Top 13 Private Tours in Israel

1.Private Tour Jerusalem Old City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 118 reviews Our pick

Spend about five hours exploring Jerusalem’s Old City with a private guide and up to five companions. Enter through Jaffa Gate, visit the Western Wall, Temple Mount, Cardo, Dormition Abbey area, and the Via Dolorosa. Guide Chava is one named guide associated with the experience. Entrance fees, food, and transport are extra.

“Chava is a very knowledgeable guide. She made sure to take us to every interesting corner of the city, including an excellent restaurant 😊. We highly recommend her!!!”

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2.JERUSALEM private tour with ELAD VAZANA – Life in Israel & Palestine Then & Now

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 115 reviews

Spend 6 to 7 hours with Elad Vazana exploring Jerusalem’s Jewish, Muslim, and Christian quarters. Visit the Western Wall, Dome of the Rock, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Mount Zion, markets, courtyards, and rooftops. The private format lets you adjust the pace, ask direct questions, and shape the day around your interests.

“If you want to learn about the current events in a balanced context of the much greater historical perspective, Elad is your guide. No finger pointing or picking sides, just facts and timelines and presenting some of the stories from both sides.”

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3.Palestine Revealed: 2-Day Private Tour from Jerusalem

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews · from $1,245

Travel privately from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv through Gush Etzion, Hebron, Mar Saba, Bethlehem, and Aida Camp. Your English-speaking guide explains the region’s history and politics, takes you to the Cave of the Patriarchs and Church of the Nativity, and introduces you to Palestinian families. Hotel pickup, transport, meals, and one night’s lodging are included.

“Our driver showed up with a luxury bus(leather seats and comfort). He picked up our group from our respective BNB's. Our Guide explained professionally everything as we went along. He braved all our questions even as we excitedly peppered him with question after Read more”

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4.Jerusalem Private Full Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 110 reviews

Travel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem with a Brazilian guide and your own group of up to seven. Visit the Mount of Olives, Gethsemane, the Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, and either the Garden Tomb or Holy Sepulchre. Private transport, WiFi, and pickup are included. Lunch is not.

“The trip with my family became memorable thanks to Samuel, a professional and kind human being. His knowledge about the events that occurred in the land of Jesus are very accurate and honest.”

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5.Exclusive Private Tour in The Israel Diamond Exchange

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 60 reviews · from $40Best value

Spend about two hours touring a working diamond-cutting factory and the Israel Diamond Exchange in Tel Aviv. Meet skilled cutters, visit the trading hall, speak with a diamond dealer, learn the 4Cs with a loupe, and receive a 1ct diamond dust souvenir. Pickup and refreshments are included.

“The team was super-professional and made me feel most welcome. I had no idea just how much hard work and skill went into crafting a beautiful gemstone. Hanan's designs are wonderful and innovative, with pieces where one item can tRead more”

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6.Tel Aviv Airport (TLV) to Tel Aviv Hotels – Private Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 59 reviews · from $42

Arrange a private ride from Ben Gurion International Airport to any Tel Aviv address. Your driver meets you with a name sign, waits up to 90 minutes for flight delays, and takes your group door to door in a sedan, minivan, or minibus. WhatsApp contact, luggage help, and 24/7 customer support add useful peace of mind.

“Joseph is the best. Great communication. Prompt service and very informative. Joseph was waiting for us even though our flight was delayed. 5 stars!!!”

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7.Bethlehem Half Day Private Tour – Pick up from Jerusalem/Tel Aviv/Ashdod

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews

This 3 to 5-hour private tour takes you from Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, or Ashdod to Bethlehem with hotel pickup, an air-conditioned vehicle, and a local Bethlehem guide. You’ll visit the Church of the Nativity, Shepherd’s Field, the Milk Grotto, St. Catherine’s Church, Bethlehem’s Old City, and an olive-wood workshop. Guides such as Dia, Daniel, and Ziad have been praised for thoughtful local context.

“Our guide Dia was great. We saw all the sites in a timely manner, also thanks to our driver Rookie who really was a 2nd guide. I'd book at our through Elijah anytime! Great personal service. Thank you guys!”

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8.Private Tour: Best of Jerusalem and the Dead Sea from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 53 reviews · from $474

Travel privately from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and the Dead Sea with a guide such as Erez, Ofer, Hava, or Ariel. See the Mount of Olives, Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, and Church of the Holy Sepulchre, then spend two hours at the Dead Sea. The route can be adjusted to suit your group.

“Myself & 5 friends took this tour with Ariel. He was a friendly & knowledgeable guide who made sure we saw the best of Jerusalem, got a clear, factual history of the city and of Israel in general, and had plenty of fun along the way. The van had plenty of room, good air conditioning and made for a comfortable ride.”

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9.Morning Private Tour to Discover Jerusalem

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 50 reviews

Join Florent Tour Guide Israel for a three to four-hour private walk through Jerusalem’s Old City. Starting at Jaffa Gate, you’ll visit the Armenian, Jewish, Muslim, and Greek Orthodox quarters, with stops at the Tower of David, Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, and Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Natalie or Florent may lead your group.

“Natalie is wonderful- knowledgeable, interesting and fun. Thank you what a fabulous day in Jerusalem.”

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10.Full-Day Private and Guided Tour of the Jerusalem’s Old City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 43 reviews

Join licensed guide Uri Goldflam for a private walking tour of Jerusalem’s Old City. You’ll visit the City of David, Western Wall, Jewish, Muslim, and Christian quarters, the Holy Sepulchre, and the Tower of David. Hotel pickup is available for groups of up to four, with admissions to two major sites extra.

“I spent a week with colleagues in Jerusalem and touring Israel with Uri. It was an incredible experience. Uri is an encyclopedia of information and can cover religion, history, geography and politics! His ability to weave together information and stories give you a real insight into the rich history and complexities of the region. Exceeded all of my expectations!”

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11.Jerusalem from Tel Aviv Ben Gurion Airport Private Arrival Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 40 reviews · from $85

After customs at Ben Gurion Airport, a professional driver meets you with a name sign and drives your group directly to a Jerusalem hotel. The private vehicle seats up to seven, with air conditioning, luggage storage, and generous legroom. The ride takes about 40 to 50 minutes, depending on traffic.

“Efficient process and easy to get to hotel without worrying about language barrier as many taxi drivers speak no or limited English.”

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12.Private Excursion to Nazareth Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 39 reviews · from $430

Travel with Wissam Tours on a private, full-day route from Nazareth through the New Testament sites of Cana, the Sea of Galilee, Capernaum, Tabgha, and Mount Tabor. You get hotel pickup, a professional guide, admission tickets, and a flexible experience for your own group, but food and insurance are not included.

“It was a very heartfelt and warm welcoming tour experience! I had such a great time thanks to the great plannings and connections of Wissam and his tour guide. It was very unique and wonderful memories this tour created for me for my stRead more”

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13.Haifa Culinary Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 38 reviews

Spend about three hours with Daniel Sigalov or licensed guide Evelin, walking from Haifa’s German Colony to Wadi Nisnas. You’ll hear stories about Templers, coexistence, street art, and local traditions while visiting seven food stops serving oriental and Mediterranean tastes. Pickup within Haifa is available by private vehicle.

“It was very intresting, we learnt a lot. And the 2nd part was so tasty and full of flavours , I recommend to book the tour with Daniel.”

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