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Zippori - “the ornament of Galilee.”
Joined 2023
Zippori was the capital of the Galilee during the roman period. It thrived for 7 centuries. Tradition identified it as the home Virgin Mary’s parents. On our virtual tour of Zippori we shall walk through the water system, the Jewish neighborhood, the fort, and the market. We will also go in and visit the synagogue, "the Nile house", and "Dionysus house". Everywhere we turn we will see amazing mosaic floors, and all around us will be the views of the green rural lower Galilee.
Itinerary
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Meeting Point
Zippori National Park gate
Zippori Nationl Park gate
Meeting, paying entrance fee, and introduction
The ancient water system
Walk fown to the sistern anf through the water tunnels that served the city in the Roman period
Upper parking lot
Begin walking tour of the ancient city: The roman theater, the Jewish neighborhood, the fort, and the market. We will also visit "the Nile house", and "Dionysus house" with their breathtaking mosaic floors, includin "the Mona Lisa of the Galilee".
The ancient synagogue
Watch the audio-visual show, ang look at the very famous mosaic xodiav ornament in the center of the floor.
Visitor center
Toilet and coffee break, souvenir shop.
End of tour
Ending Point
Zippori National Park visitor center
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guiding fee
Entrance fee to national park
Transportation
Tour Important Information
Please make sure to bring a personal bottle of water.
Wear a hat and use sun screen in summer. The tour is mostly outdoors - dress according the wheather. Comfortable shoes or sandals are requried (Please - no high heals or flip-flops).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can children join this tour as well?
Yes - children are welcome
How do I get there?
From the Hamovil – Nazereth junction (Road 79), between kilometer stones 22-23.
In Waze, type: Zippori National Park.
Public transportation between Nazareth and Haifa reach the Zippori interchance. From there it is a 3 km. walk to the site. The price of the bus - from Haifa - 12 nis, from Naxareth - 5.5 nis.
Is it wheelchair accessible?
Unfortunatly - not.
What is the entrance fee?
Adult 28.00 nis
Child 14.00 nis
Student 24.00 nis
Openning hours of National Park: Winter: 08:00 - 16:0. Summer 08:00 - 17:00
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2023
About Tour Guide Sharona L.
About myself – Sharona L.
My parents made Aliya= emigrated from Philadelphia to Israel in 1963. So I was born in 1970 and raised here as a "sabra" – that’s what native Israelis call themselves. I grew up hearing both English and Hebrew in my home.
My family – parents, 3 siblings and myself – always liked travelling and nature. Camping and hiking are a good part of my best childhood memories. As a teenager I joined a youth hiking club which was based in the Judean Desert. The club belonged to the SPNI – Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel. During our hikes we also learned about the geology, biology and history of the places we visited.
I knew already back then, that this is what I wanted to do with my life – hike in nature and visit interesting sites and places.
After graduating high school I did my mandatory service in the Israel Defense Forces. I was a gardener, and fiercely fought against all weeds in the army bases I served in…
When released from service, I went to study "Land of Israel Studies" at the Beit-Berl Teachers College. I received a B.Ed in geography and my official Tour Guide certification from the Ministry of Tourism in 1995. I have been a tour guide ever since.
I love my job, and I love my country. I named both my sons after mountains in Israel – Tavor (20), and Bental (17).
$450/ per group
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