15 Day Trips from Israel That Earn the Day

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 on a 10-hour guided day trip with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned coach, and entry fees included. You will see the Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Church of the Nativity, and Shepherds’ Fields. Guides such as Itamar, Yoav, Avi, and Aviv are known for clear storytelling and good humor.

“The tour of Bethlehem and Jerusalem was beyond eye opening. Had an excellent tour guide.”

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

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

Travel from Tel Aviv into the Judean desert with a local guide, ride the cable car to Masada, then float in the Dead Sea and try its mineral mud. Guides such as Eyal, Itamar, Yonatan, and Dima are praised for clear storytelling and good organization. Expect an early start, a long coach ride, and about 90 minutes to two hours at the Dead Sea.

“Tour was excellent! Itamar is an amazing guide! He has deep knowledge and we saw many things and did a lot of stuff in the short time. Need more than 1.5hrs in Dead Sea”

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3.Guided Day Trip to Nazareth & Sea of Galilee

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

Spend 10 hours tracing Christian sites from Nazareth to the Sea of Galilee. Visit the Church of the Annunciation, Mount of Beatitudes, Tabgha, Capernaum, and a Jordan River baptism site. Air-conditioned transport, hotel pickup, entry to Capernaum, and multilingual guiding are included. Bring water, sun protection, and modest clothing.

“Grateful and pleased for this holy places. So Happy”

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4.Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Jerusalem

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

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Jerusalem through the Judean desert to Masada, ride the cable car to Herod’s fortress-palaces, then float in the Dead Sea and try its mineral mud. Local guides such as Dorit, Orion, Erez, and Michael lead the day. Allow about nine hours, with pickup, entrance fees, and hotel drop-off included.

“I learned about very important historic event , restoration , and nature. Great tour. Very good tour guide Mati”

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5.Caesarea, Haifa and Akko Day Trip

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

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Tel Aviv, Herzliya, or Netanya to Caesarea, Haifa, Rosh Hanikra, and Acre. You’ll see Roman ruins, the Baha’i Gardens from above, sea grottoes near Lebanon, and Acre’s old bazaar with a guide in English, Spanish, French, or German. Entrance fees and lunch cost extra.

“It was a great experience from the beginning to the end.”

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

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

Start early from Jerusalem for Nazareth’s Annunciation and St. Joseph churches, then follow the Sea of Galilee to Capernaum, the Church of the Multiplication, and Yardenit. Guides such as Orion, Dan, Dorit, and Mati have led especially well-regarded departures. Expect a full 12-hour day, long drives, and optional baptism arrangements.

“Danny did a great job as our guide. He was personable and very knowledgeable. Thanks, Danny. Kristen and I really enjoyed our day. I would have given 5 stars, but for one thing. Why not just raise the price and include lunch.”

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7.Dead Sea Chill Out Half-Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 165 reviews · 5 hours · from $50Best value

Leave Jerusalem before the worst heat for a five-hour, self-guided Dead Sea outing. You’ll ride an air-conditioned minibus, enter a private beach, float in the salty water, and try the famous mineral mud. Drivers such as Pedro and Alon have been praised for clear explanations and friendly service, but beach facilities are basic and shared.

“Well organised trip. The driver was on time at the pick up point. Smooth Drive. We arrived at a private beach . However, over 7or 8 tour companies use the same beach and it tended to be a bit crowded. For a fee,one can rent a locker. The company provided towels. There are showers and toile facilities in the changing rooms. The beach where one can walk into the Dead Sea is about 400m away. Lying on the saline water of this sea is something to be experienced. There is a safe cordoned area where 9ne can take a dip and scrub oneself with the slimy mud. All in all…”

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8.Jerusalem Day Trip with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 118 reviews · 10 hours · from $124

Travel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem with hotel pickup, a licensed English-speaking guide, and entrance fees included. See Ein Karem, Mount of Olives, Mount Zion, the Armenian and Jewish quarters, the Cardo, Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, and Church of the Holy Sepulchre. It is a fast, full day with plenty of walking.

“Our guide was excellent, his explanations were profound. As far as the programme is concerned, it was a little dense. It would have been nice to have an hour off to roam the city.”

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9.From Ashdod Port: Jerusalem and Bethlehem Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 111 reviews · 9 hours · from $120

Meet your Bein Harim guide at Ashdod Port for a nine-hour trip to Jerusalem and Bethlehem. You’ll see Mt. Scopus, the Western Wall, Cardo, Via Dolorosa, Holy Sepulchre Church, Nativity Church, and Holy Grotto. Guides may include George or Avi, and timing can be tight at the busiest religious sites.

“Did not like our guide George as he was full of himself in bethelem. Avi our guide on Jerusalem walk wasn't very friendly his attitude was if I lose you I will not look for you. We were with our 2 children and trying to keep him in our sights and keep the 2 kids with us was very frightening.”

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10.Bethlehem, Jericho, and Qasr El Yahud Day Trip from Jerusalem

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 109 reviews · from $125

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Jerusalem to Jericho, Qasr El Yahud, and Bethlehem. You’ll see Zacchaeus’ Tree, Mount of Temptation, the Church of the Nativity, Manger Square, and Shepherds’ Field. Expect a Palestinian guide in Bethlehem, possible vehicle changes, long lines, and a nine-hour day.

“We had the opportunity to spend time in Bethlehem and in Jericho. In Bethlehem we had ample time to go through the Church of the Nativity even though it was extremely crowded. We visited the Shepherds Field Church with excellent explaRead more”

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11.Caesarea, Haifa & Akko Day Trip from Jerusalem

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 96 reviews · 10 - 12 hours · from $105

Start with a 5:50 a.m. transfer from Jerusalem, then follow Israel’s Mediterranean coast to Caesarea, Haifa, Rosh Hanikra, and Acre. You’ll see Roman ruins, the Baha’i Gardens, sea caves, Crusader tunnels, and Acre’s market with a live guide in English, French, German, or Spanish. Guides such as Dorit and Abraham have led this route.

“The sea and grotto views were beautiful, and archeological sites were enriching. Our guide Abraham was knowledgeable and well experienced in leading our group.”

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12.Masada Sunrise, Ein Gedi & Dead Sea Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 67 reviews · 1 day · from $89

Leave Jerusalem at 3:00 AM for Masada, where you hike toward King Herod’s desert fortress as the sun rises. Continue to Ein Gedi for a two-hour nature walk, then spend about 90 minutes floating and using Dead Sea mud at a private beach. English-speaking guides lead the day, with Ronni praised for his organization and history knowledge.

“I really enjoyed this guided tour of the three Amazing locations. Unfortunately there was No indication that they want you to bring Cash for the entrance to each location and The atm they brought us too had no cash in It. I would have gladly paid all the entrance Fees upfront rather then the giant hassle we dealt with. Our guide was excellent and the Hike to Masada was unforgettable.”

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13.Dead Sea Full-Day Trip from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 65 reviews · 10 hours · from $91

Travel from Tel Aviv through the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea, stopping near the Inn of the Good Samaritan and viewing Jericho across the border. At a Dead Sea resort, you can float in water 8.6 times saltier than the ocean, apply mineral mud, and book a massage or natural treatment in advance. Guides speak English, French, Spanish, or German.

“This was an excellent activity for a warm, sunny day. We really enjoyed the drive and Eli our guide who was a wealth of information and enthusiasm. And of course the Dead Sea swimming!! Absolutely incredible! Would definitely do that again!”

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14.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 beach day. Your $60 includes transport, beach entry, and app-based written guidance. Bring water, sunscreen, swimwear, flip-flops, and a towel, then float, use mineral mud, and explore the shore at your own pace.

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15.From Ashdod Port: 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 south to Masada and Ein Bokek. Ride a cable car to Herod’s desert fortress, see the Dead Sea from above, then spend about 1.5 hours floating and using mineral-rich mud at the beach. The tour includes transport and entrance fees, but not lunch or drinks.

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