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Red Canyon, Desert & Kibbutz Life

The best that the Southern Arava desert has to offer! Walk through the Red Canyon, see the spectacular sand dunes within the Ovda Valley. For a better taste of the desert, try the local desert-produced wines at Kibbutz Neot Semadar while learning about the lifestyle and values of collective communal kibbutz. See the future reflected in the transformations which the Kibbutz is undergoing from traditional agricultural lifestyle to the booming technology of today!

On this tour, you will visit some of the most breathtaking natural landscapes in the south of Israel. The tour will begin with a hike along the walls of the Red Canyon, sculpted over millions of years by water and wind, and featuring magnificent backdrops and undisturbed desert trails. At Kibbutz Neot Semadar, we will explore its iconic arts complex and learn about Kibbutz life from one of the most ecologically minded communities in the Arava Valley.

Taste the wines made here using grapes from the local organic farm, where harsh desert conditions and heightened altitude contribute to the complex and full bodied flavors. Enjoy the local fruits, vegetables, and cheeses at Pundak Neot Semadar, a restaurant and shop that features healthy vegetarian meals you can buy for lunch and produce from the organic farm at the Kibbutz.

Private Tour in the Bahai Gardens

A private tour through the majestic gardens while hearing about the fascinating Baha’i faith will allow not only to experience their amazing beauty, but also learn about the values it represents. What does the Baha’i faith stand for? What’s the meaning of the garden and it’s symbols and why those gardens were built in Haifa? You can book this tour in English, Russian, Hebrew or German. It’s possible to include the gardens in a half or full day tour or to book only an in-depth tour of the gardens.

Haifa walking tour from Haifa Port

The Haifa walking tour with Joe S. starts by taking a short walk through DownTown Haifa to coffee shops in the rejuvenated old port warehouse area. From there, the group takes a cable car to Mt Carmel (all seven stations). After that, the tour goes to a view of the Haifa Bay and/ or the Museum of Japanese art.

Next on the tour, is the Mane Katz art gallery and coffee shop on the view. From there, everyone is taken to the Haifa Zoo to socialize on the grass, benches, and play park games. Afterthat, Joe takes you to walk on the Louis promenade along the Bayview path. To close of the tour, the group will go to the Bahai Gardens and hear their story, and then go back to walk along the port on the cable car. Joe S. can personalize your tour if you message him about the sites you want to see in Haifa.

Golan Heights and Galilee Tour

Experience the Golan and Galilee with this two day tour taking you to some of the most spectacular sights in Northern Israel. Visit the Banias, one of Israel’s most amazing nature reserves. Enjoy the beauty of the Golan Heights, with trips to Katzerin and Mount Bental, and discover the historic town of Safed. Led by an experienced guide, this tour includes accommodation and breakfast.

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.

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.

Street Art in the Old City of Be’er Sheva

The Old City of Be’er Sheva has been enjoying a cultural and artistic boom, in the last few years, with museums, galleries, street exhibits and artistic projects, some even becoming a tradition. Among the wealth of artistic happenings in the ever-evolving city, the street art scene stands out the most, glorifying the old walls and giving them a happy and luminous street gallery vibe.

Discover Be’er Sheva’s street art scene through a colorful and vibrant tour, in which we will explore amazing murals, interactive street games and extraordinary art projects. We’ll walk among the picturesque streets and impressive historic buildings, discuss the artistic development in the Old City and the many artists who “took over” it and turned it into a real gem. Hear about the “Walls in the Old” (“Kirot Ba’Atika”) project – a colorful street gallery exhibiting the local art to the public, and see “Paint in the Old” (“Tzeva Ba’Atika”) project – a series of beautiful murals decorating various building fronts around the city.

We’ll pass by the experimental project featuring giant thinking games, stationed along Mordei HaGetaot street and enjoy a specially exciting game; visit a wall decorated with amusing statues at an incredibly reconstructed Ottoman house, by a local artist; gaze at the thousands of colorful lampshades hanging over Kakal street. To complete your artistic experience, we offer you to visit the Artists House in the Negev, the various galleries and the fascinating museums active around the city.

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.

Caesarea, Zichron, and Haifa Tour

This is a one-day private tour to Zichron Yaakov, Caesarea and Haifa. With a personal guide you will tour the highlights of these sights, representing ancient, modern and multicultural Israel. Tour the ruins in Caesarea and visit the famous amphiteater. Then, journey to Zichron Yaakov, one of Israel’s first settlements and learn about the Jewish pioneers whilst enjoying the quaint atmosphere. Visit the Carmel winery during your Zichron Yaakov private tour before journeying north to Haifa. Here you will enjoy panoramic views over the city where Jews, Muslim, Christian and Bahai peacefully coexist. For a final stop on your private tour, stop at the Druze village Dalit-el-Carmel, it’s a real feast for the senses. Your personal guide will be able to tailor the day to your preferences. This is your private tour so customize it and enjoy it!

During the tour we will stop at the following sites: Bahai Gardens in Haifa, Beit NILI, Caesarea National Park, Daliat-el-Carmel, German Colony in Haifa, Zichron Yaakov Wineries, and Muhraka Monastery in Haifa

The private tour starts by driving along the coast road to Caesarea. Made famous by Herod, he built a Roman City in honor of Caesar Augustus. On your private tour you will explore the ancient ruins with your personal guide, explaining the history surrounding the aqueducts, homes, stores, hippodrome, Herod’s palace, temples, warehouses and the ancient port. View the crusader fortress, the Ottoman mosque and the Roman amphitheater, which still functions today.
You will continue your private tour to Zichron Yaakov, at the southern end of the Carmel Mountain range. Founded in 1882, by Baron Rothschild, it’s one of Israel’s earliest settlements. There are cottages with inner courtyards designed with a European influence. The main thoroughfare of Zichron Yaakov is a cobbled street with quaint cafes and boutique shops. Your Zichron Yaakov private tour will take you to Beit Nili, a base for a spy ring during World War I. Next, a visit to the Ohel Yaakov Synagogue, dating back to 1886. Finally, stop for wine tasting at The Carmel Winery, established in 1885 as Israel’s first winery. This is your Zichron Yaakov custom tour, so you decide the order and the pace.

Heading north to Haifa, enjoy the immaculate Baha’i Gardens and take in the panoramic view across Haifa bay. On your private tour, visit the German Templar settlement, then head up to the Muhraka Monastery which sits on the highest point of the Carmel Mountain range. It is believed that the Prophet Elijah took refuge here during the Crusader era. Enjoy some wonderful views of the valley below.On the return journey, stop at the Druze village, Dalit-el-carmel. This is a feast for the senses with a vibrant marketplace packed with delicious food and fresh aromas. Have your personal guide explain the traditional Druze dress and religious beliefs.

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