Top Jerusalem Archaeology Tours

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.

Stroll back in time to learn the city’s centuries-old stories, take a foodie tour for a taste of the town. Visit 4 quarters ( Jewish, Armenian, Muslim and Christian ) with knowledgeable and licensed tour guide. If you don’t have enough time to get to know this city, your personal guide will show you the main sights of old city of Jerusalem. During the tour you will learn a lot about Jewish religion, traditions, history of the town and of course will try national food. Do not waste your time and enjoy the city now in the company of a friendly guide.

The Old City of Jerusalem holds the origin story of the three Abrahamic Faiths: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. On this self-guided walking tour, you’ll get to know the rich history of the city that’s become sanctified in the eyes of over two billion followers worldwide. The tour starts at Jaffa Gate, one of the open gates in the Old City walls. From there, you’ll make your way to the Armenian Quarter via the Tower of David museum, where you’ll find out who built the tower (it’s not King David!). As you wander through the Jewish Quarter, you’ll learn about its redevelopment following the Six-Day War of 1967. You’ll see the Old Yishuv Court Museum and the Hurva Synagogue, and I’ll tell you how the Jews were expelled from the city, returning en masse two thousand years later.

Let’s go on a captivating 2- or 3-hour private guided tour of the Israel Museum in Jerusalem, where history and culture intertwine in a remarkable exhibition DE treasures. You will walk through the museum’s renowned archaeology wing, marvelling DE ancient artifacts from prehistoric times to Ottoman times, and explore the deep connection between the Bible and archaeology. The Jewish Life and Art wing is adorned with ceremonial objects and Jewish artifacts, including entire synagogues brought from around the world, bearing witness to the enduring heritage of the Jewish people. The Book Sanctuary is an architectural marvel housing the Manuscripts DE la Mer Morte, where the pronouncement DE these ancient texts comes to life. This exclusive tour promises an unforgettable immersion in the wealth of the Israel Museum DE Jerusalem, one of the most important museums in the world.

Explore the spiritual and historical heart of the Holy Land on this guided day tour departing from Jerusalem. Discover Bethlehem’s Old City, visit a traditional olive wood art shop, and step inside the Church of the Nativity as your guide brings its history to life. Travel down into the Jordan Valley to ancient Jericho, where you’ll ride the cable car up to the Mount of Temptation monastery for sweeping views over the desert oasis below. End the day at Qasr al-Yahud on the Jordan River, one of Christianity’s most important pilgrimage sites. This full-day experience offers meaningful insight into some of the region’s most iconic biblical landscapes, with guaranteed departures from Jerusalem. Book now!

Sprawling and chock-full of artifacts, the Israel Museum can be overwhelming to navigate. Enjoy a streamlined visit during this private, guided tour that covers collection highlights. Learn about thousands of years of Jewish traditions, see the original Dead Sea Scrolls, and put biblical-era history in context through millennia-old archaeological findings. Hotel transfers are provided on request.

Take a walk through Christian quarter of Jerusalem which will take you back to the biblical times. A private guide will delineate the way of a tour according with the interests of your group. During your journey you will visit the most iconic churches of a Christian religion. Your guide will not only help you to understand the life of Christian during Jesus time but also will help you to dive deeper into relation between all 3 main religions with are confessing in the old city of Jerusalem. Don't wate your time and explore together Old city of Jerusalem!

This is our flagship tour, and can set the stage for further exploration of the country. The experience is intended for anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of the conflict between the Israelis and the Palestinians, to go a little beyond the 'Them and Us' discourse, and to learn from a guide who has in-depth knowledge of the issues as well as an alternative perspective.

While many tours visit standard viewpoints around the Sea of Galilee, this itinerary offers a unique, deep-dive experience into the archaeological, cultural, and spiritual secrets of the area. Unlike standard regional tours, step directly into active excavations at Magdala. Stand inside a remarkably preserved 1st-century synagogue where Jesus taught and view ancient mikvaot (ritual baths) still fed by natural springs. Up-Close Biblical History: Get an intimate look at the famous 2,000-year-old "Jesus Boat" at the Yigal Allon Center, bringing ancient Galilean fishing heritage vividly to life. Complete Regional Narrative: Seamlessly bridge 2000 years of history from Second Temple-era roots to modern pioneer kibbutz culture, defense heritage, and local community life along the lake. Enjoy a relaxed, scenic lunch break right on the water’s edge featuring traditional St. Peter’s Fish at Kibbutz Ein Gev. Experience Lake Kinneret from every perspective, and dramatic cliffside lookouts

Cover thousands of years of history in a single day during this shared full-day tour of Jerusalem. Travel comfortably by air-conditioned minivan, with pick-up and drop-off from a convenient central meeting point. Highlights include Jewish and Christian landmarks within the Old City—including the Western Wall and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre—and a visit to Yad Vashem Holocaust Remembrance Center.

You will live an exceptional experience, you will discover the Holy City, Jerusalem and these 4 districts in the light of the 3 great religions of the book, you will know these splendours and its secrets We start from Jaffa Gate, the visit is punctuated by stories, anecdotes of mythical places and encounters, we take coffee breaks, encounters, we spend a pleasant moment in the city of light

Enjoy the guided tour with an expert guide of the place. This is an extraordinary experience, exclusive and off the usual tourist track. The Temple Mount is not only a beautiful place, but also the best place to understand the country and its complexity.

Travel through southern Israel via the Judean Hills, passing the historic Inn of the Good Samaritan. Pause at sea level for a memorable photo opportunity before descending to the iconic Dead Sea. Our first major stop is Masada, where a cable car takes us to the summit to explore the ancient fortress built by King Herod over 2,000 years ago, including its palaces and bathhouse. We then continue past the lush desert oasis of Ein Gedi and the archaeological site of Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. The day concludes with relaxing time at a Dead Sea beach, allowing you to float effortlessly in the mineral-rich waters and enjoy a rejuvenating natural mud treatment under the sun.

Take this Bethlehem and Jericho tour past the Inn of the Good Samaritan and descend beneath sea level to the ancient city of Jericho. In Jericho see the sycamore tree climbed by Zacchaeus when he tried to get a better look at Jesus. Recall the biblical tale of Joshua marching his troops around Jericho’s city walls until they fell. The tour leaves Jericho passing the Mount of Temptation and continues to Qasr al-Yahud on the Jordan River where John baptized Jesus. Then the tour visits Bethlehem where Jesus was born just over 2,000 years ago. The Bethlehem tour stops in Manger Square and we enter the Church of the Nativity which holds the Holy Grotto where the nativity took place. The tour visits the adjacent Church of St. Catherine and its subterranean caves holding ancient tombs and shrines. From here the tour passes Shepherds Field and returns to Jerusalem.

Northern Israel is filled with important sites dating back to the New Testament—but seeing them all, especially with limited time, is a challenge for travelers unfamiliar with the region and without their own transportation. On this guided tour, experience the Holy Land's highlights, including Nazareth, Mt. Tabor, and the Sea of Galilee, with the option to be baptized in the Jordan River.

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.

Experience mountains, desert and sea all in one day on this full-day tour from Jerusalem. Ride the cable car to the cliff-top Masada Fortress and enjoy spectacular aerial views, then journey to the desert oasis of the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve. After lunch (own expense), continue to the Dead Sea, famously the lowest landmass on earth, where you can take a dip in the mineral-rich muds or enjoy free time to explore independently.

Just outside the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem, the archaeological site of the City of David is where the city began thousands of years ago. From the palace of King David to the Canaanite Cyclopian buildings, and inside King Hezekiah's tunnel *in the water*, to the real pool of Siloam and the ancient street of the time of Jesus we will discover the Jerusalem of the Bible. And what is extraordinary is that most of the site is *underground*! This place is not just an archaeological park, It is a unique adventure!

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.

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.

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.

There’s so much to see and do in Jerusalem that knowing where to start can be overwhelming. Take this guided all-day tour to better understand the city’s 4,000-year-plus history and visit its important sites. See what are widely considered to be among the holiest places in the world to Jews, Christians, and Muslims: the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and more. Round-trip Jerusalem hotel transfers included.

Discover Jesus’ Jerusalem on a full-day, private tour that’s designed around Biblical sites, from the Mount of Olives to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Flat-rate pricing for up to six people makes this a great, money-saving option for small groups, and you can enjoy the day at your own pace as you see the places where Jesus is believed to have taught and performed miracles.

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.