete without experiencing the culture of Jerusalem. Visit the many museums, tantalizing restaurants, bustling markets stocked with spices, breads and nuts and savour some good tea along the way. End your journey with a dip in the Dead Sea. Soak yourself in its hypersaline waters which is one of the natural wonders of the world. Being the lowest place on earth, Dead Sea is known for its healing properties and you can float naturally in them as you enjoy the blue skies above.

Welcome to the city where sun-splashed activities on water and stunning sights of the beaches await you. Visit the Eilat Underwater Observatory, to marvel at the spectacular coral reefs and over 800 species of marine life. It is one of the biggest public aquariums in Israel. After that, you will travel to the oldest copper mines in the world at Timna National Park and gaze at the King Solomon's Pillars known for its huge multi-colour rock formations. Spend a day at Eilat doing nothing and taking in the beauty of this sunny paradise. You can also indulge in activities like scuba diving and snorkeling.

Take a private airport transfer accompanied by an English-speaking representative to take your flight back home.