Israel Package Tours
Jerusalem and Dead Sea Spa 2 Day Tour
- 2 days
- Pickup: Tel Aviv, Jerusalem
- 4.4/5 company rating on TourRadar
- Duration2 days
- Starts07:15 AM, hotel pickup
- GuideEnglish
- Group sizeUp to 45 travelers
- CancellationNon-refundable: this tour includes a pre-paid hotel night.
Overview
See the sights first, then slow right down: this Jerusalem and Dead Sea spa 2 day tour pairs a full guided day in Jerusalem with a lazy beach day at the Dead Sea. You explore the Old City, the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and Yad Vashem on day 1. On day 2 there is no fortress to climb and no packed schedule, just mineral mud, warm salty water and time to unwind.
Your first day begins on the Mount of Olives and moves through Zion Gate, the Armenian and Jewish Quarters, the Byzantine Cardo and the Western Wall. From there you walk the Via Dolorosa to the Holy Sepulchre, exit through the market and Jaffa Gate, take a short drive around the new city and end at Yad Vashem. On the second day you descend more than 400 meters below sea level to the Dead Sea. You cover yourself in black mud, float in the water, book a spa treatment if you like, and pass the Qumran caves on the way home.
The Jerusalem and Dead Sea spa 2 day tour is a good fit for couples, friends and travelers who want culture without wearing themselves out. It also suits anyone who has already seen Masada, or simply prefers a beach to a ruin. Doing Jerusalem and the Dead Sea in one day leaves little time for either. Splitting them gives you a proper look at the Old City and a long, relaxed soak, with a hotel bed in between.
We pick you up at your hotel in Tel Aviv at about 07:15 or in Jerusalem at about 08:30, and bring you back to your hotel at the end of day 2. You stay 1 night in a tourist class hotel with breakfast, named on your voucher. Pick a double, triple or single room. Your per-person price for the date, room type and pickup city appears in the booking form before you pay. The package is non-refundable because it includes a pre-paid hotel night, and spa treatments are optional and paid on the spot. Only have one day? Look at the Dead Sea relaxation tour or the Jerusalem and Dead Sea day tour, or explore underground on the City of David tour. Choose your date and book your Jerusalem and Dead Sea spa 2 day tour today.
Highlights
- Full guided day in Jerusalem's Old City and new city
- Classic view of Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives
- Western Wall, the Cardo and the Via Dolorosa
- Church of the Holy Sepulchre
- Visit to Yad Vashem, Israel's Holocaust memorial
- A relaxed beach day at the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth
- Natural black mud and an effortless float in the salty water
- Optional spa treatments, booked and paid on site
- Hotel pickup, 1 night hotel and breakfast included
Itinerary & route
Numbers match the itinerary below. Solid lines are walking legs, dashed lines are drives. Map is for orientation only.
- Day 1A Full Day in Jerusalem
- 1
07:15 AMHotel pickup in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem
Your guide meets you at your hotel in Tel Aviv at about 07:15, or in Jerusalem at about 08:30. Pickups can start 30 to 60 minutes earlier, and we confirm the exact time the day before. Pack a small overnight bag with beach things for tomorrow.
- 2
MorningMount of Olives and the Kidron Valley
The day opens with the best postcard view of Jerusalem, looking down from the Mount of Olives over its ancient Jewish graves. Your guide explains where Solomon's Temple and the Second Temple stood on the Temple Mount. Below you lie the Garden of Gethsemane, the Church of All Nations and the burial tombs of the Kidron Valley.
- 3
Late morningJewish Quarter and the Western Wall
Pass through Zion Gate into the Old City of Jerusalem and cross the Armenian Quarter. In the Jewish Quarter you walk the Byzantine Cardo, the city's main street 1,500 years ago. Then you reach the Western Wall, a focus of Jewish prayer ever since Roman troops destroyed the Second Temple in 70 CE.
- 4
MiddayWay of the Cross to the Holy Sepulchre
Walk the Via Dolorosa through the lanes of the Old City to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. The church holds the traditional sites of the crucifixion and burial of Jesus. It was damaged in the Persian and Muslim conquests and rebuilt by the Crusaders, who kept much of the older structure.
- 5
AfternoonNew Jerusalem and Yad Vashem
Exit the Old City through the market and Jaffa Gate for a quick look at the modern city. Finish at Yad Vashem, Israel's memorial to the 6 million Jews murdered in the Holocaust. Its exhibits also honor the Righteous Among the Nations. Please note that children under 10 are not admitted.
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EveningOvernight at your tourist class hotel
Your tourist class hotel for the night is listed on your booking voucher, so check in and drop your bags. Dinner is not included, so the evening is free to eat where you like or turn in early. Enjoy breakfast in the morning before your Dead Sea day.
- Day 2Dead Sea Relaxation Day
- 6
MorningInto the desert, past Jericho
After breakfast you head south and east from Jerusalem, past the Inn of the Good Samaritan. A short stop at the sea level marker shows how far you still have to drop. Look for Jericho in the distance, where Joshua's trumpets brought down the walls.
- 7
Late morningArrive at the Dead Sea beach
Reach the shore of the Dead Sea, the lowest point on land on Earth. People have come here for its healing reputation since ancient times, and Cleopatra is said to be among them. The air is dry and rich in minerals, and the view across the blue water to the Moab Mountains is wide and calm.
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MiddayMineral mud and a float
Scoop up the black Dead Sea mud and spread it over your skin, then let it dry in the sun. Rinse off in the sea, lie back and float, since the water is too salty to sink in. Minerals such as magnesium from this water end up in skin products around the world.
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AfternoonBeach time or an optional spa treatment
The afternoon is yours to relax on the beach, swim again or read in the shade. If you want extra pampering, you can book a spa treatment on site and pay for it locally. Your guide lets you know when it is time to rinse off and change.
- 10
Late afternoonPast the Qumran caves
On the way back you pass Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found in caves above the shore. The scrolls are about 2,000 years old and include the oldest known copies of books of the Hebrew Bible.
- 11
EveningDrop-off at your hotel in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem
Sit back and relax on the drive back to your hotel in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem. Drop-off is in the evening, with the exact time depending on traffic.
What's included
Included
- Hotel pickup and drop-off in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem
- Professional licensed English-speaking guide on both days
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- 1 night in a tourist class hotel
- Breakfast on day 2
- Visit to Yad Vashem
- Entrance fees to all sites on the itinerary
Not included
- Optional Dead Sea spa treatments, paid locally
- Lunches and dinners
- Drinks
- Tips for the guide and driver
- Personal expenses and travel insurance
Pickup & meeting point
- Tel AvivFrom $296 per adult
- JerusalemFrom $296 per adult
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: Drop-off at your hotel in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem
Know before you go
Pickup and Start Time
We collect you from your hotel at about 07:15 in Tel Aviv or about 08:30 in Jerusalem. Pickups may start 30 to 60 minutes earlier, and we confirm the exact time the day before. Drop-off is at your hotel in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem on the evening of day 2.
Accommodation
1 night in a tourist class hotel with breakfast. The hotel name and location are listed on your booking voucher.
Rooms and Prices
- Double room: 2 or more travelers sharing
- Triple room: 3 or more travelers sharing
- Single room: one traveler, or anyone who wants a room alone
Prices are per person and depend on the room type. Children pay the adult rate. The booking form shows the exact price for your date, room type and pickup city.
What to Bring
- Valid passport for both days
- Small overnight bag
- Swimsuit you do not mind getting muddy
- Towel and water shoes
- Sunscreen, hat and water
- Money for meals, tips and any spa treatment
Dress Code
On day 1, men and women must cover knees and shoulders at churches, the Western Wall and some museums. Shorts are not allowed there, and you may be refused entry. Beachwear is fine on day 2.
Physical Requirements
Day 1 is moderate, with several hours of walking on uneven stone streets and stairs. Day 2 is relaxed, with short walks on the beach. Take care entering the water, as the sea floor can be slippery.
Age and Children
Not suitable for children under 4. Children under 10 are not admitted to Yad Vashem, so please contact us before booking with younger children.
Language
A professional licensed English-speaking guide leads both days.
Cancellation Policy
Non-refundable, because the package includes a pre-paid hotel night. Date changes may be possible on request, subject to availability. Contact us as early as possible.
Cancellation policy
| When you cancel | Cancellation fee |
|---|---|
| Any time after booking, or no-show | 100% fee (no refund) |
This tour includes flights or accommodation that are booked for you as soon as you book, so it is non-refundable, including no-shows. Border and visa fees are also non-refundable once paid. We strongly recommend travel insurance that covers trip cancellation. If we cancel or materially change the tour, you can choose an alternative date, a credit or a full refund. Read the booking terms.
Frequently asked questions
What is included in the Jerusalem and Dead Sea spa 2 day tour?
The package includes hotel pickup and drop-off in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem, a licensed English-speaking guide on both days, an air-conditioned vehicle, 1 night in a tourist class hotel and breakfast. Spa treatments, lunches, dinner, drinks and tips are not included.
How are prices set for the different room types?
The price is per person and depends on the room type. Choose a double room for 2 or more travelers sharing, a triple room for 3 or more, or a single room if you are alone or want your own space. Children pay the same rate as adults, because there is one price for everyone. The booking form shows the exact price for your date, room type and pickup city.
Are spa treatments part of the package?
No. Floating in the sea and spreading the natural mud on your skin are part of the day, but massages and other spa treatments are optional. If you want one, book it on site and pay locally.
What time is pickup?
Pickup is at about 07:15 from hotels in Tel Aviv and about 08:30 from hotels in Jerusalem. Pickups can start 30 to 60 minutes earlier, and the exact time is confirmed the day before. You are dropped at your hotel in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem on the evening of day 2.
Where will I sleep, and which meals are included?
You stay 1 night in a tourist class hotel, with the name and location confirmed on your voucher. Breakfast on day 2 is included. Lunch on both days and dinner on the first night are at your own cost.
What is the cancellation policy?
The package is non-refundable because the hotel night is pre-paid. Contact us if your plans change, since a date change may be possible on request, subject to availability.
Which days does the tour depart?
The tour is set to run daily. Check the calendar on this page for open dates, and contact us if your date is not listed yet. Yad Vashem closes on Saturdays and Jewish holidays, so the guide adapts day 1 on those dates.
Do I need a passport, and what should I wear?
Carry your valid passport on both days, as the roads have checkpoints. Cover knees and shoulders at churches, the Western Wall and some museums, and avoid shorts on day 1. On day 2, wear a swimsuit you do not mind getting muddy.
How active is this tour, and is it good for children?
Day 1 is moderate, with several hours of walking on uneven stone streets and steps. Day 2 is very easy. The tour is not suitable for children under 4, and children under 10 are not admitted to Yad Vashem. Children pay the same per-person price as adults.
What should I bring for the Dead Sea?
Bring a swimsuit, a towel, water shoes or sandals, sunscreen, a hat and plenty of water. Do not shave the day before, keep the water away from your eyes, and pack an old swimsuit if you plan to use the mud. Add your passport and a small overnight bag.
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