Day Trips from Tel Aviv to Tiberias

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.

If you’re curious about seeing the highlights around the Sea of Galilee, then this tour is a perfect pick. Save time doing your own research, and join a guided tour that ticks off lots of highlights in a day. Visit the ancient ruins of Capernaum, the Yardenit Baptismal Site, the Old City of Nazareth, and the Basilica of Annunciation—with a guide to show you around and provide commentary.

Spend the day exploring historic Golan Heights on this popular day trip from Tel Aviv. Your route takes you past numerous scenic overlooks perfect for snapping photos, as well as through the ancient village of Katzrin—the capital of Golan Heights. Travel to the top of one of Israel’s most stunning dormant volcanoes and take an informative walking tour of a 6th-century synagogue as part of this memorable trip.

Explore some of Israel’s less-visited historical sites and the Dead Sea on a full-day trip from Tel Aviv. Travel to Jericho and Tel Jericho, the ruins of the original walled city of the bible; and see Elisha’s Spring and the reputed Zacchaeus sycamore tree. Then, ride a cable car up Mt. Temptation and visit Jesus' believed baptism site at Qaser el Yahud on the River Jordan before relaxing at the Dead Sea. Entrance fees included.

Leave modern Tel Aviv on a full-day, private tour of Nazareth, Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee that takes in Israel’s biblical history. Visit an arched basilica and intimate shrines in the Church of the Annunciation, and explore hushed crypts beneath St. Joseph’s Church. Follow Jesus’ biblical footsteps to Kfar Kana and Tiberias then board a boat across the Sea of Galilee. Enter Capernaum to discover ruins of the synagogues where Jesus taught, then stop at a Jordan River baptismal site and return to Tel Aviv. 

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.

Discover the magnificent ancient ruins of Masada and delights of the Dead Sea on this unforgettable private day trip from Tel Aviv. With your own private guide, cross the Judean Desert and ride a cable car up to Masada, a rocktop fortification built by King Herod in 350 BC. Explore the well-preserved ruins as you hear the tragic ancient tales of the site, and then drive to the Dead Sea. Experience a ‘swim’ in the salt-heavy waters and enjoy a skin-replenishing mud bath here before your return to Tel Aviv.

Explore three of the most significant sights along Israel’s Mediterranean coast during this full-day trip to Caesarea, Haifa, and Acre. Cover thousands of years of history, from Herodian ruins to the panoramic gardens of the Baha’i Faith. Enjoy guided visits in each location and comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle transfers. Choose between pickup and drop-off in Jerusalem or Tel Aviv.

See a different side of Israel, from crusader fortresses to Baha’i shrines, from Roman architecture to marine caverns, on this door-to-door guided tour of the nation's northern coast. Start at the Roman ruins of Caesarea, built by Herod the Great; progress to Haifa, where the sacred gardens of the Baha’i faith tumble down terraces; enter the watery wonderland of the Rosh Hanikra grottos; and discover the rich history of Acre.

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.

Follow in the footsteps of Jesus on a guided, full-day tour from Nazareth to the Sea of Galilee. Beginning in Tel Aviv, visit some of the most important sites in northern Israel, like the historic city of Nazareth where Jesus spent much of his childhood. Visit Cana, where Jesus performed his first miracle. See where Jesus taught his disciples, where he fed the multitude, where he was baptized and much more. Any necessary entry fees plus a Tel Aviv hotel pickup and drop-off are included on this small-group tour.

Visit Biblical sites in Nazareth and Galilee on a full-day tour from Tel Aviv to the places where Jesus and other Biblical figures are believed to have lived and preached. With the option to get baptized in the Jordan River, this tour is designed around the region’s New Testament sites; it’s a curated Christian experience that ensures you won’t miss out on the places that are most important to you.

Discover the New Testament sites of Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee without the hassle of driving on this guided tour from Tel Aviv. Visit Nazareth's Church of the Annunciation and Church of St. Joseph, see miracle sites around the Sea of Galilee, visit Capernaum, and pass through Tiberias on the Jordan Road.

Visit the Golan Heights from Tel Aviv on a full-day tour that explores ancient history in a contested region. From border hot springs to a Talmudic village and a ruined, 6th-century synagogue, you’ll get a fascinating glimpse of Golan Heights history and heritage; traveling in the comfort of a tour vehicle means you can relax and enjoy views of inland plains, the Sea of Galilee, and the dramatic Heights themselves.

Visit the Biblical sites by the Sea of Galilee on a full-day tour from Tel Aviv to Magdala, Ginosar, the Mount of Beatitudes, and Cana, with a focus on the places where Jesus lived, preached, and performed miracles. This small-group tour includes pickup and drop-off at Tel Aviv hotels and all entrance fees.

Israel is full of sites considered holy by many religions, and seeing them all can be intimidating to tackle on your own. This tour of holy sites in the Galilee region makes it easy. Head to key sites around Nazareth, plus Kafer Kana, the Sea of Galilee, the Church of the Multiplication, and more, ending your journey back in Jerusalem. All entrance fees and transportation are included for great value.

Travel deep into the land of miracles on this Biblical day tour that includes the chance to be baptized in the Jordan River. Explore key sites from Jesus’ Nazareth childhood and visit the location where Christians believe Jesus turned water into wine, the place where he is supposed to have fed 5,000 people, and the lake where he is said to have walked on water. Your day includes door-to-door transfers.

Explore the historic monuments and natural wonders of Israel’s far north with a private guide on this full-day tour. Admire the ancient temples and forest trails of Tel Dan Nature Reserve, dive into ancient Greek and Roman history at Banias Natural Reserve, and marvel at the medieval citadel in Nimrod Fortress National Park. Finally, visit Banias Waterfall, the largest in Israel.

While exploring the ruins of a 1,500-year-old synagogue, touring a medieval city, and admiring vista points over the Sea of Galilee, you might not believe that the bustle of Tel Aviv and Jerusalem is just a few hours away. This guided tour of the Golan Heights lets you explore a different part of Israel with ease— hassle-free transportation and guided commentary make for the perfect day trip.

Look beyond the Holy Land clichés and escape the tourist trail for Israel’s northern coast on this door-to-door guided day tour that checks off not one but two UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Explore the ancient Roman ruins of Caesarea; tour the tumbling Baha’i Gardens and Shrine in Haifa; ride the cable car down to the limestone Grottos at Rosh HaNiqra; and discover the Crusader city of Acre.

Visitors who book this full-day tour of Nazareth, Tiberias, and the Sea of Galilee will come away with a comprehensive understanding of the biblical highlights. With convenient hotel pickup in Herzliya, it’s an unforgettable trip that includes entrance fees to the Church of the Annunciation and Church of St Joseph. Visit Capernaum and fabled miracle locations around Galilee, then pass through Tiberias en route to the Jordan River.

Explore two cities in the north of Israel with a guide on this full-day private tour. Depart from your Tel Aviv hotel in a private vehicle and make your way along the Mediterranean coast to Haifa. Accompanied by your guide, explore the Baha’i Gardens and the Golden Dome Shrine. Continue on to Acre, where you can wander the Crusader ruins that dot the city. Travel in the vehicle to Rosh Hanikra and stroll down walking paths to naturally-formed seaside grottos.

Visit the Golan highland’s vast landscape and Eli Cohen Park during this full-day, guided tour on-board your own four-wheeler with three meals included. Stop for fresh Israeli breakfast before exploring the Golan Trail to Kaalat-Nimrod and passing by the Sea of Galilee. Ascend the mountain to the Oz 77 Memorial and look down on the battle arena of the Yom Kippur War. Finish with a Druze culinary experience.