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 $ 1589 £ 836 $ 1,434 € 974 kr 146493 ₪ 3823 ¥ 160567 Mex$ 17805 NZ$ 1745 NOK 11408 zł 4218 S$ 1415 kr 11317 $ 1,049 $ 1651 £ 869 $ 1,490 € 1012 kr 152241 ₪ 3973 ¥ 166867 Mex$ 18504 NZ$ 1813 NOK 11856 zł 4383 S$ 1471 kr 11761 $ 1,090 $ 1693 £ 891 $ 1,528 € 1038 kr 156073 ₪ 4073 ¥ 171067 Mex$ 18970 NZ$ 1859 NOK 12154 zł 4494 S$ 1508 kr 12057 $ 1,118 $ 1693 £ 891 $ 1,528 € 1038 kr 156073 ₪ 4073 ¥ 171067 Mex$ 18970 NZ$ 1859 NOK 12154 zł 4494 S$ 1508 kr 12057 $ 1,118 $ 1714 £ 902 $ 1,546 € 1051 kr 157989 ₪ 4123 ¥ 173167 Mex$ 19203 NZ$ 1882 NOK 12304 zł 4549 S$ 1526 kr 12205 $ 1,131 2 $ 1153 £ 606 $ 1,040 € 707 kr 106259 ₪ 2773 ¥ 116467 Mex$ 12915 NZ$ 1266 NOK 8275 zł 3059 S$ 1027 kr 8209 $ 761 $ 1236 £ 650 $ 1,115 € 758 kr 113922 ₪ 2973 ¥ 124867 Mex$ 13847 NZ$ 1357 NOK 8872 zł 3280 S$ 1101 kr 8801 $ 816 $ 1236 £ 650 $ 1,115 € 758 kr 113922 ₪ 2973 ¥ 124867 Mex$ 13847 NZ$ 1357 NOK 8872 zł 3280 S$ 1101 kr 8801 $ 816 $ 1215 £ 639 $ 1,096 € 745 kr 112006 ₪ 2923 ¥ 122767 Mex$ 13614 NZ$ 1334 NOK 8723 zł 3225 S$ 1082 kr 8653 $ 802 $ 1173 £ 617 $ 1,059 € 719 kr 108174 ₪ 2823 ¥ 118567 Mex$ 13148 NZ$ 1288 NOK 8424 zł 3115 S$ 1045 kr 8357 $ 775 3 $ 1090 £ 574 $ 984 € 668 kr 100511 ₪ 2623 ¥ 110167 Mex$ 12216 NZ$ 1197 NOK 7827 zł 2894 S$ 971 kr 7765 $ 720 $ 1090 £ 574 $ 984 € 668 kr 100511 ₪ 2623 ¥ 110167 Mex$ 12216 NZ$ 1197 NOK 7827 zł 2894 S$ 971 kr 7765 $ 720 $ 1090 £ 574 $ 984 € 668 kr 100511 ₪ 2623 ¥ 110167 Mex$ 12216 NZ$ 1197 NOK 7827 zł 2894 S$ 971 kr 7765 $ 720 $ 1069 £ 563 $ 965 € 656 kr 98595 ₪ 2573 ¥ 108067 Mex$ 11984 NZ$ 1174 NOK 7678 zł 2839 S$ 953 kr 7617 $ 706 $ 1028 £ 541 $ 928 € 630 kr 94763 ₪ 2473 ¥ 103867 Mex$ 11518 NZ$ 1129 NOK 7380 zł 2728 S$ 916 kr 7321 $ 679 4 $ 924 £ 486 $ 834 € 566 kr 85183 ₪ 2223 ¥ 93367 Mex$ 10353 NZ$ 1015 NOK 6634 zł 2453 S$ 823 kr 6581 $ 610 $ 1007 £ 530 $ 909 € 617 kr 92847 ₪ 2423 ¥ 101767 Mex$ 11285 NZ$ 1106 NOK 7231 zł 2673 S$ 897 kr 7173 $ 665 $ 968 £ 509 $ 874 € 594 kr 89283 ₪ 2330 ¥ 97861 Mex$ 10852 NZ$ 1063 NOK 6953 zł 2571 S$ 863 kr 6897 $ 639 $ 986 £ 519 $ 890 € 605 kr 90931 ₪ 2373 ¥ 99667 Mex$ 11052 NZ$ 1083 NOK 7081 zł 2618 S$ 879 kr 7025 $ 651 $ 966 £ 508 $ 871 € 592 kr 89015 ₪ 2323 ¥ 97567 Mex$ 10819 NZ$ 1060 NOK 6932 zł 2563 S$ 860 kr 6877 $ 637 5 $ 978 £ 515 $ 883 € 600 kr 90165 ₪ 2353 ¥ 98827 Mex$ 10959 NZ$ 1074 NOK 7022 zł 2596 S$ 871 kr 6965 $ 646 $ 986 £ 519 $ 890 € 605 kr 90931 ₪ 2373 ¥ 99667 Mex$ 11052 NZ$ 1083 NOK 7081 zł 2618 S$ 879 kr 7025 $ 651 $ 986 £ 519 $ 890 € 605 kr 90931 ₪ 2373 ¥ 99667 Mex$ 11052 NZ$ 1083 NOK 7081 zł 2618 S$ 879 kr 7025 $ 651 $ 966 £ 508 $ 871 € 592 kr 89015 ₪ 2323 ¥ 97567 Mex$ 10819 NZ$ 1060 NOK 6932 zł 2563 S$ 860 kr 6877 $ 637 $ 924 £ 486 $ 834 € 566 kr 85183 ₪ 2223 ¥ 93367 Mex$ 10353 NZ$ 1015 NOK 6634 zł 2453 S$ 823 kr 6581 $ 610 6 - 8 $ 862 £ 453 $ 777 € 528 kr 79435 ₪ 2073 ¥ 87066 Mex$ 9655 NZ$ 946 NOK 6186 zł 2287 S$ 767 kr 6137 $ 569 $ 945 £ 497 $ 852 € 579 kr 87099 ₪ 2273 ¥ 95467 Mex$ 10586 NZ$ 1037 NOK 6783 zł 2508 S$ 841 kr 6729 $ 624 $ 945 £ 497 $ 852 € 579 kr 87099 ₪ 2273 ¥ 95467 Mex$ 10586 NZ$ 1037 NOK 6783 zł 2508 S$ 841 kr 6729 $ 624 $ 924 £ 486 $ 834 € 566 kr 85183 ₪ 2223 ¥ 93367 Mex$ 10353 NZ$ 1015 NOK 6634 zł 2453 S$ 823 kr 6581 $ 610 $ 903 £ 475 $ 815 € 554 kr 83267 ₪ 2173 ¥ 91267 Mex$ 10121 NZ$ 992 NOK 6485 zł 2397 S$ 804 kr 6433 $ 596 Single supplement:* $ 553 £ 291 $ 499 € 339 kr 50964 ₪ 1330 ¥ 55860 Mex$ 6194 NZ$ 607 NOK 3969 zł 1467 S$ 492 kr 3937 $ 365
*Please note that solo travelers will also pay a single supplement.
6 Day Tour
Group Size Thurs Fri Sat 1 $ 2657 £ 1398 $ 2,398 € 1629 kr 244973 ₪ 6393 ¥ 268507 Mex$ 29775 NZ$ 2918 NOK 19078 zł 7053 S$ 2367 kr 18925 $ 1,754 $ 2657 £ 1398 $ 2,398 € 1629 kr 244973 ₪ 6393 ¥ 268507 Mex$ 29775 NZ$ 2918 NOK 19078 zł 7053 S$ 2367 kr 18925 $ 1,754 $ 2657 £ 1398 $ 2,398 € 1629 kr 244973 ₪ 6393 ¥ 268507 Mex$ 29775 NZ$ 2918 NOK 19078 zł 7053 S$ 2367 kr 18925 $ 1,754 2 $ 1847 £ 972 $ 1,666 € 1132 kr 170251 ₪ 4443 ¥ 186607 Mex$ 20693 NZ$ 2028 NOK 13258 zł 4902 S$ 1645 kr 13152 $ 1,219 $ 1826 £ 961 $ 1,648 € 1119 kr 168335 ₪ 4393 ¥ 184507 Mex$ 20460 NZ$ 2005 NOK 13109 zł 4847 S$ 1626 kr 13004 $ 1,205 $ 1784 £ 939 $ 1,610 € 1094 kr 164503 ₪ 4293 ¥ 180307 Mex$ 19994 NZ$ 1959 NOK 12811 zł 4736 S$ 1589 kr 12708 $ 1,178 3 $ 1577 £ 829 $ 1,423 € 967 kr 145344 ₪ 3793 ¥ 159307 Mex$ 17666 NZ$ 1731 NOK 11319 zł 4185 S$ 1404 kr 11228 $ 1,041 $ 1556 £ 818 $ 1,404 € 954 kr 143428 ₪ 3743 ¥ 157207 Mex$ 17433 NZ$ 1708 NOK 11170 zł 4130 S$ 1386 kr 11080 $ 1,027 $ 1514 £ 797 $ 1,366 € 928 kr 139596 ₪ 3643 ¥ 153007 Mex$ 16967 NZ$ 1663 NOK 10871 zł 4019 S$ 1349 kr 10784 $ 1,000 4 $ 1431 £ 753 $ 1,291 € 877 kr 131932 ₪ 3443 ¥ 144607 Mex$ 16036 NZ$ 1571 NOK 10274 zł 3799 S$ 1275 kr 10192 $ 945 $ 1410 £ 742 $ 1,273 € 865 kr 130016 ₪ 3393 ¥ 142507 Mex$ 15803 NZ$ 1549 NOK 10125 zł 3743 S$ 1256 kr 10044 $ 931 $ 1390 £ 731 $ 1,254 € 852 kr 128100 ₪ 3343 ¥ 140407 Mex$ 15570 NZ$ 1526 NOK 9976 zł 3688 S$ 1238 kr 9896 $ 917 5 $ 1390 £ 731 $ 1,254 € 852 kr 128100 ₪ 3343 ¥ 140407 Mex$ 15570 NZ$ 1526 NOK 9976 zł 3688 S$ 1238 kr 9896 $ 917 $ 1369 £ 720 $ 1,235 € 839 kr 126184 ₪ 3293 ¥ 138307 Mex$ 15337 NZ$ 1503 NOK 9827 zł 3633 S$ 1219 kr 9748 $ 904 $ 1327 £ 698 $ 1,198 € 814 kr 122353 ₪ 3193 ¥ 134107 Mex$ 14871 NZ$ 1457 NOK 9528 zł 3523 S$ 1182 kr 9452 $ 876 6 - 8 $ 1327 £ 698 $ 1,198 € 814 kr 122353 ₪ 3193 ¥ 134107 Mex$ 14871 NZ$ 1457 NOK 9528 zł 3523 S$ 1182 kr 9452 $ 876 $ 1306 £ 687 $ 1,179 € 801 kr 120437 ₪ 3143 ¥ 132007 Mex$ 14638 NZ$ 1434 NOK 9379 zł 3468 S$ 1164 kr 9304 $ 862 $ 1286 £ 676 $ 1,160 € 788 kr 118521 ₪ 3093 ¥ 129907 Mex$ 14405 NZ$ 1412 NOK 9230 zł 3412 S$ 1145 kr 9156 $ 849 Single supplement:* $ 769 £ 405 $ 694 € 471 kr 70890 ₪ 1850 ¥ 77700 Mex$ 8616 NZ$ 844 NOK 5521 zł 2041 S$ 685 kr 5476 $ 508
*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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