Jerusalem And Surroundings - 5 Night

( 5 Star )

Visit: Jerusalem - Bethlehem - Qumran - Masada - Dead Sea

Upon arrival you will meet our representative and be transferred to your hotel. Overnight in Jerusalem.

Start the day with a magnificent panoramic view from the Mount of Olives in Jerusalem. Drive to the Old City; visit the Tomb of King David and the Room of Last Supper on Mt. Zion. Enter the walled city and walk through the newly restored Jewish quarter. Visit the Roman Cardo, the Herodian Quarter and continue to the Western Wall. Walk along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of Holy Sepulchre. Continue to Bethlehem*; view Rachel's Tomb and proceed to the Church of Nativity and Manger's Square. Overnight Jerusalem.

Drive to the Israel Museum and visit the Shrine of the Book where the Dead Sea scrolls are housed; see the miniature model of Jerusalem as it was during the Second Temple period; proceed for a tour at the Knesset, Israel's parliament. Continue to visit Mount Herzl Cemetery and Yad Vashem, Israel’s official memorial to the Holocaust. Drive through Mea Shearim, the ultra orthodox neighborhood in Jerusalem, and learn about the residents’ unique lifestyle. In the evening, enjoy a middle eastern dinner followed by the Night Spectacular "Sound and Light" show** at the Tower of David Museum. Overnight Jerusalem.

Drive through the Judaean Desert to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth at almost 1300 feet (400 meters) below sea level. Stop at Qumran to visit the site where the Dead Sea scrolls were found. Drive along the shores of the Dead Sea to Masada. Ascend by cable car and tour the ancient fortress where the Zealots made their last stand against the Romans before committing mass suicide in 73 AD. Descend by cable car. Continue to the Dead Sea; cover yourself with the mineral rich mud and experience a swim in the Dead Sea**, which many believe offers therapeutic effects. Overnight Jerusalem.

Enjoy the day at your pace. Explore the markets buy souvenirs or simply relax in the comforts of your hotel

Transfer to Ben Gurion Airport for international departure.

Inclusion

- Shared transfer on arrival and departure (from/to Ben Gurion Airport) - Assistance at the airport upon arrival - 5 nights accommodation on BED & BREAKFAST - 3 touring days as per itinerary, with English speaking guide - Dinner in Jerusalem on Thursday followed by a Sound and Light show at David Citadel - Entrance fees to the sites visited as per itinerary

Exclusion

International airfares Optional activities Other meals, drinks, tips and other personal expenses or services not specified on the program Personal equipment Travel insurance Gratuities Voluntary tips for guides or drivers Travel and medical insurance Any items not mentioned as included

Note

Hotels used or similar Jerusalem 5* hotel - King David-Deluxe New City View room 4* hotel - Orient 3* hotel - Dan Panorama Child price on request Supplement for Dinners on request Please note that the sequence of the tour and sites visited may be amended due to circumstances at the company’s or the guide’s discretion. **Site under the Palestinian Authority jurisdiction. Visit subject to situation.

Escorted Experience

  • Fixed Dates
  • Modern Airconditioned Vehicle
  • First Class Hotels

Tour Category

Tour Vehicle

AC Coach / Bus

Tour Guide

Local English only guide

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