Israel
An ancient land on the eastern Mediterranean, packing holy sites, seaside cities and desert wonders into a small country.
Israel lies on the eastern shore of the Mediterranean. Though small, its terrain stretches from the Mediterranean coast and the Galilee hills to the Dead Sea basin and the Negev Desert. Jerusalem's Old City brings together holy sites of Judaism, Christianity and Islam; Tel Aviv is known for its beaches, its Bauhaus "White City" architecture and its nightlife; and the floating experience of the Dead Sea, the fortress of Masada, the Baha'i Gardens in Haifa, the Sea of Galilee and Eilat on the Red Sea each have their own character. Spring and autumn have the most pleasant weather. Ben Gurion International Airport is the main point of entry. Before travelling, please check local security conditions and travel advisories.
Destinations
Itineraries
- Israel Coast, Galilee, and Dead Sea Loop – Head north along the coast from Tel Aviv, pass through the Sea of Galilee, head south to the Dead Sea, and finish in Je…
- Israel and Jordan: Tel Aviv to Amman – Cross from the Mediterranean through the Holy City and the Red Sea, then explore Petra, Wadi Rum, and Amman.
- Dead Sea to Red Sea Negev Road Trip – Drive through the Judean and Negev Deserts, passing through Ramon Crater to reach Eilat on the Red Sea.
- Holy Land Christian Pilgrimage – Follow the Gospels through major holy sites from Jerusalem and Bethlehem to Galilee.
- Jerusalem, Dead Sea, and Masada – Spend two days exploring the Old and New Cities of Jerusalem, and two days floating in the Dead Sea and climbing Masada.