To visit the excursion, it is necessary to wear clothing that covers the shoulders and knees: the Bahá'í Gardens are a sacred place that should be treated with respect.
You will embark on an exciting sea walk along the ancient walls of Akko, the Crusader city, where defensive fortifications, buildings, and an eastern bazaar are still preserved. The structures that have survived to this day remind us of the past grandeur of mighty warriors.
On the slopes of Mount Carmel in Haifa, the magnificent terraces of the Bahá'í Gardens stretch out. There is a beautiful temple with a golden dome, which is a symbol of faith and a place of pilgrimage for Bahá'ís. This faith is considered one of the most widespread in the world. The route DOES NOT include descending the terraces or visiting the Shrine of the Báb.
The main values of the Bahá'í religion are harmony, love, equality, overcoming prejudices, and order in life. Its founder was Bahá'u'lláh, and each terrace in the gardens symbolizes one stage of his life.
The gardens are designed in the Persian style, and many compare them to the Hanging Gardens of Babylon. In 2008, UNESCO included them in its World Heritage List. Interestingly, the gardens were built solely with the resources and efforts of volunteer followers of the religion, without any external assistance.
And we will also acquaint ourselves with all the spices of the Middle East!
Important
Thematic tour on July 29!
Additionally paid on-the-spot boat trip - 20₪.
Departure days
Departure days depend on your departure city
Info
Conditions for canceling an order:
If a tourist cancels an excursion in less than 3 days, there will be a 100% penalty unless "Cancellation Insurance" is purchased.
Money will be returned only subject to availability " Non-departure insurance."
Important:
- Tourists should arrive at the boarding point 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
- People who are late and do not go on the excursion will not receive a refund.
- Requests for excursions for children under 5 years old are not accepted
- The company is not responsible for lost items.
- Responsibility for having an insurance policy falls on the tourist.
- Tourists may wait up to 30 minutes for the bus.
- Minor changes to the route are possible.
- The company reserves the right to change the departure time for the excursion, which is communicated to the tourist.
- The company does not sell excursions indicating seats on the bus.
- The excursion begins after a sanitary stop, and before that there is a transfer before the start of the excursion.
Physical activity level: 4/5
Recommended:
Bring drinking water, a hat, and sunglasses with you on the excursion.
The price of the trip does not include and is paid on the spot:
meals (we recommend taking sandwiches with you),
boat ride - 20₪.
Attractions
It is the city, within the walls of which is still heard the clang of swords and armor of the crusaders and war cries calling for battle. Acre is saturated with history and time has no power over this place. Sometimes it seems that it is moving perfectly in a chaotic direction. Monuments of the past and present mixed together here, but they appeared far from architectural badness, on the contrary brought a special atmosphere.
There is an ancient port, and fortresses of the crusaders, and Turkish baths (hamams), mosques and even a magical garden built during the crusaders. Among all the historical diversity it is difficult to single out one thing.: the city keeps the secret of the Templars, it hosted Napoleon, the legendary king Richard the Lionheart, and despite all the warriors, rulers and conquerors, Acre has never interrupted its settlement for more than five millennia and is one of the oldest cities in the world.
The spiritual center on Mount Carmel in Haifa is one of the holiest places for Baha'i practitioners, the youngest monotheistic religion in the world. The center includes a temple, a tomb where the remains of the Bab, the ancestor of the faith, and famous gardens rest.
The tomb is an impressive building crowned by a gilded dome. It is equipped with a backlight. Thanks to her, the dome is illuminated at night, but so that it seems as if the source of radiance is inside it.
To get to the tomb, the guest have to go through the gardens that terraces cover the slope of Mount Carmel. There are twelve in all. Seeing this incredible work of human hands, you will understand why the gardens are called the eighth wonder of the world. The local collection contains about 450 species of various plants, among which there are unique flowers. Shrubs are sheared, and you probably will not find lawns more even and greener in the city. Add to this the fountains - isn't it awesome? Bahai Gardens is a monument not only to faith and its founder, but also to the harmony and great taste of architects.
Try to describe Haifa in a few words, and... and you will fail. You can travel to this city alone or with the family. It does not matter how old you are, what kind of relaxation you prefer and what impressions you long for. No one will feel bored here. No wonder they say that "Haifa is full of high".
Founded in a time before remembering and known since the Roman era, today's Haifa is a metropolis. It proudly bears two honorary titles: the country's main port and northern capital.
There are two must see objects in the city – small and huge one. The first is the underground funicular train. The tiniest in the world! It has a poetic name – "Carmelit." All because the train rolls through the tunnel, penetrating the Mount Carmel.
The second is a huge Bahai temple, the domes of which can be seen from everywhere in the city, and its gardens. Baha'i faith is one of the world’s youngest monotheistic religions.
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