The 6-Day Jesus Trail Hike will take you on an unforgettable walk through history, culture, and spirituality. Journey through small villages, bustling cities, and sweeping farmland along a well known trail where Jesus chose to carry out his ministry. Beginning in Nazareth, you will visit the old Roman Galilean capital: Zippori, the location of the first miracle in Cana, a fully-functioning religious Jewish Kibbutz, ancient olive groves, Mount Arbel, and of course – the Sea of Galilee. Along the coast, you will visit important churches, with the final destination being Capernaum: the center of of much of Jesus’ ministry. An additional hike to the Mount of Beatitudes is an optional, and recommended walk.
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Small Group Excursion to Nazareth & Galilee
Head out on a small group excursion to Nazareth and Galilee on this tour from the Haifa Port. Enjoy panoramic views of the Baha’i Gardens and visit the Church of the Annunciation. Gaze out at the majestic Sea of Galilee and stop by a local kibbutz.
Begin from the port of Haifa and meet your guide before heading out on your excusion. Join a small group of 6 to 16 people for the drive to Nazareth and the Galilee. We specialize in shore excursions for cruise passengers and know the importance of being on time for the start and end of the tour.
Take in a panoramic view of the Baha’i Gardens in Haifa and visit the Church of the Annunciation in Nazareth. Discover the Jordan River and watch as it winds its way down through Israel. Stop by a kibbutz and watch the guests working and relaxing. Gaze in awe at the Mount of Beatitudes, Sea of Galilee, and many other sites before heading back to your cruise ship.
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.
Caesarea, Haifa and Akko Tour
Caesarea, Haifa and Akko Tour explores the diversity and beauty of Israel’s northern coastline and four of the most impressive sites in just one day. Take in the wonder of King Herod’s ancient seaside city of Caesarea, explore the bustling markets in Akko, a UNESCO World Heritage site, tour Haifa, Israel’s third city set on the slopes of Mount Carmel, home to the ‘hanging’ Bahai Gardens with its beautiful German Colony. This full-day tour, led by our handpicked Israeli tour guides, departs from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem four times a week and is the best way to conveniently explore the north of Israel in just one day.
Caesarea, Haifa and Akko Tour shows you the highlights of the North and ends with return transfer to Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. You will return to your starting point with wonderful memories and lasting impressions. The tour is available four times a week with guaranteed departures.
SEGS on the Beach
A fascinating new tour starting from the Caesarea Golf Club and includes the Roman Villa and the amazing aqueduct. Helmets will be provided and are mandatory. Riding a Segway is allowed from age 16 and up (according to the Ministry of Transportation) and is not recommended for pregnant women.
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.
Following the Forerunner, Private Tour From Jerusalem
Two churches – Visitation Church where Mary learned that she’s bearing child, and St. John Ba Harim Church where the immerser, John the Baptist was born – two churches that comemorate two events that gave Christianity two of the most ancient hymns – The Magnificat and Benedictus.
And in between these two churches we will learn about the obsession of purity of that time, of unique individuals that came to live in Ein Kerem at the western part of Jerusalem following the carisma of John. These include Major General Charles Gordon, the Ratisbonne brothers, two Jews who converted to Christianity and formed the Sisters of Zion Order, Eliszabeth, sister in law of the last Russian Zar, all followed the forerunner’s place of birth and where he grew as a child, some learning about him and others setting up convents and churches.
We will walk through the picturesque alleys of the village that has not changed much during the last 2000 years and attempt to better understand John’s childhood.
The Ultimate Beer Sheva Experience: From Biblical to Modern Times
Beersheba (Beer Sheva) is one of the world’s oldest cities! The Biblical forefathers; Abraham, Isaac and Jacob lived and prophesized here. Expanding rapidly, modern Beersheba is on the verge of becoming a high-tech world capital. On this unique, off the beaten track Israel tour, we explore the “Capital” of the Negev Desert where “Our Past Meets Our Future”
Ramat HaNadiv Guided Tour
On your arrival at Ramat Hanadiv, you will be met by a specially-trained guide. The tour begins at the Visitors Pavilion with a screening of the film “Beyond the Gardens”. It describes the history of the Rothschild family; the crucial role played by the ‘father of the Yishuv’, Baron Edmond de Rothschild, in establishing the modern Jewish settlement in the land of Israel; and the range of activities that take place today in the Memorial Gardens and the Nature Park surrounding them.
After the film, the tour moves on to the exquisitely designed and maintained Memorial Gardens, stretching across 70 dunams (about 17 acres) and filled with expansive lawns, venerable trees, ornamental plants, and fragrant herbs. The gardens are characterized by a disciplined, European style combined with unassuming, native Mediterranean plants ‒ a reflection of Baron Edmond de Rothschild’s heritage of modesty and respect.
At the heart of the gardens lies the tomb of the Baron and his wife Ada, where you can pay your respects to the ‘father of the Yishuv’, the ‘well-known Benefactor’.
The tour lasts about 1 1/2 hours. Suitable for groups of 40 or less.
