Mount of Olives Tours and Activities

Visit ancient Jerusalem and the extraordinary Dead Sea on this action-packed day trip from Tel Aviv. Traveling by air-conditioned coach, venture to holy Jerusalem to see its most revered religious sites. Enter the Old City to view the Western Wall (Wailing Wall) and Via Dolorosa. Then, drive to the sparkling Dead Sea for free time to luxuriate in the salt-rich waters, sunbathe and take a therapeutic mud bath. Ideal for first-time visitors to Israel and anyone short on time.

Explore Israel’s stunning landscape and rich heritage on a private, full-day tour from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and the Dead Sea. Take in views of the ancient settlement from the Mount of Olives then enter Jerusalem’s Old City walls; slip a folded prayer into the Western Wall, walk Byzantine streets and visit the city’s Christian, Armenian, Muslim and Jewish quarters. Navigate the rugged Judean Desert to the salt-encrusted shores of the Dead Sea, take a bath in mineral-rich mud then float on top of the world’s deepest hypersaline lake. 

Explore Old Jerusalem and visit the powerful Holocaust Museum in New Jerusalem on this day trip from Tel Aviv. With a knowledgeable guide, witness the most resonant Jewish and Christian sites of the Old City, including the Mount of Olives, Western Wall (Wailing Wall), Via Dolorosa and Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Then, drive to modern Jerusalem to the Holocaust Museum. Head inside to chart the moving personal stories of the victims of World War II’s Holocaust through the artifacts, survivor testimonies and deeply poignant Hall of Names memorial.

Depart Tel Aviv on a 4-day tour to Jerusalem, Jericho, Bethlehem and Nazareth, and visit Israel’s sacred Christian and Jewish sites. Walk Jerusalem’s old city to the Western Wall, Temple Mount and Dome of the Rock; take in views from the summit of the Mount of Olives then see the Pools of Bethesda and the Via Dolorosa. Go deep into the Judean Desert to explore iconic churches in Bethlehem and Nazareth, glimpse ruined synagogues in the ancient seaside city of Capernaum and visit a baptism site in the Jordan River.

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.

Explore the religious highlights of Jerusalem and Bethlehem on a full-day, small-group tour from Jerusalem. Take in views of the ancient city from the Mount of Olives, then visit King David’s tomb and the site of the Last Supper atop Mount Zion. See the folded prayers at the Wailing Wall, and follow Jesus' path down the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Leave the city for Bethlehem’s holy sites, then visit an ancient shepherds’ field, the manger square, and the 4th-century Church of the Nativity.

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.

Discover Jerusalem’s most iconic sites on a small-group tour from Tel Aviv that includes the city’s Roman, Jewish, and Christian landmarks. Follow a historic trail from the slopes of Mount Zion to the ancient quarters of the Old City, and learn about the remarkable heritage of this holy, ancient city. Get a personal overview and orientation from an experienced guide and finish the day in Jerusalem, free to keep exploring on your own.

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.

Combine ancient history with a desert landscape on a tour from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and the Dead Sea. Visiting Mount Zion, the Old City, Western Wall, and Via Dolorosa, you’ll cover key Jerusalem highlights with a climate-controlled coach to whisk you between sites. Since a morning of sightseeing means plenty of time on your feet, finishing the day at the Dead Sea is a spectacular way to recharge.

Delve into the storied past of Old Jerusalem on this full-day trip from Tel Aviv. Travel to the captivating city and witness the sites held most sacred by the Jewish and Christian religions as your guide explains their secrets and symbolism. Absorb the views from the Mount of Olives, see the Garden of Gethsemane, Hall of the Last Supper and Tomb of King David, and explore the Old City to view the Western Wall (Wailing Wall), step out on the Via Dolorosa and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

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.

Get up close to the ancient and religious treasures of Old Jerusalem on this half-day tour from Tel Aviv. With a professional guide, ride an air-conditioned coach to the walled ancient city, held sacred in the Jewish, Christian, and Muslim faiths since biblical times. Admire the city views from the Mount of Olives, see the Garden of Gethsemane, and explore the winding alleyways of the Armenian, Christian, and Jewish Quarters to view the Western Wall (Wailing Wall), Via Dolorosa and other sites, all as your guide unravels the city’s incredible past.

Visit Israel’s iconic Christian and Jewish sites on this comprehensive 4-day tour of the Holy Lands. With an informative guide, gain valuable insight into the most notable places in Jerusalem, Jericho, Bethlehem, Nazareth and Lower Galilee. Experience firsthand some of the most sacred spots in the world, like the sites of Jesus’ birth, baptism and crucifixion; the Western (Wailing) Wall, the holiest of Jewish sites; Temple Mount and the Dome of the Rock; and so much more. Three nights of accommodations, transportation and some meals are included on this tour.

Enjoy the highlights of Israel in Jerusalem and the Dead Sea on this full-day guided adventure. From atop the Mount of Olives, look down on the city, with a view of the Dome of the Rock. Visit Holy Land sites like the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, located where Jesus was crucified and more. Then at the Dead Sea, float or swim in the ultra-salty lake water for an unforgettable experience. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

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.

Disembark at Ashdod for a full-day shore excursion to Jerusalem and the Dead Sea, and experience Israel’s historic sites, religious landmarks and extraordinary landscape. Walk in Jesus’ footsteps at Gethsemane and say a prayer at the Western Wall; explore a bustling Arab bazaar then leave the city walls for the surreal shoreline of the Dead Sea. Walk salt-encrusted beaches, roll in mineral-rich, therapeutic mud and bob around in hyper-saline water before returning to your ship in Ashdod Port.

Immerse yourself in the spiritual sights and stories of Jerusalem on a full-day trip from Tel Aviv. Travel with an expert driver-guide to Israel’s capital, one of the world’s oldest and holiest cities. Experience the sweeping Old City views from the Mount of Olives; visit the Last Supper Room and King David’s Tomb; absorb the atmosphere in the different quarters and markets, and view the Western Wall (Wailing Wall), Via Dolorosa and Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Finish with a visit to the poignant Yad Vashem memorial to Holocaust victims.

For Christians, Jews, and Muslims alike, Jerusalem is the spiritual center of the world. Take this all-day guided 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; Temple Mount, one of the most important religious sites in the Old City of Jerusalem; the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, located where Jesus was crucified and buried; and many more. Hotel pickup and drop-off included.

Explore the Christian sites of Jerusalem and Bethlehem on a full-day, private tour that follows Jesus’ life from birth to crucifixion, soaking up plenty of ancient history along the way. Flat-rate pricing for up to six people make this a convenient, money-saving option for groups, and you’ll have the flexibility to experience each destination at your own pace, whether you’re walking the Via Dolorosa or browsing colorful markets.

Visit Jerusalem on a full-day tour from Tel Aviv and follow the footsteps of Jesus to the city’s most iconic Christian sites. Take in sweeping views from the Mount of Olives, then descend to a Roman Catholic church beside the Garden of Gethsemane. Enter the gates of the old city to see the Pool of Bethesda, a Crusader church and the Convent of the Sisters of Zion, the starting point of the Via Dolorosa, Jesus’ path through ancient Jerusalem.

Journey east from Tel Aviv to Old Jerusalem on a privately guided day trip to the main Christian sights in and around the ancient city. As your private guide shows you around by foot and air-conditioned vehicle, learn the biblical importance and stories of such hallowed sites as the Via Dolorosa and Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Finish your tour at some of the holiest places outside the walled city, including the Garden of Gethsemane and Last Supper Room. Price is per group, with a maximum of four people.

Retrace the footsteps of Jesus on this full-day guided tour of Jerusalem—an unforgettable experience for Christians and biblical history buffs. Visit the Church of the Ascension and the Church of All Nations with an overview of the Old City from the Mount of Olives. Then enter through the Lion’s Gate and see the Pools of Bethesda and the Church of St. Anne. Hear biblical stories during this popular walking tour.

When arriving in Israel at the Port of Ashdod, visit the holy sites in Jerusalem and Bethlehem on this guided, full-day shore excursion. Discover the history of the different religions of this region and witness the mix of cultures. See the Dome of the Rock, an iconic Jerusalem landmark; the Church of the Nativity, where Jesus was born; the famous Western Wall, the holiest of Jewish sites; and many more. Port of Ashdod pickup and drop-off included.