Haifa & Akko Coastal Heritage by Train

Day Tour

Day Tours, Mediterranean Route, Starting from Tel Aviv | Self Guided | Akko (Acre), Haifa

Mediterranean Heritage Day Tour (Self-Guided)

Tel Aviv → Haifa → Akko → Tel Aviv

Highlights

  • Travel by train along Israel’s Mediterranean coastline
  • Scenic Cable Car ride up to Haifa University with breathtaking views over Haifa Bay.
  • See the spectacular Bahá’í Gardens in Haifa
  • Discover the UNESCO Old City of Akko
  • Listen to the stories inside the Turkish Bath – Hamam
  • Enjoy a local tasting in Akko’s vibrant market
  • Explore the Hospitaller Citadel (Knights’ Halls)
  • Walk through the historic Templars’ Tunnel

Discover the highlights of Haifa and Akko on a unique self-guided day tour by train from Tel Aviv. Travel like the locals along Israel’s Mediterranean coast and explore two of the country’s most fascinating northern cities at your own pace.

With your pre-arranged train and entrance tickets, you can easily navigate between Haifa and the historic Old City of Akko.

Start your day in Haifa with panoramic views, a scenic cable car ride and a visit to the famous Bahá’í Gardens before continuing to the historic port city of Akko to explore Crusader halls, underground tunnels and vibrant markets.

This flexible experience is perfect for independent travelers who want to explore Israel comfortably by train.

Itinerary

Train from Tel Aviv to Haifa

Your day begins at one of the Tel Aviv train stations, where you board the train heading north along the Mediterranean coast. Sit back and enjoy the scenic - 1 hour and 15 minute ride as you travel toward Haifa, Israel’s vibrant port city.

Cable Car Ride

Start your day in Haifa with panoramic views a scenic cable car ride.

Visit the Bahá’í Gardens

Learn about the gardens, the architecture, and the history of the youngest monotheistic religion.

Train to Akko

Take the train to Akko from Haifa.The ride takes approximately 30 min. 

Bus to the visitor center

Once you have arrived at the Akko train station, take the bus to the old city and find your way to the visitor center next to the Knights' Halls museum.

The Akko Visitor Center reception desk is where you collect your Tasting Card.

Akko Old Market Tasting

Go to all the stores and taste the variety of authentic local food, coffee, sweets, and treat yourself on a fresh juice. 

Discover the city with the Museum Flexible Ticket

You will get a ticket and an audio guide for all the 5 museums. Due to the limited amount of time we suggest the following order of only three sights:

The Museum Combination Ticket grants access to 5 of Akko’s most interesting historical museums:

The Hospitaller Citadel (Knights’ Halls)
9:00 - 17:00
Free audio guide
As part of the service, individuals are provided with an audio guide in their language of choice. (Hebrew, Arabic, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Portuguese and Russian.)
45-60 minutes

Turkish Bath
9:00 – 17:00
Free audio guide
As part of the service, individuals are provided with an audio guide in their language of choice. (Hebrew, Arabic, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, Portuguese and Russian.)
25 minutes

Templars’ Tunnel
9:00 - 17:00
10-25 minutes

Take the train back to Tel Aviv

After a full day exploring the history and culture of northern Israel, return comfortably by train to Tel Aviv.

Travel time to Tel Aviv: 1 hour 40 minutes.

What's Included

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Travel Pass

  • Fully charged Transportation Rav Kav Card for the day
  • Haifa Cable Car ride
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Entrance Fees

  • Museum Combi Ticket - Old City of Akko
  • Self-guided Audio Tour in the old city of Akko 
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Tasting Card

  • Old Akko Market Tasting Card 

Not Included

Tour Guide

Tour Guide

  • No tour guide included! You discover Akko and Haifa in your own pace.

Cancellation Policy

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Any cancellation prior to 48 hours of travel date will incur a fee of $10 USD for the refund procedure. Upon notice 48 hours advance of departure – the trip is non-refundable!

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Travel Tips

Tour Type: Self-guided day tour

Duration: Approx. 8–10 hours, explore at your own pace and return whenever you want

Starting Point: Any Tel Aviv train station

Languages for Audio Guide
English, German, French, Hebrew and more

Includes: Round-trip train ticket, public transportation & cable car day pass ,Akko Market tasting card, 5 Museums Ticket in Akko and travel instructions

Suitable for: Independent travelers who want a flexible day trip by train to explore Haifa and the historic city of Akko at their own pace.

Recommended: Comfortable shoes

Why Book With Us?

Our guests recommend us to their friends
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Experienced and trusted Tour Operator
Stress-free travel – logistics arranged
Tour Operation Protection
Low-carbon travel

Other places to visit:

Ramchal Synagogue named after the Rabbi, known as the Ramchal who lived
Free entrance

El-Jazzar Mosque is Israel’s largest mosque outside of Jerusalem and the largest one among the mosques built in Israel during the Turkish period.
Opening hours change according to prayer times
10 NIS entrance fee - cash only

The Underground Prisoners Museum During the British Mandate, the citadel served as the main prison for the north of Israel.


TRAIN STATION SECURITY CHECKS

Entry to all train stations in Israel requires a brief security check. Please allow extra time before departure, especially during peak hours (6:00–9:00 and 15:00–19:00).