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Private Tours in Israel

Private Jerusalem and Dead Sea Tour

Full day
Pickup: Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, Herzliya, Netanya
4.4/5 company rating on TourRadar

DurationFull day
Starts08:30 AM, hotel pickup
GuideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Russian
Group sizeUp to 16 travelers
CancellationFree cancellation up to 48 hours before the start time.

Overview

Spend the morning in the world's most sacred city and the afternoon floating at the lowest point on Earth. This private jerusalem and dead sea tour gives your group its own licensed guide and private air-conditioned car, with hotel pickup and a pace that is entirely yours.

Your private Jerusalem and Dead Sea tour begins with the view from the Mount of Olives, then walks into the Old City past the Garden of Gethsemane and the Kidron Valley tombs. See the Byzantine Cardo and the Western Wall, follow the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and browse the markets. After lunch, drive down through the Judean Desert, past the oasis city of Jericho, to the shore of the Dead Sea.

At the beach you float effortlessly in mineral-rich water and can coat yourself in black Dead Sea mud before rinsing off in the showers. Because this is a private Jerusalem and Dead Sea tour, you choose how long to stay in each place, whether that means more time in the Old City or a longer swim.

Allow about 10 hours door to door. Bring swimwear, a towel and your passport. English is standard, other languages on request. Prefer a group day? Book the Jerusalem and Dead Sea tour. Want Masada too? See the private Masada and Dead Sea tour or the Dead Sea relaxation tour.

Highlights

Your own licensed guide and private air-conditioned car
Hotel pickup in Tel Aviv, Herzliya or Jerusalem with a flexible start
Old City panorama from the Mount of Olives
The Western Wall, the Cardo and the Old City markets
Via Dolorosa and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Scenic drive through the Judean Desert past Jericho
Float in the Dead Sea at the lowest point on Earth
Time for a natural Dead Sea mud treatment

Itinerary & route

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Numbers match the itinerary below. Solid lines are walking legs, dashed lines are drives. Map is for orientation only.

1

08:30 AMPrivate pickup
Your guide and driver collect you from your hotel or private address in the Tel Aviv area, or in Herzliya or Jerusalem. Pack your swimwear in a day bag, and the car keeps it safe while you explore.
2

09:30 AMMount of Olives panorama
Start with the view over the Dome of the Rock and the rooftops, steeples and minarets of the city from the Mount of Olives. On the way down you pass the Garden of Gethsemane and the ancient tombs of the Kidron Valley.
3

10:15 AMArmenian Quarter and the Cardo
Enter the UNESCO-listed Old City and walk through the Armenian Quarter to the restored Byzantine Cardo, once the city's busiest street.
4

10:45 AMThe Western Wall
Visit the Western Wall, the holiest site in Judaism, and watch daily prayer life on the plaza run by the Western Wall Heritage Foundation.
5

11:30 AMVia Dolorosa and the Holy Sepulchre
Follow the Stations of the Cross along the Via Dolorosa to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the holiest Christian site in the Old City. For a deeper church-focused day, see the Christian Jerusalem tour.
6

12:30 PMOld City markets and lunch
Walk through the Christian and Muslim Quarter bazaars and stop for lunch where your guide recommends, before heading east to the desert.
7

01:45 PMDrive through the Judean Desert
Descend more than 1,200 meters from Jerusalem to the Jordan Valley. You pass the Sea Level marker and views toward Jericho, one of the oldest cities in the world.
8

02:30 PMFloat in the Dead Sea
Relax on a Dead Sea beach with showers and changing facilities. Float in the salty water of the Dead Sea, try the mineral mud and enjoy the desert light. Your guide recommends how long to stay in the water for comfort.
9

04:30 PMReturn to your hotel
Head back to Jerusalem or the Tel Aviv area for door-to-door drop-off, usually between 17:30 and 18:30. Many guests add Masada on another day with our Masada Dead Sea tour.

What's included

Included

Private hotel pickup and drop-off in Tel Aviv, Herzliya or Jerusalem
Private air-conditioned vehicle for your group only
Private licensed English-speaking guide
Guided walk through the Old City of Jerusalem
Flexible start time and route

Not included

Dead Sea beach entrance fee and towel rental
Lunch and drinks
Tips for the guide and driver
Personal expenses and travel insurance

Pickup & meeting point

Tel AvivNo pickup fee
JerusalemNo pickup fee
HerzliyaNo pickup fee
NetanyaNo pickup fee

You choose your pickup city when you book. We confirm the exact pickup time and place by email or WhatsApp the day before the tour.

Tour ends with: Return to your hotel

Know before you go

Pickup and Start Time

Pickup is from your hotel or private address in the Tel Aviv area at around 08:30. Pickup from Herzliya or Jerusalem can also be arranged. Because the tour is private, you can ask for an earlier or later start when you book, and we confirm the exact pickup time the day before.

What to Bring

Comfortable closed walking shoes
Hat, sunscreen and a refillable water bottle
Camera or phone with a charged battery
Valid passport
Swimwear, towel, flip-flops and sunscreen

Dress Code

Shoulders and knees must be covered at churches and at the Western Wall. Shorts and sleeveless tops are not allowed inside holy sites. A light scarf or shawl is handy. Swimwear is for the beach only.

Physical Requirements

Expect 2 to 3 hours of walking on stone streets and steps in Jerusalem. Floating in the Dead Sea is easy, but guests with heart conditions, high blood pressure or open cuts should check with a doctor first.

Age and Children

All ages are welcome. Children must be supervised closely in the Dead Sea and should keep the water away from their eyes. Child seats are available on request.

Language

The tour is guided in English. Spanish, French, German and Russian guides are available on request for a supplement. Please ask before booking.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start time. Cancelling between 48 and 24 hours before the tour carries a 25% fee. Cancelling within 24 hours of the start time, or not showing up, carries a 100% fee.

Cancellation policy

When you cancel	Cancellation fee
48+ hours before the start time	Free cancellation
24 to 47 hours before	25% fee
Less than 24 hours before, or no-show	100% fee (no refund)

Need to change your date instead? Message us before the tour and we will do our best to move your booking. If we cancel or materially change a tour, you can choose an alternative date, a credit or a refund. Read the booking terms.

Frequently asked questions

How is the price of the private Jerusalem and Dead Sea tour calculated?

This is a private tour, so you pay one total price for your whole group, not a price per seat. The price steps up with group size because a bigger group needs a bigger vehicle: 1 to 3 guests, 4 to 6 guests, 7 to 13 guests and 14 to 16 guests each have their own group price. Choose your number of guests in the booking form and it shows the exact total for your group before you pay. The maximum group size is 16 guests. For larger groups, message us and we will build a custom quote.

What should I bring for the Dead Sea?

Bring swimwear, a towel, flip-flops and sunscreen, and water shoes if you have them. Do not shave on the day, and keep the water away from your eyes. The Dead Sea is about ten times saltier than the ocean, so you float without effort.

How long do we spend at each place?

A typical plan is about 4 hours in Jerusalem and 2 hours at the Dead Sea, with about 10 hours in total. Because the tour is private, you can shift the balance, for example a shorter walk in the Old City and a longer swim.

What should I wear in Jerusalem?

Cover shoulders and knees for the churches and the Western Wall, and wear comfortable closed shoes. You can change into swimwear at the beach. The Western Wall Heritage Foundation lists its dress guidelines.

Is the tour suitable for children?

Yes. Kids usually love floating, but they must not splash or swallow the water and need close supervision. Your guide sets a family-friendly pace. Child seats are available on request. For a relaxed beach-only day, see the Dead Sea relaxation tour.

Do I need my passport?

Yes, please carry your passport. The road to the Dead Sea passes through checkpoints where ID can be requested. For current advice see the official Israel tourism site.

Which languages can the guide speak?

English is included as standard. A private guide in Spanish, French, German or Russian can usually be arranged on request for a supplement. Please message us before booking so we can confirm a guide for your date. Guides are licensed by the Israel Ministry of Tourism.

Is lunch included?

Lunch is not included. Eat in the Old City or at the beach restaurant, whichever suits your group. Your guide will suggest good options. For a Jerusalem-only day, see the private Jerusalem tour.

Can we visit Masada instead of the Old City?

Yes, the route can be customized. For a dedicated desert day, see the private Masada and Dead Sea tour or our Jericho, Jordan River and Dead Sea tour.

What is the cancellation policy?

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