From Jerusalem: Jordan River, Nazareth & Sea of Galilee Tour

Explore the New Testament sites of Nazareth, Capernaum, and the Sea of Galilee on a full-day guided tour from Jerusalem. Visit the Church of the Multiplication of the Loaves and more.

About this activity

Duration 1 day

Live tour guide English, Spanish, French, Romanian

Pickup included - available from all major hotels in Jerusalem.

Highlights

Explore the holy sites of the Galilee area
Discover the region through its Christian heritage
Visit the Church of Annunciation and Church of Multiplication
Discover the lush countryside of Israel’s northern region

Full description

Discover religious sights from the New Testament on this guided day trip from Jerusalem. Travel by air-conditioned coach to sights like the Church of the Annunciation, the Church of St Joseph, the village of Kfer Kana, and the Yardenit baptism.
Depart from your hotel in central Jerusalem and travel to Nazareth by air-conditioned bus. Listen to stories about the city, known as the birthplace of Mary and the childhood home of Jesus, and learn about its importance in Christianity. Upon arrival, visit some of Nazareth’s key religious sites. Discover the Church of the Annunciation, where the Angel Gabriel visited the Virgin Mary. See the Church of St Joseph, believed to stand on the site of Joseph’s carpentry workshop.
Continue through the village of Kfar Cana, the site where Jesus performed the miracle of turning water into wine, and arrive at the Sea of Galilee. Pass the Church of the Multiplication and explore Capernaum, before continuing to the ruined synagogue where Jesus taught.
See the modern church built over St Peter’s house, and pass-through Tiberias to arrive at the Yardenit baptism site on the Jordan River. On the return journey, enjoy beautiful views of Mount Tabor, before your tour ends back at your hotel.

Includes

• Full-day tour
• Guide
• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Transportation by air-conditioned vehicle
• All entrance fees
• Food and drinks
• Insurance

What to bring

• Comfortable shoes
• Sunglasses
• Sun hat
• Water

Know before you go
Modest dress is required to visit the holy sites
Please wear good walking shoes, hat, and bring water
At 6:00 AM, transfer from Jerusalem to join the tour in Tel Aviv