Israel Essential Culinary Tour – 5 Days
From Tel Aviv
HIGHLIGHTS
- 5 Day Culinary Travel Pass
- Authentic street food tastings at two local markets
- Guided Tour in the Old City of Jerusalem
- Exploring the ancient sight Masada
- Hiking in the Ein Gedi Oasis
- Swimming in the at the Dead Sea
- Self-guided, stress free and sustainable traveling like a local
DESCRIPTION
This 5 Day Tour takes you to the most important sights of Israel and covers all the must sees and dos for your trip to the Holy Land. Explore the many sides of the country and dive into its diverse culinary offers.
Add optional organized tours to your package, relax or venture out on your own. You decide how packed your schedule is. Guide yourself through the trip but always relay on our permanent travel support.
What’s included
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Travel Pass
Don’t worry about any extra organizational effort. Get your Travel pass at the airport and get ready for a stress-free trip. We got you!
- Simcard: Unlimited Talk & Text within Israel, landline calls to 40 counties, 100 GB Data
- Fully charged Transportation Rav Kav Card for 5 days
- Reusable Bag
- Tasting Cards at two markts
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Train
All public transportation as described in the itinerary.
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Tour
- 4 hour guided Group Tour in the Old City of Jerusalem
- Self-guided Sunrise Tour to Masada and the Dead Sea
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Travel Assistant
We don´t leave you hanging! Chat with us during your travels.
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JerusalemRail Digital Guide
Guide yourself through Jerusalem with our POP- Guide App and get inspired by more than 100 points of interests. Learn more about historic sights and check out some of our favorite cafés and restaurants.
Itinerary
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Welcome to Israel. Your travel pass is waiting for you at the Simcard Store 019. Get ready for your journey.
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Get on your first train ride to Jerusalem. In only 20 minutes you will be in the Holy City.
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Check in at your accommodation
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Discover Jerusalem with our App! Guide yourself through the holy city! Unlimited tram rides, inside tips, self-guided tours and audio-guides included.
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Getting Hungry? Why not having a look at some of our favorite restaurants listed in the App. Bon Appetit!
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Enjoy your first Israeli Breakfast.
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Find your way to the Jaffa Gate. From there the Jerusalem Old City guided Group Tour starts. The 4 hour tour has a break and you will stop at a local food place for lunch.
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Curious to see more? Guide yourself with the app and learn more about the history of Jerusalem. You can also find a bunch of recommendations for charming cafés to hang out.
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Dinner time! Enjoy your first food tasting of authentic Israeli food. The vibe at the famous Yehuda Market is unique and you can expect a visual and flavoursome feast!
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Enjoy your night in Jerusalem.
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Enjoy the sunrise at the ancient sight of Masada. What a view over the National Park!
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Hike in the national park Ein Gedi and explore the desert
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Relax and float in the salty water of the Dead Sea after hiking at the Ein Gedi Desert.
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Next stop: Tel Aviv. Take the train to get there whenever you are ready to feel ready for the next part of your journey.
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After settling in at your accommodation, how about taking a stroll through the city and explore the neighborhood?
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Breakfast at your hotel.
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Lunch time! Go to the Carmel market and enjoy your second tasting and sample some of the most typical food and drink on offer. Visitors and locals are drawn to this walkway that displays the freshest produce Israel has to offer alongside appetising food stalls and souvenirs stands.
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Spend the afternoon according to your own taste: Relax at a cafe in Florentin, discover the old city of Jaffa and go to some of the art galleries there, or simply hang out on the beach.
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Why don´t you go the famous Dizengoff Quarter and check out one of the many hip and great restaurants?
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Enjoy your last authentic Israeli Breakfast.
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Still need a souvenir to bring home? Why don’t you check out some of the other charming markets? Wandering through Jaffa flea market (Shuk HaPishPushim) will for sure be a memorable experience.
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It’s slowly coming to an end. But before taking the train to the airport you should visit one of best food places located close to the stations.
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Time to say “Lehitraot” to Israel! See you soon!
ADDITIONAL INFO
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