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Israel: A Journey to the Holy Land
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October 09, 2013, £2149
10 days • 15 meals
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Day 1: Overnight Flight
Journey with Collette Worldwide Holidays on an inspirational trip to the Holy Land and visit some of the most ancient sites in the world.
Day 2: Tel Aviv, Israel - Tour Begins
Your tour begins in Tel Aviv. Tonight, join your fellow travellers for a welcome dinner.
View Accommodation Today dinner will be included.Day 3: Tel Aviv - Jaffa - Caesarea - Haifa - Acre - Tiberias
Begin the day with a stroll through the ancient port city of Jaffa. Continue along the Mediterranean coast to the ruins of the ancient Roman capital of Caesarea, built by Herod the Great in 22 B.C. Visit the Roman Theatre, Aqueduct and Fortress. Travel the Valley of Armageddon to the excavation site of Tel Megiddo. Next, enjoy a panoramic view of Haifa and the Baha'i Shrine and Gardens on Mount Carmel (UNESCO World Heritage site). Then, visit the ancient Crusader city of Acre, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Your day comes to an end in Tiberias.
View Accommodation Today breakfast and dinner will be included.Day 4: Tiberias - Cana - Nazareth - Tabgha - Capernaum - Sea of Galilee
This morning you’ll visit Cana, considered to be the site of the First Miracle, where Jesus turned water into wine. Next, travel to Nazareth to visit the Church of the Annunciation and Mary's Well. Afterwards, visit the Mt. of Beatitudes, site of the Sermon on the Mount, and Tabgha, site of the Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes. Your visit to Capernaum is followed by an enjoyable boat ride on the Sea of Galilee. Enjoy lunch at a communal settlement, known as a Kibbutz, where you may interact with some of its residents. Later, cross the River Jordan to visit the Golan Heights and the Hashalom Observatory.
View Accommodation Today breakfast, lunch and dinner will be included.Day 5: Tiberias - Beit Shean - Jericho - Qumran - Dead Sea
This morning you visit Beit Shean to see the ancient theatre. Continue along the Jordan River Valley to Jericho which, at over 2,000 years old, is considered to be the oldest city on earth. Later, drive to Qumran where the ancient Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. Afterwards, proceed to the lowest place on earth, the Dead Sea. The remainder of the day is at leisure.
View Accommodation Today breakfast and dinner will be included.Day 6: Dead Sea - Masada - Bethlehem - Jerusalem
Today’s route leads to another UNESCO World Heritage site, the former palatial fortress of Masada. Ascending the ancient walls of Masada by cable car, a visit to Herod's Palaces, the Roman Camp and the Synagogue await. A stop in the biblical city of Bethlehem, spread along the Judean Hills, allows for a visit to the Church of the Nativity, the birthplace of Jesus and the first church ever built. Tonight you arrive in one of the holiest cities in the world, Jerusalem.
View Accommodation Today breakfast and dinner will be included.Day 7: Jerusalem
Drive to Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city of Jerusalem and the surrounding area. Proceed to the Church of Ascension and the Garden of Gethsemane to view the Kidron Valley and the tombs of Mary, Absalom, Zachariah and James. Visit St. Peter in Galicantu and Mt. Zion where you will see the room of The Last Supper and the tomb of King David. Visit the Garden Tomb followed by the Shrine of the Book at the Israel Museum to view the display of the Dead Sea Scrolls.
View Accommodation Today breakfast will be included.Day 8: Old City, Jerusalem
A magnificent tour of the Holy City of Jerusalem begins with a drive to the old walled city. Whilst walking through the four quartres that make up the Old City (UNESCO World Heritage site), you will visit the Western (Wailing) Wall, the Temple area, the Dome of the Rock (outside view only), the Pool of Bethesda and the Church of St. Anne. Next, walk the path of the Stations of the Cross as you traverse the Via Dolorosa, beginning at Pilate's Judgment Hall and ending at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
View Accommodation Today breakfast will be included.Day 9: Jerusalem
Your day is at leisure. This evening, join your fellow travellers for dinner.
View Accommodation Today breakfast and dinner will be included.Day 10: Jerusalem - Tour Ends
Today breakfast will be included.
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Extension: Discover Jordan Extension Land
Day 1: Jerusalem - Jordan Valley Border Crossing - Petra, Jordan
This morning you travel to the Jordan Valley, crossing the border* into Jordan. Travel the Desert Highway to the ancient city of Petra.
Day 2: Petra - Wadi Rum
<B>Enjoy a morning tour of the remarkable stone-carved city of Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and one of the new Wonders of the World.</B> A treasure of the ancient world, Petra was “hidden” behind rugged mountains prior to its discovery in 1812 after being lost for over 300 years. Explore this breathtaking city, carved from sandstone by the Nabataeans, with an expert guide and learn about the importance of Petra to the ancient trade routes, the history of its prominence and decline, its rediscovery, and efforts at preservation. This afternoon, depart for the immense desert of Wadi Rum, stunning in its natural beauty and home of the famous film <I>Lawrence of Arabia</I>. Experience desert life and learn about the fascinating history of the Bedouin people who have lived for generations in the Wadi Rum’s stark, fragile and unspoiled desert. This evening, experience the flavours of the region with a delightful dinner at a popular local restaurant.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.Day 3: Petra - Madaba - Mt. Nebo - Amman
Travel along the Kings Highway, an ancient route from biblical times, to the city of Madaba, the “City of Mosaics.” <B>Visit the church of St. George to see the famous 6th century Byzantine mosaic map of the region, one of the oldest in existence, and the museum where many other spectacular mosaic examples are on display.</B> Visit a local mosaic school to learn the history of this ancient art and how to create your very own mosaic piece. You will also visit Mt. Nebo, where Moses saw the Promised Land – present day Israel – and is believed to be laid to rest. Later, arrive in Amman, known as the “White City” because of white limestone used to construct the majority of the buildings.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.Day 4: Amman - Jerash - Jordan Valley Border Crossing - Tel Aviv, Israel
Travel the quiet valley among the mountains of Gilead to the city of Jerash – the “Pompeii of the East.” Step back in time as you tour the ruins with a local guide. Walk through columned streets, hilltop temples, public squares, and plazas. Archeologists uncovered evidence inside the city walls indicating Amman was occupied as far back as the Neolithic age over 6,500 years ago. Later, travel to the Jordan Valley Border Crossing*, returning to Israel. Continue to Tel Aviv for your overnight stay.
Today breakfast and dinner will be included.Day 5: Tel Aviv - Tour Ends
Today breakfast will be included.
Prices featured are prices based on per person double or twin occupancy inclusive of flights. Please call for full details of the airport gateway and airline featured with this tour. Triple and child occupancy prices are available upon request, please call for details. Some dates may feature alterations in hotels, sightseeing and inclusions. The details of your itinerary will be confirmed with you at the time of booking. All prices are subject to change and holidays advertised subject to availability.
