12 Day Classic Israel Tour Runs Every Wednesday! Learn about Israel's modern journey, the Mediterranean coast, Masada & the Dead Sea, and tour Jerusalem both the Old and New!
Day 1 Wednesday (Assist & Transfer)
WELCOME TO HOLY ISRAEL!
Assistance at Ben Gurion Airport
After clearing passport control a Shalom Israel Tours representative will be waiting to welcome you, assist with your luggage, and escort you to your waiting chauffeur.
Arrive in Tel Aviv
Stretching along a beautiful beach strip of the Mediterranean Sea, Tel Aviv is considered the face of modern Israel. Nicknamed “The White City” for its abundance of Bauhaus style architecture, Tel Aviv was declared a UNESCO World Heritage City in 2003.
Overnight: Tel Aviv Hotel Options
Day 2 Thursday
ESTABLISHING ISRAEL – A NATION IS BORN
Weizmann House Museum
Dr. Chaim Weizmann (1874-1952), was the first President of the State of Israel. He was the head of the Zionist movement for over 30 years, an outstanding scientist, and one of the founders of two leading academic institutions – the Hebrew University in Jerusalem, and the Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot.
Latrun Police Station & Tank Museum
Numerous significant battles took place here during the 1948 War of Independence. In 1967, it was finally liberated from Jordanian rule during the Six Day War.
Underground Bullet Factory Museum
This secret factory was established by the Haganah in 1945. While it appeared as a Kibbutz laundry facility above ground, below the laundry machines was an underground facility working to produce two million bullets in preparation of the War of Independence.
Overnight: Tel Aviv Hotel Options
Day 3 Friday
TEL AVIV – THE MODERN CITY
ANU – Museum of the Jewish People
The story of the Jewish people is a story of constant renewal. The new core exhibition reflects the Jewish world of today. ANU – Museum of the Jewish People celebrates the multiculturalism of Jewish diversity and adopt an inclusive, pluralistic approach.
Rabin Square & Memorial
Visit the spot where the fifth Prime Minister of Israel, Yitzchak Rabin, was assassinated. The memorial square in central Tel Aviv is home to a monument dedicated in his memory. Learn about the assassination and Rabin’s lasting impact on the State of Israel.
Old Jaffa Port & Market
Built 4,000 years ago, the Jaffa Port is the oldest in the world. Today, the old picturesque buildings and narrow alleyways are home to artists’ studios and quaint restaurants. At the colorful market, vendors hawk everything from antiques and fabrics to second-hand junk.
Neve Tsedek Neighborhood
One of Tel Aviv’s first neighborhoods, Neve Tzedek was built in 1887. This area has housed several famous artists and writers, including Nobel Prize winner S Y Agnon. Today, Neve Tzedek is home to several boutique art galleries, cafes and cultural centers.
Sunset at the Western Wall – evening recommendation
The first and biggest of its kind in Israel, this average street comes alive every Friday. Displaying Israeli-made crafts, jewelry, home décor and art, all goods on display are hand made and sold by the artists, making a visit to this market a memorable experience.
Overnight: Tel Aviv Hotel Options
Day 4 Saturday (Free Day)
TEL AVIV – FREE DAY AT LEISURE
Day at Leisure in Tel Aviv
Visit the “Soho” of Tel Aviv and stroll Dizengoff St., Shenken St. & Rothschild Blvd. Filled with funky street vendors, boutiques and coffee shops, kiosks and local fast food stalls, Tel Aviv brings out the urban hipster in anyone who walks down these streets.
Overnight: Tel Aviv Hotel Options
Day 5 Sunday
ISRAEL’S COAST – ANCIENT PORTS
Ancient City of Caesarea Ruins
The Caesarea National Park contains the remains of a prestigious port city established by Herod the Great, which flourished during the Byzantine period. Visit the Roman Amphitheatre, the Hippodrome horse racing arena, and the impressive Roman Aqueducts.
Megiddo National Park
Get ready to learn about one of the most fascinating cities in the Middle East, where Egyptian, Assyrian and Israeli leaders have all fought for control. Dating back near 5,000 years you learn about this important site while enjoying views of the Lower Galilee.
Mount Carmel Lookout Point
We’ll end our day by standing atop Mount Carmel for a lovely view of the Haifa Bay…
Dinner & Overnight: Kibbutz Lavi Hotel, Southern Galilee
Day 6 Monday
THE GOLAN HEIGHTS & TZFAT – BATTLEFIELDS & KABALLAH
Tzfat Old City & Artist Quarter
Tzfat is one of the four holy cities in Israel. It has served as a spiritual center since the 1600s, when famous Kabbalists roamed here. Tzfat awaits art lovers, soul-seekers and historians to cobblestone alleys, medieval synagogues, and a mystical atmosphere.
Golan Heights Lookout
From Israel’s Independence in 1948 until the 6-Day War in 1967, Syrian troops stationed in the Golan Heights fired relentlessly on communities below. Jewish farmers plowed fields from behind tanks and children played, studied and slept inside shelters.
Golan Heights Winery Tour & Taste
Located high in the planes of the Golan in the small, ancient town of Katzrin, you will find this famous winery that exports to over 25 different countries. Take part in a tour and wine tasting to learn how the Yarden, Gamla, Mount Hermon and Golan lines are produced.
Dinner & Overnight: Kibbutz Lavi Hotel, Southern Galilee
Day 7 Tuesday
THE SEA OF GALILEE & JORDAN VALLEY – ASCEND TO JERUSALEM
Village of Nazareth
After breakfast we’ll start our day with a short drive to Nazareth, the town where Jesus spent his childhood. Visit the Basilica of the Annunciation, Mary’s Well and the Church of St. Gabriel. Visit the Blessed Cave, view Mary and Joseph’s house.
Sea of Galilee & Capernaum National Park
Visit the remains of a Second Temple period fishing village and imagine the lives of those who lived there. We’ll learn about the location where Jesus selected his Apostles and the modern day church that stands where the house of Peter once stood.
Mount of Beatitudes
The Mount of Beatitudes sits on a hilltop at the northern point of the Sea of Galilee, this is where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount. A Byzantine church was erected near the current site in the 4th century, and it was used until the 7th century.
Ancient Beit Alfa Synagogue
Built during the Byzantine era, this excavated synagogue is most well-known for its miraculously well preserved mosaic filled with intricate artistic detail. The mosaic vividly portrays the Binding of Isaac, the Zodiac, and the Temple of Jerusalem.
Ascend to Holy Jerusalem
Welcome to the holiest city in the world! Here you will touch the Western Wall, walk through the diverse and beautiful streets of “new” Jerusalem, and enjoy the city’s sounds, smells, and tastes; experience the people of Jerusalem, their diversity and vibrant culture.
Overnight: Jerusalem Hotel Options
Day 8 Wednesday
JERUSALEM’S OLD CITY – THE ETERNAL CAPITAL
Mount of Olives
Located on the eastern slopes of the Jerusalem mountains, near the Temple Mount, this peak is named after the olive trees that covered its grounds in biblical times. Today, camel rides, monasteries and ancient tombstones dot these scenic slopes.
Old City Jewish Quarter
The Jewish Quarter remains one of the single most-visited spots in all of Israel. Nestled within one square kilometer of land lay millennia of ancient history. The Old City dates back to the 8th century BCE and is home to numerous historical landmarks.
Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Located in the Old City’s Christian Quarter, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre is the holiest site in Christian faith. It is here that Jesus was crucified and later buried. At the center of the church is the Stone of Unction, the location where Jesus’ body was prepared for burial.
King David’s Tomb
Located on Mount Zion in a 1,000-year-old building, people come here to pay tribute to the great King David, who is most notably famous for composing the Book of Psalms and establishing a unified capital for Israel. A medieval tradition places his tomb at this location.
Last Supper Room
Visit the Last Supper Room, built in commemoration of the Last Supper shared by Jesus and his disciples the night before his crucifixion. Though the room is mostly empty, it does have some decorations dating back to the Ottoman period.
Bethlehem Holy Sites
Next we’ll see Bethlehem, the place of the birth of Jesus in the Grotto of the Nativity.
Overnight: Jerusalem Hotel Options
Day 9 Thursday
UNITED JERUSALEM – THE NEW CITY
Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum
In 1963, the Yad Vashem Museum was established as the world center for Holocaust research, education and commemoration. With survivor testimonies, powerful displays, and artifacts, this museum embodies one crucial message: Never again.
Mount Herzl National Memorial
A burial place for prominent Zionist figures such as Theodore Herzl, Golda Meir and Yitzhak Rabin, here you will also find an expansive military cemetery; one quite full for a country so young. The loss of the soldiers who fought for the land of Israel is palpable.
Israel Museum & Dead Sea Scrolls
This museum is the largest cultural institution in Israel and one of the world’s leading art and archaeology museums. Here you will find the oldest existing biblical manuscripts in the world, the Dead Sea Scrolls, which are housed in the Shrine of the Book.
Overnight: Jerusalem Hotel Options
Day 10 Friday
THE JUDEAN DESERT – KING HEROD’S FORTRESS
Masada Mountain & Cable Car
Ride via cable car to the top of Masada and explore what remains of King Herod’s palace. See what it was like to live there as you view the preserved baths, cisterns and barracks. It was here that leader Eleazer Ben Yair kept the Roman Legion’s siege at bay for three years.
Dead Sea Float & Mud Experience
Yam Hamelach, literally meaning “Sea of Salt,” is 417 meters below sea level, making it the lowest place on earth. Its salty water contains unique healing properties, which, combined with the nutrient-filled mud found on its shores, creates one luxurious and healthy day.
The Kotel (The Western Wall) – evening suggestion
Here stand the sacred remnants of the ancient Jewish Temple. On Friday night come to the Wall and join the joyful event together with soldiers and people from all over the world dancing together in lively in celebration of Shabbat, a truly unforgettable experience.
Overnight: Jerusalem Hotel Options
Day 11 Saturday (Free Day)
SHABBAT IN JERUSALEM – DAY AT LEISURE
Shabbat Morning
Finally some time to rest! Enjoy a morning at leisure at your hotel and relax…
Ben Yehuda Street – evening suggestion
Here you’ll find all the character-filled restaurants, shops, street vendors, and street performances you could ask for. Sip a latte at one of Ben Yehuda’s many sidewalk cafes, grab a delicious, chocolate fro-yo, invest in some Judaica, and relax!
Overnight: Jerusalem Hotel Options
Day 12 Sunday (Airport Transfer)
FAREWELL FOR NOW…WE’LL MISS YOU!
Transfer to Ben Gurion Airport for departure from Israel…Bye for now!
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HOTELS INCLUDED
Enjoy your stay at some of Israel’s finest hotels
- 4 nights hotel in Tel Aviv, The Modern City
- 2 nights Kibbutz Lavi Hotel, Northern Israel
- 5 nights hotel in the Holy City of Jerusalem
SERVICES INCLUDED
Ensuring that your visit is easy, comfortable, and fun!
- Welcome Assist at Ben Gurion Airport
- Arrival & Departure Airport Transfers
- 8 Days Touring in an Air-Conditioned Coach
- All Touring with a Professional Licensed Guide
- Israel Tours Hats/Israel Maps/ Bottle Carriers
- All Group Touring & Sites as per Tour Program
MEALS INCLUDED
Get a taste of authentic Israeli cuisine
- Daily Breakfast Buffet at each Hotel
- Nightly Dinners at the Kibbutz Lavi Hotel
The Below Pricing is the Full Land Tour Package, per Person, Double Occupancy. Email Us for Single Traveler, Triple & Children Rates & Special Group Discounts!
| Hotel Options | 3 Star Class | 4 Star Class | 5 Star Class | 5 Star Deluxe |
| Tel Aviv | Prima City Hotel | Dan Panorama | Carlton Hotel | Dan Tel Aviv |
| Northern Israel | Kibbutz Lavi | Kibbutz Lavi | Kibbutz Lavi | Kibbutz Lavi |
| Jerusalem | Prima Royal | Dan Panorama | Inbal Jerusalem | King David |
| 2024 Tours Begin | 2024 Tours End | 3 Star Class | 4 Star Class | 5 Star Class | 5 Star Superior |
| Sep 25 | Oct 6 | Rosh | HaShana | Rosh | HaShana |
| Oct 2 | Oct 15 | Rosh | HaShana | Rosh | HaShana |
| Oct 9 | Oct 22 | Yom | Kippur | Yom | Kippur |
| Oct 16 | Oct 27 | Sukkot | Sukkot | Sukkot | Sukkot |
| Oct 23 | Nov 3 | Simchat | Torah | Simchat | Torah |
| Oct 30 | Nov 10 | $2876 | $3640 | $4540 | $5546 |
| Nov 6 | Nov 17 | $2876 | $3640 | $4540 | $5546 |
| Nov 13 | Nov 24 | $2876 | $3640 | $4540 | $5546 |
| Nov 20 | Dec 1 | $2729 | $3544 | $4540 | $4382 |
| Nov 27 | Dec 8 | $2729 | $2929 | $3685 | $300 |
| Dec 4 | Dec 15 | Sold Out | Sold Out | Sold Out | Sold Out |
| Dec 11 | Dec 22 | $2670 | $2929 | $3685 | Sold Out |
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