Top Israel Day Trips - page 2

Disembark at Ashdod for a full-day shore excursion to Jerusalem and the Dead Sea, and experience Israel’s historic sites, religious landmarks and extraordinary landscape. Walk in Jesus’ footsteps at Gethsemane and say a prayer at the Western Wall; explore a bustling Arab bazaar then leave the city walls for the surreal shoreline of the Dead Sea. Walk salt-encrusted beaches, roll in mineral-rich, therapeutic mud and bob around in hyper-saline water before returning to your ship in Ashdod Port.

Ideal for independent travelers, this transport-only tour allows you to visit three of Tel Aviv’s top attractions in one day. Relax as a driver transports you between the UNESCO-listed Masada, the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve, and the Dead Sea, all of which are difficult to reach on your own. Mingle with other travelers and enjoy free time to soak in the region’s mineral-rich waters.

Experience two of Israel’s top attractions — ancient Masada and the Dead Sea — on a full-day, small-group trip from Tel Aviv. Journey through the Judean hills to Masada, a mountain plateau strewn with remnants of a palace-fortress built by King Herod. Catch the cable car to the mountaintop, and explore the ruins as your guide recounts tales of Masada’s famous siege in the 1st century AD. Afterward, continue to the Dead Sea for an unforgettable float in its mineral-rich waters.

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.

Visit ancient Jerusalem and the extraordinary Dead Sea on this action-packed day trip from Tel Aviv. Traveling by air-conditioned coach, venture to holy Jerusalem to see its most revered religious sites. Enter the Old City to view the Western Wall (Wailing Wall) and Via Dolorosa. Then, drive to the sparkling Dead Sea for free time to luxuriate in the salt-rich waters, sunbathe and take a therapeutic mud bath. Ideal for first-time visitors to Israel and anyone short on time.

Explore Israel's ancient Roman cities and ports on this full-day guided tour from Jerusalem. See the ancient ruins and a large Roman theater in the town of Caesarea, and visit the Baha'i Gardens in the port city of Haifa. Travel back in time to a Crusader underground city in Acre and witness the spectacular Rosh Hanikra grottoes, a geologic formation on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. Round-trip hotel transport included.

Experience the rich history of Jerusalem with a tour packed with amazing sites, stories and spectacles that will bring a new meaning to almost every page in Biblical history. Leave political opinions and preconceptions behind as you begin this truly inspiring and revealing tour of an extraordinary city.

Witness the world of the West Bank and explore its history and culture on this full-day guided tour from Jerusalem. See where Jesus was born in Bethlehem and where he was baptized in the Jordan River. Visit the town of Ramallah and see the tomb of Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat. Stop at Jericho to see the oldest city in the world.

Combine visits to Bethlehem, Jericho, and Qaser Al Yahud during this full-day shared excursion from Jerusalem. Explore sacred Christian historical landmarks in Bethlehem, including the Church of the Nativity and the Chapel of the Milk Grotto. Experience the ancient city of Jericho and its biblical-era sights before heading to the Jordan River. Air-conditioned vehicle transfers are provided from central meeting points in either Jerusalem or Bethlehem.

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.

Explore a mix of ancient and contemporary history during this shared full-day excursion to Bethlehem and Jericho. Visit sights important to the history of Christianity, including the Church of the Nativity—believed to be Jesus’ birthplace—and the Church of Saint Catherine.

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.

Combine a visit to the birthplace of Jesus with a float in the Dead Sea on this full-day group tour, which includes transportation from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem. You'll head over to the West Bank, where you'll visit important Christian sights such as the Church of the Nativity and the Shepherd's Sanctuary. You'll then continue to the Dead Sea, where you'll have a chance to float in buoyant saline waters.

Visit a handful of sights considered sacred to Christians around the world during this full-day Christian-themed tour of the West Bank. Enjoy a guided visit to the Church of the Nativity, believed to be the birthplace of Jesus Christ. See other sights mentioned in the New Testament, including the Church of the Shepherds Field and the Milk Grotto. Select hotel transfers are included.

Visit Biblical sites from Jericho to the Jordan River on a full-day trip that combines some of the area’s top highlights with lesser-known destinations. You’ll see archeological excavations at Tel Jericho, stop by Zacchaeus’ sycamore tree, then get views across the wilderness from the Mount of Temptation, finishing the day with a relaxing float in the super-salty water of the Dead Sea.

Visit Israel’s most significant Christian sites on a full-day private trip from Jerusalem to Nazareth, Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee, and work with a personal guide to tailor your perfect trip. Explore the soaring Church of the Annunciation, go deep into crypts beneath St. Joseph’s Church and follow Jesus’ footsteps to Kfar Kana, the Sea of Galilee and Tiberias. Discover ruined synagogues where Jesus may have taught in the seaside town of Capernaum, then pause at a Jordan River baptismal site before returning to Jerusalem.

Visit Masada and the Dead Sea on a full-day trip from Jerusalem that combines two spectacular destinations to make the most of your time on the road. After a morning exploring the historic mountaintop fortress of Masada, you’ll have the rest of the day to relax at the edge of the Dead Sea, enjoying mineral-rich mud and hyper-saline water with gorgeous views along the shoreline.

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.

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.

Israel’s green, stunning Galilee region is filled with New Testament sites. But moving around requires a car—and familiarity with the region. On this day trip from Tel Aviv, follow a hand-picked itinerary as you move from Nazareth, Jesus’ childhood home, to the Sea of Galilee and Jordan River, with the option to be baptized if requested in advance.

We will start our tour driving through the Judean hills to Bethlehem, The city of King David. Upon arrival, we will ride through the city and sight see the historic and important attractions before arriving to Manger Square. There we will have a guided visit to Church of The Nativity where Jesus was born in an underground cave that the church was built on. Then we will take a short walk with the guide to the Church of Milk Grotto where The Holy Family took refuge from the Massacre of the Innocents. After we finish we will ride to the town of Beit Sahour, the city of the Shepherd’s. There we will have a guided visit to the Chapel of the Shepherd’s field where the angels appeared to the Shepherd’s to announce the birth of Jesus Christ. The tour includes a visit to an olive wood factory and a cooperative store. *Make Sure to bring your passport as it is required sometimes. * Switch of vehicle is required, All times are approximate! * Tour ends in Jerusalem David citadel hotel only

Combine a Masada tour and Dead Sea trip into one memorable full-day tour from Jerusalem. Travel through the Judean desert by air-conditioned coach and pass the site of the famous New Testament parable of the Good Samaritan. Arrive at Masada and ride the cable car to the legendary mountaintop ruins of King Herod’s palaces. After a guided tour, drive to the Dead Sea. Relish the surreal Dead Sea floating experience and choose to take a therapeutic mud bath. Then, return to Jerusalem, passing the ancient city of Jericho on route.

Rhodes boasts various bays and beaches perfect for snorkeling, but visiting them independently in a day without a hire car requires serious planning. This full-day small-group cruise from Rhodes Town makes it easy: ferrying you to four crystal-clear bays to swim and snorkel. Plus, in between, you get to relax on deck, absorb the breezes, and admire Rhodes’ shores. Lunch and return transfers from Rhodes Town area hotels are included.

Visit two Palestinian cities in one day during this full-day guided tour of Bethlehem and Hebron. Visit the Church of the Nativity, believed to be the birthplace of Jesus, and see Banksy’s iconic political murals. Then head down south for a visit to the bustling town famous for its blue blown glass. Free bottled water and air-conditioned vehicle transfers from central Jerusalem or Tel Aviv are included.