Jerusalem is one of the most magical cities in the world, experience and explore it like you should; get to know the best places like a local with two of Israel’s largest tour companies: Abraham Tours and iBookIsrael. There is something for everyone, from the classic Holy City Tours to Bar Crawls.
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Abraham Tours caters for backpackers and independent travellers – and locals who want to explore Tel Aviv, Israel, The West Bank, Jordan and Petra! Meet fun people, with unique, fascinating, thought provoking tours, all at affordable prices.
iBookIsrael caters for executive travellers who are short of time and only want the best. Join group tours with Israel’s top guides, or charter your own – choose from over 300 tour guides, categorised by language, speciality, and rating.
Top Abraham Tours Jerusalem Tours
Jerusalem Holy City Tour – 120 NIS
Departs Jerusalem
Sunday to Thursday | Guided | English | 4 hours | 120 NIS/ $31
Few cities in the world have the cultural and historical richness that Jerusalem does, this 4 hour tour will guide you trough 5,000 years of war, peace, different religions and history, visiting holy sites to Jews, Muslims and Christians!
Jerusalem Shabbat Tour – 90 NIS
Departs Jerusalem
Fridays | English | Guided | 2.5 hours | 90 NIS/ $23
There is no better place to experience the millennium-old tradition of Shabbat than at the Wailing Wall in Jerusalem, a city that transforms itself every week. This 2.5-hour tour is the perfect opportunity to experience, enjoy and learn about Shabbat.
Mount of Olives Tour – 100 NIS
Departs Jerusalem
Monday to Saturday | Guided | English | 3.5 hours | 100 NIS/ $26
The Mount of Olives is a treasured place for Jews and Christians alike, there is no better way to discover it and explore than with a tour that will guide you through different religions and times in history. The Mount of Olives is one of the most beautiful panoramic views of the city.
Meet the Ultra-Orthodox Jews Tour – 130 NIS
Departs Jerusalem
Thursdays | Guided | English | 3.5 hours | 130 NIS/ $34
Take a glimpse into the life of Ultra-Orthodox Jews living in Jerusalem; learn about their culture and religious identity in a traditional neighbourhood that isn’t usually visited by tourists. Modest dress required.
Jerusalem Market Tasting Tour – 140 NIS
Departs Jerusalem
Mondays | Guided | English | 140 NIS / $36
No trip to Jerusalem would be complete without a trip to Mahne Yehuda Market, home to fruit and vegetable vendors, thriving specialty stores, clothing stands, bustling bars and restaurants, and spices and smells galore.
Jerusalem Bar Crawl – 50 NIS
Departs Jerusalem
Wednesdays | Guided | English | 50 NIS/ $15
Don’t miss Jerusalem’s amazing nightlife! This Pub Crawl will take you to various bars, pubs and clubs so you have a night with a little bit of everything. The tour includes VIP entrances and free shots. Age 18+ required.
Hummus Workshop and Dinner – 50 NIS
Departs Jerusalem
Sundays and Thursdays | Guided | English | 1 hour + dinner | 50 NIS/ $13
Because no one can leave Israel with a proper hummus experience, learn how to cook one of Israel’s must-eat dishes. Relax and chat with other guests while cooking a delicious authentic healthy meal.
Jerusalem Sunrise Biking Tour – 250 NIS
Departs Jerusalem
Mondays | Guided | English | 3 hours | 250 NIS/ $65
This unique 3-hour tour will make you wake up in the best way possible, bike through the beautiful views and Old City gates while you see the sun rising and the day beginning. The places you will see will include the Dome of the Rock and Temple Mount.
Jerusalem and the Dead Sea 3 Day Package – from 495 NIS
Departs Jerusalem
Every day | Self-Guided | 3 days (2 nights) | From 495 NIS/ $130
Walk along the streets of the Old City of Jerusalem; visit the Western Wall, the Via Dolorosa and other must-go places in Jerusalem before you travel to float in the salty water of the Dead Sea.
You can also book tours with Abraham Tours throughout Israel, the West Bank, and Jordan that depart from Jerusalem, including Masada, Ein Gedi, and Dead Sea Tour; Masada Sunrise, Ein Gedi, and Dead Sea Tour; Petra Tour from Jerusalem (2D/1N); Petra & Wadi Rum Tour from Jerusalem (3D/2N); Judean Desert Jeep Tour; Nablus and Jenin Tour; Coastal & Northern Israel 5 Day Package; Northern Israel Package (4D/3N); Dead Sea Chill Out Tour; Northern Israel & Jordan 5 Day Loop; Best of the West Bank Tour from Jerusalem; Hebron Dual Narrative Tour; West Bank Package (3D/2N); Best of Israel & Jordan 10 Day Package; and Bethlehem Tour.
Top iBookIsrael Executive Jerusalem Tours
Choose from thought provoking executive tours or book a private tour guide.
Jerusalem Old City Private Walking Tour – from $290/tour
Departs Jerusalem
Upon reservation | Guided | English | 4 hours | 1100 NIS/ $290
Walk through the streets of Jerusalem at your own pace, visit the Jewish, Muslim, Armenian and Christian quarters and experience the cultural richness each one has to offer – all with the direction of one of Jerusalem’s best tour guides!
Jerusalem Old and New
Departs Tel Aviv, Netanya, Herzliya, and Jerusalem
Every day | Guided | English | 9 hours | 270 – 340 NIS/ $71 – $89 (from Jerusalem and Tel Aviv)
This full day tour will take you to the highlights of both the Old and New city, you will visit the Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum, the Mount of Olives, walk around the streets of the Old City, visit the Western Wall, Via Dolorosa and Church of the Holy Sepulchre amongst many other things.
Israel Boutique Wine Tour
Departs Tel Aviv and Jerusalem
Sundays to Thursdays | Guided | English | 8 hours | $750 (up to 5 people)
Learn the fine art of wine making from biblical times to the modern ways (and how similar they are!), taste Israeli wine and find out why it has been awarded many times. The tour will take you to boutique wineries where you will see the vineyards and the whole process of wine making.
Food Tour of East Jerusalem
Departs Jerusalem
Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays | Guided | English | 2.5 hours | Starts at 320 NIS/ $85 per person
Walk around the East part of the city while you sample every food you find along the way. Get to know the real Israeli culture by its food. Eat and experience the local flavors and smells fresh from the market.
Segway Tour, Old City Walls
Departs Jerusalem
Sundays to Fridays | Guided | English | 1.5 hours | 200 NIS/ $53
The Old City Walls Segway tour will let you get to know the Old City like few others, you will cruise through various alleyways as well as Jerusalem City Hall, the Christian Quarter, two of the famous city gates and many more.
Segway Tour, Haas Promenade Jerusalem
Departs Jerusalem
Sundays to Fridays | Guided | English | 2 hours | 210 NIS/ $55
This Segway tour of Jerusalem’s Hass Promenade will take you to beautiful panoramic views of the Old City of Jerusalem, the Judean Desert, the Dead Sea, the Mount of Olives and Mount Scopus. You will cruise over 8 km with an experience tour guide stopping every few minutes to learn about the story of the place and take pictures.
Helicopter Flight over Jerusalem
Departs Herzliya
Every day | Guided | English | 1 hour | $1250 (up to 6 people)
Amaze yourself with spectacular views from Jerusalem, Latrun Monastery and Tel Aviv from a private helicopter. You will fly over the Old City of Jerusalem (a restricted no-fly area), East Jerusalem, Latrun Monastery (famous for its vineyards and silent order of monks) and “the city that never sleeps”, Tel Aviv. The flight leaves from and returns to Herzliya Airfield.
Jerusalem and Bethlehem
Departs Tel Aviv, Netanya, Herzliya, and Jerusalem
Every day | Guided | English | 11 hours | 395 – 440 NIS/ $104 – $116 (from Jerusalem – Tel Aviv)
Experience two wonderful cities in one day. Visit the most important places in the Old City of Jerusalem for Judaism, Christianity and Islam in the morning. Travel to Bethlehem in the afternoon to visit the place where Jesus was born, explore all the Churches and Chapels, see Shepherds Field and other places mentioned in the Scripture.
Jerusalem and the Dead Sea – from $131
Departs Tel Aviv, Netanya, Herzliya, and Jerusalem
One Day Tour from iBookIsrael: Every day | Guided | English | 10.5 hour | 395 – 500 NIS/ $104 – $131 (from Jerusalem – Tel Aviv)
Walk along the streets of the Old City of Jerusalem; visit the Western Wall, the Via Dolorosa and other must-go places in Jerusalem before you travel to float in the salty water of the Dead Sea.
The Night Spectacular, Tower of David Light Show – 55 NIS
Departs Jerusalem
Saturday to Thursday | Not guided | English | 40 min | 55NIS/ $15.50
The Tower of David light show is a spectacle you can’t miss. This show tells the story of 5,000 year-old walls of the Old City with vibrant music and projections. Great fun for the family, or to start off a romantic evening.
Kotel Tunnel Tour – 30 NIS
Departs Jerusalem
Sundays to Fridays | Guided | English | 1.5 hours | 30 NIS/ $8.50
The Western Wall Tunnel tour will take you underground of the Kotel to explore the history that the stones hide. See structures and models that will help you understand the exciting process of how Second Temple was built, and reach the closest point to the Holy of Holies!
This is part of our series of Best Tours in Israel Guides. Also check out our Guide to the Best Tours in Tel Aviv, Best Tours in Petra, Best Tours in the Dead Sea, Best Tours in the West Bank and Best Christian Tours.
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