Israel Package Tours
Nazareth and Caesarea 2 Day Tour
- 2 days
- Pickup: Tel Aviv, Jerusalem
- 4.4/5 company rating on TourRadar
- Duration2 days
- Starts07:15 AM, hotel pickup
- GuideEnglish
- Group sizeUp to 45 travelers
- CancellationNon-refundable: this tour includes a pre-paid hotel night.
Overview
From Roman harbor ruins to the shores of the Sea of Galilee, this Nazareth and Caesarea 2 day tour shows you the north of Israel in two full, guided days. Day 1 follows the Mediterranean coast to Caesarea, Haifa, the sea grottoes of Rosh Hanikra and the Crusader city of Acre. Day 2 turns inland to Nazareth, Capernaum and the Jordan River, where you can be baptized if you wish.
On day 1 you drive up the coast past Herzliya and Netanya to Caesarea, Herod's showpiece port with its Roman theater and hippodrome. Next comes a stop in Haifa to see the Baha'i Shrine and its 19 garden terraces, then a cable car ride down into the white chalk grottoes at Rosh Hanikra, near the Lebanese border. You end the day inside the walls of Acre. Day 2 crosses the Jezreel Valley to Mount Precipice and the Basilica of the Annunciation in Nazareth, then continues to Capernaum, Tabgha, the Sea of Galilee and the baptismal site of Yardenit.
This trip suits Christian pilgrims, history fans and travelers who want to see the north without renting a car. The coast and the Galilee are far apart, and trying to fit Caesarea, Acre, Rosh Hanikra and Nazareth into a single day would mean seeing most of it through a window. The Nazareth and Caesarea 2 day tour gives the coast and the Galilee a full day each, with a hotel night in between. You get time to walk the Roman ruins, explore the Crusader halls and sit by the lake where so much of the Gospel story took place.
Hotel pickup is at about 07:15 in Tel Aviv or about 06:00 in Jerusalem, and you are dropped back at your hotel on the evening of day 2. You spend 1 night in a tourist class hotel with breakfast, named on your voucher. Rooms sleep up to 2 adults, so choose a double or a single room, and you will see the per-person price for your date, room type and pickup city as you book. The package is non-refundable because the hotel night is pre-paid. Want to compare? See the Caesarea Haifa Acre tour, the Nazareth and Sea of Galilee day tour and the Christian Galilee tour. Then pick your date and book the Nazareth and Caesarea 2 day tour.
Highlights
- Roman theater and harbor ruins at Caesarea
- View of the Baha'i Shrine and terraced gardens in Haifa
- Cable car down to the Rosh Hanikra sea grottoes
- Crusader walls, halls and markets of Old Acre
- Basilica of the Annunciation and St. Joseph's Church in Nazareth
- Capernaum and the Church of the Multiplication at Tabgha
- Drive along the Sea of Galilee past Tiberias
- Optional baptism in the Jordan River at Yardenit
- Hotel pickup, 1 night hotel and breakfast included
Itinerary & route
Numbers match the itinerary below. Solid lines are walking legs, dashed lines are drives. Map is for orientation only.
- Day 1Caesarea, Haifa, Rosh Hanikra and Acre
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07:15 AMHotel pickup in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem
Your guide picks you up at your hotel in Tel Aviv at about 07:15. Jerusalem guests start earlier, at about 06:00, because the drive north is longer. Pickups can begin 30 to 60 minutes before the stated time, and the exact time is confirmed the day before. Bring your overnight bag, as you sleep at the tour hotel tonight.
- 2
MorningRoman Caesarea
Drive up the Mediterranean coast past Herzliya and Netanya to Caesarea, the port city Herod built and named for the Roman emperor. Walk through gates, walls and rooms that sea sand protected for centuries. See the Roman theater that still hosts concerts, part of the hippodrome, and the temple platform that once looked over a busy trading harbor.
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Late morningBaha'i Gardens in Haifa
Continue north to Haifa for a view of the golden-domed Baha'i Shrine and its gardens on the slope of Mount Carmel. The Baha'i holy places are a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Nineteen terraces of flowers and clipped hedges step down the hill toward the city and the bay.
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MiddayRosh Hanikra sea grottoes
At the far northern end of Israel's coast, a cable car takes you down the white cliff to the Rosh Hanikra grottoes. Walk through tunnels and caves that the waves have carved into the soft limestone. On a sunny day the water inside glows a deep turquoise.
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AfternoonCrusader Acre
Head back south to the old walled city of Acre, the best preserved Crusader city in the country. People still live and trade in its ancient buildings and markets. See the massive sea walls and moat that even Napoleon could not break, the Crusader remains, the Ottoman-era prison and the gallows used under the British Mandate.
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EveningOvernight at your tourist class hotel
Your room for the night is in a tourist class hotel, shown on your booking voucher. The evening is free, and dinner is on your own. Breakfast is served in the morning before you head to the Galilee.
- Day 2Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee
- 6
MorningJezreel Valley and Mount Precipice
After breakfast the route turns inland across the Jezreel Valley, the biblical Armageddon, with a view of ancient Megiddo. Climb to Mount Precipice, where Luke says an angry crowd tried to throw Jesus off the cliff. From the top you look out over the valley and toward Mount Tabor.
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Late morningBasilica of the Annunciation, Nazareth
In Nazareth, visit the Basilica of the Annunciation, built where tradition says the angel Gabriel told Mary she would have a son. Next door is the Church of St. Joseph, on the site linked to Joseph's carpentry workshop. Leaving town, you pass Cana, where Jesus turned water into wine.
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MiddayCapernaum and Tabgha
Drive to the north shore of the Sea of Galilee, below the Mount of Beatitudes. At Capernaum you see the remains of the town where Jesus lived and taught, including the house of Peter. Nearby at Tabgha is the Church of the Multiplication, where the miracle of the loaves and fishes is remembered.
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AfternoonSea of Galilee and Yardenit
Follow the lake shore past Tiberias, with the Golan Heights rising across the water. At Yardenit, on the Jordan River near where it leaves the lake, you can take part in a baptism if you wish. Those who stay dry can simply watch from the riverbank.
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EveningDrop-off at your hotel in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem
On the drive south, your guide points out Mount Tabor, the traditional site of the Transfiguration. You are dropped at your hotel in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem in the evening, depending on traffic.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem
- Professional licensed English-speaking guide on both days
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 1 night in a tourist class hotel
- Breakfast on day 2
- Cable car ride at Rosh Hanikra
Not included
- Lunches and dinners
- Drinks
- Baptism robe and towel rental at Yardenit
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Personal expenses and travel insurance
Pickup & meeting point
- Tel AvivFrom $320 per adult
- JerusalemFrom $320 per adult
You choose your pickup city when you book. We confirm the exact pickup time and place by email or WhatsApp the day before the tour.
Tour ends with: Drop-off at your hotel in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem
Know before you go
Pickup and Start Time
Hotel pickup is at about 07:15 in Tel Aviv or about 06:00 in Jerusalem. Pickups can start 30 to 60 minutes earlier, and we confirm your exact time the day before. Drop-off is at your hotel in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem on the evening of day 2.
Accommodation
1 night in a tourist class hotel with breakfast. The hotel name and location appear on your booking voucher.
Rooms and Prices
- Double room: 2 travelers sharing
- Single room: solo travelers or anyone who wants their own room
Rooms sleep a maximum of 2 adults. Prices are per person and depend on the room type, and children pay the same rate as adults. The booking form shows the exact price for your date, room type and pickup city.
What to Bring
- Valid passport for both days
- Small overnight bag
- Comfortable walking shoes
- Hat, sunscreen and a water bottle
- Towel and change of clothes if you plan to be baptized
- Money for meals, tips and robe rental
Dress Code
Modest dress is required at holy places. Men and women should cover knees and shoulders in churches, and shorts are not suitable for these visits.
Physical Requirements
Moderate. Expect walking on uneven ancient stone at Caesarea and Acre, short slopes and steps, and walking inside the Rosh Hanikra grottoes.
Age and Children
Children are welcome and pay the same per-person price as adults. Rooms take a maximum of 2 adults, so contact us before booking with children to confirm the room setup.
Language
A professional licensed English-speaking guide leads both days.
Cancellation Policy
Non-refundable, because the package includes a pre-paid hotel night. Date changes may be possible on request, subject to availability. Please contact us as early as you can.
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Cancellation fee |
|---|---|
| Any time after booking, or no-show | 100% fee (no refund) |
This tour includes flights or accommodation that are booked for you as soon as you book, so it is non-refundable, including no-shows. Border and visa fees are also non-refundable once paid. We strongly recommend travel insurance that covers trip cancellation. If we cancel or materially change the tour, you can choose an alternative date, a credit or a full refund. Read the booking terms.
Frequently asked questions
What does the Nazareth and Caesarea 2 day tour include?
The package includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem, a licensed English-speaking guide on both days, an air-conditioned vehicle, the Rosh Hanikra cable car, 1 night in a tourist class hotel and breakfast. Lunches, dinner, drinks, tips and baptism robe rental are not included.
Which room types can I book, and who pays what?
Rooms on this tour sleep a maximum of 2 adults. Book a double room for 2 travelers sharing, or a single room if you travel solo or want your own room. Prices are per person and depend on the room type, and children pay the same rate as adults. The booking form shows the exact price for your date, room type and pickup city. Groups of 3 can contact us for help with rooms.
What time is pickup?
Pickup is at about 07:15 from hotels in Tel Aviv and about 06:00 from hotels in Jerusalem. Pickups can start 30 to 60 minutes earlier, and the exact time is confirmed the day before. You return to your hotel in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem on the evening of day 2.
Where is the overnight stay?
You stay 1 night in a tourist class hotel with breakfast. The hotel name and location are confirmed on your booking voucher.
Can I cancel my booking?
The package is non-refundable because it includes a pre-paid hotel night. If your plans change, contact us. Date changes may be possible on request, subject to availability.
Which days does the tour run?
The tour is scheduled to run daily. Check the calendar on this page for open dates. On rare occasions the stops may run in a different order, but you still visit the same sites.
Do I need my passport, and is there a dress code?
Carry your valid passport on both days, as you may be asked for ID on the road. Modest dress is required at churches and holy places, so men and women should cover knees and shoulders.
Can I be baptized at Yardenit?
Yes, if you would like to. Yardenit is set up for baptisms, with steps into the Jordan River and changing rooms. Baptismal robes and towels are not included, so plan to rent or bring your own.
How much walking is there, and can children join?
Walking is moderate, mostly on uneven ancient paving at Caesarea and Acre and in and out of the grottoes, with some steps. Children are welcome and pay the same per-person price as adults. Since rooms take a maximum of 2 adults, please contact us before booking with children so we can confirm the room setup.
Are meals included, and what should I bring?
Only breakfast at the hotel is included. Plan to buy lunch on both days and dinner on the first evening. Bring a small overnight bag, your passport, comfortable shoes, sun protection, water and modest clothing, plus a change of clothes and a towel if you plan to be baptized.
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