Top Eilat Day Trips

Visit iconic and historic Petra from Eilat on this full-day, guided tour with lunch included. Head through the sandstone Siq on route one of the world’s seven wonders built by the Nadateans of Jordan some 2000 years ago. Behold the Treasury monument as well as ancient crypts, mourning halls, baths, and temples. Stand in a 3000-seat Roman theatre built in 1st-century BC and watch the nearby mountains change colours throughout the day.  

Witness the hidden world of the Red Sea without the need to swim, snorkel or dive on a 2-hour glass-bottom boat trip from Eilat. Settle in the boat's open or shaded areas, and gaze through the glass panels as you cruise to Taba and back. Admire shoals of exotic fish, float over technicolor corals, and watch for rays and turtles, all in their natural environment. Along the way, learn about the marine life and landscapes from the live guided commentary, and enjoy refreshments (own expense) from the onboard snack bar.

Visit the Dead Sea and Jerusalem on a full-day tour from Eilat, with an optional trip to Bethlehem and the Church of the Nativity. Take photos in salty waters of the Dead Sea, then take a guided tour of Jerusalem’s Old City, a UNESCO World Heritage Centre. This 16-hour tour includes pickup and drop-off at Eilat hotels and a guided tour in Jerusalem, and it’s the perfect introduction to some of Israel’s highlights.

Get a taste of scuba diving on this 1-hour open-water dive experience in Eilat. After an introductory lesson from a PADI instructor, head to one of Eilat’s most beautiful coral-filled dive sites. Then, take the plunge accompanied by your instructor to experience the undersea world of the Red Sea. Dive to up to six meters and admire luminous corals and exotic fish as you savor the thrill of breathing freely underwater. Perfect for adults and children aged over eight who fancy trying scuba diving without taking a multi-day course.

Riding a camel in Eilat is a fun, traditional way to explore the landscape, but daytime trips into the desert can mean intense sun and heat. Enjoy milder temperatures and gorgeous light for photography on a sunset camel ride through Wadi Shlomo and Tzfachot, then relax in a Bedouin tent as you sip a cup of tea and eat a light dinner.

Timna Park and King Solomon's Mine This route will introduce you to the amazing corners of the Syrian-African Rift - the largest in length in the world, stretching from Turkey to East Africa. You will visit Timna Park - a unique reserve, a place of copper mining from ancient times and amazingly beautiful natural landscapes.

Sail with us across the remarkable waters of the Red Sea, go snorkeling in the coral reef, and enjoy the company of Eilat’s finest sailors on our Sails and Snorkels Tour! Guided by experienced sailing staff, you will learn the geography and nature of the gulf and expert boating techniques. Anchoring in proximity to the coral reef, you can easily jump ship to snorkel and observe the Red Sea’s colorful sea life, cool down in the deep blue water, or chill with refreshments on board. On our way back to the northern marina, we’ll enjoy beverages and music as we soak in the stunning landscape. Our must-see sailing tour takes you into the Red Sea, where you can enjoy the unique contrast between the deep blue sea and the towering desert mountains. Enjoy the rich kaleidoscope of underwater life and sail on an actual sailboat. It will surely be one of the highlights of your vacation to Israel!

Visit the spectacular rock-cut city of Petra on a full-day tour from Eilat, and explore the ancient world of the Nabataeans. See temples and a treasury carved directly into rosy cliffs, then learn how the historic necropolis was lost to the desert for centuries. This Petra tour includes pickup and drop-off in Eilat, entrance fees at the site, lunch and bottled water.

Discover one of the world’s most captivating ancient sites on this full-day excursion to Petra from Eilat. See top landmarks in the rock-cut, Nabataean-built city, from the Treasury to the royal tombs, listen to in-depth background from your guide. Tours also include a tasty lunch buffet in a local restaurant and a guided visit to seaside Aqaba.

Visit the spectacular ancient city of Petra with a tour from Eilat that’s a stress-free way to experience the UNESCO World Heritage Site without spending a night in Jordan. Pre-booking transport means a climate-controlled vehicle will greet you as soon as you cross the border into Jordan, whisking you to Petra for a guided tour and an authentic Jordanian lunch.

The best that the Southern Arava desert has to offer! Walk through the Red Canyon, see the spectacular sand dunes within the Ovda Valley. For a better taste of the desert, try the local desert-produced wines at Kibbutz Neot Semadar while learning about the lifestyle and values of collective communal kibbutz. See the future reflected in the transformations which the Kibbutz is undergoing from traditional agricultural lifestyle to the booming technology of today!

Explore Timna Park, located 25 km north of Eilat in the Negev desert. The beautiful natural park sits in a horse-shoe shaped valley with Mount Timna in the center. This is the site of the oldest known copper mine in the world. Enjoy a guided tour of this unique site, take in the beautiful and dramatic desert scenery and hear about the fascinating history. Take a short hike, immerse yourself in the scenery and see the unique desert flora and wildlife. Watch a short video presentation and make your own personal souvenir at the fun colored-sand activity at the heart of the park. At the end of the tour, you will return to Eilat with your guide.

Visit Cairo on a day trip from Eilat that coordinates transport, private tours, lunch, and border-crossing assistance so you don’t need to spend precious sightseeing time on logistics. With stops at the Giza Pyramids, Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum, you’ll cover some of Cairo’s most important ancient sites, and traveling overland from Eilat to Cairo means beautiful views of the Egyptian deserts, mountains, and coast.

See the sunrise from Mt Sinai and visit St Catherine’s Monastery on a full-day trip from Eilat. Late in the evening, travel into Egypt to Mt Sinai, where according to the bible, Moses received the Ten Commandments. Then, climb to Sinai’s peak to witness the spectacular sunrise. Afterward, descend to the UNESCO-listed St Catherine’s. Admire the walled retreat’s church and chapel, and see sacred sites including the Burning Bush and Jethro’s Well (Moses’ Well) before lunch and your return to Eilat. Numbers are limited to 15 for a personalized experience.

Our one day Petra tour from Eilat offers a truly amazing experience. This legendary ‘lost city’ of Petra was carved into the walls of a desert canyon over 2500 years ago. It is located just a short ride after entering into the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan making it a perfect destination for a one day tour from Eilat, including all entrance fees, guiding, transportation, and lunch. Also, enjoy the wilderness adventure on a short 4x4 jeep tour of Wadi Rum, following in the footsteps of Lawrence of Arabia, climbing sand dunes and rock bridges.

Take a full-day trip to Masada and Ein Gedi from Eilat, with a professional driver-guide. Traveling by air-conditioned minivan, trace the shores of the Dead Sea to Masada, where the ruins of King Herod’s palaces litter a mountaintop. Ride a cable car up to witness the awesome views and archaeological ruins including the well-preserved bathhouse, Roman barracks and more. Continue to Ein Gedi, an idyllic mountain oasis with waterfalls, cliffs and springs. Pamper yourself in the mineral-rich waters and thermal pools, and enjoy time for lunch before returning to Eilat.

Swim in the Dead Sea, walk through Jerusalem’s Old City, and visit Bethlehem’s biblical sites on a private tour from Eilat that includes pickup and drop-off at your hotel or port. This full-day tour offers flexibility and a personalized experience for your group of up to seven people, and takes in some of the country's highlights, including two of Israel's UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Travel from Eilat to two of Israel’s most iconic sites on a day trip to Masada and the Dead Sea. Take the ancient path — or a cable car — to Masada’s summit and explore King Herod’s millenia-old hilltop city; take in the restored palace murals and Roman baths, then learn the poignant story of a Jewish rebellion. Wash off the dust in the hyper-saline water of the Dead Sea, wallow in mineral-rich mud, and stroll salt-crusted beaches at the lowest point on earth.

Itinerary. Pick up from your hotel in Eilat. Transfer to the Taba border. Meet our representative on Egypt side. Driving from Taba border to Mount Sinai. Start climbing the mountain along the Moses trail. Sunrise. Descend to the bottom. Breakfast. Visit Saint Catherine monastery. Gift shop. Arrival to your hotel in Eilat. Note: Night tour is held on any day of the week except Thursday and Saturday. The monastery is closed.

Wadi Rum is located just a short ride after entering into the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan making it a perfect destination for a one day tour from Eilat, including all entrance fees, guiding, transportation, and lunch. Also, enjoy the wilderness adventure on a short 4x4 jeep tour of Wadi Rum, following in the footsteps of Lawrence of Arabia, climbing sand dunes and rock bridges.

Our one day Petra tour from Eilat offers a truly amazing experience. This legendary ‘lost city’ of Petra was carved into the walls of a desert canyon over 2500 years ago. It is located just a short ride after entering into the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan making it a perfect destination for a one day tour from Eilat, including all entrance fees, guiding, transportation, and lunch.