ISRAEL DESERT TOUR DELIGHT

Two days of Adventure by Jeep to Explore the Negev Desert of Israel

Exploring the Negev Desert of Israel will take you on an incredible journey by jeep through stunning landscapes, as you discover Israel's history, archaeology, and geology, and encounter its wildlife and vegetation. This once-in-a-lifetime adventure will enable you to experience "a little bit of everything", while giving you a larger appreciation for Israel, its fascinating history, and its incredible natural beauty.

Sunday  Jerusalem - Dead Sea - Nahal Hemar - Nahal Sdom - Ein Yerakam - Makhtesh Katan - Makhtesh Gadol

Departure from Tel Aviv. Continue to Jerusalem and Dead Sea. A brief stop at Ein Gedi. The tour begins with the following route: Nahal Hemar (a stream featuring a cave with archeological finds from Neolithic times), Nahal Sdom (a stream), Mt. Sodom observation point (including the biblical story of Sodom and Gomorrah). Stop for rest and refreshments. Continue to the following sites: Ein Yerakam (a desert spring, camel trail from the Nabatean era), Makhtesh Katan (the Small Crater – unique geological erosional landform), Makhtesh Gadol (the Large Crater, including the multicolored sands and petrified trees). Kibbutz Mashabei Sadeh Country Lodging (or similar) – dinner and overnight stay.

Monday  Ovdat - Ramon Crater - Nahal Ramon - Mt. Gvanim - Ein Saharonim - Nahal Ardon - Ben Gurion's memorial - Ein Akev

Breakfast. We will begin the day with a tour of Ovdat – an ancient Nabataean city on the ancient incense route, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue to the observation point at the Ramon Crater and visits to the following sites: Nahal Ramon (one of two streams that drain the spectacular Makhtesh Ramon), Mt. Gvanim (fossils) and Nahal Gvanim (a stream), Ein Saharonim (a tiny spring found in the Ramon Crater, with lush vegetation and wildlife) + the Saharonim fort, Nahal Ardon (a stream with rare volcanic intrusions known as dikes). Hospitality and light lunch at a Bedouin tent. Visit to Ben Gurion's memorial (the graves of David Ben Gurion, Israel’s first prime minister, and his wife Paula, with breathtaking views of the Tzin Canyon and Ovdat Highland). Ein Akev (desert spring and waterfall). Return to Central Israel.

Terms & Conditions

• Guaranteed departure for a minimum of 2 participants, and minimum 10 days advance booking.
• Pick-up is available from most hotels in Tel Aviv and Jerusalem, and all Dead Sea hotels.
• Pick-up and drop-off will be from/to the same hotel. Drop-off at a different location is available at an extra fee.
• Available for children aged 12 and over. Families with children below the age of 12 have the option to book a private tour.
• Due to limited space in the jeeps, one overnight bag is permitted per person. Other luggage can be stored in the hotel's luggage storage room.
• Please bring the following: bathing suit, sunscreen, hat, comfortable walking shoes, and warm clothing (also in the summer, for cool desert nights).
• Jeep desert tours include driving on off-road tracks and through bumpy terrain. They are therefore not recommended for pregnant women, and for people with back and/or neck problems.
• The tour is guided in English only.

Season Periods:

REGULAR SEASON:

• 1.3.12 - 18.4.12  
• 26.4.12 - 7.6.12
•  9.6.12 - 21.7.12
• 1.9.12 - 28.9.12
• 2.10.12 - 12.10.12
• 21.10.12 - 1.11.12

HIGH SEASON:

• 18.4.11 - 26.4.12
• 7.6.11 - 9.6.12
• 21.7.11 - 1.9.12
• 28.9.11 - 2.10.12
• 12.10.11 - 21.10.12

LOW SEASON:

• 1.11.11 - 1.3.12

Including

• 2 day guided tour in the desert in 4x4 jeep (max 7 passenger per jeep)
• 1 night's accommodation including dinner and breakfast
• 1 light lunch in a Bedouin tent

Excluding

• Overseas travel or medical insurance.

Important Notes

• Valid from March 1st 2012 to March 1st 2013