Secrets of the Galilee and Nazareth Tour - 1 day private tour
Our secrets of the Galilee and Nazareth Tour will provide an insider’s view of the green Galilee region, home to ancient traditions, where every hilltop boasts another innovative idea. We’ll start on the beaten track with a tour of the city of Nazareth, the ‘capital of the Galilee’ including the iconic Church of the Annunciation, before delving into the city’s mosaic of rich culinary and craft traditions. Famous for its bakeries and sweets shops, we’ll get a taste of its treasures. The tour includes a visit to an Arab crafts collective featuring a collection of embroideries and traditional objects with an explanation by an expert. Not far away is the ancient city of Sepphoris with its remarkable variety of exquisite Roman and Byzantine mosaics; and inspired by nature, we’ll concoct our own cosmetic creams from organic Galilee grown herbs at the home of an internationally renowned cosmetics company born in the Galilee. Visit a Moshav, the unique community of Nahalal, to learn about anther form of agricultural community in Israel, distinctly different from the famous Kibbutz
Our Secrets of the Galilee and Nazareth Tour goes far off the beaten track, and is a wonderful experience. The tour is unique, and available every day, although best taken on Wednesdays, fully guided by our experienced and licensed guides, and available with or without transportation, as per your needs.
Secrets of the Galilee and Nazareth Tour Highlights
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- Travel through the Lower Galilee gaining insights into the land, people, history and religious traditions.
- Visit Nazareth’s famous landmark – the iconic Basilica of the Annunciation
- Gain an insight into Arabic culture in Israel. Arabs comprise 25% of Israel’s population, with their rich history and cultures.
- Walk through the colorful markets of Nazareth’s Old City.
- Learn about traditional crafts from an expert
- Lunch in Nazareth – choose from any of its many renowned restaurants or eateries
- Visit sweet shops featuring traditional and unique Nazareth creations – tasting along the way.
- Tour the ancient city of Sepphoris – once known as the jewel of the Galilee – and wonder at its array of ancient mosaics
- A short workshop at a natural cosmetics company – take home your own creation.
Visit Moshav Nahalal, learn about the difference between Kibbutz and Moshav, and see Israel’s most famous communal agricultural settlement with its unique circular layout
Tour Itinerary
- Start with transportation from where you require (this is possible as a one day trip from Haifa, Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, or Tiberias) or meet our guide in the region should you have your own car.
- 09:00 – Tour the ancient city of Sepphoris
- 11:00 – Explore Nazareth’s Basilica of Annunciation and bustling markets.
- 13:00 – Eat lunch in one of Nazareth’s countless restaurants
- 14:00 – Visit local traders including a traditional crafts collective and natural cosmetics company
- 16:00 – Visit Moshav Nahalal
- 17:00 – Return to departure point
NB – this is a private tour meaning all times are approximate and customizable.
Important Information
- Tour price includes guiding
- Transportation for the day is available, price will depend on number of people and start location.
- Entrance fees are not included and are approximately. Lunch is not included
