Top Jerusalem Day Trips & Excursions

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.

Visit the Holy Land sites of Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee on this full-day guided tour from Jerusalem. Travel to the city of Nazareth, described in the New Testament as the childhood home of Jesus. See popular Holy Land sites like the Basilica of the Annunciation and Mt Tabor, the site of the Transfiguration of Jesus. At the Sea of Galilee, see where Jesus performed miracles and walk the shores where he first taught his followers. Also, consider being baptized where Jesus was, in the Jordan River.

Visit Petra on a full-day tour from Jerusalem by air that makes the most of your time in Israel. You’ll have four hours to explore Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that was inhabited since pre-historic times, taking in cliff-carved temples, a Roman theater, and other Nabataean landmarks. This 16-hour tour includes plane tickets, entrance fees, a guided tour of the site, lunch, and round-trip transport from your hotel in Jerusalem.

Experience the biblical cities of Bethlehem and Jericho on this full-day guided trip from Jerusalem. Travel through the Judean Desert to Jericho, the oldest city in the world. See the Mount of Temptation, where Jesus was tempted by the devil and the sycamore tree that Zacchaeus, the tax collector, climbed to get a better view of Jesus. In Bethlehem, see the Church of the Nativity, where Jesus was born, plus Manger Square, Shepherds' Field and more. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included on this tour.

See the birthplace of Jesus on this guided half-day tour from Jerusalem to Bethlehem. Visit Greek and Catholic churches and trace the events of the Nativity of Jesus. From Manger Square to the Church of the Nativity, the Milk Grotto and Shepherds’ Field, follow the timeline to Jesus’ birth. Uncover the highlights of this holy city, a major Christian pilgrimage site. Hotel pickup only included.

Experience the Biblical cities of Bethlehem and Jericho on this guided, full-day trip from Jerusalem. Travel through the Judean Desert to Jericho, the oldest city in the world. See the Mount of Temptation, where Jesus was tempted by the devil and the sycamore tree that Zacchaeus, the tax collector, climbed to get a better view of Jesus. In Bethlehem, see the Church of the Nativity, where Jesus was born, plus Manger Square, Shepherd’s Field and more. A hotel pickup and drop-off is included on this tour.

Explore Israel's ancient Roman cities and ports on this full-day guided tour from Jerusalem. See the ancient ruins and a large Roman theater in the town of Caesarea, and visit the Baha'i Gardens in the port city of Haifa. Travel back in time to a Crusader underground city in Acre and witness the spectacular Rosh HaNikra grottoes, a geologic formation on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. Round-trip hotel transport included.

See the highlights of 3,000-year-old Jerusalem on a full-day tour with a knowledgeable guide. Stand on the Mount of Olives to admire the iconic views of the walled, Old City. Head to Mt Zion to visit the Room of the Last Supper and King David’s Tomb, and wander through Old Jerusalem, taking in the Roman Cardo and Armenian and Jewish quarters on route to the Via Dolorosa, Church of Holy Sepulchre and Western Wall (Wailing Wall). Lastly, visit Yad Veshem, where memorials and exhibits pay tribute to the Holocaust’s victims.

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.

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.

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.

Leave Jerusalem on a full-day private trip to Masada and the Dead Sea, and discover Israel’s remarkable history and landscapes. Drive deep into the Judean Desert, explore Masada’s fortifications and palaces alongside your personal guide, and learn about a dramatic, 1st-century battle between Roman troops and Jewish Sicarii rebels. Descend to the shores of the Dead Sea to walk along salt-encrusted beaches, bathe in mineral-rich mud and float in one of the world’s saltiest bodies of water. 

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.

Discover Jesus’ Jerusalem on a full-day, private tour that’s designed around Biblical sites, from the Mount of Olives to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Flat-rate pricing for up to six people makes this a great, money-saving option for small groups, and you can enjoy the day at your own pace as you see the places where Jesus is believed to have taught and performed miracles.

Visit Biblical sites from Jericho to the Jordan River on a full-day trip that combines some of the area’s top highlights with lesser-known destinations. You’ll see archeological excavations at Tel Jericho, stop by Zacchaeus’ sycamore tree, then get views across the wilderness from the Mount of Temptation, finishing the day with a relaxing float in the super-salty water of the Dead Sea.

Enjoy the highlights of Israel in Jerusalem and the Dead Sea on this full-day guided adventure. From atop the Mount of Olives, look down on the city, with a view of the Dome of the Rock. Visit Holy Land sites like the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, located where Jesus was crucified and more. Then at the Dead Sea, float or swim in the ultra-salty lake water for an unforgettable experience. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Leave Jerusalem for the Judean Desert on a full-day Jeep tour to Mar Saba Monastery and Wadi Quelt, and discover Israel’s rugged scenery and sacred landmarks. Take in views from the ancient sacrificial site at Mt. Azazel and head off-road into a rocky valley. Visit a Greek Orthodox monastery on the edge of a cliff, descend to Moses’ legendary tomb then spend the afternoon soaking up desert sunshine in Ein Prat, a nature reserve supported by sheltered springs; enjoy an Israeli coffee by the water before returning to Jerusalem.  

Enjoy the natural beauty and history of Masada, Ein Gedi and the Dead Sea on this self-guided, all-day tour. Early in the morning, head to the top of UNESCO-listed Masada, one of Israel’s most popular attractions, to see, perhaps, the greatest sunrise in the world. Bring a camera to capture the incredible view. Then, hike to one of the most beautiful places in Israel, the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve, followed by a rejuvenating dip in the legendary Dead Sea. Transportation to and from Jerusalem plus printed guiding materials included.

Designed with the time constraints of travel in mind, this 12-hour tour allows you to tick off Masada Fortress, Ein Gedi Nature Reserve, and the Dead Sea — three of Israel’s most popular attractions — in just one day. Departing Jerusalem with your driver, you’ll be rewarded with a majestic desert sunrise from the UNESCO-listed Masada Fortress after a strenuous hike. Observe exotic wildlife in Ein Gedi Nature Reserve and bathe and be buoyant in the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth. Entrance to Masada and Ein-Gedi Nature Reserve are not included.

Leave Jerusalem on a full-day trip to Tiberias, Safed and Mount Meron and explore Judaism’s most sacred sites. Visit the tombs of two remarkable rabbis in Tiberias, a holy city on the shores of Galilee; continue to a hilltop settlement that’s a center of Kabballah mysticism.  Take in the views from the summit of Mount Meron, where Orthodox Jews gather for ceremonies beside the tomb of Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai, then finish the day at your Jerusalem hotel. 

See the Judean Hills that lead to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth. Visit Massada, where you will learn the heroic story of the Jewish fighters. Ascend the mountain top by cable car and tour the fortress built by King Herod where you can visit the remains of the walls and mosaic floors before descending by cable car. Finally, stop to enjoy the unique opportunity to float in the Dead Sea and cover yourself with the mineral rich mud.

Visit the holy sites of Jerusalem’s three great religions on a full-day tour with a private guide. Take in atmospheric neighborhoods in each of the city’s four historic quarters, and browse vibrant displays and local markets. Join crowds of worshipers at the foot of the Western Wall, see the golden Dome of the Rock atop the Temple Mount, and trace Jesus’ footsteps to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Get insider tips on how to explore the city like a local, and enjoy the personal experience of a private tour.

Gain a better understanding of the conflict between Israel and Palestine on this dual-guided, full-day tour of Hebron in the West Bank. The city is divided into two sectors: one is controlled by the Palestinian National Authority and the other by Israel. Explore both, first with an Israeli-Jewish guide, then with a Palestinian guide. Learn about the struggles in this Middle Eastern city. Visit the Tomb of the Patriarchs, the world's most ancient Jewish site, explore various neighborhoods, speak with locals and enjoy lunch at a Palestinian family’s home.

Visit Jericho, the Dead Sea, Jerusalem’s Old City, and Bethlehem on a full-day, guided tour that includes transport from a centrally-located point in Jerusalem. Explore Israel’s Biblical heritage and diverse history, with time to swim and sunbathe on a private beach by the Dead Sea.