Gaza Border and Nova Festival Memorial Small Group Tour
At a glance
Gaza Border and Nova Festival Memorial Small Group Tour is a 10h small-group experience in Jerusalem, Israel, operated by Tourist Israel. Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 24 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $149 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Transportation, Hand-picked expert guide.
Highlights
- Small group of up to 15 people for a more personal experience
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 8 stops in one well-planned itinerary
Quick facts
- Duration
- 10h
- Group
- Small group, up to 15 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Journey from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv to the Gaza border and visit areas affected by the October 7th events. Stop at Kobe’s Hill lookout point and then watch a short film at the Sderot Police Station. In Nahal Oz, learn about moments of courage and loss, honoring the fallen “female observers”. Visit Re’im, once the Nova Festival site, now a memorial, and see roadside bomb shelters where locals sought safety. Pause in Netivot or Sderot for lunch, and end with some quiet reflection at the infamous parking lot of torched cars.
The tour is guided by local experts who ensure a sensitive and respectful experience, allowing visitors to learn, reflect, and bear witness to a pivotal moment in Israel’s recent history.
What's included
What's included
- Transportation
- Hand-picked expert guide
Not included
- Meals and drinks
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees: Short film at Sderot Police Station - only available on Fridays
Itinerary
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Stop 1
6:15 - Departure from Jerusalem
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Stop 2
8:00 - Departure from Tel Aviv
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Stop 3 · 1h
Travel south on Route 232 and learn about the stories that took place along this road, then at Kobe’s Hill, observe the frontline overlook of the Gaza border
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Stop 4 · 1h
Reach the Nahal Oz outlook and honor the “female observers”, border surveillance experts who died during the Nahal Oz attack
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Stop 5 · 3h
Arrive in Re’im, the site where the Nova Music Festival was once celebrated, enjoy free time for remembrance, reflection, and prayer at the Nova Festival Victims Memorial, and stop at the roadside bomb shelters, where many Israelis sought shelter
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Stop 6 · 1h
Enjoy lunch in Netivot or Sderot (not included), then visit the parking lot where dozens of torched cars remain
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Stop 7
16:15 - Return to Tel Aviv
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Stop 8
18:00 - Return to Jerusalem
Meeting point
Meet your guide in front of the David Citadel Hotel. He will have an orange sign saying 'Tourist Israel'
Meet your guide in front of the Textile Building. He will have an orange sign saying 'Tourist Israel'
Good to know
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Visitor discretion is advised. Given that this tour covers deeply sensitive subject matter, participants are encouraged to prepare themselves emotionally and mentally.
- All participants must be at least 14 years of age.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Gaza Border and Nova Festival Memorial Small Group Tour take?
The experience lasts about 10h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $149 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Transportation; Hand-picked expert guide.
Where does it start?
Meet your guide in front of the David Citadel Hotel. He will have an orange sign saying 'Tourist Israel' Meet your guide in front of the Textile Building. He will have an orange sign saying 'Tourist Israel'
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.8 out of 5 across 24 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Jerusalem.
