Druzeland - Cultural Private Tour on Mt. Carmel

5.0 (19 reviews) 5–8 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Join us on a thrilling journey as we explore the fascinating Druze nation and religion and their unique connections to Israel and the Jewish people in both ancient and modern times.

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

The tour is designed for you, and it can be tailor-made to fit your wishes.

The tours are guided by Daniel (who lives by himself in those villages) or by his handpicked partners - all professional tour guides who also live in those villages and are experts of the Druze Heritage, fluent in English with licensed touristic vehicles.

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At a glance

Duration: 5–8 hours
Confirmation: Confirmed within 48 hours
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: German, Russian, English, Hebrew
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: All Fees and Taxes
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Tea and coffee: Traditional Druze tea (Marli)
Included: Meetings with the unique local people

Not included

Not included: Druze hospitality as lunch experience

Itinerary

Isfiya

2 hours

Isfiya - that village is a cultural mosaic by itself.

Get familiar with the Druze culture in ''Druzeland'', hear the history of the Druze people, and reveal the secrets of their religion. The tour will cover the old village center, the Olive press, the site of the discovery of 2 ancient treasures that reveal the unique connection between the Druze and Israel. We will also pay a visit to the Druze cemetery while hearing about the their unique approach to life, death and reincarnation.
Stop 2

45 min Admission included

2 sisters that broke the glass ceiling, will demonstrate the Druze life in the past, tell us about the unique status of women in the Druze culture, and share their personal stories on that subject.
Stop 3

1 h 30 min

The biggest Druze village in Israel is also the most beautiful one. The old village center is a gem of art and the people are so welcoming. The tour will include a visit the the Herbs and folk medicine center, The House of Oliphant, The site Holy site of Nabi Ibrahim and other surprises.
Sam Halaby house of colors

45 min

Optional - A visit to the super colorful house of an internationally famous painter, who turned the house he grew up in into a museum of colors.
Stop 5

40 min Admission included

Israelis love fighting about the where is the Best Knaffeh. If you never tried Knaffeh, well life splits to before and after you try it... In this amazing cuisine the Knaffeh comes in 5 additional flavors besides the regular one. And the view is breathtaking.

Meeting point and pickup

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

Meeting point

I pick you up from any given address in the area of Zichron Ya'akov. You can recognize me easily by my crazy yellow hat.
I pick you up from any given address in the area of Acre. You can recognize me easily by my crazy yellow hat.
I pick you up from any given address in the area of Haifa. You can recognize me easily by my crazy yellow hat.
I pick you up from any given address in the area of Haifa. You can recognize me easily by my crazy yellow hat.
I pick you up from any given address in the area of Haifa. You can recognize me easily by my crazy yellow hat.

End point

I pick you up from any given address in the area of Zichron Ya'akov. You can recognize me easily by my crazy yellow hat.
I pick you up from any given address in the area of Acre. You can recognize me easily by my crazy yellow hat.
I pick you up from any given address in the area of Haifa. You can recognize me easily by my crazy yellow hat.
I pick you up from any given address in the area of Haifa. You can recognize me easily by my crazy yellow hat.
I pick you up from any given address in the area of Haifa. You can recognize me easily by my crazy yellow hat.

Pickup points

Market Hotel
Villa Carmel Boutique Hotel
Bat Galim Boutique Hotel
The Schumacher Hotel Haifa
Marom Hotel
Garden Hotel
Crowne Plaza Haifa by IHG
Bay Club Hotel Haifa
Jacob Nea hotel
Dan Panorama Haifa
Hotel Nof
Templers Boutique Hotel

and 53 more pickup points

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

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Specialized infant seats are available
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Travel time is already included in the total duration

Options

Druzeland - 3 PAX

up to 3 Passengers

Pickup included
Group - No transportation

No transportation is provided: Meeting in the Druze Village
Private small group (7-15 PAX)

VIP minibus

Pickup included
Druzeland - 6 PAX

Up to 6 passengers

Pickup included