Update (Nov. 12, 6:06 p.m. ET): Due to airfare fluctuation, rooms have increased on the following date: Jan. 10.

Journey to some of the oldest cities on the planet with this nine-night escorted Israel vacation for $2199 per person, including taxes. This saves $750 per person on competing packages.

Unlike shorter itineraries, this comprehensive trip features a cable car ride to the ancient fortress of Masada, leisure time to check out Tel Aviv's famed shopping district and a chance to place a written prayer in the cracks of Jerusalem's Western Wall.

This deal from Gate 1 Travel includes:

• International airfare from the U.S. to Tel Aviv
• Nine nights accommodations in 4- and 5-star hotels 
• English-speaking guide throughout
• All transfers and entrance fees
• 14 meals: Nine breakfasts, five dinners

Travelers spend four nights in Jerusalem; two nights each in Tel Aviv and the Biblical region of Galilee; and one night along the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth.

Depart: Jan. 10, 24; Feb. 7, 14 (Valentine's Day), 21

This deal is priced for New York departures; all major U.S. gateways are available. See Gate 1 Travel's site for details.

Note: Reservations will require a deposit to secure the package airfare.