Explore and More Northern Negev

Dates

Trip A - November 10-13
Trip B - November 17-20
Trip C - November 23-26

Price

3,850 NIS per person based on double occupancy
5,050 NIS per person single occupancy

Registration Deadline:
September 8th, 2025

Join Us for an Exceptional
4-Days 3-Nights

Tour Guides: Jacky Sivak, Esti Herskovitz, Aliza Avshalom
Hotel: Leonardo Negev- Be'er Sheva

The tour includes:

  • 3 nights at the Leonardo Negev Hotel in Be’er Sheva
  • Breakfast and dinner every day at the hotel
  • Air-conditioned/heated bus for four travel days
  • Bus driver tip
  • English-speaking professional tour guide traveling with the group for 4 days
  • Guided visits to a wide variety of unique sites, and all site admission fees
  • Stimulating evening programs
  • Three group lunches
  • Insights, friendship, and fun

 


Kashrut & Israeli government health and security rules observed.


 

Cancellation Policy:

  • Over 35 days before the trip: 85% refund
  • 15-35 days before the trip: 50% refund
  • Within 14 days: no refund.
  • The only exception to the above amounts would be in a medical emergency with a doctors letter confirming the reason for cancellation, and subject to an administrative fee of 500 NIS/person.
  • In the event of cancellation 10 or more days before the trip, if a replacement is secured, instead of the above delineated policy, the full payment, less an administrative fee of 500 NIS/person, may be credited towards a future Explore & More tour.

 


For more information, contact us at:
exploreandmoreIsrael@gmail.com, Sarah@israeldestination.co.il,
or Jeff by WhatsApp at 052- 661-5654

Highlights of the Explore & More Tours of the Northern Negev
This itinerary is still being finalized and is subject to change

Tour the Gateway to the Negev Visitor Center and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and incredible potential of the Negev Desert.

In Midbarium Animal Park, a new and innovative wildlife sustainability and educational center, explore four desert habitats and meet 100 species of desert animals to understand the challenges of the desert and the climate crisis, and their effect on plant and animal life.

ANZAC Memorial Center – experience the ANZAC spirit that brought hundreds of horsemen from Australia and New Zealand to bravely fight in the land of Israel during World War 1

Cochin Jewish Heritage Center – learn about the Jewish community from Cochin, India, and their remarkable journey to the Land of Israel

Experience Atid Bamidbar, which employs documentation and dissemination of stories and cultural traditions, community-based tourism, and joint socioeconomic action to empower the Negev’s marginal groups, bridge cultural gaps, promote intergroup acquaintance and collaboration, and create a more inclusive Jewish and Israeli story

Enjoy a creative Moroccan art experience, originating from communities on the Israeli periphery, by producing your own colorful wall tile in a Mosaic Tile Workshop at Zuak, a Moroccan art studio located in the Negev Desert.

The Yeruhami – a story. Place. Experience. The sun-drenched town of Yeruham encompasses a whole world of beauty and pioneering people. Learn about the experience of living in a development town in a narrative accompanied by traditional instruments.

Meet Tel Arad National Park – one of the most important archaeological sites in Israel, on which were found the remains of a fortified Canaanite city and fortresses from the time of the Kings of Judah.

World Sound Healing Journey – At the Shorashim Unity Center in Arad, embark on a unique and captivating sound journey that spans the globe, featuring an array of authentic musical instruments from different cultures. Immerse yourself in the enchanting desert atmosphere as the mesmerizing sounds create a sense of relaxation and tranquility

Enjoy wine tasting at the Yatir Winery, founded in 2000 as a joint venture between local vine-growers and the Carmel Winery. Over the years, this southern winery, located in the heart of the desert, has turned into a symbol of the region. Its wines have been repeatedly awarded high scores, exceptional recognition, and medals, and are rated among Israel’s top wines by local as well as international wine critics.

Tour Kibbutz Hatzerim, one of the most economically successful kibbutzim in the country. Founded in 1946, it still operates as a traditional cooperative kibbutz, and is home to the Netafim drip-irrigation company and the world’s leading jojoba factory.

On 7 October 2023, a protracted and heroic battle took place at the police station in Sderot. We will watch a film about this battle, and, at the Garden of Heroism and Remembrance, built on the remains of the police station, we will honor the memory of the 71 policemen and civilians who perished at this site.

Learn how advanced technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI), are helping to reshape the field of education at Mindset, a leading global player in the field of EdTech, and a proud partner in the demographic and economic growth of the region.