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Discover Secrets of Nazareth with a Local

We will start by a short briefing on our beloved city and enter the St. Gabriel Church to discover this unique ancient shrine and will drink from the authentic Mary’s well.
Then proceed to towards the old city and make various stops in local bakeries, spices shops, carpentries, goldsmith shops, cultural corners, oriental sweets & café’s, art shops, souvenirs, antiques shops, ancient luxury houses, religious shrines, and most important …

Visit the House of Virgin Mary, where the story of Christianity began. We will stand before the archeological site where Nazareth of Jesus was located and also visit the house and workshop of St. Joseph.

You will have the opportunity to meet people and exchange life stories and get to know how they struggle with their living. And do not forget to get your camera ready to take shots in each and every corner. These pictures will become a “teaser” for your friends and complement your memory as you go back home.

Caesarea, Wine Country, and Kibbutz Experience Tour

Our Caesarea, Wine Country, and Kibbutz Experience Tour gives you an off-the-beaten-track experience in some of Israel’s northern highlights. This guided tour is all about seeing Israel from another angle, learning the local history from everyday people, and enjoying Israel’s natural beauty. With stops at a kibbutz, a unique kind of collective community settlement found only in Israel, as well as the Roman ruins of Caesarea and wineries of Binyamina, you’ll get a well-rounded trip with three varied experiences that are utterly unique to Israel. This private tour departs from Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Herzeliya, or Netanya, six days a week except for Saturdays.

The tour kicks off with a tour of Kibbutz facilities, where you will learn about the history of the Kibbutz movement and its unique way of life from a local resident. Then you’ll continue to Caesarea to visit its Roman remnants including King Herod’s Roman Port, the Hippodrome, the amphitheater, and more. You will learn more about the history of the area via a special audio-visual experience and your guide. The tour rounds out with a visit to picturesque Binyamina in the heart of Israel’s beautiful wine country. You’ll get a tour of one of Israel’s premier wineries and learn about the wine-making process and Israel’s burgeoning wine industry. Finally, you’ll have an exclusive wine-tasting of some of its fine vintages.

Culinary Tour of Ein Kerem

See and get to know Ein Kerem through the eyes of its residents. On this tour, we’ll visit Ein Kerem’s hidden spots—places that tourists don’t know about—where the view and surrounding nature are simply breathtaking. As someone who grew up here, I look forward to guiding you through the alleys of my childhood and taking you to the homes with the best food in the village. We’ll meet the local shepherdess, visit the home that was built around an ancient olive oil press, taste Yemenite breads that were kneaded with love, and finish on a sweet note with pralines from the local chocolatier. We’ll peek into the distinctive houses, hear unbelievable stories from the locals, and, of course, enjoy the fruits of their labor. Tours change based on the hosts we visit, but always include three tastings.

Zichron Yaakov, Carmel Winery, and Ramat HaNadiv

A private tour through Zichron Yaakov’s top attractions and famous Carmel Winery. Just a few minutes drive from Ramat Hanadiv, the tour starts at the beautiful Carmel wine shop located just across the street from the wine factory. The tour concludes with a wine tasting and further discussion on how to identify a quality wine not just by its taste but also its aroma in the glass. In between there is a stop at Ramat HaNadiv and lunch at a wonderful Italian restaurant, Manuellas, located just off the Midrehov (Pedestrian Street in Zichron Yaakov). They feature delicious handmade pasta dishes with truly tasty and unique antipasta and fresh cut vegetable salads along with homemade focaccia bread. There is also a stroll down the pedestrian walkway (Midrehov) in Zichron Yaakov which looks like a quaint Tuscan village complete with outdoor restaurants, boutique clothing shops, cafes, and of course art and specialty shops.

A Culinary Tour of Akko with Nurit Foran

Nurit Foran has been dealing with food for 25 years. For the past 6 years, Nurit has led people through the alleys and markets of the Western Galilee, bring them local dishes, introducing them to the local people and combining cultures and tastes.

During this tour, Nurit will lead you through the smells, stories and tastes of Akko’s colorful market. We will meet her for a sweet breakfast, taste a warm and sweet knafe, go into the courtyard of a local cook and more.

YIVO’s 2022 Study Tours

Lithuania & Poland

Join YIVO for an enlightening journey to Lithuania and Poland. Examine the life that was lived as you reconnect with your own heritage. Discover the remarkable treasures of old Warsaw, Kraków, Vilnius, and the magical Białowieża Forest.

Literary Tour of Jewish Galicia

Due to popular demand and the success of the 2018 tour, YIVO will host its second Literary Tour of Jewish Galicia, where we will read the works of writers such as Peretz, Bruno Schulz, Agnon, Celan, Babel, and many others in the places that they were written, and travel through the historic landscape that shaped them.

St. Petersburg – Moscow – Prague

YIVO is proud to announce a study tour to St. Petersburg, Moscow, and Prague. This tour will explore the history of Russian and Soviet Jewry, as well as visit some of the major attractions of these two Russian capitals. The tour will conclude in Prague, one of Europe’s most beautiful cities and home to one of the oldest Jewish communities in Europe.

Jewish Seville: La Judería

Discover with us the most beautiful corners and the most illustrious characters of what was the most extensive Jewish quarter of the Iberian Peninsula.
The Jewish Quarter of Seville is the ultimate place to retrace the footprints of Jewish history in Spain. A neighborhood of singular beauty described by the great romantic travelers of the 19th century. A place to discover the fascinating history of the Jews in the capital of Andalusia.
This visit can be combined with a visit to the Real Alcazar, the oldest royal palace in use in Europe. In the Royal Palace of Seville, Jewish intellectuals, musicians and poets played an important role both in the court of the Muslim king Al-Mutamid and in the court of the Christian kings Fernando III and Alfonso X.
Discover with us the heart of Jewish Andalusia and the fascinating story of the Royal Jews of Seville.

Jewish Cordoba: The City of Maimonides

The Jewish quarter of Córdoba is one of the best preserved medieval Jewish quarters in all of Europe. Home of great thinkers and unsurpassed beauty, its streets and houses keep secrets that fascinate both locals and visitors. In it we can visit the only medieval synagogue preserved until today in Andalusia. Discover with us the fascinating history of this neighborhood, declared a world heritage by the UNESCO, as well as the life and work of its most famous inhabitants such as the great thinker Maimonides.

Jewish Ghetto and Navona Food Wine and Sightseeing Tour of Rome

Immerse yourself in the flavors of the ‘Eternal City’ on a half-day tour through Rome’s iconic foods and wine. Visit a series of local restaurants in Campo Marzio and the Jewish Ghetto for tastings that range from fish and meat to pizza, pasta, and desserts served alongside Italian wines. Take in the city’s historic sites as you go, with time to explore classic piazzas, ancient Roman sites, temples, and a synagogue. Finish your tour with inside tips on the best places to eat, drink and explore in Rome. Foodie and sightseeing tour of two Roman neighborhoods Sample local foods and wine Explore the city with an experienced guide Visit historic sites along the way Upgrade to a private tour for a more personalized experience

Read more about Jewish Ghetto, Campo Marzio Food, Wine, Sites Tour of Rome 2021 – https://www.viator.com/tours/Rome/Downtown-Rome-Food-and-Wine-Tour/d511-20455P7?mcid=56757

Jewish Ghetto & Trastevere Food Tour

Join in on a foodie stroll like no other through Trastevere – the trendiest neighborhood in Rome. Sink your teeth into scrumptious food delights ranging from gooey suppli to mouthwatering Trapizzini. Handheld and ready for the road ahead, match these tasty treats with the perfect local wines for a winning combination of taste and culture.

Traverse Trastevere’s winding cobblestone streets and roam Rome’s old fisherman neighborhood with an empty stomach and a hunger for adventure. Embrace the unconventional atmosphere across the Tiber, where locals and travelers alike join together in a bohemian rhapsody of both food and style.

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