Scenes from Scripture, scenes of the desert, and even scenes from the movies await on this historical and biblical tour of Israel and Jordan. As you travel from Tel Aviv, the “Mediterranean Manhattan,” to the calming waters of the Dead Sea, you’ll come alive as you float in the salt-laden lake, immerse yourself in fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and dig into out-of-this world plates of mezze—the Middle East’s version of Spanish tapas. Between the moving sites of Christianity, Judaism, and Islam, you will be inspired by a variety of breathtaking natural wonders. Feel exhilarated on a four-wheel drive through the sand dunes of Wadi Rum, visit Wadi Mujib, the “Jordanian Grand Canyon,” and channel your inner “Indy” as you navigate the narrow gorge of the Siq at the rock-cut archaeological site of Petra—made famous in Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade.
Small-Group Discovery Dates Available
Select Globus 2021 Europe tours are limited to an average of just 24 guests per tour. There’s always room to roam with extra space between you and other travelers—while still getting up close and personal to the experiences you’ve been dreaming of. Small-Group Discoveries include all the features of a traditional Globus European tour, complete with expert Tour Director, Driver, and Local Guides who ensure that your health and safety is our top priority. A Small-Group Discovery Europe vacation is the perfectly sized tour—without the crowds.
Special Features Included in this Tour: • Visits in Jerusalem include Yad Vashem and the Israel Museum, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Western Wall, the Upper Room of the Last Supper, and King David’s tomb. Plus, views of the Garden Tomb, Mount of Olives, and Garden of Gethsemane, sacred sites central to Jewish and Christian history• Walking tour in the ancient port of Jaffa, one of the world's oldest harbor cities with charming stone lanes and Mediterranean views• Visit to the Roman Theatre and the Crusader Fortress in Caesarea, showcasing impressive Roman engineering and medieval fortifications along the Mediterranean coast• [LF] Scenic cruise on Lake Tiberias, taking in tranquil views across the Sea of Galilee, where many biblical events are believed to have taken place• Visit the Church of the Annunciation in Nazareth, built over the traditional site where the Angel Gabriel is said to have announced the birth of Jesus• Visits to Acre, Haifa, Capernaum, Cana, Bet She’An, the Latrun Area, Mount of Beatitudes, and the Jordan River, discovering UNESCO World Heritage Sites, biblical landmarks, and spectacular Mediterranean and Galilee scenery• Cable-car ride and visit to the cliff-top fortress of Masada, a UNESCO World Heritage Site famed for its dramatic desert setting and heroic history• Time to float in the saltwater of the [LF] Dead Sea, one of the world's saltiest bodies of water and the lowest point on Earth• [LF] Four-wheel drive in Wadi Rum, traversing the spectacular red-sand desert landscapes known as the Valley of the Moon• Guided sightseeing in Petra, plus complimentary [LF] tea in a Bedouin tent, exploring the magnificent Rose City with its rock-carved monuments and timeless desert traditions• Visit the Crusader Castle in Kerak, one of the Middle East's largest and best-preserved Crusader fortresses• Visit Jerash, Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Bethany Beyond the Jordan, exploring remarkably preserved Roman ruins, Byzantine mosaics, Moses' legendary viewpoint, and the traditional site of Jesus' baptism