From Ancient Vineyards to Desert Wines – A Two-Day Negev Wine Journey

2 Day Tour

Private Tour | Guided Private | Mitzpe Ramon, Negev

PRICE
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PREIS

From $985 p. p.

מ- ₪985 לאדם

ab €985 p. p.

Tel Aviv / Jerusalem → Day 1 → Overnight Mitzpe Ramon area → Day 2 → Return Tel Aviv / Jerusalem

 

Highlights

  • Discover the fascinating story of Negev winemaking from Byzantine times to the present day
  • Explore Shivta, a UNESCO-listed ancient desert city that was once a major wine-producing center
  • Enjoy exclusive wine tastings at Dryer Winery and the renowned Carmey Avdat Estate
  • Walk along the Ben-Gurion Promenade and admire breathtaking views over the Zin Desert
  • Experience the dramatic landscapes of the Ramon Crater and Mitzpe Ramon
  • Relax with an overnight stay in the heart of the desert at a carefully selected Negev hotel.
  • Learn how ancient desert agriculture inspired today's innovative Negev wine industry

Travel through 1,500 years of Negev wine history on this unique two-day private tour. Explore the ancient wine cities of Shivta and Avdat, discover the breathtaking landscapes of the Zin Desert and Ramon Crater, and enjoy exclusive tastings at some of the Negev's most distinctive wineries.

Itinerary

DAY 1
Starting at Tel Aviv or Jerusaelm
08:30 - Departure. Drive south to Be'er Sheva

Short tour and first acquaintance with the Biblical Negev Desert

The Negev Brigade Monument - Time for toilets and coffee. 

An excellent Boutique winery in the northern part of the Negev - Wine experience with Asaf Galai, the Winemaker.  

Overlooking Be'er Sheva and getting to understand the Negev desert
Visit Shivta - A very impressive ancient city lost in the middle of the desert - Shivta was a great wine producer in the Byzantine period (4th-6th Centuries C.E.)
Light Lunch at Dryer's Winery experience
Drive to Sde Boker
The Ben Gurion Promenade + Overlooking the Zin desert (an easy hike by the great Zin dry riverbed)
Dinner at the hotel / Overnight
DAY 2
Breakfast
Visit the ancient city of Avdat - The great Byzantine wine producer & exporter.
Mitzpe Ramon - Start with an unforgettable scenic outlook from the hanging panoramic porch. 
The Perfume & Spice route Quarter. Time to enjoy and wander the unique urban scenery of Mitzpe Ramon
Lunch at "Midbar Ya'in" - A local Wine Bar presenting all of Negev's Region Wines.
Carmey Avdat Estate - Wine experience + desert hospitality
Drive back to Tel Aviv / Jerusalem

Good to Know

  • Private guided tour with licensed tour guide and private vehicle
  • Departure and return from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem
  • Overnight accommodation is included.
  • Moderate walking involved, including a short at the Avdat National Park.
  • The Negev Desert can be very hot during the summer months; please bring a refillable water bottle
  • Wine tastings are available for participants aged 18 and above.
  • Tour itinerary may be adjusted depending on winery opening hours, weather conditions and local events
  • Available in English, German and Hebrew (other languages upon request)
  • Suitable for couples, small groups, wine enthusiasts and travelers seeking a deeper connection with the Negev region

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Mashabim

Kibbutz Mashabei Sadeh

 

  • Kibubutz Guesthouse
Carmey Avdat

Carmey Avdat Farm

 

  • Unique Desert Cabin
Beresheet Hotel

Hotel Beresheet

Mitzpe Ramon

  • Authentic Desert Luxury Hotel

What's Included

Tour Guide

Tour Guide

Licensed tour guide with pick-up and drop-off at Tel Aviv / Jerusalem

Private car service included

Ticket

Wine tastings

Dreyer Winery

"Midbar Yain" - local wine bar

Carmey Avdat Winery

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Entrance Fees

Shivta National Park

Avdat National Park

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Meals

1 x Breakfast

2 x Lunch

1 x Dinner

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Overnight

Choose Your Accommodation Style:

  • Kibbutz Guesthouse
  • Desert Cabin
  • Desert Deluxe Hotel

Not Included

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Cancellation Policy

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Free cancellation up to 1 month before the tour departure date.

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