Nazareth and Sea of Galilee day trip from Jerusalem

A 12-hour day covers the sites where Jesus taught, was baptized and performed miracles across northern Israel.

This day trip from Jerusalem visits the Holy Land sites of Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee, including the Basilica of the Annunciation, Church of St. Joseph, Church of the Multiplication and Yardenit baptism site on the Jordan River. A professional guide in your choice of English, Spanish, French or German leads the route. Hotel pickup and entrance fees are included. The tour runs 12 hours and suits travelers age 4 and up. Dress code requires knees and shoulders covered in places of worship.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Basilica of the Annunciation40m
2. Church of St. Joseph15m
3. Sea of Galileepassing by
4. Church of the Multiplication15m

Explore Nazareth and Sea of Galilee

• Visit the City of Nazareth
• Visit Church of Annunciation
• Visit St. Joseph Church
• Pass by Kfar Cana
• See Mount of Beatitudes
• Visit Capernaum, town of Jesus
• Visit Church of Multiplication
• Pass by Tiberias
• Visit Yardenit, Baptism site
• See Mt. Tabor Transfiguration site
• Travel along the shore of the Sea of Galilee

The experience

The day starts with a drive from Jerusalem across Israel's coastal plains to Nazareth, where the Basilica of the Annunciation and Church of St. Joseph mark the sites central to New Testament accounts. From there the route heads to the Sea of Galilee, passing Kfar Cana and the Mount of Beatitudes before reaching Capernaum, the town where Jesus taught. The Church of the Multiplication sits on the shore where the feeding of the five thousand is said to have taken place.

The afternoon takes you along the water's edge toward Tiberias, then to Yardenit on the Jordan River, where the baptism site opens from roughly 3:30 to 4:15 pm. The tour closes at Mount Tabor, where the Transfiguration occurred. A professional guide walks each stop and explains the biblical and historical context. The air-conditioned vehicle handles the driving between sites so you stay focused on what you're seeing rather than the route itself.

Comfortable walking shoes matter: the day involves moving through churches, archaeological sites and open grounds. A moderate dress code applies: shorts are not permitted, and both men and women must keep knees and shoulders covered inside places of worship. The company does not arrange baptisms with a priest, though if you want to be baptized at Yardenit, they can coordinate that in advance with the site.

What’s included

• Professional guide in your choice of English, Spanish, French or German.
• entrance fees to all sites.
• air-conditioned vehicle for the full route.
• hotel pickup and drop-off in Jerusalem.

Options for this experience

4 options

Trip in English06:00Day trip from Jerusalem to Nazareth, Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee, led by an English-speaking guide; pickup is included

Trip in FrenchAvailable from 5 Jan 2027Day trip from Jerusalem to Nazareth, Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee, led by a French-speaking guide; pickup is included

Trip in GermanAvailable from 7 Jan 2027Day trip from Jerusalem to Nazareth, Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee, led by a German-speaking guide; pickup is included

Trip in Spanish06:00Day trip from Jerusalem to Nazareth, Tiberias and the Sea of Galilee, led by a Spanish-speaking guide; pickup is included

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesMonday and SaturdayDeparts at 06:00

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AgesAdult (12 and older) · Child (4 to 11 years) · Under 4: can't be booked

GroupUp to 40 · max 9 per booking

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French and German

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 2 pickup points.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortPublic transport nearby

Operated by Bein Harim Ltd

Is this one for you?Book this if you're based in Jerusalem and want to visit both Nazareth and the Sea of Galilee in one trip: the route covers significant distance, so a guided day trip works better than piecing it together yourself.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

In English and Spanish, at 06:00. In French and German.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 11 years). Children under 4 can't be included in the booking.

What exactly is the Basilica of the Annunciation in Nazareth?

The Basilica of the Annunciation in Nazareth marks the site where, according to Christian tradition, the angel Gabriel announced to Mary that she would bear Jesus. The church is one of the largest in the Middle East and sits above the grotto believed to be where the event took place.

Can I be baptized in the Jordan River at Yardenit during this tour?

The tour does not include a baptism ceremony with a priest, but if you want to be baptized at Yardenit, the company will coordinate it with the site in advance. The estimated time at Yardenit is 3:30 to 4:15 pm.

What should I wear on this tour?

Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water. A moderate dress code is required: knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women when entering places of worship. Shorts are not permitted, and you risk refused entry if you do not comply.