Van Hire in Israel

Israel - Wonders of The Holy Land

By Heather Reid

Israel is a country rich in culture, tradition, history and natural beauty. With a diverse landscape that ranges from desert, beach resorts and mountain ranges, a visit to Israel appeals to all kinds of visitors. Israel is a small country, and getting around by car is really the best way to around, so collect your van rental on arrival at Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport (TLV) or from locations across Israel.

The cosmopolitan city of Tel Aviv-Yafo is a great place to start your visit. Located on the Mediterranean coast, Tel Aviv has everything you want from a vacation, with great beaches, restaurants, cultural activities and a lively nightlife. Explore the historic port of Jaffa in the south, spend time in the fashionable Neve Tzedek, stroll along Ibn Gvirol Street, Dizengoff Street and Ben-Gurion Boulevard or head north to the Hayarkon Park. Tel Aviv port has plenty of parking, and is a great place for a stroll by the sea, to dine in one of the restaurants or to spend the night partying at one of the many nightclubs. Our van rentals are available from locations across Tel Aviv, as well as the nearby cities of Bat Yam, Ramat Aviv and Ramat Gan.

Jerusalem is just a 50 km drive from Tel Aviv, and is an incredible city with a huge religious, historical and political significance. Boasting some of the holiest sites of Christianity, Judaism and Islam, particularly in the Old City, Jerusalem is a city like no other. Aside from its religious significance, Jerusalem is a beautiful modern city with incredible art, food and nightlife and you can easily spend a few days exploring the Mahane Yehuda Market, touring the old neighbourhood of Nachlaot or simply hanging out around the popular King George Street.

From Jerusalem, drive your van rental to the Dead Sea and the NegevDesert. On this remarkable drive to the lowest place on Earth, the landscape quickly changes from pine-covered hilltops into a barren sandy desert, where the natural wonder that is the Dead Sea lies magically at its centre. Explore the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve or drive on to Masada, the historic desert fortress that overlooks the sea. It is possible to drive to the coastal resort of Eilat, though many chose to fly from Ben Gurion Airport and collect their van hire on arrival at Eilat Airport (ETH).

North of Tel Aviv are the cities of Herzliya and Netanya, as well as the picturesque town of Zikhron Ya’aqov. Further north lies Haifa, Israel's third largest city. As you drive into Haifa, you will see the spectacular Bahai temple, home of the Bahai faith, rising up the hillside, with its symmetrically landscaped gardens creating an amazing visual spectacle.

In the Galilee region, our rentals are available the mystical city of Safed and the biblical city of Nazareth. Between the Galilee region and the Golan Heights lies the Sea of Galilee, also known as Lake Tiberias or the Kineret. This is a popular holiday destination for tourists and Israelis alike, and you can collect your car in the town of Tiberias before driving to one of the many of the resorts, where you have the options of camping, staying in a kibbutz guesthouse or a luxury hotel. Drive into the mountains of the Golan to visit the Gamla Nature Reserve, the Hula Valley or to ski on Mount Hermon. Israel is a fabulous country with much to see and do, so make the most of your visit with Bingo car rental!