Tel Aviv

Food & Drinks

Carmel market features a fascinating variety of culinary riches, colorful spices and intriguing characters. This Carmel market tasting tour will introduce you to the flavors and scents of old Tel Aviv as well as the energetic and bustling atmosphere of the city’s central market. Join this tour and hear fantastic stories about the market's history. Visit hidden alleyways, speciality shops, try oriental cuisine and shop for unique handicrafts. Come and experience this authentic market’s magic through from a local's point of view.

Early in the morning, the shuttle will pick you up from Abraham Hostel Tel Aviv. Drive through Jerusalem as you enjoy stunning views of the Judean Desert landscape along the Israeli side of the Jordan valley, on the way to the Allenby Border Crossing. Your first stop is Jerash, known to be one of the world’s best-preserved Roman cities. The impressive Hadrian’s arch marks the entrance to colonnaded streets, theatres, temples, and a hippodrome. Walking among these will take you on a journey through time, while your guide shares stories of the city’s glorious past, and how it was once ruled by Alexander the Great. Continue to the capital city Amman, where you will drive by sites such as the Royal Palace and King Hussein National Mosque, and get a general overview of the city. Before moving on from Amman, you’ll get to taste a delicious local sweet, called Knafeh.  An authentic Bedouin campsite will welcome you for a campfire dinner and a good night’s sleep in one of the comfortable tents. The nomadic Bedouins have inhabited the desert for thousands of years, and are famous for their extensive hospitality. After breakfast the next morning, it’s time to visit the UNESCO site of Petra. Carved into the red rocks by the Nabateans some 2,000 years ago, it hasn’t lost any of its magic. Your guide will lead you through the Siq, serving as an entrance corridor to the ancient city that eventually opens up to the iconic Treasury. From here, you’ll continue towards the Royal Tombs, the 3,000 seat amphitheater, the Monastery, and much more, each a stunning example of perfectly symmetrical Hellenistic architecture. Enjoy a delicious lunch in a local restaurant, before returning to Tel Aviv via the Allenby crossing in the late evening.

Embark on a colorful and tasty tour around Levinsky market. Levinsky market was built as a trading center for the residents of the new city of Tel Aviv, attracting Bulgarian, Bukharan, Persian, Balkan, Polish, and North African newcomers and thus creating the rich and unique blend of spices and treats that make up the market as it is known today. The years have seen Levinsky Market change from a spice wholesale center to a lively, bustling market with high-quality stores and restaurants from a variety of flavors and cultures. Join a local guide to tour the market and taste different delicacies.

Please arrive at Ben Guiron Airport in Tel Aviv 1 hour before your 6:40 AM flight. An hour later, you will arrive at Roman Airport in Eilat, where your driver will pick you up. From there, ride to the Arava border and sass through border control and customs at 8:45 AM. This could take up to 1 hour. On the Jordon side of the border, transfer to a new model air-conditioned car/van/bus and head towards Petra. The transport time is approximately 2.5 hours on a vast and comfortable highway. After traveling along a beautiful scenic route on the mountainside, arrive at Petra’s historical site, and see why it has been named one of the 7 New Wonders of the World. At 11:30 AM, begin your guided tour of the site at the entrance. Included in your package is an optional horseback ride for the first 200 meters of the route. (Tipping the carrier is required, between $2-5 at your discretion.) At 3:30 PM, enjoy lunch at an authentic local restaurant. Leaving Petra at 4:30 PM, stop at a few observation points and enjoy the beautiful desert landscape of Wadi Ram on the way back to the border. You’ll be dropped off at the Eilat Central Bus Station at 7:00 PM, with plenty of time to catch the shuttle to the Ramon Airport for your 8:55 PM flight to Ben Guiron in Tel Aviv.

Embark on a comprehensive full-day tour of the West Bank of the Jordan River to discover the rich history behind the region. Depart Tel Aviv at 6:30 AM and then arrive on the West Bank after one hour and meet your guide. Beginning with the ancient baptism site of Qasr el Yahud on the banks of the Jordan River at around 8:00 AM, you'll be able to visit the marble steps leading into the river, said to be the very place where Jesus was baptized. At 8:45, move onto the city of Jericho itself, the oldest city in the world, where you will visit the ruins of ancient Jericho and view the nearby Mount of Temptation in the adjacent hills. Then continue to Ramallah at 10:15 and walk the streets of this modern city and see life in the big city on the West Bank. The tour will head to Manara Square, the thriving commercial district, and visit Yasser Arafat's tomb. Stop for lunch at around 1:00 PM before continuing onto a tour of Bethlehem at around 2:30 PM. In Bethlehem visit to the Nativity Church, and end with a visit to the Separation Wall. Return to your hotel in Tel Aviv at around 6 PM.

Walk the famous Rothschild Boulevard and surrounding streets admiring the diverse buildings and architecture in Tel Aviv. Known as the “White City”, Tel Aviv has the largest collection of Bauhaus buildings worldwide and tells a rich historical story through the buildings. Learn about both the past and future of the Tel Aviv cityscape while exploring the areas. Next, you will explore the Carmel Market, a cornucopia of flavors, smells, sounds and sights brimming with fresh, local ingredients. Marvel at the colors of fresh fruit and vegetables piled high, vibrant spices, artisan baked goods, local meats and cheeses, olives and sweets. The market is the heart of the city and is filled with energy. Enjoy several food samplings along the way including Dolmas - a Druzian style rice wrapped in vine leaves, Ghat and etrog juice - a local ingredient with a history, Garinim - a mix of roasted seeds, a popular Israeli snack, Zaatar with Lahuh - a middle eastern herb blend with a soft Yemei fermented bread, Halva - a sweet confectionery made from sesame seeds, and a seasonal market item. (Items are subject to change based on availability/seasonality). Then you will continue on to the southern Tel Aviv district of Florentin, a graffiti and street art haven filled with many works of art both large and small. The artwork tells a story, often with historical and cultural relevance. Gain a deeper insight and awareness to the subculture in Tel Aviv and the importance of the street art scene. When possible, we have collaborated directly with the local street artists to promote accurate information and support of their work. After the tour, we will provide information of artists whose work has been seen on the tour providing social media information and where possible, opportunities to purchase work directly from the artists.

Tel Aviv has been repeatedly named the number one vegan culinary destination in the world. Where traditional vegan and vegetarian cuisine meets innovative young chefs to deliver a truly unique culinary experience, a one-of-a-kind adventure for food lovers. Suitable for all, whether you are vegan or not. Between the bites talk about the philosophy and history of veganism, break all myths around it and learn about healthy nutrition. Join this tour and try the wide variety of vegan food that this great city has to offer. Make sure to come hungry.

See everything Jordan has to offer on this three-day tour from Tel Aviv. See Petra, visit a Bedouin camp, and marvel at the clear, starry skies of the desert. Day 1Begin your tour in Tel Aviv, and head toward the Jordanian border. Enter Jordan at the Allenby Bridge border, and drive through the arid desert for about an hour before enjoying a delicious local lunch. Continue through the stunning desert landscape of Wadi Rum, virtually untouched by humanity. Travel through the moon-like landscape in a 4×4 Jeep and marvel at the red sand dunes, towering cliffs of weathered stone, and desert animals in the light of a beautiful sunset. End your first evening at a Bedouin camp near Petra with an Arab-style dinner and a comfortable bed. Before going to sleep, sit beneath the clear desert skies and stargaze as you drink a cup of delicious Bedouin tea. Day 2Early the next morning, enjoy a quick breakfast before heading to Petra. Explore this world-famous archeological site in the morning with your guide before taking a lunch break at a local restaurant. In the afternoon, explore the other areas of Petra, including the monastery, on your own, before heading back to the Bedouin camp for another delicious dinner. Day 3Enjoy breakfast at the campsite and then head to Madaba, an ancient Jordanian city. Walk up to the viewpoint of Mount Nebo for a panoramic view. Relax with lunch and then head back to the Allenby Bridge border crossing, arriving back in Tel Aviv in the afternoon.

Join other party-minded travelers and visit the most exciting places in Tel Aviv as you take a 5-hour tour of the city’s nightlife scene. In Israel’s most cosmopolitan destination, discover some of its trendiest locations, along with local haunts, starting with 1 complimentary beer at the meeting point, where you can meet and mingle with your fellow drinkers and interact with the locals. Go to hidden, underground spots that only the locals know about. Departing every Thursday and Saturday from Hayarkon hostel on Hayarkon Street, follow your guide into the night, heading towards the bright lights. Stop at 4 different venues, each playing their own style of music, and get VIP entrance and a free shot at each bar.

At over 2,000 years old, Jordan’s Petra is one of the world’s most stunning sites. Once home to 20,000 Nabateans, it features ancient feats of engineering to collect water, which was then sold to merchants, caravans, and other travelers making their way through the desert. Inspired by Roman architecture, the Nabateans created magnificent facades, temples and statues which can be visited today. The site is considered one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. This 2-day tour of Petra includes a flight from Tel Aviv to Eilat. Upon arrival at Ramon Airport, please be available via phone. You'll be picked up and taken across the border to Petra, where you will begin your tour. On the first day you will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, and spend the night in nearby Wadi Musa. In the evening you have an option to explore Petra by night (fee not included). On the second day you will continue your tour of the site, which includes the Treasury and Roman amphitheater. You will also enjoy a tour around a local market before making your way back across the border for your return flight to Tel Aviv.