Jerusalem, Dead Sea, Bethlehem, & More Tour
Our Jerusalem, Dead Sea, Bethlehem tour from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem is truly unique in the way it combines these highlights into one day of touring. Descending through the Judean Desert to the lowest region on Earth, we will pass by the city of Jericho, the oldest city on Earth with immense Biblical history. We will visit the Jordan River at Qasr al Yehud, the famous Baptism site, and continue to the Dead Sea for time to relax in the muds and float in these special waters which have perplexed mankind for thousands of years. As we ascend, we’ll arrive in Jerusalem, the eternal city, the holiest of all, for a tour of Jerusalem’s Old City, holy to Jews, to Christians, and to Muslims. Finally, we’ll visit Bethlehem (optional tour, extra $25 per person to pay cash on the day), the city of Jesus’s birth, where we’ll visit the Church of the Nativity. Our Jerusalem, Dead Sea, Bethlehem, and More Tour from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem is available every day with guaranteed departures.
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“The trip to Jerusalem, Dead Sea, Bethlehem was great and probably the highlight of my stay in Israel!” -Enrico, Switzerland
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“I can tell you I really liked the tour. Our tour guide (sorry, I don’t remember his name) was good humoured, pleasant, willing and able to answer all questions and willing to accommodate all requests we had.” – Hannah, Aruba
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Jerusalem, Dead Sea, Bethlehem, and More Tour Highlights
- Pickup from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem
- Descend below Sea Level to the lowest region on Earth, as we drive through the Judean Desert
- Drive by Jericho, the lowest city on Earth, visit the River Jordan at the famous site of Qasr-el-Yehud, a traditional Baptism site
- Float in the waters and immerse in the muds of the Dead Sea, the lowest place on Earth.
- Enjoy a guided tour of the Old City of Jerusalem including such highlights as the Church of the Sepulchre, Via Dolorosa, and Western Wall
- Tour the town of Bethlehem, including the Church of the Nativity (optional tour, extra $25 per person to pay cash on the day). For those who are not interested in Bethlehem, there will be free time in Jerusalem.
- Return to Tel Aviv or Jerusalem
Jerusalem, Dead Sea, Bethlehem, and More Tour Itinerary
- 06:30 – Pick up from Tel Aviv
- 07:45 – Pick up from Jerusalem
- 08:30 – Drive by Jericho to Qasr al Yehud
- 09:30 – Free time to relax at the Dead Sea
- 11:30 – Guided tour of Jerusalem
- 16:30 – Tour of Bethlehem (optional, extra $25 USD per person to pay cash on the day, in USD or ILS) OR Free time in Jerusalem
- 18:00 – Dropoff in Jerusalem
- 19:00 – Dropoff in Tel Aviv
- NB all timings are approximate
Essential Information
- Things to bring: Passport, Hat and sunscreen, Walking shoes, Bathing suit and towel, Water and snacks.
- Includes: Transportation to all sites from Jerusalem and Tel Aviv, Entrance to the beach at the Dead Sea, short video presentation about the Dead Sea
- Excludes: Optional tour of Bethlehem (see above), Lunch.
- This tour is partially self-guided: The Old City tour in Jerusalem will be lead by a guide; the rest of the day you will be accompanied by an experienced driver who is on hand to answer questions. Please note that your driver is not a guide.
