Summer Experiences In The Holy Land

If you would like to enjoy the water along with some of the other amazing and glorious Holy Land sites, you will love the multiple day and single day tours we offer. Our tour guides are Christian and they know the area very well. They will do everything they can to give you everything you desire in a Holy Land Tour. You will love the wonderful sights and sounds the Holy Land has to offer.

If there are special things that you want to see and do, we would be happy to help you plan a customized tour package. Perhaps you might enjoy spending a few days relaxing in the resort town of Eilat, followed up by a customized multiple day tour including Jerusalem, Bethlehem, the Dead Sea, the Sea of Galilee, and something fun and different, such us Gan HaShlosha National Park.

If the country side is more your style, you will truly enjoy visiting wine country, along with some local farms on the spice route in Negev. There is also plenty of family fun in the Holy Land during the summer. Awesome choices for a family with children include Sinai, Mitzpe Ramon, and Tel Aviv, just to name a few.

Activities You Will Love and Enjoy

There are many fabulous and amazing activities you can enjoy during the summer in the Holy Land. We have already talked about enjoying the beach and staying cool in the pristine waters. Other glorious activities include:

• Mountain Hikes
• Crater Excursions
• Awesome Dining Opportunities
• Zoos, Walking Trails, Fairs, and Parks

Whether you are looking for fun family events to fill each moment of everyday, a romantic getaway with the person who completes you, a group of large family affair, or good old rest and relaxation, you can find it in Israel. Contact us today to schedule the vacation of a lifetime!

If you are interested in enjoying a tour that includes some amazing stops, the King’s Highway tour is perfect for you! There are several places you will enjoy checking out including:

• The Sea of Galilee

• Phenomenal National Parks (Bet She’An National Park and Gan HaShlosha National Park)

• An ancient synagogue (Beit Alfa Synagogue)

• Byzantine and Roman Ruins

• Tiberias

The Journey from Beginning to End

Your tour can start of at a couple of different places. Tiberias or Jerusalem are fabulous places to begin. Along the way, you will enjoy exploring the many sites and stops that embrace history, archeology, and the natural beauty and glory only God can design!

Tiberias is an amazing stop. You will enjoy the amazing Christian history, archeology and sites that this fabulous city has to offer. Every moment of your time here will be well spent seeing the sites and enjoying the city.

Bet She’An National Park  is home to a fabulously preserved Roman amphitheater. You will get to explore a place where people came together to watch gladiator battles and other entertainment of the times. This place is filled with history and superb archeology the entire family will enjoy!

Along the way, you have the option of making a stop at Beit Alfa Synagogue. You will learn about the Old Testament and Jewish history and tradition. You will enjoy the wonderfully preserved mosaics, which feature Isaac’s binding, the zodiac wheel, and a historical synagogue scene.

Gan HaShlosha National Park is one of the glorious and magnificent places only God could have created. You will have a magnificent afternoon enjoying the natural springs and God’s very own hot tub, which is located just beneath one of the most splendid waterfalls you will ever see! The entire family will truly enjoy spending some time in the water and enjoying the beauty of the Lord’s playground!

The fun doesn’t stop there. Along the way, you will enjoy the Jordan Valley, which will lead you into Jerusalem. There is tons to see and do in Jerusalem. We will help you plan a magnificent Jerusalem tour either before or after your King’s Highway adventure.

Setting Up Your Holy Land Tour

There are several options when planning a King’s Highway adventure. There are great places to start and stop and this can be a one day tour or it can be customized and spread over several days, spending a day or night at several places along the way! Contact us today! We look forward to helping you plan the perfect Holy Land vacation for you!

Thank You Google!

There are many people very upset with Google right now due to the Penguin Update that has occurred in the search engine. However, if you are not a marketing or SEO professional and you live in or are traveling to Israel, you will love Google! Google just made street view accessible in Israel. If you rent a car equipped with GPS, have an international smart phone, or are able to view or print Google maps, you can access Street View in Israel. This makes things much easier if you are visiting Israel and you plan to rent a vehicle! Make sure to request a vehicle with GPS and you are all set!

Vacation Freedom

You have a little bit more freedom if you decide to rent a vehicle in Israel, because you will be able to get out and see things when the guided tours you choose are done for the day. If you are unable to rent a car, it is not a big deal because we will give you plenty of options to see and do during your down time. However, if you prefer a less structured vacation and would rather do a day tour or two and have some time to play on your own, you might want to consider renting a car. It is a great way to get the best of both worlds! Google Street View allows you to navigate exactly where you are going with a play by play of each turn you need to make.

Endless Options

Your vacation options are endless. We would love to help you plan the perfect vacation for you! Contact us today to set up your travel arrangements, plan your tours, choose your accommodations, and set up a car rental or ground transportation if you would like!

Many families choose to vacation in the summer because the kids are out of school and it is a good time to find something special for everybody to do. A trip to Mitzpe Ramon can do just that for you. Here is a look a some of the magnificent activities you can enjoy in this fun little town.

Have You Ever Considered Hiking Through A Crater?

Since Mitzpe Ramon is located on the edge of a huge crater, hiking through it can be a great family activity. Before heading out on the trails, stop at Bio Ramon. It is a lovely little museum that you should stop at to get a few maps and some advice from the helpful staff for your journey. The children in your group are sure to enjoy this museum, which is full of history and information about the region. They also host a display about indigenous animals and play a video about the region.

When the staff has helped you determine the best trails for your group based on time availability, health considerations, weather conditions, and ages of children, you can head out on your journey. Be sure to take the weather into consideration. Israel gets hot in the summer. Be sure to have a ruck sack with you that has sun screen, a small first aid kit, your maps, plenty of water, a few snacks,your camera, and anything else you think you might need for your hike. The staff at the museum can help you determine what you should have with you for the hike you are planning.

Enjoy Some Time At The Alpaca Farm

Mitzpe Ramon is home to one of the largest herds of Alpaca in the world. While you are visiting this quaint little town, be sure to stop in and visit the farm. The children will truly enjoy the petting farm located on the property. You will learn about many exotic animals and you can experience what it is like to hand feed them. You may also be able to watch the staff sheer the Alpaca. The children in your group can enjoy a ride on a donkey, llama, or pony. If you and your party would prefer, you can also schedule a horseback excursion and tour that goes around the crater. You can book it and speak to your tour guide at the farm.

Enjoy The Crater From Inside A Jeep

If you prefer to go exploring with four wheels and an engine, you will love the Jeep tour of the crater. This tour is exiting and unique, as the trails the off-road Jeeps travel are only open for the vehicles. Thus, there is no other way to explore this area of the crater. It is also good for families with smaller children who cannot do a walking or horseback riding tour. Your tour guide will take you for a great ride and tell you everything there is to know about this awesome crater!

Enjoy The Most Glorious Stargazing You Have Ever Seen

Stargazing in Mitzpe Ramon is amazing. If you like looking at the stars, you will love stargazing in this magnificent little town. You will truly understand the magnificence and glory that the sky holds at night. Local experts offer star tours that often times start at dusk, so you will be able to enjoy the true beauty of the sun setting beyond the crater. This could very well be the most fabulous sunset you every experience!

Wonderful Accommodations At Affordable Prices

Many people get a little bit nervous about staying in a little town on the edge of a crater because they fear that the everyday comforts and lifestyle they are used to are going to be lost in a tiny town like this. Rest assured, there are plenty of magnificent hotels and places to stay and you will have all the comforts you desire in a vacation unlike any other. This quaint little town is sitting next to the biggest crater in the world, after all. The locals look forward to serving the tourists that come to town and they will do everything they can to give you the fun, relaxing, and memorable vacation you desire!

If you are looking for a fun and charming vacation that allows you to experience something unlike anything else you have ever seen, you need to book a tour to Mitzpe Ramon. Let us help you make all the arrangements and set up some fabulous activities your entire group will be talking about for years to come!

The Spice Route Boasts Amazing Experiences

The dry desert of Negev has been given new life and the spice route is now home to wineries, farms, cheese makers, artisans, and exciting archeology. One might think that the desert climate would inhibit such a wonderful array of experiences, however, in this case there is more to see and do that you could ever imagine.

The Southern Country Experience

Talk with your tour planner about adding a trip that runs from Mitzpe Ramon to Be’er Sheva. This road is a wonderful way to experience Israel archeology, traditional and modern farms, and the interesting desert drip irrigation used on the farms. You will love your relaxing day filled with learning, tasting, and exploration. Enjoy some of the best cheese and wine Israel has to offer, fresh from the vineyards and cheese makers. Delight your senses with amazing aromas, delicious dishes, and a variety of magnificent views.

Visit A True Heritage Site

Avdat is a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Negev. It was built by the Nabataeans, who are know for having built Petra. This is a great place to visit with the family. There is plenty to see and explore including a ancient wine cellars and a wine press. This site is magnificently preserved and is a true archeological treasure.

Other amazing historical sites include David Ben Gurion’s home in the desert, which includes a museum and memorial that has been dedicated to Israel’s first prime minister. You will also have the opportunity to tour the winery located on the kibbutz, which was established in 1999. There you will learn about some amazing methods of growing grapes to develop unique flavors in a variety of wines. Not far from the winery, you can make a visit to a local goat cheese farm and delight in samples of some local favorites. They also offer wonderful yogurts and beverages that the entire family will enjoy. The children will love seeing all of the animals out in back of the farm.

Take A Tour With Us

If you would like to experience something unique and relaxing, book a tour of this region with us today. You will truly enjoy all that this desert area has to offer. We would be happy to customize a tour package to include everything you would like to see and do. Contact us today!.

Tel Aviv is one of the nicest urban hubs in the Holy Land. Splendid architecture and creative culture keep guests interested and entertained day and night. If you are visiting the Holy Land to explore everything it has to offer, you cannot miss out on spending some time in Tel Aviv, as well as ancient Jaffa.

There is so much to see, do, and explore in Tel Aviv, such as:

• Check out Rothschild, Sheinken, and Dizengoff streets and mingle with the locals at the fabulous cafes and boutiques
• Shop at the fabulous Israeli designer stores for shoes, bags, clothing, jewelry, accessories, scents, and more
• Foodies and bargain shoppers need to check out Carmel Market (Shuk HaCarmel) – The biggest and best open air market in Tel Aviv – Open everyday except Saturdays – The delicious street food is worth making the stop!
• Nachlat Binyamin Arts and Crafts Fair is a great place to do some local bargain shopping, and pick up fabulous affordable souvenirs and gifts to bring home – It is just across from the Market and is open on Tuesdays and Fridays
• The Tel Aviv-Jaffa Promenade brings the magnificent beach to you! This gorgeous walk along the beach lets you enjoy the lovely views and the sensational sea breeze!
• The Tel Aviv Port has been given new life and boasts a lovely farmer’s market, fun shops, a great indoor market, and delicious restaurants
• Herta and Paul Amir Building at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art, which opened in 2011, is an amazing place to visit and explore! You will love the intricate and modern architecture and the great history to take in

Tel Aviv is one of many magnificent places to visit in Israel! You will love all the modern architecture, tantalizing food, fabulous markets, and sensational sea breezes that you will get to enjoy in the lovely Mediterranean city of Tel Aviv!

It can be difficult to choose a tour company when planning a tour to the Holy Land. There are dozens of tour companies to choose from and it is hard to know which ones offer the best and safest tours within a price range that people can afford. Although there are several wonderful tour companies in the Holy Land, Elijah Tours offers some things that we feel make us the best Holy Land Tours Company for 2012.

Elijah Tours Cares About You

Tours to the Holy Land can be a bit intimidating because of the issues that people hear about on the news. There are many options out there for Holy Land Tours. Holy Land opportunities vary in quality and in price. Elijah Tours offers the best Holy Land opportunities at the most affordable prices on the market. Besides that, we are also proud to say that each person on our team is Christian. We love being the hands and feet of Christ and having the opportunity to serve others and help build the Kingdom of God. We enjoy helping our tour clients and it makes us happy to make you happy!

We hire the best local tour guides in the region. This helps us make sure that our guests are safe and everybody is getting what they want and need during each and every tour we offer. Each of our guides is young and energetic. We know where the best places are and we also know the best times to visit each place. We have put countless hours into preparing our Holy Land package tours. Each of our Holy Land Pilgrimage tours are well thought out and we have lead these tours hundreds of times in the past several years.

Holy Land Tour Reviews

Elijah Tours is happy to offer you the best possible Holy Land tours experience at the most affordable prices in the industry. Please take a moment to take a look at our Testimonials. You will be pleased with the wonderful reviews we have received from previous tour clients. If you are interested in taking one of the best Holy Land Tours of 2012, please contact us today. We would be happy to answer your questions, schedule your travel to the Holy Land, and put the perfect tour package together for you and your group!

If there is somebody special in your life who deserves the gift of a lifetime, consider planning a Christian tour to the Holy Land. There are hundreds of magnificent things to see and do. Christian Holy Land tours are perfect for families, groups, couples, and individuals. Christian tours of the Holy Land are guaranteed to give you memories that will last a lifetime. Besides that, you and your guests are likely to grow spiritually and you will be amazed at how your relationship with Jesus Christ will grow and change.

Walk In Jesus’ Shoes

We have all heard the phrase, “Walk a mile in someone’s shoes.” It amazes most people when they experience the Holy Land and walk a mile in Jesus’ shoes. There are tons of opportunities to make this happen in the Holy Land. Christian tours are a wonderful way to see and experience the same things Jesus saw and experienced. As Christian’s, we all work hard on a regular basis to build a stronger personal relationship with Jesus Christ and with the ones we love. Taking your loved ones on a walk in Jesus’ shoes will help grow your relationships with your loved ones and with Jesus Christ.

Christian Holy Land Tours Experiences

Our Christian tours of the Holy Land offer you and your loved ones amazing experiences you will never forget. Each of our preplanned tours takes you to and through magnificent historical Christian sites. We also offer customized tours for people and groups who would like to choose specific areas and places to tour. Whether you would like to spend several days exploring Jerusalem, or you would like to travel to Sinai, the Dead Sea, or Galilee, we can provide you with the perfect tour for you! We offer multiple day tours, single day tours, and overnight tours in different regions throughout the Holy Land. Take a look at our prepackaged tours, as well as our Holy Land Sites to determine your ideal Christian tour to the Holy Land. After you have taken a look at everything Elijah Tours has to offer, contact us and let us know how we can help you plan the perfect Christian Holy Land tour for you and your loved ones!

If you are of the Catholic denomination and you are considering taking a trip to the Holy Land, you might want to consider taking one of our Catholic Holy Land Tours. All of the Christian tours offered in the Holy Land are magnificent. However, a denominational tour will really help solidify the beliefs that are emphasized by your specific denomination. If you are interested in gaining a broader view of Christianity, you may want to consider an Interfaith Holy Land Tour.

If you are specifically interested in a Catholic Holy Land Tour, there are specific things you will want to see and do. People of the Catholic denomination will enjoy spending time in Jerusalem, Galilee, Bethlehem, and Nazareth. There are several stops that Catholic Holy Land Tours include. You will enjoy attending mass at local Catholic churches throughout our tour. You will also grow spiritually while walking the paths that Jesus walked. You will experience the Sea of Galilee, the Temple Mount, the Mount of Olives, the Basilica of Agony, and the Church of the Holy Sepulcher.

This is just a small peek of what you will experience during a Catholic Holy Land Tour. Elijah Tours offers an 8-day Catholic Pilgrimage and a 10-day Catholic Pilgrimage. We would also be happy to assist you in planning a customized Catholic Holy Land Tour that meets your specific needs. Please contact us today for more information about our upcoming Catholic Holy Land Tours or to discuss a customized Catholic tour.

Nature and Heritage Preservation Week is upon us and there are wonderful activities and adventures in the nature centers throughout Israel. Upper Galilee is a magnificent place to visit this time of year. The nature parks are magnificent throughout the year in Israel. However, now is a truly amazing and glorious time to visit because the lakes are sparkling and full of fresh water and the rivers are flowing beautifully. All of the plants and flowers are in bloom and you will enjoy glorious sites and smells no matter which way you turn.

Nature and Heritage Preservation Week

This week is Nature and Heritage Preservation Week and there are many awesome activities happening in the park reserves. It is a great time to spend some time enjoying the natural beauty God bestowed upon us. Adventurer’s of all ages will be thrilled with the sites and sounds of the Holy Land.

Many of the parks are free to the public during different times this week. The theme of Preservation Week is endangered plants this year. Much has been done over the past 30 years to preserve the natural beauty of this region, including Negev and Galilee. To get more information about the wonderful activities offered this week dial *3639 or visit www.parks.org.il.

Check out some of the fabulous festivities and activities happening throughout the week.

Rafting In The Jordan River

Keep in mind that this is an extreme sporting adventure this time of year. It is probably not a suitable activity for children or for anybody with health issues. If you are an extreme sports enthusiast and you love the thrill of the ride, you will surely be pumped to experience Jordan River Rafting. There are times of the year and specific locations where family boating is possible and it is extremely enjoyable and relaxing.

If hitting the water is not something that you enjoy, but you would still like some heart pounding adventure, you should check out the ATV tours. You have your option of a guided tour on either a 3-wheeler or a 4-wheeler. You will zoom through the Golan slopes, hit some dirt and mud trails, and take in all the beauty this area has to offer.

Delectable Dining

After all of the adventure of the day, you are sure to enjoy a delicious meal at the Iskander. This kosher restaurant serves local Turkish delights! They offer several wonderful meal options including salads, entrees, and grilled meat choices. You will truly enjoy the flavors and aromas of the region at the fabulous Iskander restaurant!

Plenty Of Family Fun Left To Experience

If you would like to experience the calm, serene, and glorious pleasure of nature at its finest, you need to visit the Snir (Hatzbani) Stream Nature Reserve . This awesome place is home to magnificent flowing water falls, natural pools and springs, and gorgeous banks of green grass, and the frothy and foaming waters of the stream! The paths that lead through this area are handicap and stroller accessible. It is a calm and comfortable walk through this area.

In the past year they have opened up a bird watching area and bird sanctuary near the Tapline water reservoir. You will have the pleasure of observing several species of birds including ducks, cranes, and storks.

This area is also home to the newly remodeled Kibbutz Snir Suites. There are 18 fabulous rooms that offer wonderful comfort and beauty. They are located within walking distance of many babbling brooks, archeological sites, the hanging bridge, and Banyas waterfall. They also offer many fabulous amenities including kitchenettes, several beds in each room, and jet tubs  in each unit. Each room also has a porch that overlooks the awesome Hula Valley. The property also offers BBQ pits, a swimming pool, playgrounds, a kosher restaurant, and several sports areas.  If you are interested in staying at the Kibbutz Snir Suites, please contact us and we can help with your reservations.

Jeep Tours And More

If you are interested in touring this astonishing area with a guide, you will love a Jeep tour with Yosef Haglili. This local knows where to find the action, the local hot spots, and the fabulous historic sites that are not as common on the regular tours. You will enjoy fun in the sun, splashing in the mud, and zooming around the countryside!

If you are interested in shocking your system a little bit, you have to experience the ice cold waters of Horshat Tal. This is a wonderful place to take a dip and cool off from your busy and active day. The landscape is majestic and magical. You will be surrounded by huge and ancient Oak trees, as this is an Oak reserve. This is an amazing spot to stop for a picnic lunch or dinner!

Although this is a little jaunt from the rest of the fun, if you have time you need to check out Tzipori National Park. This park is home to many ruins from the ancient Talmudic and Roman eras. This National Park is located in lower Galilee, just a little bit west of Nazareth. The Mosaic floors of Tzipori are astonishing and this is truly one of those experiences you will never forget!

If you are in the Holy Land this week, you need to check out some of the fabulous National Parks and Reserves. The Holy Land offers something magnificent for everybody. Those that love nature and want to see the truly pristine beauty that God created need to check out the parks on their journey to the Holy Land. Contact us today to schedule your customized tour!