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Jerusalem & Bethlehem Day Trip from Tel Aviv with Guide★ 4.29 (736) · 10h
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Bethlehem half day tour from Jerusalem★ 4.85 (251) · 3h–5h
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Bethlehem & Dead Sea Full Day Tour from Jerusalem★ 5.00 (9) · 8h–11h
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Jerusalem and Bethlehem Day Tour: Churches and HistoryThis nine-hour guided tour covers the Christian, Jewish and Muslim quarters of Jerusalem's Old City, then crosses into Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity. A professional guide leads you through the Via Dolorosa, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Western Wall, the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations, with entrance fees and hotel pickup included. A current passport is required for entry into Bethlehem, and modest dress—knees and shoulders covered—is required in all places of worship.Is it for me?Book this tour if you want to see the major Christian holy sites in Jerusalem and Bethlehem with a guide who can explain the history and significance of each stop—the nine-hour structure and included transport mean you don't piece together multiple sites or negotiate transport yourself. If you're traveling with children under four, this tour is not suitable; from age four onward, children are welcome, though the walking and length of the day should factor into your decision.
Jerusalem Bethlehem Shore Excursion: Full-Day Christian SitesThis full-day shore excursion from Ashdod port takes cruise passengers to Jerusalem and Bethlehem with a professional English-speaking guide and air-conditioned minivan transport included. The itinerary covers Mount of Olives for panoramic views, Garden of Gethsemane, the Last Supper room, the Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Western Wall, and finishes in Bethlehem at Manger Square and the Church of the Nativity. Port pickup and drop-off are arranged, and the tour adapts to opening times, security requirements, queues and traffic on the day.Is it for me?The tour involves substantial walking over stone steps and uneven ground through the Old City and between sites, so good walking shoes and moderate fitness are necessary. The pace is set by the group and the guide, with stops built in, but this is not a leisurely stroll—you cover multiple significant sites in 7 to 10 hours, which is what makes a full pilgrimage possible within a single port day.
Bethlehem, Jericho & Jordan River: Full Day from JerusalemYou visit the Church of the Nativity and Milk Grotto in Bethlehem with a guide, then move through the Jordan Valley to the baptism site and ancient Jericho on your own. Transport, water, and Bethlehem guidance are included; Jericho entry fees (10 NIS each for Tel es-Sultan and Hisham's Palace) are separate. Plan for a full day and bring your passport for checkpoint crossing.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Jerusalem who want to see Bethlehem, the Jordan River, and Jericho in one full day without arranging separate transport and guides. Expect a vehicle switch at the checkpoint and self-guided exploration in Jericho—that's what fits three major biblical sites into a single outing.
Bethlehem & Dead Sea: Nativity Church, Milk Grotto & Mud FloatYou’ll walk through Bethlehem’s storied streets with a local guide, see holy places like the Nativity Church and Milk Grotto, then float weightless in the Dead Sea’s salty water. Expect laughter over muddy hands and quiet moments in centuries-old chapels — this day trip leaves more questions than answers, in a good way.
Bethlehem, Jericho & Qasr El Yahud Day Trip from JerusalemA nine-hour guided day trip from Jerusalem visits Bethlehem, Jericho, and Qasr El Yahud, the baptismal site on the Jordan River. Hotel pickup, a professional English-speaking guide, entrance fees and an air-conditioned vehicle are included. A Palestinian guide meets you at the Bethlehem border and may require a vehicle change; dress code (knees and shoulders covered) is required for places of worship, and descent into the Nativity cave is not always possible due to visitor volume.Is it for me?Choose this tour if you're visiting both Jericho and Bethlehem in one day and need a guide who can navigate the West Bank crossing from Jerusalem.
Bethlehem & Jericho Day Trip from Tel Aviv with Church EntryYou get hotel pickup, a professional guide who knows the sites inside out, and entry to the Church of the Nativity, Jericho's ancient landmarks, and the Jordan River baptismal location. The drive through the Judean Desert frames everything. Dress code applies (shoulders and knees covered), and you'll need a valid passport. Plan for a full day out — that's what fits all three major sites in.Is it for me?Right for travelers based in Tel Aviv who want to see Christianity's foundational sites without arranging transport, border crossings, or entry logistics themselves. Expect a full day out and a valid passport — that's what makes visiting three major biblical locations in one trip possible.
Jerusalem and Bethlehem day tour from Ashdod cruise portA guided day tour from Ashdod cruise port takes you to Jerusalem's Old City and Bethlehem's Church of the Nativity, with a live guide, air-conditioned vehicle and return transport to the port included. The tour runs nine hours and covers Mount Scopus, the Jewish Quarter, the Western Wall, the Via Dolorosa, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, and the Christian Quarter before heading to Bethlehem. Your guide meets you when you disembark and returns you to your ship, so timing works around your cruise schedule.Is it for me?Your ship docks at Ashdod—skip the car rental and transport hassles with a guide who handles the route, timing, and logistics so you're back at port worry-free.
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Yes: 10 of the 10 options offer free cancellation, so you can book now and confirm your plans later.
How long do these experiences last?
Most options last half a day or longer.
Which one is the travelers' favorite?
Jerusalem & Bethlehem Day Trip from Tel Aviv with Guide is the travelers' favorite, rated 4.29 out of 5 across 736 reviews.
