Bethlehem, Jericho, and Qasr El Yahud Day Trip from Tel Aviv

Name: Bethlehem, Jericho, and Qasr El Yahud Day Trip from Tel Aviv
Brand: Viator
Price: 135 USD
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4.2(101)11 hoursEnglishTel Aviv, Israel

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Travel back through the millennia to some of Christianity’s most revered sites on this full-day tour of Bethlehem and Jericho from Tel Aviv. Traveling with an expert guide, drive to Jericho to view its fabled biblical locations, including Zacchaeus’ tree and Mt Temptation. Afterward, visit Bethlehem to stand at the hallowed sites of the Nativity, such as the Church and Grotto of the Nativity. Also, view Shepherds’ Field, the scene of one of the Bible’s greatest stories, when shepherds were told of Jesus’ birth by an angel.

Included

Hotel pickup and drop-off
Professional guide
Entrance fees
Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

What you'll do

Pass through the Judean Desert
Jericho
Jericho, Palestinian Territories
Visit the ancient city of Jericho
1h 30m
Zaccheus' Tree
Jericho, Palestinian Territories
Visit the Zaccheus' Tree in Jericho
30 min
Mount of Temptation Monastery
Jericho, Palestinian Territories
Spot the Mount of Temptation
Bethlehem
Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories
Visit Bethlehem
2 hours
Church of the Nativity
Manger St, Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories
Visit the Church of Nativity
30 min
Church of St. Catherine
Mgharet Al Halieb, Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories
Pass by the Church of St. Catherine
20 minAdmission included
The Baptismal Site on the Jordan River - Kasr El Yahud
Jordan River, Jerusalem, Israel
Qasr al-Yehud (Castle of the Jews) is a baptismal location on the Jordan River. The site is in the Palestinian Authority of the West Bank 15 km from the northern end of the Dead Sea and southeast of Jericho. Qasr Al-Yehud is believed to be the Biblical site where John baptized Jesus; this symbolized his spiritual birth.
30 minAdmission included

Meeting and pickup

9 locations

Pickup details

Please note that our pickup/drop-off is available from a few central hotels only. Please select the hotel closest to your address from the drop-down menu on the tour page. If you are not sure which of the listed hotels is a good fit, please choose the option “I don’t see my pickup location” and insert enter your accommodation address. After the booking is approved by the local tour operator, a confirmation email from Bein Harim will be sent to you mentioning the final pickup point closest to your address. Please read the email with the attached booking confirmation carefully to make sure you are waiting for the pickup at the correct location. Please make sure to wait for the pickup at the hotel entrance.

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Meeting
Dan Panorama Tel Aviv
Charles Clore Park, Tel Aviv, Israel
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Meeting
Dan Tel Aviv Hotel
99 HaYarkon Street, Tel Aviv, Israel
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End point

End

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
When visiting Bethlehem, you will be met by a Palestinan guide at the boarder and may require a change of vehicle
A moderate dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. Please refrain from wearing shorts. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Due to visitors overload a visit down to Nativity cave is not always possible