8:00 - Delight in the flavours of an Israeli Breakfast.
- We depart to visit one of Israel’s most successful Wine Estates where we have a Wine and Chocolate Tasting followed by Lunch.
In 1882, Michael and Malka Chamiletzki first set foot upon the land of Zichron Yaacov, after emigrating from Lithuania. He was chosen by Baron Edmund de Rothschild to plant and develop vineyards in the area. The family settled in nearby Shefeya, which is today surrounded by numerous vineyards, and began to cultivate the earth.
The saying “The past is the best prophecy of the future” symbolizes the traditional-modern perception according to which the winery operates today. Although the winery is most definitely a commercial and modern enterprise, a meticulous eye is always still kept on the grapes, which are cultivated and handpicked in our vineyards. The geographic locations of our vineyards have been carefully chosen from the optimal vine-growing regions in the country – from Sde Boker in the south, to the Golan Heights in the north.
- This afternoon we visit and explore ancient Caesarea with its Roman amphitheatre, port, hippodrome, and aqueduct. This is a magnificent archaeological site which has been incredibly restored and brought back to life.
Caesarea was originally called Straton's Tower after its founder Straton, who is believed to have been a ruler of Sidon in the 4th century BCE. In 96 BCE the city was captured by Alexander Yannai and remained in the Hasmonean kingdom until it became an autonomous city by Pompey. After being for some time in the possession of Cleopatra, ruler of Egypt, it was returned by Augustus to Herod.
Caesarea is an important site in Christian history. It was the place where Pontius Pilate governed during the time of Jesus. This was where Simon Peter converted the Roman, Cornelius, the first non-Jew to believe in Jesus. Paul was also imprisoned for two years in Caesarea. During the 3rd century, Caesarea was a centre of Christian learning. In the 4th century, the site converted to Christianity and became a major centre of the Christian Roman Empire.
- Tonight, your evening is free to discover Haifa. Haifa has a unique and very diverse offering of bars, restaurants, and culinary options. Whether you want to savour local wines and Middle Eastern fare or you’re looking to dine in style, Haifa has bars as beautiful as its beaches and cuisine as charming as its sites.
Haifa is establishing itself as a key destination for gastronomes. In the increasingly cool port area, Venya Bistro showcases the city’s knack for bringing an informal air to quality dining. At Fattoush in the laid back and trendy German Colony, roll up your sleeves and surrender to the appetising chaos of stacked sharing plates. Here you will discover the regional equivalent of soul food: houmous topped with mushrooms and garlic, cooked okra in a rich tomato sauce, and spices, minced veal baked in the oven and drowned in tahini sauce. For fine dining discover Hanamal 24 where Chef Ran Rosh fuses French cooking techniques and local flavours. More unexpected is Haifa’s burgeoning cocktail scene, don’t miss the locally distilled wildly aromatic Akko Gin.
- Dinner offers an opportunity for personalized culinary exploration, allowing you to indulge in the flavours of your choice at your own pace and preference.
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