The Holy Land blog of Ahalan Olympus Tours

Yesterday I enjoyed wandering around the little shops on Allenby street , then as the sun was setting   , I settled my head in a warm coffee shop to enjoy a hot drink and light snack among the colorful Tel Avians as they sat quietly reading newspapers or chatting with friends, I enjoyed watching some tourists at a nearby table excitingly rummage through their shopping bags checking and showing each other the bargains they found in the colorful shops of Allenby street. Such a pleasurable atmosphere, a welcome tasty break from the electrifying hustle and bustle of Tel Aviv with its trains, buses, moniot sherut, busy with families on family trips, seeking their jewish heritage or just having fun, there is always something for everyone! The check in at the airport for the return flight to Eilat was entertaining with a jolly group of Haredi Jews singing and playing music to wish all passengers a happy Chanukah. Soon I was heading home to Eilat, flying over the Dead Sea, and acr

Enjoy off track tours, jeep safari or don your walking shoes for hikes in the desert. Just a short drive from Eilat, off track jeep safari to see the flamingo pools surrounded by the pink mountains visit in the late afternoon as the sun paints the sky creating colors for the eyes to feast upon.  This city Eilat in the south of Israel the Holy land is worth a visit. A few days ago I enjoyed this trip with friends and we were fortunate enough to do some bird watching too. something for all ages from Bar Mitzvah to grandparents. Family trips, jewish, christian or just nature lovers can all enjoy these places. Sunset over Eilat from the Arava valley. Migrating birds  early evening off track near Eilat.

Jerusalem - the holy capitol of the world! the most breathtaking panoramic view  from the Mount of Olives is definitely the most inviting way to first see  both the old and new cities.  Our licensed tour guides bring alive this magical city to experience a taste of the major religions in the world! touch the wailing wall, walk the Via Delarosa, see the famous Gold dome on Temple Mount, enter the Church of the Holy Sepulcher and smell the oriental  Suq (local market), literally opening up the mind, soul and spirit for everybody...whatever your beliefs your heart will be touched.... a must for any Middle East visitor... 

Eilat, the most Southern city in Israel - known for its winter sun - so what happens when there are a few clouds in the sky?  Today in Eilat we have perfect weather for exploring the beautiful red mountains that surround this amazing gulf! for those wishing to go traditional camels are good family fun! for the hikers, private jeeps can combine desert adventure with exploring the Red Canyon or Timna Park . The Under Water Observatory has one of the worlds most advanced shark pools, the largest in the Middle East and is an ideal way of experiencing the amazing underwater world without getting your feet wet! On with your wet suit if you wish to swim with dolphins, come rain or shine they are always happy to greet you,  or also plenty of VAT free shopping in our ice mall - an Olympic size ice rink surrounded by stores. With so many choices of restaurants, bars and coffee shops there really is something for everybody...