
Gaza Border and Nova Festival Memorial Small Group Tour
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4.8/5
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Quick answer
Is Gaza Border and Nova Festival Memorial Small Group Tour worth booking?
Gaza Border and Nova Festival Memorial Small Group Tour is a 10-hour experience in Jerusalem, Israel, from $149 per person. It scores 71 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Strongly Recommended”, based on a 4.8/5 rating across 17 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 71 / 100
- Rating
- 4.8/5 (17)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $149 per person
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 abo
What you get
About this experience
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 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
Included
- Transportation
- Hand-picked expert guide
Not included
- Meals and drinks
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities
- Entrance fees: Sderot Police Station
What you'll see and do
6:15 - Departure from Jerusalem
Pass by without stopping
8:00 - Departure from Tel Aviv
Pass by without stopping
Israel
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
60 minutes here
Pause at Sderot Police Station and watch a short film, then reach the Nahal Oz outlook and honor the “female observers”, border surveillance experts who died during the Nahal Oz attack
60 minutes here
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
180 minutes here
Netivot
Enjoy lunch in Netivot, then visit the parking lot where dozens of torched cars remain
60 minutes here
Tel Aviv
16:15 - Return to Tel Aviv
Pass by without stopping
Jerusalem
18:00 - Return to Jerusalem
Pass by without stopping
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Jerusalem
Meet your guide in front of the David Citadel Hotel. He will have an orange sign saying 'Tourist Israel'
Meeting point
Jerusalem
Meet your guide in front of the Textile Building. He will have an orange sign saying 'Tourist Israel'
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meet your guide in front of the David Citadel Hotel. He will have an orange sign saying 'Tourist Israel'
Ends at
Meet your guide in front of the Textile Building. He will have an orange sign saying 'Tourist Israel'
Options you can book
From Tel Aviv
From Jerusalem
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Fri, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tourist Israel
Know before you go
- 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.
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Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Fri, Sun
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Strongly Recommended
Why this scores 71
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Gaza Border and Nova Festival Memorial Small Group Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Jerusalem.
How much does Gaza Border and Nova Festival Memorial Small Group Tour cost?
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Prices start at $149 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Jerusalem usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Gaza Border and Nova Festival Memorial Small Group Tour take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Jerusalem is not rushed.
Is Gaza Border and Nova Festival Memorial Small Group Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 71 out of 100, which we label "Strongly Recommended". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.8/5 across 17 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Jerusalem, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Gaza Border and Nova Festival Memorial Small Group Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Gaza Border and Nova Festival Memorial Small Group Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Gaza Border and Nova Festival Memorial Small Group Tour?
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Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Jerusalem can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Jerusalem and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Gaza Border and Nova Festival Memorial Small Group Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Jerusalem within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Jerusalem?
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On Outty we rank every Jerusalem experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Jerusalem Boutique Tour from Tel Aviv, Travel to Bethlehem Half Day Guided Tour from Jerusalem, Jerusalem: Dual Narrative Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Jerusalem?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Jerusalem?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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