12 nights / 13 days Dubai and Israel

DAY 1, Tuesday - Arrive in Dubai
welcome to Dubai, the land of the wealth and skyscrapers. Balance of the day is at leisure to rest, relax or walk in the city of Dubai.
Overnight: Dubai

DAY 2, Wednesday - Old Dubai Tour
After breakfast start a fabulous day discovering Dubai, one of the world's most futuristic cities with its dramatic skyline, once a tranquil port of Bedouin traders and pearl divers. Begin with a visit to the Dubai Museum in the Al Fahidi Fort, which has survived for two centuries. Continue the tour through the cloth markets and end up at the Abras, where local water taxis will take you across the Creek to the area of spice and gold souks. Walk through the bustling alleys of these souks and allow the mystical aromas of numerous spices tantalize your senses. The jewelry on sale varies from the traditional to the latest designs at amazingly affordable prices. Afterward, to the Bastakiya area where old wind-towered houses of wealthy merchants can still be seen. While in the area, you're invited to the important Sheikh Mohammed Centre in the heart of the old Bastakiya area for a specially arranged local Emirati lunch and meeting. Enjoy an open discussion and learn more about Emirati culture and local traditions. Return to the hotel for free afternoon.
Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 3, Thursday - Abu Dhabi Tour
After breakfast, visit the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Abu Dhabi, also known as the Arabian Jewel. Begin at the magnificent Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, an iconic symbol of Abu Dhabi. Drive through al Bateen area, also known as the Royal and Presidential District. Stop at the Zayed House for a fascinating sneak peek into the life of the late Sheikh Zayed, 'Father of the Nation'. Continue to the Emirates Palace and the Etihad Towers for a photo stop. Drive along the city's glamorous Corniche, with blue waters glittering on one side and shimmering skyscrapers lining the other. At the Breakwater, pause to take photos of the city's fabulous skyline. After lunch, admire cultural art at the Arab World's first universal museum, the Louvre Abu Dhabi. Head back to Dubai via Yas Island, the home of the F1 Circuit and Ferrari World Theme Park
Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

DAY 4, Friday - New Dubai Tour
After breakfast, Begin with a photo stop at Dubai's signature landmark, Burj Al Arab, the celebrated sail-shaped hotel facing the Persian Gulf. Continue to the Jumeirah Palm, a man-made island, which was built in the shape of a palm tree, known for its posh residential buildings, villas, and luxury resorts. Upon entering the island, board the Palm Monorail which will take you to the far end of the palm. Marvel at the stunning views of the island as you ride high above the ground. Continue on Sheikh Zayed road to visit the world’s tallest tower, Burj Khalifa. return back to the hotel.
Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 5, Saturday - Full Day in Dubai
Morning and afternoon at leisure for further exploration the city of Dubai. Or, participate in the optional tour to Sharjah in the morning, a cultural center of the Emirates, known for its major museums, distinctive landmarks, and elegant mosques. As you begin your tour, you will have the opportunity for a photo stop of the cultural square. Then, visit the Islamic Museum, housing over 5,000 artifacts from all over the Islamic World and the Heritage Museum depicting Sharjah's rich and diverse heritage. The remainder of the day is at leisure to explore the city or join the thrilling optional Desert Safari this afternoon. Board a 4X4 vehicle in Dubai and head out towards the highest sand dunes of the surreal surrounding desert. Feel the thrill of "dune bashing" as you spiral up and down the enormous golden dunes. Upon your arrival to the Bedouin campsite, you'll be welcomed with traditional Arabic coffee and will have the option to ride a camel. Then, savor a barbecue dinner, specially prepared. Later, enjoy a Tanoura dance show, then watch as a captivating belly dancer enchants you with her swirling dances before returning to Dubai Optional: Half Day Sharjah Tour (AM) Optional: Half Day Desert Safari with dinner (PM)
Overnight: Dubai
Meals: Breakfast

DAY 6, Sunday - Depart the United Arab Emirates
Transfer to the airport for your departure flight to Israel, Welcome to Israel, Upon arrival in Tel Aviv, you will be Transferred to your hotel in Tiberius.

Overnight: Tiberius 
Meals: Dinner , Breakfast

Day 7 Monday: Mt. Tabor – Nazareth – Tiberius.
After breakfast, start the day with a drive and visit to the site of Transfiguration, Mount Tabor (Matthew 17:1-50). At this site, you will have some time to reflect on Christ’s Humanity and Divinity. Continue to Nazareth, the home of Mary and Joseph, and visit the Basilica of the Annunciation where the angel Gabriel announced to the Virgin Mary that she will bear the Son of God. We visit the Byzantine Church of St. Joseph, to which tradition identifies as the workshop and home of the Holy Family. Proceed to Cana of Galilee where Jesus performed his first miracle by turning water to wine. Back to the hotel in Tiberius.

Overnight: Tiberius 
Meals: Dinner , Breakfast

Day 8 Tuesday: Sea of Galilee – Mount of Beatitudes – Capernaum – Boat Ride
Following breakfast, check out. Depart to visit Mount of Beatitudes, where Jesus proclaimed His great Sermon on the Mount. Near the mount is Tabgha, one of Jesus’ miracle sites. At Tabgha, Jesus fed the crowd of 5,000 people from five loaves of bread, and two fish. Also, in Tabgha is St. Peter’s Primacy where Jesus bestowed church leadership upon Peter. Have a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee in a wooden boat. Drive to Jerusalem.

Overnight: Jerusalem  
Meals: Dinner , Breakfast

Day 9 Wednesday: Bethlehem – Nativity Church – Milk Grotto – Shepherd Fields
After breakfast, we visit the Church of the Nativity, marking the birthplace of Christ (Matt. 1: 18-25). As you enter the church, you will proceed down to the Grotto of the Nativity, which marks the spot of Our Savior’s birth. Visit Saint Catherine’s Church where the midnight Mass beams from Bethlehem to television viewers worldwide on Christmas Eve. Descend to visit Saint Jerome’s Cave where the bible was translated. Continue to Milk Grotto where the Holy Family took refuge during the Slaughter of the Innocents before their flight into Egypt. Tradition has it that while Mary was nursing Jesus here, a drop of milk fell to the ground, turning it white. We drive to visit the Shepherd Fields that were identified since ancient times with the shepherds who saw the Star of Nativity (Luke 2:8). In the caves of these fields, you are still able to see the soot marks of fires that shepherds lit to keep warm. return back to the hotel.

Overnight: Jerusalem  
Meals: Dinner , Breakfast

Day 10 Thursday : Jerusalem – Mount of Olives – Old City
In this morning, you will have breakfast and then depart for a day in Jerusalem. We head to the Mount of Olives and visit Pater Noster Church where Jesus taught His disciples the Lord’s Prayer. Continue to an observation point that overlooks the Old City of Jerusalem. You will have the opportunity to stop at Dominus Flevit, which is a church that commemorates where Jesus wept for Jerusalem. We walk the Palm Sunday route and descend to the Garden of Gethsemane. It’s a garden at the foot of the Mount of Olives that still contains trees with roots that date back to the time of Jesus. Beside the Garden is your next stop, the Church of All Nations, built over the “Rock of Agony”. This is where Jesus prayed alone on the night of His arrest. Throughout this time, you are invited to remain in prayer and to reflect on Christ’s agony that he experienced. Go to Saint Ann’s Church and visit Pools of Bethesda where Jesus healed the crippled man. Start walking the Via Dolorosa. We will reflect upon the Stations of the Cross as you travel through the markets of the Old City to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. This Sacred destination is the site of Calvary (Jesus’ crucifixion place) and, His tomb. return to the hotel.

Overnight: Jerusalem  
Meals: Dinner , Breakfast

Day 11 Friday: Jerusalem – Mount Zion – Ein Karem
Following breakfast at our hotel, we drive to Jerusalem and go to Mount Zion. Visit Church of the Dormition. Tradition tells us that this Church is where Mary, the Mother of Jesus, “Fell Asleep”. Visit Cenacle, also known as the “Upper Room”, where Jesus and His disciples celebrated the Last Supper. Continue to visit Saint Peter Gallicantu. This Church commemorates where Jesus was examined and eventually imprisoned before the Council in Jerusalem. It also commemorates Peter’s Denial of Christ. Drive to the Biblical village of Ein Karem, birth place of John the Baptist. Visit Church of the Visitation that honors the visit paid by Virgin Mary to Elizabeth. return to the hotel.

Overnight: Jerusalem  
Meals: Dinner , Breakfast

Day 12 Saturday: Jericho – Mount of Temptation – Baptismal Site – Dead Sea
This day will begin with breakfast at the hotel and drive to Jericho, the oldest city in the world that was conquered by Joshua. We visit the Sycamore Tree that recalls the incident in which the tax collector Zacchaeus, too short to see over the crowd, climbed a sycamore’s branches in order to see Jesus. and then ascend using the cable car to visit Mount of Temptations that is said to be the hill in the Judaean Desert where Jesus was tempted by the devil. we will continue to Jesus’ baptismal site on the River Jordan. We continue to visit Qumran that is made up of 2,000-year-old ruins from the days of the Second Temple, and also the site where the Dead Sea Scrolls were written. and discovered. We go to have a float in the Dead Sea, the lowest and saltiest spot on Earth. return to the hotel.

Overnight: Jerusalem  
Meals: Dinner , Breakfast

Day 13 Sunday: Departure (breakfast)
After breakfast at the hotel, transfer from your hotel to the airport for your flight back home.
Meals: Breakfast

Tour package includes:

  • 5 nights hotel in Dubai based on bed and breakfast
  • 2 nights hotel in Tiberius based on half board
  • 5 nights hotel in Jerusalem based on half board
  • Hotel taxes, fees & service charges including Dubai tourism fee
  • Hotel porterage
  • All transfers as per itinerary.
  • Meals as per itinerary.
  • Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air-conditioned motor coach
  • Services of English-speaking tour guide
  • Entrance fees per itinerary
  • all hotels tax

Tour package exclude:

  • International air
  • Tips
  • Any personal needs
  • Visa if applicable

Tour package Hotels used:

  • Ramada down town Dubai or similar
  • Ron beach hotel Tiberius or similar
  • Leonardo Jerusalem or similar