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Old Jerusalem Day Trip from Tel Aviv
Badge of ExcellenceTel Aviv, Israel
From $94.00
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up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
- 10 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Delve into the storied past of Old Jerusalem on this full-day trip from Tel Aviv. Travel to the captivating city and witness the sites held most sacred by the Jewish and Christian religions as your guide explains their secrets and symbolism. Absorb the views from the Mount of Olives, see the Garden of Gethsemane, Hall of the Last Supper and Tomb of King David, and explore the Old City to view the Western Wall (Wailing Wall), step out on the Via Dolorosa and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.
- Full-day coach and walking tour of Old Jerusalem from Tel Aviv
- View the revered sites of this 3,000-year-old city, including the Western Wall, Via Dolorosa (no. 5-14) and Church of the Holy Sepulchre
- See the Last Supper Room and Tomb of King David on Mount Zion
- Stop at the Mount of Olives for views over the Old City
- View the Stone of Anointment, where Jesus’ body is said to have lain, in the Holy Church of the Sepulchre
- Enjoy a convenient hotel pickup and drop-off
What's Included
- Hotel pickup and drop off
- Professional guide
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Gratuities
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Start time
06:40 AM
Pickup details
Please note that our pickup/drop-off is available from a few central hotels only. Please select the hotel closest to your address from the drop-down menu on the tour page. If you are not sure which of the listed hotels is a good fit, please choose the option “I don’t see my pickup location” and insert enter your accommodation address. After the booking is approved by the local tour operator, a confirmation email from Bein Harim will be sent to you mentioning the final pickup point closest to your address. Please read the email with the attached booking confirmation carefully to make sure you are waiting for the pickup at the correct location. Please make sure to wait for the pickup at the hotel entrance.
What To Expect
Depart your central Tel Aviv hotel by air-conditioned coach and set out on your day trip to Jerusalem, one of the world’s oldest cities.
During your journey, hear tales of Jerusalem’s 3,000-year-old past and how the city has been held sacred by the Jewish, Christian and Muslim faiths since biblical times.
Visit the Mount of Olives, a ridge famous for its sweeping panoramas of the Old City. Take photos from here and admire the key landmarks, including the Dome of the Rock rising from the rooftops. Then, drive along the Kidron Valley to see sites such as the Garden of Gethsemane, the ancient Jewish cemetery and Dormition Abbey.
Continue to Mount Zion and visit the Hall of the Last Supper, a chamber believed to stand where Jesus shared his last meal with his disciples. Then, head downstairs to visit the Tomb of King David before continuing into the walled Old City.
Enter through the Zion Gate and walk to the Byzantine Cardo, the main thoroughfare during Byzantine times. Next, delve into the Jewish Quarter to see the Western Wall (Wailing Wall), a pilgrimage site for thousands of Jewish worshippers.
Work your way into the Christian Quarter and walk part of the Via Dolorosa, the route taken by Jesus to his crucifixion, to see some of the Stations of the Cross (no. 5-14). Pass through souks and courtyards, and visit the hallowed Church of the Holy Sepulchre, believed to stand where Jesus died. See the stone where his body was prepared for burial and where he was laid in a tomb.
Lastly, stroll through the bustling Old City Market and perhaps buy souvenirs (own expense) before your tour ends with a drop-off at your Tel Aviv hotel.
During your journey, hear tales of Jerusalem’s 3,000-year-old past and how the city has been held sacred by the Jewish, Christian and Muslim faiths since biblical times.
Visit the Mount of Olives, a ridge famous for its sweeping panoramas of the Old City. Take photos from here and admire the key landmarks, including the Dome of the Rock rising from the rooftops. Then, drive along the Kidron Valley to see sites such as the Garden of Gethsemane, the ancient Jewish cemetery and Dormition Abbey.
Continue to Mount Zion and visit the Hall of the Last Supper, a chamber believed to stand where Jesus shared his last meal with his disciples. Then, head downstairs to visit the Tomb of King David before continuing into the walled Old City.
Enter through the Zion Gate and walk to the Byzantine Cardo, the main thoroughfare during Byzantine times. Next, delve into the Jewish Quarter to see the Western Wall (Wailing Wall), a pilgrimage site for thousands of Jewish worshippers.
Work your way into the Christian Quarter and walk part of the Via Dolorosa, the route taken by Jesus to his crucifixion, to see some of the Stations of the Cross (no. 5-14). Pass through souks and courtyards, and visit the hallowed Church of the Holy Sepulchre, believed to stand where Jesus died. See the stone where his body was prepared for burial and where he was laid in a tomb.
Lastly, stroll through the bustling Old City Market and perhaps buy souvenirs (own expense) before your tour ends with a drop-off at your Tel Aviv hotel.
Monte das Oliveiras
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Garden of Gethsemane (Pass By)
Church of All Nations (Basilica of the Agony) (Pass By)
Kidron Valley (Pass By)
Dormition Abbey (Pass By)
The Cenacle
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
King David's Tomb
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Zion Gate
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Old City of Jerusalem
2 hours 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Armenian Quarter
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Jewish Quarter
40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Western Wall
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Christian Quarter
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
The Way of the Cross - Via Dolorosa
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Eglise du Saint-Sepulcre
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Muslim Quarter
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- A moderate dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. Please refrain from wearing shorts. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travelers
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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Reviews
4.5
86 reviews
Carrie_B, Mar 2023
We enjoyed the trip and our guide was very engaging and knowledgeable.
On the downside, we had been on the bus an hour and we’re still sitting in a car park in Tel Aviv waiting for other buses to meet up with us to all shift around customers. It seems there should be a more time efficient way to do this. Then we had the misfortune to be in Jerusalem on the day of the marathon. Much traffic and more waiting at another pick up spot for people running late. However our driver was knowledgeable of the city and did his best in a difficult time.
We saw all the sites that were listed. However very little time was spent at each site. Much time was spent outside of each location describing what we were to see which after the delays of the morning was frustrating. Since this is a once in a lifetime trip, we were prepared and knew what each stop was. To have such limited time to see these amazing places after standing and listening to a 10 minute description was disheartening. Also, spending 30 minutes in the “approved” gift shop was not enjoyable. I wish we had been told how long we were to be there because I would have walked around the area and looked in the stalls more. As it was, we didn’t know when we were leaving there so we couldn’t wonder too far. I think it was the place we spent the most time other than lunch. Lunch was good. You don’t order from a menu but cold sandwiches were already prepared which was perfect I think. It was very quick and efficient which I appreciated. The location and view were nice. The drive home was much more efficient. Customers had been sorted by their drop off locations prior to leaving so it was a quick drive back to to Tel Aviv. Also- for those worried, there were frequent toilet stops. Our guide joked that part of his job for the day was to guide us from one loo to the next and he delivered. 😊
All in all, I do recommend this day trip. It’s a good introduction to the old city. I think it’s mostly accessible to everyone who can walk a moderate amount. There was nothing strenuous and the pace was easy. What I do recommend is after you take this trip, plan another day in Jerusalem on your own to more deeply explore the places that there wasn’t enough time for.
Response from Host, Mar 2023
Appreciate you taking the time to provide a most detailed report and review of your tour. You have mentioned most of what needs to be known for travelers. Guides do arrange tour schedules to cater for all kinds of travelers. Roughly said ours is a broad scale intro to the city. one should certainly return to explore if time permits.
Thomas_B, Jul 2022
Tomer was a terrific guide. Knowledgeable and friendly. He was detailed in his presentations and entertaining. The sights themselves were fascinating.
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Thanks for sharing that you came away with a memorable and fantastic tour experience .
ingrid_d, May 2022
The very good guide Eyal who did a lot of explaining and listened to his group. The lunch was perfect and didn’t take too much time
Response from Host, May 2022
THanks for mention of your satisfaction of our guide Eyal .We have you mention that the lunch stop was fine.We
appreicate this comment , in light of other reviews on this subject!
Julia_K, May 2022
Hello, I I just wanted to provide some feedback on my today’s trip. In the morning I was told that I only have half a day trip and I will have to find my own transportation back to Tel Aviv. When I showed my reservation saying pick up and drop off to the hotel is included they were looking for some explanations and finally told me that I will spend with this group time until lunch and then I will be with another group for another half of the day. After the launch I was added to the group which was half Spanish half English speaking and they successfully lost me in the first 10 minutes in the whole city, nobody was waiting for me and nobody explained they just left without me. Then I spent four hours trying to get out of the city on my own spend a Normas amount of time and effort and money to get back to Tel Aviv . This is not the experience I would want to recommend to anyone else and I would like to ask you to reimburse me for this trip. Best, Julia
Response from Host, May 2022
Dear Julia,
we are most regrettable that this was the nature of your experience. This matter needs to be under investigation so kindly forward it to info@beinharimtours.com
Again, we are sorry for the inconvenience caused.
Sincerely,
Bein Harim Tourism Services team
Kimberly_M, Nov 2019
Hava was awesome! We had a great time and got to see everything we wanted. Pick up and drop off were seamless. We leaned a lot about the history and faith of Jerusalem. Highlight of our trip!
Andres P, Oct 2019
Our guide Hava was amazing. She took us through the entire old city and was very knowledgeable. Highly recommend it
Alexandra_L, Dec 2018
very nice, great stories, a lot of history, everything or ganised. I really enjoyed and I strongly recomended. Thanks to our best guide , Ami!
Martn_U, Jun 2018
An absolute amazing tour!! The tour guide was awesome!!! I would go again!!
Zuzana_M, Feb 2018
Great day in Jerusalem and could not have a better guide. Amir Call Our was the best guide we had in Israel. Very interesting and historical trip but no moment of sleepiness at any moment. The only thing is that the lunch is not so good, very standard but you can go anywhere else since you can meet the trip later, so make a little research and try another place than the one they take you to.
Paul, Dec 2017
This trip really isn't good value. I saw everything on the Jerusalem and Bethlehem tour. My main complaint here was the guide Ithamar. He took us to one shop where we seemed to spend an eternity. We then left the shop and had a very long lunch. Later on we went to one of his friend's stall and waited yet again. All this meant that we only had 15 minutes per location. On the other tour the guide gave us 30 mins per location - and the same locations on a half day tour! Frankly I'd recommend getting transport to Jerusalem, a map and walking round the city yourself. You'd actually see more and have more time to see the sights.
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