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Discover Jerusalem’s ancient streets and holy sites on a full-day, private Jerusalem tour from Tel Aviv that’s a personalized alternative to group excursions. Enjoy the flexibility to explore at your own pace as you visit the Western Wall, follow the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, visit the traditional site of King David’s tomb and the Last Supper, and more, with round-trip transport from Tel Aviv hotels.

Enjoy the highlights of Israel in Jerusalem and the Dead Sea on this full-day guided adventure. From atop the Mount of Olives, look down on the city, with a view of the Dome of the Rock. Visit Holy Land sites like the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, located where Jesus was crucified and more. Then at the Dead Sea, float or swim in the ultra-salty lake water for an unforgettable experience. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Start your Best of Tel Aviv, Jaffa & Carmel Market Tour at the Setai Hotel and wind your way through Jaffa’s historic streets. See the glorious St. Peter’s Church before heading to central Tel Aviv to explore the Old Train Station and Park HaMesila. Walk through Nahalat Binyamin, Herzl Street, and Rothschild Boulevard, areas known for unique fashion, street art, and Bauhaus landmarks. End your tour inside Carmel Market with a guided tasting of beloved local bites, from falafel to kubbeh. Led by knowledgeable locals, our Best of Tel Aviv, Jaffa & Carmel Market Tour is an immersive urban adventure you don’t want to miss! Marvel at the architecture that lines historic avenues and ancient walkways as you taste your way across Carmel Market. Book now! *On Saturdays, when the market is closed, we will cut through HaMesila Park and Florentin to admire the street art

Explore Tel Aviv on our Tel Aviv Carmel Market & City Walking Tour, featuring street art, historic alleys, and the bustling Carmel Market. Begin at the Old Railway Station and stroll through Park HaMesila, soaking in murals and local life. Continue along Nahalat Binyamin, Herzl Street, and Rothschild Boulevard, learning about the city’s early founders. Conclude with a guided tasting at Carmel Market, sampling local dishes like falafel and kubbeh. Ideal for travelers who want to explore Tel Aviv like a local. Your expert guide will lead you at a comfortable pace, sharing fascinating stories, local insights, and tips along the way. With every stop offering history, culture, and delicious bites, you’ll experience a seamless and engaging journey! Book now!

Visit Jerusalem on a full-day tour from Tel Aviv and follow the footsteps of Jesus to the city’s most iconic Christian sites. Take in sweeping views from the Mount of Olives, then descend to a Roman Catholic church beside the Garden of Gethsemane. Enter the gates of the old city to see the Pool of Bethesda, a Crusader church and the Convent of the Sisters of Zion, the starting point of the Via Dolorosa, Jesus’ path through ancient Jerusalem.

Visit the holy sites of Jerusalem’s three great religions on a full-day tour with a private guide. Take in atmospheric neighborhoods in each of the city’s four historic quarters, and browse vibrant displays and local markets. Join crowds of worshipers at the foot of the Western Wall, see the golden Dome of the Rock atop the Temple Mount, and trace Jesus’ footsteps to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Get insider tips on how to explore the city like a local, and enjoy the personal experience of a private tour.

Explore Old Jerusalem and visit the powerful Holocaust Museum in New Jerusalem on this day trip from Tel Aviv. With a knowledgeable guide, witness the most resonant Jewish and Christian sites of the Old City, including the Mount of Olives, Western Wall (Wailing Wall), Via Dolorosa and Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Then, drive to modern Jerusalem to the Holocaust Museum. Head inside to chart the moving personal stories of the victims of World War II’s Holocaust through the artifacts, survivor testimonies and deeply poignant Hall of Names memorial.

Leave Jerusalem on a full-day private trip to Masada and the Dead Sea, and discover Israel’s remarkable history and landscapes. Drive deep into the Judean Desert, explore Masada’s fortifications and palaces alongside your personal guide, and learn about a dramatic, 1st-century battle between Roman troops and Jewish Sicarii rebels. Descend to the shores of the Dead Sea to walk along salt-encrusted beaches, bathe in mineral-rich mud and float in one of the world’s saltiest bodies of water.

Get a local’s perspective on Akko’s complex history and contemporary life during this half-day walking tour through the coastal city. Accompanied by an English, Arabic, or Hebrew-speaking Akko resident, you’ll explore Ottoman and Crusader-era sights by foot. Highlights include the bustling Old Town, UNESCO-listed Knights’ Halls, and a walk through an ancient vaulted tunnel.

Powerful sights and meaningful spiritual sights! If you’re interested in a different type of tour, filled with meaning, wisdom, excitement and joy look no further! Check out my current tour plans/feel free to get in touch and we can brainstorm about creating a tour which is perfect for you!

Get a tailor-made introduction to Jerusalem during this private, half or full-day guided tour. Follow a customized itinerary through the city’s top historical sights, from panoramic views from Mount Zion to the Armenian Quarter, Muslim Quarter, Western Wall, or Church of the Holy Sepulchre within the Old City. Prices are given per tour, not per person, making this an ideal option for private groups.

Experience the best of Israel in one full day on our Jerusalem, Bethlehem & Dead Sea Tour from Tel Aviv, combining history, faith, and natural beauty. Depart from Tel Aviv and travel to Jerusalem to explore the Old City, strolling through its quarters and stopping at notable landmarks. See the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and the Via Dolorosa while your guide shares their fascinating stories. Continue to Bethlehem to see the Church of the Nativity, long revered as the birthplace of Jesus Christ. Finish the day at the Dead Sea, where you can float in its mineral-rich waters and enjoy the striking desert landscape at the lowest point on Earth. This full-day tour departs daily from Tel Aviv with guaranteed departures, offering a seamless journey through some of Israel’s most iconic sites.

The rock-cut city of Petra is one of the Middle East’s most spectacular attractions—but getting there and back from Jerusalem usually involves multiple bus and taxi rides, plus a tiring border crossing. On this overnight tour, you’ll benefit from the assistance of a guide from start to finish, with round-trip transportation, meals, accommodation, and entrance fees included.

Explore Israel’s stunning landscape and rich heritage on a private, full-day tour from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and the Dead Sea. Take in views of the ancient settlement from the Mount of Olives then enter Jerusalem’s Old City walls; slip a folded prayer into the Western Wall, walk Byzantine streets and visit the city’s Christian, Armenian, Muslim and Jewish quarters. Navigate the rugged Judean Desert to the salt-encrusted shores of the Dead Sea, take a bath in mineral-rich mud then float on top of the world’s deepest hypersaline lake.

Compact streets make the Old City of Jerusalem hard to navigate by GPS. Join a licensed tour guide and small group on this intimate walking tour where you see the Western Wall (Wailing Wall), the Way of the Cross (Via Dolorosa), the Dome of the Rock, the Mahane Yehuda Market (the Shuk), and more. Your day includes round-trip transfers from your Tel Aviv hotel.

Explore Jerusalem’s Old City with the service of a private driver-guide on a full-day tour that helps you create your own perfect itinerary. Visit top sites, from the Mount of Olives to the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and the Byzantine Cardo, with plenty of time to go beyond the highlights, soaking up the atmosphere of the ancient city center.

Get an intimate introduction to Jerusalem’s bustling and history-filled Old City during this full-day, small-group walking tour. Visit the Temple Mount, sacred to three faiths, head to Mount Zion to pay your respects at Oskar Schindler's gravesite, see religious landmarks like the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Western Wall, and browse ceramics in an Armenian pottery shop, among many other highlights. Hotel pickup can be arranged on request.

Follow in the footsteps of Jesus on a guided, full-day tour from Nazareth to the Sea of Galilee. Beginning in Tel Aviv, visit some of the most important sites in northern Israel, like the historic city of Nazareth where Jesus spent much of his childhood. Visit Cana, where Jesus performed his first miracle. See where Jesus taught his disciples, where he fed the multitude, where he was baptized and much more. Any necessary entry fees plus a Tel Aviv hotel pickup and drop-off are included on this small-group tour.

Delve into the storied past of Old Jerusalem on this full-day trip from Tel Aviv. Travel to the captivating city and witness the sites held most sacred by the Jewish and Christian religions as your guide explains their secrets and symbolism. Absorb the views from the Mount of Olives, see the Garden of Gethsemane, Hall of the Last Supper and Tomb of King David, and explore the Old City to view the Western Wall (Wailing Wall), step out on the Via Dolorosa and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

Get up close to the ancient and religious treasures of Old Jerusalem on this half-day tour from Tel Aviv. With a professional guide, ride an air-conditioned coach to the walled ancient city, held sacred in the Jewish, Christian, and Muslim faiths since biblical times. Admire the city views from the Mount of Olives, see the Garden of Gethsemane, and explore the winding alleyways of the Armenian, Christian, and Jewish Quarters to view the Western Wall (Wailing Wall), Via Dolorosa and other sites, all as your guide unravels the city’s incredible past.

Get the perfect introduction to Tel Aviv on this intimate guided tour of the city and historic Jaffa, with a maximum of 10 participants. Explore Neve Tzedek, Tel Aviv's original neighborhood, admire HaTachana, a 19th-century converted railway station, and see the Bauhaus architecture that gave Tel Aviv the name 'White City'. In Jaffa, explore the Old City, view the Clock Tower, and discover Ottoman remnants.

Discover the highlights of the Judean Desert on a full-day tour of Qumran, Masada and the Dead Sea from Jerusalem. Visit the site where the the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered, then board a cable car to Masada to explore the ancient mountain fortress with your guide. Walk from Roman baths to King Herod’s palace, and hear the legend of the Jewish rebels who held the plateau against the Romans. Descend to the Dead Sea to wallow in nutrient-rich mud and swim in hyper-saline water before returning to Jerusalem.

Explore the New Testament sites that surround the Sea of Galilee on a full-day Biblical tour from Jerusalem. Tour an excavated synagogue where Jesus may have preached, see a Sea of Galilee fishing boat from Jesus’ time, and visit two sites of Biblical miracles, the Mount of Beatitudes and Cana, where Jesus turned water into wine. This small-group tour is limited to 15 people for a personalized experience, and includes all entrance fees, as well as hotel pickup and drop-off from major hotels in Jerusalem.

The ideal introduction for first-time visitors, this small-group walking tour of Jerusalem’s Old City combines enriching context with first-rate views. Explore attractions considered sacred to three faiths, including the Dome of the Rock, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and Western Wall. A tasty lunch in a local restaurant is included, plus a complimentary tea or coffee.