Dine on a Combo Druze Culinary and History Tour

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Dine on a Combo Druze Culinary and History Tour

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US$795.86 per group

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Earliest available date: September 14, 2026

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10 meals

Summary

Experience Details

What You’ll Experience

Where to Meet

Reviews

Location

Jerusalem

Duration

10 hours

Number of Guests

1 - 4 guests

Accessibility

Stroller Accessible

Language

English

Other

Kosher, Vegetarian, Private Experience

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Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Explore the unique blend of Druze culture and history in northern Israel. Delight in authentic Galilean cuisine, visit award-winning artisans, and uncover ancient stories in Peki'in.

For each guest that attends this experience, byFood will donate
10 meals

Experience Details

Simon says: “Come dine with me on a Combo Druze culinary & history tour"

We will visit 2 Druze towns in the north of Israel, experiencing 2 businesses that have won awards - a beautiful garden & an amazing place where Gamila Hiar has been using her knowledge of nature to create products made from 15 healing herbs grown only in the Galilee along with a combination of pure plant oils - with no artificial colours or fragrances - to produce face oils, hand & foot cream, cleansing bars, candles & more.

For brunch you will enjoy Galilean Druze salads, eggs, cheeses, olives, falafel & more, served with freshly baked Druze pita & fragrant, black coffee.

Our last stops are to the ancient 2000-year-old town of Peki'in which has a population of Druze, Christians, Muslims & 1 remaining Jewish woman. There we will visit the old synagogue & hear the story of this ancient Jewish community. There is also the cave of Rabbi Shimon who hid from the Romans in 149 CE

Pick up from any location in Israel

What You Get

Bottled water

We provide water and snacks for the day

In-vehicle air conditioning

Air-conditioned vehicle

Lunch

Good To Know

The time of the tour of 10 hours includes transportation times from your location to the attractions and return journey.
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Specialized infant seats are available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers

What You’ll Experience

Al- Muna Gardens

Our day begins with a visit to the beautiful Al Mona Garden where you will hear the incredible story of Naji Abbas, who created this gorgeous garden – which won 2nd place in a competition to find the most beautiful garden in the world - & dedicated it to his beloved parents, Mona & Rasheed. From his personal story, you will learn a bit more about the Druze community in Israel, his father’s unwavering support for the IDF way back in 1948 & learn about various aspects of Druze culture.

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

Julis

Brunch will be at a kosher Druze restaurant established by Basma Henno in the center of Julis. The owner is an IDF war widow, who named it after her son Noor; breakfast is based on local cuisine & produce that is freshly picked from the surrounding fields & served in traditional dishes. You will enjoy Galilean Druze salads, eggs, cheeses, olives, falafel & more, served alongside freshly baked Druze pita, ending your meal with fragrant, black coffee.

2 hoursAdmission Ticket Free

Gamila Secret

After brunch, we will drive to Grandma Gamila’s soap factory, where for over 30 years, Gamila Hiar has been using her knowledge of nature to create products made from fifteen healing herbs grown only in the Galilee along with a combination of pure plant oils - with no artificial colours or fragrances - to produce face oils, hand & foot cream, cleansing bars, candles & more. Gamila employs Druze, Muslim, Christian & Jewish women, & is a world leader in producing natural beauty products. There will be an opportunity to buy products if you wish

1 hour 30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Peki'in

Our next stop is to the ‘Cave of The Rashbi’ - Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai; he & his son, Rabbi Elazar fled from the Romans in the year 149 CE & hid in this cave in Peki’in, sustained by the fruit of a carob tree & water from a spring. It is said they did not leave the cave for 12 years

30 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Peki'in Old Synagogue

Our final visit is to the ancient town of Peki’in inhabited by Jews for 2000 years old, now sadly only one elderly Jewish woman remains. The visitor center tells the story of this community who fleeing the destroyed Temple in 70CE settled in Peki’in. Next door is the ancient synagogue, which has 2 plaques on the wall, recently carbon-dated by the Israel Antiquities Authority to the time that the Cohanim fled Jerusalem to escape the Romans - legend has it that these plaques were brought with them from The Second Temple.

2 hoursAdmission Ticket Included

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I will pick you up from your location and will contact you when I arrive to get you.

Cancellation Policy
Cancel your booking at least 24 hours before the experience start time to receive a full refund.
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Reviews

5.0

based on 12 reviews

(TripAdvisor)

Close Encounters with Places and People From the Druze Villages

February 06, 2026

I can't stop raving about the trip I took with Simon to the Druzes Villages in Israel. We got to see and speak with courageous and interesting people from the villages. The lunch was such a trea...read more

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druze tour

January 15, 2026

brilliant day out and learning about Druze and their history. fact filled day with incredible Druze ( kosher) lunch and thoroughly enjoyable. 100% recommended .unique sites to visit .

(TripAdvisor)

A fun and informative day out.

December 29, 2025

We did a tour of Druze sites, many of which were about strong Druze women. It was an excellent experience. Simon is a friendly and informative guide.

(TripAdvisor)

Fabulous day out!

December 28, 2025

Another fabulous trip with Imagine Israel Tours! Simon is such a knowledgeable , interesting and pleasant guide and the day was very well structured. Highly recommended!!

(TripAdvisor)

An interesting Druze experience.

December 28, 2025

5 out of 5. It was a great experience. I learnt a lot about the druze people. The food was outstanding. I thoroughly enjoyed this trip . Simon is an excellent tour guide.

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