5 Day Jerusalem Extension

• Upon arrive at Ben-Gurion airport, our representative will meet and assist you and point you to your private taxi, transfer to your hotel in Jerusalem. Balance of the day at leisure.

• 07:30 AM Breakfast at the hotel
• 08:30 AM Pick up from your hotel in Jerusalem
• As we stand above the Jewish cemetery on the Mount of Olives, we see the Old City and the Temple Mount where once stood Solomon Temple, destroyed by the Babylonians in 586 BCE, and the Second Temple, destroyed by the Romans in 70 CE. Below us we see the Garden of Gethsemane, the Church of All Nations and the Kidron Valley with its ancient Jewish burial tombs.
• Entering the Old City via the Zion Gate we pass through the Armenian Quarter on route to the Jewish Quarter and the 1500-year-old Byzantine Cardo. Partially destroyed and unused during the Moslem conquest it had a brief new lease of life during the Crusader period. The excavated Crusader shops are now modern stores.
• We stop at the Kotel the Western Wall where Jews have prayed since the destruction of the Temple in 70 CE. Built by King Herod it was a supporting wall enclosing the Temple Mount area. The Via Dolorosa, also known as the Way of the Cross, is the route many pilgrims follow on their way to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the church built on the site of Jesus crucifixion and his burial tomb. Although the Byzantine church was partially destroyed during the Persian and Moslem conquests the rebuilt and redesigned Crusader Church preserved much of the earlier church.
• We exit the Old City via the market and the Jaffa Gate for a short tour of the new city. A visit to Yad VaShem, the Holocaust Museum, reveals artifacts and photographs documenting the discrimination, persecution and finally the annihilation of Jewish communities across Europe. It also honors those righteous among the nations who risked their lives while trying to save Jews.
• 05:00 PM Drop off at your hotel in Jerusalem
• Remarks:
• Children under the age of 12 are not permitted to visit Yad Vashem due to the sensitive content.
• Modest dress is obligatory for visits to holy sites covered knees and shoulders.
• On Fridays, Saturdays & Jewish Holidays, when the Holocaust Museum is closed, the tour will include a visit to the Church of All Nations at the Garden Gethsemane, King David&rsquos Tomb and the Hall of the Last Supper on Mount Zion.
• Overnight Jerusalem
• Meal: Breakfast

• We begin our tour by traveling passed Herzliya and Natanya and continue north along the coastal road parallel to the Mediterranean, we turn inland and drive through the Valley of Armageddon (Revelations 16:6), from here we can see Megiddo. On our way towards Nazareth we visit the Mt of Precipitation (Luke 4:28-30).
• In Nazareth we visit the Church of Annunciation which was constructed on the spot where Gabriel appeared to Mary and told her she would soon be with child (Luke 1:26). Next door we find the Church of Saint Joseph built on the site where Jesus father, Joseph had his carpentry.
• We depart Nazareth and travel to the Sea of Galilee on the way we pass Cana where Jesus turned water into wine. (John 2:1-12). At the foot of the Mount of Beatitudes we visit Capernaum on the shore of the Sea of Galilee. Here we see the home of Peter and the Church of the Multiplication. (Mark 6:30-44).
• We travel along the shore of the Sea of Galilee where Jesus calmed the sea and walked on water. (Mark 4:35-41, 6:45-52) Across the water we can see the Golan Heights forming a beautiful back as we pass the city of Tiberias which was settled more than 2000 years ago and named after the Roman Emperor Tiberias.
• We reach the southern region of the Sea of Galilee where the Jordan River flows into the Sea of Galilee and where Jesus may have been baptized. Here it is possible to participate in a baptismal ceremony in the very same river that Jesus did so many years ago. (Mark 1:9-11) As we head south on our return journey, we see Mount Tabor where the Transfiguration took place. (Matthew 17:1-9)
• Remarks:
• Modest dress is obligatory for visits to holy sites covered knees and shoulders.
• Comfortable walking and water are recommended
• Overnight Jerusalem
• Meal: Breakfast

• We begin out journey by taking the route down from Jerusalem descending below sea level through the Biblical wilderness towards the Dead Sea. On the way we can see the Inn of the Good Samaritan and stop on route to look out across the desert as we pass the point marking "sea level". The ancient city of Jericho can be seen in the distance where Joshua troops caused the walls to fall (Joshua 6) and where Jesus healed the blind (Mark 10:46-52).
• We reach theshores of the Dead Sea encrusted with white salt and follow the shoreline towards Masada. Although its possible to climb the ancient Snake Path up Masada as the Romans did 2000 years ago, we take the convenient cable car up to the mountain top plateau. It was here that King Herod built a fortified palace complete with every convenience. Herod had built a swimming pool, water cisterns, two palaces, storerooms and even a synagogue.
• Following Herod death, the mountain top was the last outpost of Jewish zealots when the Romans tried to rid the land of Jews in the First Jewish-Roman War of 66-73AD. The Jewish zealots maintained their position for three years before the Romans finally managed to scale Masada using a ramp built by slaves. The 960 Jews didn&rsquot wait for the Romans to reach the summit, instead they killed themselves, becoming religious martyrs. It was on Masada that the first parchment from this era was discovered in an Israeli archaeological excavation. On the parchment was the prophesy of Ezekiel. I will take the children of Israeli from among the nations pand bring them into their own land (Ezekiel 37).
• Heading back to the Dead Sea we pass the desert oasis of Ein Gedi where there is lush foliage and gorgeous waterfalls and where David hid from angry King Saul. We also pass by Qumran were the 2,000-year-old Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered in a few of hillside caves. To end off a perfect day we stop at the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth and a contender for the title of one of the Seven Wonders of the World. People come from across the globe to enjoy the therapeutic mineral rich waters. And don&rsquot worry if you don&rsquot know how to swim, the high salt content will keep you afloat.
• Remarks:
• Recommended to bring hats, bathing suit, towels, sun protection
• Overnight Jerusalem
• Meal: Breakfast

• After Breakfast, transfer to airport for your departure transfer
• Meal: Breakfast

• Upon arrive at Ben-Gurion airport, our representative will meet and assist you and point you to your private taxi, transfer to your hotel in Jerusalem. Balance of the day at leisure.

• 07:30 AM Breakfast at the hotel
• 08:30 AM Pick up from your hotel in Jerusalem
• As we stand above the Jewish cemetery on the Mount of Olives, we see the Old City and the Temple Mount where once stood Solomon Temple, destroyed by the Babylonians in 586 BCE, and the Second Temple, destroyed by the Romans in 70 CE. Below us we see the Garden of Gethsemane, the Church of All Nations and the Kidron Valley with its ancient Jewish burial tombs.
• Entering the Old City via the Zion Gate we pass through the Armenian Quarter on route to the Jewish Quarter and the 1500-year-old Byzantine Cardo. Partially destroyed and unused during the Moslem conquest it had a brief new lease of life during the Crusader period. The excavated Crusader shops are now modern stores.
• We stop at the Kotel the Western Wall where Jews have prayed since the destruction of the Temple in 70 CE. Built by King Herod it was a supporting wall enclosing the Temple Mount area. The Via Dolorosa, also known as the Way of the Cross, is the route many pilgrims follow on their way to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the church built on the site of Jesus crucifixion and his burial tomb. Although the Byzantine church was partially destroyed during the Persian and Moslem conquests the rebuilt and redesigned Crusader Church preserved much of the earlier church.
• We exit the Old City via the market and the Jaffa Gate for a short tour of the new city. A visit to Yad VaShem, the Holocaust Museum, reveals artifacts and photographs documenting the discrimination, persecution and finally the annihilation of Jewish communities across Europe. It also honors those righteous among the nations who risked their lives while trying to save Jews.
• 05:00 PM Drop off at your hotel in Jerusalem
• Remarks:
• Children under the age of 12 are not permitted to visit Yad Vashem due to the sensitive content.
• Modest dress is obligatory for visits to holy sites covered knees and shoulders.
• On Fridays, Saturdays & Jewish Holidays, when the Holocaust Museum is closed, the tour will include a visit to the Church of All Nations at the Garden Gethsemane, King David&rsquos Tomb and the Hall of the Last Supper on Mount Zion.
• Overnight Jerusalem
• Meal: Breakfast

• We begin our tour by traveling passed Herzliya and Natanya and continue north along the coastal road parallel to the Mediterranean, we turn inland and drive through the Valley of Armageddon (Revelations 16:6), from here we can see Megiddo. On our way towards Nazareth we visit the Mt of Precipitation (Luke 4:28-30).
• In Nazareth we visit the Church of Annunciation which was constructed on the spot where Gabriel appeared to Mary and told her she would soon be with child (Luke 1:26). Next door we find the Church of Saint Joseph built on the site where Jesus father, Joseph had his carpentry.
• We depart Nazareth and travel to the Sea of Galilee on the way we pass Cana where Jesus turned water into wine. (John 2:1-12). At the foot of the Mount of Beatitudes we visit Capernaum on the shore of the Sea of Galilee. Here we see the home of Peter and the Church of the Multiplication. (Mark 6:30-44).
• We travel along the shore of the Sea of Galilee where Jesus calmed the sea and walked on water. (Mark 4:35-41, 6:45-52) Across the water we can see the Golan Heights forming a beautiful back as we pass the city of Tiberias which was settled more than 2000 years ago and named after the Roman Emperor Tiberias.
• We reach the southern region of the Sea of Galilee where the Jordan River flows into the Sea of Galilee and where Jesus may have been baptized. Here it is possible to participate in a baptismal ceremony in the very same river that Jesus did so many years ago. (Mark 1:9-11) As we head south on our return journey, we see Mount Tabor where the Transfiguration took place. (Matthew 17:1-9)
• Remarks:
• Modest dress is obligatory for visits to holy sites covered knees and shoulders.
• Comfortable walking and water are recommended
• Overnight Jerusalem
• Meal: Breakfast

• We begin out journey by taking the route down from Jerusalem descending below sea level through the Biblical wilderness towards the Dead Sea. On the way we can see the Inn of the Good Samaritan and stop on route to look out across the desert as we pass the point marking "sea level". The ancient city of Jericho can be seen in the distance where Joshua troops caused the walls to fall (Joshua 6) and where Jesus healed the blind (Mark 10:46-52).
• We reach theshores of the Dead Sea encrusted with white salt and follow the shoreline towards Masada. Although its possible to climb the ancient Snake Path up Masada as the Romans did 2000 years ago, we take the convenient cable car up to the mountain top plateau. It was here that King Herod built a fortified palace complete with every convenience. Herod had built a swimming pool, water cisterns, two palaces, storerooms and even a synagogue.
• Following Herod death, the mountain top was the last outpost of Jewish zealots when the Romans tried to rid the land of Jews in the First Jewish-Roman War of 66-73AD. The Jewish zealots maintained their position for three years before the Romans finally managed to scale Masada using a ramp built by slaves. The 960 Jews didn&rsquot wait for the Romans to reach the summit, instead they killed themselves, becoming religious martyrs. It was on Masada that the first parchment from this era was discovered in an Israeli archaeological excavation. On the parchment was the prophesy of Ezekiel. I will take the children of Israeli from among the nations pand bring them into their own land (Ezekiel 37).
• Heading back to the Dead Sea we pass the desert oasis of Ein Gedi where there is lush foliage and gorgeous waterfalls and where David hid from angry King Saul. We also pass by Qumran were the 2,000-year-old Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered in a few of hillside caves. To end off a perfect day we stop at the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth and a contender for the title of one of the Seven Wonders of the World. People come from across the globe to enjoy the therapeutic mineral rich waters. And don&rsquot worry if you don&rsquot know how to swim, the high salt content will keep you afloat.
• Remarks:
• Recommended to bring hats, bathing suit, towels, sun protection
• Overnight Jerusalem
• Meal: Breakfast

• After Breakfast, transfer to airport for your departure transfer
• Meal: Breakfast

• Tours of holy sites require modest dress (no shorts, shoulder covering). Comfortable shoes recommended.
• Right Travel reserves the right to provide similar hotels.
• Upgrade to 5 stars hotels available on request.
• All Jerusalem Israel Day Tours are conducted by government licensed guides and in luxury air-conditioned vehicles and buses.
• All Tours are conducted with English.
• Valuable belongings should never be left unattended in the vehicle. We will not accept responsibility for any loss, injury or damage.

If going to Jordan from Israel:

• Allenby bridge supplement for one way transfer is $45 per person (minimum 2 passengers).
• Pre Arrival Jordan visa must be obtaind to cross from Allenby Bridge to Jordan. The Allenby/King Hussein Bridge, 57 kms away from Amman, located in the southern Jordan Valley, is open Sun. – Thurs. 08:00hrs – 20:00hrs for arrivals and 8:00 to 14:00 for departures and Fri-Sat 08:00hrs – 13:00hrs.
• Sheikh Hussein crossing /North Border, 90 kms away from Amman. located in the north close to Lake Tiberias (Sea of Galilee), open 24/7 throughout the year.
• Wadi Araba Crossing/South Border, located in the south, 324 kms away from Amman, connecting the two Red Sea resorts of Eilat and Aqaba. These are open Sun – Thurs 06:30hrs – 22:00hrs and Fri – Sat 0800hrs – 20:00hrs. At these crossing, visas for most nationalities can be obtained at the border; prior permits are not needed except for restricted nationalities. Wadi Araba Crossing closes on Islamic New Year day and Yom Kippur.