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In the Footsteps of John the Baptist
Israel Private Day Tours
In the Footsteps of John the Baptist
The Journey
Qumran • Qasr el Yahud • Dead Sea
This day follows a single thread through the Judean Desert. Qumran’s caves, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found and John the Baptist may have had ties to the community there, then Qasr el Yahud on the Jordan River, one of the most traditional baptismal sites. The day ends at the Dead Sea, time enough to swim, float, or visit the spa. One guide, one itinerary, built around how long you want at each stop. Stay by the water as long as you like, then move on when you’re ready. It’s your day, wherever it takes you.
08:00
AM
Pick up from your Hotel
Your Noah Tours guide will pick you up from your hotel to start the tour, descending to the Judean Desert.
09:00
AM
Arrive to Qumram
The tour will begin with a visit to Qumran, the archaeological site with its caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. It is also believed that John the Baptist had some relation to the community that lived at Qumran.
10:30
AM
Arrive to Qaser El Yahud
Along the banks of the Jordan River, Qasr El Yahud is considered one of the most traditional baptismal sites for Christians, believed to be where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist.
12:00
PM
Drive to the Dead Sea
Enjoy the stunning landscape views on the way to the Dead Sea.
12:30
PM
At the Dead Sea
Enjoy and have some relaxation and a dip in the Dead Sea waters. You will be able to take advantage of the spa facilities. If interested, we can arrange lunch for you at one of the Hotels in the area.
15:30
PM
Drive back to your Hotel
Your Noah Tours guide will take you back to your hotel – end of service.
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Info for your Journey
Info for your Journey Season Periods
HIGH & PEAK SEASONS 2026
High Season:
- 22 Dec 2026 – 03 Jan 2027 (Christmas and New Year)
- 01 July – 31 August 2026 (Summer holiday period)
Peak Season:
- 30 May – 12 April 2026: Passover (Jewish holiday)
- 17 – 23 May 2026: Shavuot (Jewish holiday)
- 6 – 12 Sept. 2026: Rosh Hashana (Jewish holiday)
- 20 – 26 Sept. 2026: Yom Kippur – No tour
- 20 Sept. – 3 Oct. 2026: Succoth (Jewish holiday)
REGULAR SEASON 2026
Dates that do not appear in high & peak season.
Peak Season 2027:
- Passover: 21 Apr 2027 – 29 Apr 2027 (Diaspora dates)
- Shavuot: 10 Jun 2027 – 12 Jun 2027
- Rosh Hashanah: 1 Oct 2027 – 3 Oct 2027
- Yom Kippur: 10 Oct 2027 – 11 Oct 2027
- Sukkot: 15 Oct 2027 – 22 Oct 2027
High Season 2027
- Summer window: 1 Jul 2027 – 31 Aug 2027
- Festive year-end: 24 Dec 2027 – 01 Jan 2028
Regular Season 2027
- All other dates not covered in the Peak or High season windows above.
Including
- A fully private day tour, exclusively for you and your group
- Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel, or wherever you’re based
- A day itinerary built around the sites that matter most to you
- A private, knowledgeable, engaging, government-licensed guide
- A guide who speaks your preferred language, subject to availability
- Sightseeing in a modern, comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle
- Up to 9 hours touring
- Everything listed in your chosen itinerary
Excluding
- Tips for the driver and guide
- Accommodation
- Entrance fees in the itinerary
- Food and beverages
- Anything not mentioned in the itinerary
Important Notes
- This is a fully private day tour; no other travelers join your tour
- Your day tour can take place on any day of the week
- Transfers from Ben Gurion Airport to Tel Aviv/Jerusalem include meetings and assistance.
- We accept Visa, Master Card, American Express & Bank transfers
- Rates are in USD $
- For further details, please see our Terms and Conditions.
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