15 Holy Land Tours in Tel Aviv to Book Before You Fly

1.Jordan River, Nazareth, & Sea of Galilee Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 103 reviews · 1 day · from $962Our pick

Travel from Tel Aviv to Nazareth, Cana, the Sea of Galilee, Capernaum, Tiberias, and Yardenit with an English-speaking guide. You’ll see major Christian sites, churches, ancient ruins, and Mt. Tabor views. The day includes transport and entrance fees, but not food, so bring a snack.

“Ben was super knowledgeable about all the locations that were covered and he looked after all the group members very well. This is a very religious tour. The devout Christians will love it. for me it was just TMI. I was not happy with the fact that we were over one hour of delay in truly starting the trip. Due to many pickup points because of people coming from various locations. which meant getting back was late. Wasn't a big fan of having to constantly leashed around with almost no free time (other than 5 or 10minutes at locations) people should bring a snack as there were no breakfast stop,…”

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2.From Tel Aviv/Jerusalem: Galilee, Nazareth, Jordan River

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 93 reviews · 1 day · from $99

Travel with an English-speaking guide from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem to Nazareth, Capernaum, Tabgha, and Yardenit. You’ll visit major Christian sites, hear biblical and historical context, and ride between stops by coach. Guides such as Sharif, Nadine, and Yona have earned praise for clear explanations and attentive service. Expect a long day, modest dress, and about $5 in entrance fees.

“I very happy with very interesting, informative tour. I happy with my decision of trip. Guide very knowledgeable and explained interesting information.”

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3.Biblical Highlights of the Galilee Tour From Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 67 reviews · from $93Best value

Travel from Tel Aviv to Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee on a 10-hour guided tour. Visit the Basilica of the Annunciation, St. Joseph’s Church, Capernaum, Tabgha, and Yardenit. Hotel pickup, drop-off, a professional guide, and entry fees are included. English is offered daily except Sunday.

“Everything about this guide was exceptional. His English, his knowledge, the way he described and explained biblical sites, his sense of humor, his walking pace. He talked the right amount, kept us interested with injections of trivia such as how cities got their name. I'm seriRead more”

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4.Bethlehem, Jericho & Jordan River Tour from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 57 reviews · from $119

Start early from Tel Aviv for a packed day in Bethlehem, Jericho, and Qasr al Yahud at the Jordan River. Visit the Church of the Nativity, ride the Mount of Temptation cable car for an extra $16, and tour the monastery. Guides such as George have led well-organized departures, though pickup and group coordination can vary.

“This tour was a great day trip - and although the driver was a little on the quiet side - the other travellers on the tour melded well and enjoyed the tour together.”

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5.Jerusalem Tour from Tel Aviv: In the Footsteps of Jesus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 49 reviews · from $99

Leave Tel Aviv early for an 11-hour Christian walking tour of Jerusalem. From Mount of Olives views to Gethsemane, Bethesda, Saint Anne, and the first four Via Dolorosa stations, you’ll explore with a professional guide such as Daniel, Ami, or Tamar. Expect steep hills, steps, churches, and roughly 8 to 10 miles on foot.

“Very knowledgeable guide who read from the Bible at each spot for reference. You must be in very good physical shape for the walking- up and down many hills And steps. Highly recommended”

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6.Bike the Holy Land with Yoav Lavi, Bike Guide for all levels and a Photographer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews Top rated

Join Yoav Lavi, a Tel Aviv bike guide and photographer, for a private ride tailored to your group. Choose from urban promenades, paved roads, dirt trails, or mountain single tracks, with regular bikes or e-bikes, rentals, transfers, refreshments, and photography available. The tour lasts about three hours and suits families, casual riders, and stronger cyclists.

“I booked Yoav without a personal recommendation. He contacted me right away and was very helpful from the beginning, not just for my tour but for other recommendations in Israel. He sent me beautiful pictures of Israel. We unfortuRead more”

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7.Bethlehem and Jerusalem Day Biblical Tour from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 34 reviews · from $95

This 10-hour guided day trip takes you from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and Bethlehem, with stops at the Mount of Olives, Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Church of the Nativity, and Shepherd’s Field. Expect a large group of up to 40 people, a 7:30 am start, hotel pickup, and a busy but efficient schedule led by guides such as Yoav, Aviv, Udi, or Itamar.

“Our guide was very friendly at all times. He was very knowledgeable about the history of Jerusalem and how the old city is divided up and run. This relatively short tour of Jerusalem and Bethlehem highlights has made me want to spend a longer time exploring these cities.”

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8.Biblical tours

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 33 reviews

With guide Malachi Boaz, you design a private full-day biblical tour around your interests. Expect pickup from your hotel, airport, or cruise port, air-conditioned transport, and a flexible route that may include the City of David, Western Wall, Temple Mount, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, churches, archaeological sites, and places tied to Jewish and Christian history.

“Boaz is amazing. Very professional and knowledgeable. He not only knows a ton about Israel but the surrounding countries, cultures and politics. We very much enjoyed him reading from the Bible at each place we went. He is flexible wiRead more”

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9.Israel Holy Land Christian Tour Package 7 days – Private Tour Package

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31 reviews · from $4,300

You’ll tour Israel’s major Christian and biblical sites in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking guide. The seven-day plan includes Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Jericho, Masada, the Dead Sea, Nazareth, Galilee, Caesarea, Haifa, Rosh Hanikra, and Acre, with hotels and breakfasts included.

“The logistics of the tour is amazing!! The tour was really great and included all the main places to visit, the hotels are located strategically to have a walk at night and have dinner. What we like the most was the explanations from the guides in our language, they really have a broad knowledge of all places. We absolutely recommend the tour!!”

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10.Christian Sites by the Sea of Galilee from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · from $105

Travel from Tel Aviv to the Sea of Galilee for a full day of Christian sites. You’ll visit Magdala’s ancient synagogue, see a first-century fishing boat at Ginosar, enjoy views from the Mount of Beatitudes, and visit Cana’s Wedding Church. Hotel pickup, a guide, transport, and entrance fees are included.

“Capernaum and de city of the bred and fish multiplication is included in the tour and it was excluded at the end for no reason, big disappointment.”

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11.Jericho, Jordan River, Mt. Temptation, and Dead Sea Tour from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 17 reviews · from $126

Travel from Tel Aviv across the Judean Desert to biblical Jericho, Elisha’s Spring, Zacchaeus’ Tree, Tel Jericho, Mt. Temptation, Qasr al-Yahud, and the Dead Sea. A professional guide, air-conditioned transport, hotel pickup, and entry fees are included. If Ami bar Gil leads your day, expect strong historical and biblical context.

“Ami bar Gil (tour guide and historian) made this tour an unforgettable experience. I definitely recommend him.. his knowledge is incredible. This tour with Ami should be a must do on your trip to Israel ..He really brings the Bible Alive...”

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12.4-Day Christian Tour from Tel Aviv: Jerusalem, Jericho, Bethlehem and Nazareth

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 15 reviews · from $790

Follow the story of Jesus from Bethlehem to Jerusalem, Nazareth, Capernaum and the Jordan River on a four-day guided trip from Tel Aviv. You’ll stay three nights in Jerusalem, travel in an air-conditioned vehicle, and hear biblical context from guides such as Dan, Rafa and Hezi. Expect early starts, a full schedule, and some extra site fees.

“Very intellectual and enrichming experience. Non-doctrinal guides talk focused on Jesus and his period as it relates to Israel. The guides saw to it that a short conversation about a place visited is given and highlights are underscored.”

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13.Jordan River, Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee Day Trip from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 12 reviews · from $98

Travel from Tel Aviv to Nazareth, the Sea of Galilee, Capernaum, Tabgha, and Yardenit on a guided Christian day trip. Guides such as Daniel, Omri, Ossy, Siv, and Melany have received strong praise. Expect a long coach ride, included entry fees, biblical sites, and an optional Jordan River baptism.

“Fantastic and well organisated tour. Our guide, Omri was really up to date and told interesting stories. Must to see tour.”

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14.Jerusalem Christian Heritage Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews

Travel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in a private, air-conditioned vehicle for an eight-hour Christian heritage tour. Walk the Via Dolorosa, enter the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and visit Gethsemane, the Mount of Olives, and Mount Zion. Your guide can adjust the pace and emphasis for your group of up to four.

“Amazing day in Jerusalem, very knowledgeable guide, kept us all ears the whole day. Even my 10 year old son was very alert and interested in the stories our guide Levi was telling us. Would definitely highly recommend and will do it ourselves again in our next trip to beautiful Israel.”

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15.Private Tour to Nazareth & Sea of Galilee & Jordan River Yardenit – Exclusive

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · from $280

Spend 8 to 11 hours exploring Christian sites in northern Israel with a private guide and hotel pickup from Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Herzliya, or Netanya. Visit Nazareth, the Church of the Annunciation, Mount Tabor, Capernaum, Tabgha, Magdala, Duc in Altum, and Yardenit. Baptism at the Jordan River is optional.

“Our trip was supposed to happen three weeks after the conflict broke out. Compass was very helpful and professional despite the situation. They promptly responded to our text and provided us with a refund. I hope to be able to do one of their tours in the future.”

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