Israel is a country that boasts well-deserved year-round popularity. People come here to improve their health in the healing Dead Sea, immerse themselves in ancient history, spend a beach holiday or undergo surgery with the best doctors.
In this article we will try to figure out what a trip can be. to Israel in April, what you can do here, what the weather is like in the regions and what prices for tours are this season.
Climate and air temperature
Israel has a subtropical hot climate, deserted in the south and humid in the north. It has dry summers and wet winters.
Weather in Israel in April usually pleases tourists. In general, this month, according to local residents, is considered one of the most enjoyable of the year. Winter at this time here finally gave way to spring, the rains are no longer pouring, and the thermometer rises higher every day. The water warms up enough and you can safely go into it and enjoy swimming. The sun shines brightly, but there is no burning heat yet, although it is worth taking care of the means of protection from its rays.
April is perfect for tourists who want to combine a comfortable beach holiday with exploring numerous attractions and visiting insanely interesting excursions. But it is worth noting that the weather may vary depending on the geographical location of a resort area.
Weather by region
Going to Israel in April, you can be sure that it will be warm and sunny everywhere, but the hottest are the regions located on the shores of the Red Sea. Here the air warms up to a temperature of + 29 ... + 32 ° C. The weather is pleasant and dry. The water manages to warm up to + 23 ° C, which gives tourists the opportunity to swim in pleasure.
In the Dead Sea in April it is very warm, about 28 ° C, and the water is warmer than in the Red (24-26 ° C). This means that all tourists can improve their health and enjoy a beach holiday in full.
On the coast of the Sea of Galilee (Lake of Tiberias) in the middle of spring, it is already getting warm. Air is about 20 ° C, water is 19 ° C.
Numerous pilgrims and tourists who dream to see the holy places with their own eyes (Bethlehem, Jerusalem, Nazareth) should know that in April during the day the temperature in these regions is about 23 ° C, but it is very cold at night. For example, in Jerusalem, a thermometer can drop to + 10 ° C, so travelers should take care of warm clothing.
The weather on the Mediterranean coast is also not hot, but pleasant, which is why Israel attracts tourists. Sea in April it is cool here, around + 19 ... + 20 ° C, the air warms up to 23 ° C. At night, the temperature is about 16 ° C. Vacationers who do not tolerate the heat can visit Haifa, Tel Aviv, Netanya. For lovers of water treatments, almost every hotel has heated pools.
Holy Land
Israel has a lot of interesting places for tourists who love outdoor activities. After all, people come here not just to lie on the beach, but to bow to Christian shrines. The promised land, the birthplace of three religions is rich in historical monuments known to any inhabitant of the planet. Each stone in Bethlehem and Jerusalem is sacred, and Nazareth, where Christ spent his childhood, is especially revered by Christians.
When going to Israel in April, it should be remembered that most often this month falls on the main Christian holiday - Easter. So you need to understand that this month is the busiest in the country. There are a lot of tourists from different parts of the world. The Orthodox and Catholics are in a hurry to kneel at the Holy Sepulcher, to see the Holy Fire, to attend the procession. Therefore, people who are far from religion, it is advisable to choose another time to visit Jerusalem.
What you must see
Many tourists, except sacred places, try to visit Tel Aviv - the largest Israeli city, next to which is the ancient city of the world - Jaffa.
Also, while traveling to this magnificent country, many are advised to definitely see Mount Moab and the Negev desert, its canyons, moon craters.
Spring is the time of flowering of many plants, you can safely go to Haifa in the Bahai Gardens, it is interesting to visit Caesarea, the residence of the Roman emperors.
Tours and their cost
Tours to Israel in April can be purchased from all famous tour operators. Prices for accommodation in Israeli hotels in all agencies are almost the same. For example, a double room in Eilat or Haifa in a 3 * hotel will cost about 3,000 rubles (the most budget option). But in Ein Bokek, the price for a similar service is 3 times higher - from ten thousand. In other cities, two can spend the night in a three-star hotel for 3.5-5 thousand.
For tourists who are accustomed to relaxing in 5 * hotels, prices start at 40,000 rubles for three nights per person. Prices are without meals.
In Eilat, a city for beach lovers, there are many hotels working on the all inclusive system. Prices in these hotels for a weekly stay start at 100 thousand per person.
The best place to restore the body in Israel is the Dead Sea. It is here that various health centers and modernized medical institutions go for treatment. The cost of living in these resorts also starts from 100 thousand rubles.
By deciding to go to Israel in April, you can save a lot by buying a ticket in advance. Then it will be possible to spend holidays in this country at a more affordable cost.
How to get to the country
Popular airlines such as Aeroflot and El Al operate daily direct flights from the Russian capital to Tel Aviv, plus Aeroflot flies to an airport located near Eilat. In time, the flight takes about four hours.
In addition, various airlines charter flights to Israel.
The cost of a flight for a flight with a transfer starts from $ 190, without transfers from $ 230 (in both directions). For tourists who want to fly to Eilat, a ticket will cost more: from $ 370 with a transfer.
From the northern capital to Tel Aviv, you can fly for about $ 240-280.
Israel in April: tourist reviews
Judging by the reviews of vacationers, Israel is a country exclusively for lovers of excursions. It doesn’t matter what month you came to rest, in April or in some other month, swimming in the azure sea or diving with a mask is unlikely to succeed, but you can always enjoy the sights. The water in the reservoirs is relatively clean, entering the sea almost everywhere requires special shoes, diving is not interesting, almost no one lives here. The beaches on the coast are municipal, but each hotel has its own plot with sunbeds and chairs, there are no toilets and locker rooms, and if there are, then you can use them for a fee.
As for food, prices are always overpriced. There are few catering places, and many people advise taking trips to Israel with meals. The only thing that can be distinguished is the presence of natural juices everywhere.
There are also few shops in Israel; shopping lovers have nothing to do here.
Judging by the reviews of mothers having a rest in Israel with children, everything is fine and convenient here: you can ride with a stroller, everywhere there are highchairs for children, products for caring for babies can be found in all stores, there are a lot of sandy beaches, which is also plus.
But those tourists who came to this country for impressions are always satisfied with the trip. According to them, there are surprisingly interesting excursions, many sacred places, incredibly friendly people.
Conclusion
Summing up, we can say that vacation in Israel in April, just like in any other month, is more suitable for pilgrimage and sightseeing tours. Among the tourists who come to Israel to relax, see and improve their health on the Dead Sea, there are almost no disappointed, but among those who come for a beach holiday, there are many who are not satisfied.