Experience an unforgettable tour of the Golan Heights
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. Visit border hot springs and a Talmudic village, explore the ruins of a 6th-century synagogue and spot ancient Hebrew inscriptions. Take in views from the top of an extinct volcano above the Quneitra Valley, and get a birds-eye view over one of the Levant’s most contested regions.
• Day trip to Golan Heights from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv.
• A professional and pleasant guide
• Includes all entrance fees
• Pickup and drop-off at hotels in Jerusalem or Tel Aviv
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Professional guide
✔ Includes all entrance fees
✔ Transport by air-conditioned coach
✔ Hotel pickup and drop-off from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv Hotels
✖ Food and drinks
✖ Insurance
Pickup Locations
1. Grand Beach Hotel
2. Brown Seaside by Brown Hotels
3. Leonardo Boutique Jerusalem
4. Agripas Boutique Hotel
5. Dan Tel Aviv Hotel
6. Alma Hotel & Lounge
7. Dan Panorama Jerusalem
8. David Citadel Hotel
9. Shalom Hotel & Relax - an Atlas Boutique Hotel
10. Sheraton Grand Tel Aviv
11. Grand Court Hotel
12. BY 14 TLV Hotel
13. Hilton Tel Aviv
14. Hotel Prima Kings
15. Orchid Tel Aviv
16. Dan Boutique Jerusalem
Itinerary
1
Our tour begins as we leave Jerusalem or 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.
2
Megiddo
From here we can see Megiddo site of an ancient Biblical city
3
Jordan Valley
Travel through the Jordan Valley
4
Sea of Galilee
.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.
5
Hamat Gader Park
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.
6
Ancient Katzrin Village and Synagogue
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
7
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.
Duration: 30 minutes
8
Mount Bental
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.
Duration: 40 minutes
Additional info
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels
• Guests picked up from Jerusalem will join the tour from Tel-Aviv.
• Confirmation will be received at time of booking, unless booked within 12 hours of travel. In this case confirmation will be received as soon as possible, subject to availability
• Minimum starting age for the tour is 4 years old.
