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JPY (¥)With so many sites to see in Israel, you might be asking yourself, which Israel tours are the most worthwhile? Based on value, tour experience, and destination, we’ve put together this list of the 10 best tours in Israel you can join. Not only will these tours be a great addition to your Israel itinerary, but you’ll get to explore and discover the hidden gems as well as the highlights of this country with a team of experts. Read on to find out the best tours in Israel.
1) Masada, Ein Gedi, and Dead Sea Day Tour
This one day tour is an absolute bestseller; a great addition to your Israel itinerary. Hitting all the highlights of Israel’s breathtaking nature, you can visit Masada, Ein Gedi, and the Dead Sea for unbeatable value. The tour departs from Jerusalem and Tel Aviv daily. Including experiences such as seeing a 2,000 year old Herodian fortress, floating in the Dead Sea, the lowest point in Earth, and seeing wild Ibexes in Ein Gedi nature reserve, this trip is one of the best things you can do during your stay in Israel.
2) Sunrise Over Masada Tour
This Sunrise tour of Masada, Ein Gedi, and the Dead Sea offers a unique experience: the chance to watch the sun rise over the Dead Sea from the summit of Masada. For early risers, it’s a no-brainer, but even for the night owls, we recommend sacrificing one night of sleep to make this unforgettable memory. Everyone should consider including this tour on their Israel itinerary. This experience will be available daily starting in June 2026.
3) Jerusalem, Bethlehem, and the Dead Sea Day Tour
Want to check the Dead Sea off your bucket list, while taking in some history on the same day? Then this Jerusalem, Bethlehem, and Dead Sea Tour, one of the best day trips from Jerusalem, is for you. The tour is available four days a week. You’ll start your day exploring Jerusalem’s Old City on one of the best Holy Land tours. This ancient landmark is home to some of the most important religious landmarks in the world. Then, you’ll head to Bethlehem to explore Jesus’ birthplace, before ending your day relaxing on the shores of the Dead Sea.
4) Best of Jerusalem Walking Tour
Experience all Jerusalem has to offer with this great value one day Jerusalem walking tour. You’ll fully experience both the wonders of Jerusalem’s Old City and the modern-day bustling town, including the famous Machane Yehuda outdoor food market. This tour departs from Jerusalem and Tel Aviv three days a week, making it the perfect extension to your Israel itinerary.
5) Overnight in Jordan: Petra and Wadi Rum Tour
Did you know that Jordan is just a few hours away from Israel? Not many people realize how easy it is to see the wonders of Jordan during their Israel trip. This Petra & Wadi Rum 2 Day Tour from Tel Aviv
is the ultimate way to visit this incredible place and is the best seller of our 2-day Israel tours. Your Jordan plans can be combined with your Israel itinerary, exploring Petra, one of the 7 Wonders of the World, and the historic city of Aqaba. The beautiful Wadi Rum also awaits you with this immersive tour as well as overnight accommodations. This trip is available every day from Tel Aviv.
See Tour Details: Tel Aviv to Jordan
6) Petra Tour from Israel
If you don’t want to stay overnight in Jordan, you can tour the wonders of the lost city of Petra all in one day. You’ll have plenty of time to explore the incredible site, and be picked up and dropped off in Eilat - all in the same 24-hour window! This unforgettable, immersive adventure is the perfect way to efficiently combine two countries in one trip and is available daily.
See Tour Details: Eilat to Petra
7) Caesarea, Haifa, and Akko Day Tour
Not many tourists get the opportunity to see more of the Mediterranean coastal towns outside of Tel Aviv. This unique tour is here to change that. Traverse Israel’s coastline on our Caesarea, Haifa, and Akko Tour, where you’ll journey across three incredible historic cities north of Tel Aviv. This is an amazing tour option for those who are keen to see some of Israel’s hidden gems, available three times a week.
8) Day Tour of the Galilee
For those visiting the Holy Land to learn more about Christian history, our Galilee, Nazareth, River Jordan, and More Tour is a must. Journey through the lands of the New Testament and see famous sites such as Capernaum, Nazareth, and the River Jordan - all while taking in the rolling hills of the Galilee in the North of Israel. This tour is a great experience for any visitor, but especially for Christians. This tour is available every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. We especially recommend this as a great way to spend your Saturday in Israel, when many other attractions are closed.
9) Bethlehem, Jericho, and the Jordan River Day Tour
Another amazing tour option for those who want to see more Christian sites in the West Bank is our Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Tour. The fact that your Israel itinerary will have Jericho - the oldest city in the world - on your list already promises an unforgettable adventure. Seeing it among these other biblical landmarks is a day out in Israel that’s not to be missed!
10) Best of Tel Aviv-Jaffa Walking Tour
No visit to Israel is complete without experiencing the splendor of Israel’s cultural capital, Tel Aviv, and Jaffa, the ancient port city connected to the modern metropolis. Ascribed by many as ‘the city that never sleeps’, Tel Aviv is bustling 24/7 and a must-visit on your trip to Israel. The best way to get to know Tel Aviv is on our Best of Tel Aviv, Jaffa & Carmel Market Day Tour, which operates four days a week (or any day when booked as a Tel Aviv private tour).
We especially recommend this tour because it takes you through the culturally significant neighborhoods of southern Tel Aviv, culminating in a delicious food tour of Tel Aviv’s outdoor shuk, the Carmel Market. If you have limited time, you can book our Tel Aviv & Carmel Market Tasting Tour separately or one of our other half-day Israel tours.
So, Where Should You Go First?
For such a small country, you might be amazed by this list and the diversity of experiences Israel holds. Hopefully, now you will have clarity after wondering, “Should I take a tour package of Israel?” Your Israel itinerary can greatly benefit from articles like this beginner’s guide to Israel, to read more about the different facets of the land. Our ultimate Israel bucket list and how to visit Egypt from Israel are also phenomenal reads.
All of the Israel day tours mentioned here are suitable for solo travelers. They are available to book in advance, or, space permitting, once you’ve already arrived in Israel. These 10 Israel tours are the best of the best, so reserve your spot today. We’ll meet you there.
