Excursion from Hurghada by plane to the heart of Israel – Jerusalem . This is a unique opportunity to see the holy city of three religions, the neighboring country and its main attractions. To visit the excursion, a visa for Russians, Belarusians and Ukrainians is NOT required .
We inform you immediately about the safety of the trip, in connection with constant questions: the road is completely controlled by the police and the army. The trip is absolutely safe.
Jerusalem is one of the most ancient cities in the world and it would be unthinkable to miss it while in Egypt. A tour to Jerusalem from Hurghada is an opportunity to immerse yourself in history, walk along ancient streets, see the sanctuaries of three world religions and feel the special spirit of this city.
The trip to Jerusalem starts late in the evening from Hurghada. You are picked up by a transfer that will take you to the airport and then a short flight to the border with Israel awaits you. After completing the necessary paperwork and passing the control procedures, you will be met by a guide in Israel, who will take you to the most interesting corners of this interesting country.
You will visit Bethlehem, where the Nativity of Christ took place, and Bethany, where Lazarus was resurrected by Jesus. Then, the trip continues to Jerusalem, where you will visit the Eastern Wall, one of the main sites at the fortress. During the day, you will see beautiful views of the Mount of Olives, the place where the treaty between Judas Iscariot and the Jewish high priest was broken, where Jesus was crucified, as well as the legendary Bathing Pool and the prison of Judas Iscariot.
While in Jerusalem, you will also visit the Western Wall, also known as the Liberty Bell, the Jewish Quarter, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. The incredible experience you will have while visiting this city will certainly remain in your memory for a lifetime.
A tour to Jerusalem from Hurghada is a unique opportunity to witness great history in one of the oldest cities in the world. It is definitely worth the money and time spent.
What is included in the excursion program * :
- Departure from the hotel is scheduled around 22:00 (exact time will be provided after booking); flight to Taba takes approximately 45 minutes.
- A representative from the tour company will meet you at the airport, and a transfer will take you to the border (approximately 15 minutes).
- At the checkpoint, you will be asked questions – please answer them without arguing or smirking.
- On the Israeli side, you will be met by colleagues of our tour operator and placed on buses.
- In the morning, you will head towards the Dead Sea (about a 2-hour journey), where you will have a stop for swimming or a technical break (from early April to late October, tourists swim in the Dead Sea in the morning, in winter (from November to March) swimming is scheduled on the way back.
- You will then head towards Jerusalem (about 1.5 hours). Upon arrival, you will make your first stop at the Mount of Olives, from where you can enjoy a picturesque panorama of Jerusalem: at the foot of the mountain is an old Jewish cemetery, on the horizon is the entire Old
- City with the ancient mosque towering above it.
- Next, you will go to the Western Wall – a strictly Jewish shrine that attracts tourists from all over the world. Everyone strives to leave a note there with their desire, which, according to local guides, will surely come true.
- The most attractive and desired place of the excursion remains the
- Church of the Holy Sepulchre, which you will reach through the Arab
- Quarter, which was built on the site of the last stops of Jesus’s Way of the Cross, Via Dolorosa. Inside the church, it is possible to touch the Anointing Stone, attach a pectoral cross, an icon brought with you, oil or water, thereby sanctifying them. It is also possible to light bundles of 33 candles from the Holy Fire, descend into the burial chamber and touch the Tomb, inspect the Golgotha, follow the path of
- Christ after his resurrection, and visit the Aedicule, where all Christian denominations hold their services.
- After visiting the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, you will have lunch in Bethlehem and visit the Church of the Nativity. This is the last stop of the tour. The Church of the Nativity was built over the cave where Jesus was born. In memory of this place, a silver Star of Bethlehem was installed.
- On the way back, there are stops near shops and cafes (you can have a snack).
- The tour is over, and you will head towards the border, cross it fairly quickly, and return to your hotel in Hurghada by plane around 00:00 the following day (the total duration of the tour is approximately 26 hours).
*The order of the program may change, depending on the guide’s decision and the tourist flow at the attractions.
Included in the tour price:
- Entrance fees as per the program
- Lunch at a Bethlehem establishment
- Services of a qualified Russian-speaking guide
- Transportation throughout the entire route (For Hurghada areas: El Gouna, Sahl Hasheesh, and Makadi, there is an additional charge of +$10* roundtrip. For Soma Bay and Safaga areas, there is an additional charge of +$20* roundtrip. *The price indicated is for one booking, roundtrip, for up to 6 people. Transfer may be group.)
Not included in the tour price:
- Beverages during the tour
- Additional expenses not included in the program
- Children up to 2 years old inclusive – Free, if they do not occupy a separate seat on the plane and bus.
Additional Information:
- Departure: Evening on Wednesday, return on Thursday by the end of the day.
- Visa: No Israeli visa is required for this tour (Egyptian visa remains valid; Sinai stamp is sufficient).
- Booking: Please book the tour at least 2-3 days in advance.
- Passport Photos: Send passport photos of all participants for border crossing permit processing.
- Prepayment: $100 per person (non-refundable). If denied entry by Israeli border control (e.g., blacklisted or previously deported), or if you cancel, the prepayment will not be refunded (due to prepaid permits, flights, and transfers). The remaining balance is paid in the airport transfer.
- Border Denials: Border control does not provide reasons for denial. Approximately 15-20% of travelers are denied entry. Based on experience, single men and those who have previously been deported are more likely to be denied. We cannot predict who will be denied entry and cannot influence the decision.
- Consequences of Denial: If denied entry, you will stay at a resort near the border with swimming and dining facilities (one meal provided). You may also opt for a Mount Sinai and St. Catherine’s Monastery tour. There are no additional charges, but no refunds.
- Visiting Cairo: Notify the border guard and guide if you wish to visit Cairo after the Israel tour. A special letter will be issued for free. It is recommended to visit Cairo before Israel.
- Transportation: A comfortable air-conditioned bus with a toilet will be provided for transportation within Israel.
- Citizenship Restrictions: Citizens of Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Armenia are not permitted entry into Israel (an Israeli visa is required).
- What to Bring: Passport, travel insurance, water, snacks, warm clothes, a travel pillow, comfortable shoes, water shoes, shower gel, a hat, and money for the tour and personal expenses.
Note:
- The tour operator cannot guarantee entry into Israel and is not responsible for border control decisions.
- All risks associated with border denial are assumed by the traveler.
To book, please contact us via the messaging icon of your preferred messenger on the right side of the screen and write to us
Take with you:
Passport, travel insurance, water, dry rations (order in advance at the reception), snacks for snacks (chocolate, nuts, etc.), warm clothes (the bus has air conditioning), a travel pillow, comfortable shoes, coral shoes or slippers for swimming in the salt lake, shower gel (after the salt lake), a hat, money for the excursion and small expenses.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Your price is so low... Probably you are doing a low-quality service?
We truly offer some of the lowest prices while maintaining a high quality of service. The reason is that we are an online booking company for large tour operators in Egypt, allowing us to offer very competitive prices due to our large volume of tourists. By booking with us, you receive high-quality service without overpaying intermediaries.
What kind of buses and transfers do you have?
A variety of transportation is available for use by the event organizers within the park, including cars, minivans, and comfortable buses. All vehicles are equipped with air conditioning and safety systems. For longer journeys, buses with restrooms are provided. Additionally, all vehicles undergo regular maintenance and sanitation checks, and possess the necessary tourist permits. Furthermore, drivers undergo inspections by the tourist police before each long trip.
How and when do I pay for the tour?
We work without prepayment. All group tours are paid for on the bus or during the tour itself. The exceptions are prepayments for private tours and tours that require purchasing airline tickets or processing documents. Our main programs are paid for directly during the transfer or at the beginning of the tour. You don’t need to look for someone to pay for the tour. An employee of the organizer will approach you. You can pay in cash in US dollars, euros, or Egyptian pounds. For your convenience, we also offer the option of transferring funds to a bank card in rubles, hryvnias, and euros at the exchange rate or to a cryptocurrency wallet in USDT, prior to the tour. For more detailed information on payment methods and refunds, please see here.
Do you have a tourist license?
Egypt is a highly regulated country, especially when it comes to tourism. For any vehicle or yacht to depart on an excursion, daily permits must be obtained from both the police and the military. If the tour operators don’t have a valid tourism license, they naturally won’t be granted these permits. This is why for certain excursions, we may request copies of your vouchers and passports (this applies to sea excursions in Sharm El-Sheikh, private tours, and some group tours if they involve leaving the city. For other excursions, permits are simply issued based on the number of people, and passport details are not required).
Are we insured during the excursion?
Unfortunately, some hotel guides try to convince tourists that their travel insurance is allegedly invalid if they book excursions with external tour operators, as opposed to their own company. This is not true.
Firstly, your travel insurance is valid throughout Egypt, just as it would be if you booked with the hotel’s tour company.
Secondly, if you are on a boat, bus, or other mode of transport, the organizer bears full insurance liability to the passengers. Otherwise, they simply would not be able to obtain a permit to conduct tour activities. Egypt has quite strict tourism regulations, and permits are required before each trip.
How can I retrieve a lost item from a tour?
We always remind our guests to double-check that they have all their belongings when exiting the bus or yacht at the end of the tour. Unfortunately, recovering lost items can be quite challenging due to the immediate departure of vehicles for cleaning and the complexities of Egyptian logistics. While we will do our best to help you locate your belongings, we cannot guarantee a 100% recovery rate. If we are able to find your item, there will be a delivery fee of $5-10. Please be mindful of your belongings!
Should I adjust my plans or wait for the tour?
We have a significant daily influx of booking requests for our programs from tourists. As a result, most excursions are organized daily or on specific days of the week following a detailed schedule provided in each program’s description. After booking, we will send you the exact pick-up time from your hotel. Many tours will be conducted with small groups from various hotels who have purchased excursions through tour operators. The only difference is that our prices are 40-60% lower (our organizers conduct all major excursions in Hurghada and Sharm El-Sheikh for Russian-speaking tourists).
Where can I find the photographer who took photos on the tour?
We would like to inform you that the photographers accompanying you on excursions act as independent representatives of their photo studios. They are not part of our online service or the program organizer team. All terms and conditions related to the photoshoot and its payment are discussed and agreed upon directly between you and the photographer. We recommend that you approach prepayments with caution and ensure the reliability of the services, as well as obtain all the photographer’s contact information before making any payments.