Sea to Sea in Northern Israel
Israel Hiking + Walking Tours
Walk Israel’s ancient landscape from the Mediterranean to the Sea of Galilee
- Tour Type
- Skill Level
- Length5–6 days
- Prices from₪2173 Rates
Overview
The ancient land of Israel is a region of immense natural beauty and historic and religious significance. It is a region of diverse landscapes, ranging from the sea, the desert, and cool mountain vistas.
Northern Israel, featured in this tour, is a spectacular region, and, because of the geography and climate, it's the perfect destination for adventure! This Sea to Sea (Yam le Yam) hike is one of the most popular hiking trails in Israel, literally crossing the country from west to east.
You trek from the Mediterranean Sea to the Sea of Galilee, crossing some of Israel’s most beautiful scenery. Beginning in the city of Nahariya on Israel’s Mediterranean Coast in the Western Galilee region, you cross the lush Galilee highlands, ending on the banks of the Sea of Galilee, one of the lowest-lying bodies of water in the world and source of religious inspiration and intrigue.
Highlights
- Yam le Yam trek
- Kziv stream
- Mount Meron
- Monfort Crusader Castle
- Amud Stream hike
- Nahariya
- Fassuta
- Druze village of Horfesh
- Safed
- The Sea of Galilee, known to Israelis as Lake Kinneret
- Well marked and very scenic trails
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Itinerary
6-day easier version
Day 1: Nahariya
Day 2: Kziv Stream, 7.5 mi. (12 km)
Day 3: Upper Kziv Stream, 9 mi. (14 km)
Day 4: Mount Meron, 7.5 mi. (12 km)
Day 5: Amud Stream, 5 mi. (8 km)
Day 6: To the Sea of Galilee, 12.5 or 6 mi. (20 or 11 km)Day 1: Nahariya
Nahariya is a pleasant town on the Mediterranean coast. The main street is full of shops and restaurants and an evening stroll along the seaside promenade is a perfect start for the Sea to Sea Trek. You have a couple of options regarding a tour information meeting(s) to discuss all aspects of the trek and to ensure that the GPS app is functioning properly.1) Video Chat (Zoom or Skype): One detailed meeting about 1-2 weeks before the trek. A second meeting on the evening of Day 1 to finalize the last details.
2) Face to Face Meeting: One meeting on the evening of Day 1.
Preferred accommodation: Olive Boutique Hotel, Nahariya, located 500 m from the shores of the Mediterranean Sea.Day 2: Kziv Stream, 7.5mi. (12 km) / 5 - 8 hours
A short taxi ride will transfer you to the trailhead near Monfort Castle. There are options to lengthen this day. Just ask.You will spend most of this first day of the “Yam le Yam” trek along the Kziv stream. It is the longest stream in Galilee. The area is characterized by its rich Mediterranean flora, a mix of Carob, Oak Arbutus, and Oriental plane, as well as a wide variety of wildflowers. Several beautiful springs and pools provide great spots for a pleasant lunch break.
Towering on the south cliffs is the Monfort Crusader Castle which is a worthwhile short detour! Towering on the south cliffs is the Monfort Crusader Castle. A worthwhile short detour! The Monfort fortress is one of the most excellent examples of fortified crusader structures from the 12th century crusader state period. It was built by the Teutonic Order (Catholic German order founded in Acre in 1190). The fortress is built on a narrow and steep ridge directly above the Kziv stream.
The trail ends with a climb from the riverbed to Fassuta where you will overnight in a cozy wooden cabin.
Fassuta is an interesting Arab village. Most of the population are Melkite Christian originating from Damascus, Syria. The Melkites' history is traced to the early Christians of Antioch, formerly part of Syria, and nowadays located in Turkey.
Elevation: 500 m
Preferred accommodation: The Wooden Cabins, FassutaDay 3: Upper Kziv Stream, 9 mi. (14 km) / 5 - 7 hours
Your hike begins directly from your accommodation. The first half of the day has some ups and downs over hills and ravines until you are back again in the Kziv stream. You walk in a section of the Kziv called Wadi Habis, a pleasant trail that passes near several small springs that eventually lead to the beautiful Ein Hotam spring. From here, a short walk will bring you into the pleasant Druze village of Horfesh for the night.The Druze are a religious minority in Israel of only 100,000 people. It’s an excellent opportunity to experience their culture, heritage, and great food.
Elevation: 350 m
Preferred accommodation: Hapsiga B & B, HorfeshDay 4: Mount Meron, 7.5 or 10 mi. (12 or 16 km)
Your walk begins near the summit of Mount Meron after a shuttle transfer. On this exciting day, you will hike to the summit of the mountain (1200 meters ASL), the highest peak in Israel west of the Jordan River. The trail that circles the summit provides amazing views in all directions. From the summit, you descend to the village of Meron.Elevation: 350/570 m
Preferred accommodation: B&B in Moshave MeronDay 5: Amud Stream, 5 mi. (8 km)
Directly from your accommodation in Meron Village, you will follow the Amud Stream, walking near gushing water, alongside ancient aqueducts, and mills, under a canopy of towering trees. After relaxing near one of the pools along the stream, a short climb will bring you the beautiful old quarter of Safed, a breathtaking hilltop city, whose history spans thousands of years, mentioned in the ancient writings of Josephus, a Roman-Jewish historian. The narrow alleys of the old quarter are full of historical buildings, legends, synagogues, and art galleries. Meaner the winding cobblestone alleys in the Old City, lined with stone buildings. The Artists' Colony showcases quality galleries and the exquisite works of local artists.Preferred accommodation:
Option 1: Ruth Safed, set on the site of a 700-year-old mamluk khan in the Old City of Safed, Ruth Safed Hotel is a unique building overlooking Mount Meron.
Option 2: Rosentalis HotelDay 6: The Sea of Galilee
Once again, you begin at your accommodation or if you want to shorten this day from 20 km to 11 km you can take a taxi (not included) to the middle point of the route. You descend back to the Amud stream at a more eastern location than where you left off yesterday. In this section, the stream is mostly dry but not less attractive. You walk between different vegetation types and varying climates. Passing through geological formations (one of which the stream is called after – “The Amud” – pillar) and passing prehistoric sites, finally reaching Ginossar Beach and the Sea of Galilee. A common misconception is that the Sea of Galilee is a sea, when in fact it is a lake (also called Lake Tiberias, Kinneret or Kinnereth).You are now formally a “Yam le Yam” graduate!
Elevation: mostly downhill :)
Preferred accommodation: We assume you would like to spend the last overnight near the Sea of Galilee. There are many hotels around the lake in a vast range of price, level, and character. This overnight is NOT included in the price offer. You can choose any hotel/lodge you like within a maximum distance of 40 kilometers from Safed and your luggage will be transferred from your hotel in Safed to your chosen accommodation. (Transfer up to 40 km is included in the price offer).
Our Recommendation: Choose something which is within a short walking distance from the end of the trail.
- Karei Deshe Guest House: Directly at the end of the hike. This is a modest accommodation with a beautiful beach and garden. The Guesthouse is usually in very high demand and should be booked well in advance.
- Nof Genosar Hotel: Can be reached from the trail on foot. (Two kilometers south along the main road). A high-level hotel with a private beach.
- Alternatively, you can take the public bus to Tiberias (a very short ride!) where you have a large selection of hotels in a wide range of prices and levels.
5-day moderate version
Day 1: Nahariya
Day 2: Kziv Stream, 10 mi. (16 km)
Day 3: Upper Kziv Stream, 9 mi. (14 km)
Day 4: Mount Meron and Amud Stream, 14 mi. (22 km). Can be shortened. Just ask
Day 5: Down to the Sea of Galilee, 12.5 mi. (20 km)Day 1: Nahariya
Nahariya is a pleasant town on the Mediterranean coast. The main street is full of shops and restaurants and an evening stroll along the seaside promenade is a perfect start for the Sea to Sea Trek. You will be provided a detailed tour briefing to discuss all aspects of the trek and to ensure that the GPS app is functioning properly.Preferred accommodation: Olive Boutique Hotel, Nahariya, located 500 m from the shores of the Mediterranean Sea.
Day 2: Kziv Stream, 10 mi. (16 km)/ 5 - 8 hours
A short taxi ride will transfer you to the trailhead near Moshav Avdon. If you want to lengthen your day and walk literally from sea to sea, you can start your hike directly from Nahariya Beach. This will add an additional 12 km to the trailhead on flat minor roads and dirt roads.You will spend most of this first day of the “Yam le Yam” trek along the Kziv stream. It is the longest stream in Galilee. The area is characterized by its rich Mediterranean flora, a mix of Carob, Oak Arbutus, and Oriental plane, as well as a wide variety of wildflowers. Several beautiful springs and pools provide great spots for a pleasant lunch break.
Towering on the south cliffs is the Monfort Crusader Castle. A worthwhile short detour! The Monfort fortress is one of the most excellent examples of fortified crusader structures from the 12th century crusader state period. It was built by the Teutonic Order (Catholic German order founded in Acre in 1190). The fortress is built on a narrow and steep ridge directly above the Kziv stream.
The trail ends with a climb from the riverbed to Fassuta where you will overnight in a cozy wooden cabin.
Fassuta is an interesting Arab village. Most of the population are Melkite Christian originating from Damascus, Syria. The Melkites' history is traced to the early Christians of Antioch, formerly part of Syria, and nowadays located in Turkey.
Elevation: 600 m
Preferred accommodation: The Wooden Cabins, FassutaDay 3: Upper Kziv Stream, 9 mi. (14 km)/ 5 - 7 hours
The trail starts directly from your accommodation in Fassuta. The first half of the day has some ups and downs over hills and ravines until you are back again in the Kziv stream. On this day you walk in a section of the Kziv called Wadi Habis, a pleasant trail that passes near several small springs will bring you eventually to the beautiful Ein Hotam spring. From there, a short walk will bring you into the pleasant Druze village Horfesh. The Druze are a religious minority in Israel of only 100,000 people. It’s an excellent opportunity to experience their culture, heritage, and great food!Elevation: 350 m
Preferred accommodation: HapsigaDay 4: Mount Meron and upper Amud Stream, 14 mi. (22 km) / 8 - 10 hours
The trail starts directly from your accommodation in Horfesh. This is the hardest day of the trek. You can shorten it to 16 kilometers with a morning taxi shuttle (at no extra charge)or to 12 kilometers (with additional cost). On this exciting day, you will hike to the summit of Mount Meron (1200 meters ASL), the highest peak in Israel west of the Jordan River. The trail that circles the summit provides amazing views in all directions. From the summit, you descend into Nahal Amud, the loveliest stream in the Galilee region. You trek near gushing water, underneath huge trees, and alongside ancient aqueducts and mills. After relaxing near one of the pools along the stream, a short climb will bring you the beautiful old quarter of Safed. Located at an elevation of 700-900 meters, Safed has been identified with Sepph, a fortified town in the Upper Galilee mentioned in the writings of the Roman-Jewish historian Josephus. The city’s history spans thousands of years. Since the 16th century, Safed has been considered one of Judaism’s Four Holy Cities, along with Jerusalem, Hebron, and Tiberias. Since that time the city has remained a center of Kabbalah and Jewish mysticism. The narrow alleys of the old quarter are full of historical buildings, legends, synagogues, and art galleries.Elevation: 800 m
Preferred accommodation:Preferred accommodation:
Option 1: Ruth Safed, set on the site of a 700-year-old mamluk khan in the Old City of Safed, Ruth Safed Hotel is a unique building overlooking Mount Meron.
Option 2: Rosentalis HotelDay 5: Down to the Sea of Galilee, 12 mi. (20 km)
Once again, you begin at your accommodation or if you want to shorten this day from 20 km to 11 km you can take a taxi (not included) to the middle point of the route You descend back to the Amud stream at a more eastern location than where we left it off yesterday. In this section, the stream is mostly dry but is still beautiful. You walk between different vegetation types and varying climates, passing through geological formations and passing prehistoric sites.Finally, you reach the shore of the Sea of Galilee. A common misconception is that the Sea of Galilee is a sea, when in fact it is a lake (also called Lake Tiberias, Kinneret or Kinnereth).
You are now formally a “Yam le Yam” graduate!
We assume you would like to spend the last overnight near the Sea of Galilee. There are many hotels around the lake in a vast range of price, level, and character. This overnight is NOT included in the price offer. You can choose any hotel/lodge you like within a maximum distance of 40 kilometers from Safed and your luggage will be transferred from your hotel in Safed to your chosen accommodation. (Transfer up to 40 km is included in the price offer).
Our Recommendation: Choose something which is within a short walking distance from the end of the trail.
- Karei Deshe Guest House: Directly at the end of the hike. This is a modest accommodation with a beautiful beach and garden. The Guesthouse is usually in very high demand and should be booked well in advance.
- Nof Genosar Hotel: Can be reached from the trail on foot. (Two kilometers south along the main road). A high-level hotel with a private beach.
- Alternatively, you can take the public bus to Tiberias where you have a large selection of hotels in a wide range of prices and levels.
Map
Accommodation
On each day’s details, you will find the name of the preferred overnight accommodation.
Inclusions
What’s Included
- Accommodation for 4 or 5 nights depending on the version of the tour you choose
- Detailed “one on one” tour briefing via zoom before your tour and upon your arrival
- Breakfast
- Daily luggage transfer from one accommodation to the next
- Indicated included shuttles during the tour
- Hiking maps
- Trek guidebook
- GPS mobile app
- 24/7 Phone support
What’s Not Included
- Arrival/departure transportation to/from the start/end point
- Lunch & dinners
Dates & Pricing
Dates
5 Day
Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, & Saturday departures
6 Day
Thursday, Friday, & Saturday departures
(The best time of year to hike in this location is February, March, & April when the kziv and Amud streams have stronger water flow, and the landscape is green and dotted with wildflowers. The trek can still be enjoyable anytime between October & May.Minimum number of booking: 1
Important to note: Requests during Jewish and national holidays may be difficult to confirm due to limited availability in the hotels.
Please Note
- Rates are per person, based on double occupancy
- Tour prices are based on the fuel costs at time prices are set, often months or years in advance. In rare cases, additional fees may apply for fuel cost increases.
- Information to read before you book
- We recommend purchasing trip insurance
- Please see our FAQ
Pricing
2023
5 Day Tour
Group Size Sun Wed Thurs Fri Sat 1 $ 1571 £ 829 $ 1,433 € 968 kr 145566 ₪ 3823 ¥ 163865 Mex$ 17482 NZ$ 1716 NOK 11306 zł 4124 S$ 1417 kr 11281 $ 1,053 $ 1632 £ 861 $ 1,490 € 1005 kr 151277 ₪ 3973 ¥ 170295 Mex$ 18168 NZ$ 1783 NOK 11749 zł 4286 S$ 1472 kr 11723 $ 1,094 $ 1674 £ 883 $ 1,527 € 1031 kr 155085 ₪ 4073 ¥ 174581 Mex$ 18626 NZ$ 1828 NOK 12045 zł 4394 S$ 1509 kr 12019 $ 1,121 $ 1674 £ 883 $ 1,527 € 1031 kr 155085 ₪ 4073 ¥ 174581 Mex$ 18626 NZ$ 1828 NOK 12045 zł 4394 S$ 1509 kr 12019 $ 1,121 $ 1694 £ 894 $ 1,546 € 1043 kr 156988 ₪ 4123 ¥ 176724 Mex$ 18854 NZ$ 1851 NOK 12193 zł 4448 S$ 1528 kr 12166 $ 1,135 2 $ 1139 £ 601 $ 1,040 € 702 kr 105585 ₪ 2773 ¥ 118859 Mex$ 12681 NZ$ 1245 NOK 8201 zł 2992 S$ 1028 kr 8183 $ 764 $ 1222 £ 644 $ 1,115 € 752 kr 113201 ₪ 2973 ¥ 127432 Mex$ 13595 NZ$ 1334 NOK 8792 zł 3207 S$ 1102 kr 8773 $ 819 $ 1222 £ 644 $ 1,115 € 752 kr 113201 ₪ 2973 ¥ 127432 Mex$ 13595 NZ$ 1334 NOK 8792 zł 3207 S$ 1102 kr 8773 $ 819 $ 1201 £ 633 $ 1,096 € 740 kr 111297 ₪ 2923 ¥ 125289 Mex$ 13367 NZ$ 1312 NOK 8644 zł 3153 S$ 1083 kr 8625 $ 805 $ 1160 £ 612 $ 1,058 € 714 kr 107489 ₪ 2823 ¥ 121002 Mex$ 12909 NZ$ 1267 NOK 8348 zł 3045 S$ 1046 kr 8330 $ 777 3 $ 1078 £ 568 $ 983 € 664 kr 99874 ₪ 2623 ¥ 112430 Mex$ 11995 NZ$ 1177 NOK 7757 zł 2830 S$ 972 kr 7740 $ 722 $ 1078 £ 568 $ 983 € 664 kr 99874 ₪ 2623 ¥ 112430 Mex$ 11995 NZ$ 1177 NOK 7757 zł 2830 S$ 972 kr 7740 $ 722 $ 1078 £ 568 $ 983 € 664 kr 99874 ₪ 2623 ¥ 112430 Mex$ 11995 NZ$ 1177 NOK 7757 zł 2830 S$ 972 kr 7740 $ 722 $ 1057 £ 558 $ 965 € 651 kr 97970 ₪ 2573 ¥ 110286 Mex$ 11766 NZ$ 1155 NOK 7609 zł 2776 S$ 954 kr 7592 $ 708 $ 1016 £ 536 $ 927 € 626 kr 94163 ₪ 2473 ¥ 106000 Mex$ 11309 NZ$ 1110 NOK 7313 zł 2668 S$ 917 kr 7297 $ 681 4 $ 913 £ 482 $ 833 € 563 kr 84644 ₪ 2223 ¥ 95284 Mex$ 10166 NZ$ 998 NOK 6574 zł 2398 S$ 824 kr 6560 $ 612 $ 996 £ 525 $ 908 € 613 kr 92259 ₪ 2423 ¥ 103857 Mex$ 11080 NZ$ 1088 NOK 7166 zł 2614 S$ 898 kr 7150 $ 667 $ 957 £ 505 $ 874 € 590 kr 88718 ₪ 2330 ¥ 99871 Mex$ 10655 NZ$ 1046 NOK 6890 zł 2514 S$ 864 kr 6875 $ 642 $ 975 £ 514 $ 890 € 601 kr 90355 ₪ 2373 ¥ 101714 Mex$ 10852 NZ$ 1065 NOK 7018 zł 2560 S$ 879 kr 7002 $ 653 $ 954 £ 503 $ 871 € 588 kr 88451 ₪ 2323 ¥ 99571 Mex$ 10623 NZ$ 1043 NOK 6870 zł 2506 S$ 861 kr 6855 $ 640 5 $ 967 £ 510 $ 882 € 595 kr 89593 ₪ 2353 ¥ 100857 Mex$ 10760 NZ$ 1056 NOK 6959 zł 2538 S$ 872 kr 6943 $ 648 $ 975 £ 514 $ 890 € 601 kr 90355 ₪ 2373 ¥ 101714 Mex$ 10852 NZ$ 1065 NOK 7018 zł 2560 S$ 879 kr 7002 $ 653 $ 975 £ 514 $ 890 € 601 kr 90355 ₪ 2373 ¥ 101714 Mex$ 10852 NZ$ 1065 NOK 7018 zł 2560 S$ 879 kr 7002 $ 653 $ 954 £ 503 $ 871 € 588 kr 88451 ₪ 2323 ¥ 99571 Mex$ 10623 NZ$ 1043 NOK 6870 zł 2506 S$ 861 kr 6855 $ 640 $ 913 £ 482 $ 833 € 563 kr 84644 ₪ 2223 ¥ 95284 Mex$ 10166 NZ$ 998 NOK 6574 zł 2398 S$ 824 kr 6560 $ 612 6 - 8 $ 852 £ 449 $ 777 € 525 kr 78932 ₪ 2073 ¥ 88855 Mex$ 9480 NZ$ 930 NOK 6130 zł 2236 S$ 768 kr 6117 $ 571 $ 934 £ 493 $ 852 € 575 kr 86547 ₪ 2273 ¥ 97428 Mex$ 10394 NZ$ 1020 NOK 6722 zł 2452 S$ 842 kr 6707 $ 626 $ 934 £ 493 $ 852 € 575 kr 86547 ₪ 2273 ¥ 97428 Mex$ 10394 NZ$ 1020 NOK 6722 zł 2452 S$ 842 kr 6707 $ 626 $ 913 £ 482 $ 833 € 563 kr 84644 ₪ 2223 ¥ 95284 Mex$ 10166 NZ$ 998 NOK 6574 zł 2398 S$ 824 kr 6560 $ 612 $ 893 £ 471 $ 815 € 550 kr 82740 ₪ 2173 ¥ 93141 Mex$ 9937 NZ$ 975 NOK 6426 zł 2344 S$ 805 kr 6412 $ 598 Single supplement:* $ 546 £ 288 $ 499 € 337 kr 50641 ₪ 1330 ¥ 57008 Mex$ 6082 NZ$ 597 NOK 3933 zł 1435 S$ 493 kr 3925 $ 366
*Please note that solo travelers will also pay a single supplement.
6 Day Tour
Group Size Thurs Fri Sat 1 $ 2627 £ 1385 $ 2,397 € 1618 kr 243422 ₪ 6393 ¥ 274023 Mex$ 29235 NZ$ 2869 NOK 18906 zł 6897 S$ 2369 kr 18864 $ 1,760 $ 2627 £ 1385 $ 2,397 € 1618 kr 243422 ₪ 6393 ¥ 274023 Mex$ 29235 NZ$ 2869 NOK 18906 zł 6897 S$ 2369 kr 18864 $ 1,760 $ 2627 £ 1385 $ 2,397 € 1618 kr 243422 ₪ 6393 ¥ 274023 Mex$ 29235 NZ$ 2869 NOK 18906 zł 6897 S$ 2369 kr 18864 $ 1,760 2 $ 1826 £ 963 $ 1,666 € 1124 kr 169173 ₪ 4443 ¥ 190440 Mex$ 20318 NZ$ 1994 NOK 13139 zł 4793 S$ 1647 kr 13110 $ 1,223 $ 1805 £ 952 $ 1,647 € 1112 kr 167269 ₪ 4393 ¥ 188297 Mex$ 20089 NZ$ 1972 NOK 12991 zł 4739 S$ 1628 kr 12963 $ 1,210 $ 1764 £ 930 $ 1,610 € 1086 kr 163461 ₪ 4293 ¥ 184011 Mex$ 19632 NZ$ 1927 NOK 12696 zł 4631 S$ 1591 kr 12668 $ 1,182 3 $ 1559 £ 822 $ 1,422 € 960 kr 144423 ₪ 3793 ¥ 162579 Mex$ 17345 NZ$ 1702 NOK 11217 zł 4092 S$ 1406 kr 11192 $ 1,044 $ 1538 £ 811 $ 1,403 € 947 kr 142519 ₪ 3743 ¥ 160436 Mex$ 17117 NZ$ 1680 NOK 11069 zł 4038 S$ 1387 kr 11045 $ 1,031 $ 1497 £ 789 $ 1,366 € 922 kr 138712 ₪ 3643 ¥ 156150 Mex$ 16659 NZ$ 1635 NOK 10773 zł 3930 S$ 1350 kr 10750 $ 1,003 4 $ 1415 £ 746 $ 1,291 € 871 kr 131097 ₪ 3443 ¥ 147577 Mex$ 15745 NZ$ 1545 NOK 10182 zł 3714 S$ 1276 kr 10160 $ 948 $ 1394 £ 735 $ 1,272 € 859 kr 129193 ₪ 3393 ¥ 145434 Mex$ 15516 NZ$ 1523 NOK 10034 zł 3660 S$ 1257 kr 10012 $ 934 $ 1374 £ 724 $ 1,253 € 846 kr 127289 ₪ 3343 ¥ 143291 Mex$ 15287 NZ$ 1500 NOK 9886 zł 3606 S$ 1239 kr 9864 $ 920 5 $ 1374 £ 724 $ 1,253 € 846 kr 127289 ₪ 3343 ¥ 143291 Mex$ 15287 NZ$ 1500 NOK 9886 zł 3606 S$ 1239 kr 9864 $ 920 $ 1353 £ 714 $ 1,235 € 833 kr 125385 ₪ 3293 ¥ 141148 Mex$ 15059 NZ$ 1478 NOK 9738 zł 3552 S$ 1220 kr 9717 $ 907 $ 1312 £ 692 $ 1,197 € 808 kr 121578 ₪ 3193 ¥ 136862 Mex$ 14601 NZ$ 1433 NOK 9443 zł 3445 S$ 1183 kr 9422 $ 879 6 - 8 $ 1312 £ 692 $ 1,197 € 808 kr 121578 ₪ 3193 ¥ 136862 Mex$ 14601 NZ$ 1433 NOK 9443 zł 3445 S$ 1183 kr 9422 $ 879 $ 1291 £ 681 $ 1,178 € 795 kr 119674 ₪ 3143 ¥ 134718 Mex$ 14373 NZ$ 1411 NOK 9295 zł 3391 S$ 1165 kr 9274 $ 865 $ 1271 £ 670 $ 1,160 € 783 kr 117770 ₪ 3093 ¥ 132575 Mex$ 14144 NZ$ 1388 NOK 9147 zł 3337 S$ 1146 kr 9127 $ 852 Single supplement:* $ 760 £ 401 $ 694 € 468 kr 70441 ₪ 1850 ¥ 79297 Mex$ 8460 NZ$ 830 NOK 5471 zł 1996 S$ 686 kr 5459 $ 509
*Please note that solo travelers will also pay a single supplement.
Extra Info
Skill Level — Easy–Moderate
This tour is presented with two different options. One is an easier 6-day option, the other, the standard 5-day itinerary, rated as moderate. The trail is not just one trail but is a connection of existing local trails, all of which are well marked. The highest elevation of the tour is at 1200 meters ASL (Mount Meron).
Airport Info
The closest international airport to your tour start in Nahariya is Ben Gurion Aiport in Tel Aviv, Israel.
Local Travel
Ben Gurion Airport is the main international airport in Israel, located on the northern outskirts of the city of Lod, about 45 km northwest of Jerusalem and 20 km southeast of Tel Aviv. Tel Aviv Airport Train station can be found just at the lower part of terminal 3 and is connected to Tel Aviv and to other parts north.
Climate
Please check local conditions before your arrival. Israel’s northern and coastal areas have a Mediterranean climate characterized by hot and dry summers and cool, rainy winters. Weather in and around Nahariya is influenced by the sea. April and May’s average highs are around 22-25 C / 72-77 F. June through September and even October will experience highs of approximately 27-30 C / 81-86 F. This tour is scheduled during the off-season to take advantage of cooler temperatures.
Recommended
The last overnight on the evening of Day 5 is not included in your tour price. Assuming you would like to spend the last overnight near the Sea of Galilee, there are many hotels around the lake in a variety of price levels and character. You can choose any hotel/lodge you like within a maximum distance of 40 kilometers from Safed and your luggage will be transferred from your hotel in Safed to your chosen accommodation. (Transfer up to 40 km is included in the price offer). May we suggest Booking.com for arranging your overnight accommodations?
Remarks
We can also offer you a backpacker version of this tour with no luggage transfer. If interested, please ask!
Important to know
Travel Documents
It is each traveler's responsibility to ensure that you are in compliance with the country or countries you plan to visit. This includes and is not limited to passport validity, visa requirements and acquisition, blank passport pages required for your destination (s), etc. All travelers from Europe, the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand do not need to obtain a visa prior to arriving in Israel. Tourist( B2) visas are automatically granted upon entry. These tourist visas are valid for 90 days, and only apply to a national and official passport. They are not a stamp, but a paper slip you should hold onto for the duration of your visit.
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