A country so embedded in the collective conscience that its place names are instantly familiar, Israel’s key sights lie at the core of Jewish, Christian and Islamic beliefs. Add in scenic deserts, sandy beaches, world-class museums and food that fuses centuries of international influence, and you have an enthralling destination. Our specialists know the country from the back lanes of Jerusalem to Tel Aviv’s Bauhaus architecture and the vast open vistas of the Negev Desert, and will build an Israel vacation that revolves around your interests.
We can suggest ways to beat the crowds at top attractions, uncover hidden charms and introduce you to local life. Whether you’re looking to take in key biblical sights, tour food markets and vineyards, relax in the desert, or want to dine in a family home, we’ll introduce you to the history and culture of this fascinating but complex country.
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Suggested Israel tour
This sample tour will give you an idea of what is possible when you travel in Israel, and showcases routes we know work particularly well. Treat this as inspiration, because your tour will be created uniquely by one of our specialists.
Suggested activities for Israel
Whatever your interests, our specialists will build activities into your trip that connect to how you want to experience Israel.
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Desert 4x4 and rappelling experience ![Off-roading in Makhtesh Ramon]()
Desert 4x4 and rappelling experience
Negev DesertDesert 4x4 and rappelling experience
Explore the dramatic Negev Desert landscape, enjoy striking views, and learn about the unusual geological process that led to the formation of the Makhtesh Ramon on a guided 4x4 tour, before rappelling down a sheer cliff into the crater below.
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Ein Gedi and Masada ![Ein Gedi nature reserve]()
Ein Gedi and Masada
JerusalemEin Gedi and Masada
Towering above the Judean Desert and accessed by cable car, the Masada fortress offers panoramic views, Roman engineering and a poignant history. Nearby, the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve offers a complete contrast, with hiking trails that lead to spring-fed waterfalls and swimming holes.
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Bethlehem, Yad Vashem and Mahane Yehuda Market ![Dried fruits at the Mahane Yehuda market]()
Bethlehem, Yad Vashem and Mahane Yehuda Market
BethlehemBethlehem, Yad Vashem and Mahane Yehuda Market
Take a full-day tour and let a private guide take the stress out of travel as you explore the birthplace of Jesus in Bethlehem, the poignant displays and memorials of Yad Vashem, and the bustling lanes of the Mahane Yehuda market.
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Why travel with Audley?
- 100% tailor-made tours
- Fully protected travel
- Established for over 25 years
- 98% of our clients would recommend us
Best time to visit
Our specialists advise on the best months to visit Israel, including information about climate, events and festivals.
Travel advice
Practical tips for traveling to Israel, from social protocols to guidance on money matters, with a link to the latest US State Department travel advice.
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Israel in pictures
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![The Dead Sea, Israel]()
Float in the Dead Sea -
![Jaffa, Tel Aviv]()
A street in Jaffa, Tel Aviv -
![Pomegranate tree, Israel]()
Taste delicious pomegranates ripe from the tree -
![Old City of Acre, Israel]()
Explore the Old City of Acre -
![Ein Gedi, Israel]()
Hike through Ein Gedi Nature Reserve -
![Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Israel]()
Visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem -
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Take an Old City walking tour of Jerusalem -
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Soak up the atmosphere of the Western Wall
