Top Jerusalem Archaeology Tours

On this day tour, you'll see two of the greatest wonders in Israel: the Herodian fortress Masada, a symbol of the Jewish spirit, and the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth and wellness resort known since ancient times.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

Explore the essence of Jerusalem on our Best of Jerusalem Full-Day Tour, beginning in the historic Old City. Step through Jaffa Gate into a world where ancient streets and traditions come alive. Wander the stone lanes of the four quarters, stopping at landmarks such as the Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Continue with a stroll from Tzahal Square to the Municipality Complex, passing Jaffa Street and Davidka Square. Pause in Nahlaot to explore one of Jerusalem’s most charming neighborhoods before finishing at the lively Mahane Yehuda Market. Our Highlights of Jerusalem Tour blends history with modern life. With an expert guide, you’ll experience the city’s rich heritage alongside its contemporary streets and architecture - from ancient sacred sites to vibrant urban scenes, this is a journey you won’t want to miss.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 is a comprehensive tour of the Jerusalem's Old City and it's major sites. Uri Goldflam, a licensed tour guide, with his formal and informal educational background hold a wealth of knowledge and the unique talent to convey Jerusalem complex history to diverse audiences.

Visit one of Jordan’s most stunning attractions and be back to Jerusalem within 24 hours on this guided Petra day tour. You'll receive an in-depth orientation to the rock-cut ancient city, carved from pink canyons over 2,000 years ago. The tour also includes hands-on assistance at the border crossing between Jordan and Israel, plus a traditional lunch in a local restaurant.

Take a bus from Jerusalem to the otherworldly Wadi Rum, a magical wilderness where Star Wars movies were filmed; after a pampering, glamping night, see the massive temples and shrines of Petra – a 2.300-year-old enchanting city, all carved in stone! • Guaranteed departure – Plan your trip easily, with complete peace of mind • Combine your vacation in Israel with the amazing Wadi rum and the unforgettable Nabataean Lost City of Petra • Join the tour from Jerusalem and enjoy an awesome experience for a fair price • Ride in comfort, in an advanced, air-conditioned vehicle • Explore the stunning Wadi Rum and take an exciting Jeep Safari tour • 2 fully guided days of adventure with a local professional guide • A Night of Glamping in a genuine Bedouin camp • Authentic Lunch and Dinner, including special Bedouin Grill

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.

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.

Your tour guide is also an Israeli soldier in the reserves. He also offers tours all over Israel. The Temple Mount Tour is one of the most popular tours in Israel. The Temple Mount is the holiest of holies for the Jews, and the third holiest place for Muslims. The architecture and atmosphere are amazing.

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.

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.