We start with an overview of Jerusalem and then walk along the Byzantine Cardo, in the Jewish Quarter of the Old City. From the Western Wall (Kotel), we will follow the Via Dolorosa, the Stations of the Cross, ending at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
After enjoying the bazaar of the Christian and Moslem quarters we continue to Bethlehem. In Bethlehem visit the Church of Nativity and overlook the Shepherd's Field.
Drive through the Judean desert to the dead sea. Roadside view of Qumeran caves (visit not included) where the dead sea scrolls were found; Visit a dead sea cosmetic products shop. Stop for relaxation at one of the resorts on the shores of the dead sea; Enjoy the opportunity to float in the unsinkable dead sea and cover yourself with the mineral rich, therapeutic dead sea mud.
Explora uno de los países más fascinantes del mundo con esta fantástica excursión de ocho días con todo incluido, durante la cual visitaremos los principales lugares turísticos de Israel. Este paquete incluye alojamiento durante siete noches con desayuno incluido, traslados desde y hasta el aeropuerto y visitas guiadas con un guía experto en un vehículo dotado de aire acondicionado, para que no te pierdas ninguna de las atracciones de este lugar espiritual. Viajaremos hasta Tel Aviv, Beerseba, Masada y el Mar Muerto, Jerusalén, Belén y Nazaret, entre otros.
Cualquier persona que viaja a Israel siente que camina a través de la historia, pasando por las ruinas de los castillos cruzados y puertos donde pescadores, peregrinos y viajeros famosos estuvieron de paso; por paisajes desérticos que fueron el hogar de tribus nómadas, y el refugio de armadas olvidadas y caravanas de mercaderes en camello, por tumbas de jeques con sus blancas bóvedas, tranquilos monasterios y antiguas sinagogas decoradas con coloridos mosaicos.
Al llegar del aeropuerto pasaremos la primera noche en Tel Aviv, junto al mar. Al día siguiente nos dirigiremos a la fortaleza histórica de Masada, y si lo deseas, podrás bañarte y flotar en el Mar Muerto. Los próximos dos días los pasaremos explorando las ciudades de Jerusalén y Belén. Desde Jerusalén nos desplazaremos hasta Jericó, la ciudad más antigua del mundo, atravesando el valle del Jordán y los nuevos asentamientos israelíes hasta Beit She'an. Después llegaremos a los Altos del Golán, donde podremos contemplar antiguas fortificaciones sirias y las comunidades de drusos además de pasar por Banias, una de los nacimientos del río Jordán. En dirección al oeste haremos una parada en Acre y visitaremos la famosa ciudadela de los cruzados, antes de dirigirnos a Haifa, recorriendo la costa de Cesarea. El último día haremos el viaje de vuelta para explorar Tel Aviv antes de volver al aeropuerto al día siguiente.
It took guts for people to build outside the Old City back in the 19th century, and those who did were considered brave souls. At sundown, all seven gates would close, offering extra security for those inside — but leaving those beyond the walls on their own. But the original inhabitants of Jerusalem — Jews, Christians, and Muslims — were growing in numbers, and space was limited, so they had to look beyond the walls while staying close to the Old City.
Then you have all those who came with the Crusaders for the Holy Grail, and the Arabs who came with Salah Eddin, many of whom stayed and grew the communities even further. Jerusalem became a hub for British, French, Italians, Russians, Germans, Spaniards, Ethiopians, and so many others. For a brief moment in history, everyone was living together with a certain degree of peace and harmony. This is where your Jerusalem tour will take you: to see how communities grew beyond the city walls, and cultures and religions collided. As we explore the edges of the city, you’ll see great monuments built to withstand earthquakes, bullets, and bombs; a Russian compound housing a church, police station, and prison; an Ethiopian church and community next to a building erected by a German protestant architect; and much more.
We’ll head to the famous Machane Yehuda market, which began back in the 19th century as a place for peasants to sell their produce. Today, it’s a major market selling fish, poultry, meat, fruits, and vegetables, along with spices, nuts, and even household appliances. You’ll get to taste of mix sweet and savoury delights from different vendors all over the market.
Vista panorámica de Jerusalén, el Monte Sión, el Casco Antiguo: el barrio judío y musulmán, el Cardo, la Iglesia de Santo Sepulcro, Vía Dolorosa, el Muro de los Lamentos. El tour termina en el casco antiguo.
Drive via the coastal highway to Caesarea to visit the impressive Roman & Crusader ruins. Continue to Acre to see the Crusader Halls. Walk through the old city to see the Oriental Market and the port. On to Rosh Hanikra at the Lebanese border to descend by cable car to the grottos. Continue to Haifa and Mount Carmel to enjoy a panoramic view of the Bahai Gardens and the Haifa port.
Drive through the Judean desert to the dead sea. Roadside view of Qumeran caves (visit not included) where the dead sea scrolls were found; Visit a dead sea cosmetic products shop. Stop for relaxation at one of the resorts on the shores of the dead sea; Enjoy the opportunity to float in the unsinkable dead sea and cover yourself with the mineral rich, therapeutic dead sea mud. Return to point of departure.
Start with an overview of Jerusalem looking down at the Old City and the Temple Mount. See Mount of Olives , the Garden of Gethsemane and the monumental burial tombs while driving along the Kidron Valley.Transfer drive through the Judean desert, passing Jericho, to the northern coast of the Dead Sea to swim and float in the mineral rich waters and enjoy a mud bath.
Drive via the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea area. Visit Massada, the fortress of King Herod and the last stronghold of the Zealots. Continue along the shores of the Dead Sea (the lowest point on earth) to Ein Gedi Spa to enjoy its therapeutic qualities as the rich mineral hot springs, the therapeutic mud and to enjoy the unique experience of floating on the rich mineral water of the Dead Sea.
Drive to Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city. Stop at Mount Zion to visit king David's tomb, the room of last supper and the dormition abbey; Enter the old city and walk through the Armenian and Jewish quarters to the recently excavated and restored Cardo, the Roman road. See the Jewish wailing wall, the Kotel, and continue to the Christian quarter. Walk along the Via Dolorosa and visit the church of holy Sepulchre. Drive through the Judean desert to the dead sea. Stop for relaxation at one of the resorts on the shores of the dead sea; Enjoy the opportunity to float in the dead sea and cover yourself with the mineral rich, therapeutic dead sea mud. Return to point of departure.