Christmas in Bethlehem and Jerusalem 2 Day Tour

Christmas in Bethlehem and Jerusalem 2 Day Tour

Starts in: Tel Aviv & Jerusalem | Available: Dec 24
Guided Tour
Air Conditioned Transport
Accommodation Included
Expert Tour Guide
2 day package
English
From
$330/ person
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Be part of our special holiday with the Christmas in Bethlehem and Jerusalem 2 Day tour. You will spend Christmas Eve and Day visiting many of the major religious sites that surround this Christian holiday. The tour begins in the afternoon on Christmas Eve. You will be picked up and driven to the Mount of Olives, outside of the Old City walls. Here you will have a striking panoramic view of Jerusalem. You will pass the Church of All Nations and the Garden of Gethsemane on your way to the entrance of the Old City. Upon entering, you will visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the site that marks Jesus’ crucifixion.

After leaving the church, your journey continues to the city of Bethlehem, where Jesus was born. After going through a checkpoint, you will begin to see the city filled with lights and decorations. Manger Square is where the evening celebration will occur. Join other Christians as they sing songs near the large Christmas tree. Here in Manger Square, you will enjoy a Christmas dinner. Following the dinner, you will wait for Midnight Mass, which can be watched on large screens set up in Manger Square. There may be a chance to attend Midnight Mass in the Church of the Nativity. Following the service, you go to your hotel in Tel Aviv or Jerusalem for the night.

The following morning on Christmas Day, you will be picked up from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem. You will journey to the ancient city of Ein Kerem, outside of Jerusalem. This town is where many believe John the Baptist was born. Discover the ancient sides with your knowledgeable guide. Stop at Qasr el Yehud, the baptism site at the Jordan River, before heading to the Dead Sea. Enjoy some free time at the Dead Sea Beach before departing and heading back home.

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Christmas in Bethlehem and Jerusalem 2 Day Tour Highlights

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Enjoy the views over Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives

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Pass the Church of All Nations and the Garden of Gethsemane

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Drive to Bethlehem, the city of Jesus’ birth and see the city lights and decorations

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Enjoy a Christmas dinner in Manger Square

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Watch Midnight Mass on big screens in the square

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Explore the Old City of Jerusalem on Christmas Eve

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Visit the ancient city of Ein Kerem where John the Baptist was born and visit sites like Mary’s Well

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Explore Qasr El Yehud and relax at a Dead Sea Beach

Christmas in Bethlehem and Jerusalem 2 Day Tour Itinerary

Day 1 - Jerusalem & Bethlehem
  • 14:30 - Pick up from a centralized location in Tel Aviv
  • 16:00 - Pick up a centralized location in Jerusalem. Enjoy a guided tour of Jerusalem Old City
  • 19:30 - Arrive to Bethlehem and eat a festive holiday dinner
  • Guided tour with local guide in Bethlehem, including Shepherds’ Field and The Milk Grotto
  • Visit Manger Square with free time to view the festivities and see midnight mass from the maxi-screen
  • 20:00 - Enjoy a Christmas dinner in Manger Square
  • 00:00 - Watch Midnight Mass
  • 02:30 - Return to a centralized location in Jerusalem
  • 03:30 - Return to a centralized location in Tel Aviv
Day 2 - Ein Karem, Qasr el Yehud & the Dead Sea
  • 10:00 - Pick up from Tel Aviv
  • 11:00 - Pick up from Jerusalem
  • 11:30 - Visit the ancient city of Ein Kerem, outside of Jerusalem. This town is where many believe John the Baptist was born. Discover the historical sites with your guide
  • 14:00 - Stop at the Jordan River for a visit to the famous baptism site.
  • 15:30 - Relax at the Dead Sea beach and enjoy some time at the lowest point on earth.
  • 18:00 - Return to the centralized location in Jerusalem
  • 19:00 - Return to the centralized location in Tel Aviv
NB - all timings on Christmas in Bethlehem and Jerusalem 2 Day Tour are approximate
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Important Details

Includes
Pick up and drop off from central locations
Dinner in Bethlehem
Hand-picked expert tour guide
Accommodation
Excludes
Meals and drinks not mentioned above
Entrance fees to the Dead Sea Beach
Personal travel insurance
Gratuities
What to Bring
Paspport
Warm clothing
Towel & Bathing suit
Essential Information
Modest dress is obligatory for visits to holy sites; covered knees and shoulders are required
Pickup in one city and drop off in another is possible. Please indicate when booking
The Palestinian Authority is solely responsible for the events of Christmas Eve in Bethlehem. We are not responsible for changes made that are outside of our control
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