Day Trip: The German Colony of Sarona from Tel Aviv

You will meet your guide at a centrally located meeting point and walk around the unique Templar-style houses built by the Germans who established the colony, bringing with them the rural traditions of Europe. You will hear about the artisans who taught the locals how to work and incorporate innovation in every aspect of day to day life, and about their business entrepreneur.

You will also learn about the transition of the compound from the Templars to the hands of the British Mandate and later the young Israeli state – Becoming the headquarters of the IDF, before also hearing about the antenna that received and transmitted top-secret communications, the winery, and tell the unbelievable story of the birth of the Israeli Force at the winery cellar.

Moving on you will visit the Beit Habad (Olive Press) and see how equipment over a century old is still functioning. You will also learn about the restoration and preservation process of the buildings, how the trees were kept and shops and restaurants opened. The tour will end at the vibrant, newly opened food market in Sarona.