Western Galilee Tour

Explore Israel’s Northern Coastline on our one day Western Galilee Tour. Israel’s Mediterranean Coast has been ruled by tens of empires throughout history who have created a fascinating mosaic of historic sites. The sites you’ll explore on this tour include Caesarea, once an important and strategic port of the Roman Empire constructed by King Herod, which today houses an impressive array of archaeological sites, Haifa, Israel’s third city, and home to the ‘hanging’ Bahai Gardens, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Akko, one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world, and Rosh Hanikra, with its beautiful cliffs and grottoes. There is no more comprehensive and fun way of discovering these sites than with our guaranteed departure group day tour, led by an experienced and fully licensed tour guide and departing four times every week from Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and nearby cities.
Highlights – Western Galilee Tour
- Enjoy a guided tour of beautiful Caesarea including the port, the Archaeological Park, and the amphitheater.
- Explore Haifa and while in the city, you will enjoy a view of the beautiful Bahai Gardens.
- Travel further north, to ancient Akko – a UNESCO recognized World Heritage Site with the ancient walled city and a colorful market.
- Visit the caves of Rosh Hanikra, on Israel’s far-northern border.
Itinerary – Western Galilee Tour
- 06:00 – Pickup from Jerusalem Hotels
- 07:00 – Pickup from Tel Aviv Hotels
- 08:30 – Tour Caesarea.
- 10:30 – Visit Haifa and see the Bahai Gardens
- 11:30 – Explore Crusader Akko
- 14:30 – Rosh Hanikra
- 18:00 – dropoff at Tel Aviv hotels
- 19:00 – dropoff at Jerusalem hotels
NB – All times for Western Galilee Tour are approximate
Cancelation policy: You may cancel via email up to 24 hours in advance of the tour start time for a 95% refund. Cancelations made within 24 hours of the departure time are allowed but refunds will not be given.
- Pickup in one city and dropoff in another is possible. Please indicate when booking
- Pickup is available from all major hotels. To see a map of pickup points, click 'Book Now' and enter your date and city
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First stop on the day is Caesarea. Caesarea, built by King Herod, during the rule of Roman Empire, was one of the Eastern Mediterranean's most important strategic points. Delve into the depths of history with a state of the art presentation explaining the city's colourful past. Explore lost treasures in the underwater antiquities park, go back in time with a walk inside the hippodrome and scale the impressive amphitheatre, once a 15,000 seat open air auditorium which today remains largely intact and is still used for concerts and events.
From here, we'll head north to the beautiful city of Haifa. Located on the slopes of Mount Carmel, Israel's third largest city is home to both Jews and Arabs, and is a melting pot of cultures and ideas. You'll have the chance to appreciate the beauty of Haifa with a visit to the Bahai' gardens - a world heritage site home to the Bahai faith.
Third stop on the tour is the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Akko, one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world (dating back to about 1,500 BCE). Built by the Crusaders, it's walled city lies intact and is UNESCO recognized. You will take a walk along both the land and sea walls and explore the bustling market regarded to be a myriad of coexistence due to its mixed Arab and Jewish populations.
Finally a visit to the caves of Rosh Hanikra completes the day. It's beautiful cliffs and grottoes have been formed over thousands of years by the power of the sea hitting the soft chalk. Travel down into the caves in a cable car and experience the amazing light and sounds of these natural wonders.
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