In a country as small as Israel, we can see a lot in a short period of time.  The thing is that there is a lot to see.  Following are some of the highlights that should not be missed and that can be customized for you.

Jerusalem

We certainly begin with the Old City. One square mile of one of the best stories that continues to be written with your own prayers at the Wall. I have a full day in the Old City planned including: The Temple Mount (security permitting); the Church of the Holy Sepluchure; 360 vistas; Via Delarosa; Shuks; Jewish quarter; Old City museums depending on interest.

A second day in Jerusalem should be spent at Yad Vashem Shoah memorial and museum, the recently remodeled Israel Museum; the Shrine of the Book and Second Temple model and more.

Galilee

The northern region of Israel has a lot to offer.  Here are some of the highlights.

• Sea Of Galilee (Lake Kinneret): Located on the shores of the lake are many important sites.  Starting from the top of the lake is Mt. Beatitudes and its church commemorating the Sermon on the Mount.  Not far is Capernaum “the town of Jesus” where there is the remains of an ancient synagogue and perhaps the first church in history.  Continuing around the lake we pass through Tiberias, which has an ancient synagogue mosaic.  We pass the first Kibbutzim founded over a hundred years ago.  At the very southern point is the Yardenit Baptismal site, where Christian pilgrims can go into the Jordan river.
• Tsfat (Safed): The Kabbalah capitol of the world, Tsfat is the spot!  Quaint and picturesque, a tour of Tsfat will include synagogues, the artist quarter, local fair and some of the best shopping in the country.  We will also discuss the Jewish mystical tradition known as Kabbalah.
• Nazareth: The largest Arab city in Israel, is also the host to the largest Church in the Middle East called The Basilica of the Annunciation as well as St. Joseph’s church.
• Acco (Acre): This ancient port city has some of the best Crusader ruins in the country. We will see the huge vaulted halls where the knights ate and the pilgrims rested after a long journey and before their tour of the Holy Land. Also in Acco is the Turkish Hamam and marketplace.  Down the alleys one might find the synagogue of Rabbi Moshe Luzzatto from the 18th century.
• Rosh Hanikra:  Right up at the very northwestern tip of the country, is a gelogical phenomenon known as the Grottos of Rosh Hanikra.  We will descend on the shortest cable ride in the world to where sea and land meet in the sea hewn caves.  On our way out we will visit the border with Lebanon.
• Tzipporri (Sephoris):  The capitol of the Galilee in antiquity, Tzippori offers the finest collection of ancient mosaics.  The Roman theater; the water works; the citadel; the mansion all hold important places in the history of Galilee.  One of my personal favorites.
• Tel Dan: Tel Dan is a great spot were nature and history do a lovely dance to the sounds of the Dan river springs. Even in the hot summer, this nature reserve graciously offers its cool shade and running water. A stroll through the brooks suddenly opens up to an amazing archeological site. It was here that in the 10th c. BCE the northern kingdom of Israel set up shop, an alternative to Jerusalem. Further down the path leads us to perhaps the oldest arch in the world, a Canaanite mud brick gateway over 3500 years old!

The Golan Heights:

• The Golan is a plateau in the northeast corner of the country.  It has some of the most beautiful views and great history.  We can also take a peek into Syria from one of the hilltops to be visited.  Ancient synagogues, modern wineries and the rugged landscape make the Golan a wonderful excursion.

Masada and the Dead Sea

• Masada is one of the most compelling and challenging places in Israel.  There are two aspects of Masada that we will encounter: Herod’s palace/fortress and the story of the rebels last stand in the year 72.  Both are atop this desert mountain close to the shores of the Dead Sea.
• The Dead Sea is the lowest place on earth.  Floating in the Dead Sea is a unique experience

I haven’t mentioned many of the sites in the south of the country, but Eilat and the Negev have a lot to offer, if you have the extra time.  Eilat is also the place to catch a day excursion to Petra Jordan.