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Two Day Tour: Jerusalem and the Christian Galilee
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Two Day Tour: Jerusalem and the Christian Galilee
Walk through the history of three faiths among the sacred stones of Jerusalem, then travel north to the verdant Galilee to see the places where Christianity was born and where it matured before going global.
Day 1:
The tour begins with a sweeping vista of Jerusalem, allowing participants to see laid out before them the hallowed monuments of ancient Jerusalem and the vibrant bustle of the modern city. You'll then embark on a walking tour of the Old City, including:
- Mount Zion, focal point of exilic Jewish yearning and resting place of King David
- The Cardo, the remnant of the main thoroughfare of Roman Jerusalem, currently a ritzy shopping center
- The Via Dolorosa, the "Sorrowful Way," the path of Jesus' last walk through Jerusalem between sentencing and crucifixion, with stops at each of the fourteen Stations of the Cross
- The Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the ancient and labyrinthine church built over the tomb of Jesus, split between monks of the various Catholic and Orthodox sects of the Christian faith
- The Western Wall, or Kotel, the last remnant of the Second Temple, regarded as the holiest prayer site in the Jewish faith.
In the afternoon, the group will visit Yad Vashem, the official state Holocaust museum, a harrowing, emotional but ultimately enlightening journey through the Nazi genocide of the Jews of Europe.
Yad Vashem is closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays - should the tour take place then, the group will instead visit the Mount of Olives or a site of similar significance.
You'll spend the night in Jerusalem, before embarking on...
Day 2:
You'll head north to Nazareth to visit the Church of the Annunciation, the monolithic modern church built over the traditional site of Mary's discovery of the momentous nature of her impending birth. The route then descends towards the sea with stops at Cana, site of water-into-wine fame, and Capernaum (Kfar Nahum), where parts of the foundation of Jesus' synagogue can still be seen. Heading south along the shoreline, you'll then visit Tabgha for a stop at the Church of the Multiplication, which commemorates the miracle of the loaves and fishes. The tour heads through Tiberias and culminates with a visit to Yardenit, the traditional site of Jesus' baptism by John the Baptist.
You'll head north to Nazareth to visit the Church of the Annunciation, the monolithic modern church built over the traditional site of Mary's discovery of the momentous nature of her impending birth. The route then descends towards the sea with stops at Cana, site of water-into-wine fame, and Capernaum (Kfar Nahum), where parts of the foundation of Jesus' synagogue can still be seen. Heading south along the shoreline, you'll then visit Tabgha for a stop at the Church of the Multiplication, which commemorates the miracle of the loaves and fishes. The tour heads through Tiberias and culminates with a visit to Yardenit, the traditional site of Jesus' baptism by John the Baptist.
Tours of holy sites require modest dress - no shorts are allowed, and women should make sure to cover shoulders and knees.
The tour entails walking outdoors - comfortable shoes and a hat are recommended.
This tour's itinerary is subject to change. All local operator
contact details are included on the confirmation
voucher, and the operator will gladly answer all of your questions after
booking.
Pricing
Departure from Jerusalem: $249
Departure from Tel Aviv: $249
Surcharge for solo travelers: $45
High season surcharge: $45
What's included
Day 1:
- Pickup and drop-off for your overnight stay in Jerusalem
Day 2:
- 9:00 AM pickup from your Jerusalem hotel and drop-off in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem
Both days:
- Air-conditioned bus
- Bilingual guide
- Entrance fees for all sites and museums, including for the cable car at Masada
- Overnight stay at one of the provider's 3-star partner hotels in Jerusalem
- Dinner at the hotel
- Breakfast at the hotel
What's not included
Day 1:
- Audio guide at Yad Vashem
Both days:
- Lunch
Duration
Day 1:
- From Jerusalem: approximately 7.5 - 8.5 hours
- From Tel Aviv: approximately 7.5 - 8.5 hours
Day 2:
- From Jerusalem: approximately 11.5 - 12.5 hours
- From Tel Aviv: approximately 9.5 - 10.5 hours
Why you should book your tour with GoJerusalem.com
As the most comprehensive guide anywhere to the sights and cultural life of the Holy City, GoJerusalem.com draws upon its connections with Jerusalem tourist sites and tour operators to offer you an unprecedented experience at an unbeatable price. We work with only the best, most proven tour operators in all Jerusalem, and offer a wider variety of tours and attraction tickets available for online booking than any other site. Group bookings are also available. Our contact details appear below.
Details
For more information prior to booking, contact GoJerusalem.com's tour and attraction booking customer service center by emailing tours@gojerusalem.com or calling 03-523-8818 (+972-3-523-8818 from outside of Israel).Departure from Jerusalem: $249 | Departure from Tel Aviv: $249 | Surcharge for Solo travelers: $45 | High Season surcharge: $45 per PersonDepartures: Sunday, Tuesday and Friday | Departure from Tel Aviv hotels: 7:15 AM | Depature from Tel Aviv United Terminal: 7:45 AM | Departure from Jerusalem hotels: 9:00 AM
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