2-Week Israel Itineraries: 3 Ultimate Itinerary Ideas

If you have 14 days available for travel to Israel and want to make the most of your time, we recommend considering an international itinerary. Israel is a small country and spending 2 weeks solely in this country may be too long. Instead, you could spend 5–7 days exploring Israel and use the remaining time to visit neighboring countries.

A great option is to visit bordering countries, such as Jordan or Egypt, or plan a comprehensive itinerary that includes all three countries.

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1. 14-Day Israel and Jordan Itinerary: Ideal for Couples

• Celebrating Anniversaries, and Annual Getaways

Jerusalem, Israel

Trips to Israel and Jordan are an attractive combo for first-timers. You can explore the diverse highlights in this itinerary: immerse yourself in the holy culture-rich Jerusalem, experience floating effortlessly on the Dead Sea, enjoy the rose-red sandstone city of Petra, and embark on an adventure desert safari in Wadi Rum.

Here is our hand-picked Israel and Jordan itinerary, for inspiration:

• Days 1–2: Tel Aviv (the old city of Jaffa)
• Days 3–6: Jerusalem (the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and the Temple Mount)
• Days 7–8: Amman (the Citadel and the Roman Theater)
• Days 9–10: Petra (the Treasury and the Monastery)
• Days 11–12: Wadi Rum (a desert safari and camping under the starry night sky)
• Days 13–14: the Dead Sea

If you're traveling with your family, we recommend that you do not stay in Wadi Rum to avoid frequent hotel changes.

Begin your wonderful trip in Tel Aviv in Israel, its vibrant capital city. Step onto the history-filled stone road to immerse yourself in the captivating old city of Jaffa.

Over the next 4 days, head to the spiritual Jerusalem, which holds a hugely important place in Israel's history and world religions. Witness numerous devout prayers at the Western Wall, get an understanding of Jesus's crucifixion and resurrection by visiting the oldest church in Jerusalem, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and meander around the Temple Mount to visit the iconic Dome of the Rock.

Next, cross the border into Amman in Jordan. You'll have the chance to see one of the few well-preserved Roman ruins, such as the Citadel and Roman Theater in Amman. Starting on day 9, appreciate the charming rose-red sandstone city that's been carved into the cliffs in Petra, including the extraordinary Treasury and the Monastery.

Continue your trip in Wadi Rum where the landscape is similar to the surface of the moon. Have an adventure on an exciting desert safari to discover the vast desert and stay at Wadi Rum Camp to enjoy the starry night.

End your trip perfectly at the Dead Sea, allowing you to experience the unique sensation of effortlessly floating on it. Israel also borders part of the Dead Sea, but we recommend staying at the Jordanian part of the Dead Sea. The hotels and services in Jordan are often available at a more affordable price compared to those in Israel while offering the same level of quality.

You can contact us to tailor-make a tour for you if the above itinerary does not meet your requirement.

18-Day Egypt Jordan and Israel's Treasures Discovery Tour

2. 14-Day Israel and Egypt Itinerary: Perfect for Celebrating Christmas and New Year

Nile cruise in Egypt

This itinerary will take you on an insightful journey through Israel and Egypt, allowing you to uncover the charm of holy Jerusalem, explore the ancient pyramids in Cairo with their rich history, and take a memorable Nile cruise to appreciate Egypt from a unique waterway perspective.

Here is a well-selected itinerary, summarized for your inspiration:

Map of Israel and Egypt

• Days 1–4: Jerusalem (the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and the Mount of Olives)
• Days 5–7: Cairo (the Giza pyramid complex, camel riding, and the Egyptian Museum)
• Days 8–11: a Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor (the Philae temple complex, the Valley of the Kings, the Luxor Temple, and riding in a hot-air balloon)
• Days 12–13: Hurghada (relax on the beach and a desert safari to a Bedouin village)
• Day 14: depart from Cairo

Start your journey in Jerusalem in Israel. Gain insights into the hope and frustration of Judaism at the Western Wall, visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre to get more ideas about Christianity's origins at Jesus' resurrection, and climb the Mount of Olives to appreciate an amazing view of the city as Jesus and the disciples did.

Then fly to Cairo to continue your trip in Egypt, home to many awe-inspiring pyramids and ancient treasures. Discover the Giza pyramid complex by riding a camel for a close-up experience of these magnificent structures and see the precious and historied collections, such as mummies and the Tutankhamun mask at the Egyptian Museum, to get a deeper understanding of Egyptian heritage.

Next, take a memorable Nile cruise to make your trip more unforgettable. Enjoy the stunning scenery and historical sites from the perspective of the waterway on a dahabiya houseboat with fewer people, which we have carefully selected for you. Also, we would arrange a private guide for you to visit the highlights when you go ashore instead of taking a group excursion.

To finish your trip, enjoy some free time in the seaside city of Hurghada on the Red Sea. Surfing and snorkeling are exciting sea-based activities that you can enjoy, and you'd have an opportunity to join a small group safari tour to explore a Bedouin village, where you would learn about the lives of desert-dwelling nomadic people.

Just let us know your interests and requirements, and we can help make it happen.

5-Day Israel Tour

16-Day Grand Egypt Tour with White Desert

3. 2-Week Israel, Jordan, and Egypt Itinerary: Perfect for Families with Teenagers

Floating on the Dead Sea, Jordan

Spending 2 weeks traveling in Israel, Jordan, and Egypt is enough to cover their major highlights. This itinerary is full of fascinating attractions and family-friendly activities for you to enjoy.

Here is a well-organized itinerary for your inspiration:

• Days 1–3: Jerusalem (the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and the Tower of David Museum)
• Day 4: the Dead Sea in Jordan (the Citadel and the Roman Theater)
• Days 5–6: Petra (the Treasury and the Monastery)
• Days 7–8: Cairo (the Giza pyramid complex, the Great Sphinx, and the Egyptian Museum)
• Days 9–12: a Nile cruise from Aswan to Luxor (the Valley of the Kings, the Colossi of Memnon, and the Temple of Horus)
• Days 13–14: Hurghada (snorkeling, surfing, and a desert safari)
• Day 15: depart from Cairo

Kick off your journey in Jerusalem in Israel to immerse yourself in this sacred city. The Western Wall and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre are the top attractions you should not miss where you can truly feel this city's rich history and culture. Meander through the Tower of David Museum to experience how time has left its mark on the ancient walls.

Then cross the border to Jordan to get the unique sensation of floating effortlessly on the Dead Sea. While the Dead Sea is located in both Israel and Jordan, we recommend visiting the Jordanian side as it offers the same level of hotels and services at a cheaper price compared to Israel. Head to Petra to admire the rose-red sandstone city carved into the cliffs on day 7. Wander around the amazing Treasury and Al Siq.

Next, fly to Cairo to see the treasures of Egypt, one of the four ancient countries. Visit both the earliest pyramids and the Giza pyramid complex to get a more comprehensive understanding of Egyptian history, and take a camel ride with your kids to explore the pyramids in an interesting way.

Without a Nile cruise, your trip would not be complete. Appreciate the charming scenery along the river on our well-selected small and traditionally-styled houseboat (a dahabiya), chosen for you based on your group size and requirements. Also, we would arrange a private guide for you to visit the highlights when you go ashore.

Let us help you plan your trip! Contact us and we will create a trip based on your group size, time, budget, interests, and other requirements.

15-Day Best of Israel Jordan and Egypt Family Tour

How Much Is a 2-Week Trip to Israel?

A private trip to Israel costs about US$500 per day per person, including 4-star hotels, a full-day itinerary, transportation, tickets for attractions, a private guide, and a private car.

If you want to have a cross-border trip to Egypt and Jordan, the private tour cost in Egypt is from US$150-250 per day per person, while the cost in Jordan starts at about US$200-300.