Bethlehem & Jericho Day Tour

Approx. 10 Hours

Guaranteed Departure

Hotel Pickup

Certified Tour Guide

English + Other Languages

Explore the Church of the Nativity and the holy site where Jesus Christ was born in the grotto underneath. Explore the most ancient city in the world, Jericho, and visit the Qaser al Yahud Jordan River baptism site.

Discover Ancient Biblical Cities: Bethlehem & Jericho Tour

Experience Sacred History on Your Jerusalem Travel Adventure

The Bethlehem & Jericho Tour offers an extraordinary opportunity to visit Jerusalem's neighboring biblical cities, beginning in Jericho, the world's most ancient city. This comprehensive Jerusalem tour takes travelers through sacred landscapes where history and faith converge, creating an unforgettable spiritual journey through the Holy Land.

Jericho: Where Ancient Civilizations Flourished

Your Jerusalem travel experience begins in Jericho, where you'll explore remarkable holy sites and pass by the Mount of Temptation, the biblical location where Jesus resisted the Devil's temptations. Visit the legendary 2,000-year-old Sycamore Tree that Zacchaeus climbed, as documented in Luke 19:1-10, and drink from Elisha's Spring, where the Prophet Elisha miraculously healed the waters according to Kings II 2:19-22.

Explore Tel Jericho Archaeological Wonders

Tour the fascinating Tel Jericho archaeological site, where ancient peoples settled and flourished over 10,000 years ago. This remarkable location showcases multiple stages of civilization, offering visitors a unique glimpse into humanity's earliest urban developments and providing context for your visit Jerusalem experience.

Bethlehem: The Birthplace of Christianity

Your Jerusalem tour concludes in Bethlehem, Christianity's birthplace, where you'll absorb the rich religious history of this sacred city. Explore the incredible Church of the Nativity, the Holy Land's oldest and most important church, and experience the holy grotto underneath where Jesus Christ was born.

Sacred Sites and Spiritual Experiences

Visit the historic Manger Square, the center of all Christmas celebrations in Bethlehem, and enter the Church of St. Catherine to discover underground caves housing ancient shrines and saints' tombs. Take advantage of the rare opportunity to get baptized at the Jordan River's Qasr al-Yahud, the biblical site where John baptized Jesus.

An Unforgettable Spiritual Journey

This comprehensive tour combines the spiritual significance of both biblical cities, creating an enriching Jerusalem travel experience that connects visitors with the foundations of Christian faith while exploring archaeological treasures that span millennia of human civilization.

What to expect

We embark on a journey eastward from Jerusalem towards the Dead Sea, passing the Inn of the Good Samaritan and traversing the Judean Desert. We briefly stop at the Sea Level mark before reaching Jericho, an ancient city mentioned in both the Old and New Testaments. In Jericho, we visit the sycamore tree associated with Zacchaeus and reflect on Jesus' time in the wilderness at nearby Mount Temptation.

Our journey then takes us to Bethlehem, the birthplace of both Jesus and King David's father. In Manger Square, we enter the Church of the Nativity, built in the 4th century over the grotto where Jesus was born. Inside, we observe the Grotto of the Nativity, the Manger, and an altar to the three Wise Men. We also visit the Crusader Church of Saint Catherine and the underground grotto where Saint Jerome translated the Bible into Latin.

Next, we stop at the Milk Grotto where Mary nursed Jesus, and then proceed to Shepherds Field. Here, an Angel of the Lord appeared to shepherds on Christmas night to announce the birth of the savior.

Throughout this tour, we encounter numerous sites of profound religious significance, each offering a tangible connection to biblical events and figures. From the wilderness where Jesus was tempted to the very place of his birth, this journey provides a rich tapestry of Christian history and tradition.

Itinerary

Pick-up Times:

6:20 am: start pickup from hotels in Herzliya
6:40 am: start pickup from hotels in Tel-Aviv
7:50 am: start pickup from hotels in Jerusalem

Drop-off Times:

6:00 pm - 7:00 pm: tour ends in Jerusalem
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm: tour ends in Tel-Aviv
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm: tour ends in Herzliya

All times are approximate

To see all available pickup hotels, please click “book now” and choose the desired date and city.

Additional Notes

What to bring and wear: Modest dress is required for holy places, a passport, comfortable walking shoes, and water shoes for those entering the Jordan river (optional).
This tour is subject to Palestinian Authority regulations.
Changes of vehicle required for transfers of pick up/drop off destinations to save time, avoid traffic and delay!
If you would like to be dropped off at different locations other than the cities listed above, there is an additional payment per person that can be booked online with your ticket reservation.
Age: 4+

Cancellation Policy

No refunds will be provided for no-shows or cancellations on the day of travel
Cancellations are accepted 24 hours or more before the tour begins.
Cancellations will incur a 4% commission fee if booked by credit card or PayPal.