Jericho, Jordan River, Mt. Temptation, and Dead Sea Tour from Tel Aviv

4.7
(17 reviews)

10 to 12 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: English

This tour takes you down below sea level to the Dead Sea region. Here you will see the dramatic desert landscape and visit Biblical, natural and historical sites. The tour takes you to Tel Jericho, the excavated original Jericho settlement; Elisha Spring that provided a vital water source to the people of Jericho and to the sycamore tree in Jericho which is mentioned in the Bible. You will visit a Mount Temptation and the baptismal site of Qaser el Yahud where you can be baptized in the Jordan River. Then enjoy time on one of the Dead Sea’s best beaches.

What's Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Entrance fees
Air-conditioned vehicle
Food and drinks
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Please note that our pickup/drop-off is available from a few central hotels only. Please select the hotel closest to your address from the drop-down menu on the tour page. If you are not sure which of the listed hotels is a good fit, please choose the option “I don’t see my pickup location” and insert enter your accommodation address. After the booking is approved by the local tour operator, a confirmation email from Bein Harim will be sent to you mentioning the final pickup point closest to your address. Please read the email with the attached booking confirmation carefully to make sure you are waiting for the pickup at the correct location. Please make sure to wait for the pickup at the hotel entrance.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 to 12 hours (approximately)
  • 1

    Travel through the Judean Desert

    1 hour 30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Jericho

    Visit the Biblical city of Jericho

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Zaccheus' Tree

    Stop at the Zaccheus' Tree in Jericho

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Ancient Jericho/ Tell es-Sultan

    Visit the archaeological site Tel Jericho

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Mount of Temptation Monastery

    Arrive to the top of Mount of Temptation

    30 minutes Admission ticket included
  • 6
    Qasr Al-Yahud Baptismal Site

    Visit Qasr al-Yahud Baptismal Site

    40 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7

    Visit the Jordan River

    1 hour Admission ticket free
  • 8
    Dead Sea Region

    Relax and float in the Dead Sea

    2 hours Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • The tour requires a minimum number of participants
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Recommended to bring hats, bathing suit, towels and sun protection
  • Our company does not participate in organizing a baptism with a priest in the Jordan River
Supplied by Bein Harim Ltd

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Tags

Day Trips
Full-day Tours
Bus Tours
Cultural Tours
Archaeology Tours
Religious Tours
Excellent Quality

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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4.7 Based on 17 17 reviews
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