DAY 1 JERUSALEM

Arrive at any time. Arrival transfer included.

We highly recommend booking a pre-night in Jerusalem to recover from jetlag and relax as this is a fast paced trip with little free time.

Arrival Day and Welcome Meeting

1h 18:00

The adventure begins tonight. Feel free to explore, but make sure you’re back in time to meet the group. After introductions, your CEO will review the details of your tour.

Private Vehicle

Ben Gurion Airport ? Jerusalem

Stretch out and scan the scenery from the comfort of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

National Hotel (or similar)

DAY 2 JERUSALEM

Take a specially designed walking tour of the Old City of Jerusalem with both Israeli and Palestinian guides trained by National Geographic Emerging Explorer Aziz Abu Sarah. This unique dual-narrative tour allows travellers a deeper understanding of the diverse cultural, religious, and political aspects of Israel. Visit key sites including the Temple Mount, Dome of the Rock, and the Al Aqsa Mosque. Continue to the Western Wall, then walk through the Stations of the Cross to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. This afternoon, visit the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane, and the Church of All Nations. Later, enjoy a discussion on the current state of affairs with a leading Israeli scholar.

Old Jerusalem Walking Tour

Jerusalem

Take a specially designed walking tour of the Old City of Jerusalem with two guides: one Israeli and one Palestinian, both trained by National Geographic Emerging Explorer Aziz Abu Sarah. This unique dual-narrative tour allows travellers a deeper understanding of the diverse cultural, religious and political aspects of Israel. Visit key sites including the Temple Mount, Dome of the Rock, and the Al Aqsa Mosque. Continue to the Western Wall, then walk through the Stations of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa, ending inside the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. In the afternoon, ascend to the top of the Mount of Olives, taking in panoramic views of the Old City.

Discussion with Israeli Scholar

Jerusalem

Discuss present-day Israel with a local rabbi who specializes in conflict resolution. Sit down with this leading Israeli scholar to talk about the current state of affairs here, gaining insight into both Israel and the Middle East.

Private Vehicle

Jerusalem

Stretch out and scan the scenery from the comfort of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

National Hotel (or similar)

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 3 JERUSALEM

Take a sobering visit to Yad Vashem Memorial to learn about the Holocaust and its ramifications today. In the afternoon, visit the famed Israel Museum. View the Dead Sea Scrolls, housed in the Shrine of the Book, and walk through the museum?s state of the art archeological exhibition.

Yad Vashem (Holocaust Museum) Visit

Jerusalem

The Holocaust History Museum is home to state-of-the-art exhibits on this horrific tragedy. It also showcases original artifacts and survivor testimonies.

Israel Museum & Dead Sea Scrolls

Jerusalem

Visit the famed Israel Museum and view the Dead Sea Scrolls, housed in the Shrine of the Book. Considered one of the greatest archaeological finds of the past century, theses ancient manuscripts (dated at over 2000 years old) were discovered between 1947 and 1956 in 11 caves near Khirbet Qumran, on the shores of the Dead Sea. After, walk through the museum?s state of the art archeological exhibition which showcases some of the most significant finds in the region.

Private Vehicle

Jerusalem

Stretch out and scan the scenery from the comfort of a private vehicle.

Free Time

BethlehemAfternoon

Enjoy some time on your own.

Accommodation

National Hotel (or similar)

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 4 JERUSALEM

Enjoy a second exclusively designed dual-narrative tour of Bethlehem with Israeli and Palestinian guides. Visit Manger Square and the Church of the Nativity. Walk through a nearby Palestinian refugee camp and then head to a local Palestinian family’s home for a cooking class and lunch. Later, visit Herodion, a hill fortress built by Herod the Great.

Bethlehem Walking Tour

Jerusalem

Enjoy a dual-narrative tour of Bethlehem with two guides: one Israeli and one Palestinian. This experience was exclusively designed by National Geographic Emerging Explorer Aziz Abu Sarah. Hearing personal stories and cross-cultural learning, visit Manger Square and the Church of the Nativity, known as the birthplace of Jesus, and learn about the city?s shrinking Christian population. Also walk through a nearby Palestinian refugee camp, and learn how murals and graffiti have been used to depict the refugees? struggles.

Palestinian Family Meal

Jerusalem

Enjoy a midday break with a visit to a local Palestinian family’s home. Experience a cultural immersion, learning about daily life in Bethlehem during a cooking class that focuses on traditional favourites. After, enjoy the results for lunch.

Private Vehicle

Jerusalem

Stretch out and scan the scenery from the comfort of a private vehicle.

Visit Herodium Hill & Fortress

Bethlehem

Visit Herodium and the ruins of a fortress, palace, and small town built by Herod the Great. Designated a National Park, Herod’s tomb is thought to be located at this site.

Accommodation

National Hotel (or similar)

Meals included: Breakfast | Lunch

DAY 5 JERUSALEM/TIBERIAS

Start the day with a guided visit to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Masada with stops at Herod?s Palace, the Bathhouse, and the Synagogue. Next, visit Qumran, the site where a Bedouin shepherd found the Dead Sea scrolls. After that, it?s off to the Dead Sea, continuing along the Jordan Valley north to the Sea of Galilee, where we?ll stay in a kibbutz hotel for the next two nights

Private Vehicle

Jerusalem ? Tiberias4h-5h

Stretch out and scan the scenery from the comfort of a private vehicle.

Masada Guided Tour

Masada

Take a tour of Masada, a UNESCO World Heritage site and stunning rock fortress that was the last stronghold of the Jewish in their war against the Romans. The story of the site reveals the courage of the defenders of Massada and their battle against the conquering Romans. Visit Herod?s palace, the mikveh, storerooms, watchtowers, and the synagogue.

Qumran caves

Dead Sea

Visit the desert and caves of Qumran where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered between 1947-1956. Of the 900 scrolls discovered here (to date), most were written on parchment and papyrus and the caves are thought to be an ancient library. Excavations continue and other important archaeological finds continue including an ancient settlement, ritual baths, a tower, pottery kilns and cemeteries.

Accommodation

Ma’agan Kibbutz (or similar)

Hotel

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 6 TIBERIAS

Visit the Mt. of Beatitudes, for gorgeous views of the Sea of Galilee and visit the church that was built atop this hill, where Jesus is believed to have delivered his ?Sermon on the Mount? speech. Continue to the ruins of Capernaum, where Jesus lived and preached, and where many apostles, including Peter, made their home. Learn about the lives of Israeli Arabs on the way to Nazareth, where we visit the Basilica of the Annunciation, one of the largest churches in the Middle East.

Private Vehicle

Tiberias

Stretch out and scan the scenery from the comfort of a private vehicle.

Nazareth Guided Tour

Nazareth

Visit some of the highlights of Nazareth, a city of religious importance and spirituality. Delve into its rich historic and biblical significance, but also admire its modern culture and Middle Eastern charm.

Sea of Galilee area tour

Tiberias

Enjoy stunning sights this morning with a drive to the Mt. of Beatitudes with sweeping views of the Sea of Galilee. Visit the church that was built atop this hill, where Jesus is believed to have delivered his ?Sermon on the Mount? speech. Next, tour the ruins of Capernaum, where Jesus lived and preached, and where many apostles, including Peter, made their home.

Accommodation

Ma’agan Kibbutz (or similar)

Hotel

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 7 TIBERIAS/TEL AVIV

Continue to the Mediterranean, visiting the coastal city of Haifa and then south to Caesarea Maritima to see the ruins of Herod?s harbour city. After, continue toward Jaffa, an ancient port city dating back to the Bronze Age. Continue on to the bustling city of Tel Aviv for our last evening.

After a very busy trip, should you wish to enjoy some relaxation and leisure time, we do recommend booking post nights in Tel Aviv,

Caesarea Guided Tour

Qesarya

Visit the majestic Roman ruins of Caesarea. It was built as part of Herod the Great’s ambitious plan to “Hellenise” the Holy Land in the 1st century BC. He chose the site of a small Phoenician port and built a classical Greek city. Herod also constructed an artificial harbour by making use of concrete piling underwater – the first ever such use of concrete.

Private Vehicle

Tiberias ? Tel Aviv7h-8h

Stretch out and scan the scenery from the comfort of a private vehicle.

Accommodation

Cinema Hotel (or similar)

Meals included: Breakfast

DAY 8 TEL AVIV

Depart at any time.

Departure Day

Not ready to leave? Your CEO can help with travel arrangements to extend your adventure.

Meals included: Breakfast

AGE REQUIREMENT: 12+

All travellers under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult.