How to Spend 5 Days in Israel

A lot of people choose Israel as their vacationing spot. Even if you have less than 5 days to spend in the country, you can visit a myriad of sites especially if you choose one day Israel tours. Once you land at the Tel Aviv airport, stay in the city and you will definitely witness some of the best Tel Aviv attractions around you. In order to visit the rest of the country, you can join our best day trips from hotels in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Herzliya and Netanya, to explore the most spectacular destinations of Israel, like Jerusalem, Masada, Dead Sea, Bethlehem, Nazareth, Caesarea, Galilee, Golan Heights and more.

Here is how you can cover the whole of Israel in five days only.

Day One

You need one whole day to see the landmarks and historical sites in the city of Jerusalem. Some of the country’s finest sites are present in the city. Christian travelers can witness the exquisiteness of holy and Biblical sites on the Mount of Olives and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Visitors will also get a chance to visit the Western Wall that is considered as the most sacred Jewish place in the entire world. For Muslim travelers, tours can take you to visit Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock. Regardless of your religion, it is advised that all visitors must spend a day in Jerusalem and explore the heritage sites in the Old City. If you love art, the Israel Museum is the right spot for you. Moreover, if you wish to learn more about Holocaust, the Yad VaShem Museum must be visited.

Day Two

The Dead Sea and Masada are the two most beautiful locations in Southern Israel. You can plan your tour in such a way that you can visit both the sites in one say. Other remarkable sites include the baptismal site of Qasr el Yehud and Jericho. Most of the Christian travelers usually plan a day tour to Bethlehem and the Dead Sea. Apart from that, you can also combine your tour with Bethlehem followed by a visit to Jerusalem or Jericho.

Day Three

Visit the beautiful attractions around the Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights in one day tour. For Christian visitors, you can also go to Nazareth. Yardenit, present in the northern side, can also be included in the itinerary.

Day Four

The tour around the coastal cities of Caesarea will take you to an ancient Roman port city. Not only that, visitors will be to go to Baha’I Gardens, Haifa, the Crusader city of Acre and the sea caves of Rosh HaNikra.

Day Five

A one day tour to Petra, Jordan would be a perfect way to end your trip after spending the last four days in Israel. One the other hand, if you have been busy exploring the rest of Israel, save your last day to explore Tel Aviv. Exquisite beaches, markets and historic Bauhuas architecture are the defining features of Tel Aviv.