Tour Program

Israel on Two Wheels
June 3-14, 2017
You are invited to join a group of cycling enthusiasts for a eleven day, ten night tour of the
magical land of Israel. Israel is a crossroads of diverse cultures, peoples, and cuisine.
You will see sights spanning over 3000 years of epic history. In a country no bigger than
the state of New Jersey, Israel is packed with history. It is is sacred to many ancient religions; Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and others.
Our tour will take us to sites of historical and religious significance and will provide us a
closer acquaintance with the variety of cultures that make up the human landscape of Israel (Jews, Christians, Muslims, Druze, Bedouins, and more).
The tour will begin along the beautiful Mediterranean coastline. You will then cycle
through rural areas, ancient villages and walled cities. We will see abundant relics of ancient civilizations, but also enjoy local cuisine and fine local wine.
We will bike through the lush Golan Heights and encircle the Sea of Galilee with all the
famous biblical history and end in Jerusalem where we spend five days for sightseeing
including a bike and walking tour of the city.
The tour will include five nights in Kibbutz style hotels with breakfast and dinner served.
We will be accompanied by a knowledgeable guide and a support van. There is some
climbing involved, but a ten passengers van will be pleased to give a “boost’ when necessary. Snacks and drinks will be provided along the way as well as luggage transfer.
Tentative Daily Routes
Day 1: Arrive in Tel Aviv
On arrival you will be met at the airport and with your guide will transfer
to Gesher Haziv (2-3 hour drive). After checking in to your hotel you will
have time to explore the kibbutz and have a briefing and bike fitting followed by an opening meal to mark the beginning of your tour.
Overnight: Gesher Haziv Kibbutz hotel
Day 2: Western Galilee LoopBiking right out of the hotel our first stop will be Rosh HaNikra on Israel's
northern border with Lebanon. From here you will ride through the striking
Western Galil, stopping on route for a snack break with an incredible vista over
Montfort Crusader Castle. The ride will continue taking you through local
Druze and Christian villages. Returning to the coastal zone you will ride
through the northern beach town of Naharia before heading south to the city of
Akko, where you will tour on foot after lunch on your own. The afternoon will
be fascinating walking tour of Akko including a visit to the underground
Knights' Halls. Transfer back to hotel or ride, followed by tunes ups, free time,
dinner, and briefing.
Castle, Montfort Castle,
Overnight: Gesher Haziv Kibbutz hotel
Day 3: Upper Galilee
This morning we can either bike out of the hotel or get a boost to KM 19. We
will follow the forested road along Israel's northern border to Baram where we
will see the ancient synagogue there and enjoy a snack break. As our ride continues traversing the Upper Galil we will have an optional stop at a local winery to
sample the produce before continuing for a late lunch and on to Kibbutz Gonen
where we will be spending the night.
Overnight- Gonen Kibbutz hotel
Day 4: Hula Valley Loop
Today we will do a full loop through the Hula Valley beginning with a ride to
the northernmost point of Israel, Metula. We will ride through the beautiful region catching glimpses of the Jordan River and its tributaries with the Golan
Heights towering over us to one side and the Mountains of Naftali to the other.
There will be an optional visit to the Hula Lake Park, a rare sanctuary for birds
on their migration route as well as a myriad of other wildlife. We will return to
the hotel for dinner and briefing.
Overernight- Gonen Kibbutz hotel
Day 5: The Sea of Galilee
We start the day with a climb up to Golan Heights (optional boost to KM 20).
Once a top the plateau we will ride through the quiet roads to Israel's eastern
border with Syria. We will have a break at a lookout point over the UN patrolled
DMZ looking in to the abandoned Syrian town of Old Qunetra. We will continue to the Capital of the Golan, Katzrin where we will have the opportunity for
independent lunch and a wine tasting. This afternoon we start our breathtaking
descent to the Sea of Galilee, the lowest fresh water lake on earth, and enjoy
dinner and overnight on its shores.
Overnight: Kibutz Degania Bet
Day 6: Sea of Gallilee
Setting out around the shore, today we will visit
some of the most important spots around the Sea
of Galilee. We will ride through the town of Tiberius
and climb the Mount of Beatitudes where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount. Time permitting
there will have an option to stop and have a guided
tour at Capernaum, the home of Peter and where
much of Jesus' ministry took place. Lunch on your
own and then some time to dip in the Sea of Galilee
before transferring to Jerusalem.
Days 7-11: Jerusalem
On your own for sightseeing, city
bike tour
Accomodation: Holy Land Hotel
Price: $1650 per person (double Occupancy) $450. single supplement
Included in price
10 Nights lodging with breakfast, 5 dinners
Baggage transfer
Hybrid bicycle (road bike option)
Van support
Not Included:
Airfare
Travel Insurance
Additional meals
Museum entrance fees
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