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Golan Heights
Located in the north of Israel bordered by Lebanon, Jordan and Syria, the Golan Heights are widely referred to as Israel's "pastoral countryside". The Golan Heights is a trendy getaway these days, as Israelis and tourists on an Israel tour alike escape there to connect with nature, leaving the stress of urban living far behind. Thanks to this surge of visitors, the region has developed in recent years an ever growing tourist industry, fully equip with a range of country-style B&Bs, spas and complimentary amenities, bicycle rentals, guided nature walks, horseback riding and much more.
Whether on a Bar Mitzvah tour, a family tour to Israel or even a Jewish heritage tour, whether a nature lover, one interested in history, or simply in need of a bit of pampering, the Golan Heights are the perfect destination to unwind after rigorously touring Israel's metropolitan cities (Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Jaffa).
Group Travel and Private Tours of Mount Hermon- A Ski Resort with a Rich History
With their rolling slopes and lush vegetation, the Golan Heights have been a strong point of contention between Israel and its neighbors. Since the Six Day War of 1967 however, the Golan Heights have been under Israeli jurisdiction and are an integral part of the State of Israel.
Mount Hermon, part of the Lebanese Mountain Range and the highest summit in the area, has been the most coveted landmarks of the region, in great part due to its importance as a strategic observation post. To the great benefit of the Israeli Defense Forces, the southern slopes of Mount Hermon have been (along with the Golan Heights) under Israeli control since the Six Day War.
A visit to Mount Hermon and to the adjacent Israeli-Lebanese border is sure to give you a sense of the mountain's importance to the safety of the Israeli towns that rest on its slopes. While on the slopes, take the time to visit the Druze village of Majdal Shams as well as the Jewish-Israeli town of Neve Ativ, and if traveling in winter make sure you set some time aside to hit the slopes in Israel's one and only Ski resort.
Picking Berries in the Golan Heights - A Great Family Tour to Israel
Much to our delight, it is no longer necessary to travel to the forests of Europe for a handful of berries. In recent years Israel has gotten on the bandwagon and made use of the good soil and comfortable weather of the Golan Heights to grow black and red berries. Berry season begins in May and runs through mid September.
During berry season many berry-growing farms throughout the Golan Heights allow visitors into their fields to handpick their own berries. The manual labor along with the prepacked picnics (arranged by the hosting farms upon request) will be a memorable addition to your Israeli tour.
Offroading in Golan Heights - The Perfect Bar Mitzvah Tour
When on a Bar Mitzvah tour to Israel you may be looking for an unforgettable adventure to enjoy with your birthday boy. What better escapade for a teenage boy than a jeep ride through the Golan slopes?
By offroading in the Golan prairie land, you will get down and dirty with nature and truly get a feel for the breathtaking beauty of Israel's northern plain.
Starting at the shores of the Sea of Galilee, try to incorporate into your trip the town of Qatzrin, also known as the "Capital of the Golan Heights". Here you can feast your eyes (as well as your taste buds) on the excellent wines of the Golan Heights Winery. Also in Qatzrin, you may enjoy a different kind of beverage, and one that will suit your children as well as yourself—water. Aside from its famous Golan Heights Winery, Qatzrin is also home to Mey Eden, one of Israel and Europe's largest suppliers of mineral water.
As the sun comes down, end your day at the Talmudic town of Qasrin, where remains of the old Talmudic Synagogue can be seen.
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