Jerusalem Old City & Machane Yehuda – Flexible Day Tour by Train

Day Tour

Day Tours | Flexible Guided Day Tour | Jerusalem

PRICE
PREIS

From $119 p. p.

ab €119 p. p.

Highlights

  • Travel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem by fast train
  • Guided walking tour of the Old City
  • Western Wall and Church of the Holy Sepulchre
  • Sample local sweets at Machane Yehuda Market
  • Choose your own departure and return train times
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Jerusalem by Train - The Smartest Way to Visit the Holy City

Discover Jerusalem with the perfect combination of guidance and independence. Travel comfortably by train from Tel Aviv, join a 3.5-hour guided group tour through Jerusalem’s Old City and explore Machane Yehuda Market with an included tasting card. After the guided tour, decide for yourself how to spend the rest of the day—and when you would like to return to Tel Aviv.

Tel Aviv → Jerusalem → Tel Aviv

Travel by train from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem in just 40 minutes and discover the Holy City.

Discover Jerusalem
Arrive at the modern Yitzhak Navon Station and continue toward the Old City to begin exploring the unique atmosphere of the Holy City.

Explore the Old City
Join a guided group tour through Jerusalem’s Old City and visit iconic sites such as the Western Wall and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

Machane Yehuda Market Experience
After the guided tour, explore Jerusalem’s vibrant Machane Yehuda Market and enjoy a sweet local treat while experiencing the lively atmosphere of the market.

Itinerary

Train from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem

Your day begins at one of the Tel Aviv train stations, where you board the train and enjoy your direct connection to Jerusalem in 40 minutes. From there, you will take the Jerusalem Light Rail towards the Old City.

10:30-14:00 Guided Old City Tour

Join a 3.5-hour guided group tour through Jerusalem's Old City, including key historical, cultural and religious landmarks. Visit some of Jerusalem’s most sacred sites for Jews, Muslims and Christians, including the Western Wall, the Temple Mount, the Dome of the Rock, Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre.

We recommend bringing water and some snacks, as the tour does not stop for a lunch break.

Explore Jerusalem your way - Machane Yehuda Market

Continue to Machane Yehuda Market and use the included Tasting Card to sample selected local sweets and specialties.

Optional Jerusalem experiences

You can enhance your visit with the following optional Jerusalem experiences. Participation is completely flexible, and as an IsraelRail traveller, you will receive an exclusive coupon offering 50% off.

  • Time Elevator Jerusalem
  • Tower of David Night Experience
Take the train back to Tel Aviv

After a full day exploring the history and culture of Jerusalem, return to Tel Aviv by train whenever you're ready.

Travel time: 40 minutes

What's Included

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Travel Pass

  • Fully charged Transportation Rav Kav Card for the day
Tour Guide

Tour Guide

  • 3.5-hour guided group tour of Jerusalem’s Old City
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Tasting Card

  • Sample local sweets at Machane Yehuda Market  
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Attractions

Optional:

50% discount: Night Show Tower of David Museum

50% discount: Time Elevator Jerusalem

Not Included

Ticket

Meals

  • Lunch / Dinner 

Cancellation Policy

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Any cancellation prior to 48 hours of travel date will incur a fee of $10 USD for the refund procedure. Upon notice 48 hours advance of departure – the trip is non-refundable!

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Meeting Point

Take the train from any Tel Aviv station to Jerusalem–Yitzhak Navon Station, then continue by light rail to City Hall Station. From there, walk along the Old City walls to the meeting point at Jaffa Gate, where you will meet your guide and begin the tour.

Tour type: Flexible Guided Day Tour
Starting point: Tel Aviv / Herzliya Train Station
Recommended days: Sunday – Thursday
Languages: English 
Includes: Guided Old City group tour, train tickets, local transportation, market tasting.
Suitable for: Travelers interested in history, religion, culture, and the unique atmosphere of Jerusalem.

 

Visiting the holy sites

The dress code when visiting the holy sites in Jerusalem is full-length pants or a skirt that covers the ankles and sleeves covering your shoulders. The following items are prohibited on the Temple Mount: Religious objects or political items of any kind, weapons, alcohol, iPads/tablets/eReaders, laptops, selfie-sticks, and tripods.

 

Other places to visit:

IsraelRail guests receive a 50% discount, subject to availability and scheduled opening times.

Time Elevator Jerusalem
Experience Jerusalem’s fascinating history through an immersive multimedia journey combining film, motion, sound and special effects.

Tower of David Night Show
End your Jerusalem day with an impressive audiovisual experience projected onto the walls of the ancient citadel.

Why Book With Us?

Our guests recommend us to their friends
Online support while you travel
Experienced and trusted Tour Operator
Stress-free travel – logistics arranged
Tour Operation Protection
Low-carbon travel

 

TRAIN STATION SECURITY CHECKS

Entry to all train stations is subject to a personal baggage check.

Please be aware that lines may develop at the security check stations during peak hours in the morning and afternoon/evening (6:00-9:00 and 15:00-19:00), so it is important that you arrive sometime prior to your train’s departure.