Top Jerusalem Private Sightseeing Tours

Leave Jerusalem on a full-day private trip to Masada and the Dead Sea, and discover Israel’s remarkable history and landscapes. Drive deep into the Judean Desert, explore Masada’s fortifications and palaces alongside your personal guide, and learn about a dramatic, 1st-century battle between Roman troops and Jewish Sicarii rebels. Descend to the shores of the Dead Sea to walk along salt-encrusted beaches, bathe in mineral-rich mud and float in one of the world’s saltiest bodies of water. 

Visit Jerusalem’s key biblical sites on a private 6-hour walking tour of the Old City. As you wander through the ancient lanes, hear about their pivotal role in Christianity as the backdrop to Jesus’ life and death. Walk part of the poignant Via Dolorosa, the path he took to his crucifixion; and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Pool of Bethesda and other landmarks. Along the way, see the ancient Cardo, the sacred Jewish and Islamic sites of the Western Wall and the Dome of the Rock, and more.

On this half-day, private tour, you’ll get an in-depth introduction to historic Bethlehem, known as the birthplace of Jesus Christ. Head from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem into the heart of the West Bank, with door-to-door hotel transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle. Then, enjoy guided tours of the city’s standout sights, from the Church of the Nativity to Shepherd’s Field. Please bring your passport with you for this tour.

Enjoy the highlights of Israel in Jerusalem and at the Dead Sea on this full-day tour with your own private guide. Look down on Jerusalem from atop the Mount of Olives, with a view of the Dome of the Rock. Visit Holy Land sites like the Garden of Gethsemane, the Western Wall, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, to name a few. Then at the Dead Sea, float or swim in the rejuvenating waters for a unique and unforgettable experience. Hotel transport by private vehicle is included.

Get a personalized introduction to Jerusalem’s millennia-long history during this private city tour. Choose from half-day or full-day options, with bespoke itineraries adapted to your interests. Understand the significance of the Old City to its three main faiths. Visit Jewish, Christian, and Muslim sights with a guide, from Temple Mount to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Upgrade to include hotel pickup.

Get a panoramic look at the city of Jerusalem and visit some of its most well-known sites on this half-day tour. Look down on the city from atop the Mount of Olives, with a view of the Dome of the Rock, one of the oldest works of Islamic architecture and Jerusalem's most recognizable landmark. Visit Holy Land sites like the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed the night before his crucifixion; the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, located where Jesus was crucified; and more. Jerusalem hotel pickup and drop-off included.

For Christians, Jews and Muslims alike, Jerusalem is the spiritual center of the world. Take this guided all-day tour to better understand the city’s 4,000-year-old history and visit its important sites. See what are widely considered the holiest places in the world: the Western Wall, the holiest of Jewish sites; the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, located where Jesus was crucified and buried; and many more. Finish the day with time at Yad Vashem, the Holocaust History Museum in New Jerusalem. Round-trip hotel transport included.

Combine a Masada tour and Dead Sea trip into one memorable full-day tour from Jerusalem. Travel through the Judean desert by air-conditioned coach and pass the site of the famous New Testament parable of the Good Samaritan. Arrive at Masada and ride the cable car to the legendary mountaintop ruins of King Herod’s palaces. After a guided tour, drive to the Dead Sea. Relish the surreal Dead Sea floating experience and choose to take a therapeutic mud bath. Then, return to Jerusalem, passing the ancient city of Jericho on route.

Witness the world of the West Bank and explore its history and culture on this full-day guided tour from Jerusalem. See where Jesus was born in Bethlehem and where he was baptized in the Jordan River. Visit the town of Ramallah and see the tomb of Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat. Stop at Jericho to see the oldest city in the world.

See the highlights of 3,000-year-old Jerusalem on a full-day tour with a knowledgeable guide. Stand on the Mount of Olives to admire the iconic views of the walled, Old City. Head to Mt Zion to visit the Room of the Last Supper and King David’s Tomb, and wander through Old Jerusalem, taking in the Roman Cardo and Armenian and Jewish quarters on route to the Via Dolorosa, Church of Holy Sepulchre and Western Wall (Wailing Wall). Lastly, visit Yad Veshem, where memorials and exhibits pay tribute to the Holocaust’s victims.

Discover the north coast of Israel on a full-day tour of Caesarea, the Bahá’i Gardens and Golden Dome, and Rosh Hanikra. Exploring sites that span Israel’s fascinating history, from the ancient Romans to the Crusades, takes you along a scenic route with beautiful views; choosing a coach tour ensures a comfortable seat on a journey that goes almost to the Lebanese border.

Retrace the footsteps of Jesus on this full-day guided walking tour of Jerusalem. Travel along the Via Dolorosa, the street Jesus walked on the way to his crucifixion. Walk down the Mount of Olives and see other prominent sites in Old City Jerusalem, like the Pool of Bethesda, St Anne’s Church, the Convent of the Sisters of Zion and more. Jerusalem hotel pickup and drop-off included.

No Israel trip would be complete without experiencing the Dead Sea’s mineral-rich waters and skin-softening mud: but it's tough to reach by public transport. This package gets you there in comfort with a guided tour of Bethlehem too. See the essential Bethlehem sights, among them the Church of the Nativity, the Church of St. Catherine, the Church of Shepherds Field and the Milk Grotto, then enjoy downtime at the beach.

Visiting Israel's New Testament sites can be complicated to plan if you want to tour independently by self-drive or public bus. Skip the hassle and time involved in favour of a tour with the logistics sorted and a guide for commentary. After hotel pickup in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Herzliya or Netanya; your itinerary takes you to Nazareth, Galilee, Tiberias and the sacred baptism site of Yardenit on the River Jordan, as well as other places linked with Jesus' ministry.

Visit the Holy Land sites of Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee on this full-day guided tour from Jerusalem. Travel to the city of Nazareth, described in the New Testament as the childhood home of Jesus. See popular Holy Land sites like the Basilica of the Annunciation and Mt. Tabor, the site of the Transfiguration of Jesus. At the Sea of Galilee, see where Jesus performed miracles and walk the shores where he first taught his followers. Also, consider being baptized where Jesus was, in the Jordan River.

Experience the biblical cities of Bethlehem and Jericho on this full-day guided trip from Jerusalem. Travel through the Judean Desert to Jericho, the oldest city in the world. See the Mount of Temptation, where Jesus was tempted by the devil and the sycamore tree that Zacchaeus, the tax collector, climbed to get a better view of Jesus. In Bethlehem, see the Church of the Nativity, where Jesus was born, plus Manger Square, Shepherds' Field and more. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included on this tour.

Visit Bethlehem highlights on a tour that combines transport and a guided walking tour to maximize your sightseeing time. From Manger Square to the Church of the Nativity, Milk Grotto, and the Shepherds’ Field, you’ll cover important Biblical sites with a guide who can help unlock the history behind each destination; pickup at a central location in Jerusalem or Tel Aviv gets you on the road with no fuss.

Experience mountains, desert and sea all in one day on this full-day tour from Jerusalem. Ride the cable car to the cliff-top Masada Fortress and enjoy spectacular aerial views, then journey to the desert oasis of the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve. After lunch (own expense), continue to the Dead Sea, famously the lowest landmass on earth, where you can take a dip in the mineral-rich muds or enjoy free time to explore independently.

Treat yourself to a stress-free arrival in Israel with this private, round-trip transfer service between Ben Gurion Airport and your Jerusalem hotel. Travel in a top-model, air-conditioned sedan, minivan, or minibus depending on group size. Get help and support from your English-speaking driver. Flight monitoring and free waiting time are included.

See the birthplace of Jesus on this guided half-day tour from Jerusalem to Bethlehem. Visit Greek and Catholic churches and trace the events of the Nativity of Jesus. From Manger Square to the Church of the Nativity, The Shepherds’ Field, follow the timeline to Jesus’ birth. Uncover the highlights of this holy city, a major Christian pilgrimage site. Hotel pickup only included.

Visit the biblical sites at Bethlehem with ease from Jerusalem on this half-day tour. Depart from your Jerusalem hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle and make your way to Bethlehem. In the company of a guide, explore the Milk Grotto, Greek and Catholic churches, Manger Square, the Church of the Nativity, and more.

Visit Israel’s most significant Christian sites on a full-day private trip from Jerusalem to Nazareth, Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee, and work with a personal guide to tailor your perfect trip. Explore the soaring Church of the Annunciation, go deep into crypts beneath St. Joseph’s Church and follow Jesus’ footsteps to Kfar Kana, the Sea of Galilee and Tiberias. Discover ruined synagogues where Jesus may have taught in the seaside town of Capernaum, then pause at a Jordan River baptismal site before returning to Jerusalem. 

Discover two Holy Land icons—Jerusalem and Bethlehem—in one action-packed day when you prebook this private door-to-door tour. You’ll have your guide all to yourself as you hit signatures from the Garden of Gethsemane and the Way of the Cross (Via Dolorosa) to the Church of the Nativity and the Milk Grotto. This package includes guiding and door-to-door transport: pay for parking, meals, drinks and entrance fees as you go.

The best way to experience the holy city of Jerusalem is with a private tour, which will allow you to understand its complexity, learn about its rich history, experience the archeology and feel the culture. I love guiding, I love Jerusalem and the land of Israel and nothing makes me happier than to share this love with others. I present very rich and informative guidance while presenting the information in a very vivid manner.