Your Travel Experience with IsraelRail
Day 1
Ben Gurion Airport - Train to Haifa - Welcome and Shalom!
Welcome to your exploration of Israel! Upon your arrival at Ben Gurion Airport, you will board the train directly to Haifa and make your way through the blossoming landscape next to the ocean. Once in Haifa and checked into your hotel, depending on your arrival time you will have the opportunity to marvel at the Bahá’í Holy Garden surrounding the Temple of the Baháʼí Faith, a religion founded in the 19th century that strongly believes in the unity of all people of all religions. The view is amazing, and it is a perfect spot to enjoy the sunset. Once the sun has set, we recommend you take a bus ride along the coastline and the hills down to the German Colony with its many Israeli fusion kitchen restaurants.
Included: Train to Haifa, bus ride to the Bahai Gardens
Optional: Bahai Garden tour depending on your arrival
Overnight in Haifa
Day 2
Haifa - Train to Akko - Akko City Tour with Food Tasting - Carmel Mountain Haifa
Many empires have left their traces in the old port city of Akko among them the Templars, Knights of St. John, Turks, Persians, and Romans. Today Akko is one of Israel´s most oriental and Muslim cities. That makes the train ride from Haifa to Akko a worthwhile exploration of the small alleys of the bazar and an authentic food tasting is waiting for you. You will have the choice to spend the afternoon in the old city of Akko or take the train back to Haifa so you can see more sights there. One example is the astonishing Mount of Carmel where a cable car leads you up the mountain
Included: Breakfast, train to Akko, admission tickets to five museums, Food Tasting Card
Optional: Cable car on the top of the Mount Carmel
Overnight in Haifa
Day 3
Explorer time in Jerusalem - Machne Yehuda Market Food Tasting
On your third day in Israel, it is time to take a train to the Holy City. In Jerusalem, you will spend the day marveling at the religious hustle and bustle of Christians, Muslims, and Jews, either on foot or by tramway. Our in-house English-speaking audio guide will help you explore the Jewish, Muslim, Christian, and Armenian neighborhoods and, at the same time, provide you with plenty of historical context and culinary tips. In the afternoon, you head towards the modern Jewish part of the town to enjoy your first food tasting of authentic Israeli food. The famous Machne Yehuda Market vibe is unique, and you can expect a visual and flavorsome feast! Included: Breakfast, Jerusalem Audio Guide, Machne Yehuda Market Food Tasting
Overnight in Jerusalem
Day 4
Jerusalem Old City Tour - Israel Museum - Free Explorer Time
After a real Israeli breakfast, you will start your first day in Israel with a time travel through the 3000-year history of Jerusalem at the Jerusalem Time Elevator Museum. Later on, our tour guide will take you on a guided tour of the Old City of Jerusalem and deepen your history knowledge. You will hear about Jerusalem's legends and anecdotes in detail. After the tour, you will better understand the basic features of the complex coexistence of three world religions. The afternoon program is up to you. One example of an afternoon activity is visiting the Israel Museum and learning more about the history of Judaism until 21 o´clock in the evening. Alternatively, a hike on the Mount of Olives is also worthwhile. Included: Breakfast, 4-hours guided Old City Tour, Israel Museum
Optional: Jerusalem Time Elevator
Overnight in Jerusalem
Day 5
Jerusalem - Masada - Ein Gedi - Dead Sea - Jerusalem
Meet your shuttle bus before dawn and cross the Judean Desert to the ancient fortress of Masada, once built by King Herod. The rocky desert landscape is known for its uniqueness. After the natural spectacle, you continue to the oasis of Ein Gedi. In the national park, you will learn a lot about the barren desert habitat and have a chance to swim around in the Dead Sea. This is good for your skin and soul. The afternoon and evening in Jerusalem are at your leisure.
Included: Breakfast, self-guided tour to Masada, Ein Gedi and the Dead Sea
Overnight in Jerusalem
Day 6
Holocaust Memorial Yad Vashem - Train to Tel Aviv - Free Beach Time
On your last day in Jerusalem, we recommend a visit to the Holocaust memorial at Yad Vashem, the world's most important memorial commemorating the Nazi extermination of the Jews. It might be the last moving experience before going to Tel Aviv for the weekend. Take the train to Tel Aviv whenever you are ready for your last stop in Israel and refresh yourself with a walk on the beach.
Included: Breakfast, train to Tel Aviv
Optional: Holocaust memorial Yad Vashem Audio-Guide
Overnight in Tel Aviv
Day 7
Tel Aviv Museum of Art - Sunset and Beach - Florentin Nightlife
A great way to explore Tel Aviv is by bike. You can easily visit the different quarters and experience their unique charm and vibe. Today, you can do whatever you feel like, this is your day. We recommend a visit to the TLV Museum of Art or a walk through the colorful HaCarmel market in the center of Tel Aviv, where fresh fruits and vegetables are offered daily. Also not to be missed is the extravagant Rothschild Boulevard and the Florentin district. Get to know some of the most hidden and trendy clubs that usually only locals visit to enjoy the city that never sleeps.
Included: Breakfast, TLV Museum of Art
Optional: Tel Aviv by bike, HaCarmel Market, Florentin district, Pub Crawl
Overnight in Tel Aviv
Day 8
Tel Aviv - Flea Market in Old Jaffa - Train to Ben Gurion Airport
On the last day of your trip, you might be looking for a suitable souvenir. The Jaffa neighborhood, the historical and Ottoman-influenced part of the city, is particularly suitable for a relaxed last day. Strolling through the flea market and Shuk HaPishPeshim, you will find old and new treasures. Snack on one last delicacy at the market before it's time to say goodbye and depart for Ben Gurion Airport.
Included: Breakfast, Ben Gurion Airport transfer by train
Optional: Jaffa Old City stroll at the flea market