With one of the most diverse landscapes in a small geographical area, traveling in Israel is a remarkable exploration. Once you’ve ticked off the major cosmopolitan, cultural hubs of Tel Aviv and Jerusalem and had the thrill of defying gravity in the Dead Sea, direct your wanderings to the tips of Israel to take advantage of the variety of experiences this tough little country has to offer.

Join Israeli families and tourists from Israel’s northern European neighbors at its southern tip in the city of Eilat. Dipping your toes into the turquoise waters of the Gulf of Aqaba, you’ll be sure to find the mix of relaxation and adventure you seek in Israel’s premier resort town. Beyond the aquatic activities available in Eilat, opportunities for carefree fun abound in this thriving port city. From clubs and casinos to the biblical theme park, King’s City, you’ll never come down from the thrill as you tour Israel along with the diverse visitors coming to Eilat all year-round.

Whether exploring upward from Eilat or riding camelback into the desert (does it get much more “adventure in Israel” than that?!), the Negev is one of Israel’s most expansive and unbeatable natural attractions. Once an important, historic trade route, the Negev remains the home of precious desert species, some of the traditional Negev Bedouin communities, and the ruins of ancient cities. Today, many innovative local farmers are experimenting with cultivation in the desert climate. After a daytime excursion, pitch your tent, and look up to the stars and give in for a moment to be overwhelmed by the vast, speckled sky.

On the opposite side of the country and in an opposite climate, venture to the Golan Heights and Galilee to experience the lush terrain of Israel. Amidst wildflowers, ranches, and kibbutz compounds, find joy while swimming, cycling, and hiking Israel in this beautiful region of the country. Embrace your natural surroundings in the Yehuda Nature Reserve and Tzipori National Park, but don’t forget to bear witness to the miracles of Christianity at Nazareth or recognize the remnants of the recent tension over this stunning landscape between Syria and Israel from 1967 to 1981.