Hiking the Israel Trail: Ancient History & Wild Landscapes

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Discover a side of Israel few outsiders ever see, as you hike sections of the Israel National Trail, explore historic sites, visit natural wonders and learn the region’s ancient story.
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Overview

Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Very Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

    • Hike along beautiful segments of the “Israel Trail” in the Jerusalem Hills and Upper Galilee, dotted with ancient historical sites
    • With an archaeology expert, experience fascinating sites from antiquity and beyond, including the City of David in Jerusalem
    • Enjoy a sunset tour in a

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    Discover a side of Israel few outsiders ever see, as you hike sections of the Israel National Trail, explore historic sites, visit natural wonders and learn the region’s ancient story.

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Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeNo age restrictions
Flights and transportAll internal ground transport included
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  • Education / Learning

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Itinerary

Day
1 In Transit to Program In Flight

Day
2 Arrive, Check-in, Orientation, Welcome Dinner Jerusalem D Prima Kings Hotel Dinner: Welcome dinner in the hotel dining room.

Day
3 Biblical Jerusalem Jerusalem B,L,D Prima Kings Hotel Activity note: Up to 2 hours of walking at a time, some through tunnels. Walking on cobble stones and stairs unavoidable. Breakfast: Buffet breakfast in the hotel dining room. Morning: Begin your expl...
Day
4 Burma Road and Latrun Jerusalem B,L,D Prima Kings Hotel Activity note: Total hiking this day is 7.5 miles, 4-5 hours Breakfast: Buffet breakfast in the hotel dining room. Morning: Hike along the Israel Trail in the Jerusalem hills from Beit Meir through...
Day
5 Mt. of Olives & Kidron Valley, Jewish Sabbath Jerusalem B,D Prima Kings Hotel Activity note: Total distance is 1-2 miles, mostly downhill. Breakfast: Buffet breakfast in the hotel dining room. Morning: Walk down the Mt. of Olives, passing a number o...
Day
6 Sabbath in Jerusalem, Christian Quarter Jerusalem B,L,D Prima Kings Hotel Activity note: Morning: up to 1 mile at slow pace, stopping for explanations along the way. Afternoon: 1-2 miles, stairs, 2.5 hours including explanations. Breakfast: Buffet breakfast ...
Day
7 Jordan River Valley and Gilboa Region Galilee Region B,L,D Nofey Gonen Kibbutz Guest House Activity note: Total hiking is 2 miles, 3 hours. Breakfast: Buffet breakfast in the hotel dining room. Morning: Depart Jerusalem and travel north along the Jordan...
Day
8 The "Mighty" Jordan River and Its Tributaries Galilee Region B,L,D Nofey Gonen Kibbutz Guest House Activity note: Morning: approx. 1 mile, flat trail, 2 hours with explanations. Afternoon: approx 1 mile, partly walking through water, 2 hours. Breakfast: Buff...
Day
9 Hula Valley Galilee Region B,L,D Nofey Gonen Kibbutz Guest House Activity note: Total hiking 2.5 miles, 3 hours. Bike ride will be on flat terrain. Breakfast: Buffet breakfast in the guest house dining room. Morning: Pick up hiking along the Israel Trai...
Day
10 Arbel Cliff, Ancient Tzippori, & Druze Village Greater Haifa/Carmel Region B,L,D Eden Inn Activity note: Arbel Cliff- 1.5 miles, mostly down incline, 2 hours. Tzippori-approximately 2 hours, including explanations. Dirt paths, some stairs. Breakfast: Br...
Day
11 Modern Israeli Art Tel Aviv B,D Metropolitan Hotel Breakfast: Breakfast in the hotel dining room. Morning: Depart by coach to pick up the Israel Trail. Hike into the artist village of Ein Hod where we will meet with local artists in their studios. Lunc...
Day
12 Program Concludes In Flight B Breakfast: Breakfast in hotel dining room.

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Price From $3,799
Price per day$317
Last Updated: 9/22/2021

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Meals Included
  • 27 Meals
  • 10 Breakfasts
  • 7 Lunches
  • 10 Dinners
  • The following choices may be available when requested in advance: Kosher, Gluten Free, Vegetarian
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