Top Israel Day Trips - page 2

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.

Get a panoramic look at the city of Jerusalem and visit some of its most well-known sites on this half-day tour. Look down on the city from atop the Mount of Olives, with a view of the Dome of the Rock, one of the oldest works of Islamic architecture and Jerusalem's most recognizable landmark. Visit Holy Land sites like the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed the night before his crucifixion; the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, located where Jesus was crucified; and more. Jerusalem hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Discover the highlights of the Judean Desert on a full-day tour from Jerusalem. Start at Masada, King Herod’s mountaintop fortress, riding the cable car to explore the historic ruins and take in panoramic views of the Dead Sea and desert. Continue to Ein Gedi, a lush oasis where waterfalls and wildlife create a striking contrast to the surrounding desert. Wrap up at the Dead Sea, where you’ll enjoying floating in its mineral-rich waters. Enjoy daily departures, comfortable transportation, and an expert guide on our Masada, Ein Gedi & Dead Sea Tour from Jerusalem. Book today!

Discover the highlights of both Tel Aviv and Jaffa during this private, half-day cycling tour. Cover more sights in less time on two wheels, with bike rentals included in the tour. Explore both traditional and modern sides of the neighboring coastal cities, from Ottoman-era sights in Jaffa Port to iconic Bauhaus buildings in Tel Aviv’s downtown.

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.

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.

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.

See the sights of Jerusalem and Bethlehem on a full-day trip from Tel Aviv. With an expert guide, glimpse the Garden of Gethsemane, Mount of Olives and other sights around Old Jerusalem. Then, enter the Old City through the Zion Gate to see the Western Wall (Wailing Wall), Via Dolorosa and Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the site of Jesus’ crucifixion. Afterward, visit Bethlehem, the town where Jesus was born. Here, view the Church of the Nativity, where the exact place of Jesus’ birth is marked in an underground grotto.

Jerusalem and Bethlehem are filled with important religious sites related to Jewish, Christian, and Muslim faiths. But with so much to take in, a guide is indispensable to understanding the region’s layered history. See the Dome of the Rock, an iconic Jerusalem landmark; the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem, where Jesus was born, and the famous Western Wall on this day tour, with hotel transfers and entrance fees included.

On this half-day, private tour, you’ll get an in-depth introduction to historic Bethlehem, known as the birthplace of Jesus Christ. Head from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem into the heart of the West Bank, with door-to-door hotel transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle. Then, enjoy guided tours of the city’s standout sights, from the Church of the Nativity to Shepherd’s Field. Please bring your passport with you for this tour.

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.

Starting from Tel Aviv, this tour brings you straight into the heart of Jerusalem, beginning with the Old City. Enter through Jaffa Gate and follow your guide through its unique quarters, where ancient alleyways lead to landmarks including the Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. From there, continue into a more modern Jerusalem with a walk from Tzahal Square through the Municipality Complex. Stroll along Jaffa Street and bustling Davidka Square, and stop in Nahlaot, one of the city’s most charming neighborhoods, before ending at Mahane Yehuda Market. Our Best of Jerusalem Full-Day Tour from Tel Aviv leads you across the city’s best sites, from the Western Wall and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre to Machane Yehuda Market. Connect to the historical roots of this holy city with an expert guide and guaranteed departures from Tel Aviv.

Explore the spiritual and historical landmarks of Bethlehem, Jericho, and the Jordan River on this guided day tour. Walk through Bethlehem, stop at a traditional olive wood shop, and visit the Church of the Nativity with expert commentary. Descend into the Jordan Valley toward Jericho, where a cable car ride leads to the Mount of Temptation monastery overlooking a vibrant desert oasis. Conclude at Qasr al-Yahud, a place of pilgrimage on the Jordan River. This tour offers a deep look into the Holy Land’s most meaningful locations and landscapes, with guaranteed departures from Tel Aviv. Book your spot today!

Visit the Biblical sites by the Sea of Galilee on a full-day tour from Tel Aviv to Magdala, Ginosar, the Mount of Beatitudes, and Cana, with a focus on the places where Jesus lived, preached, and performed miracles. This small-group tour includes pickup and drop-off at Tel Aviv hotels and all entrance fees.

Visit Bethlehem highlights on a tour that combines transport and a guided walking tour to maximize your sightseeing time. From Manger Square to the Church of the Nativity, Milk Grotto, and the Shepherds’ Field, you’ll cover important Biblical sites with a guide who can help unlock the history behind each destination; pickup at a central location in Jerusalem gets you on the road with no fuss.

Ready to experience Israel’s southern desert in a single day? Depart Jerusalem and head into the Judean Desert with a local guide to visit Masada, the ancient fortress towering above the Dead Sea. Hike the Snake Trail to explore the ruins and enjoy sweeping views of the desert below. Continue to Ein Gedi, a desert oasis with waterfalls, natural springs, and wildlife, offering a peaceful stop in the arid landscape. Finish the day at the Dead Sea, floating in its mineral-rich waters and soaking in the serene surroundings before returning to Jerusalem. Book your spot today!

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.

Uncover the ancient highlights of Old Jerusalem and the City of David on this day trip from Tel Aviv. With an informative guide, experience some of the compelling historical sites of this revered, age-old city. See the Garden of Gethsemane, Mount of Olives, Tomb of King David and Hall of the Last Supper, and visit the Sephardic Synagogues and Herodian Mansions in the Jewish Quarter. Then, explore the fascinating archaeological remnants of the City of David, the settlement that paved the way for Jerusalem more than 3,000 years ago.

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.

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 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.

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 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 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.