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

4.7 (17 reviews) 10–12 hours Free cancellation

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Jericho, Jordan River, Mt. Temptation, and Dead Sea Tour from Tel Aviv — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 10–12 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 40 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Bein Harim Ltd

Ages: Children (4–12 years) · Adults (13–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Professional guide
Included: Entrance fees
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Stop 1

1 h 30 min

Travel through the Judean Desert
Jericho

one hour

Visit the Biblical city of Jericho
Zaccheus' Tree

20 min

Stop at the Zaccheus' Tree in Jericho
Stop 4

one hour

Visit the archaeological site Tel Jericho
Mount of Temptation Monastery

30 min Admission included

Arrive to the top of Mount of Temptation
The Baptismal Site on the Jordan River - Kasr El Yahud

40 min

Visit Qasr al-Yahud Baptismal Site
Stop 7

one hour

Visit the Jordan River
Dead Sea Region

2 hours

Relax and float in the Dead Sea

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Grand Beach Hotel
Shalom Hotel & Relax - an Atlas Boutique Hotel
Dan Panorama Tel Aviv
Brown Seaside by Brown Hotels
Royal Beach Tel Aviv By Isrotel Exclusive
Hilton Tel Aviv
Dan Tel Aviv Hotel
Sharon Hotel
Orchid Tel Aviv
Alma Hotel & Lounge

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.

Using your ticket

A valid passport is essential; remember to carry it (or a photocopy) at all times

Minimal booking applies. There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there is not enough passengers to meet requirements. In that case, you will be offered an alternative or full refund

A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

Please note this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 4

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

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
Please note this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 4