Itinerary

Day 1 - : Jerusalem: Arrival in Israel

Your Israel tour package begins with landing at Ben Gurion Airport. As you step on this land, an air of mysticism, bliss, and enthusiasm greets you. An agent’s representative will welcome and escort you to Jerusalem. Once you reach Jerusalem, register yourself at the hotel and head to your room for an ultimate accommodation experience. Refresh and relax at the hotel. If time permits, visit the area around your hotel. Come back to the hotel for an overnight stay and re-energize yourself to hop around the next day.  Distance from Ben Gurion Airport to Jerusalem: 54.7 km (approx.) Travel Time: 50 minutes (approx.) 

Day 2 - : Jerusalem: An Old City tour & a short visit to Bethlehem

Embark on a classic trip to the Old City, coupled with a short trip to Bethlehem. Have a hearty breakfast before starting for a delightful trip. Your trip commences with a beautiful view from the highly significant Mount of Olives. Next attraction where this holy land tour from India takes you is Mount Zion. On this mountain stand the Room of Last Supper and the Tomb of King David. Post visiting these vital places, head to the Jewish Quarter that is an enthralling place that houses museums and synagogues. This Jerusalem trip further takes you to the Roman Cardo. This presents an eclectic assortment of archeology, history, and shopping in an ancient bazaar street. This visit is coupled with that of the Herodian Quarter. Although underground, this quarter was once the upper neighborhood of Jerusalem. Beautiful mosaics and rich findings hint the opulence of erstwhile era that the nobles enjoyed. Head to the Western Wall, which is the divinest among Jewish sites. Now, enjoy a relaxed saunter along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of Holy Sepulchre. Proceed for a Bethlehem trip (Bethlehem is under the Palestinian Authority Jurisdiction. Visit subject to situation). Here visit Rachel's Tomb, the Church of Nativity and Manger's Square. After enjoying a peep in time with today’s day tour, return to the hotel in Jerusalem.  Hop on your bed for a comfortable sleep. Distance from Jerusalem to Bethlehem: 10 km Travel Time: 15 minutes

Day 3 -  Jerusalem: A visit to the New City

The New City of Jerusalem calls you for times to treasure. Savor a delectable breakfast and get ready to explore the New City of Jerusalem as per Israel travel itinerary for the day. A drive to the Israel Museum kick starts your sightseeing spree. In addition to watch its exemplary displays, visit its segment the Shrine of the Book where the Dead Sea scrolls are preserved. The mini-model of Jerusalem is also exhibited here. The model plan showcases how it appeared during the Second Temple period. Continue to the Knesset - Israel's Parliament and Mount Hertzel cemetery and Yad Vashem. The last one commemorates the Holocaust and holds immense importance for the Jews. Proceed to Mea Shearim - the ultra-orthodox Jerusalem neighborhood and get a glimpse of the fascinating lifestyle they follow. Add flavors to this Jerusalem tour package from India with a lip-smacking Middle Eastern dinner. After this redefined dining, spectacular Sound & Light show at the Tower of David Museum concludes your day beautifully. (Show subject to weather conditions) After such an action-packed day, return to your hotel and have a peaceful overnight stay. 

Tip: While exploring the city, try its authentic delicacies like Shalom Falafel, halvah, dried pomegranate tea, Moroccan cookies, Jewish challah, and Syrian pastries. 

Day 4 -  Tel Aviv: Enrich your day with visits to Qumeran, Massada, and Dead Sea

Get introduced to the wonders of Israel as you proceed from Jerusalem to Tel Aviv. Have a scrumptious breakfast before checking out from the hotel. Today, you will be moving to Tel Aviv, the country’s major city as per this Israel tour package from India. As you enjoy a ride through the Judean desert towards the well-known Dead Sea, stop at Qumeran. The site was home to Dead Sea scrolls before these were discovered between 1946 and 1956. Now, you will be driven to Massada, along the shores of the Dead Sea. In Massada, you will ascend by a cable car to reach the ancient fortress, which has a poignant past. On this fortress, Jewish zealots committed mass suicide after their last stand against the Romans in 73 A.D.The highlight of your tour today is a Dead Sea trip (subject to weather condition). Among the most bewildering creations of Mother Nature, Dead Sea is earth’s lowest point as it flows almost 1300 feet below sea level. At this sea, you need not be a swimmer as its hypersaline water eases floating. Cover yourself with its mineral-rich black mud for the best therapeutic results.Enjoying activities galore, you will reach Tel Aviv. Check-in to your hotel for a peaceful overnight stay. 

Day 5 - Tel Aviv: A pleasurable day at leisure

Delight in the leisure day as per your sweet will. Greet the morning with a lovely breakfast and plan how you want to spend your leisure day. The happening city offers you myriad options to add flavors to the day.  To relax, you can head to the Mediterranean Sea. Whether splash in the refreshing turquoise water or just laze on the powdery sands. Jazz up your Israel holiday with an Israel Philharmonic Orchestra performance at the Tel Aviv Culture Palace. To witness the youthful spirit of the city, visit the hip and happening Florentine neighborhood.  The city also offers bikes on rent, facilitating you to discover the city while paddling. You can also go for a shopping spree to the Carmel Market and buy home exotic spices and souvenirs.  If you want to take your leisure day to a new level, zoom to the adjacent Jaffa town, which is the world’s second oldest port city. Spending a day at Hayarkon Park is also a good idea. The park is Israel’s green lung where emerald lawns, bicycle trails, a little rhythmic river, several fun-filled activities, and boat ride make your day.Come back to the hotel and doze off for the night. 

Optional: Activities of the leisure day (charges extra) 

Day 6 - Safed: Arrival and a wonderful sightseeing experience

The next leg of your Israel tour Package takes you to Safed – Israel’s highest city for an unprecedented experience.The morning adds flavor to your day with a nutritious breakfast before you checkout from the hotel. As you proceed to Safed, a region of upper Galilee, meander through the coastal plains to Caesarea. The latter was once the region’s Roman capital. Catch a glimpse of ancient splendor in the Roman port, the amphitheater, aqueduct, and excavations of the Crusaders' city. Next on the list of this Israel travel itinerary is Megiddo, the site of Armageddon. Explore its majestic archaeological excavations. Daliat-el-Carmel, a Druze village is the next attraction enriching your trip. Savor an authentic and delectable lunch here. After refueling yourself, continue to Haifa via Mount Carmel. As you drink in the breathtaking views of the Haifa Bay, wander through the stunningly preserved gardens. Don’t miss out on the Golden Dome Temple in the heart of these gardens. You can also get a good understanding of the Bahai culture here. Reveling in the scenic and historic delights en route, you will reach Safed. Check-in to the Kibbutz guesthouse. Freshen up and dig on a flavorful dinner. Later, have a sound sleep for the night. Tip: Take some time to visit Abuhav synagogue, much loved tourist attraction apart from the sightseeing attractions of the package.  

Distance from Tel Aviv to Safed: 165.7 km   Travel Time: 2 hours, 11 minutes (approx.)

Distance from Caesarea to Megiddo: 49.4 km  Travel Time: 42 minutes (approx.)

Distance from Megiddo to Daliat-el-Carmel: 27 km  Travel Time: 35 minutes (approx.)

Distance from Daliat-el-Carmel to Haifa:17.2 km  Travel Time: 27 minutes (approx.) 

Day 7 - Safed: A pleasurable sightseeing trip

Give your heart and soul a revitalizing retreat with a full day city tour on this day of Israel package tour from India. Begin your day with a scrumptious breakfast and be prepared to explore the ethereal charm of Safed. Wrapped in the aura of Jewish mysticism, the city treats you with a visit to ancient synagogues.Next, head to artists’ colony, populated by artists like sculptors, potters, glassblowers, and scribes. Missing out on Golan Heights during your Israel trip is a no-no. Visit the erstwhile Syrian bunkers here. Now, head to the towns of Kuneitra and Katzrin as per this Israel travel itinerary. After sightseeing, halt at the Golan Winery and sip on the local wines. The pleasure of your trip is enhanced with “Golan Magic” - a multimedia presentation that articulates the history of Golan. Come back to the guesthouse for dinner and a night of soothing sleep.

Day 8 - Tel Aviv: Arrival and exploration

Embark on an absorbing spiritual and historic tour as included in this Israel travel itinerary. Treat yourself to a hearty breakfast at the guesthouse. Now, checkout from the guesthouse to reach Tel Aviv again. En route, you will be visiting the sacred city of Nazareth that witnessed the upbringing of Jesus. Here, enjoy a virtual time travel by visiting the Church of Annunciation that stands above the site, believed to be Mary's home. At this site, angel Gabriel appeared and announced to her that she will give birth to Jesus.Next, stop at Tiberias, a city on the western shore of the Sea of Galilee. The Sea is a silent witness to the many miracles of Jesus. Post this sacred stopover, a Capernaum visit follows. At Capernaum, visit Church of St. Peter and ruins of an ancient synagogue. Your Israel package tour from India also takes you to the Mount of Beatitudes. It is believed that this is the mountain where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount. After visiting this sacred site, continue to Beit Alpha via Beit Shean where the awesome mosaic floor of the prehistoric synagogue awaits your visit. The mosaic is believed to illustrate the signs of the Zodiac.Exploring such distinctive attractions, you will reach Tel Aviv. Check-in to the hotel & relax your weary self overnight. 

Day 9 - Tel Aviv: Departure back home

Bid goodbye to this brilliant experience of being in the country of unparalleled wonders.Enjoy one more breakfast in Israel and checkout from the hotel as this day culminates your holy land tour from India. Get a smooth transfer to Ben Gurion Airport and board your flight back home. As your flight takes off, you might want to look down from the window and think of the beautiful time spent here.    

Distance from Tel Aviv to Ben Gurion Airport: 25.2 km (approx.)Travel Time: 29 minutes (approx.) 

                                               Trip Ends With Sweet Memories !!!