ISRAEL · JERUSALEM & BETHLEHEM TOURS

The 15 Best Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tours

28 tours  ·  from $57 a head

The old city rewards a guide more than almost anywhere, mostly because the quarters make no sense on a map. These 15 cover the Jerusalem walking days, the Bethlehem half-days and the Nazareth and Galilee runs, with prices, pickup points and crossing times.

From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem and Bethlehem Guided Day Trip - The road from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem
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From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem and Bethlehem Guided Day Trip

1.Jerusalem and Bethlehem Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,316 reviews · 10 hours · from $118Our pick

Spend 10 hours touring Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv by air-conditioned coach. Walk Jerusalem’s Old City, the Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and Byzantine Cardo, then visit Bethlehem’s Church of the Nativity with a local Palestinian guide. Guides may include Itamar, Yoav, Avi, or Eyal.

“Avis in Jerusalém and Kojak in Bethlehem were simply amazing. God bless you both. Receive a warm hug fr Brazil”

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Tel Aviv: Jerusalem, Bethlehem & Dead Sea - Leaving Tel Aviv early
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Tel Aviv: Jerusalem, Bethlehem & Dead Sea

2.Jerusalem, Bethlehem & Dead Sea

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 881 reviews · 12 hours · from $109

This 12-hour English-language tour takes you from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem’s Old City, Bethlehem’s Church of the Nativity, and the Dead Sea. Expect guided walks, several stairways, modest dress at holy sites, and limited beach time. Guides such as Shimon, Sivan, Joseph, and Yael have been praised for clear explanations and humor, though the Bethlehem segment can feel rushed.

“The trip was so interesting and we saw so much for one day! The tour guide in Jerusalem was really good and with excellent English which was really easy to understand. I cannot say the same for the guide in Bethlehem. I didn't understand anything. Also the driver of the bus was so friendly and all the way to Jerusalem he was telling us interesting things about Israel and the places around us which we were passing by. Definitely recommend this tour!”

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From Tel Aviv: Guided Day Trip to Nazareth & Sea of Galilee - Nazareth and the Church of the Annunciation
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From Tel Aviv: Guided Day Trip to Nazareth & Sea of Galilee

3.Guided Day Trip to Nazareth & Sea of Galilee

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

Travel from Tel Aviv to Nazareth, Tabgha, Capernaum, the Sea of Galilee, and Yardenit with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned coach, and a multilingual guide. You’ll visit major Christian sites, see Mount Tabor, and have time for an optional baptism service. Guides such as Aviva, Omri, Roy, and Yuval have earned praise for clear explanations and warm personalities.

“Great day trip. Even though we were a large group of 35 people, our guide Roy managed to keep us informed and interested. He also managed time perfectly so that we covered the full programme without any stress. Highly recommendable! Lots of thanks.”

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From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem Old & New City Bus Tour - The Mount of Olives view
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From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem Old & New City Bus Tour

4.Jerusalem Old & New City Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 824 reviews · from $95

Travel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem by air-conditioned coach with a professional guide. See Mount of Olives, the Western Wall, Cardo, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Mount Zion, and Yad Vashem. Guides such as Avi, Itamar, Kobi, and Dani are praised for clear storytelling and humor. Expect a long, active day with limited free time.

“Excellent on all counts! Avi was a great guide, friendly and very knowledgeable. Highly recommended tour and guide!”

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From Jerusalem: Masada & Dead Sea Full Day Tour with Pick Up - The cable car and the view from the summit
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From Jerusalem: Masada & Dead Sea Full Day Tour with Pick Up

5.Masada & Dead Sea Full Day Tour with Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 815 reviews · 10 hours · from $111

Spend 10 hours visiting Masada and the Dead Sea from Jerusalem. Ride a cable car to Herod’s fortress, hear the story of the Roman siege, stop near Qumran, and float at Mineral Beach. Guides such as Daniel, Dorit, Ben, and Udi have earned praise for clear, engaging commentary.

“It was a wonderful day filled with a lot of solid information. A bang for your buck with your guide, Dorit!!!!”

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Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Jerusalem - Riding the cable car to Masada
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Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Jerusalem

6.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 Hills to Masada. Ride the cable car to Herod’s mountaintop palaces, hear the site’s dramatic story from a local guide such as Dorit, Orion, or Erez, then spend about 90 minutes floating in the Dead Sea and trying its mineral mud.

“Masada is a must! As a history buff, this was a dream! It was over 100 degrees but worth it. Cable car to the top. See everything and take it all in”

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Day Tour to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv - Entering Jerusalem through its old quarters
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Day Tour to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv

7.Day Tour to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 720 reviews · from $121

Travel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and Bethlehem by air-conditioned coach on a roughly 10-hour guided day. You’ll see Mount Scopus, the Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Manger Square, and the Church of the Nativity. Guides such as Yoav, Itamar, Dima, and Shaked have earned particular praise, but the experience can vary by departure.

“Shaked did an awesome job. I admired his respect for the local Palestinian people and his selfless attitude toward tipping. He asked us to tip/help out the locals, which was a very good thing in my mind.”

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From Jerusalem: Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Tour - Nazareth and the Church of the Annunciation
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From Jerusalem: Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Tour

8.Nazareth and Sea of Galilee Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 588 reviews · 10 hours · from $108

You’ll travel by air-conditioned coach from Jerusalem to Nazareth, Capernaum, Tabgha, Tiberias, and Yardenit. Expect biblical sites, scenic views, a paid lunch stop, and time in the Jordan River. Guides such as Orion, Dorit, Daniel, and Benny have earned praise for clear storytelling and good group care. Baptism with a priest must be arranged separately.

“Dorit proved to be an exceptionally knowledgeable tour guide during our visit. Her understanding of the area and its history was evident right from the start. What made our tour particularly enjoyable were the interesting anecdotes she seamlessly integrated into her explanations. These stories added a personal touch, giving depth and context to the places we explored. It was clear that Dorit had a genuine passion for her work. She was attentive to our group’s questions, offering detailed responses that often came with a hint of a story, making the information more relatable. The blend of factual knowledge with these narratives ensured we remained engaged throughout. By the tour’s end,…”

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From Jerusalem: Half-Day Bethlehem Guided Tour - Meeting at the David Citadel Hotel
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From Jerusalem: Half-Day Bethlehem Guided Tour

9.Half-Day Bethlehem Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 568 reviews · from $75

Meet at Jerusalem’s David Citadel Hotel for a 3 to 5-hour English-language tour of Bethlehem. With guides such as Elias, Johnny, and George, you’ll visit the Church of the Nativity, St. Catherine’s, the Milk Grotto, Shepherds’ Fields, Banksy-related sights, and an olive-wood shop.

“We had the absolute greatest time during our half-day tour to Bethlehem. Elias and George were so friendly, easy to talk to, and knowledgable about the area. We were so fortunate to see the holy sites when very few tourists were visiting and Elias let us take as much time as we wanted at each, answering any questions we had about the history, Bethlehem, or Palestine in general. He never pressured us to buy anything even when we stopped at their olive wood factory store and he even bought us traditional Palestinian sweets from one of his favorite bakeries in Bethlehem. If you are looking for a welcoming, interesting, and…”

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Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee Day Trip from Tel Aviv - Kfar Cana and the road to the lake
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Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee Day Trip from Tel Aviv

10.Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee Day Trip from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 541 reviews · from $98

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Tel Aviv to Nazareth, Capernaum, the Sea of Galilee, Tiberias, and Yardenit. You’ll see major Christian sites, hear Bible-era stories from a guide such as Avi, Sivan, Yoav, or Roei, and may arrange a baptism at the Jordan River in advance. Expect a long, tightly scheduled day with up to 40 people.

“Seeing the Sea of Galilee was a highlight. Learnt a lot about the various places, but wish we could have had longer at the Sea of Galilee to reflect and explore.”

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Jerusalem/Tel Aviv: Bethlehem, Jericho and Jordan River Tour - Meeting the Bethlehem guide after the border
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Jerusalem/Tel Aviv: Bethlehem, Jericho and Jordan River Tour

11.Jerusalem/Tel Aviv: Bethlehem, Jericho and Jordan River Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 526 reviews · from $80

This full-day tour takes you from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv to Bethlehem, Jericho, and the Jordan River. In Bethlehem, guides such as Elias and Amir explain the Church of the Nativity, Milk Grotto, and Shepherds Field. Later, a driver or local guide leads you through the Judean Desert to Jericho, Hisham Palace, Elijah Spring, and the Jordan River.

“The tour was excellent! Everything was well organized, and I really enjoyed every moment. The guides were absolutely amazing — very knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate. It made the whole experience even better. Highly recommended!”

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From Jerusalem/Tel Aviv: Bethlehem and Dead Sea Day Tour - Walking through Manger Square and the Church of the Nativity
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From Jerusalem/Tel Aviv: Bethlehem and Dead Sea Day Tour

12.From Jerusalem/Tel Aviv: Bethlehem and Dead Sea Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 484 reviews · from $80

Visit Shepherds Field, the Church of the Nativity, the Milk Grotto, and an olive wood workshop with a Bethlehem guide such as Elias, Johnny, or Boaz. Then cross the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea for swimming and floating. Transport, one bottle of water, and return to your original pickup point are included.

“Very kind and attentive guide, with a lot of knowledge about the tourist attractions. He serves travelers very well, making himself available and with good communication. I highly recommend this tour and guide.”

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Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee Day Trip from Jerusalem - Passing Kfar Cana and heading north
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Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee Day Trip from Jerusalem

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

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

Spend about 12 hours traveling from Jerusalem to Nazareth, Capernaum, the Sea of Galilee, and Yardenit with a guide and air-conditioned coach. Expect biblical sites, lakeside views, long driving stretches, and free time for a possible baptism. Guides such as Orion, Dorit, Dan, and Mati have been praised for clear storytelling.

“Our guide (Doris Epstein) was really terrific - not too much, not too little with regard to explanations and information, sensitive to the different sides of complex cultural issues and very friendly, without being obtrusive. The tour itself was interesting: sort of a "best of" the Read more”

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Jerusalem and the Dead Sea from Tel Aviv - Mount Scopus, the Kidron Valley, and the first view of Jerusalem
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Jerusalem and the Dead Sea from Tel Aviv

14.Jerusalem and the Dead Sea from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 444 reviews · from $133

Travel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and the Dead Sea in about 10 hours. Guides such as Udi, Erez, Roy, Jacob, and Lior lead you through the Old City, Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, and Church of the Holy Sepulchre before two hours at the salt lake. Expect early pickup, plenty of walking, and a busy but efficient schedule.

“Udi was an incredible tour guide and did such a great job at providing concise and captivating historical stories. The stop at the Dead Sea was an incredible way to relax after a busy first half of the day. I would absolutely do this tour again!”

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From Jerusalem: Masada&Dead Sea Tour INCLUDING ENTRANCE FEES - The Judean desert drive from Jerusalem
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From Jerusalem: Masada&Dead Sea Tour INCLUDING ENTRANCE FEES

15.Masada&Dead Sea Tour INCLUDING ENTRANCE FEES

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 392 reviews · 10 hours · from $111

Travel from Jerusalem through the Judean desert to Masada, ride the cable car, and explore Herod’s fortress with a licensed guide. Then spend time at the Dead Sea, where you can float and swim. Pickup is included from central Jerusalem hotels. The tour is listed in English, though some departures may be bilingual.

“Amazing tour. Our guide was Lea, fantastic guide, she is truly a professional. Enjoyed every second of that day. :)”

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