Overview
Itinerary
Welcome to Israel! On arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, you'll be transferred to our hotel in Jerusalem to spend your first evening in the city, exploring at leisure. (D)
Later, we take a short drive to Bethlehem where we visit Manger Square and the Church of the Nativity – the oldest church in the world and the site where Jesus was born. Following the tour, we return to Jerusalem where you may spend the evening as you please. (B/D)
Say goodbye to Jerusalem today as we travel down the coast we'll visit the Roman and Crusader-era ruins at Caesarea before enjoying a walking tour of the picturesque town of Jaffa, for a chance to marvel at the scenic hilltop views. Finally, we'll arrive in the modern “city that never sleeps” – Tel Aviv. Spend your evening at leisure in Tel Aviv, the city has a plethora of trendy bistros, high-end restaurants and delicious street food stalls to choose from, for dinner. (B)
Spend today exploring Tel Aviv at leisure – relax on the beach or browse the vibrant Carmel Market, enjoying the smells of fresh fruit and spices in the air.
This evening, why not check out the bars around the Rothschild Boulevard area and enjoy Tel Aviv's vibrant nightlife? (B)
Enjoy a full-day guided excursion today, beginning with the ancient mountain-top fortification of Masada (traveling via the West Bank). It was here in around 31 BC that King Herod built himself a palace overlooking the Dead Sea that served as the last stronghold of Jewish zealots during the First Jewish Roman War in 66-73AD. Reach the ancient settlement by cable car and enjoy scenic views over the Dead Sea.
Our tour will continue past Qumran (West Bank), where the 2,000-year-old Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. Then, to the Dead Sea itself – the lowest point on land in the world, take a dip in the therapeutic waters, where the high salt content will keep you afloat. The tour will then return to Tel Aviv where your final night is at leisure.
Please Note: Today's excursion is not operated exclusively for On The Go. Please see our Trip Notes for further details. (B)
If you would like to stay on and further explore, we offer a variety of properties for you to choose from. Browse our best places to visit and best time to travel pages for suggestions on what to see on your holiday. If you can't find what you're looking for, please let us know so we can accommodate your request.
For information about visas, top travel tips and much more, take a look through our travel guide. (B)
Trip Inclusions
- Jerusalem (West Bank) - Explore the sacred sites of the Old City, including the Wailing Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Via Dolorosa
- Bethlehem (West Bank) – Visit the oldest church in the world and the birthplace of Christ
- Haifa – Stroll through the beautiful Bahai Gardens on the slopes of Mount Carmel
- Jaffa - Stroll around the ancient fortified city and enjoy scenic hill-top views of the surroundings
- Tel Aviv – Discover bustling Tel Aviv independently as you enjoy free time in this vibrant city
- Masada – Take a cable car up to the ancient fortification and enjoy unrivalled views over the Dead Sea
- The Dead Sea – Float in the famously buoyant, mineral-rich waters
- Breakfast daily and 2 dinners
- Touring - Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Haifa, Caesarea and Jaffa
- Entrance fees for all included sightseeing
- Services of English-speaking tour guide on days 2, 3 and 5
- Ben Gurion Airport arrival and departure transfers on days 1 and 6
- All transfers and transportation in modern air-conditioned vehicles
- Excursion to Masada and the Dead Sea (in conjunction with other tourists - not solely On The Go, with a bi-lingual guide)
- 5 nights 4 star hotels
- Prima Kings Hotel (Jerusalem)
- BY 14 Hotel (Tel Aviv)
- Excludes International flights and visa
- Excludes Tip for your tour guide and driver. We recommend you allow USD$5-7 per day, per traveller for your guide and USD$2 per day, per traveller for your driver. Tipping your guide and driver is an entirely personal gesture
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