Bethlehem, Jerusalem Desert and Monasteries Tour from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv

5.0(2)11 hFree cancellationBy Elijah Tours & Travel

Mount of Temptation Full Day Tour from Jerusalem

About this activity

The Tour of the Monasteries is one of the most informative and history intensive tours we have. in addition to the visit to Bethlehem Old City, This tour is one of our new tours that covers most historical places in the Judean Desert. We recommend this tour for you if you prefer learning more about the history and see archeological sights.

We will Cover the most important biblical sites in Bethlehem City and the neighboring city Beit Sahour. Our tour will cover a guided tour to the Chapel of the Shepherd's field. Then we will continue to visit the old city of Bethlehem where lies the Church of the nativity, the place where Jesus Christ was born. Then we will visit the Church of the Milk Grotto. A short but refreshing stop at a local olive factory is provided before we continue our tour through the Judean Desert to go visit Saint Saba Monastery, Saint George Monastery and Mount of Temptation Monastery.

All times are approximate, Switch of vehicles are Required

What's included

✓Air-conditioned vehicle
✓Tour Guide in Bethlehem City Only

Not included

✕A visit down to the Nativity Cave isn't always available
✕Monasteries We usually visit in afternoon , not always open even during opening hours
✕Cable Car 60 NIS Each

Meeting and pickup

Pick up from Walled off hotel in Bethlehem at 8:15 and return only there when tour finish
Pick up from Jerusalem: 7:45-8:00 Pick up from Jerusalem David Citadel Hotel ( Front of the Hotel ) King David 7, Jerusalem, 9410119, Israel
Tel Aviv Pick up: Pick up from Tel Aviv: 6:30 A Pick up from Tel Aviv Grand Beach Hotel ( Front of the Hotel ) HaYarkon St 2

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Pick Up at 7:45 in front of the David Citadel Hotel - All our Drivers have your main booking name on their phones, make sure to see your name on the phone before you go to the Viechle/bus - Add us on WhatsApp for easier pickup we can tell you type of vehicle/driver name in the early morning only .
You can check the ticket details for the phone number if you have question and queries before the tour/ about the meeting and pick up!!!
Please note: Entry to the Birth Grotto and St. Jerome’s Grotto is not guaranteed due to restoration work, queues and special Masses. This applies to both morning and afternoon tours. If visiting the grottos is a priority, contact us through the booking platform to discuss private-tour options with more flexible timing. Entry remains subject to church access.

Cancellation policy

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

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