Guided historical jaunt through Jerusalem & Bethlehem — Private 1-Day Tour
- Duration
10 hrs - Departure days
Every Day - Languages
English, French, German, Russian, Spanish
Overview
Jerusalem and Bethlehem are 2 of the most fascinating cities in Israel from a historical and religious perspective. Located just a short drive apart, you can easily experience large parts of both in just one day. This customizable private tour by Bein Harim will give you the opportunity to explore both cities the way you want and when you want, depending on your previous experiences, interests and schedule.
This tour can be customized according to the interests of your group to include or focus on various themes:
Archaeology | Christianity | Judaism | Political | Family-friendly sites and activities | Culinary
Highlights
Discover Jerusalem

Photo: Israel Ministry of Tourism
A half-day is hardly enough to see all of Jerusalem, but you can still get quite the taste of a specific aspect of the city. Try one of these…
- An in depth tour of one of the Old City’s 4 quarters or a historical neighborhood in the New City
- A culinary tour of the Old City and Mahane Yehuda (Yes, please!)
- An overview of the diverse array of communities that call Jerusalem home
Experience Bethlehem
A rather small city, Bethlehem is rich in biblical history, including the birthplace of Jesus and many other sites from the Nativity story. You won’t want to miss these sites…
- The silver star marking the birthplace of Jesus
- The many churches and chapels in the Church of the Nativity compound
- The bustling Manger Square
- Shepherds Field
- Solomon’s Pools
Additional Options
Add-ons
- Baby seat additional $15.00/day
- Lunch $30.00 p/p
- The base price of the tour includes 10 hours of guided touring, and each hour is an additional $40.00 per tour.
- Saturday tours incur an extra charge of $135.00
Anything we missed? we’ll work with you to tailor a tour toward any interests!
Essential Info
This is a private tour with a max of 16 participants.
What’s included
- Transportation to and from your hotel
- Licensed tour guide
What to bring
- Money for entrance fees, food and souvenirs
- Water
- Walking shoes
- Appropriate clothing for holy sites — long pants or skirts and shirt with sleeves or covering for shoulders
- Swimsuit and towel
Details
Where: Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel
When: Departure times agreed upon at time of booking
Cost: From $518 per tour (4 participants)
TOUR LANGUAGES BY DAY
PICKUP CITIES AND PRICES
Cancellation Policy
- There are no refunds for no-shows or same-day cancellations
- There are no refunds for tours that include flights or accommodation
- Payments by credit card or Paypal incur a non-refundable 4% transaction fee
About Bein Harim
Bein Harim has been one of the leading tour operators in Israel since its establishment in 1993. Specializing in planning, organizing and conducting custom-made, guided tours, Bein Harim possesses a fleet of modern vehicles to ensure its customers’ comfort and employs a large network of government-licensed guides qualified in a range of languages.
Photos: Bein Harim, Ministry of Tourism and Maria Wachala
FAQ About Guided historical jaunt through Jerusalem & Bethlehem -- Private 1-Day Tour
Can I bring along my luggage on the tour?
Yes, you can bring your luggage with you on the tour for no additional cost, it will be stored in the trunk of the van or bus during the tour.
Please be advised as we do not take any responsibility for any damage or loss of luggage.
It is recommended that you let us know that you are travelling with luggage.
Can I be dropped off in a different city from where I was picked up?
Yes, when booking you can select a different drop-off location when booking, though there maybe an additional fee depending on where you need to be dropped off.
Can I get picked up and dropped off at my hotel?
Yes. When booking, you can select the hotel where you will be staying at, for pick-up and drop-off.
If you are not staying at a hotel, you can choose the hotel closest to you on the list provided, when booking.
What languages is the tour in, and how do I choose?
The languages for the tours are: English, French, Spanish, German and Russian. The days in which these languages are available are found in the tour itinerary above.
When booking, you are able to select the language you want, and it will show you which days it is available.
What choices do I have for lunch?
There are many options available:
- You can add lunch to your tour during the booking process, vegetarian options are available.
- You can bring money to buy lunch and snacks during the tour.
- You may bring your own lunch, but we would recommend that you keep the food in a cooler bag, as it can be warm on the tour.
Is there a tour discount for children or students?
Yes, for both children under the age of 12, and students (with a valid student card) receive a 10% discount. This is automatically applied when booking.
How long will the day tour take?
The tour is approximately 10 hours long.
What should I do if I don't receive a confirmation email?
We work hard to make sure that you receive a confirmation e-mail after booking, but on the off-chance, you don’t receive it:
- Please check your Spam or Promotional folder.
- If you still don’t find the email confirmation, there may have been a mistake in your email address. Please double-check by contacting our customer support team at the following number or email.
Telephone: +972-3-542-2000
Email: [email protected]