Browse licensed guides by region, language, specialty, and travel style. Explore tours for ideas, or start with the places and themes that interest you most.
Contact one or more guides through the platform. Share your dates, group size, interests, and any must-see places to start the conversation.
Once you find the right fit, confirm the details directly with the guide. Your guide handles the route, timing, and day-of planning so you can simply enjoy Israel.
Most private licensed guides charge by the day, some offer options by the hour. Actual rates vary by season, group size, vehicle type, language, and how tailored your itinerary is.
Final prices are always agreed directly between you and your guide or operator.
These amounts are examples only, not offers; each guide sets their own terms and fees.
Licensed guides commonly charge $400–$550 (USD) for a full a full‑day private tour of about 8 hours, without a car and driver.
A private day with a licensed guide will cost more than a seat on a group bus but gives you a flexible, personalized experience.
Adding a private vehicle, larger vehicle, or premium services usually increases the total day rate. Multi‑day trips, specialist themes, and peak seasons can also change the price. Your guide will confirm details and pricing before you commit.
Season and demand (holidays and peak periods bring higher demand). Group size and whether you need a car, van, or bus. Language, specialist topics, and any extra preparation. Long driving distances, early starts, or late finishes.
When you send an inquiry, share dates, approximate budget, and any "must‑see" sites. It helps guides propose realistic options from the start.
Many guides include their guiding time for a defined number of hours, basic planning support, and coordination of your day or route. If the guide is also your driver, the rate may include the vehicle, fuel, and parking.
Hotels, flights, and travel insurance are almost never included in a guide's fee.
Meals, entrance fees, gratuities, and special activities are usually separate unless you agree otherwise in writing.
Payments are made directly to the guide. You confirm terms, payment method, and schedule with them, not with Touring Israel.
In the future, we may offer more payment options. If and when this changes, we will explain it clearly on this page and in the booking flow.
In Israel, licensed tour guides must complete an official training program and pass exams with the Ministry of Tourism. They study history, geography, religions, culture, safety, and guiding practice, and must meet clear standards. They are required by law to be insured, to complete certified CPR training, and to attend annual professional refresher courses.
This license is not a casual certificate. It is a formal legal status, must be renewed periodically, and you can verify a guide’s status directly with the Ministry of Tourism.
Before a guide appears on the platform, we ask for up‑to‑date license information and supporting details. We review these and only list guides and providers who meet our criteria. We may also review existing online presence, experience, and areas of focus.
We aim to keep profiles current and may remove or pause listings if information is out of date.
Touring Israel is a hub. We connect travelers with licensed guides and selected operators, but we do not employ them. We work to list serious professionals and respond to complaints.
We cannot control every aspect of their service or guarantee a specific outcome on a specific day. If something goes wrong, we want to hear about it and have a clear process to review and act where appropriate.
We know many travelers are concerned about safety when planning a trip to Israel. Situations can change, and different countries publish different travel advisories.
We recommend checking official advisories from your country, staying in touch with your airline and accommodation, and working with a licensed local guide who understands current conditions.
A good guide can help you adjust plans if conditions change during your trip.
It depends on season, vehicle, and your plans. You can expect guide‑only days to sit in one band, and guide+car days in a higher band, with prices varying by time of year, group size, and special requests. See the Pricing section above for examples.
Usually not. You pay hotels, meals, and most entrance fees separately, unless your guide or operator offers a package and lists these as included.
You pay the guide directly. Touring Israel connects you with licensed guides and experiences and does not charge travelers a booking fee.
Yes. Many travelers hire a guide for key days only, such as Jerusalem, the Galilee, or the Dead Sea. Some guides prefer multi‑day bookings in peak season, so it is worth asking.
All Guides listed have shared their license details with us, and we review them as part of our onboarding checks. You can also ask your guide to show their official license.
Safety depends on timing, area, and your own government's advice. We recommend checking official advisories, discussing your plans with a local licensed guide, and staying flexible.
If conditions change, talk to your guide as soon as possible. They can suggest route adjustments, different regions, or new dates. Any cancellation terms depend on the agreement between you and your guide.
Guides cannot replace official security instructions, but they live and work here and are kept informed about areas to avoid due to weather, security, or other risks. They are required by law to be insured, will not take you into dangerous areas, and can help you choose realistic routes, adjust plans, and reroute on the go when needed.