Biblical Lands 5 star - 8 days

Biblical Lands 5 star - 8 days

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Biblical Lands 5 star - 8 days

8 Days Starting and ending in Tel Aviv, Israel

Visiting: Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Nazareth, Golan Heights, Acre

Tour operator:

On The Go Tours

Guide Type:

Fully Guided

Group size:

2 - 28

Physical rating:

Medium

Age range:

12-

Activities:

Sightseeing

From: $3295

NB: Prices correct on 05-Nov-2024 but subject to change.

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Tour Overview

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey through the Biblical Lands of Israel, staying in luxurious 5-star accommodations. This small group tour begins in Tel Aviv, offering a perfect blend of historical exploration and modern leisure. Discover the ancient and sacred sites of Jerusalem, including the Wailing Wall and Temple Mount, and visit Bethlehem's Church of the Nativity. Experience the serene beauty of Galilee, with optional sailing on the Sea of Galilee, and explore Nazareth's Church of the Annunciation. Marvel at the Roman ruins in Caesarea and the medieval fortifications of Acre. Enjoy a day of leisure in the vibrant city of Tel Aviv, or opt for a day trip to the Dead Sea. With daily breakfasts, six dinners, and guided tours, this adventure promises a rich cultural and spiritual experience. All transfers and entrance fees are included, ensuring a seamless and enriching journey.

Highlights

  • Jerusalem - Explore the new and old parts of the city, including the Wailing Wall and Temple Mount.

  • Bethlehem - Visit the birthplace of Jesus Christ and the Church of the Nativity.

  • Galilee - Discover biblical highlights like Tiberias, Capernaum, and Tabgha, with an optional sailing trip on the Sea of Galilee.

  • Nazareth - See Mary's Well and the Church of the Annunciation, the largest church in the Middle East.

  • Tel Aviv - Enjoy a free day in this cosmopolitan city, with options to explore bars or relax on the beach.

  • Haifa - Tour the Bahai Shrine and gardens on Mount Carmel for stunning city views.

  • Caesarea - Discover well-preserved Roman ruins, including an amphitheatre and Crusader Fortress.

  • Acre - Explore the medieval fortifications of this historic Crusader stronghold.

Itinerary

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Day 1: Tel Aviv

Location: Tel Aviv

Accommodation Name: hotel in greater Jerusalem (West Bank)

Monday. Welcome to Israel and the start of your Biblical adventure. We’ll be there to meet you at Ben Gurion Airport and transfer you to our hotel in greater Jerusalem (West Bank). The remainder of today is at your leisure.

Day 2: Jerusalem

Location: Jerusalem

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Begin the day with a trip to the Mount of Olives for impressive views of Jerusalem. See some of the world’s oldest olives trees at the Garden of Gethsemane and discover the glistening mosaics of the nearby Church of Agony.





Continue to the Israel Museum’s, Shrine of the Book to see the famous Dead Sea Scrolls and the beautifully renovated Model of the Herodian City of Jerusalem, dating back to the time of the Second Temple (515 BCE – 70 CE). Scattered over 45 acres of the Mount of Remembrance is Yad Vashem, a vast, landscaped complex with a fascinating museum and a dozen memorials built to honour the six million Jews who died during the Holocaust. We pay our respects and learn more about how this tragedy shaped the modern State of Israel. Later, we visit the picturesque village of Ein Karem, the birthplace of John the Baptist. Spend the rest of the day in Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus. We'll be visiting the Church of the Nativity and enjoying the views of Shepherds’ Fields.

Day 3: Bethlehem

Location: Bethlehem

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

After breakfast today we head to the spectacular Old City through one of the fabled gates. Within its mighty walls we explore the renewed Jewish Quarter, the 2,000-year-old Western Wall, Via Dolorosa – the route that Jesus is believed to have taken as he carried his cross to Calvary, and the Stations of the Cross ending at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the holiest Christian site in the Old City. We’ll also have time to wander the colourful bazaars and pick up some souvenirs.





Later, we make our way to Mount Zion to visit the tomb of King David, the Room of the Last Supper and Dormition Abbey. This afternoon we visit Mahane Yehuda, this bustling market showcases incredible flavours, aromas and colours and is fantastically noisy and exciting place to explore.

Day 4: Nazareth

Location: Nazareth

Accommodation Name: Overnight: Tiberias, Nazareth or Haifa

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Jerusalem - Nazareth - Tiberias. Leaving Jerusalem, we drive north via Jericho, the oldest city in the world. Continuing via the Jordan Valley we reach Beit Shean and explore the excavations of this beautiful Roman city. Afterwards we proceed to Nazareth and the Church of the Annunciation that dominates the city’s skyline. It’s the largest church in the Middle East and one of the Christian world’s most holy shrines. We’ll also visit Mary’s Well and then continue to Safed, the city of the Kabala in the northern district of Galilee, for a walk through the mystic alleys and the artists’ colony.



Day 5: Galilee

Location: Golan Heights

Accommodation Name: Overnight: Tiberias, Nazareth or Haifa

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

This morning we drive to the Golan Heights, where we see the former fortifications and the Druze villages. The Golan Heights is a disputed territory, and our guides will be politically neutral for the duration of our touring in this part of Israel. Afterwards, we visit an Israeli vineyard for wine tasting. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, we'll learn about wine production and sample a collection of fine wines.





We continue past Banias, the source of the Jordan River, to the shores of the Sea of Galilee. Here, we’ll see Peter’s House and the ruins of the ancient synagogue in Capernaum, Mount Beatitudes, and Tabgha where the miracle of the Fish & Bread took place. After learning a little about the importance of Israel's diamond industry at a famed emporium, our day continues with a short tour of Tiberias, an ancient centre of Jewish learning. This afternoon an optional sailing trip across the Sea of Galilee is offered (book & pay locally).



Day 6: Acre & Haifa

Location: Acre

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Tiberias - Tel Aviv. Driving west, we explore the medieval fortifications of Acre, a famous Crusader stronghold. In Haifa we’ll enjoy a tour of the Bahai Shrine, Persian Gardens and Mount Carmel for panoramic views of the city. Heading southwards to Caesarea we visit the Roman Theatre and Crusader Fortress before arriving in Tel Aviv, Israel’s dynamic party centre on the Mediterranean Coast.

Day 7: Tel Aviv

Location: Tel Aviv

Accommodation Name: Overnight: Tel Aviv

Meals Included: Breakfast, Dinner

Tel Aviv. Today offers free time for you to enjoy Tel Aviv your way. Alternatively, you could opt to take a day trip to the Dead Sea to swim in the buoyant waters (book and pay locally).

Day 8: Tel Aviv

Location: Tel Aviv

Monday. Our tour concludes today after breakfast. Included departure transfer to Ben Gurion Airport. If you would like to stay on and further explore, we can arrange post accommodation, please enquire.





For information about visas, top travel tips and much more, take a look through our travel guide.

What's Included

  • Accommodation
    5 star

  • Breakfast daily and 6 dinners

    Enjoy daily breakfast and six dinners during your stay.

  • 7 nights 5 star hotels

    Stay in luxurious 5-star hotels for seven nights.

  • Touring - Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Beit Shean, Nazareth, Galilee, Acre, Haifa and Caesarea

    Experience guided tours in Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Beit Shean, Nazareth, Galilee, Acre, Haifa, and Caesarea.

  • Entrance fees for all included sightseeing

    All entrance fees for the included sightseeing activities are covered.

  • Services of local guides for scheduled sightseeing

    Benefit from the expertise of local guides during scheduled sightseeing tours.

  • Ben Gurion Airport arrival and departure transfer on days 1 and 8

    Enjoy convenient airport transfers on arrival and departure days.

  • All transfers and transportation in modern air-conditioned vehicles

    Travel comfortably with all transfers and transportation in modern air-conditioned vehicles.

  • This coach tour is operated in conjunction with other tourist groups

    Join travelers from various operators on this coach tour, with some staying in different hotels for sightseeing each day.

What's Not Included

  • International flights and visa

    International flights and visa costs are not included.

  • Tip for your tour guide and driver

    Tips for your tour guide and driver are not included.

    It is recommended to allow USD$5-7 per day for your guide and USD$2 per day for your driver.

Age Policy

All Handpicked tours allow children aged 12+ (charged as an adult)

Mode of Transport

Travel in style with all transfers and transportation in modern air-conditioned vehicles, including airport transfers on arrival and departure days, ensuring a comfortable and seamless journey.

Accommodation

Enjoy 7 nights in luxurious 5-star hotels, providing comfort and elegance throughout your journey across Israel's historic and cultural landmarks.

Check out our Q&As

  • What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?

    The tour includes 7 nights in 5-star hotels.

  • Are meals included in the tour package?

    Yes, breakfast is provided daily along with 6 dinners.

  • Is airport transfer included in the tour?

    Yes, arrival and departure transfers from Ben Gurion Airport are included on days 1 and 8.

  • Will there be a local guide during the sightseeing tours?

    Yes, the services of local guides are included for scheduled sightseeing.

  • Are entrance fees to attractions included in the tour price?

    Yes, entrance fees for all included sightseeing are covered.

  • What kind of transportation is used during the tour?

    All transfers and transportation are provided in modern air-conditioned vehicles.

  • Is the tour conducted exclusively by one operator?

    No, this coach tour is operated in conjunction with other tourist groups, and you will join travelers from different operators.

  • Is there an option to extend the stay after the tour ends?

    Yes, post-tour accommodation can be arranged if you wish to stay longer and explore further.

  • What Ethical Travel credentials does the tour company have?

    Ensuring our footprint is light and that the benefits of travelling reach the local communities you visit is paramount to us. We’re proud to say that when travelling with us, the large majority of your holiday funds remain within the countries you visit, supporting local economies at a grass roots level.

  • How long has the tour company been trading?

    Since 1998

  • Who will be my travelling companions on the tour?

    With English-speaking tours, it's not a huge surprise that most on our travellers are from English-speaking countries or have English as their second language. Our group tours cater for everyone from 18 years old to 70+

  • Will the accommodation included meet local health and safety regulations?

    Yes

Reviews of this operator

Nicola Hodgkinson (Google Reviewer)  

Recently returned from Greece, a...

07-May-2024

Recently returned from Greece, a 5 day tour with OTG. Unfortunately, I had a negative experience on day 2 where I needed local support to get me out of a tricky situation. Thank you to Alexandra Z from Hetco Tours in Athens for helping me continue on with the trip, to the Hotel Zafolia staffing team and to Danielle and team here in the UK for supporting me with the aftermath. Your kindness will not be forgotten and I will pay it forward. I've now booked 3 trips with yourselves and will continue to go back. Thank you all. Honestly, I am SO grateful. Blessings to you all. Nicola

Calvin  

Wonderful experience

05-Jan-2023

Jamal is our tour guide. Right from the start, he created a group chat in whatsapp and if any issues to make sure we contact him. He was on the ball with every issue thrown at him. Luggage being left behind, stragglers wondered off in a different path, hotel room etc. He explains the various site along our route to give us a better understanding of the local cultures. We had a great time, thanks to Jamal.

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I have just returned from my tour with On The Go and it was an amazing trip! From arriving at the airport and meeting the OTG representative, everything was well organised and hassle free.  Our tour guide was Amir. He is awesome!! From the beginning he was so friendly and enthusiastic about showing us around Egypt, giving us loads of information at each place and time to explore ourselves. Learnt so much from him about this fascinating place, and he was always happy to answer more questions.   The trip itself was amazing. There's lots of travelling on this trip, but it's really not too bad, and the sights you see when you get to where you are going are worth it. I'm not a big fan of boats, but the Felluca ride across the Nile was pretty fun too.  On the first day I also did the optional tour of Cairo with Ahmed Helal - another excellent guide from OTG. It's worth doing this add on as you don't spend much time in Cairo, and you go to three very different places.  I'm so glad that I decided to do this trip. It was just ace.  If you're thinking about it too, you should probably just book it. And hopefully you get Amir as your guide.

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TOTALLY MOROCCO We booked a 9 day tour of Morocco visiting many main cities and places of interest. The coach was very comfortable and we felt safe with the driver Suliman. The guide was Hicham Touraouine and he was fantastic. He spoke perfect English as well as French, Arabic and Berber. He was so kind and considerate and made a good tour great. We particularly enjoyed ‘glamming in the Sahara Desert. So much to see and do and great food and company. We would definitely use On The Go Tours again, especially if Hicham was the guide. Paul & Penny

Joyce Heitler (Google Reviewer)  

I would give this tour...

09-May-2024

I would give this tour group no stars if possible. The tour was not guaranteed but they did not inform me when I booked and they did not have enough people. Way after I booked they said I needed a doctors letter because I was over 70. Also way after booking I was informed I needed travel insurance. They knew my age when I booked. They would not refund my tour even though it was 4 months away.

Sarah Paterson (Google Reviewer)  

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Terrible tour of India. For some reason On the Go hadn't realised that my room mate had booked her own room for the first night of tour. So the hotel in Delhi had tried to put me in her room after midnight, by wheeling in an extra bed. She went Crazy!! I then had to sit in hotel reception for hours. While the tour guide said he couldn't find me a room. Throughout the tour the guide consistently ask me and my room mate for money for my room, causing more friction between us. Don't book with this company had the worst experience ever. Go with Intrepid or G Adventure

brandy hoffman (Google Reviewer)  

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09-Aug-2023

I had used them once before and loved them. I decided to try them again for a Baltic tour not knowing that they put me on another Tour group- Baltic vision. Loved that tour but was not impressed they marked up the cost for me over 100%. I understand taking some for yourself because of paperwork, but over double the cost everyone else paid on the tour. Just double check before you book with them that you’re not over paying.

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    On The Go Tours requires a minimum deposit of 600 USD per person or the full booking value, whichever is less, with the final balance not due until 60 days before departure.

  • Cancellation Policy

    We don't charge a cancellation fee, here is a summary of on the go tours charges.

    Up to 60 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of deposit.

    At 59 days before tour starts: Forfeit 50% of booking price.

    At 30 days before tour starts: Forfeit 100% of booking price.

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