Sea of Galilee Christian Sites Tour: 5 New Testament Stops

Five New Testament sites in one day without arranging your own transport from Jerusalem

A twelve-hour guided day trip from Jerusalem to the Sea of Galilee visits five significant Christian sites: the Bible era fishing village and Second Temple synagogue at Magdala, the 1st century Jesus Boat on display at Ginosar, the Mount of Beatitudes where the Sermon on the Mount took place, and the Wedding Church in Cana. Hotel pickup and drop-off, entrance fees, an air-conditioned vehicle and a live English-speaking guide are included.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Christian sites around Galilee

• Travel to the Sea of Galilee
• Visit Magdala
• Visit Ginosar
• See ancient fisherman boat
• Visit Mt. of Beatitudes church
• Visit Kfar Cana
• Visit Wedding Church in Cana

The experience

The tour departs from your Jerusalem hotel and travels north to the Sea of Galilee, stopping first at Magdala to walk through the remains of a Bible era fishing village and see the Second Temple era synagogue. From there you move to Ginosar, where the 1st century boat (a wooden fishing vessel from Jesus's time) sits in a climate-controlled museum. The route then climbs to the Mount of Beatitudes, the traditional site of the Sermon on the Mount, before ending at Kfar Cana and the Franciscan Wedding Church, where Jesus is said to have performed the miracle of turning water into wine.

An English-speaking guide leads the group through each site, providing context for the New Testament connections and the archaeological significance of what you're seeing. The vehicle is air-conditioned, and the itinerary is paced to give you time at each stop without rushing. Entrance fees to all sites are covered, so there are no surprises at the gates. Modest dress is required (covered knees and shoulders), and comfortable walking shoes matter, as you'll be on your feet at several locations. Bring water, a hat and sun protection. The Galilee region can be hot, especially in summer.

The full day means you see multiple significant sites without the logistics of renting a car or navigating public transport between them. Hotel pickup and return are included, so the day starts and ends at your accommodation in Jerusalem.

What’s included

• Hotel pickup and drop-off in Jerusalem.
• professional English-speaking guide.
• entrance fees to Magdala, Ginosar, Mount of Beatitudes and the Wedding Church in Cana.
• air-conditioned vehicle for the full day.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 7 Jan 2027

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AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (5 to 12 years) · Under 5: can't be booked

GroupUp to 40

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 9 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.

Prices and times updated 5 days ago

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 without a car and want to cover five Galilee sites in one day rather than splitting them across multiple trips.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 12 years). Children under 5 can't be included in the booking.

How long is the drive from Jerusalem to the Sea of Galilee?

The tour is twelve hours total, which includes the drive north to Galilee, time at each of the five sites, and the return to Jerusalem. The drive itself takes roughly two hours each way.

What is the Jesus Boat at Ginosar?

The Jesus Boat is a 1st century wooden fishing vessel discovered in the Sea of Galilee and now displayed in a museum at Ginosar. It is the kind of boat that would have been used by fishermen during Jesus's time and is one of the oldest boats ever found in the region.

What does the Mount of Beatitudes look like, and what happens there?

The Mount of Beatitudes is a hillside on the northern shore of the Sea of Galilee where a Franciscan church now stands. This is the traditional site where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount, and from the church grounds you can see across the water and the surrounding landscape where that teaching took place.

Do I need to dress a certain way to visit these sites?

Yes, modest dress is required at all the holy sites on this tour. You must cover your knees and shoulders. Comfortable walking shoes are strongly recommended because you'll be walking at several locations, and the terrain can be uneven.

What is included in the price, and what should I bring money for?

Hotel pickup and drop-off, all entrance fees to the sites, the air-conditioned vehicle, and the English-speaking guide are all included. Food, drinks and gratuities are not included, so bring money for meals and refreshments during the day.