Galilee & Golan in 3 Days
A classic loop around the Sea of Galilee, old Safed and the Golan and Hermon landscapes.
Route map
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Stops day by day
Day 1
- TiberiasPromenade and ancient remains on the lakeshore
- CapernaumAncient Byzantine-era synagogue
- Mount of BeatitudesView over the Sea of Galilee
Day 2
- Safed Artists' QuarterAlleys, synagogues and galleries
- Nahal Amud ReserveWalk along a flowing stream
- Gamla Nature ReserveAncient town and vulture lookout
Day 3
- Nimrod FortressMedieval fortress above the Hula Valley
- Banias Nature ReserveSprings and waterfall
- Mount BentalLookout over the Golan and border
Tips
- Arrive at reserves early in the morning
- Check Nature and Parks Authority opening hours
- The Hermon area can be cold even in spring
About this route
A classic loop around the Sea of Galilee, old Safed and the Golan and Hermon landscapes. Catalog name: Galilee & Golan in 3 Days (גליל וגולן ב-3 ימים). This is a 3-day route in North and the Golan. Recommended season: March–May, October–November.
The first day includes Tiberias (Promenade and ancient remains on the lakeshore), Capernaum (Ancient Byzantine-era synagogue) and Mount of Beatitudes (View over the Sea of Galilee). The second day includes Safed Artists' Quarter (Alleys, synagogues and galleries), Nahal Amud Reserve (Walk along a flowing stream) and Gamla Nature Reserve (Ancient town and vulture lookout). The third day includes Nimrod Fortress (Medieval fortress above the Hula Valley), Banias Nature Reserve (Springs and waterfall) and Mount Bental (Lookout over the Golan and border).
Style: Nature, Family and Heritage. Tips: Arrive at reserves early in the morning. Check Nature and Parks Authority opening hours. The Hermon area can be cold even in spring.
Questions
How many days?
3 days.
When is the recommended season?
Recommended season: March–May, October–November.
Where does it start?
The route starts at Tiberias (Promenade and ancient remains on the lakeshore).