Top Tel Aviv Day Trips

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.

Combine a guided tour of Christian historical sights with a chance to float in the mineral-rich waters of the lowest point on earth during this full-day combo tour of Bethlehem and the Dead Sea. Departing from either Tel Aviv or Jerusalem, travel to the West Bank by comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Visit the Church of the Nativity and the Shepherds’ Field with a guide before enjoying free time at the salt lake.

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.

Explore a mix of ancient and contemporary history during this shared full-day excursion to Bethlehem and Jericho. Visit sights important to the history of Christianity, including the Church of the Nativity—believed to be Jesus’ birthplace—and the Church of Saint Catherine.

Explore Old Jerusalem and visit the powerful Holocaust Museum in New Jerusalem on this day trip from Tel Aviv. With a knowledgeable guide, witness the most resonant Jewish and Christian sites of the Old City, including the Mount of Olives, Western Wall (Wailing Wall), Via Dolorosa and Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Then, drive to modern Jerusalem to the Holocaust Museum. Head inside to chart the moving personal stories of the victims of World War II’s Holocaust through the artifacts, survivor testimonies and deeply poignant Hall of Names memorial.

Discover the New Testament sites of Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee on this day trip from Tel Aviv. In Nazareth, Jesus’ childhood home, explore the Church of the Annunciation and Church of St Joseph. After your Nazareth tour, visit some fabled miracle locations around the Sea of Galilee including the site of the feeding of the 5,000. Visit Capernaum and then pass through Tiberias on route to the Jordan River, with the chance to be baptized in its waters. Nazareth and Galilee tours don’t come much more comprehensive!

Discover the highlights of both Tel Aviv and Jaffa during this private, half-day cycling tour. Cover more sights in less time on two wheels, with bike rentals included in the tour. Explore both traditional and modern sides of the neighboring coastal cities, from Ottoman-era sights in Jaffa Port to iconic Bauhaus buildings in Tel Aviv’s downtown.

Visit two of the most historic destinations within the West Bank during this full-day tour of Bethlehem and Jericho. See sights featured in the Old and New Testament, including the Church of Nativity, believed to be Jesus’s birthplace, and visit the oldest city in the world, Jericho, to uncover more ancient treasures.

12 hour tour from Tel Aviv (3.5 hours on-road): Once past Jerusalem, we head for the desert. We track 4x4 into the Judea desert, on our way to the sugar cane path. The 4x4 track views the remarkable beauty of water carved dolomite og wadi gorge. Further down in the lowest point on earth, rests the 100 k"m long turquoise Dead Sea. Contrary to its name, it attracts tourists and Israelis all year round. with its "walking on water" experience and its miraculous healing quality. Masada! Deep down in the Judea desert, on an isolated table mountain, are ruins nearly 2000 years old. They are a silent heroic evidence of the 930 men, woman and children struggle ten thousands of trained Romans... Ein Gedi oasis nature reserve This is the most enjoyable Judea desert oasis water track. With a few waterfalls, shade and many times, Ibex walking not far away. In summer, it is a real treat!

Tick off three of Israel’s top attractions during this budget-friendly full-day excursion to Masada, Ein Gedi, and the Dead Sea. Hike or ascend the hilltop archaeological site by cable car. Enjoy free time to explore the desert oasis and the mineral-rich Dead Sea coast. Travel comfortably from and back to central Jerusalem in an air-conditioned, Wi-Fi-equipped vehicle.

Visit some of Israel’s ancient and scenic highlights on a full-day tour from Tel Aviv to Masada, Ein Gedi oasis, and the Dead Sea. Enjoy independent time at Masada and Ein Gedi, swim in the hyper-saline water of the Dead Sea on a guided tour. This full-day tour includes admission to a Dead Sea beach and round-trip transport from a central location in Tel Aviv.

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.

See the sights of Jerusalem and Bethlehem on a full-day trip from Tel Aviv. With an expert guide, glimpse the Garden of Gethsemane, Mount of Olives and other sights around Old Jerusalem. Then, enter the Old City through the Zion Gate to see the Western Wall (Wailing Wall), Via Dolorosa and Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the site of Jesus’ crucifixion. Afterward, visit Bethlehem, the town where Jesus was born. Here, view the Church of the Nativity, where the exact place of Jesus’ birth is marked in an underground grotto.

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.

The Tel Aviv tour is a unique combination of activities for a day filled with art, history, culture, and food exploring Tel Aviv by foot on a comprehensive walking architecture, food and street art tour. When possible, we have collaborated directly with the local street artists to promote accurate information and support of their work. After the tour we will provide information of artists whose work has been seen on the tour providing social media information and where possible, opportunities to purchase work directly from the artists.

Discover some of Israel’s most iconic coastal sights during this full-day excursion along the Mediterranean’s northern shore. Departing from Tel Aviv, tours include stops in the Herodian ruins of seafront Caesarea, a stroll through Haifa’s Baha'i gardens, a visit to Acre’s centuries-old historic center, and a trip to the Lebanese border in Rosh Hanikra.

Some of Israel’s top locations can be hard to reach, but you’ll easily cover three iconic sights in the desert during this full-day, self-guided tour to Masada, Ein Gedi, and the Dead Sea. Travel comfortably from Tel Aviv in your own vehicle with a driver. Enjoy free time in each location, with admission tickets purchased separately. Tours include access to an app with information and resources.

If you’re short on time, tick off three of Israel’s top attractions with ease and efficiency on an 11-hour sightseeing tour from Tel Aviv. Avoid crowds by arriving early at the Church of the Nativity, believed by Christians to be the birthplace of Jesus Christ, and then explore Jericho, an ancient city in the shadow of the Mount of Temptation. Ascend to the Mount of Temptation Monastery and enjoy the breathtaking views. Continue to the Baptism Site Qasr el Yehud at the Jordan River, where according to believe Jesus was baptized.

Visiting Israel’s key biblical locations independently—and doing them justice—in a day from Tel Aviv is a big ask, especially without a rental car. Experience four of the sites held most sacred by Christians on this day trip to Nazareth, Galilee, Capernaum, and Tiberias. Learn the background and Bible stories associated with each sight from your guide, and enjoy an optional River Jordan baptism at Yardenit before your return.

Eat your way through Tel Aviv with a professional guide by your side by booking a spot on this small-group food tour. You'll walk through the Kerem HaTeimanim neighborhood and the Carmel Market, trying out a variety of Israeli dishes and meeting local chefs, with stops at off-the-beaten path spots that are loved by locals but not necessarily known by tourists.

Exploring Tel Aviv's Carmel Market is more rewarding in the company of a local who can introduce you to its variety of culinary riches, colorful spices, and intriguing characters. This small-group tour will introduce you to the flavors and scents of the market, as well as the timeless stories of the market's history.

Cover the highlights of Bethlehem during this half-day excursion from Tel Aviv. See the grotto in the Church of the Nativity where Jesus is believed to have been born during a guided tour. Visit the Shepherds’ Fields, where angels announce his birth in the New Testament. Shop for olive wood carvings and interact with local artisans. Tours end in Jerusalem.

Mingle with fellow travelers and understand what the buzz about Tel Aviv nightlife is all about during this half-day pub crawl. Head to a handful of carefully selected hotspots in the bustling downtown district. Get moving as you listen to tunes in a high-energy dance bar. Entry to all clubs is included, plus alcoholic beverages-- so you can get your drink on in a safe and fun setting.