Western Wall , Jerusalem , Israel
Suez Canal Crossing : Israel , Egypt , Jordan & the Red Sea
Israel : Tel Aviv , Jaffa , Haifa , Golan Heights , Jerusalem | Egypt : Suez Canal , Giza , Luxor | Jordan : Aqaba , Wadi Rum , Petra , Mount Nebo , Dead Sea | Allenby Bridge Border Crossing | Travel Aboard Our Privately Owned 89-Passenger M / V Clio
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In a small group of 20-25 travelers maximum ( average of 22 ), journey to lands traversed by prophets , pilgrims , and pharaohs since the dawn of civilization — and discover the rich cultural , religious , and historic tapestries that await . At the heart of your adventure is a six-night cruise aboard the 89-passenger M / V Clio . Cruise in comfort from the crystalline Mediterranean , to the storied Suez Canal and the Red Sea , and experience the greatest marvels this region has to offer .
WHAT TO EXPECT
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ITINERARY
DAY 1 • Depart U . S . Depart today on your flight to Tel Aviv , Israel .
DAY 2 • Tel Aviv Arrive in Tel Aviv and transfer to your hotel . Meet travelers who took our Palestinian Discovery : Ramallah , Jericho & Bethlehem pre-trip extension .
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DAY 3 • Yitzhak Rabin Center • Tel Aviv Visit the Yitzhak Rabin Center , a museum , library , and a memorial to a prime minister whose life was tragically cut short . After , embark on a panoramic tour of Tel Aviv , concluding at the Carmel Market .
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DAY 4 • Tel Aviv • Controversial Topic : Humanity before politics • Jaffa Meet with an Israeli humanitarian and learn about a Controversial Topic : Encouraging peace and reconciliation between Israeli and Palestinian people . Then , take a walking tour of Jaffa , one of the world ’ s oldest ports , and venture to the colorful Jaffa Flea Market .
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DAY 5 • Tel Aviv • Caesarea • Haifa • Home- Hosted Lunch • Embark ship Depart Tel Aviv to tour the ruins of Caesarea . Continue on to Haifa , beginning your visit at the Baha ’ i Gardens . Then , connect with local residents when you join a family for a Home-Hosted Lunch . Later , embark the Clio , your home during your cruise .
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DAY 6 • Haifa • Sea of Galilee • Golan Heights Discover holy sites along the Sea of Galilee , including Capernaum , home to two ancient synagogues . Then , continue on to Golan Heights , a mountainous region that was the site of fierce fighting between the Syrians and Israelis during the Yom Kippur War .
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DAY 7 • At sea • Port Said , Egypt Cruise toward Port Said , the gateway to the Suez Canal . Later , your ship will reach the assembly point for the Suez Canal crossing and drop anchor as we wait for other ships to join the convoy .
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DAY 8 • Suez Canal Crossing • Ain Sokhna Your convoy started traversing the Suez Canal last night while you were sleeping , and today it will conclude the passage around lunchtime . Your Trip Experience Leader will provide commentary
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