
Highlights of Israel
- Tour Operator:
- Explore!
- Max group size:
- 18
- Age range:
- 16 to 85
- Operated in:
- English
- Tour id:
- 124662
- Hygiene Measures:
- Included
Places You’ll See

Highlights
- Discover the architectural artistry of Tel Aviv's White City
- See the biblical Sea of Galilee, Jericho and Qumran
- Float in the famous saline sea at the lowest point on Earth
- Visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem
- Enter the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem
Itinerary
- Introduction
- Day 1: Join trip in Tel Aviv
- Day 2: Tel Aviv city tour, then explore Old Jaffa, Caesarea and Haifa
- Day 3: Visit Sea of Galilee and holy places of Capernahum; afternoon tour of Nazareth
- Day 4: Visit Jericho, Dead Sea float and sleep in the desert
- Day 5: Visit the sky fortress of Masada at sunrise, take a camel ride and walk in Ein Gedi Nature Reserve. A free evening in Jerusalem
- Day 6: Exploring Jerusalem
- Day 7: Walking the biblical trail in Jerusalem
- Day 8: Trip ends in Jerusalem
What's Included
- Accommodation
- Guide
- COVID-19 Health & Safety Measures
- Meals
- Additional Services
- Transport
- Optional Extras
- Additional Services
Where You'll Stay
Operated by Explore!
We've been taking small groups on adventure holidays for almost 40 years. Our authentic adventure travel experiences explore the sights and culture of a country, with hand-picked accommodation that balances comfort and location. Our average group tour size is just 12; perfect for meeting new people and getting to the heart of our destinations. Explore is one of the worlds most trusted adventure travel companies with over 500 trips to more than 120 countries. We are passionate about travel and have developed a wide range of unique activities and adventures which give our customers an unforgettable experience with a team of award-winning Explore leaders. With Explore, you'll get to see your destination from a whole new perspective that takes you away from the typical well-trodden tourist track. You'll have the chance to meet, dine and stay with local people, rest in authentic accommodation with other like-minded explorers and travel to must-see destinations with a unique Explore twist. From family holidays to trips for solo travellers; cycling tours to wildlife safaris; trekking on mountains or exploring miles of scenic coastline; self-guided journeys small group trips or Private Tours; there is something for every kind of traveller with Explore. We will provide our expert knowledge, exciting itineraries and outstanding service as part of our sustainable travel experiences which take you under the skin of the country you're visiting for the adventure of a lifetime.
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Customer Reviews
- Overall RatingExcellent
- ItineraryExcellent
- GuideExcellent
- TransportExcellent
- AccommodationExcellent
- FoodExcellent
- AMichael· January 1st, 2020Optional could have been offered/suggested for the last day in Jerusalem with many of us on later departures.Trip date: December 2019
- AAnnette· December 23rd, 2019I found the single room supplement excessive - especially as we spent 3 nights in a Kibbutz.Explore! commented on this reviewThanks for your review.Trip date: April 2019Review collected by Explore!
- AJohanna· December 23rd, 2019Nicola was an excellent local guide and this trip delivered everything I wanted from this trip. Israel is a magnificent and beautiful country often overlooked by people but very rewarding to visit.Explore! commented on this reviewThanks for your review and praise for Nicola. Glad you had a great trip.Trip date: April 2019Review collected by Explore!
- AChristopher· December 23rd, 2019An extra day in Jerusalem would have enabled coverage of the Israel and Holocaust Museums plus entry to the Temple Mount as part of the itinerary.Explore! commented on this reviewThanks for your review and feedback.Trip date: September 2019Review collected by Explore!
- SSimonInman· September 22nd, 2019Very interesting. Not too much travelling between sites.Explore! commented on this reviewThanks for your review.Trip date: September 2019
- ALyndon· May 17th, 2019Make it a ten day tripExplore! commented on this reviewThanks for your review. Hope to travel with you in the future.Trip date: March 2018Review collected by Explore!
- AAndrew· May 17th, 2019It's a very good introduction to a fascinating country, but it's a pricey trip. 18 is also too large a group to move around - lots of time was wasted waiting on people who had wandered off. Food was pretty averageExplore! commented on this reviewThanks for your review and feedback.Trip date: March 2018Review collected by Explore!
- AKenneth· May 17th, 2019It's an interesting trip and quite varied. It certainly made me think a great deal more about the origins of Christianity and the Jewish religion. It's very full-on but I like that. It packs it all in.Explore! commented on this reviewThanks for your review and feedback. Glad you had a good trip.Trip date: March 2018Review collected by Explore!
- AGlenda· May 17th, 2019A great trip , good variety, good group dynamic and lovely way to spend Xmas ...... thanks for a Xmas I can rememberExplore! commented on this reviewThanks for your wonderful review. Glad you had a nice trip.Trip date: December 2017Review collected by Explore!
- ACaroline· May 17th, 2019Brilliant trip. I’ve recommended it to loads of people & I will definitely be booking my next trip through ExploreExplore! commented on this reviewThanks for your review.Trip date: September 2018Review collected by Explore!
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