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15 Guided Tours in Israel to Build a Day Around

40 tours  ·  from $24

The 15 best guided tours you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem and Bethlehem Guided Day Trip - From Tel Aviv to Jerusalem by air-conditioned coach
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From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem and Bethlehem Guided Day Trip

1.Jerusalem and Bethlehem Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,316 reviews · 10 hours · from $118Our pick

Travel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and Bethlehem in one long, well-organized day. You’ll see Mount Scopus, the Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Manger Square, and the Church of the Nativity. Guides such as Itamar, Yoav, Aviv, and Hava are praised for clear storytelling, humor, and careful time management.

“Amazing trip and great tour guide and information given. Highly recommend”

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From Tel Aviv: Guided Day Trip to Nazareth & Sea of Galilee - Nazareth and the Church of the Annunciation
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From Tel Aviv: Guided Day Trip to Nazareth & Sea of Galilee

2.Guided Day Trip to Nazareth & Sea of Galilee

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 824 reviews · 10 hours · from $98

Travel north from Tel Aviv with a guide such as Aviva, Yuval, Roy, or Haya to visit Nazareth, Tabgha, Capernaum, the Sea of Galilee, and the Jordan River. Expect a full schedule, long coach rides, church visits, scenic views, and an optional baptism stop. Lunch and drinks cost extra.

“Our tour guide Aviva was just FABOLOUS. She was a walking wealth of information. She let things flow, gave us time to see things, and she didn't pressure us. She was very professional and honest and answered all questions. I really enjoyed her energy and spirit. Thanks Aviva 💛💛💛💛💛🙏🙏🙏🙏”

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From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem Old City & Dead Sea Guided Day Tour - The morning ride through the Judean Hills
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From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem Old City & Dead Sea Guided Day Tour

3.Jerusalem Old City & Dead Sea Guided Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 389 reviews · 10 hours · from $133

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and the Dead Sea with a guide such as Liat, Ezer, or Sigal. See Mount of Olives, the Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, and the Cardo, then float in the Dead Sea. Expect a full, tightly timed day with little independent time.

“The guide (Amin) delivered all the information about Israel, being fun and interesting. Great tour, great places to visit. I really recommend the tour!”

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Jerusalem: Guided Walking Tour of the Old City - Meeting at Jaffa Gate and entering the four quarters
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Jerusalem: Guided Walking Tour of the Old City

4.Guided Walking Tour of the Old City

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 386 reviews · 4 hours · from $57

Spend four hours walking Jerusalem’s Old City from Jaffa Gate with an English-speaking guide such as Tania, Shahar, or Yoni. Visit the Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and, when open, Temple Mount. Expect religious context, Biblical stories, steep lanes, and plenty of walking for $57.

“Great guy, proffesional and funny. Had a great tour!”

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Travel to Bethlehem Half Day Guided Tour from Jerusalem & TelAviv - Manger Square and the Church of the Nativity
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Travel to Bethlehem Half Day Guided Tour from Jerusalem & TelAviv

5.Travel to Bethlehem Half Day Guided Tour from Jerusalem & TelAviv

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 239 reviews · from $75Top rated

Travel from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv to Bethlehem in an air-conditioned vehicle, then walk with a local guide through Manger Square, the Church of the Nativity, Milk Grotto, Shepherd’s Field, and St. Catherine’s Church. Guides such as Elias, Johnny, George, and Elijah bring the religious sites and modern West Bank setting into focus.

“Tour guide was excellent! Kept strict awareness of all of us to make sure no one was missing. Knowledgeable and very attentive. Nice guy!”

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Tel Aviv Jaffa Guided Bike Tour - Jaffa Port and the city’s oldest layers
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Tel Aviv Jaffa Guided Bike Tour

6.Tel Aviv Jaffa Guided Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 178 reviews · from $62

Ride for about three hours with Michael, also called Mikey Bikey, on a private bicycle tour through Tel Aviv and Jaffa. Bikes are included. Expect seaside riding, historic Jaffa, markets, narrow streets, local food stops, and an overview of the city’s past and present. The route can include crowded areas, so steady cycling matters.

“Spending the morning with Mike was not only the perfect way to see Tel Aviv-Yafo, but he added so much historical reference to our ride! It was a well run and friendly experience and I would definitely choose a bike tour as a way to learn about and see a city!”

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Travel To Bethlehem, Jericho & Jordan River - Group Guided Tour from Jerusalem - The Church of the Nativity requires patience
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Travel To Bethlehem, Jericho & Jordan River – Group Guided Tour from Jerusalem

7.Travel To Bethlehem, Jericho & Jordan River – Group Guided Tour from Jerusalem

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 128 reviews · from $80

Travel from Jerusalem to Bethlehem and Jericho in an air-conditioned vehicle with bottled water. In Bethlehem, guides such as Elias and Mohammed lead visits to Shepherds Field, the Church of the Nativity, and the Milk Grotto. Jericho is largely self-guided, with stops at Tel es-Sultan, Elijah Spring, Zaccheus’ Tree, and Hisham’s Palace.

“Our tour guide was excellent! He was very knowledgeable on every detailed level about all the sights we visited and it's history. It was all very well organized and comfortable. The countryside in the north is so beautiful with so much to see. I highly recommend this fantastic tour!”

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Guided Pub Crawl Night Tour at Tel Aviv - Sputnik Is the Main Dance Push
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Guided Pub Crawl Night Tour at Tel Aviv

8.Guided Pub Crawl Night Tour at Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · from $23Best value

Join D-TLV Pub Crawl for a four-hour night out in central Tel Aviv. Guide Omer may lead you through Kuli Alma, Sputnik, and four selected pubs around Rothschild Boulevard. Club entry and alcoholic drinks are included, with a private bachelor or bachelorette upgrade available.

“This pub crawl exceeded my expectations it was so fun and made even better by the guide Omer! I had such a great time”

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From Eilat: Timna Park Guided Jeep Tour - Riding into the Arava in an old-style jeep
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From Eilat: Timna Park Guided Jeep Tour

9.Timna Park Guided Jeep Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 68 reviews · 4 hours · from $83

Ride from Eilat into Timna Park in an old-style jeep with a guide such as Alex, stopping at copper mines, Solomon Pillars, Borg Hill, the Mushroom, arches, and Lake Timna. You will hear the park’s geology and ancient mining story, walk a little, collect colorful sand, and return to Eilat after four hours.

“Everything was great! Authentic desert-car, awesome guide Alex, interesting history and beautiful views.”

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From Tel Aviv: Dead Sea Self-Guided Chill-Out Day Trip - Leaving Tel Aviv from Abraham Hostel
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From Tel Aviv: Dead Sea Self-Guided Chill-Out Day Trip

10.Dead Sea Self-Guided Chill-Out Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 64 reviews · 7 hours · from $60

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Abraham Tel Aviv to the Dead Sea for a self-guided seven-hour outing. You get beach entry and app-based written guidance, then set your own pace for floating, mud treatments, shore walks, and a picnic. Bring water, sunscreen, swimwear, flip-flops, and a towel, or rent one for 15 ILS.

“The Time at Dead Sea was with les then 3 Hours definitely too short. The stop over in Jerusalem is for people starting from Tel Aviv a waste of time. The Dead Sea itself is a great experience!”

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From Eilat: Red Canyon Guided Tour - Walking into the Red Canyon
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From Eilat: Red Canyon Guided Tour

11.Red Canyon Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 59 reviews · 4 hours · from $83

Ride from Eilat by jeep to the Red Canyon, then follow a 90-minute guided walk through pink sandstone gorges toward Ein Natafim. Your guide explains the region’s geology and history before the jeep climbs to Mount Yoash for views over the Gulf of Eilat and four countries. Alex is one of the guides frequently assigned to this outing.

“The guide was excellent and the place was amazing! Highly recommended!”

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From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem Old City Guided Tour - The ride from Abraham Tel Aviv to Jerusalem
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From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem Old City Guided Tour

12.Jerusalem Old City Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 59 reviews · 10h 30m · from $93

Spend a full day traveling from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem’s Old City with an English-speaking guide. Walk through all four quarters, see the Cardo, Hurva Synagogue, Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, and Church of the Holy Sepulchre, then enjoy lunch and free time in the bazaar. Temple Mount entry depends on access rules that day.

“everything was in order and the mini bus on time .our tour guide Liran was very nice and friendly but also had a lot of knowledge about the places and their history. Really a tour to remember !”

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From Ashdod Port: Masada and Dead Sea Guided Day Trip - Masada by cable car and on foot
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From Ashdod Port: Masada and Dead Sea Guided Day Trip

13.Masada and Dead Sea Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 54 reviews · 9 hours · from $120

From Ashdod Port, a professional English or Spanish-speaking guide takes you to Masada and Ein Bokek. Ride the cable car to Herod’s desert fortress, then spend about 1.5 hours floating in the Dead Sea, using mineral-rich mud, and relaxing at the beach before returning to your ship.

“Cruise ship had canceled port the day before and I lost money because I was not able to cancel at sea. 2 people lost a lot of money. I contacted the tour operator who would refund the money, but unfortunately I never received the money back. Cruise schip had de dag ervoor haven gecanceld en ben geld verloren doordat ik niet in de mogelijkheid was om op zee te annuleren. 2 personen volle pot geld kwijt. Heb contact gehad met touroperator die geld zou terugstorten maar spijtig genoeg nooit geld terug”

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From Haifa: Guided Day Trip to Nazareth and Sea of Galilee - Nazareth and the Church of the Annunciation
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From Haifa: Guided Day Trip to Nazareth and Sea of Galilee

14.Guided Day Trip to Nazareth and Sea of Galilee

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 51 reviews · 9 hours · from $120

From Haifa port, your guide takes you through Nazareth and Galilee’s biblical sites, including the Annunciation Church, Saint Joseph’s Church, the Mount of Beatitudes, Tabgha, Capernaum, and Yardenit. The day runs about nine hours, with transportation, guiding, and entrance fees included. Bring modest clothing, water, a hat, and comfortable shoes.

“Our trip was cut short due to the war being declared on Oct 7. We saw the beautiful Church of the Annunciation before having to return to our ship. The guide was informative and his pace was good. Would recommend this company to others. Hope to return one day again to see the beautiful country and the people.”

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Old City of Jerusalem Guided Walking Tour - Temple Mount: the tour’s most important timing issue
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Old City of Jerusalem Guided Walking Tour

15.Old City of Jerusalem Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 47 reviews · from $45

Spend about four hours walking Jerusalem’s Old City with a guide such as Nimrod, Orna, Shimon, Yoni, or Tania. Visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Temple Mount, Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, and Arab souk. Expect strong historical context, sensitive discussion of religion and politics, and plenty of time on your feet.

“What a super informative and helpful way to discover Old Jerusalem! Our guide - Nimrod- was exceptional! As a former tourist guide in my early professional career, I can truly appreciate how knowledgeable, patient and considerate Nimrod was! The tour includes all the higRead more”

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