Ancient Jaffa & Art Tour

Start Time - 10:00am

This morning you will meet your guide and driver in the lobby of your hotel. You will explore the ancient city of Jaffa, which is a wonderful contrast from the modern Tel Aviv. Here you will explore one of the
most ancient ports in the world, replete with history from Biblical (Jaffa is mentioned in the story of Jonah), ancient Egyptian, Roman, Napoleonic eras and more. A visit to Jaffa will also give you the opportunity to gain wonderful views of Tel Aviv, and to understand the strategic positioning of both cities. Today Jaffa is a thriving port city with a mixed population and a relaxed, oriental vibe.
 

Israeli Art Tour

Meet your expert art guide at the Tel Aviv Museum of Art. With reference to the permanent exhibitions she will walk you through the narrative of the history and development of art in Israel, outlining changes in themes and styles which have reflected changes in wider Israeli society. Following the tour of the museum, together you will visit a couple of art galleries which are representative of the contemporary art scene in Tel Aviv. You will examine similarities and differences between the art seen in these galleries and the more established art on display at the museum. The tour lasts for about 2.5 hours.