The Kibbutz community, which was established on Palestine’s first days, was a cooperative community of locals and immigrants which decided to make “Alyia” to Israel and works its land, all of them together working hard while adhering to the principles of socialism and Zionism. Over the last decades, the Kibbutzim were privatized and to principals are not that strong anymore, but there are still some Kibbutzim which remained the same.
The Kibbutz experience can be a perfect way to discover and travel Israel in a unique style and while enjoying the Kibbutz laid back lifestyle. The deals for Kibbutzim are interesting and give you a great value for money, as the rates are lower, the car is included and the friendly Kibbutznikim (people who live in the Kibbutz) will welcome you with warm, homely hospitality, which you will never forget.
Each one of the Kibbutz accommodation in these deals for Kibbutzim is a warm, clean, equipped accommodation, perfect for families, couples or friends, which want to be close to the main, busy, cities of Israel but to sleep at a quite, almost rural, countryside, vibe. With a rented car, which is a part of the offers for Kibbutzim, you will be able to discover Israel to its depth, explore all the interesting, historical places in the country during the days, then to drive back to your Kibbutz for a great night sleep and the opportunity to meet new, friendly, people that can become your new friends in Israel.
One of the best options from the offers to Kibbutzim consists of these 3 Kibbutzim, located in 3 major, important areas of Israel, and offering the best way to discover the country:
Starting with the holy city of Jerusalem, you will stay at the beautiful Kibbutz Ramat Rachel which is located south of Jerusalem, overlooking Bethlehem. The kibbutz was established in 1926 by immigrants from Lithuania and Russia who named it after Rachel (one of the 4 mothers of Israel according to the Bible, Ya’akov’s wife), who’s believed to be buried in Bethlehem. The hotel at the Kibbutz is a modern, pampering one, combining modern facilities with rural simplicity and breathtaking views of Jerusalem, Bethlehem, the Judean Desert and more.
Next stop is in the north of the country, on the magical banks of Kinneret, the Sea of Galilee. Kibbutz Ginossar is one of the most beautiful Kibbutzes in the area and is located on the western bank, close to Tiberius. Ginossar was established in 1934 on Purim Eve, and Nof Ginossar hotel offer its guests great and easy access to all major attractions and tourism points in the north: the Upper Galilee, the Jordan Valley, Tiberius, Golan Heights and much more. Furthermore, the hotel rooms are tastefully designed, equipped with all amenities necessary, some of them even have extraordinary views to the Kinneret. There is also a private beach, an outside swimming pool a tennis court and a basketball court.
Next stop on this special offer for Kibbutzim is the famous Kibbutz Shfayim, in the country’s center, a few miles north of Herzliya and only 25 minutes’ drive from Tel Aviv, Israel’s cultural and commercial center, and the most vibrant, full of life, place you must visit. Kibbutz Shfayim, which was established in 1927 by immigrants from Poland and Russia, is located just on the shore of the Mediterranean Sea and is considered to be one of Israel most wealthy Kibbutzim.
The hotel at Kibbutz Shfayim offers 150 spacious, comfortable rooms, close to the beach, to the Sharon nature reserve and to Shfayim shopping and entertainment center. Besides, during the summer season, the hotel guests will enjoy the famous water park of Shfayim, offering many fun attractions, perfect for kids and families.
These deals for Kibbutzim are highly recommended, as they offer a chance to see Israel with another angle, and allow you to meet new people, discover secret places and have fun with your friends and family.