Top Israel Archaeology Tours

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.

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!

Experience the Judean Desert on a full-day guided tour from Tel Aviv. Begin at Masada, the historic fortress of King Herod, where a cable car ride takes you to the top to explore ancient ruins and admire panoramic views of the Dead Sea and desert scenery. Continue to Ein Gedi, a green oasis in the desert, offering scenic walks, waterfalls, and wildlife spotting. Finish the day at the Dead Sea, enjoying the unique experience of floating in its mineral-rich waters and covering yourself in the healing mud. Comfortable transport, daily departures, and an expert guide make it simple to enjoy the desert’s top sights in one day. Book your spot today!

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.

A mountaintop city with more than 2,000 years of history, Safed (or Tzvat) is known as a center of kabbalah, or Jewish mysticism. A rabbi-cum-scholar is your guide on this fascinating journey through historic synagogues and ancient traditions, artists’ colonies and vibrant galleries, and atmospheric cobbled streets. This is a private tour, just for you and your group, and an essential stop for any serious student of Judaism.

Visit two ancient cities in a single day during this small-group, full-day excursion to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv. First, visit top historical attractions—from the Western Wall to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre—in Jerusalem’s walled Old City. Then, head across the border into the West Bank to visit the Church of the Nativity, where Christians believe Jesus was born. Hotel transfers are provided.

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.

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.

Visit breathtaking Petra in Jordan on a day trip from Tel Aviv. With round-trip flights to Eilat and scenic return journeys on Jordan’s desert highway to Petra, all you need do is relax and admire the 2,000-year-old rock-cut city. Opt to walk or ride a horse to the Siq entrance canyon, and explore Petra’s star attractions, including the Treasury and other sights, on foot. After lunch at a local restaurant, stop to see Wadi Rum at viewpoints on the way back to Eilat for your return flight to Tel Aviv.

Visit three of northern Israel’s most celebrated attractions during this full-day, small-group excursion from Tel Aviv. Stroll through the ruins of the ancient Roman-era port city of Caesarea along the Mediterranean sea. Enjoy panoramic views and learn about one of the region’s unique faiths during a visit to the Bahai Gardens in Haifa. Finally, visit UNESCO-protected Acre’s most famous mosque and enjoy free time for a local lunch.

Delve into three of Israel's historical port cities and the enchanting Rosh Hanikra grottos on this full-day trip from Tel Aviv. Traveling by air-conditioned coach with a professional guide, stop to visit the archaeological relics of ancient Caesarea, a port built by Herod the Great and home to the ruins of a harbor and Roman amphitheater. Visit Haifa to see the exquisite Baha’i Gardens, stroll around the sea grottos of Rosh Hanikra, and stop in the timeworn port of Acre to explore its Crusader tunnels and vibrant Old City Market.

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.

Visit Masada and the Dead Sea on a full-day trip from Tel Aviv. Travel by air-conditioned coach through the Judean desert from Tel Aviv to the Dead Sea, and visit Masada on route. Ride the cable car to the mountaintop for a guided tour of the 2,000-year-old ruins, and continue to the Dead Sea to ‘swim’ in its salt-rich waters and, if you wish, take a therapeutic mud bath. The day trip also passes the site of the New Testament parable of the Good Samaritan, and ancient city of Jericho.

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.

Treat yourself to a VIP arrival in Israel during this one-way private transfer between the international airport and Tel Aviv. Simply collect your bags and head outside to meet your driver. Travel comfortably to any address within the capital. Ninety minutes of free wait time are included in case of flight delays.

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.

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 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!

Arrive at the Jerusalem airport stress-free, knowing you won’t have to hassle with finding transport to your hotel or accommodation. Your driver will be waiting with a name sign, then will escort you to your private vehicle. Here you can settle into your car, van, or minibus, and ride directly from the airport to your accommodation.

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.

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Stroll through the old Yafo, try national cuisine and enjoy the Israeli flavor. If you don’t have enough time to get to know this city, your personal guide will show you the main sights of Telaviv . You will visit one of the oldest streets in the city, learn a lot about the Jewish religion and visit the most historical sites . We will walk along the Mediterranean Sea , drop in the open-air picture gallery and of course taste the national food in the restaurant. Do not waste your time and enjoy the city now in the company of a friendly guide.

Witness some of Israel’s holiest and oldest sites on this day trip from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and Bethlehem. Travel the distance from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem by air-conditioned coach, and enter Old Jerusalem to see the Western Wall (Wailing Wall), Via Dolorosa and other age-old religious and historical sights. See the Garden of Gethsemane, stop for photos at the Mount of Scopus, and then drive to Bethlehem to explore Manger Square, including the Church of the Nativity, as your guide shares the secrets and stories behind each landmark.