Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem

3.9 (87 reviews) Jerusalem, Israel
Duration10h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Group sizeUp to 30 travelers

Overview

Explore the spiritual and historical heart of the Holy Land on this guided day tour departing from Jerusalem. Discover Bethlehem’s Old City, visit a traditional olive wood art shop, and step inside the Church of the Nativity as your guide brings its history to life. Travel down into the Jordan Valley to ancient Jericho, where you’ll ride the cable car up to the Mount of Temptation monastery for sweeping views over the desert oasis below. End the day at Qasr al-Yahud on the Jordan River, one of Christianity’s most important pilgrimage sites.
This full-day experience offers meaningful insight into some of the region’s most iconic biblical landscapes, with guaranteed departures from Jerusalem. Book now!

What's included

  • Transportation from Jerusalem to all sites
  • Hand-picked expert tour guide
  • Meals and drinks
  • Ticket to the cable car in Jericho
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Gratuities

What to expect

  1. 15m
    Arrive in Bethlehem, where you’ll meet your local guide
  2. 30m
    Admire olive wood carvings and crafts on a coffee/tea break
  3. Church of the Nativity
    2h
    Visit the famous Church of the Nativity
  4. Mount of Temptation Monastery
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Continue to Jericho and ascend the Mount of Temptation, where you’ll be guided through the monastery
  5. The Baptismal Site on the Jordan River - Kasr El Yahud
    30m
    Visit the Qasr al Yahud Baptismal Site on the Jordan River (with the option to be baptized)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Please wait in front of the hotel

End point

Please wait in front of the hotel

Additional information

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note that order of sites are subject to change as per the guidance of local operator
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Please bring cash so your guide can collect the money on the bus and buy your skip-the-line tickets in advance. The Jericho cable car costs 60 NIS, 20 USD, or 17 EUR - we accept all 3 currencies. Without cash, you may need to wait in line
  • At the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem, we cannot always guarantee entry to the grotto due to the high number of visitors
  • Modest dress is obligatory for visits to holy sites; travelers must have covered knees and shoulders

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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