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Tours to the Holy Land: Trips & Israel Tour Packages 2024, 2025

"Every place we visited was breathtakingly beautiful, with stunning landscapes and rich historical and cultural heritage. We highly recommend visiting Israel to anyone who wants to experience an unforgettable journey. We had a life-changing time there and are already planning to return." Simon L. and Beatriz G. – Tour to Israel/Egypt/Jordan February 2024 "I had a wonderful time in Israel. I felt while I was there the precautions that were taken for our safety were well in hand. I still got to experience many holy sites and be blessed by walking the path that Jesus walked. Every day was started in prayer, singing, or scripture reading which also extended the blessing of the trip." Quincie L. – Tour to Israel/Egypt/Jordan February 2024

Our Israel tours & Holy Land tours of 9-24 days for the Evangelical Protestant Bible believer are what Pilgrim Tours does best. Prepare yourself for a life-changing journey to walk where Jesus walked and visit Jerusalem, Galilee, & Samaria. Each of our Israel tours is led by a local guide who is an experienced expert on the historical, cultural, scenic, and spiritual history of the Holy Land. If you travel with 10 or more people, a private group tour can easily be arranged. Pilgrim Tours can customize an itinerary to fit your group needs with many options to choose from.

Concerned about safety? As a Christian tour operator, the staff at Pilgrim Tours takes a Biblical perspective regarding the current situation in the Middle East. We do not believe that peace in Israel is something that will occur until the Prince of Peace comes to restore His kingdom. Please do not make a reservation with us based on the hopes of a calm future. If you long for the special blessings only available in Israel, we will take you there. An expert driver and guide will carefully keep you from any areas that could present a problem and treat you to the riches of Israel as our special guest.

Below is a large variety of Israel tour packages departing in 2024 and 2025 year-round.

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Featured Sites in Israel

Explore a vast selection of beautiful historical and Biblical locations throughout Israel with our Israel Holy Land tour. You can visit Jerusalem, Galilee, and parts of Samaria, getting the life-changing opportunity to see where Jesus and many other Biblical figures lived and walked. We even offer Holy Land tours that allow you to see the Dead Sea, the Garden Tomb, and the Jordan River Baptism Site. Like all of our Europe tours , our Israel Holy Land tours are led by local guides who have extensive knowledge of the area and its history. If you want to experience the history of Israel and see the Bible come to life, our Holy Land tours give you that opportunity.

The city of Jerusalem offers a unique convergence of Judaism, Christianity, and the Muslim faith. For Christians who visit Jerusalem, you will learn about many stories of the Bible while walking her streets. Many actors in the Bible such as Abraham, King David, King Solomon, the twelve disciples and Jesus all lived, visited, or spent time there. The Passion week of Christ will be highlighted during our stay as we visit the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane, the Western Wall, the Way of Suffering, and the Garden Tomb.

Sea of Galilee

Nowhere in Israel does the Bible come to life more than along the shores of the Sea of Galilee. Pilgrims who visit the Galilee region have the opportunity to imagine what life was like 2,000 years ago and what Jesus and the twelve disciples experienced while fishing on the Sea of Galilee. The peaceful setting and the natural wonders of the Golan Heights to the east and Mt. Arbel to the west make for a great way to start your morning in quiet reflection. During our tour, we explore the Biblical towns of Capernaum, Magdala, and Nazareth and take a meaningful cruise on the Sea of Galilee.

The Dead Sea is not only the lowest and most lifeless lake in the world, but also nearly 10 times saltier than the ocean. Travelers will enjoy the beautiful colors of the blue water and the red mountains of Jordan to the east. Take time to enjoy a once-in-a-lifetime Dead Sea “float” either in the sea itself or at one of the warm salt water pools at our hotel. The Dead Sea experience is truly a bucket list visit you won’t want to miss!

Garden Tomb

Our visit to the Garden Tomb and its surrounding gardens is normally one of the highlights of our tour to Israel. The Garden Tomb is a rock-cut tomb in Jerusalem that was unearthed in 1867 and is considered by some Protestants to be the site of the burial and resurrection of Jesus. Our visit offers a unique time of prayer, reflection, communion, and praise, which will be a special life-long memory for many travelers.

Jordan River Baptism Site

The Jordan River Baptist Site or “Yardenit” is a baptism site located along the Jordan River just south of the Sea of Galilee in northern Israel. This site is frequented by Christian Pilgrims who enjoy imagining the setting of the baptism of Jesus. For anyone who would like to be baptized in the Jordan River, Yardenit has been developed to be a peaceful setting with beautiful gardens, clean colored water, changing facilities, showers, and a nice souvenir shop.

Caesarea Philippi

To many Pilgrim travelers, Caesarea Philippi is a special surprise while on their tour. Located along the rushing springs of Mt. Hermon, the beautiful and natural setting is where Jesus asked his disciples “Who do men say that I am?” He asked this question while observing the pagan worship of the god Pan as worshipers offered their sacrifice at the “Gates of Hell.” Our time at Caesarea Philippi is one of many opportunities throughout our tour to see the lessons and message of the Bible come to light in a special way.

Israel Tours: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best month for the Holy Land tour?

Taking a trip to Israel during the spring or fall offers the most enjoyable weather of the year but normally has the largest crowds. If you want to enjoy a peaceful tour with fewer crowds, consider visiting between December and February or June and August. We offer Israel and Jordan tours throughout the year, so you can select a trip that works for your schedule.

How many days do you need for a Holy Land tour?

We offer several types of tours of the Holy Land, so the duration of your tour depends on the tour package you choose. The Best of Israel Tour is our most basic offering and includes a Sea of Galilee boat ride, a trip to the Jordan River Baptism Site, the Dead Sea, and many opportunities to walk on the same land Jesus walked on. This is our shortest trip at just 9 or 10 days. Our most involved trips allow you to experience a wide range of historical locations over the course of a few weeks. Egypt tours are included in some of these packages, as well as tours in Greece and other countries. These tours can take up to 24 days, giving you the chance to spend an extended period of time learning about and visiting different parts of the world. From our Turkey tours to all of our Israel Christian tours, all of our tours feature a first-class hotel rating for the country you visit. We do offer some upgraded tours that offer better lodging options. You can review our hotel categories at https://www.pilgrimtours.com/company/hotelcomparison.htm . Check out any of our tours to view a day-by-day itinerary and see what amenities are included with each tour.

What is the dress code in Israel?

The dress code in Israel is different from other parts of the world. There are a few dress code basics you should understand before booking Israel tours: When you’re in Israel, there is no strict dress code. You can wear what you feel comfortable wearing. However, both men and women should try to dress conservatively and cover their shoulders and knees when visiting any of the religious sites throughout Israel. Generally speaking, it’s best to avoid tank tops and shorts. Men need to cover their heads when visiting the Western Wall. Pilgrim Tours provides a Pilgrim Tours ball cap upon arrival in Israel, but you might consider purchasing an affordable kippa that you can bring when you visit Jewish sites. Some places may offer a free kippa, but these are generally low quality. (Women are not required to cover their heads at any sight.) You can figure out what you need to pack and how to dress each day by looking at the itinerary for our Holy Land tours. Guides normally offer guidance on how to dress for the next day while on tour. We also suggest looking at the extended weather forecast as you prepare and pack for your trip.

Is there a lot of walking involved on an Israel Tour?

Our Israel tours do require a significant amount of walking each day and you should be able to walk unassisted 3-4 miles per day on average. Make sure you have a comfortable pair of shoes that provide adequate support. While there are bus and boat rides during these tours, you have to walk quite a bit to explore some of the Biblical sites. Our tour guides normally give the group a few options at sites for those that have physical limitations. One thing to keep in mind is that there are many hills and valleys in Israel which can make walking even more taxing. The amount of walking you have to do may vary based on the tour you take, so look at the itinerary before choosing your tour. The good news is that Israel is a beautiful country to see on foot, and you’ll have several opportunities to sit down and give your feet a rest. As long as you have a good pair of shoes and comfortable clothes, it’s easy to forget about all the walking you’re doing and enjoy the tour.

What passport & visa information do I need for your Israel tours?

U.S. citizens need a valid U.S. passport with at least six months validity beyond their intended stay to enter Israel. Make two photocopies of your passport. Leave one copy at home and carry the other separately from your original. Israel: U.S. and Canadian Citizens do not need a Visa when entering Israel. Non U. S. /Canadian Citizens are responsible to fulfill appropriate entry requirements of destination. Contact your Consulate office for requirements.

What common languages will be spoken during your Israel tours?

Hebrew, Arabic and English.

What currency can I use on your Israel tours?

The U.S. dollar is widely accepted across Israel, and we suggest bringing about $30 for each day you’ll be on tour. U.S. dollars are recommended for use for small purchases and lunches. Lunches typically cost $15-20. It is important to bring about 20 $1 bills as some bathrooms charge a small fee for use. Credit cards may also be used for larger purchases. ATMs in Israel are all connected to European and American banking systems. Please be advised that the ATM machines dispense money in SHEKELS – NOT U.S. DOLLARS. Please notify your bank before traveling overseas.

Do I need to bring a converter for the Israel tour?

Israel uses the European plug with two round pins. You will need to bring along the necessary converters and adapters to operate any 120 volt appliances such as hair dryers and electric razors as well as camera and cell phone chargers. Electricity in Israel is 220 volts 50 Hz.

What is the time zone for your Israel tours?

The time zone for Israel is seven hours ahead of EST and two hours ahead of GMT.

What climate should I expect during your Israel tours?

In Israel the climate is temperate, and temperatures all year-round are reasonable. Israel has two main seasons: winter (from November to March) is cold and rainy in most parts of the country; summer (from April to October) is hot and dry with little or no rainfall. The desert areas can be extremely hot in summer time.

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"Pilgrim tours is who I'll be recommending people to travel with. We've been trying to get to Israel for two years and finally made it!! Great company from booking to on the ground with great guides. All details taken care of with great hotels, bus, and the best guides!! Wonderful experience!"

"We had a great experience in Israel with Pilgrim Tours. Everything went very well and there were no glitches or problems of any kind. The bus and driver were top notch as were the hotels and daily breakfast buffets. Our tour guide was great as his depth of knowledge of the people, history and languages Israel was quite amazing. We will very likely use Pilgrim again in the future."

"We have toured with Pilgrim Tours three times and what a blessing. Accommodations, excursions, information and food were all high quality. Post pandemic, we were so thankful to return to Israel."

"I couldn't have asked for more for a trip to the Holy Land than what Pilgrim Tours provided me. It was the perfect balance of spiritual reverence, history, geography, and social issues. I am so grateful for the experience that I had on this trip."

"Our church group just returned from taking a "Best of Israel" ten day tour. It was one of the best experiences of my life. I am so glad we chose Pilgrim tours. From our excellent hotel accommodations, to our wonderful tour guide, we enjoyed everything. Our trip exceeded our expectations. I would recommend Pilgrim Tours to anyone who is planning a trip to the Holy Land. We definitely plan to travel with them again."

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Important Travel Update: While we continue to pray for our entire AIT team in Israel, as well as their families and all innocents affected in Israel, we remain thankful for all passengers who returned home with us safely. We will be updating each of our passengers on the status of their 2023 tour. Please check your email for updates from our Staff, and email or call us at 877-248-8687 with any questions. We appreciate your patience while we work with our many passengers

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Holy Land Tour Trip to Is rael

The holy land experience trip of a lifetime.

October 20~November 5, 2023

17-Day Trip

Would you like to have a life-changing and never-to-be-forgotten experience? If so, it is our joy to invite you to join us on a trip of a lifetime to the Land of the Bible, where you will find a new dimension in understanding the Bible and the life of Jesus. We will take a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee, visit places where Jesus walked, lived, taught, performed miracles, walked on the water, calmed the sea, and where He was crucified and raised from the dead. We will immerse ourselves in the Land of the Bible and experience it to the depths of our souls.​ You will never be the same or read your Bible the same after a trip like this.

If it's Bible you want, then this trip is for you. At each site, we will give biblical and historical teaching along with a faith lesson. Therefore, this trip is designed to provide an in-depth study and perspective from the Scriptures of the events and places of the Bible.

We are delighted to share that Israel has removed every Covid vaccination mandate plus every other restriction, so visiting Israel is normal with no burdens whatsoever. As a result, we are rejoicing and really excited about our upcoming trips to Israel. 

Our Holy Land Trips are open to anyone around the world that is able to travel to Israel with a valid Passport.

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"An absolutely amazing trip with a guy who knows his Bible and can relate it to you in-country.  I've gone with this dear friend of mine to Israel twice. It's an 11 out of 10 trip!"

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Holy Land Trip Registration Form  (Required for each person)

Deposit Payment   ~ $500 USD

Final Payment ~ $1,350  USD

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The Holy Land Experience!

Holy land site fee:   $1,850  usd.

Items covered by Holy Land Site Ministries:

Transportation in Israel Via a Deluxe A/C Motorcoach

All Park & Entrance Passes

Holy Land Site Tour Guide and Bible Teacher, Dr. Todd  Fink

Wireless Headsets for a Better Listening Experience

Individual Costs :   $2,800 USD  

This cost can change depending on individual preferences and location.

To keep our trips as affordable as possible, we allow individuals to book their own lodging and airfare. Also, to see as many sites as possible and keep costs down, we have folks pack a sack lunch. The hotels will provide breakfast and dinners if desired. We recommend eating breakfast at the hotels for time and convenience sake. For those desiring to experience the culture, you can enjoy eating dinners out at the local restaurants of your choice. 

Items to be covered by each individual:

The costs below are close estimates. Your price may vary depending on airfare from your location, room selections, and how expensive you want to eat. 

Sack Lunch & Dinner Meals in Israel ......   $450 per person

(Breakfast included in Hotel cost)  

Lodging in Israel (found on itinerary) ... $1,200 per person (Based on private, double occupancy rooms.)

Airfare ...................................................... $1,100 per person

Personal transportation In Israel ................ $50 per person

Note: Personal transportation means travel from Ben Gurion Airport to Kfar Maccabiah Hotel & Suites in Tel Aviv, and from Prima Park Hotel in Jerusalem to Ben Gurion Airport. Taxis are the best method for this transportation. Due to multiple arrivals and departures from passengers, it is not possible for us to attend everyone’s various time schedules. However, we are happy to help in any way possible with these arrangements.​

Total Estimated Cost of Trip

Holy Land Site Fee     $1,850

Individual Costs       $2,800

Total $4,650.00 USD

THIS IS A CUSTOM-DESIGNED TRIP

If you want to spend more time in Israel and see more holy sites, then this trip is designed for you. Most trips to the Holy Land allow only around 7-8 full days in Israel. This severely limits what can be seen. Therefore, most who go to the Holy Land miss out on many significant holy sites as a result. This trip will have you in Israel for 13  full touring  days. You will, therefore, see almost  everything significant there is to see in Israel.

A 17-day trip like this normally is quite expensive (if you can find one). Why can we do it so inexpensively? Because we are eliminating tour companies, travel agencies, tour guides, etc., and are providing these services instead. We are also allowing you to book your own airfare, lodging, and some of your meals. And lastly, we are staying in nice, clean hotels /hostels instead of expensive hotels.  It is our pleasure to serve you and our Lord Jesus Christ in offering you this special and affordable trip of a lifetime.

Because this is a custom trip, each participant will be required to book their own airfare, lodging, and purchase some of their own meals. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This trip is not for the weak and faint of heart! There will be a fair amount of walking, some hiking, climbing stairs, times when it could be warm (Dead Sea area), etc. Those considering this trip need to be in good shape and able to withstand some discomfort at times due to heat, walking, stairs, steps, hiking, etc. Our estimated walking distance will be about 3   - 5 miles (4 - 7 km.) a day. Those considering this trip need to be prepared for a rewarding but full schedule of about 8 - 9 hours a day. However,  if at any time you want to take time off for rest during the trip, you are welcome to do so.

GROUP SIZE LIMIT

In order to have a more intimate and better experience, we limit our group size to around  35  - 40  people.  This allows us to be more efficient and see more places in Israel. Larger teams bring a different dynamic that slows things down and makes travel more difficult.

Each person will be responsible for booking their own air travel to Israel (to and from Ben Gurion Airport). Please make plans to arrive with plenty of time to attend our required orientation and get-acquainted meeting at 7:00 pm at the Kfar Maccabiah Hotel & Suites in Tel Aviv. Due to customs and obtaining visas, please allow 3 hours from airport arrival to hotel arrival. The hotel is about 15 minutes from the airport, depending on traffic.

Note: For those having the time and resources, arriving a day early will give you a chance to rest up and get better prepared for your experience in Israel.

TRANSPORTATION IN ISRAEL

We will be transported via a large, air-conditioned motorcoach . Our bus driver is an Arab Christian who is able to take us to all sites in Israel, even in the West Bank.

LODGING IN ISRAEL

We will be staying at hotels with private rooms and bathrooms during our time in Israel. Our itinerary shows the hotels where we will stay (a total of three: Tel Aviv, Tiberias, and Jerusalem). Click here for hotel reservation links . 

LUGGAGE SIZE AND AMOUNT

We don't have a luggage size and number allowance per person, but we suggest not exceeding over 40-50 lbs (18-22 kg) per piece of luggage as it makes it hard to handle. The lighter, the better. You will be responsible for handling your own luggage on the trip, so don't pack any heavier than what you can lift.

MEALS IN ISRAEL

Each person will be responsible for paying for their own lunches and dinners.

Breakfast  - The hotels will provide breakfast if desired. Some will provide dinners as well. These can be paid for when you book your lodging or at the hotels.  It's ideal to eat breakfast at the hotels as it's handy. However, you can eat your breakfast if desired at a local restaurant or made by hand. ​

Lunch  - Because eating out is expensive in Israel, time-consuming with a large group, and we will not always be close to a restaurant, each trip participant will prepare themself a daily sack lunch. Each day around noon, we will take a break to eat, or you can eat and snack as you wish. Lunch items can be purchased at local grocery stores or extra items from the breakfasts buffets at the hotels can be taken (the hotels seem okay with this). The hotels will have refrigerators in the rooms if needed. 

​ Dinner  – On your own. Enjoy the local culture as you eat at local restaurants or the hotel if you prefer.   

PARK & ENTRANCE PASSES

Holy Land Site Ministries will pay for all park and entrance fees to all sites. You will be responsible for paying for any entrance fees you want to see during your free time.

WHAT WILL OUR VISITS TO EACH SITE BE LIKE?

Our visits will normally last around two hours. We will begin with some orientation of the site. Then we'll do a walking tour to see the site and its points of interest. Afterward, we'll find a quiet spot to reflect on the main events from the Bible that happened at the site and close with a faith lesson to learn the key truths God would desire to teach us. Some of the Bible teachings might be filmed for publishing on our website. We'll then end our visit with some free time.  

A valid U.S. Passport is required. Passports must have at least six months left before they expire for travel to Israel.

TRIP PREPARATION

Please utilize the videos and info on our website that provide help and orientation to better understand many of the biblical sites we will be visiting, the history of Israel, and other helpful info. In addition, we will provide helpful info leading up to our trip that will help prepare you to get the most out of your holy land experience.

We also ask that you acquaint yourself with our Travel Orientation Material found on our website. You will find it extremely helpful.

TIME OF YEAR FOR THIS TRIP

We’ve chosen these dates to visit Israel because the weather is stable, the days are longer, and there are no Jewish Holidays that will interfere with our travels.

DAILY ITINERARY

Please take into consideration that there might be slight adjustments to the schedule depending on things out of our control. Additionally, if the team would like some flexibility in seeing sights, we are happy to do this if possible.

MONEY IN ISRAEL

Credit cards and Dollars are readily accepted, and Shekels can be drawn from ATMs.

INTERNET IN ISRAEL

Phone SIM cards can be purchased for around $39.99 if you want Internet service at all times while in Israel. You can also activate your phone for international service.

If you don't have Internet via your phone service,  at each hotel where we will be staying, free Internet service is provided. Also, the tour bus has free Internet service as well.

DIGITAL MAPS OF DAILY TRIP ITINERARY

For each tour trip itinerary , you will see at the bottom of each day's itiner ary a link to see a Google Map of the route and sites we'll be seeing each day. Here's an example: 

Tour Day 1:   Google Ma p Itinerary

DAILY SCHEDULE

We will leave our place of lodging each day at 7:45 am and return around 4:00 - 5:00 pm. From this time on, you will have free time to eat, relax, see the local sites and culture, etc. 

PERSONAL TRAVEL IN ISRAEL

You can take a taxi, walk, or use the bus or light rail train system. The best option is to make sure you have Internet in Israel (you can activate your phone or get an Israeli SIM card) and use Google Maps. It will tell you exactly which bus, light rail train, or walking route to use. It also works in real-time, so you can see exactly when buses or trains are arriving and departing.

The minimum age for trip participants is 12 years old unless other arrangements have been made with tour hosts.

Please see our detailed itinerary below.

Todd & Letsy Fink

More about the Finks

TRIP REGISTRATION INFO

Holy land trip news.

Israel is open for tourism and has no vaccination mandates or restrictions at this time.  

REGISTRATION DEPOSIT

A registration deposit of $500 USD is required to register and secure your spot on the Holy Land Experience Team. Before paying your deposit, please fill out the online registration form. We will then notify you of your acceptance into the trip team, and payment of your deposit can then be made. After being notified of your acceptance on the team, you can pay your deposit at your earliest convenience. This will ensure your spot in the group.

REGISTRATION, DEPOSIT, AND FINAL PAYMENT LINKS

Final Payment ~ $1,350 USD

REGISTRATION DEADLINE DATE

Your trip registration, deposit, and final payment deadline is August   1 , 2023 . Tourism is growing quite rapidly in Israel, and things need to be done earlier than in previous years. Therefore, booking lodging, bus transportation in Israel, etc., needs to be done no later than 2 months before trip departure to ensure availability (booking lodging is even recommended 6 months in advance for best availability). For these reasons, we have set August   1 , 2023 , as the deadline for trip registration for everyone. For those who desire to attend this trip after August   1 , 2023 , we will handle each person on a space availability case basis. Thanks for your understanding.

CANCELATIO NS & RE FUNDS

Deposit Refund Paid to Holy Land Site Ministries

In the unfortunate case you may need to cancel your trip due to personal reasons on or before the August   1 , 2023 ,  deadline, Holy Land Site Ministries will only be able to refund one-half ($250) of your $500 deposit.

Deposit Transfer

If you would like to transfer your deposit to another person, you can do so. Just kindly have this person pay you and let us know.

Refunds of All Funds Paid to Holy Land Site Ministries

In the unfortunate case you may need to cancel your trip due to personal reasons before August   1 , 2023 , Holy Land Site Ministries will only be able to refund one-half of your final payment.

If you must cancel your trip due to personal reasons after August   1 , 2023 , Holy Land Site Ministries will be unable to refund any of your final payment due to expenses we will have already incurred and cannot recuperate.

Full Payments  Transfer

If you would like to transfer your $500 deposit or final payment to another person, you can do so. Just kindly have this person pay you and let us know.

Refunds from Personal Purchases of Airline Tickets, Lodging, etc.

Because these purchases will be the responsibility of each person, Holy Land Site Ministries will be unable to refund any of these funds because they were not paid to Holy Land Site Ministries.

Refunds if Trip is Canceled Due to Events Out of Our Control, i.e., Covid-19, Other Viruses, War, and So Forth

Refunds from flights and lodging will be the responsibility of each person as these were booked personally.

All funds paid to Holy Land Site Ministries will be cheerfully refunded except the $500 deposit, as Holy Land Site Ministries has overhead expenses that cannot be recuperated. 

If you want full protection for trip expenses, w e suggest you get trip insurance to protect all your expenses, i.e., flights, lodging, Holy Land Site Ministries fees, etc.  

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WHEN TO BOOK AIRFARE & LODGING

Please do not book any flights or lodging until you receive your trip confirmation from Holy Land Site Ministries.

HOTEL RESERVATION BOOKING LINKS

Kfar Maccabiah Hotel & Suites, 7 Peretz Berenstein Street, Ramat Gan, Tel Aviv

Check-in: October 21, Check-out: October 22, One night

Hotel Reservation Link:  Bookings.com

Prima Galil Tiberias Hotel,   El Hadif Street 1, Tiberias

Check-in: October 22, Check-out: October 26, Four nights

Prima Park Hotel Jerusalem: 2 Vilnay Street, Jerusalem

Check-in: October 26, Check-out: November 4, Nine nights

If, for some reason, the hotels are full, just book a hotel of your choice nearby and meet us at the check-in lobby of the main hotel by 7:45 am. Bus departure is scheduled daily at 8:00 am from each hotel.

CONTACT INFO:

Phone: (541) 603-0881

Email:   holylandsite.com@gmailcom

Website:   HolyL andSite.com  

FRI, OCT 20   DEPART FOR THE HOLY LAND

Please make plans to arrive at Ben Gurion Airport, Tel Aviv, on October 21 , 2023. Please arrive by 3:00 pm. This will give you plenty of time to attend our orientation and get-acquainted meeting at 7:00 pm. We'll meet at the main check-in lobby of the Kfar Maccabiah & Suites Hotel and then find a meeting place.

Clic k to see "Ben Gurion Airport Arrival Orientation Video"

SAT, OCT 21   TEL AVIV

After arriving at the Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv, Israel, you will proceed through customs. Please don’t lose your small tourist visa provided to you. Afterward, you can take a taxi to Kfar Maccabiah Hotel & Suites, 7 Peretz Berenstein Street, Ramat Gan, Tel Aviv. Due to customs and obtaining visas, please allow approximately 3 hours from airport arrival to hotel arrival. The hotel is about 15 minutes from the airport, depending on traffic. Orientation and get acquainted meeting at 7:00 pm. Please meet in the main hotel lobby.  Free time afterward.

Lodging at Kfar Maccabiah Hotel & Suites, 7 Peretz Berenstein Street, Ramat Gan, Tel Aviv. One night total.

Google Map from Ben Gurion to Kfar Maccabiah Hotel

SUN, OCT 22    TEL AVIV – SEA OF GALILEE AREA

Refreshed from a good night's sleep, we’ll visit Old Jaffa (Joppa), the traditional home of Simon the Tanner, the port from which Jonah sailed and the logs arrived for the construction of the Temple in Jerusalem. We’ll then pass through the fast-growing towns and farms of the Plain of Sharon en route to Caesarea Maritima , where the Holy Spirit came to the Gentiles and the site of major events in the lives of Peter and Paul. We’ll drive through the rolling hills of Galilee to Nazareth , where Jesus grew up, and visit the  Church of the Annunciation , where the angel, Gabriel, announced to Mary that she would be the mother of the Messiah. We'll then drive through Cana , where Christ performed His first public miracle. Then it’s on to Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee , which will be our base for the next 4 nights. Free time afterward.

Lodging at Prima Galil Tiberias Hotel, El Hadif Street 1, Tiberias. Four nights total.

Tour  Day 1: Google Map Itinerary

MON, OCT 23    SEA OF GALILEE AREA

This day alone is worth the trip! We are now literally walking in the footsteps of Jesus. We'll start the day at Ginasor , where we'll see an ancient boat  ( Beit Yigal Allon Museum) from the time of Jesus. We'll  take a most memorable boat ride on the Sea of Galilee  in a replica of an  ancient wooden boat used in Jesus’ day. We’ll visit the  Mount of Beatitudes , the location of the beautiful Sermon on the Mount, where Christ preached his longest and most famous sermon. From the Mount of Beatitudes, we'll walk in the footsteps of Jesus down the hill to Tabgha by the Sea of Galilee. Then on to Capernaum , where Jesus set up His home ministry base and often preached in the ancient synagogue. We will continue our drive around the Sea of Galilee to Kursi , where Christ cast out a legion of demons out of a demon-possessed man. Time permitting, we'll end the day at a breathtaking spot  overlooking the Sea of Galilee , where we'll see many sites around its shore, one of which is where the Feeding of the 5,000  took place. Free time afterward.

Tour Day 2: Google Map Itinerary

TUES, OCT 24   SEA OF GALILEE AREA

We’ll journey north to Caesarea Philippi, where Peter confessed, “You are the Christ, the Son of the Living God” (Matt. 16:16). We’ll visit Chorazin , one of the cursed towns, which has one of the  most preserved synagogues in the Galilee area. Then it's on to visit the most likely place Jesus called many of His disciples and the area where Peter was reconciled with Christ after denying Him three times. We'll wrap up the day with a visit to  Magdala , the hometown of Mary Magdalene, from whom Christ cast out seven demons. At Magdala, we will visit a natural beach where you can dip your feet in the Sea of Galilee  or swim if you'd like. Free time afterward.

Tour Day 3: Google Map Itinerary

WED, OCT 25    SEA OF GALILEE AREA

We’ll drive along the Jordan Valley to Beth Shean , a stunning Roman Decapolis city and the place where Saul and his son’s bodies were hanged after defeat in battle. We’ll visit Gideon’s Spring , where Gideon selected his soldiers to battle against the Midianites. We’ll return to the Sea of Galilee and finish the day on top of Mt. Arbel , the believed place where Christ gave the Great Commission, and which provides a breathtaking view of the Sea of Galilee. Free time afterward.

Tour Day 4: Google Map Itinerary

THURS, OCT 26    JORDAN VALLEY AREA

We’ll drive south along the Jordan Valley, following the footsteps that Jesus and His disciples would have walked, arriving at the Baptismal Site of Jesus, where Jesus was baptized by John. We'll provide an option for those who would like to get baptized to do so. Then to Jericho , the oldest known walled city and the first place Joshua and the Israelites conquered upon entering the Promised Land. We’ll then visit Qumran , where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found in 1947. Then, we'll ascend and enter Jerusalem as pilgrims did since ancient times to fulfill the words of the prophet "I was glad when they said unto me: 'Our feet shall stand within thy Gates, O Jerusalem'" (Psalms 122:1–2). Free time afterward.

Lodging at Prima Park Hotel Jerusalem: 2 Vilnay Street, Jerusalem. Nine nights total. 

Tour Day 5: Google Map Itinerary

FRI, OCT 27    DEAD SEA AREA

We’ll begin the day by driving to Masada , a massive fortress rock column that overlooks the Dead Sea (the lowest spot on earth). We'll ascend Masada by cable car to visit the remnants of Herod's Palace, where in 73 AD, the Zealots made their last stand against the might of Rome. We’ll visit ancient Gomorrah , one of the cities God destroyed by fire and brimstone due to their wickedness. Then, what would a visit to Israel be without taking a dip, or rather a float, in the Dead Sea ? Free time afterward.

Tour Day 6: Google Map Itinerary

SAT, OCT 28    BETHLEHEM – JUDAH AREA

We'll begin the day with a visit to Bethlehem, Manger Square, and the Church of the Nativity, where  Jesus was born. We'll then  visit the magnificent Herodian Fortress. While there, we'll   view the Shepherds' Fields,  the Fields of Boaz and Ruth, and see where David kept his sheep as a young man .  We’ll then travel to the Valley of Elah , where David slew Goliath. Then on to Beth Shemesh , where key events in the life of Samson took place and where the Ark of the Covenant miraculously was returned to the Israelites by the Philistines. Free time afterward.

Tour Day 7: Google Map Itinerary

SUN, OCT 29     SAMARIA AREA Today we’ll travel north to the ancient Samaria region of the Bible. We visit Shechem , where Abraham first entered the Promised Land and erected an altar. We’ll see and drink out of Jacob’s Well , the place where Jesus talked with the Samaritan woman. We’ll see where Joseph’s bones were buried at the Tomb of Joseph . We’ll see ancient Shiloh , where the Tabernacle resided for 369 years, and where Hannah prayed for a son (Samuel). Then it’s on to ancient Bethel , where Jacob saw a ladder to heaven, where the tabernacle resided, and where Jeroboam erected a Golden Calf. We'll drive by the site of ancient Ai , the second city Joshua and the Israelites destroyed. Free time afterward.

Tour Day 8: Google Map Itinerary

MON, OCT 30    JERUSALE M

We’ll start the day with a magnificent view of the Old City from the top of the Mt. of Olives and orient ourselves to the layout and places of Jerusalem . We’ll then visit the Chapel of Ascension , where Christ ascended back to heaven and where His feet will touch down at His glorious second coming. We'll visit Pater Noster Church , where Christ taught His disciples how to pray. We'll see the Tombs of the Prophets , where Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi are believed to be buried. We’ll take the Palm Sunday Walk to the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations . Along the way, we’ll visit Dominus Flevit , where Christ wept over Jerusalem. We’ll see  Mary’s Tomb  and underground caves that were part of  Gethsemane . Free time afterward.

Tour Day 9: Google Map Itinerary

TUES, OCT 31      JERUSALEM

Today, we’ll visit and walk on the Temple Mount , where Solomon’s Temple was and the holiest and most battled-over piece of land in the world. We'll then see the Western Wall , the Jew’s most holy site in Israel. We’ll visit the Southern Stairs Area , which was the main entrance to the Temple Mount, a place Christ and His disciples would have often been, and the likely place where those who received Christ at Pentecost were baptized. We’ll then walk through part of the Cardo , an original Roman street, and then see the amazing remains of the massive Broad Wall  built by King Hezekiah. Free time afterward.

Tour Day 10 : Google Map Itinerary

WED, NOV 1    JERUSALEM

Today we will visit the Upper Room , the location of the Last Supper,  and where early Christians built an early church/synagogue shortly after the time of Christ. Next, we'll see the House of Caiaphas , where Christ was tried before Caiaphas, Peter denied Christ three times, and where Christ was beaten and spent the night in a dungeon . While at the House of Caiaphas, we'll see a model of Jerusalem from around 135 AD . Then we'll have the privilege of visiting the City of David , where everything began in Jerusalem. While in the City of David, we'll see David's Palace , ancient ruins, the remains of  Nehemiah's Wall, and King David's Tomb.  For those who would like, you can walk through Hezekiah's Water Tunnel , which diverts the water from the Gihon Spring to the Pool of Siloam.   For the others, you can walk the Canaanite Dry Tunnel . We'll then all meet and see the Pool of Siloam , where Christ healed a blind man. We’ll then walk part of the Kidron Valley (Valley of Jehoshaphat), where God’s winepress of wrath will be poured out on the gathered nations at Christ's second coming and from where the blood (the height of a horse’s bridle) will flow to the Dead Sea and beyond. Free time afterward.

Tour Day 11: Google Map Itinerary

THURS, NOV 2       NEGEV AREA

Today, we’ll travel to Hebron , where Abraham had many encounters with God and from where King David reigned over Judah for 7 1/2 years. We'll begin by visiting the Oaks of Mamre , a preserved site over the place where Abraham lived for a period of time and had several amazing encounters with God. Just a short distance from the Oaks of Mamre is the place where the patriarchs are buried in the Cave of Machpelah . Close to Machpelah are the ruins of ancient  Tel Hebron . We’ll then travel to Beersheba , where Abraham lived and made a covenant with Abimelech. Farew ell  Dinner at 6:30 pm. Free time afterward.

Tour  Day 12: Google Map Itinerary

FRI, NOV 3      JERUSALEM

We’ll begin the day by seeing  Pilate’s Palace and Gabbatha (stone pavement and judgment place where Christ was condemned to crucifixion). From there, we'll walk the biblical Via Dolorosa (painful path to the Cross) to Golgotha , where the Church of the Holy Sepulchre is today. We'll then visit and explore the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and see why it's the best candidate for Golgotha. We’ll walk the traditional path of the  Via Dolorosa  and see the Stations of the Cross . Then we'll walk to the Lions' Gate and see the famous Eastern Gate and Eastern Wall , where we'll see ancient stones dating back to the time of Solomon and see the evidence of the original Temple Mount and its expansions over the years. Then we'll see   the Church of St. Anne,  where the Pool of Bethesda  is located, the place Jesus healed a sick man after he had waited 38 long years. Free time afterward.

Tour Day 13: Google Map Itinerary

SAT, NOV 4   ISRAEL - HOME

Unless you plan on continuing your stay in Israel, you’ll transfer to the airport and arrive home with wonderful memories of a visit to the Land of the Bible!

The hotel in Jerusalem ​(Prima Park) ​provides several options for direct transportation to Ben Gurion Airport in Tel Aviv​ right from the hotel. All of them can be prearranged, so you have no waiting time whatsoever. It is recommended to arrive at Ben Gurion Airport at least 4 hours in advance. This means you should leave Jerusalem 5 hours before your flight departure. 

Following are your transportation options:

1. Taxi: C osts around $100 USD for up to 4 people (depending on how much luggage each person has).

2. Shuttle Taxi: Costs around $120 USD for up to 6 people (depending on how much luggage each person has).

3. 12-passenger Shuttle Bus: Costs around $25.00 USD per person.

Please arrange transportation with the hotel front desk a day in advance. All transportation options take about an hour to reach the airport and run every day of the week, even on Shabbat (Saturday), the Sabbath.

Google Map from Prima Park Hotel to Ben Gurion Airport

C li ck t o see "Ben Gurion Airport Departure Orientation Video"

SUN, NOV 5   ARRIVE HOME

Return home filled with an overflowing heart, knowing that you walked in the footsteps of Christ and experienced the actual places where many of the events in the Bible took place.

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Tombs of the Prophets

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Capernaum: Jesus' Ministry Base

Feeding the 5,000

Gennesaret, Ginosar: Jesus Boat

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Kursi: Demonic Man Healed

Magdala: Mary Magdalene

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Yosher tours, biblical dinners 2023 holy land tour, nov 26, 2023 to dec 8, 2023, israel (optional jordan extension : december 8 -13).

We will visit the major archeological and historical sites in Jerusalem, the Galilee, the Dead Sea and much more!

What's included in this trip:

• Hotels with breakfast & dinner daily plus 6 lunches
• Meeting and assistance at the airport in Israel upon arrival with group flights
• Transfer between airport and hotels, if arriving at designated times
• English-speaking guide throughout the tour
• Baggage handling, hotel taxes, service charges
• Tips to driver, guide, hotels

What's not included:

• Lunches not described in Itinerary 
• Luggage fees at airport if applicable
• Travel Insurance:  available at AIG Travel Guard
• Hotel single occupancy (extra fee)
• Gifts/personal expenses
• Land Only passengers are not guaranteed airport meeting and assistance, including transfers to & from the airport

*This tour is physically demanding .  You’ll be walking 2-5 miles a day on uneven ground, hilly trails and challenging stairways, including bus travel on winding roads. You should be in good physical condition before we leave. We don’t recommend the tour for people needing wheelchairs, walkers or for young children as most sites lack handicapped access. Please consult your physician before registering if you are pregnant, suffer from back or leg-related ailments, car or air sickness, or any chronic illnesses. 

Israel Itinerary:

Sunday, Nov 27 – Thursday, Dec 7:   12-day Israel Tour, see itinerary

Friday, Dec 8: Depart Jerusalem, Elah Valley, Be’er Sheva, Ramon Crater to Aqaba. Overnight Movenpick Spa & Tala Bay Resort Aqaba. Includes Breakfast and Dinner.

Saturday, Dec 9: Full day in Aqaba. Glass bottom boat ride, lunch and snorkeling. Overnight Movenpick Spa & Tala Bay Resort Aqaba. Includes Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Sunday, Dec 10: Wadi Rum with Jeep and camel rides, Bedouin lunch, drive to Petra, visit Wadi Musa and Petra visitor’s center. Overnight at Petra Guest House. Includes Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Monday, Dec 11: Petra (full day). Overnight at Petra Guest House, Includes Breakfast and Dinner.

Tuesday, Dec 12: Mt. Nebo, Madaba and Tall El Hammam before crossing Allenby into Israel. Farewell Dinner. Flight home.

Wednesday, Dec 13: Arrive home 

Flights for Israel Only  Trip:

Flights from the USA

November 26,2023

Departs San Francisco at 7:30 PM, Arrives in Tel Aviv at 7:35 PM, the next day.

Flights from Israel :

December 8, 2023

Departs Tel Aviv at 12:55 AM, Arrives in San Francisco at 6:00 AM.

Flights for Israel & Jordan Trip:

December 13, 2023

Departs Tel Aviv at 12:55 AM. Arrives in San Francisco at 6:00 AM.

Basic Airport / Flight Information

• Your airline ticket will be issued electronically.  When you arrive to the airport, please be prepared to present a passport to an airline representative in order to receive your boarding pass.
• All group seat assignments are under airport control.  Seat assignments online are not available for groups.  Pre-check in is not available to groups.
• You should arrive at the airport two hours before your flight departs.
• You are allowed one free checked bag and one free carry on.

Luggage (per person) limitations:

• Checked:  weight = 50 pounds max Maximum Size:  total of length + width + depth = 62”
• Carry-ons:  you are allowed to bring one piece that will fit in an overhead compartment (up to 14”w x 22”h x 9” deep) plus a smaller piece that will fit under your seat (up to 10”w x 17”h x 9” deep).
• All carry-on luggage items such as liquids, gels and aerosols must be in 3.4 ounce (100ml) or smaller containers.  Larger containers that are half-full or toothpaste tubes rolled up are not allowed.  There is not a limit on the types of liquids, gels and aerosols in your checked baggage.
• Hazardous materials see:   PackSafe for Passengers | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov)  

If using a credit card, a convenience fee (from 3.6% to 4%) will be added to the total.

Cancellation Policy : All cancellations must be made in writing to Yosher Tours.  See Terms and Conditions for cancellation fees and policies.

Health Insurance :   Health insurance with coverage for the treatment of COVID-19 virus is required for all travelers to Israel.  Travel insurance is also highly recommended and available at AIG: Travel Guard .

Passports :  You must provide Yosher Tours with a copy of your passport by June 26, 2023.   Israel requires that your passport have an expiration date not less than 6 months after your date of departure from Israel (expires after June 13, 2024).

• Prices could increase if you register after September 27, 2023.

Available Packages

Israel only package (flights included) - price : $4,995 unavailable as of september 13, 2023, $300.00 deposit: $300.00 per person.

DEPOSITS AND PAYMENTS: A non-refundable deposit of $300 is required from each traveler along with their reservation form to guarantee the booking as soon as possible. The remaining balance is due in 3 payments.

Israel Only Land Package (Flights not included) - Price: $3,545 Unavailable as of September 5, 2023

DEPOSITS AND PAYMENTS: A non-refundable deposit of $300 is required from each traveler along with their reservation form to guarantee the booking as soon as possible. The remaining balance is due in 2 payments.

Israel & Jordan Full Package (Flights included) - Price: $6,490 Unavailable as of September 5, 2023

Israel & jordan - land only package - price : $5,410 unavailable as of november 5, 2023, extra options, israel only single occupancy - price: $1,050 unavailable as of october 27, 2023, israel & jordan single occupancy - price: $1,420 unavailable as of october 27, 2023, single occpancy in jordan only - price:$370 unavailable as of october 27, 2023.

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Bishop Tyron Ivy November 2023 Israel Tour

Holy land tour of israel, bishop tyron ivy, november  6 – 16, 2023.

This  Fall 2o23 Israel Tour hosted by Bishop Tyron Ivy is a custom-designed biblical-themed 11-day door to door tour of the Holy Land. Depart Los Angeles Airport for your flight to the Holy Land on November 6th. Enjoy this amazing tour which highlights some of the most significant sites mentioned in the Bible: Jerusalem, Jaffa, Caesarea, Mt. Carmel, Sea of Galilee, Megiddo, Bet She’an ,  the  Mount of Olives ,  Garden of Gethsemane ,  Western Wall , along with other cultural sites like the  Yad Vashem , and the  Israel Museum . Explore the land where Christianity began.

DAY 1 – MONDAY, NOVEMBER 6

Depart north america for israel.

Tour members meet for our flights to Tel-Aviv. Sit back, relax, and sleep a bit as you prepare for this exciting adventure. 6500 miles later our amazing tour starts.

DAY 2 – TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 7 

Arrive in tel aviv.

Upon our arrival at the modern Ben Gurion Airport, we meet our guide, who will welcome and assist us with baggage and transfer to our motor coach. We make our way to Jaffa. Enjoy a short walking tour through the Old City of Jaffa . If time permits visit the new Taglit Innovation Center. Drive to the Hotel for some rest, a nice dinner, and a short orientation meeting after dinner. Dinner and overnight:  Hotel in Tel Aviv.

DAY 3 – WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 8

Caesarea / megiddo / mount carmel.

Today, we begin our adventure at Caesarea Maritima, the amazing city that Herod the Great built on the Mediterranean Sea and a significant city in Christian history (Acts 9, 10 & 25). A short drive takes us to Megiddo to see the site of 21 superimposed cites, dating back to before the days of Solomon. (1 Kings 9:15; Rev. 16:16). There we will see the Valley of Jezreel, also known as the Valley of Armageddon . On to Dalia El Carmel where we will visit a Druze house for Druze home hospitality . Visit an active olive press that belongs to the family. Our next stop is Mt. Carmel , where Elijah confronted the prophets of Baal (1 Kings 18). From here we’ll have the view of Israel’s breadbasket, the Jezreel Valley.  It has been a full day and time to head to the Sea of Galilee for our three-night stay at the fabulous Sea of Galilee hotel. Dinner and Overnight – Hotel in Tiberias.

DAY 4 – THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9

Tel dan / caesarea philippi / nimrod fortress / mt. bental / magdala.

We start the day driving north to the Biblical city of Dan . Here, in 930 BCE, after Solomon’s death, we will sit on the site where King Jeroboam built an alternative “temple” for pagan sacrifices (I Kgs 12:29). Also, we will see a recent archaeological dig that uncovers a remarkable mud brick city gate entrance from the time of Abraham (Gen. 14: 14 – 2000 BCE), which is 4,000 years old! Nearby, we will stand on the exact spot at the ancient Dan city gate where the only extra-biblical discovery ever found to mention David as House of David was discovered in 1992! Close by is Caesarea Philippi, the corrupt center of Baal and Pan worship, built to honor Augustus Caesar by Philip (Herod’s son) in 14 CE. It was here that Jesus asked Peter and the disciples a profound question (Mt. 16:15). We will visit Nimrod Fortress as well, that was built as a defense fortress on the way to Damascus. After lunch, we continue our sightseeing with a dramatic stop at Mt. Bental, a former military outpost and site of a key battle and Israeli victory in the 1973 Yom Kippur War. This view offers a magnificent panorama of Mt. Hermon and Syria. It is now a mountaintop United Nations observation post on the Syrian border. Afterwards, we will drop by the recent discovery of biblical city – Magdala. Dinner and Overnight – Hotel in Tiberias.

DAY 5 – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10

Sea of galilee / mount of beatitudes / capernaum / bethsaida / korazim / yardenit.

We begin the day with a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee, viewing a spectacular and special  panorama that Jesus also observed. You can only imagine the stories and experiences that took place in biblical history. After docking, we will stroll through the Yigal Alon Museum which houses the amazing ancient fishing boat recently discovered and preserved from the time of Jesus. Visit the Mount of Beatitudes . Near this site, Jesus gave the Sermon on the Mount, taught on frequent occasions, and performed many miracles. We will spend some time on the mountainside to pray, sing and meditate on God’s Word.  Down the road are two special places Capernaum, Jesus’ home base where the majority of his recorded miracles were experienced. We will actually see the site that history confirms as Peter’s home. The other site, Bethsaida, the birth village of Peter, Andrew, and Phillip. The site has been excavated lately and a lot of new findings.  After lunch, we visit the Korazim and its excavations. We’ll see the Synagogue and the Seat of Moses. A stop on the shore of St. Peter’s Primacy where the event of John 21 took place probably here. We conclude our day with a memorable and important visit to Yardenit , a pastoral site on the Jordan River where many choose to be baptized. Dinner and overnight – Hotel in Tiberias.

DAY 6 – SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 11

Beit she’an / qaser el yahud / qumran / dead sea caves.

An early start for a climatic day begins at Beit She’an , a historic city and site of one phenomenal moment – the Philistines hung the bodies of King Saul and his three sons from the city walls after their defeat. (1 Samuel 31:10- 12) What we actually see are the spectacular ruins of a 1st century BCE Roman city renamed Scythopolis built adjacent to the original site. Departing Beit She’an. Visit Kibbutz Sde Eliyahu and see the amazing high-tech startup of the Kibbutz – Bio Bee .  A short stop at Qaser El Yahud the site where John the Baptist baptized Jesus.  We’ll end the day with a visit at Qumran , the site of perhaps the greatest archaeological find of all time! It was here that a shepherd boy discovered The Dead Sea Scrolls in 1947. Dinner and overnight – Hotel at the Dead Sea.

  DAY 7 – SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 12

Masada / ein gedi / mt. scopus / jerusalem.

Today, we will start the day with a relaxing morning to float at the Dead Sea and get some Dead Sea treatments. After lunch, we will drive to Masada, a desert fortress begun in 100 BCE and completed by Herod in 20 BCE. At this place, 960 Jews committed suicide rather than die at the hands of the Romans in 73 CE! We will ascend to the plateau by cable car and explore this engineering feat. Afterwards, we visit Ein Gedi . We Then we begin to    anticipate our climatic climb “up to” the key attraction of Israel – the majestic, celebrated city of Jerusalem with the Three Blessings of “She’he’che’yanu” on Mount Scopus . Dinner and overnight – Hotel in Jerusalem.

  DAY 8 – MONDAY, NOVEMBER 13

Mt. of olives / palm sunday way / garden of gethsemane / dominus flevit / church of all nations /mt. zion / upper room / house of the high priest / city of david / hezekiah’s tunnel / southern steps.

Today we start our Jerusalem experience with a drive to the Mt. of Olives . Nothing will prepare you for the breath-taking vista of the Holy City from the Mt. of Olives . We walk the Jesus route down the “ Palm Sunday ” road to the Garden of Gethsemane , pausing to remember the passion of Jesus. We visit Dominus Flevit and the Church of All Nations. Drive up to Mt. Zion and visit the Upper Room and the House of the High Priest Caiaphas or we know it today under the name St . Peter in Galicantu. At the biblical City of David , the ancient ruins of the original Jerusalem that David conquered. After  descending through the old city excavations, we will reenact history by walking through “ Hezekiah’s” Tunnel , a 1,750-foot hand-hewn water tunnel (II Chr. 29–32) that ends at the Pool of Siloam (John 9). Flashlights and water shoes will be needed. We then have a spectacular moment at the Southern Steps of the Temple Mount. After dinner a night tour in Jerusalem including Jerusalem by night and a walk through the Rabbi Tunnel. Dinner and overnight – hotel in Jerusalem.

  DAY 9 – MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14

Temple mount / golden gate / st. anne’s church / pool of bethesda / church of the holy sepulcher.

After breakfast, we enter the Temple Mount , the site of the first and second Temple which is the most fought over land on the earth. Since 638 AD, the Muslims have had control of the “Temple Mount” with a brief respite during the Crusades. The Dome of the Rock holds court visually, but it is the Al Aqsa Mosque that holds the prestige as the third holiest site within Islam. Both were constructed around 700 CE. After our time on the Mount.  We will exit through the St. Stephen Gate to see the Blocked Golden Gate from outside. Reenter the city and visit St. Anne’s Church and the Pool of Bethesda (John 5:1ff “…wish to be made well?”). From here we begin a famed walk down the Via Dolorosa , the Way of Sorrows. Visit the Lithostradus and drop below ground level to the street level from the time of Jesus. We continue to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher . After lunch, walk through the Jewish Quarter to the Western (Wailing) Wall, the holiest site in the entire Jewish world. Dinner and overnight – hotel in Jerusalem.

  DAY 10 – MONDAY, NOVEMBER 15

Israel museum / yad vashem / garden tomb / golgatha / farewell dinner.

We begin our day with a visit the Israel Museum and the Scale Model of Jerusalem (1:50 scale model of Herodian Jerusalem as it would have appeared in Jesus’ time).  A visit to Yad Vashem Holocaust Memorial. We will conclude our day with communion at the Garden Tomb , an alternative site that some believe to be the actual site of the crucifixion, Golgotha. This has become a special place for many Christians to reflect upon the death and resurrection of Jesus. Drive back to the hotel to prepare for our flight home. Farewell dinner at the hotel. Overnight: Hotel in Jerusalem.

  DAY 11 – TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 16

Departure / usa.

Transfer to the airport for the flight back home. Arrive the same day.

 *Subject to Change*

Tour benefits.

This inspiring Fall 2023 Israel Tour is sure to refresh your spirit and reveal things about Jesus and the Bible you never knew. Visit some of the most significant historical, cultural and biblical sites in the Holy Land. Learn about the roots of your Christian faith in this once-in-a-lifetime spiritual journey. Enjoy fellowship with other Christians as you draw closer to your Savior.

Jaffa, Caesarea, Mt. Carmel, Sea of Galilee, Mount of Olives, Jordan River, Old City of Jerusalem, Mount of Beatitudes, Caesarea Philippi, Megiddo, Capernaum, Bethlehem, Masada, Chorazin, Qumran, and many more.

Among other amazing sites, visit the Davidson Center (Southern Wall excavation), Yad Vashem, Garden Tomb, the pools of Bethesda, Jordan River, Church of Peter in Gallicantu, the Last Supper Room, and the house of the High Priest Caiaphas.

Features Included in this Fall 2023 Israel Tour

• Round trip airfare: Los Angeles / Tel Aviv /Los Angeles
• Airline taxes & surcharges (Currently $700,  to be adjusted at time of ticketing)**
• Tel Aviv – Leonardo Art Hotel*
• Tiberias – Leonardo Club Hotel*
• Dead Sea – Leonard Plaza Hotel*
• Jerusalem – Leonardo Hotel*
• Full Israeli breakfast & dinner daily at hotels
• Meeting & assistance at the airport in Israel
• Licensed English-speaking guide
• Round trip transfers: Airport/Hotel/Airport
• Touring in a deluxe air-conditioned motor-coach
• Sightseeing per itinerary
• Entrance fees to all included sites
• Porterage,  & hotel service charges
• Tips to guide, driver & hotel staff
• Farewell Dinner

Not Included in this Fall 2023 Israel Tour

• Personal expenses
• Any required Covid testing expenses
• Travel insurance – (highly recommended & available at an additional cost)
• Anything not mentioned as included

*Or similar ** At time of writing, subject to change – any changes will be billed at time of ticketing. Please see our terms and conditions for additional info.

Click here for the Fall 2023 Israel Tour Brochure with pricing details. Please call us at 866.267.2511 with any questions.

A deposit of $350.00 per person, along with a completed registration form by July 6, 2023, is required to ensure your space on this tour.

TERMS & CONDITIONS

Deposits and payments for the fall 2023 israel tour.

A deposit of $500.00 is required with each reservation to guarantee booking. The balance is due 60 days prior to departure. All checks should be made payable to Coral Travel & Tours, Ltd.

Tour Arrangements

Air  –  Air arrangements are included in most group tours. Air is available to individual travelers upon request.

Land  –  All packages including overnight hotel stays are quoted based upon double occupancy sharing a twin or double room with private facilities. Coral Travel & Tours, Ltd. does not arrange sharing for individual travelers. Single rooms are available at additional cost. Coral Travel & Tours, Ltd. reserves the right to substitute hotels based upon availability when necessary. Sightseeing and entrance fees are included as per itinerary. Individual passengers and passengers arriving independently from a scheduled group are responsible for their own transfers.

Not Included

Gratuities, airport taxes and transfers (unless specifically included in certain group tours), optional tours, charges for passports, vaccinations and inoculations, excess baggage charges, accident, trip cancellation and baggage insurance, telephone and cable charges, laundry, meals not specified in the itinerary, liquor, items of a personal nature and any items not specifically listed as included.

Cancellation Penalties

All cancellations must be in writing

• Up to 100 days prior to departure date $75.00 cancellation fee
• From 99-61 days prior to departure date $250.00 cancellation fee
• From 60-46 days prior to departure date $350.00 cancellation fee
• From 45 days prior to departure date and on – full cancellation fee (100%)

Passports/Visa

You will be required to provide Coral Travel & Tours with a copy of your passport with final payment. Please Note: The State of Israel requires that your passport have an expiration date not less than 6 months after your date of arrival in Israel. There is no visa requirement for citizens of the United States traveling to Israel. Other nationals should contact their consulate for visa information. For other destinations please contact Coral Travel & Tours, Ltd. Coral Travel & Tours does NOT process visa applications. No inoculations are currently required for travel to Israel. Please contact public health authorities for further information or other destinations.

Fuel Surcharge

Please note fuel surcharges are set by the airline and Coral Travel & Tours has no control over nor receives advance notice of changes. Due to fluctuating global oil prices, the fee may change. The airline will only guarantee the fee at time of ticketing. If the airline imposes an increase, the difference will be the responsibility of each traveler and will be collected prior to departure.

Insurance Note

Travel Insurance is Highly recommended, See attached information. The Exclusion for Pre – Existing Condition will be waived i9f premium is received at the time of orwithin 14 days of the initial deposit/payment for the trip. See Travel Insurance Certificate for complete details. Travel Insurance Benefits are administered by :Trip Mate, Inc. (in CA, dba Trip Mate Insurance Agency). 9225 Ward Parkway, Suite 200, Kansas City, MO, 6411, 1-800-888-7292, To review full plan details online, go to:  www.tripmate.com/wpF418C

Suitcases: 1 per person, not to exceed 50 lbs. for 1 bag. Each can measure up to 62 linear inches (length + height + width). Carry On Luggage: 1 per person, not to exceed 11 lbs. Each can measure up to 45 linear inches (length + height + width).

Any change in the basic program will result in the charge of $150 per change per person plus any additional charges that may apply for revised air or land arrangements.

CORAL TRAVEL & TOURS LTD. (CORAL), and/or its agents and their representatives abroad, act only as agents for the tour participants in making arrangements for hotels, transportation, touring, restaurants, or any other services in connection with the itinerary. They will exercise reasonable care in making such arrangements. However, they do not assume any liability whatsoever for any injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity to person or property because of any act or default of any hotel, carrier, restaurant, company, or person rendering any of the services included in the tours. The tickets, coupons, tariffs, rules or contracts currently in use by any carrier, hotel, restaurant, or other contractor rendering services shall constitute the sole contract between such contractor and the tour participants. CORAL, and/or its agents and their representatives abroad, accept no responsibility for any damage, delay, or injury due to sickness, pilferage, labor disputes, machinery breakdown, government restraints, hostile acts, terrorism, weather, acts of God, or any other cause beyond their personal control. CORAL, and/or its agents and their representatives abroad are not responsible for loss of or damage to your luggage, accidents en route, or ill health which may require travelers to miss parts of the tour or to return home without the group. No carrier shall be responsible for any act, omission, or event during the time tour participants are not on board its own conveyance. The tour programs are planned in advance. If between planning time and the actual tour operation, circumstances beyond control require changes, CORAL, and/or its agents and their representatives abroad reserve the right to vary itineraries and substitute components of tour programs. In the event it becomes necessary or advisable for any reason whatsoever to alter the arrangements of the itinerary, such alterations may be made without penalty to the operators. The right is reserved to accept or refuse any person as a member of the tour.

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Join the Daystar team & friends as they explore the Holy Land of Israel!

We will visit the major Biblical Sites in Jerusalem and the Galilee, learn about the rich history of  both ancient and modern Israel and enjoy the  unique flavors and colors of the Land!

Price per person

Estimated to be approximately $5,499 per person

Final Price

Will be determined in mid-December 2022

Deposit of $200 required for registration

What’s Included in This Trip

• Bible teaching with Perry Stone
• Live worship with Joni and the Daystar singers
• Round Trip to Tel Aviv (If interested)
• Hotels with breakfast & dinner daily
• Meeting and assistance at the airport in Israel upon arrival
• Transfer between airport and hotels for passengers arriving and departing with group flights
• English-speaking guide throughout the tour
• Baggage handling, hotel taxes, service charges
• Tips to driver, guide, hotels

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• Lunches - paid on own but organized by tour operator
• Luggage fees at airport if applicable
• Travel Insurance:  available at AIG Travel Guard
• Single occupancy
• Gifts/personal expenses
• Land Only passengers are not guaranteed airport meeting and assistance, including transfers to & from the airport

  For questions, please call 804-264-0694 or email  [email protected]

Tour postponed.

Due to the war that has begun between Israel and Hamas and the dangers on the ground in Israel, our 2023 tour has been postponed until further notice. If you have already purchased your tour package, someone will be in contact with you about a full refund.

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Israel: Birds, Nature & Culture

November 2 - 15, 2023

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For many years Israel has been well known as the bird migration Capital of the Old World. Due to its strategic location, juxtaposed between the continents of Europe, Asia, and Africa, the narrow land mass of Israel forms a major migration ‘bottleneck’ for hundreds of bird species twice a year. Israel’s geographical position also means that many African, Eurasian, and Mediterranean species can be found at the limit of their range but still within the country’s borders. Despite its small size (only slightly bigger than the state of New Jersey) Israel is blessed with amazing landscapes, pristine deserts, abundant wildlife, and natural beauty. Above all Israel is a modern, comfortable, and safe country to visit, offering good tourist infrastructure and accommodation allowing for some exceptionally fruitful days in the field. Our tour coincides with the final pulse of autumn migration as large numbers of birds arrive every day and many species from further north settle into winter territories. This tour covers most of the country and all the major birding sites. Beginning in Tel Aviv we work our way southeast through the Negev Desert to Eilat, then head north along the Syrian-African Rift Valley via the Dead Sea, passing through the amazing Bet Shean and Hula Valleys, and ultimately cruising all the way up to the Golan Heights and Mount Hermon. Birds and wildlife be the primary focus of the tour, but we also intend to incorporate a few famous cultural and historical sites for which Israel is justly renowned.

Tour Highlights

• Fly direct from select airports in the eastern US to the dynamic, vibrant city of Tel-Aviv
• Stay on a working Kibbutz in the Western Negev where some of the best birds of the tour are right outside your chalet
• Watch raptors, storks, and pelicans migrate over the dramatic, breathtaking scenery of the great Syrian-African Rift
• Witness remarkable concentrations of raptors in the Hula Valley and Western Negev desert
• Experience the thrill of finding rare larks and wheatears in the vast, scantly vegetated deserts of the Negev and Southern Arava
• Enjoy the never-to-be-forgotten wonder of thousands of Common Cranes departing from overnight roosts in the Hula Valley—pure magic!
• Indulge in the healthy, varied culinary riches typical of the Middle East and Mediterranean Regions
• Spend two nights in the ancient city of Jerusalem including a tour of the Old City given by a fully qualified guide

Trip Itinerary

Itineraries are guidelines; variations in itinerary may occur to account for weather, road conditions, closures, etc. and to maximize your experience.

Thur., Nov. 2 : Arrivals in Tel Aviv, Israel

Our group assembles in the hotel lobby at 6:00 PM, where we meet our local guide, enjoy a welcome drink, and have a briefing. After meeting we head out for dinner at a local, authentic restaurant in the Yemenite quarter of Tel Aviv. Accommodations at the Isrotel Sea Tower Hotel (D)

Fri., Nov. 3 : Judean Plains

Today the tour starts in earnest. A typically excellent Israeli breakfast includes freshly chopped salads, hummus, baba ghanoush, pita bread, delicious bourekas, fresh fruit juices, and much more, all served buffet style. As we leave urban Tel-Aviv our first birding stop is in the Judean plains where we check some reservoirs and rolling agricultural areas. This area hosts large numbers of wintering ducks and birds of prey. We put in time to see the endangered White-headed Duck as well as Ferruginous Duck and many other more common ducks and waterfowl. After lunch we continue south toward the Negev desert watching the landscape gradually change from agricultural fields to arid, stony desert regions. Towards evening we arrive at the Kibbutz Gvulot situated in the far Western Negev, and nestled amid palms, pines, and citrus groves. This lovely spot is our base for the next two nights. Accommodations in Kibbutz Gvulot, Negev (B,L,D)

Sat., Nov. 4 : Kibbutz | Western Negev

We start the day with an optional pre-breakfast stroll around the Kibbutz. The gardens surrounding the guest rooms hold a wonderful variety of birds such as Syrian Woodpecker, Eurasian Hoopoe, Palestine Sunbird, Graceful Prinia, Great Tit, White-spectacled Bulbul, Common Myna, and many more. If we’re lucky we might even find roosting Long-eared and Barn Owls. Following breakfast, we head out to the vast fields and loess plains of the Western Negev. This area combines agriculture with semi-desert native habitats and happens to be a very important area for a number of wintering species. We get our first taste of desert species and search for several rare birds that spend the winter here such as Eastern Imperial Eagle, Saker Falcon, and the endangered Sociable Lapwing. Besides the three mentioned species, the Western Negev is a spectacular place for other birds of prey as well as great concentrations of larks, wheatears, and other passerines. After lunch at Kibbutz Gvulot we continue exploring. Accommodations in Kibbutz Gvulot, Negev (B,L,D)

Sun., Nov 5 : Nizzana | Sde Boker

We leave the Kibbutz early to the vast steppe-like wilderness of Nizzana. This area is very close to the Egyptian border, so close in fact that we clearly see the border fence during our visit. Moreover, this area is Israel’s last publicly accessible refuge for the endangered Macqueen's Bustard. We search for this beautiful creature while the surrounding terrain hosts many other species including up to four species of sandgrouse, larks, ‘Desert’ Little Owl, Chukar, Arabian Babbler, and with a bit of luck, Cream-colored Courser. A variety of mammals such as Dorcas Gazelle, Golden Jackal, Arabian Wolf, and even Striped Hyena can be found though most are crepuscular, and none are guaranteed. In the afternoon we visit the area of Sde Boker and the adjacent Zin Valley. The overlook from David Ben-Gurion’s Tomb is one of the most scenic viewpoints in the country. Nearby, Ein Avdat canyon hosts Eurasian Griffon Vulture as well as rare Lanner and Barbary Falcons. We check a roost site for the regionally endemic Syrian Serin before arriving at our hotel located on the edge of the historic Kibbutz Sde Boker. Accommodations at the Kedma Hotel, Sde Boker (B,L,D)

Mon., Nov. 6 : Crater Rim | Southern Negev Plateau

Following breakfast, we visit the Ramon Crater visitor center on the rim of the Ramon Crater, which includes a great exhibition about the crater itself as well as the Israeli space program (based around the story of Israel's first astronaut, Ilan Ramon). Birding along the rim of the crater should find us a mix of resident desert species and winterers such as White Crowned and Eastern Mourning Wheatears, Rock Martin, wagtails, pipits, Blue Rock Thrush, Black Redstart, and more. Brown-necked Raven are always present and, if we’re lucky, can be seen sparring with Lanner Falcon along the impressive cliffs. Afterwards we start driving towards Eilat (passing through the Ramon Crater) via the southern Negev plateau. We bird a few excellent desert sites along the southern Negev and search for specialties such as larks, wheatears, sandgrouse, Asian Desert Warbler, and more. We arrive in the resort/port town of Eilat in late afternoon and could perhaps squeeze in a visit to the famous Eilat North Beach at the head of the Red Sea. An evening at the beach could produce specialties such as White-eyed Gull and Western Reef Heron, as well as Caspian and Sandwich Terns, Black-headed and Slender-billed Gulls. The first of three nights at the Kibbutz Eilot Country Lodging hotel, a favorite among birders and hosts of the 2023 and 2024 Eilat Bird Festival and the annual ‘Champions of the Flyways’ bird race and fund-raising event. Accommodations at the Kibbutz Eilot Country Lodging, Eilat (B,L,D)

Tues., Nov. 7 & Wed., Nov. 8 : Two Full Days Exploring Eilat & Arava Valley

Eilat is well established as one of the most exciting places in the Old World for bird watching, with a rich (and well documented) history of bird migrations involving raptors, amazing fallouts of songbirds, and an enviable collection of annual rarities. European birders flock to Eilat every year such is its reputation and, being a mere four hours flying time from Europe, it’s no surprise that Eilat has a magnetic draw for birding folk. Eilat, combined with the southern Arava Valley is a fabulous place to visit even during late autumn and winter and during our time here we visit the famous K20 salt pools and the K19 reservoirs which support impressive numbers of Greater Flamingo, waterfowl, and shorebirds, as well as raptors. The Eilat Birdwatching Park and Ringing Center is a haven for migrant passerines and, remarkably, Oriental Honey Buzzard following swarms of migrating bees to the region and have become a regular feature in recent years. A visit to the barren yet strikingly beautiful Eilat Mountains should produce highly specialized desert residents such as Sinai Rosefinch, Hooded Wheatear, Sand Partridge, Streaked Scrub Warbler, and Trumpeter Finch, and we closely scrutinize the Acacia trees as we search for the enigmatic Pallid Scops Owl, a master of camouflage that can hide in the scantest of trees in the desert. All of these species are capable of surviving in an environment that, on average, receives only one inch of rain per year! The views overlooking the Red Sea are not to be ignored, and from certain vantage points one can see the countries of Jordan, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt (Sinai) all from one spot. The open expanses of desert near Eilat should hold some of the rarer larks and wheatears found in the region and here we search for Temminck's, Greater Hoopoe, and Bar-tailed Lark, as well as Basalt and Desert Wheatears, Asian Desert Warbler, and more. Further north, the agricultural elements of the Arava Valley surrounding the settlement of Yotvata could produce Black Scrub-Robin and Namaqua Dove. We might just stay here after dusk to search for mercurial, crepuscular species such as Pharaoh Eagle Owl and Egyptian Nightjar. A delicious buffet supper and another night awaits us at the Kibbutz Eilot Country Lodging. Accommodations at the Kibbutz Eilot Country Lodging, Eilat (B,L,D)

Thurs., Nov. 9: Arava Highway | Dead Sea Region

We leave Eilat after an excellent and varied buffet breakfast and start working our way north along the Arava Highway. We should have time to check some local wadis (a ‘wadi’ being a natural valley or water course) where we may find a few Cyprus Warbler, an endemic breeder on Cyprus but regular on passage/winter in Israel. Mid-morning we plan to visit a desert nature reserve where we search for the range restricted Red Sea Warbler (formerly Arabian Warbler). The reserve is the last major stronghold of this charismatic species in Israel though quite a few pairs frequent the Acacia ‘park-forest’ here and it is present throughout the year. In the early afternoon we arrive at the southern Dead Sea region. We visit some flood pools that hold water year-round with Gray-headed Swamphen as well as regional specialties such as Dead Sea Sparrow and Clamorous Reed Warbler being found here with patience. After checking in to our hotel in late afternoon we opt for an early dinner and head out for a night safari looking for two of the rarest birds in the West Palearctic region—Desert Tawny Owl and Nubian Nightjar. Visitation of both enigmatic species requires the presence of a permit holding guide and together we put in a major effort to find them. Alternatively, some may prefer to opt out of the night safari in preference for a relaxed evening at the hotel in Ein Bokek along the shores of the southern Dead Sea. Accommodations at the Isrotel Ganim Hotel, Ein Bokek (B,L,D)

Fri., Nov. 10 : Judean Desert | Masada | Qumran National Park

Following another sumptuous Israeli breakfast, we head north to the dramatic escarpment that forms the eastern edge of the Judean Desert. Here steep sided cliffs tower over the western shore of the Dead Sea offering mile after mile of spectacular views. Our first port of call is Masada, one of the most famous and iconic sites in Jewish history. The site was a hilltop home to a small Jewish community that held off Roman assault for three years before falling in a very morbid and historic manner. Over 900 people stood firm against the Roman siege and, rather than surrendering to the Romans, committed mass suicide in one of the most dramatic of all biblical events. After the Romans conquered the site, Herod the Great took over the Table Mountain and built impressive castles, water systems, and more. In the modern era, the area has become a national park and is home to a handful of specialty bird species such as Fan-tailed Raven and Tristram's Starling. We are joined by a tour guide who gives us a guided tour of the site. From Masada we head north along the Rift Valley to the equally famous Qumran National Park, home to the site of the discovery of the Dead Sea scrolls. Birding of the area and nearby Wadi Kalia might just produce Striolated Bunting and Eastern Mourning Wheatear too. We drive north through the Jordan Valley skirting around Jericho and watching the landscape turn gradually yet dramatically ‘green’ as we leave the pure desert regions behind. If time allows, we perhaps enjoy a glorious sunset over the Sea of Galilee, yet another site steeped in Biblical History. In the evening we arrive at our hotel in the Hula Valley, our base for the next three nights. Accommodations at the Hagoshrim Hotel, Dan (B,L,D)

Sat., Nov. 11 : Golan Heights | Mount Hermon | Druze Village

By way of complete contrast to the Dead Sea and Judean Desert, we head north up to the Golan Heights and Mount Hermon. The Hermon is Israel's highest mountain peaking at 2,814 meters and the only place in the country where ‘Alpine’ fauna and flora exist. Locally iconic species such as Rock Nuthatch, Sombre Tit, Rock Bunting, and others should be found with a little patience. We bird the foothills and if weather permits, we head up to the top of the mountain. After the Hermon we visit a Druze town for a delicious traditional Druze lunch and then drive south through the Golan Heights to Gamla Nature Reserve, formerly home to one of the biggest colonies of Eurasian Griffon Vultures in the Middle East. Sadly, the vulture population has crashed in recent years and only a handful of pairs remain. However, the rather dramatic gorge is still an amazing place to visit and a stroll through the reserve to the canyon lookout should produce ‘upland’ species such as Woodlark, Alpine and Little Swifts, Bonelli's Eagle, Cinereous Vulture, and more. Rock Hyrax and Mountain Gazelle are common in the area and should be among the mammals seen. Accommodations at the Hagoshrim Hotel, Dan. (B,L,D)

Sun., Nov. 12 : Agamon Hula Park

A full day in the magical Agamon Hula Park. The park evolved as a result of an interesting story that dates to Israel's early days when the first government of the young developing country decided to drain the historic Hula Lake. Following several projects over recent years, the park as it stands with its impressive body of water, is now managed by the Jewish National Fund and is built around the birds and nature with public viewing and education very much in mind. An early departure is required for our ‘sunrise date’ with tens of thousands of wintering Common Cranes. We start with the ‘famous’ mobile hide tour, which brings us up close and personal with the cranes as they leave the roost. We then spend most of the day in the park where we enjoy personalized access with our own minibus to all areas of the park. The cultivated fields, creeks, and flooded areas host a huge diversity of birds and wildlife. This is a raptor-lover's paradise with impressive numbers of Great Spotted and other eagles, Steppe and Long-legged Buzzards, up to four species of harrier, Black Kite by the hundred and several species of falcon should also be present. Shorebirds and ducks are concentrated in numbers and the ever-present bugling of tens of thousands of Common Cranes creates a magical atmosphere for the whole day. The park is also very good for mammals ranging from the introduced Nutria (or Coypu) to Egyptian Mongoose, Wild Boar, Golden Jackal, and the majestic yet mysterious Jungle Cat. Accommodations in the Hula Valley (B,L,D)

Mon., Nov. 13 : Arbel Cliff | Jordan River Valley Reserve

This morning we check out from our hotel and return south along the Sea of Galilee to the Arbel Cliff. Mount Arbel is a beautiful natural escarpment towering over the city of Tiberius. It is one of the most scenic parks in Israel and is home to a nice range of bird species. Here we search for the range restricted Long-billed Pipit and perhaps Wallcreeper which have been found wintering here in recent years. The latter is rare and solitary but is also unmistakable and with patience we might just get lucky! Continuing south to the Bet Shean Valley we enter a low-lying area dominated by agriculture, fishponds, and the Jordan River Valley Reserve. The area is one of the best birding spots in the country and boasts huge numbers of gulls (including Armenian and Pallas's Gulls), Great and Pygmy Cormorants, Great White Pelican, and numerous herons and raptors. The alfalfa fields often host rarer ‘eastern’ passerines such as Oriental Skylark, Richard’s Pipit, Siberian Stonechats, and more. Finally, the Bet Shean Valley is often the best place in Israel to find Dead Sea Sparrow and Desert Finch. We spend the afternoon here and then drive south to Jerusalem for two nights at Yearim Hotel nestled in the hills outside the city. Accommodations at Yearim Hotel, Jerusalem (B,L,D)

Tues., Nov. 14 : Jerusalem Bird Observatory | Old City

Following an early breakfast, we head to the Jerusalem Bird Observatory for a banding session and some up close and personal interactions with some of Israel’s wintering species. The Observatory is the only birding center in the world present on parliament grounds. It is located next to the Knesset and is an important center for urban nature study in the middle of the busy metropolis of Jerusalem. We also spend some time in the adjacent Rose Garden, which is an excellent site for Syrian Woodpecker, Hawfinch, thrushes, and more. After the birding we meet with a tour guide specializing in Jerusalem who escorts us on a tour of the main sites of the Old City of Jerusalem. This amazing ancient city normally requires a few days to explore but our tour includes the major holy sites as well as some of the gates, the ‘walls promenade,’ and the markets where we also have some time for shopping and a light lunch. The guided tour ends in the early afternoon with free time until the end of the day. Accommodations at Yearim Hotel, Jerusalem (B,L,D)

Wed., Nov. 15 : Departures

This morning we should have time to revisit the Jerusalem Birding Observatory and bird the grounds of the observatory before returning to the Yearim Hotel where our tour concludes around 12:00 noon. Transfers can be arranged for those traveling home the same day via Ben Gurion International Airport. Other guests may prefer to stay on in Jerusalem and explore more of the city, or simply stay for longer and explore much more of Israel! (B)

Cost of the Journey

Cost of the Journey is $7290 DBL / $8450 SGL, based on double occupancy, per person. The tour price includes airport transfers, 13 nights’ accommodations, all meals from dinner Day One through breakfast Day 14, professional guide services, park and preserve entrance fees, and miscellaneous program expenses. Cost of the journey does not include airfare from your home to Tel Aviv, Israel or items of a personal nature, such as drinks from the bar, telephone, and local guide gratuities (at your discretion, we will give some guidelines).

Please plan to make air travel plans only after the minimum group size has been met. We will send you a confirmation email as soon as the trip has been confirmed.

The airport for this tour is Ben-Gurion International Airport (TLV) in Tel-Aviv. Arrive: November 2, 2023 by 3:00 PM Depart: November 15, 2023 after 3:00 PM *Note, most flights usually depart from the United States on November 1, 2023. Some flights depart in the evening from Tel Aviv, resulting in arrival in U.S. on November 16, 2023. Our travel agent can assist with flight arrangements, please ask.

Browse below for trip reports and species lists from past versions of this and other tours from this destination.

• Trip Report
• Species List

Gerard Gorman is a deeply experienced birding and wildlife guide, particularly in Central and Eastern Europe where his knowledge of the wildlife sites of the region is second to none, having visited every country from the Baltic to the Black Sea. In recent years he has led several Naturalist Journeys groups across Europe and Africa. Gerard is also an author, and his books include Central and Eastern European Wildlife (Bradt, 2008) and Birding in Eastern Europe (WildSounds, 2006). His main ornithological interest focuses on woodpeckers, and he is regarded as an authority, authoring an unprecedented seven books on the family, including the acclaimed Woodpeckers of the World (Bloomsbury, 2014) and Woodpecker (Reaktion, 2017). His latest works include, The Wryneck (Pelagic Publishing, 2022), the definitive monograph on this fascinating species, and The Green Woodpecker (Pelagic Publishing, 2023). Gerard is also interested in wildlife tracking, and his Pocket Guide to Tracks and Signs of European Wildlife (Bloomsbury) was published in 2014.

Photo credit: probirder.com

Other trips with Gerard Gorman

Essential Information +

This information is important for being prepared for your journey; we want you to have the best experience possible. If you only read one section, this one is key!

Ahead of your tour:

• Make sure your passport will be valid at least six months after the date of your scheduled return to the U.S. No Visas are required for U.S. citizens for stays less than 90 days in Israel. If you are from another country, please contact the Embassy of Israel website for guidelines.
• Please check current  CDC reco mmendations for travel to Israel and consult with your doctor about general travel vaccinations you should have as precaution for travel.  See the “Health and Inoculations” section below.
• Travel insurance in case of serious medical emergency is strongly recommended. Full health coverage and repatriation is available through Allianz Travel Insurance , agent number 176098.
• Plan your flight reservations arriving into and departing from Ben-Gurion International Airport (TLV). Send a copy of your itinerary to the Naturalist Journeys office please.
• Soft sided luggage/duffel bags are easiest for packing the vans. Pack essential medications in your carry-on luggage, as well as one day of clothing and optics in case of luggage delay.

Arrival into Ben-Gurion International Airport (TLV)

Please note: If you are delayed in travel, please refer to your emergency contact list, and contact the ground operator listed for the country you’re traveling to with a copy to our office. You may also phone or text your guide. Quite a few of your guides will set up a WhatsApp connection so you can also reach your guide by phone.

Please plan to arrive at Ben-Gurion International Airport at your leisure on the first day of the tour. Please note that flights will usually depart from the United States on the previous day. The Ben-Gurion International Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv is welcoming, and it should not be difficult to pass through immigration, collect your luggage and pass-through customs before exiting to the public areas. ATM’s are available in the main airport area.

Birdlife Israel will arrange the main transfer of guests from Ben Gurion airport to the hotel in Tel Aviv. Travelers unable to make the main transfer can take a taxi to the hotel at their leisure for about $40. 

We will coordinate your pick-up close to your departure with operators and guides once we have all travelers’ completed travel information. Please make sure we have both your ARRIVAL and DEPARTURE information.   It is imperative that we have your correct TRAVEL information; we appreciate if you email us a copy of your flight reservation. Our operator will check for your updated flight information.

A driver will be sent for you and they may come inside to meet you, holding a sign, or they may be just outside the main doors at the curb looking for you. We have asked them to wear binoculars to help identify themselves and you can help them by doing so also. If for any reason you do not find them, there is a tourist office that can help you phone them, or you can get on the Wi-Fi or cell to check for messages. 

Our group will assemble in the hotel lobby at 6 p.m., where we will meet our local guide, enjoy a welcome drink and have a briefing. After meeting we’ll head out for dinner at a local, authentic restaurant in the Yemenite quarter of Tel Aviv.

Please check the Travel Details section of this tour for additional information and updates.

Departures from Ben-Gurion International Airport (TLV)

Please plan departures from Ben-Gurion after noon on the last day of the tour. Please note, some flights do depart in the evening from Tel Aviv, resulting in arrival in U.S. the next day. Our travel agent can assist with flight arrangements.

On your last morning we should have time to re-visit the Jerusalem Birding Observatory and bird the grounds of the observatory before returning to the Mount Zion Hotel where the tour will conclude around 12 noon. Transfers can be arranged for those traveling home the same day via Ben Gurion International Airport. Other guests may prefer to stay on in Jerusalem and explore more of the city, or simply stay for longer and explore much more of Israel!

Passport, Visas & Documents

You must have a passport that is in good condition and is valid for six months AFTER your scheduled return to the U.S. You should have at least one blank page per stamp. The blank pages need to say “Visas” at the top. Pages marked “Amendments and Endorsements” will not be accepted. If you are from another country, please contact the Israel embassy website for guidelines. Information for US citizens can be found at travel.state.gov .

It is always advisable to check for changes 60-90 days ahead but, at the time of writing, a tourist visa is not required for stays less than 90 days. You will need proof of a return ticket. The necessary documents will be distributed by your airline while in flight or provided for you upon arrival. We advise that you bring your eContact list of hotels for use at immigration as well.

Passport Note: Due to a lack of diplomatic relations between Israel and many Arabic or predominantly Muslim countries, those with Israel entry stamps in their passports will not be allowed to enter the Arabic countries in question. To alleviate this issue, visitors are now given an entry card instead of a stamp on arrival to Israel, which you must keep until you leave. As of March 2017, foreign nationals may be refused entry to Israel if they have publicly called for a boycott of the country, or support an organization that has called for it.

It’s wise to carry a color photocopy of your passport ID page in a separate location while traveling, and to leave a copy with your emergency contact person at home. You may want to take a photo with your phone and have a copy there, along with a photo of the BAR CODE on your luggage tag. If your passport is lost or stolen, or your bag is misplaced these photos will greatly expedite replacement.  

General Health & Inoculations Information - Be Prepared!

We will share your health information with your guide. This information will be kept confidential but is very important as we want to be best prepared in case of medical emergency.   Bring any prescription medications with you and it’s best if you have a copy of the prescription in case of loss. Including a supply of standard over the counter medications for common ailments is recommended.

Anti-malarial drugs are not required for any area that you visit. At the time of writing, all visitors to Israel are required to hold health insurance with coverage for the treatment of COVID-19 for the duration of your trip. The CDC recommends that all travelers be up to date with routine vaccinations and basic travel vaccines (such as Polio, Hepatitis A and Typhoid) before traveling to any destination. Please check with your doctor for recommendations at least 4-6 weeks before departing on your trip. A helpful website for planning is the Center for Disease Control (USA) or by phone (800) CDC-INFO.

We recommend that you bring a travel-sized first aid kit and medications for common ailments, as well as an extra pair of glasses or contact lenses. You should bring an adequate supply of any prescription drugs you use, and in addition, a list of generic names of your medicine as “back-up” in case it is necessary to purchase drugs while abroad. When traveling with medication, it is a good idea to pack any drugs you take regularly in your carry-on luggage. You’ll want to keep medications in their original, labeled containers. It is also a good idea to carry with you an up-to-date record of known allergies or chronic medical problems so that emergency treatment, if necessary, can be carried out without endangering your health.

Weather & Climate

In general, the weather during your stay should be pleasant, ranging from the low 40’s and highs in the mid-70’s°F. A jacket is recommended. Temperatures are generally higher in the south of the country and the Galilee area, and cooler in Jerusalem. It might rain occasionally. Check your favorite weather website like, www.weather.com , closer to your departure to better predict what the weather will be on your adventure.

Food & Drinks

Tap water is safe to drink throughout Israel. Bottled water is widely available. Milk is pasteurized and dairy products are safe for consumption. All local meat, fish and vegetables are considered safe to eat.

Bottled water will be available for field trips and drinking water is provided for you to refill a bottle. One of the many ways we strive to do our part for the environment is by trying to reduce our consumption of plastics; if convenient we appreciate if you can bring reusable water bottles. Your guide will let you know when bottled water is preferable.

Packing, Clothing & Laundry

Dress is very informal and laundry services are available for a fee at our hotels. While some people will change for dinner, it is usually just to a drier or cleaner version of what they wore during the day.

Please, pack light.   We are serious about this – we move around a lot; you just do not need much to cope with tropical life! Please do not bring anything more than you must. Lay out your hopeful things to take and then do a serious paring down please! And please do not pack any essential medications, or your vital optics, in your checked luggage!  

TRAVEL TIP: Imagine NOT getting your suitcase. Wear your most important shoes for the field, have one day’s clothing change, and a change of underwear!

Spending Money

The official currency in Israel is the shekel (ILS/NIS). We advise you carry a mix of different types of payments, such as cash, an ATM card, and a credit card. For the current exchange rate, please refer to an online converter tool like  www.xe.com , or your bank. After you leave the baggage claim area at Ben Gurion Airport, there are ATM machines where you can withdraw funds using your credit card for a reasonable exchange rate. U.S. dollars in good condition (no rips or tears) are also taken as a form of payment but the exchange rate will not be in your favor and shopping for smaller handicrafts may necessitate using local currency.

ATM machines are widely available in Israeli cities, and allow you to choose an English language interface. Make sure your PIN code has only 4 digits. When using the ATM to withdrawal cash, keep in mind it might only accept cards from local banks or not allow cash advances on credit cards, , and there are often transaction fees for withdrawals. Check with your bank before departure. You must become familiar with how to use your ATM card and PIN number ahead of the journey.

We suggest you have more than one card available, if possible. You may want to bring more than one brand of card (VISA and Mastercard are commonly accepted; American Express is less common). You can use credit cards at lodges to pay your bar and gift tabs. Not every shop will accept every card. Some smaller shops and restaurants, or taxis require cash, so it is always a good idea to ask before making a purchase. We recommend that you advise your bank or credit card company that you will be traveling abroad to avoid questions, card freezes, or charges. If you have a choice of cards, bring one with no foreign exchange fees.

Traveler’s checks are not widely accepted. They can be difficult to exchange. We do not advise you use them.

  Gratuities

Tipping throughout the tour is at your discretion. Some guidelines follow. At larger (mostly city) hotels, tip maids and bar service as you would at home. At eco-lodges, there is typically a staff tip box in a public area; the going rate per person is $6-$10 a day, which is shared among staff for maid service, and general staff service at the lodges. Gratuities for group meals are already included. Your Naturalist Journeys host will take care of smaller tips such field trip services by boat drivers, night drive outings, single activities. Your additional tip is encouraged for birding tour guides and drivers who are with you for several days or the full trip; $10-$15 per day per guest is standard for guide service, and half that for a driver. If you have more than one local guide at a location, they will share the daily amount. We encourage tipping for the local teams hosting you; anything extra for your Naturalist Journeys host is at your discretion.

Cell Phones & Internet Service

If you plan on using your cell phone on this trip, please check with your wireless provider to see if your phone and service will work in your destination country. Options include activating international roaming, purchasing a local SIM card at the airport (newer phones may not accept SIM cards), or simply turning off cellular service and relying on Wi-Fi to make calls and access the internet. If bringing a laptop or tablet, get a good dustcover to protect it at all times.

Israel is a small country and reception is good almost everywhere. Your hotels, public places and most local restaurants provide Wi-Fi at least in their common areas.

If you plan NOT to use your cell phone, we highly recommend that you turn off your cellular data. This will ensure that you do not incur international roaming charges. Another technique is to put your phone in airplane mode when not connected to WIFI, you can still use it for photos and the battery will last longer too.

Please refrain from taking or making cell phone calls in the vehicles when traveling with other passengers, unless it appears to be an emergency. This disrupts other guests, plan on cell phone call use on your own time.

Electricity

The standard voltage in Israel is 230 V and the standard frequency is 50 Hz. Power plugs and sockets are of type C and H. You will need a power plug adapter and a voltage converter to use electric devices in Israel. More information available at  power-plug-sockets.com .

Israel is on Israel Daylight Time (UTC/GMT +3, 7 hours later than New York City. Israel observes daylight savings time from March to October. Check www.timeanddate.com before leaving home for your conversion.

Please contact Naturalist Journeys by email at [email protected] or telephone at our office: (520) 558-1146 or toll free: (866) 900-1146 if you have any questions. Many thanks for traveling with us and we hope you enjoy your journey!

Pace & Protocols +

Pace of the tour & what to expect.

You will receive a Schedule-at-a-Glance and list of hotels (our eContact List) a few weeks before your departure. This will serve as an outline for each day and alert you to any recent changes made in the schedule or to our hotels, if needed.

Our journeys are set up to follow the rhythm of nature. Our focus is on birding and nature; we offer full, well-planned field days and often get up early for that magical time around dawn. We generally follow the published itinerary, but we stay flexible to the weather, wildlife opportunities and the interests of the group. Your guide will keep you apprised of the next day’s schedule at each evening meal, noting what to bring and what to prepare for. Questions and/or concerns are welcome.

The pace of our Naturalist Journeys tours is moderate; to fully participate you should be able to get in and out of vehicles several times a day, and walk 1-3 miles over uneven terrain.  It is important to participate with a flexible attitude as adjustments may be made in our schedule to make the most of our time in the field or for other purposes at your guide's discretion. We are not a “listing” bird company that drills down on target species, but at times we do wait for those special species unique to the places we visit. During the day, we take time to stop for photos and for educational opportunities to learn about conservation projects, landscapes, and geology. We appreciate other taxa as well as birds, with mammals often the biggest draw but plants and butterflies are also very popular. Our clients often lend their own expertise to the mix.

We like to make meals a fun and memorable part of the experience, too. Breakfasts are often at hotels, and we carry snacks, fruit, and water in the vans each day. Lunches are a mix of picnics in the field (weather dependent) and a chance to dine with locals at small cafes and restaurants. For dinner, we pride ourselves in our homework to keep up with the best choices for dining, choosing restaurants with atmosphere that specialize in local foods. On occasion we keep dinner simple to go back out in the field for sunset wildlife viewing or night walks. In some remote locations, our choices are limited. If you are tired, room service for dinner may be an option you can choose.

Naturalist Journeys International Trips: Guide Role

Naturalist Journeys supports ecotourism and the development of excellent local guides. Once we know our international partners and guides well, we can send out small groups working directly with these trusted partners, adding a Naturalist Journeys guide to assist the local expert when we have a group of 6-7 or more. This helps us keep your costs down while retaining tour quality. The local guide is your main guide. You can expect your Naturalist Journeys guide to be well-researched and often they are experienced in the destination, but their role is not to be primary, it is to help to organize logistics, help you find birds, mammals, and interesting other species in the field, keep reports, help facilitate group interactions, and to keep the trip within Naturalist Journeys' style. Local guides live in the countries we travel to, know the destinations intimately, and are often the strongest force for conservation in their countries. They open many doors for us to have a rich experience.

Smoking is not permitted in any vehicle or in any situation where the group is participating in an activity together, such as a vehicle excursion or a guided walk. Please respect all designated smoking areas at hotels and restaurants.

Transportation

As a courtesy to each other, we ask that all travelers please rotate seating. On international trips we may all be in one small bus, on some trips we are in vans, particularly the roomy Sprinter Vans when available. Some areas require us to be in smaller 4-wheel drive or safari vehicles. Rotation allows you to sit with different drivers and alternate front and back seating.

Photo Release & Sharing

We take many group photos and will share photos with the group. And after your tour, we will organize a chance to share photos via Dropbox or Google Photos. Please note that this is our policy and if you prefer to be excluded, we need to know ahead of your tour.

By registering for this tour, you agree to grant to Naturalist Journeys and its authorized representatives’ permission to record on photography film and/or video, pictures of my participation in the tour. You further agree that any or all of the material photographed may be used, in any form, as part of any future publications, brochure, or other printed materials used to promote Naturalist Journeys, and further that such use shall be without payment of fees, royalties, special credit or other compensation.

Travel Insurance

You are traveling in remote areas. Naturalist Journeys strongly recommends you have full medical and evacuation insurance from a company such as  Allianz , for all international travel. If you do not have medical coverage or evacuation coverage on your existing travel insurance policy or for some reason elected not to take that out, we advise getting an evacuation plan with Global Rescue ,  World Nomads , Medjet , Allianz (they can do evacuation only) or a similar company. These plans are typically $300-$400 for a year for multiple destinations. This coverage may be a part of a larger Travel Insurance policy but can also be purchased on its own.

Please contact Naturalist Journeys by email at [email protected] or telephone our office: (520) 558-1146 or toll free: (866) 900-1146 if you have any questions. Many thanks for traveling with us and we hope you enjoy your journey.

Packing List +

Please pack light.

Soft luggage is much easier for us to pack than a more rigid hard sided piece, so if you have the choice, please use your soft luggage.   Be sure to have your name and address on the inside of the bag, as well as on the luggage tag on the handle.   It is our hope that you can pack in one checked suitcase that does not exceed 45 pounds.   Be sure to pack your personal medication, airline tickets, passport, binoculars, camera, and other essential items in your carry-on bag. You will want a day pack for field trips, so this is an ideal carry-on. Please reconfirm your airline’s baggage weight and size restrictions about a week or so before departure.

In general, the weather during your stay should be pleasant, with highs averaging in the mid-70’s, and lows in the mid-50’s°F. A jacket is recommended. Check your favorite weather website like, www.weather.com , closer to your departure to better predict what the weather will be on your adventure.

Dress is comfortable and informal throughout the trip. Dressing in layers is the best way to be comfortable. Lightweight long-sleeved shirts and long pants make ideal field clothing as they are more protective from sun and vegetation.   But if you like to wear them, by all means bring some shorts.   Also, choose clothing you don’t mind getting dirty or muddy and things that are comfortable and easy.

Clothing & Gear

• Lightweight long pants, 2 pairs
• Shorts (optional)
• Lightweight long-sleeved shirts (2-3)
• T-shirts or equivalent (3-4 – remember you may be buying some!)
• Personal underclothing and pajamas
• Socks – lightweight and easy to wash and dry
• Comfortable clothes for evening (a cleaner version of your field clothes or a skirt, sundress, etc.)
• Bathing suit (optional)
• Hat with broad brim for sun protection
• Bandana (gel bandanas work well to keep you cool)
• Comfortable walking shoes (such as tennis shoes)
• Lightweight hiking boots
• Sandals for evenings, travel days (optional)
• Sweater or jacket; fleece fabric is ideal, but a sweatshirt will do
• Lightweight raincoat or poncho (great if this doubles as windbreaker)
• Field vest (optional), a great source is  Big Pockets

Equipment & Miscellaneous

• Airline tickets
• Passport with copy kept elsewhere (for international travelers)
• Photo Identification
• Small daypack or fanny pack for your field gear – make sure it seals well to protect from dust
• Walking sticks (optional, but recommended if you usually hike with them)
• Small flashlight with fresh batteries
• Alarm clock (or use your phone)
• Sunscreen/Chapstick with SPF
• Insect Repellent
• Toiletry articles
• Spotting scope and tripod (optional)
• Camera and extra batteries/battery chargers, film or digital chips, lens cleaning supplies and your instruction manual (optional)
• Tablet or laptop for personal use and/or transferring photos, USB cord and charger (optional)
• Chargers for cameras and/or phones, and three prong adapters if needed
• Water bottle (or you can use one of ours and refill during the journey)
• Notebook or journal and pen (optional)
• Field guides (optional)
• Earplugs (if hotel noise or roommates snoring may bother you; optional)
• Laundry soap for hand washing, a couple of clothespins, travel sewing kit
• Rechargeable power bank (optional)

WE DO NOT RECOMMEND TRAVELING WITH PRECIOUS OR VALUABLE JEWELRY – don’t tempt anyone and don’t bring things you’d regret losing - your mind will be at ease!

Medical & First Aid Items

• Personal prescription medications
• Motion sickness preventatives if likely to be needed on bus, van drives, etc.
• Personal first aid kit and medications for general ailments
• Band-Aids, moleskin to protect against blisters
• Foot powder, lotions for dry skin, general “comfort” items
• Small bottle of hand sanitizer
• Copy of eyeglass prescription, medical prescriptions, vaccination records, and any medical alerts
• Insurance information
• Extra pair of eyeglasses or contacts

Suggested Reading List +

There are many titles of interest for Israel; the following are a few that we have enjoyed that can get you started. Your guide will also have a selection of reference books and materials for participants to share.

Collins Bird Guide

Merlin App – Israel Pack. A phone-based birding app from Cornell University Laboratory of Ornithology. Before departing the U.S., download the app for free , then from within the app, download the “pack” for Israel.

Field Guides 

• Birds of the Bible
• Birds of the Middle East and North Africa
• Finding Birds in Israel
• Photographic Guide to the Birds of Israel and the Middle East
• Bird: The Definitive Visual
• The Birds of Israel
• Collins Bird Guide App at the Apple App
• Collins Bird Guide App on Google Play

History & Culture

Israel: A Concise History of a Nation Reborn

DK Eyewitness Jerusalem, Israel and the Palestinian Territories (Travel Guide)

Israel – Culture Smart!: The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture

Israel Rising: Ancient Prophecy/Modern Lens

Israeli Soul: New Bible of Israeli Foodl

Let There Be Water: Israel’s Solution for a Water-Starved World

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Useful Links +

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Judea

Israel – An Encyclopedic Overview

• https://www.britannica.com/place/Israel
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Negev
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tel_Aviv

Gvulot (Kibbutz in southern Israel)

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gvulot

Nessana (Nizzana)

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nessana
• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sde_Boker

Nature, Wildlife & Biology

BirdLife Israel

• https://www.birds.org.il/en

Birds of Israel – En Encylopedic Overview

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_birds_of_Israel

“Birding in Jerusalem: An Ancient City With 300 Bird Species” – Article by Annie Novak for The Cornell Lab

• https://www.allaboutbirds.org/news/birding-in-jerusalem-an-ancient-city-with-300-bird-species/

Birding Arava Valley – Article by Keith Marsh from Bird Forum

• https://www.science.co.il/parks/birding/Arava.php

Species that live in Israel – iNaturalist

• https://www.inaturalist.org/places/israel

Endemic Animals of Israel

• https://animalia.bio/endemic-lists/country/endemic-animals-of-israel

Threatened Species in Israel

• https://www.inaturalist.org/places/israel#threatened=1

Article - "Tristram Starling – The Bird That Flirts!"

• https://deadsealand.org.il/articles/item/57/

Flora and Fauna of Israel

• https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/flora-and-fauna-in-israel
• https://www.wildflowers.co.il/english/plantsIndex.asp

Israeli Wildlife

• https://www.natureisrael.com/wildlife

Conservation, Parks & Reserves

Israel Ornithological Center

• https://www.israbirdcenter.org/index%20eng.htm

Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel

• https://natureisrael.org/

Jerusalem Bird Observatory

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jerusalem_Bird_Observatory

Global Nature Fund – Dead Sea

• https://www.globalnature.org/en/living-lakes/asia/the-dead-sea

Qumran National Park

• https://www.parks.org.il/en/reserve-park/qumran-park/

Gamla Nature Reserve

• https://en.parks.org.il/reserve-park/gamla-nature-reserve/

Agamon Hula Park

• https://agamon-hula.co.il/home-en/

Jordan River Nature Center

• https://tracyaviary.org/jordan-river/

Geology & Geography

Geology of Israel

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geology_of_Israel

Geography of Israel

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geography_of_Israel

“Travels in Geology: Soaking up the Dead Sea: A trip to Israel's salty sea is a geological and historical delight” – Article by Earth Magazine

• https://www.earthmagazine.org/article/travels-geology-soaking-dead-sea-trip-israels-salty-sea-geological-and-historical-delight

Makhtesh Ramon (Ramon Crater)

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Makhtesh_Ramon

Negev Desert

• https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Negev_Desert

Mount Herman

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Hermon

Hula Valley

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hula_Valley

Mount Arbel

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mount_Arbel#Nature_reserve_and_national_park

Golan Heights

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Golan_Heights#Geography

Jordan Valley

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jordan_Valley#Geography

Old City of Jerusalem

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Old_City_of_Jerusalem

Eilat, Israel

• https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/eilat

Israel’s History and Culture

• https://www.everyculture.com/Ge-It/Israel.html

Historic Masada

• https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Masada

Helpful Travel Websites

Ben-Gurion International Airport (TLV)

• https://www.iaa.gov.il/

National Passport Information Center

• https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html/

Homeland Security Real ID Act

• https://www.dhs.gov/real-id

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)

• https://www.cbp.gov/travel

Transportation Security Administration (TSA)

• https://www.tsa.gov

Foreign Exchange Rates

• https://www.xe.com/

ATM Locator

• https://www.visa.com/atmlocator/
• https://www.mastercard.us/en-us/personal/get-support/find-nearest-atm.html

U.S. Department of State International Travel Information - Israel

• https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/international-travel/International-Travel-Country-Information-Pages/IsraeltheWestBankandGaza.html

Center for Disease Control (CDC) - Israel

• https://wwwnc.cdc.gov/travel/destinations/traveler/none/israel

Canada Travel Advice and Advisories - Israel

• https://travel.gc.ca/destinations/israel-the-west-bank-and-the-gaza-strip

Travel Health Pro (UK) - Israel

• https://travelhealthpro.org.uk/country/110/israel

Electricity and Plugs - Israel

• https://www.power-plugs-sockets.com/israel/

Date, Time, and Holidays - Israel

• https://www.timeanddate.com/worldclock/israel
• https://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/israel/

Photo credits: Gamla Gorge, James P. Smith; Common Cranes, Jonathan Meyrav; Hooded Wheatear, James P. Smith; Ramon Crater, James P. Smith; Sinai Rosefinch, Jonathan Meyrav; Eilat North Beach, James P. Smith; Golden Jackal, Jonathan Meyrav; Little Green Bee-eater, Jonathan Meyrav; Sand Partridge, Jonathan Meyrav; Eilat Mountains, James P. Smith; Syrian Woodpecker, James P. Smith; Wadi Ha'basor, James P. Smith; White Pelicans, Jonathan Meyrav; Semi-collared Flycatcher, James P. Smith; Little Green Bee-eater, James P. Smith; Ramon Crater, James P. Smith; Kibbutz Gvulot, James P. Smith; Spur-winged Lapwing, Jonathan Meyrav; Nizzana, James P. Smith; Spotted Sandgrouse, James P. Smith; Eilat North Beach, James P. Smith; Eilat Mountains, James P. Smith; Southern Dead Sea Pools, James P. Smith; Syrian Woodpecker, James P. Smith; Rock Hyrax, Jonathan Meyrav; Nubian Nightjar, James P. Smith; White Pelican, Jonathan Meyrav; Golan Heights, James P. Smith; Golden Jackal, Jonathan Meyrav; Palestine Sunbird, Jonathan Meyrav; Sinai Rosefinch, Jonathan Meyrav; Arava Valley, James P. Smith; Black Stork, Jonathan Meyrav; Bonelli's Eagle, Jonathan Meyrav; Eastern Mourning Wheatear, Jonathan Meyrav; Kibbutz Gvulot, James P. Smith; Nizzana, James P. Smith; Nubian Ibex males, James P. Smith; Southern Dead Sea Pools, James P. Smith; Spur-winged Lapwing, Jonathan Meyrav; White-eyed Gull, Jonathan Meyrav.

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Traveling to Israel in November 2024? We offer 126 tours, trips and vacation packages to Israel in November 2024. Our Israel in November 2024 tour packages and trips have 25 customer reviews. All the Israel November 2024 tour packages and trips are carried out by hand-picked, qualified local and international Israel tour operators.

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145 Trips in Israel during November 2024

• Starts Tel Aviv, Israel
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Heritage Of The Holy Land

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• No booking fees
• Tour Type Group Tour
• Activities Art and architecture
• Accommodation Hotel
• Transport Private Vehicle, Boat & Coach
• Age Range 10-99 yrs
• Operated in English
• Brochure Price: US$ 2,284
• Special Deal (15%): - US$ 343
• Total Price from: US$ 1,941
• Nov 07 10+ seats left
• Nov 14 10+ seats left
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Heritage Of The Holy Land And Jordan (multi Country)

• Accommodation Hotel & Resort
• Transport Jeep, Boat & Private Vehicle
• Brochure Price: US$ 3,448
• Special Deal (15%): - US$ 517
• Total Price from: US$ 2,931

Biblical Lands - 8 days

• Activities City sightseeing & Cultural, religious and historic sites City sightseeing , Cultural, religious and historic sites , Art and architecture & Museum and gallery visits 'data-more-tripid='15860'>+2 more
• Transport Coach & Private Vehicle
• Age Range 18-80 yrs
• Nov 04 Only 8 seats left
• Nov 11 Only 8 seats left

• Starts Jerusalem, Israel

Discover Israel & the Palestinian Territories

• Tour Type Small Group Tour
• Activities City sightseeing & Cultural, religious and historic sites City sightseeing , Cultural, religious and historic sites & Art and architecture 'data-more-tripid='3118'>+1 more
• Transport Private Vehicle, Train & Minibus
• Age Range 15-99 yrs
• Nov 09 10+ seats left

• Ends Bethlehem, Israel

Heritage & Holy Land - 8 days

• Activities City sightseeing & Cultural, religious and historic sites City sightseeing , Cultural, religious and historic sites , Art and architecture & Museum and gallery visits 'data-more-tripid='15968'>+2 more
• Transport Private Vehicle & Coach
• Nov 07 Only 8 seats left
• Nov 14 Only 8 seats left

Five Days in Israel & the Palestinian Territories

• Activities Adventure
• Accommodation Hostel
• Transport Bus & Flight
• Age Range 18-35 yrs
• Nov 13 10+ seats left

Jerusalem, the Dead Sea & Tel Aviv Experience 5D/4N

• Activities Cultural, religious and historic sites
• Age Range 18-99 yrs
• Nov 01 10+ seats left
• Nov 02 10+ seats left

8 Days Highlights Of Israel

• Brochure Price: US$ 2,281
• Special Deal (15%): - US$ 342
• Total Price from: US$ 1,939
• Nov 03 10+ seats left
• Nov 10 10+ seats left

• Ends Jerusalem, Israel

Classic Israel & the Palestinian Territories

• Activities City sightseeing & Cultural, religious and historic sites City sightseeing , Cultural, religious and historic sites , Art and architecture & Walking tours 'data-more-tripid='18180'>+2 more
• Transport Private Vehicle & 4WD Jeep
• Nov 28 10+ seats left

• Activities Art and architecture & Spiritual or religious tours
• Transport Minibus & Boat
• Brochure Price: US$ 2,367
• Special Deal (15%): - US$ 355
• Total Price from: US$ 2,012
• Nov 04 10+ seats left
• Nov 11 10+ seats left

Christian Israel Tour Package, 4 Days From Jerusalem

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• Activities Sightseeing Tours & Explorer Sightseeing Tours , Explorer & Spiritual or religious tours 'data-more-tripid='38468'>+1 more
• Age Range 4-99 yrs

Christian Israel Tour Package, 5 Days From Tel Aviv

• Activities Sightseeing Tours & Spiritual or religious tours Sightseeing Tours , Spiritual or religious tours & Honeymoon 'data-more-tripid='38487'>+1 more
• Transport Private Vehicle

Jewish Israel Tour Package, 6 Days From Tel Aviv

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• Starts Acre, Israel
• Ends Acre, Israel

Classical Israel Tour Package, 4 Days From Jerusalem

• Activities Sightseeing Tours & Spiritual or religious tours

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Highlights of the Holy Land Israel & Jordan & Cairo Tour - 13 Days

Arrival at Tel Aviv was not as expected. I have to wait more than 30 min for the guide showing my name. They didn´t answer phne, but after 35 min I received a call. Transfer to Jordan and Egypt borders was well organized.

Middle East Highlights- Israel Jordan & Egypt

Israel, Jordan and Cairo ( 15 days )

• Coach / Bus

Israel, Jordan and Egypt 10 days

My guide in Egypt Kimo Azuvietsh and driver Fayez were excellent. Their professionalism and regard for human decency, was beyond my expectation. My driver and Tour guide acted in just about every conceivable way to accommodate me during the tour. For example: when my hotel room water and Air Conditioner was not working. They reiterated to the hotel officials the importance, of getting these issues addressed in a timely manner or to moved Mr. Wess as previously requested to another room in their native language.

Pyramids, Petra, Promised Land - 19 Days

The parts of our Tour we were provided were excellent. The service provided in the aftermath of the cancelation of our Israel and Bethlehem tours and flights homes was not helpful.

Egypt, Jordan & Israel - 14 days

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Israel, Jordan and Egypt with Nile Cruise 12 days

Great experience and well organized!! Also, we really appreciated the prompt replies when we had questions reguarding the tour.

Jordan and Egypt on a Budget Tour

The overall experience was good. The downside was the initial and last hotel in Tel Aviv: Sea Net. There was absolutely no effort at customer service by a staff. The breakfast offering was good - except for the male overall server who kept yelling at guests NOT to take silverware because they were provided at the tables (you do not look - was his comment). The front desk staff made no effort to speak with people. I booked an extra night leaving Tel Aviv at $170 extra - I could have gotten better service elsewhere for less. This is not a hotel. This place is a dump of people who do not care for their guests and who treat their guests with contempt.

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Best of Holy Land Israel & Jordan and Egypt Tour with Nile Cruise - 17 Days

The Israel part of the tour was excellent. We had done the Holy Land tour previously as a pilgrimage with another group. This tour complimented that experience. Our guide, Mark, was excellent. We especially appreciated that he was easy to understand, had complete control of the group, and was completely honest in discussing the current political/social situation facing the country. Similarly, the Jordan part of the tour was great. Aladan was a great guide. We especially appreciated his advice on how to avoid the pitfalls of dealing with vendors. He was easy to understand, and very knowledgeable. We were surprised in Egypt that we wound up with Sylvia tours. We were not prepared for having essentially a private tour. But Sylvia tours was excellent. The accommodations were very good, including the boat on the Nile. We could have used a little more information about tipping on the boat, as well as about the need to have cash to pay the entry fee into Egypt. Our guide, Shadie, made up for his difficulty in communicating in English with his enthusiasm and warm personality. We especially appreciated the assistance of Sylvia personnel in helping us around the airports—Mohammad was especially helpful in Cairo. The facilities were excellent in Egypt.

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Best of Israel, Jordan and Egypt 12 Day Tour Package

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Pastor Darrell Yarbrough | Israel Tour | 2023 Nov

11-day israel tour | november 27 – december 7, 2023, hosted by: pastor darrell yarbrough.

The Assembly @ Warner Robins

Tour Code: Yarbrough – DY1123

Join us as we embark on a life changing journey to Israel to gain a deeper understanding of God’s Word. This customized Holy Land tour includes:

• Round trip airfare from Atlanta
• 9 nights hotel accommodations in a double room
• Round trip airport transfers (within Israel)
• full breakfast and dinner daily in hotels
• deluxe air conditioned motor coach and driver
• tips/gratuities to driver, guide, and hotel staff
• 8 full days of sightseeing with licensed Israeli guide
• all entrance fees based on itinerary, and much more!

Come enjoy this once in a lifetime opportunity as we walk where Jesus did. Register online today to reserve your space!

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Tour Itinerary

• Depart Atlanta
• Arrive in Tel Aviv
• Joppa, flight schedule permitting
• Transfer to hotel
• Overnight Tel Aviv
• Caesarea Maritima (by the Sea)
• Nazareth Precipice
• Overnight Galilee
• Mt. Beatitudes
• St. Peter’s Primacy (Jesus restored Peter)
• Ancient Boat
• Boat Ride on the Sea of Galilee
• St. Peter’s Fish lunch
• Yardenit Baptismal Site
• Caesarea Philippi (Banias)
• Dan Nature Reserve (Jebroam’s altar, Abraham’s gate)
• Golan Heights, Mt. Bental Bunkers
• Beit She’an
• Gideon’s Spring
• Drive by Jericho
• Qasr El-Yahud (Baptismal site near Jericho)
• Drive to Jerusalem
• Jewish Quarter
• Roman Cardo
• Hezekiah’s Wall
• Southern Steps
• Western Wall
• Western Wall Tunnel
• City of David with Pool of Siloam
• Overnight Jerusalem
• Dead Sea Swim
• Mount of Olives
• Palm Sunday Road
• Gethsemane (private Garden if possible)
• Caiaphas House
• Pools of Bethesda (St. Anne’s)
• Via Dolorosa
• Church of Holy Sepulchre
• Israel Museum, Model of Jerusalem and Shrine of the Book
• Garden Tomb
• Free time in afternoon (time permitting)
• Transfer to airport
• Depart Tel Aviv
• Arrive in Atlanta

Tour Details

• 1 night at the Dan Panorama in Tel Aviv
• 3 nights at the Nof Ginosar in Galilee
• 5 nights at the Dan Jerusalem Hotel in Jerusalem

Hotels subject to change.

Via Delta Airlines

• November 27: Depart Atlanta at 2:10 PM, arrive in Tel Aviv at 8:50 AM (November 28).
• December 7: Depart Tel Aviv at 11:05 AM and arrive in Atlanta at 5:50 PM. 

Flights subject to change.

Tour Price: $4150

Single room supplement: $995

Payment Plan:

• $500 due now to reserve your space
• $1500 due May 31, 2023
• Remaining balance due August 29, 2023

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