Tel Aviv is the second largest city in Israel, and founded by the Jewish community on the outskirts of the ancient city of Jaffa in 1909. The city is a unique cosmopolitan metropolis where the new meets the old with modern architecture, and ancient buildings and streets makes the city an exciting travel destination.
Eilat the southernmost city next to the Red Sea, is the most popular family beach resort destination in Israel. The destination offers excellent dining, shopping, beach relaxation, and 5 star hotels. Travel with your spouse to Israel on a Christian tour, and visit Eilat as a tour extension for some extra days of relaxation and time of leisure during your Israel tour.
Traveling to Acre during a guided tour to Israel is truly a must. Not all tours feature Acre in the itinerary, therefore take special consideration to read if the destination is included. The city Acre, also known as Akko, is one of the oldest cities in the world, with continuous inhabitants dating back to the times of Pharaoh Thutmose III. Acre is located at the northern end of Haifa, considered the coastal plain region of Israel, and has a rich history of commercial activity in it’s harbor because of it’s ideal location with quick access to the sea.
A guarantee stop during your Israel tour is Jerusalem, the largest city, capital of the Israeli people, and one of the oldest cities in the world. The city is located in the Judean Mountains, between the Mediterranean Sea and the north part of the Dead Sea. This city is a holy city to the three major religions of the world- Judaism, Christianity and Islam.
You’ll find the Old City of Jaffa today a true mix of old and bohemian during your Israel tour: the traditional Mediterranean town market, the oldest port in Israel and popular for it’s fish restaurants, the art galleries, the flea market, and the upscale stores all co-existing beautifully together just a short distance from Tel Aviv. On the shores of the Mediterranean Sea, Jaffa is best reached along the Tel Aviv promenade.