The Biblical Land of the tribe of Judah Cycling throw Vines and olive groves Going Down from the mountain, to the hills, desert and the lowest point on earthDay 1: Jerusalem to Kramim
Highlights: "Ein Karem", "Ella Valley" Wine country "Beit Guvrin" & Lachish National park. Leave Jerusalem heading west through the Judean Hills. After a long climb up to Bar Giora, you can stop for a cup of coffee with the local cycling scene, continue downhill to the Ella Valley parallel to the ancient Roman road. Continue to the ruins of Beit Guvrin with its impressive roman Theater and multiple caves within the National Park. From here head south past the biblical city of Lachish, past the vineyards of that mark the edge of the Judean plains. Cycling Distance: 60 Km, Moderate/Challenging. Overnight: Kibbutz "Kramim", Casual. Optional : Start the ride from Kibbutz "Kramim" Day 2: Arad to Masada Highlights: "Masada" Dead Sea, Transfer to Arad, overlooking the Dead Sea. Cycle downhill towards the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth, a wonder of the natural world. From Dead Sea continue towards Masada.Take the cable car into the fortress village. At the top, we will see the remains of the last village to fight the Roman Empire, and one of Israel’s most important landmarks. After touring the site, take your bike down by foot to the other side of Masada and return to Arad by bike. Cycling Distance: 50 Km, Moderate/Challenging. Overnight: Arad, Casual. Day 3: Mamshit
The Negev "Where Israeli nation and people will be tested", David Ben-GorIon Highlights: "Mamshit" National park, Hatira Creator, Enter the Negev desert heading south through small desert towns and communities. You will pass by Mamshit National Park where you can visit the Nabatian City that once stood here when camel caravans followed the spice route to the Gaza Port. Continue to the Hatira Creator and see the colorful sands and spectacular rock formations. End the day and follow the small road that will take you to the small town where you will spend the night. Cycling Distance: 60 Km, Moderate/Challenging. Overnight: Yeruham , Casual. Day 4: Yeruham to Mitzpe ramon Highlights: Kibbutz Sde Boker, Ben Gurion memorial, Avdat You are now in the Negev highlands yet you will still be climbing until you reach Mitzpe Ramon. The road will take you by small desert farms growing vine grapes and sheep in this dry desert climate. You will reach Kibbutz Sde Boker, where Israel’s first prime minster- David Ben Gurion spent his final years. You can also visit the Ben Gurion memorial, in the college named after him, over looking the Tzin Valley. From here continue past yet another Nabatian Town (Avdat) and arrive at the end of the day to Mitzpe Ramon. This small town sits on the cliff of the Ramon Creator, one of the prettiest views in Israel. Cycling Distance: 60 Km, Moderate/Challenging. Overnight: Mitzpe Ramon, Casual. Deep Desert to Eilat
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Overview:
Choose from: 2, 5, or 6 Day Tour The route is: Suitable for road bike More information : * Elevation Charts Jerusalem to Eilat * About Self Guided * Bicycle & Gear We will provide:* Maps, charts & routes
* Lodging * Breakfast * Luggage transport * Bikes & equipment * Cell phone & Emergency hotline * Pickups & transfers * Information & Guidelines Click-Here * Bike rental options click here Pre-ride* Meet our Staff in Jerusalem
* Get your bikes, maps & gear. * Bike around town * Visit Ancient city of Jerusalem * Overnight- Jerusalem Post Ride
* Leave your bike in Eilat
* Return to Tel Aviv or Jerusalem by flight or bus.. You will provide: * A sense of direction,
* A spirit for adventure * Time for a cycling vacation. |