Bethlehem Private Half Day Tour

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3 to 5 hours (approximately)
Pickup offered
Offered in: German and 4 more

Embark on a deeply personal journey through Bethlehem, guided by faith and history. Begin at Manger Square, the vibrant heart of the city, and walk the Way of the Star, the path believed to have led the Magi to the birthplace of Christ. Visit the Church of the Nativity, where tradition holds that Jesus was born, and step into the peaceful St. Catherine’s Church, home to Christmas Eve Mass. Continue to the serene Milk Grotto Church, a site of prayer and miracles for centuries.
Along the way, enjoy a stop at a local handmade craft shop, where artisans create beautiful olive wood carvings and other treasures that reflect Bethlehem’s spiritual heritage. With a private tour, you’ll enjoy a richer, more intimate experience—free from crowds, full of meaning, and tailored to your pace and interests. Let Bethlehem touch your soul in a way that only a private journey can.

What's Included

Private transportation
A visit to local souvenir store as part of the partnership
Air-conditioned vehicle
Guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Arabic, Greek, Russian
Meals

Meeting and pickup

Pickup points
You can choose a pickup location at checkout (multiple pickup locations are available).
Pickup details:

Our Taxi with an English speaking driver will pick you up from any given hotel in the region of Jerusalem.

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Meeting point
Jerusalem

Our Taxi with an English speaking driver will pick you up from any given hotel in the region of Jerusalem.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 3 to 5 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Church of the Nativity

    The Church of the Nativity is one of the oldest working churches in existence today. The first Church was built by the Roman Emperor Constantine in the 4th century AD, over the grotto where Mary gave birth to Jesus. Inside the grotto of the Nativity Church there are fourteen point silver stars that mark the exact spot of Jesus’ birth. An inscription on the star states: Hic de Virgin Maria Jesus Christus Natus Est – meaning “Here Jesus Christ was born to the Virgin Mary.”

    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Church of St. Catherine

    Adjacent to the Church of the Nativity, St. Catherine’s Church is a peaceful, beautifully kept Catholic sanctuary. Known for its elegant arches and stained-glass windows, it’s where the midnight Christmas Mass is held each year. Beneath the church, ancient grottoes and chapels offer a quiet glimpse into early Christian devotion.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Milk Grotto

    Tucked away in a quiet corner of Bethlehem, the Milk Grotto Church is a serene, white-stone chapel built over a sacred cave. Tradition says the Holy Family stopped here during their flight to Egypt, and a drop of Mary’s milk turned the stone white. A place of prayer and hope, it’s especially cherished by those seeking blessings for fertility and motherhood.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Manger Square is a lively plaza framed by historic stone buildings, bustling cafés, and souvenir shops. At its center, the Church of the Nativity stands with its ancient façade and humble entrance, drawing pilgrims year-round. You'll see priests, tourists, and locals mingling, with church bells ringing and doves fluttering overhead — a scene rich in history and everyday life.

    30 minutes • Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Israel With Fun - Daniel Sigalov

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

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