Pre & Post Meeting Optional Tours
Participants and accompanying persons may enjoy the following optional regular day tours and visit the most interesting sites in Israel. All tours are accompanied by a licensed English-speaking guide. Reservation for tours should be made on the On-line Registration & Accommodation Form (see Registration or Accommodation pages).
For additional information on sightseeing tours, please contact the Meering Secretariat and travel agent: Diesenhaus-Unitours – Convention department meetings@diesenhaus.com
Tour 1: Jerusalem Tour
Pre-Meeting date: Saturday, July 15, 2023
Post-Meeting dates: Saturday, July 22, 2023 and Sunday, July 23, 2023
Drive to Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city. Stop at Mount Zion to visit King David’s Tomb, Room of Last Supper and the Dormition Abbey; Enter the Old City and walk through the Armenian and Jewish quarters to the recently excavated and restored Cardo, the Roman road. See the Jewish Wailing Wall, the Kotel, and continue to the Christian quarter. Walk along the Via Dolorosa and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Proceed to the New City and visit Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust (Self-guided).
On Saturdays and Jewish holidays, instead of Yad Vashem, drive to Ein Karem, southwest of Jerusalem, traditionally known as birthplace of John the Baptist; Stroll in the narrow lanes of the picturesque neighborhood, stopping by Mary’s spring and continue to visit the remarkable Church of Saint John the Baptist. Return to your point of departure.
NOTE: Modest dress (no shorts or sleeveless shirts) and head covering are required for visiting holy sites.
Departure: as of 07:20 from your hotel lobby in Tel Aviv
Drop off at end of tour: your hotel in Tel Aviv at approx. 17:00
Rate: US$ 99 per person
Tour 2: Masada and the Dead-Sea
Pre-Meeting date: Saturday, July 15, 2023
Post-Meeting dates: Saturday, July 22, 2023, and Sunday, July 23, 2023
Depart Tel Aviv via the Judean hills to the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth; Visit a Dead Sea cosmetic products shop. Drive along the shores of the Dead Sea to Masada and learn about the heroic story of the Jewish fighters. Ascend by cable car and tour the mountain fortress built by King Herod, where the Zealots of the first century made their last stand against the Romans. Visit the remains of the walls, palace, synagogue, water cisterns, mosaic floors, roman baths and other findings. Descend by cable car. Continue to the Dead Sea; Enjoy the unique opportunity to float in the Dead Sea and cover yourself with the mineral rich mud that many believe has its therapeutic effects. Return to your point of departure.
Note: comfortable walking shoes, head covering, sunscreen, bathing suit and towel are recommended.
Departure: as of 07:20 from your hotel lobby in Tel Aviv
Drop off at end of tour: your hotel in Tel Aviv at approx. 17:00
Rate: US$ 125 per person
Tour 3: Biblical Highlights of the Galilee
Pre-Meeting date: Saturday, July 15, 2023
Post-Meeting dates: Saturday, July 22, 2023
Drive to Nazareth, the town where Jesus spent his childhood. Visit the Church of the Annunciation and the Church of St. Joseph. Continue via Cana to Tiberias, the lovely resort town. Drive along the Sea of Galilee to visit Capernaum and view the ruins of the ancient synagogue where Jesus taught. Visit Tabgha, the site of the Miracle of Fish and Loaves. Continue to Yardenit Baptismal Site, where the Jordan River leaves the Sea of Galilee towards the Dead Sea.
Departure: as of 07:20 from your hotel lobby in Tel Aviv
Drop off at end of tour: At your hotel in Tel Aviv at approx. 17:00
Rate: US$ 99 per person
Tour 4: Pearls of the Western Galilee
Pre-Meeting date: Saturday, July 15, 2023
Drive along the coastal road to Caesarea, the ancient Roman capital and port; enjoy a walking tour of the theatre and the archaeological ruins and excavations. Continue to Haifa for a scenic view of the city, the Port and the magnificent Baha’i Gardens and Shrine.
Proceed to Rosh Hanikra; descend by cable car into the underwater grottoes and admire the spectacular natural formation.
Onto Acre, the Old City recognized by UNESCO as world heritage site; Walk through the market, the mosque, and the old port; Visit the remarkable underground Crusader City and crypt and learn about their fascinating history and culture.
Return to point of departure.
Departure: as of 07:20 from your hotel lobby in Tel Aviv
Drop off at end of tour: At your hotel in Tel Aviv at approx. 17:00
Rate: US$ 115 per person
Tours Cancellation Policy
Notification of cancellation should be made in writing only and sent to the meeting Secretariat: Diesenhaus-Unitours – Conventions Department meetings@diesenhaus.com
For cancellations received by July10, 2023 – full refund will be made.
Thereafter – no refund.
