Norwood Israel Bike Ride Itinerary 28 September – 6 October 2013

Norwood Israel Bike Ride Itinerary
28 September – 6 October 2013
Day 1: Saturday 28 Sept
London to Tel Aviv
Overnight flight, with our cycling companions, from London – Tel Aviv.
Day 2: Sunday 29 Sept
Jerusalem
We arrive in the early hours of Sunday morning and transfer
to our accommodation in Jerusalem. After breakfast we will
do our bike fitting and, time permitting there will be a guided
optional tour of the Old City. At night we will see the City of
Jerusalem in a completely different way, discover hidden
gems and soak up the ancient atmosphere of the city - by
bike! Overnight Jerusalem
Jewels of the day: Night ride in Jerusalem
Day 3: Monday 30 Sept
Hula Valley – Ein Gev
Approx. 66km (12km off-road)
We have a 3 hour transfer to Hagoshrim in the Hula Valley, and head south at the base of the
Golan Heights, where we cycle to Gadot. Then it’s off road along the mountainous Jordan
Valley for 12km. From here, the route descends to the northern tip of the Sea of Galilee. We
end our day’s cycle at Kibbutz Hotel Ein Gev on the eastern shore of the Sea of Galilee.
Overnight: Kibbutz Hotel Ein Gev
Jewels of the day: Off road cycling in the mountains
Day 4: Tuesday 1 Oct
Around the Sea of Galilee
Approx. 62km
Today will do a full circle along the shores of the Sea of
Galillee
Overnight: Kibbutz Hotel Ein Gev
Jewels of the day: Sea of Galillee

Day 5: Wednesday 2 Oct
Galilee – Belvoir - Sachne Springs
Approx. 64km
We start cycling along the Sea of Galilee shore to Zemach Junction. From here we cycle south
for 14km followed by a steep 5km climb on a small road to Belvoir National Park - a crusader
fortress with stunning views across the Jordan Valley. Our destination this afternoon is Sachne
National Park. Then - an opportunity not to be missed, a refreshing swim to cool off in the
beautiful setting of Sachne Springs, a series of rock pools in the Harod stream. Time permitting
we can visit the ancient synagogue at Beit Alpha, where you'll see a beautiful mosaic, depicting
biblical scenes including the sacrifice of Isaac. The most impressive part of the mosaic is the
large zodiac wheel with the names and pictures of each of the twelve signs. We stay overnight
near the slopes of Mount Gilboa.
Jewels of the day: Views from Belvoir, swim at Sachne springs, Beit Alpha synagogue
Day 6: Thursday 3 Oct
Mt Gilboa - Zichron Yaacov
Approx 78km
Today we climb two mountain ranges Mount Gilboa which
is part of the lower Galilee’s eastern gateway. One of the
Galilee’s most scenic regions, this 500-metre-high ridge is
the site where King Saul and his sons, Jonathan,
Abinadav and Malkishua died after a battle with the
Philisitines (1 Sam. 31:2-7). We continue to Mt Carmel &
Zichron Yaacov, founded in 1882 by Baron Edmond
James de Rothschild. Time permitting we will visit the Ramat Hanadiv memorial garden where
Baron Edmond de Rothschild has been laid to rest.
Jewels of the day: Mount Gilboa, Ramat Hanadiv Memorial Garden
Day 7: Friday 4 Oct
Tel Aviv
Approx 85km
Cycle via the Sharon plain section of the Mediterranean
coastal plain, and the most densely settled of Israel’s
natural regions. We will cycle along small roads and
some off road towards Tel Aviv. Tel Aviv is known as the
“White City”, a world cultural heritage site We enter the
city and the last part of our day will be cycling along the
banks of the Yaarkon River and onto the Tel Aviv
Promenade.
Jewels of the day: Entry to Tel Aviv
Day 8: Saturday 5 Oct
Tel Aviv
Free time to explore the city, relax or head for the beach and unwind.
Day 9: Sunday 6 Oct
Tel Aviv to London
Transfer to Tel Aviv airport for our flight back to the UK.

Please note this is a complex itinerary and may be subject to change.
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