Two-day cruises to Israel from Cyprus aboard the Salamis Filoxenia
Description
We invite you on a fascinating journey to the Holy Land – a magical place where legends intertwine with history, churches stand side by side with mosques and synagogues, and world-famous holy sites are situated alongside bustling bazaars.
Tours run from 24 June 2015 to 23 September 2015.
Departures on Wednesdays: 24 June 2015, 8 July 2015, 23 September 2015.
Departures on Sundays: 27 July 2015, 31 August 2015.
The ship features 255 comfortable cabins. They are situated above the waterline, allowing guests to admire stunning sunsets. All cabins are equipped with air conditioning, a bath or shower cubicle, an in-cabin telephone, a television, a personal safe and a wardrobe. Cabin service can be arranged on request.
In addition to the standard cabins, the cruise ship offers spacious suites, featuring a living area with a lounge, a separate dining area, two single beds or one double bed, a bathroom, a wardrobe with a personal safe, a dressing table with a hairdryer and a desk.
The 
cruise ship departs from Limassol at 18:00 and arrives in Haifa at 06:00.
All guests on board will find something to suit their tastes: at the Captain’s Club, a talented pianist awaits, and you can enjoy a cocktail to the sound of his music; you can continue the evening at the Messogios bar, admiring the mesmerising sunsets; whilst at the Salamina Club, travellers can look forward to an evening of live entertainment and dancing until the early hours.
If, on the other hand, you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere, you can visit the Sky Bar, where you can unwind in an intimate setting.
Guests are sure to enjoy the culinary masterpieces on offer on board. In the main dining room, Symposium, guests can enjoy Greek and international cuisine, and the head chef will ensure that you can enjoy a variety of culinary delights every day – from freshly baked bread to exquisite desserts.
Casino enthusiasts won’t be bored either; on board the cruise ship, they’ll find blackjack and roulette tables, a wide range of slot machines and a separate bar for players.
Every year, millions of pilgrims and tourists visit Israel. During your stay in Israel, you’ll visit Bethlehem and explore the ancient city known as the birthplace of Jesus Christ.
The tour will begin with a visit to the Church of the Nativity – one of the oldest Christian churches in the world. You’ll visit Manger Square (Nativity Square) in front of the church, discover the wonders of Jerusalem, take a walk to Jaffa Gate, explore the bustling bazaar and stroll through the narrow cobbled streets leading to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Golgotha.
Following in the footsteps of Jesus Christ, you will pass along the Via Dolorosa (Way of Sorrows) and arrive at the Western Wall, which was built by Herod the Great to support an earthen embankment.
The price of the tour includes lunch at one of the local restaurants.
Prices for tours to Israel from Cyprus
| Category | Number of people | Description | Deck | Price for 2 days in euros per person |
| A | 2, 3, 4 | No sea view, 2 beds, 3rd and 4th – bunk beds, shower and toilet | Arion | 319 |
| In | 2, 3, 4 | No sea view, 2 beds, 3rd and 4th – bunk beds, shower and toilet | Minerva | 329 |
| With | 2, 3, 4 | No sea view, 2 beds, 3rd and 4th – bunk beds, shower and toilet | Venus | 339 |
| D | 2 | Sea view, double bed, shower and toilet | Venus / Minerva | 359 |
| E | 2, 3, 4 | Sea view, 2 beds, 3rd and 4th – bunk beds, shower and toilet | Minerva | 369 |
| F | 2, 3, 4 | Sea view, 2 beds, 3rd and 4th – bunk beds, shower and toilet | Venus | 389 |
| G | 2, 3 | Sea view, 2 beds or 3 bunk beds, or a double bed, shower and toilet | Olympus / Poseidon | 399 |
| H | 2, 3, 4 | Superior room, sea view, double bed with single/twin bed/sofa. Bath or shower and toilet | Olympus / Poseidon | 449 |
| I | 2, 3, 4 | Junior Suite, sea view, two beds and a lounge area with a double sofa bed. Bathroom and toilet | Poseidon | 549 |
| J | 2, 3, 4 | Suite, sea view, double bed, separate sitting area with a double sofa bed. Bathroom and toilet | Olympus / Poseidon | 599 |
| K | 2, 3, 4 | Super Suite, sea view, double bed and separate living room with a double sofa bed. Bathroom and toilet | Olympus / Poseidon | 649 |
| Accommodation cost for a 3rd or 4th adult in a cabin without a sea view – 239 euros per person | ||||
| Cost for a third or fourth adult in a cabin with a sea view – €279 per person | ||||
| Travel insurance (optional): adults – €15, children – €8 | ||||
| Tour price for children aged 2 to 12 – €110, subject to sharing a cabin with 2 adults | ||||
| Port charges, security and other services (included in the prices above) | Adults | 50 | ||
| Children | 50 | |||
| Shore excursions (included in the prices above). Excursion to Jerusalem and Bethlehem with lunch | Adults | 75 | ||
| Children | 40 | |||
Further information
- Prices are per person and include fares, port charges, security, a shore excursion and other services.
- Children under 2 years of age pay only the port tax, security charges and other services, provided they do not occupy a separate berth or bed.
- If a child aged between 2 and 12 years is staying in a cabin with only one adult, the charge for the child is 50% of the adult fare plus children’s port charges and other services amounting to 50 euros per person.
- There is a 50 per cent surcharge for single occupancy of a cabin.
- Non-EU nationals (with the exception of Russian and Ukrainian citizens) must hold an entry visa for Israel, which costs 60 euros per person.
- Surcharge per person for transfers between hotel and Limassol port: Limassol – €18, Larnaca/Paphos – €30, Ayia Napa/Protaras – €36, Chrysochous – €36, Pervolia area – €34, Pissouri area – €30. For children aged 2 to 12, the transfer fee is 50%.
To book a tour, you can fill in the online booking form, email us at: or call us on: +357 25 310 692.
