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Nazareth & the Golan Heights, 2 Days from Tel Aviv
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Nazareth & the Golan Heights, 2 Days from Tel Aviv
2 Days Starting in Ramot Naftali and ending in Nazareth
Visiting: Ramot Naftali, Nazareth
Tour operator:
Tour code:
391345
Guide Type:
Fully Guided
Age range:
3-
Trip Styles:
Interests:
Cultural, History, Religion and Spiritual, Ruins-Archaeology
Activities:
Tour Overview
On this 2-day tour of Nazareth and the Golan Heights, you’ll have 2 fully guided days with a professional local guide. The tour includes bed and breakfast accommodation for one night. Travel to northern Israel through the idyllic countryside to Nazareth and visit the Church of Annunciation and St. Joseph’s Church. On the shore of the Sea of Galilee pass Christian landmarks including Capernaum and the Mount of Beatitudes. On the Golan Heights visit an excavated Talmudic village at Katzrin. And on the peak of Mount Bental see an abandoned Syrian outpost. From this elevated position, there are panoramic views across the Golan and Syria.
Highlights
Itinerary
Day 1 : Golan Heights Tour
Location: Ramot Naftali
Our tour begins as we leave Tel-Aviv traveling north on the coastal road along the Mediterranean Sea and passing the cities of Hertzilya and Natanya. We turn inland and travel through the plain of Armageddon as mentioned in Revelations. From here we can see Megiddo site of an ancient Biblical city .When we reach the southernmost point of the Sea of Galilee we stop to look down on the sea from above and take in the gorgeous pastoral vista. The panoramic view which lies before us has the Kinneret (Sea of Galilee) in the foreground and the undulating Golan Heights forming a dramatic backdrop. We cross the Jordan River at the foot of the Golan Heights and begin our ascent passing through Hamat Gader. Today Hamat Gader is a popular spa destination just as it was for the Romans almost 2000 years ago. We continue on through the lush green countryside until we reach the Shalom Observatory. From here we have a stunning view looking back at the Sea of Galilee beneath us. It is easy to understand the strategic importance of the Heights as we see the Israeli city of Tiberias in the distance on the edge of the Sea of Galilee.
We travel on to Katzrin where excavations have uncovered a village from the Mishnah and Talmud periods. The village has been partially restored and we can see the archaeological findings which include a synagogue, houses and an oil press. Here we can also see evidence of former volcanic activity in the Golan Heights as black basalt rock forms part of the landscape. We continue on to Katzrin, a city sometimes referred to as the Capital of the Golan. As far back as the Middle Bronze Age this location has been occupied, and later the Romans, Mamluks, Ottomans and even French have ruled this picturesque city. Here we visit the Golan Antiquities Museum where we see findings from the region and the nearby archeological site. The museum displays artifacts and has audiovisual presentations about the city of Gamla. We learn of Gamla, the historic Second Temple Era Jewish city which has been excavated nearby. We continue to Mount Bental to see what remains of Syrian fortifications. The Syrian bunkers, base and trenches were captured by the Israeli's in the Six Day War of 1967. From here we can see how close Syria is as we look down on the Syrian city of Kuneitra just beyond the Canadian UN forces which have protected this peaceful border since the cease fire in 1974.
Day 2 : Nazareth, Capernaum and Sea of Galilee Tour
Location: Nazareth
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 backdrop 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)
What's Included
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Overnight accommodation
Meals as per itinerary (B=breakfast, L=lunch, D=dinner)
What's Not Included
Gratuities
Know Before You Go
- Passport Required
Please Note
- Minimum age is 4 years
- Maximum 2 adults per room
- On occasion the itinerary may run in a different order
- Please note this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 4
Check out our Q&As
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What type of accommodation is provided during the tour?
The tour includes bed and breakfast accommodation for one night.
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Are meals included in the tour package?
Meals are included as per the itinerary, which specifies breakfast.
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Is there a minimum age requirement for this tour?
Yes, the minimum age for this tour is 4 years.
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Can children under 4 years old join the tour?
No, the tour is not suitable for children under the age of 4.
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Is it possible to participate in a baptismal ceremony during the tour?
Yes, it is possible to participate in a baptismal ceremony in the Jordan River, where Jesus was baptized.
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What historical sites will be visited on the first day of the tour?
On the first day, the tour visits Katzrin, an excavated Talmudic village, and Mount Bental, where you can see an abandoned Syrian outpost.
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What religious landmarks are included in the second day of the tour?
On the second day, the tour includes visits to the Church of Annunciation, the Church of Saint Joseph, and Capernaum, among other sites.
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Is there a limit to the number of adults per room during the tour?
Yes, there is a maximum of 2 adults per room.
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