Flights to Jerusalem
Touch history from the sky
Jerusalem is sacred to Judaism, Christianity and Islam, the capital city of the State of Israel, lies at an altitude 550-850 meters and is located on the watershed of the Judean Hills.
In 1981 declared Jerusalem’s Old City World Heritage Site by UNESCO.
Due to its geographic location and the rich history of the city there is much to see in unique perspective of the bird view.
When we approach the city Mount Herodion can be seen striking in the distance. Herod built the Second Temple (By the way you can fly with us amazing flight following the construction projects of Herod) was considered by Jews at the time cruel ruler. He was afraid that the Jews will demolish his tomb and therefore wanted to be buried in place far enough from Jerusalem but overlooking the city. By the way according to Christianity Herod ordered the killing of all the children in Bethlehem because of the news of the birth of Christ.
Flying over Jerusalem with the Herodion (Herod’s burial place) on the horizon we can let our imagination to sail back 2000 years to the same period.
Due to the geographical location of Jerusalem can be seen during the flight a large part of the Judea and imagine the stories of the Bible in this geographic region.
On the other hand you can see the Judean Desert, the Dead Sea and Jordan.
Upon entering the city stands Chords Bridge and then you can see the Supreme Court Knesset and Israel Museum – a symbolic key regime and culture of the country. Incidentally sharp-eyed will notice the solar panels on the roof of the Knesset that might represent the future of green technology …
Set adjacent to the Knesset the Valley of the Cross. According to the Christian faith, the source of the wood of the cross of Christ came to this valley.
At this time we look at the old city and you can see at a glance all of the Old City and Mount Scopus behind.
Dome of the Rock stands out from a distance, at the Western Wall, the City of David. According to the Holy Sepulchre where Jesus was crucified Christian faith (and resurrected), prominent in the center of Jewish Quarter the Hurva Synagogue. We will continue to enjoy many other known sites in town.
Jerusalem flights usually leave Rishon Letzion or Tel Aviv so that you can enjoy the skyline of Tel Aviv, a view of the Mediterranean, historical sites around Latrun and then the climb to Jerusalem through the valley gate. Of course you can take off from Jerusalem or anywhere else in the country.
DEAD SEA AND MASADA TOURS
Our dead sea and Masada tours are among our best-sellers, and it’s no wonder, as these two sites are among Israel’s most unique and impressive. Israel is certainly one of the most beautiful countries in the world, but seeing it from a helicopter takes the experience to a whole new level. After takeoff we view the Tel Aviv skyline and coastline and then continue over the Latrun monastery and Jerusalem forest towards Jerusalem.
Jerusalem is remarkable from the air; we view the old city in all its glory: the western wall, temple mount, mount of olives and mount Scopus.
We continue our flight towards the Judean desert and fly over the lowest spot in the world, some 1200 feet below sea level, while witnessing a variety of natural phenomena formed around the dead sea and the surrounding desert, and then we climb towards the incredible site of Masada.
After landing you can take a cable car to the top and explore the ancient ruins.
Masada was designated a Unesco world heritage site as it contains a magnificent palace, built by Herod the great and full of amazingly well-preserved archaeological ruins and an interactive visitor’s center.
After Masada we’ll take a short flight to a place where we can float in the dead sea, a most unique experience as the water is famous not only for its Flotational but also for its healing properties.
If desired, you can have a meal at one of the restaurants close by and then fly back to Tel Aviv.
The inspiring story of Masada with its historical perspective resonates to this day and therefore, it is common to combine a visit to Masada as part of a Bar or Bat – Mitzvah trip.
We promise a remarkable day or as we say:
Israel Helicopters – once in a lifetime, every time!
