Key Information: Tour Duration: 1
day(s) Group Size: 2
- 50
people Destination(s):Israel Specialty Categories:Archeology/HistoryCamel Riding Season: January - December Airfare Included: No Tour Customizable: Yes Minimum Per Person Price: 108 US Dollar (USD) Maximum Per Person Price: 108 US Dollar (USD)
Our half day tour's destination is the Negev ancient city of Mamshit (Memphis/ Kurnub), declared as a world heritage city by UNESCO. Memphis was the jewel in the crown of Christianity’s earliest days. Firstly, settled by the nomadic Nabateans trading a long the Incense Route. The city is the smallest but best restored city in the Negev Desert. The once luxurious houses have unusual architecture not found in any other Nabatean city. Entire streets have survived intact, two beautiful churches with colorful mosaic floor and marble pillars were discovered in Mamshit we shall walk between the palaces and churches, uncover the secret of the Nabatean agriculture in the arid desert. After a short brake of hot Turkish coffee or herbal tea, you will have the chance to experience a camel ride and shortly after we will be on our way back to your hotel.
Notes:
Airfare is not included in the tour price.
Price is for half day tour and it includes: Licensed tour guide with car, entrance fees, coffee/tea break.