5 November 2017, Sunday. Burqin To Arraba - Masar Ibrahim Thru Walk

We will start our hike from Burquin, a small agricultural village in the northern West Bank. Walkers will have the chance to purchase fresh fruit, olive oil and other organic local produced cause most people depends mainly on olive growing and olive oil as a living . Burquin hosts the Church of St. George, said to be one of the oldest in the world. 

We will continue walking to Arraba, where you can witness the beautiful old antiquities from the ottoman era, the irresistible views of mountains and hills, and the amazing plains and valleys from all around you, making it hard for anyone to resist taking pictures and having the chance to run and breathe the fresh air of the villages. In Arraba you will also be welcomed and hosted by the village consulate, having a tour in the old city of Arraba and maybe will have the chance also to meet with local people. 

Masar Ibrahim Hikers stamp location : Arraba

  • Walking distance:         14.17 km
  • Walking time:               4-5 hours
  • Difficulty:                      Moderate

Recommendations:

  • Lightweight walking boots
  • Walking poles
  • At least 4-5 liters of water and snacks for the hike
  • Sunscreen and hat
  • Your camera

Included:

  • An experienced local hiking guide
  • Lunch in Route  arranged by local families
  • Transportation from/to Jerusalem and Bethlehem

Meeting Point will be in Burqin .

To get direction please contact : Zaid Azhari 0569155116

 

walk through an agricultural village

purchase fresh fruit, olive oil and other organic products locally produced   
Visit the Church of St. George, said to be one of the oldest in the world. 
Meeting with local people and their village counsel

More information:http://masaribrahim.ps/en/masar-the-path/jenin/burqin-to-arraba

 

Route

  1. East Jerusalem