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Christian Gems Around the Sea of Galilee from Jerusalem

About this experience

Take a day trip to the Galilee and visit significant New Testament sites on the shores of the Sea of Galilee and in the Lower Galilee. The tour includes seeing the Bible era fishing village and Second Temple era synagogue at Magdala as well as Ginosar where the 1st century “Jesus Boat” is on display. At the Mount of Beatitudes you can see where the Sermon on the Mount took place and at Cana see the Wedding Church were Jesus performed the miracle of turning water into wine.

At a glance

  • Duration: 12 hr

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Tour in English
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour12 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesEnglish (live guide)

Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Recommended to bring comfortable walking shoes, water, hat and sun protection

What is included

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Professional guide
  • Entrance fees
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Itinerary and highlights

Travel to the Sea of Galilee

Visit Magdala

Visit Ginosar

See the ancient fisherman boat from Jesus's time

Visit the Franciscan church on Mt. of Beatitudes

Visit Kfar Cana

Visit the Franciscan Wedding Church in Cana

Meeting and pickup information

  • 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.

Languages and tickets

  • English — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Bein Harim Ltd

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Modest dress is obligatory to visit the holy sites; covered knees and shoulders
  • Recommended to bring comfortable walking shoes, water, hat and sun protection
  • Please note this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 4

Cancellation policy

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

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 12 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
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.
Which guide languages are listed?
English (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 5–12; Adult tickets: age 13+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Occasional context for the basin’s distinct places and landscapes.