With the safety of our guests and leaders in mind, we are not currently offering trips in Israel. 

Israel Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

With the safety of our guests and leaders in mind, we are not currently offering trips in Israel. 

Israel Bike Tour

Couples, Friends & Solos

Small Group Adventures for:

Couples, Friends & Solos Adults 18+

Women's Adventures Women 18+

Families with Young Adults 20s & Beyond Best for ages 20+ (min. age 18)

Families with Older Teens & 20s Best for ages 17-23 (min. age 14)

Families with Teens & Kids Best for ages 9-17 (min. age 4)

Activity Levels 2-4

We categorize our trips based on a range of activity levels from leisurely (1) to avid (5) with plenty of options in between.

Premiere Hotels

Premiere Hotels - From lavish luxury to on-trend boutique, offering experiences as unique as the regions we explore.

Casual Plus Hotels - A step above Casual but not quite Premiere.

Casual Hotels - Known for their character, charm and proximity to outdoor adventures and Backroads activities.

Small Luxury Ships - Unpack once and cover more distance on an intimate ship with spacious staterooms and superb amenities.

Ancient Wonders: Sea of Galilee to Old Jerusalem

Israel will captivate you at every turn. Delve into this place shaped by prophets, kings and crusaders. Discover a rich tapestry of cultures. And explore a diverse landscape, from the azure Mediterranean to the green hills of the Golan Heights, via the unique perspective that only a bicycle can offer.

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Highlights

  • Bike along the sparkling Jordan River and through the beautiful Judean Hills, an area rich in marvelous archaeological treasures of the ancient world
  • Savor an exceptional Shabbat dinner and sample diverse cuisine—from modern Israeli to traditional Lebanese and Druze—whose roots date back millennia
  • Taste contemporary wines and pedal along quiet vineyard-lined roads in a region where grapes have been cultivated and fermented since biblical times
  • Engage with our local friends and experience an authentic, intimate and historically enlightening connection to this epic land and its vibrant people
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Israel

Start/End Tel Aviv

Airports & Travel details*

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Itinerary

Day 1

Description

Bike along the famous Tel Aviv Promenade and north across the coastal plain • Embark on a short walking tour through the enchanting streets of the Old City of Jaffa and Jaffa Port • Dine on innovative, modern Israeli cuisine beside the Mediterranean.

Accommodations

Night 1

Elma Arts Complex Luxury Hotel
Zikhron Ya'akov

This arts-focused hotel features splendid views of forests and the Mediterranean Sea. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 2-3

Description

Ride on quiet rural roads lined with vineyards and orchards in the heart of the upper Galilee • Chat with members of the Arab-Israeli community • Witness the crumbling remains of Bar'am, one of Israel's oldest synagogues • Bike past vineyards near the Lebanese border and taste local wines • Wander the cobblestone lanes of entrancing Safed, the highest city in Israel and one of Judaism's four holy cities • Savor traditional Arab sweets in the Druze village of Mas'ade • Take in views of Syria and a memorial from the Yom Kippur War • Gear up for a unique experience at an authentic kibbutz.

Accommodations

Nights 2-3

Kibbutz Merom Golan
Golan Heights

Enjoy the simple guest cabins on this kibbutz, ideally located in the northern part of the Golan Heights on the slopes of Mount Bental. (pool)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Day 4

Description

A thrilling downhill route leads to the Sea of Galilee, Israel's largest freshwater lake • Behold epic biblical landscapes from our relaxing lakeside hotel.

Accommodations

Night 4

Setai, Sea of Galilee
Sea of Galilee

Set at the water's edge, these beautiful spa villas are surrounded by archaeological ruins and peaceful nature reserves. (pool, spa)

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Days 5-7

Description

Get to know the old city of Jerusalem on a private walking tour • Enjoy a bike ride along the Jordan River • In Jerusalem, see the Western Wall as the sun sets, marking the beginning of Shabbat • Cycle into the Judean Hills accompanied by a multitude of local bicyclists • A special Shabbat dinner awaits tonight • Picturesque Ein Karem village is a delight to explore on foot.

Accommodations

Nights 5-6

Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
Jerusalem, Israel

With a striking blend of Greco-Roman, Gothic and Ottoman architecture, this luxurious property is nestled in the heart of Jerusalem. Travel + Leisure World's Best Award.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

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Straight Talk

We want to make sure you're on the trip that's right for you. Every Backroads trip is unique and this one is no exception.

Accommodations

On this Premiere trip, we've included a two-night stay at Kibbutz Merom Golan, which is a simple Casual Hotel. Though humble, Merom Golan offers a great location, warm hospitality, strong cultural character and phenomenal views.

Biking in Israel
While our trip emphasizes the richness of culture throughout the country's varied landscape and social terrain, be prepared for bustling intersections, occasional truck traffic, new development and litter. Israel is a diverse and rapidly changing society working to intertwine its long history and modern expansion.

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Hotels

World-Class Hotels

Our hand-selected Premiere hotels offer exceptional hospitality and experiences as special as the regions we explore.

Hotels may vary based on departure. Any variations will be displayed when selecting a departure under Dates & Prices.

Night 1

Elma Arts Complex Luxury Hotel
Zikhron Ya'akov

This arts-focused hotel features splendid views of forests and the Mediterranean Sea. (pool, spa)

Nights 2-3

Kibbutz Merom Golan
Golan Heights

Enjoy the simple guest cabins on this kibbutz, ideally located in the northern part of the Golan Heights on the slopes of Mount Bental. (pool)

Night 4

Setai, Sea of Galilee
Sea of Galilee

Set at the water's edge, these beautiful spa villas are surrounded by archaeological ruins and peaceful nature reserves. (pool, spa)

Nights 5-6

Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem
Jerusalem, Israel

With a striking blend of Greco-Roman, Gothic and Ottoman architecture, this luxurious property is nestled in the heart of Jerusalem. Travel + Leisure World's Best Award.

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