Motor Coach One Day Tours

On this tour you will see the most exciting sites in Jerusalem! Begin with a drive to the Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city. Stop at Mount Zion to visit King David’s tomb, Room of Last Supper and the Dormition Abbey. Then, enter the Old City and walk through the Armenian and Jewish Quarters to the recently excavated and restored Cardo, the Roman road. Visit the Jewish Wailing Wall and the Kotel before continuing to the Christian Quarter to walk along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Proceed to the New City visiting Yad Vashem, the Memorial to the Holocaust.

* On Saturdays and Jewish holidays, instead of Yad Vashem, drive to Ein Karem, southwest of Jerusalem, traditionally known as the birthplace of John the Baptist; Stroll in the narrow lanes of the picturesque neighborhood, stopping by Mary’s spring and continue to visit the remarkable Church of Saint John the Baptist, Return to point of departure. NOTE: Modest dress (no shorts or sleeveless shirts) and head covering is required for visiting holy sites.

Departure: Daily

Drive to the Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city and the Garden of Gethsemane. Stop at Mount Zion to visit King David’s tomb, Room of Last Supper and the Dormition Abbey. Enter the Old City and walk through the Armenian and Jewish Quarters to the recently excavated and restored Cardo, the Roman road. Visit the Jewish Wailing Wall and the Kotel before continuing to the Christian Quarter to walk along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Continue to Bethlehem* for an overview of the Shepherd’s field and then drive through Rachel’s Tomb to visit the Church of Nativity and Manger’s Square.

*Under Palestinian Authority Jurisdiction

NOTE: Modest dress (no shorts or sleeveless shirts) and head covering is required for visiting holy sites.

Departure: Daily

Drive along the Judean Hills to the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth. Roadside view of Qumeran caves (visit not included) where the Dead Sea scrolls were found. Follow along the shores until you reach Masada, where you will ascend by cable car and tour the mountain fortress built by King Herod and where the Zealots made their last stand against the Romans. Visit the remains of the walls, palaces, the synagogue, water cisterns, mosaic floors, Roman bath and more before you descend by cable car. Next, you will have some time to ‘float’ in mineral rich waters of the Dead Sea, known to have curative effects.

Departure: Daily

Enjoy a lovely day travelling through the outstanding landscape of the Lower Galilee. Depart Tel Aviv along the coastal road to Nazareth, the town where Jesus spent his childhood. Visit the Church of Annunciation and the Church of St. Josef before you continue via Kana to the resort town of Tiberias. Continue along the shores of the Sea of Galilee to visit Capernaum and view the ruins of the ancient synagogue. Travel to Tabgha, the site of the miracle of loaves and fish which is located at the foot of the Golan Heights. End your day with a visit to Yardenit, the famous site of baptism, where the Jordan River exits the Sea of Galilee towards the Dead Sea.

Departure: Daily except Sunday

We’ll begin the day at the Mount of Olives for a panoramic, breathtaking view of the city. At Mount Zion we’ll visit King David’s Tomb, the Room of Last Supper and the imposing Dormition Abbey. Entering the Old City, we’ll walk through the Armenian and Jewish Quarters to the recently restored Cardo, the ancient Roman road. You’ll see the Jewish Wailing Wall (the Kotel), the Christian Quarter and follow the Via Dolorosa to the Church of Holy Sepulchre. Next, we’ll drive through the Judean desert to the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth. Here you’ll have the opportunity to float in the Dead Sea’s buoyant waters and cover yourself with mineral-rich, therapeutic mud before we return you to your point of departure. NOTE: Modest dress (no shorts or sleeveless shirts) and head coverings are required for visiting holy sites. A bathing suit, hat and towel are recommended for the Dead Sea.

Departure: Daily

Today we’ll drive along the coastal road to Caesarea, the ancient Roman capital and port; enjoy a walking tour of the theatre, the archaeological ruins and excavations. From here we’ll move on to Haifa for a scenic view of the city, the port and the magnificent Baha’i gardens and shrine. At Rosh Hanikra we’ll descend by cable car into the underwater grottoes and admire the spectacular natural formations. Onto Acre, recognized by UNESCO as world heritage site, where we’ll tour the market, the mosque and the old port. Our visit will conclude with the remarkable underground Crusader city and crypt, learning about their fascinating history before returning to our point of departure.

Departure: Daily (except Thursday)

We’ll begin this day of leisure with a drive through the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea. You’ll visit a shop dedicated to local cosmetic products and relax by shore of the lowest body of water on earth. Here you can cover yourself with the mineral-rich, therapeutic mud and float effortlessly in the sea’s dense waters – you’ll return to your hotel a whole new person.
Note: *Spa treatments are not available; lockers are available at additional cost. *Hat, sunscreen, bathing suit and towel are recommended.
*Change of vehicle may be required on return.

Departure: Daily