Do you dream of visiting the Holy Land but WORRY about being left behind on a regular, fast-paced tour ?
Could you keep up with their 8 to 10 hour days, walking up to 4 miles, steps, standing, rough ground, hills...
all day, every day?! Have you heard of people coming home from a tour feeling exhausted and in pain?
Could you keep up with their 8 to 10 hour days, walking up to 4 miles, steps, standing, rough ground, hills...
all day, every day?! Have you heard of people coming home from a tour feeling exhausted and in pain?
Easy Israel Tours
Jewish Heritage Tour Itinerary
Our guests fly in from all over the world to meet us in Tel Aviv for the first night.
The next day we head up to the Galilee for three nights, then down to the Dead Sea
over Shabbat for two nights, before ascending to Jerusalem for the last four nights.
SCROLL DOWN TO SEE THE ITINERARY FRAMEWORK
New, interesting sites will be added to the itinerary....
The next day we head up to the Galilee for three nights, then down to the Dead Sea
over Shabbat for two nights, before ascending to Jerusalem for the last four nights.
SCROLL DOWN TO SEE THE ITINERARY FRAMEWORK
New, interesting sites will be added to the itinerary....
You arrive at Ben Gurion airport and then spend the night in Tel Aviv initially
to recoup your energy after the journey...this is an EASY tour!
Meet your fellow guests the first evening for welcome drinks and then have dinner together .
After a good night's rest our tour starts by exploring Tel Aviv…
a vibrant city, mixed with history, religion and culture.
to recoup your energy after the journey...this is an EASY tour!
Meet your fellow guests the first evening for welcome drinks and then have dinner together .
After a good night's rest our tour starts by exploring Tel Aviv…
a vibrant city, mixed with history, religion and culture.
Our tours are designed and escorted by Trish Duke, an Int'l physical therapist
who understands senior's likes and dislikes as well
as their possible mobility issues and health challenges...
and preference to be led politely, not herded!
A fully licensed local guide is part of our highly experienced team along with our driver
and agent in Jerusalem who books all the hotels, transportation, site visits etc.
Our itinerary is not a disability tour, but if you can get up the coach steps
with a handrail independently then the itinerary is accessible.
That works if you are less-able or very mobile or just want a slower pace
with minimal walking, standing, rough ground or slopes.
We all walk at the same leisurely pace, most guests on their own two feet
and some with a cane, walker or one of our hired scooters.
We offer a complimentary International phone call or Zoom
with you before booking to answer your questions and concerns.
Bookings are make personally with Trish Duke, not online.
To register your interest click here
who understands senior's likes and dislikes as well
as their possible mobility issues and health challenges...
and preference to be led politely, not herded!
A fully licensed local guide is part of our highly experienced team along with our driver
and agent in Jerusalem who books all the hotels, transportation, site visits etc.
Our itinerary is not a disability tour, but if you can get up the coach steps
with a handrail independently then the itinerary is accessible.
That works if you are less-able or very mobile or just want a slower pace
with minimal walking, standing, rough ground or slopes.
We all walk at the same leisurely pace, most guests on their own two feet
and some with a cane, walker or one of our hired scooters.
We offer a complimentary International phone call or Zoom
with you before booking to answer your questions and concerns.
Bookings are make personally with Trish Duke, not online.
To register your interest click here
Monday Day # 1
You arrive at Ben Gurion airport near Tel Aviv and check-in to the hotel.
Many guests come a day early to recover from jet lag and have a wander.
Our agent in Jerusalem can book additional pre and post tour hotel rooms
You arrive at Ben Gurion airport near Tel Aviv and check-in to the hotel.
Many guests come a day early to recover from jet lag and have a wander.
Our agent in Jerusalem can book additional pre and post tour hotel rooms
Walking down the ramp into Israel
Tuesday Day # 2
With a commentary from our guide, we drive you along the Rothschild Boulevard of today with its shops,
high rise buildings and theatres.
Can you imagine what it was like for the first sixty-six Je sand dune and used sea shells as boundary fences?!
View the famous the UNESCO heritage ‘White City’ with 4,000 Bauhaus buildings, built by German Jewish architects.
high rise buildings and theatres.
Can you imagine what it was like for the first sixty-six Je sand dune and used sea shells as boundary fences?!
View the famous the UNESCO heritage ‘White City’ with 4,000 Bauhaus buildings, built by German Jewish architects.
See Jaffa (Yafo) which is part of Tel Aviv steeped in history.
Saladin, Richard the Lionheart and Napoleon all conquered it at different times.
Jonah set sail from here before he ended up in the whale’s belly.
Saladin, Richard the Lionheart and Napoleon all conquered it at different times.
Jonah set sail from here before he ended up in the whale’s belly.
Enjoy a magnificent view of Tel Aviv from here!
The Hall of Independence is still closed for renovations, but we stop and see the front of the building.
If you arrive early, you may like to visit Ben Gurion’s home when he was in office is fascinating.
See the vast library of all the books he actually read!
If you arrive early, you may like to visit Ben Gurion’s home when he was in office is fascinating.
See the vast library of all the books he actually read!
Bauhaus architecture
Sometimes we visit the beautiful NEOT KEDUMIM National Reserve 20 minutes from Tel Aviv
Neot Kedumim National Reserve
We enjoy a gentle tour of this park showing Biblical landscape and agriculture.
There is also an opportunity to plant a tree here...for yourself or a loved one
There is also an opportunity to plant a tree here...for yourself or a loved one
Less than an hour north of Tel Aviv, we visit Caesarea, an ancient Roman city and port
built by King Herod, with an amphitheatre, hippodrome and aqueducts...and lunch!
built by King Herod, with an amphitheatre, hippodrome and aqueducts...and lunch!
Caesarea
Our last stop en route to the Galilee is Zippori National Park
After driving east through the Jezreel valley we arrive at the Galilee for a three night stay.
The Galilee has so many fabulous sites options in this beautiful scenery.
Among them is visiting Tiberius to learn about famous Jewish sages Maimonides and Rabbi Akiva.
Our guide David, will no doubt have interesting places for you to enjoy that are not in this itinerary framework!
Among them is visiting Tiberius to learn about famous Jewish sages Maimonides and Rabbi Akiva.
Our guide David, will no doubt have interesting places for you to enjoy that are not in this itinerary framework!
DAYS # 3-5 Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Everyone's favorite is a boat ride on the lake.
Adjacent to where we board the sailing boat, we visit an ancient fishing boat that was found
on the shores of Galilee in1986 during a drought...estimated to be 2,000 years old!
Watch the short movie and hear the fascinating story about how international experts
flew into bring this relic out of the mud and restore it.
on the shores of Galilee in1986 during a drought...estimated to be 2,000 years old!
Watch the short movie and hear the fascinating story about how international experts
flew into bring this relic out of the mud and restore it.
We visit Magdala, currently the oldest excavated synagogue in Galilee
and one of seven from the first century in all of Israel.
The famous Magdala Stone is part of the synagogue.
A coin minted in Tiberias in 29 CE was found inside the synagogue, proving that it was from the first century.
The synagogue is well preserved and included an entrance hall that also served
as a study room (Bet Midrash), and a chamber for storing the Torah scrolls.
and one of seven from the first century in all of Israel.
The famous Magdala Stone is part of the synagogue.
A coin minted in Tiberias in 29 CE was found inside the synagogue, proving that it was from the first century.
The synagogue is well preserved and included an entrance hall that also served
as a study room (Bet Midrash), and a chamber for storing the Torah scrolls.
Pre-war we spent a day in the beautiful Golan Heights.
When you come we will assess what is worth seeing until the land recovers from fires etc
When you come we will assess what is worth seeing until the land recovers from fires etc
One option is to visit Gamla Nature Reserve.
Enjoy a short accessible walk to a raptor observatory and ruins of an important archaeological site.
In AD67, Jewish residents fought Roman legionnaires to stop them from ruling over the Galilee.
Enjoy a short accessible walk to a raptor observatory and ruins of an important archaeological site.
In AD67, Jewish residents fought Roman legionnaires to stop them from ruling over the Galilee.
Gamla Nature Reserve
David, one of our guides. He will inform, inspire and entertain you!
Another option is the Hula Valley Nature Reserve...and famous bird watching area
Hula Valley migratory bird sanctuary
Kinneret Cemetery is set in a tranquil shaded hillside by the Sea of Galilee.
This is the resting place if some of the leading figures of the Zionist movement.
Also, two gifted women, Rachel Bluwstein and Naomi Shemer,
who contributed so much to Israeli song and music culture.
This is the resting place if some of the leading figures of the Zionist movement.
Also, two gifted women, Rachel Bluwstein and Naomi Shemer,
who contributed so much to Israeli song and music culture.
Kinneret Cemetery
There is a magnificent view of the Galilee from Mount Arbel
Friday
After leaving the Galilee, we drive south, down the Jordan valley,
past Jericho to the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth.
We have two nights over Shabbat in a stunning location, with Jordan over the other side
of the Dead Sea and the Judean mountains behind the hotel.
On the way we visit a most unusual Kibbutz!
past Jericho to the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth.
We have two nights over Shabbat in a stunning location, with Jordan over the other side
of the Dead Sea and the Judean mountains behind the hotel.
On the way we visit a most unusual Kibbutz!
Bio Tour of Sde-Eliyahu Kibbutz
This is still a traditional, fully socialist agricultural kibbutz, founded by German Jews in the 70’s.
They were pioneers of organic farming, as well as world leaders in developing the bugs
that eat the bugs that eat the fruit and vegetables.
Their Bio bees will fascinate you as well.
This is still a traditional, fully socialist agricultural kibbutz, founded by German Jews in the 70’s.
They were pioneers of organic farming, as well as world leaders in developing the bugs
that eat the bugs that eat the fruit and vegetables.
Their Bio bees will fascinate you as well.
Shabbat
You really can float and read a newspaper at the same time!
We arrive here Friday afternoon and stay over Shabbat to Sunday morning.
We celebrate Shabbat on Friday evening in the hotel.
One of the guests usually leads the prayers.
Rest or play in the Dead Sea and hotel pools...as you wish.
It's fun to sample the refined mud and be amused with the photo opportunities!
Our hotel has a private beach right at the back door of our hotel.
Trish, your physical therapist escort/tour leader is available to accompany you to the Dead Sea
with other group members for a fun time!
Other guests prefer to go to the beach in their own time.
Trish Duke is the author of an e-book on Amazon called "The Dead Sea is Alive",
telling the history and medical benefits.
Click here to get your copy
After checking out of our Dead Sea hotel ... as the scriptures say, we ascend to the Holy City, Jerusalem.
We arrive here Friday afternoon and stay over Shabbat to Sunday morning.
We celebrate Shabbat on Friday evening in the hotel.
One of the guests usually leads the prayers.
Rest or play in the Dead Sea and hotel pools...as you wish.
It's fun to sample the refined mud and be amused with the photo opportunities!
Our hotel has a private beach right at the back door of our hotel.
Trish, your physical therapist escort/tour leader is available to accompany you to the Dead Sea
with other group members for a fun time!
Other guests prefer to go to the beach in their own time.
Trish Duke is the author of an e-book on Amazon called "The Dead Sea is Alive",
telling the history and medical benefits.
Click here to get your copy
After checking out of our Dead Sea hotel ... as the scriptures say, we ascend to the Holy City, Jerusalem.
Four nights in Jerusalem Sunday to Thursday
En route to Jerusalem we visit famous Masada.
A 10 minute movie reminds you of the history before an amazing cable car journey to the top.
We sit in the shade while David inspires us.
Any guests who are quite fit can explore more of the area (with rough ground and slopes).
The rest of us continue to enjoy the spectacular view before taking the cable car down to
the shop and cafe.
A 10 minute movie reminds you of the history before an amazing cable car journey to the top.
We sit in the shade while David inspires us.
Any guests who are quite fit can explore more of the area (with rough ground and slopes).
The rest of us continue to enjoy the spectacular view before taking the cable car down to
the shop and cafe.
While driving along the scenic Dead Sea we stop at Ein Gedi Nature Reserve.
Sit in the shade or walk up (a concrete accessible path) to enjoy the magnificence
of the Judean mountains....and maybe see ibex
Sit in the shade or walk up (a concrete accessible path) to enjoy the magnificence
of the Judean mountains....and maybe see ibex
Further along we pass the caves at Qumran where the Dead Sea scrolls were found.
It would take us over an hour to hike on a rough path to reach them, and they are empty now,
so we are satisfied to see the area from a lay-by on the road.
It would take us over an hour to hike on a rough path to reach them, and they are empty now,
so we are satisfied to see the area from a lay-by on the road.
Driving past Jericho we ascend up to Jerusalem!
Our first view of JERUSALEM is from Mount Scopus! Such an emotional moment.
In Jerusalem there is so much to see and experience.
There are obvious 'must see' places....
There are obvious 'must see' places....
The Kotel (Western wall) is always a highlight.
There are plenty of chairs and bathrooms to make your time there comfortable.
There are plenty of chairs and bathrooms to make your time there comfortable.
NEW! Gateway to Heaven visitors Centre at the Kotel is an eight minute screening of unique simulator technology
giving a multi-screen presentation of the profound significance of the Western Wall for all Jews as a place of prayer.
giving a multi-screen presentation of the profound significance of the Western Wall for all Jews as a place of prayer.
NEW! Chain of Generations centre at the Kotel
A visit to this exhibit takes you on the journey taken by the Jewish nation and past generations which
form our long and wondrous chain that passes from family to family and from generation to generation.
A visit to this exhibit takes you on the journey taken by the Jewish nation and past generations which
form our long and wondrous chain that passes from family to family and from generation to generation.
Chain of Generations Center
You will love our private tour of the Knesset. It's not just for the politically minded.
The artwork inside is worth going to see.
Chagall's magnificent huge tapestries and floors are memorable.
We sit in the visitors gallery for a while to see if we recognise anyone!
The artwork inside is worth going to see.
Chagall's magnificent huge tapestries and floors are memorable.
We sit in the visitors gallery for a while to see if we recognise anyone!
Knesset Menorah.
After our tour of the Knesset, we cross the street to admire this magnificent Menorah.
Made of bronze, 11 feet high and weighing 4 tons, it was designed by Benno Elkan,
a Jewish sculptor who escaped from Germany to Great Britain.
After our tour of the Knesset, we cross the street to admire this magnificent Menorah.
Made of bronze, 11 feet high and weighing 4 tons, it was designed by Benno Elkan,
a Jewish sculptor who escaped from Germany to Great Britain.
Sometimes we include a tour around the Supreme Court in Jerusalem, the highest court in Israel.
A tour includes the courthouse, the architecture of the building, the history and structure of the judicial system.
A tour includes the courthouse, the architecture of the building, the history and structure of the judicial system.
The Herzl museum details the life of Theodor Herzl, and describes the many contributions he
made to the Zionist cause. This dynamic, creative 'experience' (rather than a traditional museum)
portrays the motivations and visions of the Zionist leader. Harsh anti-Semitic sentiments in both
Europe and the United States led to Theodor Herzl's pursuit of an entirely Jewish state.
If only he was here so see how much of his dream came true!
made to the Zionist cause. This dynamic, creative 'experience' (rather than a traditional museum)
portrays the motivations and visions of the Zionist leader. Harsh anti-Semitic sentiments in both
Europe and the United States led to Theodor Herzl's pursuit of an entirely Jewish state.
If only he was here so see how much of his dream came true!
Adjacent to the museum is the Mount Herzl National Cemetery.
The burial place for prominent Zionist figures such as Theodore Herzl, Golda Meir and Yitzhak Rabin,
as well as all the young soldiers who have fought for the land of Israel.
The burial place for prominent Zionist figures such as Theodore Herzl, Golda Meir and Yitzhak Rabin,
as well as all the young soldiers who have fought for the land of Israel.
The Menarchem Begin Heritage Centre is an unconventional audio-visual experience
taking you on a fascinating journey through time into the life of one of
the most prominent leaders in Israel’s history.
Of course, we visit the Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Museum
Machane Yehuda market
The largest Jewish market or shuk in Jerusalem is a microcosm of Jewish life in Israel.
Fascinating sounds, sights and smells.
Halva, spices, pastries, specialty cheeses, wine and beers, fruit and vegetables,
fish...the list is endless with 250 vendors!
Grab lunch and 'people watch' as well as having a wander.
The largest Jewish market or shuk in Jerusalem is a microcosm of Jewish life in Israel.
Fascinating sounds, sights and smells.
Halva, spices, pastries, specialty cheeses, wine and beers, fruit and vegetables,
fish...the list is endless with 250 vendors!
Grab lunch and 'people watch' as well as having a wander.
Mamilla is often one of our lunch stops in this modern open-air street mall, a few steps away from the Jaffa Gate.
Cafes, outdoor sculptures, designer shops, all mixed with the rich history.
You might choose to return in the evening to soak up the lights, street performers and sophisticated atmosphere.
Cafes, outdoor sculptures, designer shops, all mixed with the rich history.
You might choose to return in the evening to soak up the lights, street performers and sophisticated atmosphere.
Even if you don't play an instrument, the Hebrew Music Museum is a colourful and fascinating place.
Another creative and interactive experience, rather than a 'museum''.
Visitors are delighted to see the ancient instruments played and even get to try out a few yourself!
Another creative and interactive experience, rather than a 'museum''.
Visitors are delighted to see the ancient instruments played and even get to try out a few yourself!
Just round the corner is the Friends of Zion 'museum'.
Again, Israel exhibits it's brilliance at making a heart warming place to visit as you discover
just how many important people have been active friends to Israel.
Again, Israel exhibits it's brilliance at making a heart warming place to visit as you discover
just how many important people have been active friends to Israel.
Easy Israel Tours Jewish group in Jerusalem
The Haas Promenade has a wonderful view of Jerusalem.
It traces part of the route of an ancient aqueduct that carried water from Solomon’s pools,
south of Bethlehem, to Jerusalem.
This is sometimes the last place we visit together to say goodbye to Jerusalem!
Wednesday is our last day of touring.
We love the farewell dinner with new friends that have shared so much together!
It traces part of the route of an ancient aqueduct that carried water from Solomon’s pools,
south of Bethlehem, to Jerusalem.
This is sometimes the last place we visit together to say goodbye to Jerusalem!
Wednesday is our last day of touring.
We love the farewell dinner with new friends that have shared so much together!
Thursday is officially the last day of the tour with a leisurely breakfast and then check-out before you fly home.
Many guests enjoy an additional day in Jerusalem. It's a shame to rush off at the end of the tour.
If you choose to fly out on Thursday, the hotel can store your luggage until it's time to leave for the airport.
Adding Thursday night gives you the whole of that day and whatever time you have on Friday until your flights.
You can discuss the options by email to Trish....
For further information click here
Many guests enjoy an additional day in Jerusalem. It's a shame to rush off at the end of the tour.
If you choose to fly out on Thursday, the hotel can store your luggage until it's time to leave for the airport.
Adding Thursday night gives you the whole of that day and whatever time you have on Friday until your flights.
You can discuss the options by email to Trish....
For further information click here
Jerusalem can be an emotive city, with old and new battles, but you will agree
that it’s the most important city in the world.
Volumes have been written about her history…with more to come!
You never run out of museums, sites, shops and restaurants in Israel… and traffic.
The 'museums' in Israel that we visit are definitely not the 'item in a glass case with a label to read'... boring!
Israel is so innovative with its technology and presentation of information.
It's more of an inspiring, experience with a 'wow' factor.
We arrange for you to have seating or stools to avoid standing.
Click here to contact Trish for more information or to register your interest
We have limit of 25 places on each tour so book today to avoid missing out.
that it’s the most important city in the world.
Volumes have been written about her history…with more to come!
You never run out of museums, sites, shops and restaurants in Israel… and traffic.
The 'museums' in Israel that we visit are definitely not the 'item in a glass case with a label to read'... boring!
Israel is so innovative with its technology and presentation of information.
It's more of an inspiring, experience with a 'wow' factor.
We arrange for you to have seating or stools to avoid standing.
Click here to contact Trish for more information or to register your interest
We have limit of 25 places on each tour so book today to avoid missing out.
You will see and experience more on Easy Israel tours than on regular tours!
One way is by not having to stand around at each site (like regular tours).
Our guide shares their information as we travel before we get off the bus, so you are comfortable and can hear.
Traveling time
As you know Israel is a tiny, (but very significant) country. You can drive from top to bottom in a few hours.
In some places you can see from the eastern border to the Mediterranean in the west.
You won't be 'stuck' on the coach for long periods.
Hourly bathroom stops are planned...and on request, so no need to be
embarrassed if you have ancient personal plumbing issues!
The longest journey is about 3 hours, from Galilee to the Dead Sea, along the scenic Jordan valley.
We stop en-route to visit a Kibbutz, have lunch, so an easy and pleasant journey.
The pace of Easy Israel Tours is less tiring and frenetic than regular tours.
We aim to let you enjoy each place rather than rushing from one site to another.
Sure, we still have a timetable, but we try to avoid the 'rush and push' of regular tours.
You want to enjoy your full breakfast, visit the rest room and then feel eager and ready for the day!
Walkers, scooters and wheelchairs can be stored on the bus in transit, the driver can lift it on and off for you.
Each day will be different and varied.
Apart from Shabbat at the Dead sea, we gently continue all day with frequent stops,
arriving back at the hotel about 4-ish, in time for a rest before dinner.
There will be good places to shop for souvenirs en-route, but no-one is trapped into shopping …
some of us think ‘shop’ is a four-letter word!
Shopaholics can be directed to markets and shopping streets
if their ‘itch’ isn’t scratched enough!
To register your interest or make a booking click here
or click here for costs
One way is by not having to stand around at each site (like regular tours).
Our guide shares their information as we travel before we get off the bus, so you are comfortable and can hear.
Traveling time
As you know Israel is a tiny, (but very significant) country. You can drive from top to bottom in a few hours.
In some places you can see from the eastern border to the Mediterranean in the west.
You won't be 'stuck' on the coach for long periods.
Hourly bathroom stops are planned...and on request, so no need to be
embarrassed if you have ancient personal plumbing issues!
The longest journey is about 3 hours, from Galilee to the Dead Sea, along the scenic Jordan valley.
We stop en-route to visit a Kibbutz, have lunch, so an easy and pleasant journey.
The pace of Easy Israel Tours is less tiring and frenetic than regular tours.
We aim to let you enjoy each place rather than rushing from one site to another.
Sure, we still have a timetable, but we try to avoid the 'rush and push' of regular tours.
You want to enjoy your full breakfast, visit the rest room and then feel eager and ready for the day!
Walkers, scooters and wheelchairs can be stored on the bus in transit, the driver can lift it on and off for you.
Each day will be different and varied.
Apart from Shabbat at the Dead sea, we gently continue all day with frequent stops,
arriving back at the hotel about 4-ish, in time for a rest before dinner.
There will be good places to shop for souvenirs en-route, but no-one is trapped into shopping …
some of us think ‘shop’ is a four-letter word!
Shopaholics can be directed to markets and shopping streets
if their ‘itch’ isn’t scratched enough!
To register your interest or make a booking click here
or click here for costs
We would be highly honoured if you would join us for a fun and inspiring, trip of a lifetime!
YOU are welcome to join our 10 day Jewish Highlight Tours
Israel past, present and future!
NEXT YEAR IN JERUSALEM!
4th to 14th May 2026
and
5th to 15th October 2026
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15th March to 25th March 2027
and
24th October to 4th November 2027
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