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Combine most of the memorable sites in one day in Bethlehem. Hear the Biblical Narrative from the locals, walk around the magnificent old city of Bethlehem, taste the local food, learn about the history of Palestine. Take a walk in the open air gallery where many artists comes from all over the world to draw graffiti on the separation wall and visit The Walled Off Hotel (Banksy hotel and museum). Drink tea or coffee with Palestinian refugees in Aida refugee camp.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
Take bus 234 from Damascus Gate (Runs every 15 minutes) and the last stop will be Bethlehem 300 Checkpoint. Once you get of the bus, cross on foot to Bethlehem side (you have to cross the wall / Just follow all other people getting off the bus as they will be crossing to Bethlehem). Once you cross, your guide will be waiting for you wearing his name tag.
Itinerary
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Discover Palestine (Pass by)
Meet your guide at Bethlehem 300 Checkpoint from Bethlehem side.
Admission ticket free -
1Mar Saba Monastery
Drive into the Jerusalem wilderness to enjoy the view and visit St. Saba Monastery (Mar Saba).
2 hours • Admission ticket free -
2Shepherd's Sanctuary
Visit the Shepherd's Field Chapel, the place where the angel Gabriel first announced the birth of Jesus to the shepherds.
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Church of the Nativity
Drive back to Bethlehem. Time for optional traditional Humus and Falafel lunch in a local restaurant (Lunch not included). Visit the Nativity Church, Birthplace of Jesus (UNESCO Site), visit Saint Catherine Church. Saint Jerome Cave, Milk Grotto Church.
2 hours • Admission ticket included -
4Blessings Gift Shop and The Olive Wood Factory
Visit a local olive wood workshop to learn about the olive wood production in Bethlehem which the most famous handicraft in Bethlehem.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5The Walled Off Hotel
See the separation wall and the graffiti of Banksy. Witness how the wall affects the lives of the locals. Visit The Walled Off Hotel "Banksy Official Hotel in Bethlehem". End of the tour at Bethlehem 300 Checkpoint or your hotel in Bethlehem.
40 minutes • Admission ticket not included -
6Discover Palestine
Visit Aida Refugee Camp and hear from the residents about their experiences of being born and growing up as refugees in their own country. End the tour at the ending point.
50 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Dress code is decent clothes
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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