About this experience
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!
At a glance
- Duration: 10 hr
Plan your experience
Set aside 10 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- 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
What is included
- Transportation from Jerusalem to all sites
- Hand-picked expert tour guide
Not included
- Meals and drinks
- Ticket to the cable car in Jericho
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities
Itinerary and highlights
Arrive in Bethlehem, where you’ll meet your local guide
Admire olive wood carvings and crafts on a coffee/tea break
Visit the famous Church of the Nativity
Continue to Jericho and ascend the Mount of Temptation, where you’ll be guided through the monastery
Visit the Qasr al Yahud Baptismal Site on the Jordan River (with the option to be baptized)
Meeting and pickup information
- Please wait in front of the hotel
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Tourist Israel
Meeting points and locations
Accessibility and practical details
- 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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