Top Jerusalem Outdoor Activities

Rise into the Golan Heights on a full-day trip from Jerusalem, and take in the scenic landscape of the high, mountainous plateau. Visit border hot springs and a Talmudic village, explore the ruins of a 6th-century synagogue and spot ancient Hebrew inscriptions. Take in views from the top of an extinct volcano above the Quneitra Valley, and get a birds-eye view over one of the Levant’s most contested regions.

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.

For Christians, Jews and Muslims alike, Jerusalem is the spiritual center of the world. Take this guided all-day tour to better understand the city’s 4,000-year-old history and visit its important sites. See what are widely considered the holiest places in the world: the Western Wall, the holiest of Jewish sites; the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, located where Jesus was crucified and buried; and many more. Finish the day with time at Yad Vashem, the Holocaust History Museum in New Jerusalem. Round-trip hotel transport included.

Masada, Ein Gedi, and the Dead Sea are tough to reach without a car. Visit all three in a single day—without the usual logistical hassles—on this self-guided tour. Hike to the top of hilltop Masada at sunrise, experience a real-life desert oasis at the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve, and treat yourself to a rejuvenating dip in the legendary Dead Sea. Transportation to and from Jerusalem is included.

Combine a guided tour of Christian historical sights with a chance to float in the mineral-rich waters of the lowest point on earth during this full-day combo tour of Bethlehem and the Dead Sea. Departing from either Tel Aviv or Jerusalem, travel to the West Bank by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the Church of the Nativity and the Shepherds’ Field with a guide before enjoying free time at the salt lake.

Our tour takes place in the Jewish quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem and is themed on the return to Zion. First, what is Zion – it is from the Jewish bible and was first used as the name of the fortress King David captured when the Israelites captured Jerusalem about 3000 years ago. Then it became synonymous with Jerusalem and Israel. From the destruction of the Second Temple in 70 CE 2000 years ago in Jerusalem, Jews have been trying to regain again a permanent foothold in their most holy city. As Jews were exiled all around the world, Jerusalem was the magnet drawing Jews back here - returning to Zion even under the most harrowing of circumstances. On our tour, we will hear and see what happened when the Romans destroyed Jerusalem and hear stories of how Jews returned at different times over the Centuries. The loss of the Jewish Quarter in 1948 and then the reunification of Jerusalem in 1967 once again to be the Eternal Capital of Israel.

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.

This tour offers deep biblical insight at every location. Walk where Jesus walked, study Scripture on-site, and experience the Gospel in the land where it happened. Usually, it is proposed that tourists take a look at the Bible from a Jewish perspective, and visiting Biblical sites. This way, we are adding more color to the biblical text.

Mahane Yehuda Market illustrates the diversity of Israeli society and the foods of the various ethnic groups that are the result. Between a bite of Sabich and a bite of Kenafe, we will hear the story of the founders of the market, the different foods and about the artist who decided one night to decorate the shops with graffiti and turn the market into a gallery.

Enjoy a therapeutic swim to rejuvenate the mind and body on this guided, full-day Dead Sea Spa and Wellness trip from Jerusalem. Feel and look years younger after applying mineral-rich black mud and floating or swimming in the ultra-salty lake water. It’s an experience unlike any other in the world. Additional natural wellness and massage treatments are also available for a fee. Transport from Jerusalem hotels included.

Get off the beaten track and explore Jerusalem by foot during this half-day private jogging tour. Just throw on your running shoes and get moving, following your own personal tour guide through a bespoke itinerary. Choose which neighborhoods or attractions you’d like to visit, from the bustling food stalls of Mahane Yehuda Market to the Old City of Jerusalem. Bottled water and souvenir photos and videos are included.

Step back in time and explore a world untouched by modern civilization on this walking tour of "La Dolce Vita of the Renaissance." Wander through ancient olive groves, admire historic churches, and soak in the breathtaking views of the Lucca Valley. Guided by a local expert, you'll uncover hidden treasures, learn about Lucca's "green gold," and connect with a rich blend of history, poetry, and nature for an experience you won’t forget.

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.

Your odyssey begins at the revered Church of the Holy Sepulchre, a marvel of medieval architecture housing the purported tomb of Jesus Christ. Delve into its rich history and artistic treasures before proceeding to the revered Temple Mount, cherished by Jews, Christians, and Muslims alike. Here, marvel at the Dome of the Rock and Al-Aqsa Mosque, epitomes of Islamic heritage. Your guide illuminates the religious significance of each site. Continuing, you'll encounter the solemn Western Wall, epitomizing Jewish faith and devotion, and trace Jesus' steps along the Via Dolorosa, pausing at Stations of the Cross imbued with Christian significance. Concluding your spiritual sojourn, immerse yourself in the vibrant ambiance of the Old City Souk, a bustling bazaar teeming with cultural treasures and aromatic spices, offering a sensory journey through Jerusalem's rich tapestry.

Begin your immersive journey into Jerusalem's timeless legacy at the David Citadel Hotel, where your expert guide awaits. Traverse beyond the Old City walls to the Tower of David, an emblem of Jerusalem's resilience, offering archaeological insights and panoramic vistas. Continue to the Church of the Dormition, a marvel of Byzantine architecture imbued with spiritual significance. Ascend Mount Zion to the Room of the Last Supper and the Tomb of King David, sacred sites steeped in religious reverence. Stroll through the ancient Cardo, a restored Roman thoroughfare evoking Jerusalem's past glory. Encounter the Hurva Synagogue in the Jewish Quarter, a testament to resilience amid adversity. Conclude at the Austrian Hospice, savoring panoramic views and contemplating the profound beauty of Jerusalem's spiritual and historical essence.

See the ancient city of Petra on this 3-day, guided tour from Jerusalem to Jordan that includes meals, transportation, accommodation, and visits to iconic sights along the way. Spend your nights in a comfortable, yurt-style tent on an authentic Bedouin camp and enjoy locally prepared Bedouin-style meals and campfires. Take a driving tour of Amman, visit the ancient Roman city of Jerash, explore the dunes of Wadi Rum, and more.

We visit the places where Jesus walked, taught and prayed in the last week of His life. These are not just historic sites, but places of pilgrimage. We follow His route down the Mount of Olives and into the Old City of Jerusalem. We then follow the historic Via Dolorosa to the place of the crucifixion. This is a private tour with a tour guide.

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.

We visit three of the most popular sites in Israel in a unique desert landscape and the lowest place on Earth. Be amazed at the Palace in the wilderness high above stunning views. Visit an oasis with 365 days-a-year streams, cool off in gushing waterfalls, and see ibex, rock hyrax and other animals. Float and feel the benefit of the healing properties of the Dead Sea. All with your personal guide to ensure that you have a magical day.

Visit the lowest point on earth. Float in the magical waters. Immerse yourself in the healing mud. Enjoy some fresh mint tea with walnuts and dates.

Simon says: “Come dine with me on a Combo Druze culinary & history tour" We will visit 2 Druze towns in the north of Israel, experiencing 2 businesses that have won awards - a beautiful garden & an amazing place where Gamila Hiar has been using her knowledge of nature to create products made from 15 healing herbs grown only in the Galilee along with a combination of pure plant oils - with no artificial colours or fragrances - to produce face oils, hand & foot cream, cleansing bars, candles & more. For brunch you will enjoy Galilean Druze salads, eggs, cheeses, olives, falafel & more, served with freshly baked Druze pita & fragrant, black coffee. Our last stops are to the ancient 2000-year-old town of Peki'in which has a population of Druze, Christians, Muslims & 1 remaining Jewish woman. There we will visit the old synagogue & hear the story of this ancient Jewish community. There is also the cave of Rabbi Shimon who hid from the Romans in 149 CE Pick up from any location in Israel

Explore both top attractions in Israel and off-the-beaten-track destinations during two private, consecutive full-day tours. Traverse the country in a luxury Range Rover, with front-door pickup from anywhere within Israel. Wander down the winding alleys of Jerusalem’s walled Old City. Head into the West Bank for a stop at the ancient monastery of Mar Saba, followed by a dip in the Dead Sea.

Make the most of your visit to the Dead Sea during this private, half or full-day tour. Follow a customizable itinerary based on your interests and travel schedule, from a hike or cable car ride up to hilltop Masada to a beachside soak in the mineral-rich waters of the lowest point on earth. Tours include hotel pickup and drop-off from either Jerusalem or Tel Aviv.