Lower Galilee: Jewish Renewal in the Roman Era
Group Size
Up to 20
Description
Discover the Lower Galilee through the people, ideas, and places that shaped Jewish life after the destruction of Jerusalem and the Second Temple. In Sepphoris, a Roman-era city where Jews and Romans lived side by side, see elegant villas, ancient streets, and the celebrated “Mona Lisa of the Galilee” mosaic. This was the world of Rabbi Yehuda HaNasi, who compiled the Mishnah and helped establish a new centre of Jewish learning and identity. At Beit Shearim, explore monumental burial caves, inscriptions, and carved stone reliefs that offer a glimpse into the Jewish communities and sages of the period. The site shows how the Galilee became an important spiritual and cultural centre in the centuries after the Temple’s destruction. The journey can continue around the Sea of Galilee, where history and landscape come together. Take in the view from Arbel Cliff, visit the tomb of Maimonides, known in Hebrew as Rambam, or see the ancient synagogue at Magdala, a site with significance for both Jewish heritage and early Christianity. This private tour is suited to travellers interested in archaeology, Jewish history, Roman-era life, and the landscapes of northern Israel. The pace and final route can be shaped around your interests and the time available.
