From Jerusalem: Day Trip to Golan Heights and Mount Bental
ID: GYG410807-745209
Category:
Country: Israel
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
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.
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.
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
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Modest dress is required for the holy places
• This tour requires a minimum of 3 participants
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You are required to bring and wear a mask
You will be picked up from your hotel. If you need to be picked up from elsewhere (like an Airbnb), the local operator will send you details of the closest pick-up point.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
