Safed to Tiberias Self-Guided (GPS) Audio Driving Tour, Israel - In the footsteps of Jesus and The Prophets
Places: 36 POIs
Distance: 38.5 mi
Duration: 2h:31m
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About this English self-guided 2h:31m driving tour in Safed
Hello and welcome to this UCPlaces tour of northeast Israel. My name is Dave, and it will be my pleasure joining you as co-pilot, as we take a day trip through this beautiful part of the world.
Our journey today will start in Safed, a hilltop town with cobblestone streets and mystical charm, renowned as one of Judaism’s Four Holy Cities and a center of Kabbalah. From there we will head east to Rosh Pina, take in the serene mountain views and historic architecture of this quaint village, one of the earliest Zionist settlements in Israel, known for its stone buildings and artisan shops.
From Rosh Pina, we will drive south toward the Sea of Galilee, where the landscape opens up to lush valleys and shimmering waters. Your route will lead you to Tiberias, a city along the lake’s western shore steeped in both religious history and vibrant local life, offering a blend of ancient sites, lakeside views, and relaxation.
Sit back and relax, unless you're the one behind the wheel, safety first, and allow me to have your ears, as your eyes will be on the view.
We will begin on Jerusalem Street, next to the Tzfat Lubavitch Center in Safed. Make sure you are gassed up and have some snacks with you. There will be places to stop and use the restroom along the way. Follow your GPS, and we will begin shortly.
- 1For the best experience, begin at the tour's recommended starting point and follow the stops in order.
- 2Want to start somewhere else? Simply use Start At on the tour screen, before tapping Start Tour, to begin from any stop.
- 3Need to detour or skip a stop along the way? Tap Tour Assistant (
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) to use Force Play, Skip, and Back, for full flexibility.
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Place #1
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Recommended Starting Point
Distance: 0.00mi
, Attraction : Ancient City
Jerusalem St 85, Safed, Israel
Old City Safed
We begin today cruising through The Old City section of Sah-fed, which boasts a mesmerizing blend of spiritual heritage, art, and historical architecture. It is one of Judaism’s Four Holy Cities and is deeply associated with Kabbalah, Jewish mysticism.
Coming up on the left is one of the most famous synagogues in Sah-fed, Ari Ashkenazi Synagogue. This 16th-century synagogue is dedicated to Rabbi Isaac Luria, a leading figure in Jewish mysticism, known as the "Ari." Its vibrant interior is adorned with blue hues, intricate wood carvings, and an ornate ark. The synagogue is still active and attracts visitors interested in the history of Kabbalah.
Next to this place of worship on the left is another historic synagogue, the Abuhav Synagogue, which is said to be over 500 years old and features a unique blend of Sephardic and Moorish architectural styles. Its striking design includes an impressive blue-and-white painted ceiling, a large Torah ark, and an elaborately decorated interior filled with symbolic imagery.
The park on the right is The Citadel or (Metzuda Park). This fortress remains from the Crusader period and offers panoramic views of the Galilee, including the Sea of Galilee, Mount Meron, and even the Golan Heights on a clear day. The Citadel is a lovely spot for a walk and provides insight into Sah-fed’s strategic importance over the centuries.
Sah-fed is known for its thriving art scene, and its Artists' Colony is a maze of galleries and workshops where local artists sell their work, which often incorporates Jewish themes and symbols. You’ll find everything from paintings and sculptures to handcrafted jewelry and ceramics here, with each piece reflecting the spiritual and creative soul of Sah-fed.
Follow your navigation as we begin to make our way out of the Old City. Go around Daniel Square and left up Derech Street and continue half a mile to route 8900.
Coming up on the left is one of the most famous synagogues in Sah-fed, Ari Ashkenazi Synagogue. This 16th-century synagogue is dedicated to Rabbi Isaac Luria, a leading figure in Jewish mysticism, known as the "Ari." Its vibrant interior is adorned with blue hues, intricate wood carvings, and an ornate ark. The synagogue is still active and attracts visitors interested in the history of Kabbalah.
Next to this place of worship on the left is another historic synagogue, the Abuhav Synagogue, which is said to be over 500 years old and features a unique blend of Sephardic and Moorish architectural styles. Its striking design includes an impressive blue-and-white painted ceiling, a large Torah ark, and an elaborately decorated interior filled with symbolic imagery.
The park on the right is The Citadel or (Metzuda Park). This fortress remains from the Crusader period and offers panoramic views of the Galilee, including the Sea of Galilee, Mount Meron, and even the Golan Heights on a clear day. The Citadel is a lovely spot for a walk and provides insight into Sah-fed’s strategic importance over the centuries.
Sah-fed is known for its thriving art scene, and its Artists' Colony is a maze of galleries and workshops where local artists sell their work, which often incorporates Jewish themes and symbols. You’ll find everything from paintings and sculptures to handcrafted jewelry and ceramics here, with each piece reflecting the spiritual and creative soul of Sah-fed.
Follow your navigation as we begin to make our way out of the Old City. Go around Daniel Square and left up Derech Street and continue half a mile to route 8900.
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Place #2
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Distance: 0.31mi
, Attraction : Dining
Lamed St 32, Safed, Israel
Cuisine
If you chose to walk around a bit before we got started, you likely came across some tasty cuisine options. Due to its location in the northern region of Israel, Sah-fed is known for its distinctive cuisine, blending Jewish, Middle Eastern, and Mediterranean flavors. With a rich cultural and religious history, Sah-fed’s culinary scene reflects the influence of various Jewish communities, from Ashkenazi and Sephardic to Middle Eastern. Many restaurants in Safed are kosher-certified, with separate dairy and meat establishments following traditional Jewish dietary laws.
Known for locally produced cheese, especially in kashrut-observant establishments, Safed’s dairy cafes often serve fresh cheeses, yogurts, and labneh. Goat cheese is a staple, sourced from nearby farms in the Galilee.
As in many Israeli cities, you can find fresh falafel and shawarma, served with pita or laffa, and topped with salads, tahini, and amba (a tangy mango sauce).
You will also find Mezze plates, which are small plates featuring a variety of flavors, including hummus, babaganoush, and Israeli salads, are common.
Reflecting Ashkenazi Jewish traditions, cholent (a slow-cooked stew) and kugel (a noodle or potato pudding) are often served on the Sabbath. Freshly baked challah (braided bread) and borekas, (savory pastries filled with cheese or potatoes) are popular at bakeries.
The surrounding Galilee region is known for its olive groves, and many dishes incorporate local olive oil. Za'atar, a blend of Middle Eastern herbs, is commonly used for flavoring.
Local markets offer a bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables from the area, including pomegranates, figs, and citrus.
For those with a sweet tooth, Knafeh may interest you. It is a sweet cheese pastry drizzled with syrup and topped with crushed pistachios, popular in Middle Eastern desserts. Another confectionery delicacy is Baklava, layers of pastry, honey, and nuts make baklava a favorite, and also Halva (a sesame-based dessert) that offers a unique nutty sweetness.
Safed’s cuisine offers a blend of spiritual ambiance and culinary diversity, attracting locals and tourists alike to enjoy its flavors, often served with scenic views of the mountains or the Sea of Galilee.
Known for locally produced cheese, especially in kashrut-observant establishments, Safed’s dairy cafes often serve fresh cheeses, yogurts, and labneh. Goat cheese is a staple, sourced from nearby farms in the Galilee.
As in many Israeli cities, you can find fresh falafel and shawarma, served with pita or laffa, and topped with salads, tahini, and amba (a tangy mango sauce).
You will also find Mezze plates, which are small plates featuring a variety of flavors, including hummus, babaganoush, and Israeli salads, are common.
Reflecting Ashkenazi Jewish traditions, cholent (a slow-cooked stew) and kugel (a noodle or potato pudding) are often served on the Sabbath. Freshly baked challah (braided bread) and borekas, (savory pastries filled with cheese or potatoes) are popular at bakeries.
The surrounding Galilee region is known for its olive groves, and many dishes incorporate local olive oil. Za'atar, a blend of Middle Eastern herbs, is commonly used for flavoring.
Local markets offer a bounty of fresh fruits and vegetables from the area, including pomegranates, figs, and citrus.
For those with a sweet tooth, Knafeh may interest you. It is a sweet cheese pastry drizzled with syrup and topped with crushed pistachios, popular in Middle Eastern desserts. Another confectionery delicacy is Baklava, layers of pastry, honey, and nuts make baklava a favorite, and also Halva (a sesame-based dessert) that offers a unique nutty sweetness.
Safed’s cuisine offers a blend of spiritual ambiance and culinary diversity, attracting locals and tourists alike to enjoy its flavors, often served with scenic views of the mountains or the Sea of Galilee.
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Tour itinerary stops | Additional places you'll see on this self-guided tour
Place 1
Old City Safed
Place 2
Cuisine
Place 3
Josefs Tomb
Place 4
Biriya Forest
Place 5
Uri Lookout and Birya Fortress
Place 6
Urban Legends
Place 7
Amuka and Tomb
Place 8
Climate
Place 9
Mount Hermon
Place 10
Hatzor HaGlilit
Place 11
Route 90
Place 12
Rosh Pina
Place 13
Old Town Rosh Pina
Place 14
Famous Figures
Place 15
Story Time
Place 16
Chorazin
Place 17
Old Cemetery
Place 18
The Old Synagogue and Korazim National Park
Place 19
Ritual Baths
Place 20
Almagor
Place 21
Sea of Galilee
Place 22
Kfar Nahum National Park
Place 23
Capernaum
Place 24
Waterfall
Place 25
Tabgha
Place 26
Beatitudes
Place 27
Rest Stop
Place 28
Amud Stream
Place 29
Ginosar
Place 30
Migdal
Place 31
Battle of the Horns of Hattin
Place 32
Dave
Place 33
Tiberias
Place 34
Captain Kirk
Place 35
Tiberias Promenade
Place 36
St. Peter's Church, Memorial Garden and 12 Apostles
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Have any questions about this tour? Or a general travel / self-guided tours question? That's completely natural
+ How long does this tour take?
Most travelers complete this tour in approximately 2 to 3 hours, depending on pace, time spent at each stop, and optional detours. Having said that, please remember that self-guided tours are extremly flexible (you can start, pause, continue anytime) and everyone has their own pace.
+ What does this tour include?
This self-guided driving tour includes 36 stops, covering top attractions such as Old City Safed, Cuisine, Josefs Tomb, Biriya Forest, Uri Lookout and Birya Fortress.
+ Where does the tour start?
The tour starts at Old City Safed (Address: Jerusalem St 85, Safed, Israel). You can begin the tour there or join from any stop along the route.
+ What type of tour is this?
This is a self-guided driving tour designed to be completed by car, covering scenic routes, city highlights and optional key stops.
+ Can I do this tour at my own pace?
Yes, this is a self-guided driving tour, so you can start anytime and explore at your own pace. You can pause, skip stops, or spend more time at places that interest you. You can even split it into multiple days. Explore however feels right for you. The only vaiables that might affect your pace are speed limits and traffic congestion.
+ Do I need a car for this tour?
Yes, this is a driving tour, designed to be completed by car, with stops spread across different locations connected by a driving route.
+ Do I need anything in order to take the tour?
There are two things that you need - 1. A mobile phone (with the UCPlaces app installed and active location services, and a cellular data plan with a decent signal for downloading the tour). 2. A car. Here are some recommendations for a great experience: 1. Make sure your phone is fully charged and bring a charging cable for your car. 2. Connect your phone to the car speaker system via bluetooth or use our CarPlay/Android Auto option for the best experience.
+ How will I navigate from point to point during the tour?
The tour uses GPS-based navigation through the UCPlaces app, with automatic audio playback and step-by-step directions between stops. This works great either directly from your phone, or while connected to your car's multimedia system and using our CarPlay or Android Auto options. Just follow the route and listen to the audio guide. Use the resume feature to continue from where you recently stopped (or closed the app). Easily skip or go back to stops.
+ Is this tour suitable for families or groups?
Yes, self-guided tours are ideal for families and small groups, allowing everyone to explore comfortably without being tied to a fixed schedule.
+ What makes a self-guided tour better than a guided tour?
Self-guided tours are more flexible, affordable, and personalized. You can avoid crowds, choose your pace, and focus on the stops that interest you most.
+ I installed the app and it's now asking for GPS and media access permissions, why?
The app is your tour-guide, it needs to know where you are located on the map to be able to trigger the points of interest. It also needs access to audio and media files to provide you with this experience.
+ What happens if there are unexpected roadblocks or navigation issues?
We have been working hard to deliver a great experience. Though you may run into unexpected obstacles (the world is constantly changing), our app has multiple features and mechanisms in place to help you overcome them, including: AI assistance, force play an audio if you can't reach the stop, skip or return to stops, automatic rerouting and more.
+ Can I take the tour in my language?
Though all of our tours are primarily in English, many tours are muyltilingual (including: Spanish, German, Portuguese, French, Japanese, Hebrew, French, Arabic and more...). The tour language options depend on the specific tour - You can easily check which languages are available in the tour screen!