Best of the Holyland in 3 Days - Israel Highlights Private tour

3 days Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

To get a truly deep insight of the Holyland choose this private VIP tour with passionate, knowledgeable and FUN guides!

Embark on a thrilling 3-day adventure through the Holyland. Travel to Nazareth where it all began, explore the vibrant streets and visit the Basilica of the Annunciation. Walk over the Sea of Galilee and retrace the miracles of Jesus. In Jerusalem, discover the sacred Western Wall, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Visit the birthplace of Jesus in Bethlehem. Journey to Masada's fortress for breathtaking views, and a salty float at the Dead Sea. ALL that in just 3 unforgettable days.

The tour covers topics far beyond the religious aspects, including history, geopolitics, cuisine, geology and culture.

The tour can be tailor-made to fit your wishes.

*Hotels and meals are excluded but can be added upon request.

The tours are guided by Daniel or by his handpicked partners - all professional tour guides, fluent in English with licensed touristic vehicles.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 days
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: Arabic, German, Russian, Portuguese, Korean, Chinese, Japanese, English, Italian, French, Hebrew, Spanish
Operated by: Israel With Fun - Daniel Sigalov

What is included

Included

Included: Private transportation
Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: Bottled water
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Lunches
Not included: Accommodations
Not included: Admission fees: for the various sites along the way, such as Masada, Capernaum, Magdala etc

Itinerary

Day 1 · In the Footsteps of Jesus - Nazareth & the Sea of Galilee

Mary's Well

15 min

The place where it all began...
St. Gabriel's Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation

30 min

The orthodox church of annunciation. Why there are two?!
Stop 3

30 min

Colorful market, fresh fruits, great Arabic Coffee and local delicacies.
Church Of Annunciation

one hour

Where the word became flesh...

The biggest church in the Middle East is dedicated to Mary and thus includes various artistic representations of Mary and Jesus from all over the world. Many of them hold fascinating stories.

Inside the church, the home of the Holy family!
Tabgha

30 min Admission not included

The miracle of the multiplication of the fish and the loaves
Church of the Primacy of Peter

20 min

Do you love me?!?
Capharnaum the Town of Jesus

45 min Admission not included

The original house of Peter, an ancient synagogue, a floating church and much more...
Mount Of Beatitudes

30 min Admission included

The sermon on the mountain - the true message of Jesus!
Magdala Center

45 min Admission not included

Magdala is truly the crossroads of Jewish and Christian history!

A surprising archeological discovery, next to a beautiful modern church at the shore of the Sea of Galilee, connecting past and present.

Day 2 · Holy City of Jerusalem and Bethlehem

Stop 1

30 min

The most beautiful viewpoint of Jerusalem. It is the perfect place to learn about the history of the city as well as the different traditions of the main religions.
Stop 2

30 min

The last night of Jesus as a free man.
Old City of Jerusalem

3 hours

Walk inside the walls of the Old City and discover its ancient history while passing through all its 4 quarters, visiting the holiest sites in the world in "the most explosive place on earth" - hence understanding the complexity of Jerusalem, Israel, and the middle east through this one square kilometer.
Stop 4

30 min

The wailing wall, the holiest place for all Jews (is it?). Why is this wall holy? and which traditions are related to it?
The Way of the Cross - Via Dolorosa

45 min

The stations of the cross
Stop 6

45 min

The holiest site in the world for almost all of all the Christian denominations. Where Jesus was crucified, buried and resurrected Religion, history, and archeology merge inside the old walls of the Church.

Including answers to the riddles:

"Who moved my ladder?"

and

"How many people does it take to replace a lightbulb in that holy site?"
Church of the Nativity

2 hours

The Church of the Nativity is one of the oldest working churches in existence today. The first Church was built by the Roman Emperor Constantine in the 4th century AD, over the grotto where Mary gave birth to Jesus.

Inside the grotto of the Nativity Church there are fourteen point silver stars that mark the exact spot of Jesus’ birth. An inscription on the star states: Hic de Virgin Maria Jesus Christus Natus Est – meaning “Here Jesus Christ was born to the Virgin Mary.”

Day 3 · The Dead Sea and Masada Desert Adventure

Masada National Park

3 hours Admission not included

Masada is the perfect place to satisfy your inner history nerd!

Be impressed by the mesmerizing structures built by King Herod, and be amazed by the dramatic story of the brave zealots fighting the Roman army.

Trust us, it's a lot more exciting than binge-watching another Netflix show.

Admission including cable car ~20 USD pp
Dead Sea Region

2 hours

Finish the day with a nice dip in the lowest point on earth -a sea full of minerals guarantees you will feel 20 years younger.

Do not forget to bring a newspaper for the perfect photo - reading and chilling while floating over the water...

Tips for professionals:

Do not head dive...

If you do - do not rub your eyes and wash them with the sea water

Why is it called the Dead Sea? Do not mess with the deadly sharks ;)
Ein Gedi

Passing by

Optional: Ein Gedi is home to a diverse range of botanical species, including over 900 types of plants, many of which are endemic to the region. The reserve boasts a rich array of flora, including date palms, tamarisks, and reeds that thrive in the desert environment.

The botanical richness of Ein Gedi adds to the unique and captivating experience of visiting this natural wonder.
Stop 4

Passing by

Optional:

Dead Sea SPA - incl. 30 min Massage, heated dead Sea pools, sulfur pools, and private beach at the Dead Sea!
Stop 5

4 hours

Driving to the area of Masada and the Dead Sea takes about 2 hrs each direction.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

Pickup from anywhere in the area of Ein Bokek and the Dead Sea.

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Pickup from anywhere in the area of Tiberias.

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Pickup from anywhere in the area of Nazareth.

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Pickup from anywhere in the area of Tel Aviv, all hotels, or any given address in the area of Tel Aviv.

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Pickup from Ben Gurion Airport.

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Pickup from anywhere in the area of Ashdod.

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Pickup from anywhere in the area of Jerusalem.

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Pickup from anywhere in the area of Haifa, from the port of Haifa, all hotels, or any given address in the area of Haifa.

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End point

Pickup from anywhere in the area of Ein Bokek and the Dead Sea.

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Pickup from anywhere in the area of Tiberias.

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Pickup from anywhere in the area of Nazareth.

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Pickup from anywhere in the area of Tel Aviv, all hotels, or any given address in the area of Tel Aviv.

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Pickup from Ben Gurion Airport.

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Pickup from anywhere in the area of Ashdod.

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Pickup from anywhere in the area of Jerusalem.

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Pickup from anywhere in the area of Haifa, from the port of Haifa, all hotels, or any given address in the area of Haifa.

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Pickup points

Resort Hadera Hotel By Jacob
Reggenza Hotel
Complacent Hotel
Kibbutz Country Lodging Golan Rooms Farm
Caesar Premier Tiberias
Dave Downtown - Son Of A Brown
Saladin Boutique Hotel
Almathaf Hotel
Elma Arts Complex Luxury Hotel
Hotel Beit Maimon
King David Hotel
Shore Suites

and 686 more pickup points

The pickup for these 3 day tour is possible from almost anywhere in central Israel.

From the areas of the cities - Haifa, Jerusalem, Ashdod, Tel Aviv and more, from the ports of Haifa & Ashdod, all hotels, or any given address.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.