2 Days Negev Desert (Jeep Tour)

Overview
Exploring the Negev Desert in southern Israel by jeep (4x4) will take you on an incredible journey through stunning landscapes, while discovering Israel's history, archaeology, geology and encountering its wildlife and vegetation. This very unique adventure will enable you to experience "a little bit of everything", while giving you a larger appreciation for Israel, its fascinating history, and its incredible natural beauty. 

                           A Unique Desert Adventure of Fascinating Beauty

Negev Desert Jeep Tour / 2 Days - 1 Night    Minimum 4 particpants for departure
Departure: Sunday  Pick up    from Tel Aviv major hotels @ 08:30 am,     from Jerusalem major hotels @ 09:30 am
Sunday / DAY 1 The tour begins with Nahal Hemar, a wadi (dry river bed) featuring a cave with archeological finds from Neolithic times. On to Nahal Sodom & Mt.Sodom's observation point to get acquainted with the biblical story of Sodom and Gomorrah. Stop for a rest and refreshments, then proceed to Ein Yerakam desert spring to see a ancient camel trail dating from the Nabatean era. On to Makhtesh Katan (also known as the Small Crater), a unique geological erosional landform, then to Makhtesh Gadol (the Big Crater), with its  multicolored sandstone and petrified trees. Day ends at Kibbutz Mashabei Sadeh Country Lodging for dinner and overnight.
Monday / DAY 2   Following breakfast at the hotel our tour will begin with a visit of Ovdat – an ancient Nabataean city on the ancient incense route, and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Proceed to the Ramon Crater and drive through Wadi Ramon to Mount Gvanim, rich with fossils, then to Nahal Gvanim & Ein Saharonim (a tiny desert spring featuring an ancient Nabataean fort or inn with lush vegetation and unique wildlife). Proceed to Wadi Ardon, with rare volcanic intrusions known as "dikes". Hospitality and light lunch at a Bedouin tent. Drive out of the crater to visit the tomb & memorial of Ben Gurion (Israel’s first prime minister), at Sde Boker on a cliff offering breathtaking views of the Tzin Canyon and Ovdat Highland. Time permitting, descend to Ein Akev desert spring and waterfall. Return to Central Israel.
Bring along: Bathing suit, sunscreen lotion, hat, comfortable walking shoes, and warm clothing (also in the summer, for cool desert nights), water is available on the jeep but you may want to bring your own personal water bottle, overnight gear (1 piece per person)
Price Table Prices are marked in US Dollars per person.       Valid till Feb. 28th 2013
Negev Desert Jeep Tour / 2 Days - 1 Night
Price per person sharing a double room ( 2 people occupancy)	$459 per person
Price per person in a single room (1 person occupancy)	$499 per person
July - August / High Season Supplement per person	$55 per person
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Price includes 1 Night in Kibbutz Guesthouse including dinner & breakfast 2 days transportation in a/c tourism jeeps (4x4) 2 guided touring days (guided in English) Entry fees to sites - as per program 1 light lunch in a Bedouin tent
Not included: Drinks, tips, travelers' medical or baggage insurance, personal expenses & anything not mentioned in the "price includes" section.
Remarks * Tour does NOT operate on Jewish holidays * Children under 12 years cannot join the tour * Order of sites visited on tour may alter at guide's discretion.     * Due to limited space in the jeeps, one overnight bag is permitted per person. * Tour includes driving off-road through bumpy terrain * Not recommended for pregnant women &/or people with back &/or neck problems.
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