From Jerusalem: Day Trip to Golan Heights and Mount Bental
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Explore the gems of Northern Israel on this day tour. Discover synagogues and tour a historic Kibbutz settlement, all while learning about Israel's fascinating history from your knowledgeable guide.
Highlights
- Be transported back to ancient times as you travel through Katzrin
- Cross over the Jordan River at the foot of Golan Heights
- See ancient synagogues, houses, bunkers, and trenches throughout the day
- Spot relics and artifacts when you visit the Golan Antiquities Museum
- Take the time to look over Kuneitra valley from your spot on Mount Bental
Description
Spend the day traveling through Northern Israel visiting historic sites like Golan Heights and Katzrin. Drive through Hamat Gader, cross the Jordan River, and go into the Golan Antiquities Museum. Learn the history from your guide, while traveling in a comfortable vehicle. Start the day by driving inland and going through the plain of Armageddon as mentioned in Revelations. See the Megiddo site of an ancient Biblical city. Reach the southernmost point of the Sea of Galilee and stop to look down on the sea from above and take in the pastoral vista. Cross the Jordan River and pass through Hamat Gader, a popular spa destination. Continue through the countryside until you reach the Shalom Observatory. From here, there is a stunning view looking back at the Sea of Galilee and you can see the Israeli city of Tiberia in the distance. Continue to Katzrin where excavations have uncovered a village from the Mishnah and Talmud periods. The village has been partially restored and you can see the archaeological findings which include a synagogue, houses, and an oil press. When you reach Katzrin, a city sometimes referred to as the Capital of the Golan, visit the Golan Antiquities Museum where you can see findings from the region and the nearby archeological site. The museum displays artifacts and has audiovisual presentations about the city of Gamla. Lastly, travel to Mount Bental to see what remains of the 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.
Includes
Hotel pickup & drop-off
Entry fee to the museum
Professional guide
Transport by air-conditioned coach
Important Information
- Modest dress is required for the holy places
- This tour requires a minimum of 3 participants
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund