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Exploring Acco, Zippori & Rosh-Hanikra - ClassicExplore > Israel > Haifa > Exploring Acco, Zippori & Rosh-Hanikra - Classic
OverviewGet to know Acco. On his campaign in 1799 to Egypt and Israel, with the intention to storm onwards to India, Napoleon Bonaparte laid siege to Acco. He failed miserably. He never reached India, and India never became a French colony but was instead conquered by the English. Napoleon had to pull back to Egypt, and from there took a ship back to Paris. As we depart Haifa Port, we will cross Haifa Bay and go into the northern side for a visit of the ancient city of Acco. Explore a city with an amazing history dating back to almost 4000 years ago. Acre played pivotal role during the crusaders period. Descend into the underground headquarter of the Knights of St. John and experience the Medieval atmosphere. See the Crypt-made of paved stone floors and the stairway leading to a long underground passage believed to be an escape tunnel built by the Crusaders. Return up surface and explore the Ottoman phase of Acco. You'll see the 18th century Turkish Bazaar, stop at Kahan El-Umdan, and the picturesque Pisan port. If time permits we may be able to incorporate a visit to the large mosque of El-Jazar. Then drive to Rosh-Hanikra on the Mediterranean Sea near the Lebanese-Israel border. The most western and northern place in all of Israel. If you wish, you may enjoy a cable car ride to visit the grottos carved into the white choke stone. The view is beautiful. Next we'll drive to visit the Talmudic city of Zippori. The city dates back to the era of the Maccabees in the second century B.C.E., when it was founded by Alexander Janneus of the Hasmonean dynasty. Learn all about the fascinating history of this area. Visit the ruins, see the Roman Villa with beautiful mosaic floor, the theatre, the synagogue, water system, colonnaded street. - We will always opt to avoid bad traffic and crowds. Please note that any changes to the itinerary are always done with your best interest in mind. - Lunch, beverages, gratuities, entrance fees are not included. Entrance fees will be about $30/person. - Please note: Jewish sites may close early on Fridays and will be closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays. If your tour is on a Saturday, the Jewish sites will be substituted with other sites. - A surcharge applies for Saturday bookings as well as holidays. In 2017, these dates are April 11, 17; May 2, 31; September 21, 22, 30; October 5, 12. - Modest dress is mandatory. Wearing revealing clothing such as sleeveless shirts, shorts or skirts above the knee will result in you not being allowed entry into religious buildings. - Attention clients: You must carry your passport with you on this tour. You will not be able to enter certain sites if you do not have your passport. Days offered: 7 days a week Departures:
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