Our West Bank Tours offer a historic, religious, and cultural introduction to this region. These tours are available with guaranteed departures from Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, and Eilat, as private tours on daily basis.
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We start the day with a glimpse at the new Bethlehem, passing through the famous Banksy hotel for a short photo stop (time permitting). After that, there will be a visit to a local artisanal shop which will include a tea/coffee break and a presentation about the local crafts. Continue to a guided tour of the Church of Nativity, followed by a short walk through the streets of the old city and a visit to the Milk Grotto. Leaving Bethlehem, you’ll descend to the lowest region on Earth, towards the city of Jericho, the oldest in the world. Ascend via cable car to marvel at the spectacular view of the lush oasis and enjoy a guided tour of the Mount of Temptations monastery. A short stop at the Gallery of Temptations will give you the opportunity to sample local dates, halva, and other delicacies. Next, head to Baptismal Site, where according to tradition, Jesus was baptized.
Our unique Christmas Eve in Bethlehem Tour for Midnight Mass also visits Jerusalem on the eve of the day when it all began. Available from Tel Aviv, Jerusalem, on December 24, this holiday tour takes you through the Christian religious sites in two notable locations – Jerusalem and Bethlehem, two important cities connected to Jesus’ birth. The tour begins Christmas Eve day in Jerusalem, entering the Old City, where you will wind your way through the narrow streets to arrive at Via Dolorosa and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. After visiting these important and meaningful sites, you will exit the Old City and begin your drive through the new city of Jerusalem, passing the old Bethlehem Road en route.
Start the day in Jericho, the oldest and lowest city in the world, where you’ll enjoy and overview of the ancient ruins and Mount Temptation. From here, you’ll head to the sacred town of Bethlehem, to explore some of the core sites of Christianity including the Church of the Nativity, the birthplace of Jesus.