Christian Sites by the Sea of Galilee from Tel Aviv

Name: Christian Sites by the Sea of Galilee from Tel Aviv
Brand: Bein Harim Tourism Services
SKU: 2fecf865-a64f-469e-ba67-f5692d423c48

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Summary

Begin with pickup at your hotel in Tel Aviv, Herzliya, or Netanya, then travel up the coast through rural farmland on your way to Magdala, where archeologists have excavated the remains of an ancient fishing village from the time of Christ. Learn about the Second Temple-era synagogue discovered here, and why some believe that Jesus may have preached in present-day Magdala during his ministry. Continue up the Sea of Galilee to Ginosar, and visit the Beit Yigal Allon Museum to see a 1st-century fishing boat that dates back to 100BC–70AD, a time period that coincides with Jesus’ lifetime. Drive north to the Mount of Beatitudes, which the apostles Matthew and Luke describes as the site of the Sermon on the Mount. See the Catholic chapel on top of the mountain, and enjoy panoramic views down to the Sea of Galilee. Make the final stop of the day at Kfar Kanna, or Cana, the site of Jesus’ first Biblical miracle, when he turned water into wine at a wedding. Visit the Wedding Church that commemorates the Biblical event, and take in a 5th–6th century Byzantine mosaic. After visiting Cana with your guide, make the return trip to Tel Aviv, where this tour concludes with drop-off at your hotel.

Tour info

Duration

10 hours

Why take this tour?

Take a day trip to the Galilee and visit significant Biblical sites on the shores of the Sea of Galilee and in the Lower Galilee. The tour includes seeing the Bible era fishing village and Second Temple era synagogue at Magdala as well as Ginosar where the 1st century “Jesus Boat” is on display. At the Mount of Beatitudes you can see where the Sermon on the Mount took place and at Cana see the Wedding Church were Jesus performed the miracle of turning water into wine.

What’s included?

Professional guide
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Entrance fees
Entry/Admission - Magdala
Entry/Admission - Yigal Alon Museum
Entry/Admission - Mount of Beatitudes
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

Duration: 10h
Mobile tickets accepted
Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

Regular temperature checks for staff
Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
Guides required to regularly wash hands

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

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Bein Harim Tourism Services

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