This multi-dimensional tour explores historical and cultural connections that define modern day life; in Israel travel from Tel Aviv to the Sea of Galilee and Jerusalem, and into Jordan to the Dead Sea, Petra and more.
Israel and Jordan explores all the threads – civilizations, cultures, history, traditions, religions and the arts – that are so intricately woven together throughout this compelling area of the world. Gain special insights into its diversity from knowledgeable local guides and experts in their fields as our Israel travel itinerary takes you from bustling modern-day Tel Aviv to ancient sites such as 4,000-year-old Jaffa, King Herod's port city of Caesarea, mountaintop Masada and Jerusalem's Old City. Expand your understanding of the religions that have so much to do with Israel and Jordan, past and present, during a Tauck Exclusive private panel discussion. Sail on the Sea of Galilee, relax at a resort along the Dead Sea, travel on Jordan's King's Highway to the fabled pink city of Petra, and dine Bedouin-style at a traditional feast. Privately guided tours and special cultural experiences for Tauck guests only bring it all to life. Throughout our Jordan and Israel travel days, superb hotels put you in the best locations, such as The David Citadel Hotel, a five-star hotel within walking distance of Jerusalem's Old City walls. And you can get a more comprehensive look at this part of the world by combining Israel & Jordan with our 12-day Egypt: Jewels Along the Nile!
Departures
28 Aug; 4, 6 Sep; 11, 16, 23, 25, 30 Oct; 6, 13 Nov; 4 Dec 2012.
Inclusions
- Guided visits to diverse sites such as the Western Wall, Dome of the Rock, Sephardic Synagogues, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Mt. Nebo, and Jezzar Pasha Mosque
- Walking tours exploring Israel's and Jordan's antiquities, guided by local experts & professional Tauck Directors; modern-day discussions including a "Prophet Sharing" panel discussion in Haifa
- A special farewell evening in Petra – a Bedouin-style traditional feast featuring a sword dance
- A cruise on the Sea of Galilee aboard a working replica of a 2,000-year-old fishing boat
- A private wine and hors d’oeuvres reception prior to the amazing sound and light show across the walls of the Tower of David
- Guided visit to Bethlehem for a tour of the Church of the Nativity and the Milk Grotto
- Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
- 31 meals (13 breakfasts, 11 lunches, 7 dinners); gratuities to local guides, service charges, admission fees, taxes and porterage
- Small Group Departures, averaging 24 Tauck guests, are specially priced from $5990 per person double; inquire at time of booking – specific dates apply