9:00-10:00 AM
Breakfast at hotel
10:00-10:15 AM
Meet your guide in hotel lobby and depart hotel
10:35-12:35 PM
The Gateway to the Land of Israel
Explore the ancient port city of Jaffa. For more than 5,000 years this magical port city, brimming with life, color, and excitement, served as the setting for the first leg of the journey for the sailors, pilgrims, and adventurers who “washed upon the shores” of the Holy Land and the place where Jonah the Prophet embarked on a journey that would become one of the most famous stories ever told.
12:45-2:45 PM
Carmel Market
Wind your way through the largest and busiest markert in Tel Aviv and in Israel – Shuk HaCarmel (Hebrew for “The Carmel Market”). Savor the noise, smells and excitement as you taste spices, pickled treats, fresh fruits & veggies, and some local delicacies. Whether you prefer salty or sweet, you will be able to try new foods and hear the stories of the vendors. Their stories hail from Morocco, Yemen, Ethiopia, and more, bringing an international flavor to the Middle East.
3:00-4:30 PM
Option 1: The Writings on the Wall
Come decipher the “writing on the walls” as you explore southern Tel Aviv’s bohemian neighborhoods. Discover graffiti, street signs, and bumper stickers filled with humorous Hebrew gems and insights into contemporary Israeli culture. The do’s and don’ts of Tel Aviv’s underground art scene intertwine with the history of this bustling and dynamic part of Tel Aviv.
Option 2: Nachalat Biyamin art walk – Explore Tel Aviv on your own
Get a taste of what the city of Tel Aviv has to offer by blending in with the local Tel Avivians who spend their days enjoying the city in its fullest form. The walk will take you through the historic neighborhood of Neve Tzedek, which was one of the first neighborhoods built in the “new” city of Tel Aviv back in 1887, one of the most beautiful areas of Tel Aviv. Take a look at the infamous Bauhaus style architecture and the unique buildings of this city, which add to the authenticity of it. Take a stroll around Dizingoff St and check out the famous roundabout. Explore the small boutique shops and cafes on Shenkin St.
4:30-4:45 PM
Return to Hotel
7:00-9:00 PM
Dinner (on own account)
Tel Aviv is the home off an everevolving culinary scene. It’s unique and exciting due to Israel’s cultural diversity combined with Israeli innovation. See and taste for yourself as you freely explore the streets of the city that never sleeps.
Overnight at Sheraton
