Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem

3.8
(82 reviews)
Jerusalem, Israel

10 hours (approximately)
Offered in: English

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

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point
David Citadel Hotel

Please wait in front of the hotel

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 10 hours (approximately)
  • 1
    Bethlehem of Galilee

    Arrive in Bethlehem, where you’ll meet your local guide

    15 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Bethlehem of Galilee

    Admire olive wood carvings and crafts on a coffee/tea break

    30 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Church of the Nativity

    Visit the famous Church of the Nativity

    2 hours Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Mount of Temptation Monastery

    Continue to Jericho and ascend the Mount of Temptation, where you’ll be guided through the monastery

    1 hour Admission ticket not included
  • 5
    Qasr Al-Yahud Baptismal Site

    Visit the Qasr al Yahud Baptismal Site on the Jordan River (with the option to be baptized)

    30 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • 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
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