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Cover the highlights of Bethlehem during this half-day excursion from Tel Aviv. See the grotto in the Church of the Nativity where Jesus is believed to have been born during a guided tour. Visit the Shepherds’ Fields, where angels announce his birth in the New Testament. Shop for olive wood carvings and interact with local artisans. Tours end in Jerusalem.

Visit Jerash and Petra, and enjoy a driving tour of Amman, on a 2-day trip from Tel Aviv that includes a night at a Bedouin camp in the Jordanian desert. Combining the ancient sites makes the most of your time on the road, and pre-booked transport helps ensure a smooth border crossing as you travel from Israel to Jordan, where you find Roman ruins, a hilltop citadel, and a stone city with fascinating history.

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.

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.

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 a personalized introduction to Jerusalem’s millennia-long history during this private city tour. Choose from half-day or full-day options, with bespoke itineraries adapted to your interests. Understand the significance of the Old City to its three main faiths. Visit Jewish, Christian, and Muslim sights with a guide, from Temple Mount to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Upgrade to include hotel pickup.

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Explore Jerusalem with a private guide on a 4-hour walking tour and experience the city’s most compelling sights. Choose your personal highlights and work with a guide to create the perfect route through the Old City’s narrow lanes and diverse neighborhoods, or step outside the ancient walls into the New City’s bustling streets. Take a stroll through Jerusalem’s café culture and climb the Temple Mount; absorbed the hushed atmosphere in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and chink a note into the pale face of the Western Wall.

Explore Jerusalem with a personal guide, just for your group. The private tour is available for groups of up to six people, and it showcases the sights and surprises of the city, using a personalized approach. Learn about the Jaffa Gate and the Tower of David, and hear biblical tales at Mt. Zion. Other highlights include a visit to the Western Wall, the Via Dolorosa crucifixion route, and the history-rich Dormition Abbey. Entrance fees are at your own expense.

An in-depth introduction to Jerusalem, this half or full-day private tour itinerary covers top historical highlights within the Old City. See how three faiths live side by side with stops in the Jewish, Muslim, and Christian quarters and follow along the famous “Way of the Cross” in Via Dolorosa.

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.

There is so much to see in Jerusalem that fitting it into a short visit can be challenging. Exploring with a private guide helps you cover more ground efficiently, beginning with a morning tour of Old City highlights, including the Mount of Olives, the Western Wall, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. In the afternoon, head to the Dead Sea to swim and float in its mineral-rich waters.

Jerusalem is a complex city with many layers of history. This private tour lets you explore at your own pace with a local guide. Visit major sights such as the Western Wall and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, with an optional visit to the Dome of the Rock if conditions allow. Discover hidden courtyards, rooftops, and bustling markets, gaining real insight into life in the city.

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.

Discover the magnificent ancient ruins of Masada and delights of the Dead Sea on this unforgettable private day trip from Tel Aviv. With your own private guide, cross the Judean Desert and ride a cable car up to Masada, a rocktop fortification built by King Herod in 350 BC. Explore the well-preserved ruins as you hear the tragic ancient tales of the site, and then drive to the Dead Sea. Experience a ‘swim’ in the salt-heavy waters and enjoy a skin-replenishing mud bath here before your return to Tel Aviv.

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.

Visit Bethlehem’s top historical and religious sights during this full-day, multi-stop tour of the picturesque Palestinian city. Enjoy a guided visit to the Church of the Nativity, learn the history behind King Herod’s Palace in Herodian National Park, get a peek at millennia-old waterways at Solomon’s Pools, and venture outside the city for a stop at 5th-century Mar Saba Monastery.

Visit the stunning rock-cut city of Petra in a single day and be back in Tel Aviv by nightfall during this private, full-day excursion, which includes round-trip domestic flights to and from Eilat. Get assistance crossing the border and private transportation through Jordan, plus your own English-speaking guide to tour the ancient site.

Experience spectacular Petra, Wadi Rum and more on a 2-day small-group Jordan tour from Eilat, including accommodation, meals, and transport. After crossing into Jordan, take a tour of Petra's highlights including the tombs, Roman theater, and treasury house and learn about the area's history. Stay overnight in a Bedouin camp and spend the next day exploring the UNESCO-protected Wadi Rum by 4x4 before your return to Eilat.

Spend the day exploring historic Golan Heights on this popular day trip from Tel Aviv. Your route takes you past numerous scenic overlooks perfect for snapping photos, as well as through the ancient village of Katzrin—the capital of Golan Heights. Travel to the top of one of Israel’s most stunning dormant volcanoes and take an informative walking tour of a 6th-century synagogue as part of this memorable trip.

Visit a series of Christian-themed sights during this in-depth private tour of northern Israel. Listen to comprehensive context from your own personal guide—spanning food, culture, and history, as well as religion—as you follow a full-day itinerary. Highlights include a bustling local market in Nazareth, three historic churches, and the hilltop where Jesus is believed to have given his Sermon on the Mount.

Combine visits to Caesarea, Haifa, and the Baha'i Gardens during this private tour from Tel Aviv. Spend the day with a dedicated guide, exploring the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Caesarea, the historical and natural landmarks of Haifa, and the lush gardens of Baha'i. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Discover the top attractions in Jerusalem with this private guided tour from Haifa. Customize the tour to your interests, with stops that can include the Mount of Olives, Old City of Jerusalem, Western Wall, Way of the Cross, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and Mahane Yehuda Market, with a guide that can provide insights in the history, geopolitics, cuisine, and culture of the area.

Combine independent visits of Bethlehem and Jericho with a relaxing dip in the Dead Sea during this full-day combo excursion from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv. See where Jesus Christ is believed to have been born during a guided visit of the Church of the Nativity. Head deep into the desert to the lowest point on earth. Admission tickets and hotel transfers are included.