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The 15 Best Tours in Israel

481 tours  ·  from $7

Ten days or a long weekend, the problem is the same: the whole country is inside a morning drive and there is still too much of it. The 15 below are the days that earn their place, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath when you want to go deeper.

From Tel Aviv: Masada & Dead Sea Full Day Tour with Pick Up - What you see on Herod’s mountaintop
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From Tel Aviv: Masada & Dead Sea Full Day Tour with Pick Up

1.Masada & Dead Sea Full Day Tour with Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,496 reviews · 10 hours · from $117Our pick

Travel from Tel Aviv by air-conditioned coach to Masada, ride the cable car to King Herod’s fortress, then float in the Dead Sea and use its mineral mud. Your guide explains the history and scenery along the way, with a view of the Qumran caves on the return drive. Guides may lead in English, French, Spanish, or German.

“Highly recommended Tour. Our guide - Radion did an awesome Job leaving no questions unanswered. Fascinating to see and know more about Masada/ruins of King Herod's Palace and also dead sea.. Great Experience.”

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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

2.Jerusalem and Bethlehem Guided Day Trip

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

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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Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv - Masada National Park and the cable-car ride
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Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv

3.Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,014 reviews · from $120

Spend about 12 hours traveling from Tel Aviv through the Judean desert to Masada and the Dead Sea. You’ll ride a cable car to Herod’s mountaintop fortress, hear the site’s dramatic story from a local guide such as Eyal, Itamar, or Yonatan, then float in mineral-rich water and try Dead Sea mud. Hotel pickup, entrance fees, and transport are included.

“A fantastic tour for exploring history and hearing incredible stories that make the past come to life!”

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Tel Aviv: Jerusalem, Bethlehem & Dead Sea - Meeting the coach in Tel Aviv
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Tel Aviv: Jerusalem, Bethlehem & Dead Sea

4.Jerusalem, Bethlehem & Dead Sea

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 881 reviews · 12 hours · from $109

Travel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, Bethlehem, and the Dead Sea in one packed day. Walk Jerusalem’s four quarters with an English-speaking guide, visit the Western Wall and Church of the Holy Sepulchre, see Bethlehem’s Church of the Nativity, then float in mineral-rich water. Expect several guides, lots of walking, and limited Dead Sea time.

“We had amazing tour guide for the first half of the day in Jerusalem, Sivan Dadush went next mile to show us the most of the city in such a limited time! highly recommended! it was great to see the most important for us Jerusalem, Bethlehem and dead sea in one day! travelling out of season and group was only 10 people to then only 4 of us! Great deal, great experience!”

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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

5.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 & New City Bus Tour - The morning ride from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem
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From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem Old & New City Bus Tour

6.Jerusalem Old & New City Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 824 reviews · from $95

Travel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem by air-conditioned coach for a full day of guided sightseeing. See Mount of Olives, the Western Wall, Cardo, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Mount Zion, and Yad Vashem. Guides such as Avi, Itamar, Kobi, and Dani are praised for clear storytelling and good humor. Expect substantial walking.

“Excellent on all counts! Avi was a great guide, friendly and very knowledgeable. Highly recommended tour and guide!”

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From Jerusalem: Masada & Dead Sea Full Day Tour with Pick Up - The ride south from Jerusalem
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From Jerusalem: Masada & Dead Sea Full Day Tour with Pick Up

7.Masada & Dead Sea Full Day Tour with Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 815 reviews · 10 hours · from $111

Spend 10 hours traveling from Jerusalem to Masada, Qumran, and the Dead Sea with a live guide in English, Spanish, German, or French. You’ll ride the cable car to Herod’s fortress, see Roman baths and ancient mosaics, pause for lunch, and float in the salty water. Guides such as Daniel, Dorit, Ben, and Udi have earned especially strong praise.

“Dorit was an outstanding tour guide very personable with a great sense of humour . She was extremely informative about the history of Masada and the Dead Sea as well as the present day aspects. I really appreciated the extra information as we were returning into Jerusalem about the historical buildings. Our driver was great too. Felt in safe hands.”

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Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Jerusalem - What the transport and group size mean
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Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Jerusalem

8.Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Jerusalem

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 757 reviews · from $111

Leave Jerusalem by air-conditioned coach for Masada, where a guide explains Herod’s mountaintop palaces before you ride the cable car down. Continue past Ein Gedi and the Qumran caves to the Dead Sea for about 90 minutes of floating and mud bathing. Guides may include Dorit, Orion, Erez, Michael, or Mati.

“Loved spending time at the Dead Sea. The Masada tour was interesting, too. Did not like the lunch stop/food. Expensive and tasteless.”

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From Tel Aviv: Caesarea, Haifa and Akko Day Trip - Caesarea: Roman ruins beside the Mediterranean
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From Tel Aviv: Caesarea, Haifa and Akko Day Trip

9.Caesarea, Haifa and Akko Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 744 reviews · 11 hours · from $120

Travel north from Tel Aviv by air-conditioned coach with a guide in English, Spanish, French or German. See Roman Caesarea, Haifa’s Baha’i Gardens from above, Rosh Hanikra’s sea caves and Acre’s old city. Guides such as Aviva, Yoav and Erez have been praised for lively history talks, though the full day moves quickly.

“Amazing experience, we saw everything as advertised. Our guide was very knowledgeable and open to discussion and questions regarding any topic. Just small note for info that the trip was bi-lingual (Spanish and English) which I wasn't aware of beforehand.”

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Day Tour to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv - Inside the Old City, expect history at walking speed
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Day Tour to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv

10.Day Tour to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 720 reviews · from $121

This full-day coach tour links Jerusalem’s Mount Scopus, Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, and Church of the Holy Sepulchre with Bethlehem’s Manger Square and Church of the Nativity. You get hotel pickup, a professional guide, and entrance fees for $121, but expect crowds, plenty of walking, and possibly a 12-hour day. Guides such as Yoav, Itamar, Dima, and Shaked have earned especially warm praise.

“Our guide was very good and knowledgeable, but the tour wasted 2 full hours on tourist trap shops that were ridiculously overpriced. The lunch place was not good either and overpriced even for Israel. It didn’t cover anything we couldn’t see on our own. 3 stars for guide and a/c bus”

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From Tel Aviv: Masada, Ein Gedi & Dead Sea Tour - Ein Gedi brings water to the desert
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From Tel Aviv: Masada, Ein Gedi & Dead Sea Tour

11.Masada, Ein Gedi & Dead Sea Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 705 reviews · 12 hours · from $99

Travel from Tel Aviv to Masada, Ein Gedi, and a private Dead Sea beach with an English-speaking guide. Expect a full day, cable-car access at Masada, a short oasis walk, desert views, and time to float and use mineral mud. Guides vary, with Sivan, Simon, Joni, and Shany among those praised for clear explanations.

“Perfecf trip for quick and deep sight seeing . mid range intensity not the best for small children. I suggest bringing some extra food. All for all 10/10 quality and service”

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From Jerusalem: Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Tour - The early Jerusalem pickup and transfer
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From Jerusalem: Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Tour

12.Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 588 reviews · 10 hours · from $108

Spend 10 hours visiting Nazareth, the Sea of Galilee, Capernaum, Tabgha, Tiberias, and Yardenit from Jerusalem. Expect an early start, an air-conditioned coach, a multilingual guide, holy sites, scenic roads, optional baptism arrangements, and a paid lunch stop. Guides may include Orion, Dorit, Daniel, or Benny.

“I recently had the privilege of exploring the captivating sites of Nazareth, Capernaum, the Sea of Galilee, and the Jordan River with an outstanding tour guide named "Dorit". From start to finish, Dorit's expertise, passion, and personalized approach made our journey an unforgettable five-star experience. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Dorit's knowledge of the region's history and biblical significance was truly impressive. With each destination we visited, she effortlessly transported us back in time, painting vivid pictures of the historical events that unfolded in these sacred places. Her storytelling skills were exceptional, making the entire journey engaging and informative. In addition to her knowledge and ent...”

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Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee Day Trip from Tel Aviv - Tiberias, lunch, and the practical middle of the day
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Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee Day Trip from Tel Aviv

13.Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee Day Trip from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 541 reviews · from $98

This 10-hour coach tour takes you from Tel Aviv to Nazareth, Cana, Capernaum, Tiberias, and Yardenit on the Jordan River. Expect church visits, biblical sites, views of the Sea of Galilee, and commentary from guides such as Roei Talmor, Sivan, Avi, and Orion. Baptism is optional and must be arranged ahead if you want a priest.

“Guide: Sivan, Driver: David. The staff were nice and helpful. I did not mind the selected rest stops on this trip or the souvenir shops. It was my first trip to Israel so I did not mind being led around. I appreciated it. This type of tour will rush you around a little but I was fine with that. My goal was to get a taste and I can return one day in the future. I found I had enough time at each stop to get what I wanted. Caveats: If your trip includes churches you may need to watch what you wear. One of our group, a man, was…”

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Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee Day Trip from Jerusalem - Nazareth and the churches linked to Jesus’s family
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Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee Day Trip from Jerusalem

14.Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee Day Trip from Jerusalem

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 446 reviews · from $108

This 12-hour coach tour links Nazareth, the Basilica of the Annunciation, Capernaum, the Sea of Galilee, the Church of the Multiplication, and Yardenit. Guides such as Orion, Dorit, Dan, and Mati have been praised for clear storytelling. Expect an early start, long drives, church visits, and time for a Jordan River baptism.

“The most memorable part of our trip was the wonderful sights and the iconic destinations of Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee. Orion the tour guide was very knowledgeable, informative, and brought us to many important sights during our tour. The descriptions the guide gaRead more”

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Jerusalem and the Dead Sea from Tel Aviv - Mount Scopus and the first look at Jerusalem
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Jerusalem and the Dead Sea from Tel Aviv

15.Jerusalem and the Dead Sea from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 444 reviews · from $133

This full-day coach tour links Jerusalem’s Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and Muslim Quarter with about two hours at the Dead Sea. Hotel pickup is offered, though you should confirm the exact meeting point. Guides such as Udi, Erez, Roy, and Lior are praised for clear stories and good humor.

“A truly amazing experience. This tour is a must for everyone. The Old City was amazing and our guide Roy was very informative on all of the historical background. The Dead Sea was truly an amazing experience. I will have memories that will last a lifetime, not only for myself, but for my family and friends.”

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