| Language | Arabic |
|---|---|
| Local Currency | Israeli new shekel |
| Local Welcome | Marhabaan |
| Local Goodbye | Wadaeaan |
| Population | 8,583,916 |
| Natural Landscapes | Red Canyon, Red Canyon, Dado Zamir Beach, Keshet Cave, Soreq Cave |
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Eliat is a historic town on the coast of the Red Sea that offers luxury resorts and outdoor adventure. The most popular attraction here is the diving opportunities in the sea, though the beaches alone are worthwhile, too. This town is also close to the desert, so you can add some sandy adventures to your itinerary, with tours readily available.
Jerusalem is one of the most important cities in all the Abrahamic faiths, and that history runs deep. You'll find incredible historic structures and monuments within the city, with some dating back thousands of years. Of course, you'll still find modern attractions as well, along with some amazing food unique to the region. The local natural features are particularly impressive as well.
Tel Aviv is a modern metropolis that offers a fascinating look into modern Israel. The skyline is packed full of towering skyscrapers, and you can enjoy museums, restaurants, and activities just as easily as you can enjoy the beach here. Keep an eye out for premier examples of modernist architecture, as this city has some of the best in the world.
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Bike along desert trails at Negev, experience the epic nightlife of Tel Aviv and go wine tasting at Golan Heights. Whatever you’re searching for, you’re likely to find it in Israel.
Get more out of your vacation budget. While Expedia has at least 4197 hotels starting at $170 a night to choose from, you can score even better deals by combining your hotel and flight bookings. What’s more, you can add a rental car and activities to your Israel Vacation Package to create the ultimate getaway. Interested in history and religion? A tour of Israel’s most famous biblical towns will be the perfect addition to your itinerary.
Day 1-2: Fly into Ben Gurion Airport and start your journey in Jerusalem. Take a walk down to the Old City where you’ll find some of the world’s holiest sites like the Western Wall (or Wailing Wall) and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
Day 3-4: Hop in your rental car and make your way to Tel Aviv, around an hour’s drive away. Join a tour to explore the fascinating Bauhaus architecture of “White City.” When night falls, head to Rothschild Boulevard for a taste of the buzzing nightlife.
Day 5-7: Drive another two hours to Masada, a natural fortress in the Judean Desert overlooking the Dead Sea. You can ascend this site on foot or take a cable car to the summit. Afterwards, enjoy a soak in the Dead Sea, the world’s saltiest body of water. You’ll be amazed at how buoyant you are.
Time your visit with the Israel Festival, a renowned arts festival that blends unique theater performances with original Israeli productions. The event is held every spring.
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Part of the sacred Temple Mount site, this lead-domed structure is a fully functioning mosque. It is among the holiest sites in the Islamic world.
This 2,000-year-old structure is one of the world’s holiest sites, where hundreds of praying worshippers make for a stirring sight.
This famous church stands at the site where, according to Christian belief, Jesus was killed, buried and later raised from the dead.