Jerusalem Bethlehem Tour: Old City & Nativity Church from Amman

See the Western Wall, Via Dolorosa and Church of the Nativity in one day from Amman

A full-day private guided tour from Amman to Jerusalem and Bethlehem with an English-speaking driver and air-conditioned vehicle. You visit the Mount of Olives and enter the Old City through Zion Gate to see the Western Wall, walk the Via Dolorosa, and reach the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. The tour then crosses into Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity, where Jesus's birth is marked in an underground grotto.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Temple Mount30m
2. Old City of Jerusalem30m

Jerusalem and Bethlehem sightseeing

• Visit Mount of Olives churches and views
• Explore Temple Mount and Dome of the Rock
• Tour Church of the Holy Sepulchre
• Walk the Via Dolorosa route
• Visit the Tower of David Citadel
• See Mount Zion religious sites
• Walk Old City walls and gates
• Visit Bethlehem and Church of the Nativity

The experience

The tour departs from Amman and heads to Jerusalem, starting at the Mount of Olives where you get panoramic views across the Old City. From there, you descend past the Church of the Ascension, the Church of Pater Noster and the Russian Church of Mary Magdalene. The driver then takes you to the Temple Mount, where the Dome of the Rock and Al-Aqsa Mosque sit on a wide plaza above the city: a site held sacred by Jews, Christians and Muslims alike.

You enter the Old City through the Zion Gate into the Jewish Quarter and walk the Via Dolorosa, the route Jesus took to his crucifixion, marked by fourteen Stations of the Cross. The walk ends at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, built on the site where Jesus was crucified and where the last five stations stand inside the church itself. The interior holds various holy relics and quarters owned by different Christian denominations. Before leaving the Old City, you can visit the Tower of David (the Citadel) for rooftop views of the city, or walk the Ottoman-era fortification walls.

After Jerusalem, the tour crosses into Bethlehem, about 10 kilometers south, to visit the Church of the Nativity. You see the exact place of Jesus's birth marked in an underground grotto beneath the church. Bethlehem also holds significance as the birthplace of King David and home to Rachel's Tomb, an important Jewish holy site. The private vehicle and driver remain with you throughout, and the tour is conducted in your preferred language depending on availability.

What’s included

• Private air-conditioned vehicle with driver throughout the day.
• live guide in English, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian or one of ten additional languages, subject to availability.
• VIP service between borders available depending on the option you select at checkout.

Options for this experience

4 options

Jerusalem one-way transferGuide in 15 languages · 15 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 14:00Duration: 2 hours. Private transportation in a modern, air-conditioned full-size limo car or minivan, depending on the number of travelers. Pickup is included.

Transportation Only: BasicGuide in 15 languages · 07:00, 07:30 and 08:00Duration: 11 hours. Private transportation in a modern, air-conditioned full-size limo car or minivan, depending on the number of travelers. Pickup is included.

Guided TourGuide in 15 languages · 07:00, 07:30 and 08:00Duration: 12 hours. Private transportation in a modern, air-conditioned full-size limo car or minivan, depending on the number of travelers. Guide: an escorted guide at all the sites. Pickup is included.

VIP Service, GuidedGuide in 15 languages · 07:00, 07:30 and 08:00Duration: 12 hours. Private transportation in a modern, air-conditioned full-size limo car or minivan, depending on the number of travelers. What's included: an escorted guide at all the sites and a private car between the Jordan and Israel border, with access to the VIP lounge at both borders. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day15 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 14:00

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AgesAdult (9 and older) · Child (5 to 8 years) · Infant (under 5): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Chinese, Dutch, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Russian and Ukrainian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats available

Operated by Tour Experts

Is this one for you?Choose the Guided Tour option if you want the driver and a live guide explaining the sites. Select Guided with VIP Service if you prefer expedited border crossing with shuttle service between Jordan and Israel. The Basic Transportation option works if you're traveling with your own guide or prefer to explore independently.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Korean, Chinese, Arabic, Chinese, Ukrainian, Japanese, Polish and Dutch.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 8 years); Infant (under 5): free.

What is the Mount of Olives and why do pilgrims visit it?

The Mount of Olives is a sacred hill overlooking Jerusalem where Christians believe Jesus ascended to heaven after his resurrection and where the Church of the Ascension stands. The peak offers spectacular views across the Old City, and the slope holds several churches including the Church of Pater Noster, built where Jesus taught his disciples, and the Russian Church of Mary Magdalena.

Can I walk the Via Dolorosa on my own, or does the guide lead the entire route?

The Via Dolorosa is easily followed independently and marked by fourteen Stations of the Cross. Your guide will lead you along this route as part of the tour, walking from Via Dolorosa Street through the Old City streets to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, where the final five stations are located inside the church.

What is the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and what will I see inside?

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre is built on the site where Jesus was crucified and is the holiest site for Christian pilgrims. The church dates from the 11th century and contains the last five Stations of the Cross, various holy relics, and quarters owned by different Christian denominations. The interior is an ornate piece of religious architecture.

How far is Bethlehem from Jerusalem, and what is the Church of the Nativity?

Bethlehem lies about 10 kilometers south of Jerusalem. The Church of the Nativity marks the birthplace of Jesus, with the exact spot identified in an underground grotto beneath the church. Bethlehem also holds historical importance as the city where King David was born and crowned the first king of Israel.

Do I need a visa to enter Israel for this tour?

You must apply for an Electronic Travel Authorization before travel and hold a valid passport. A passport copy must be provided at least 48 hours before the tour so the agency can arrange the necessary permit for the driver and vehicle to meet you at the border. In case Israeli border police refuse entry or cause delays, the agency is not responsible.