Nazareth & Sea of Galilee Shore Excursion
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Nazareth's historical landmarks
- Visit the Sea of Galilee's iconic sites
- Enjoy scenic views of the Jordan River
- Experience the Mount of Beatitudes
- Discover the ancient city of Capernaum
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided tour of Nazareth's historical sites
- Visit to the Sea of Galilee's iconic locations
- Round-trip transportation from Haifa Port
- Meals and personal expenses
Itinerary
You will visit the magnificent Church of the Annunciation which stands on what is believed to have been the childhood home of the Virgin Mary.
Nazareth is called in the New Testament the hometown of Mary and Joseph, and later the city where Jesus spent the first years of his life
Explore the 1st-century grotto dwelling under Saint Joseph’s Church. According to tradition, Mary, Joseph, and their son Jesus may once have lived here
The Mount of Beatitudes overlooks the Sea of Galilee and today is crowned with a beautiful church. It was on the slopes of this mount that Jesus is believed to have given the Sermon on the Mount. The church we see today was built in the 1930s and designed by renowned architect Antonio Barhuzzi.
Pass by: The tour takes you to the edge of the Sea of Galilee, and the Mount of Beatitudes. Here you can picture Jesus preaching to his followers. Visit the Beatitudes Church that looks out over the Sea of Galilee.
In Tabgha we tour the Multiplication Church where Jesus miraculously shared five loaves and two fish between thousands of followers.
Visit Kfar Nachum (Capernaum), once the hometown of Peter, Andrew, John, and James. Here Jesus based himself during his ministry; exorcised demons and healed the slave of a Roman centurion. The main Christian sites in Capernaum today are the excavated Byzantine village; the remains of a 1st-century synagogue and an octagonal church built around the remains of what is believed to have been Saint Peter's home.
At the southernmost point of the sea where the River Jordan flows out of the Kinneret is the baptismal site Yardenit. If there is enough time you may be baptized here as Jesus was.
Important information
Know before you book
- This tour is conducted in English; please ensure you understand the language.
- The tour involves walking; a moderate level of fitness is recommended.
- Please inform the operator of any dietary restrictions in advance.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes suitable for uneven terrain.
- Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect against the sun.
- Carry a bottle of water to stay hydrated throughout the day.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Traveler reviews
First Class response to a difficult situation. Totally Recommended
We were unfortunate enough to be in Israel when the Hamas attack took place. We had just boarded our BeinHarim Tour bus and were headed for our first stop when the guide received the telephone call and we had to abandon the tour and be taken back to our Cruise Ship. BeinHarim were top class throughout. They got us back safely and then, as we had booked direct through them, processed full refunds for us for both this tour and the one we had booked two days later to Jerusalem from Ashdod. The refunds were back on my card within 3 days. I will certainly use BeinHarim again when I return to Israel to complete the tours I was unable to take this time around. First Class Customer Service
Moment of clarity
Swimming in the river Jordan was a high light for me also visiting all the places that Jesus performed his miracles was a seminal moment for me, it give me great pause as I reflected on where I was and what was before my eyes. Jonathan our tour guide he was very knowledgeable, accommodating & multi-lingual, he was patient with our friend who is not very mobile but this trip meant so much to her and he helped her fulfill her dream. So a big Kudos to him. Will definitely recommend this tour to anyone
Excellent trip
This tour was so nice. Our tour guide Jonathan was so informative, kind and smart in organising the time to cover all the mentioned locations in this tour. We enjoyed it and recommended
Haifa live with the mythical
A very pleasant excursion where we found many points of interest. Mythical moments encounter with the past.
Unmissable route, fantastic guide
Excellent guide, great knowledge of history and the country. Super interesting route. We had time left over for lunch at a buffet that was nothing special