Bethlehem Tour: Explore Historic Judean Desert Monasteries
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Embark on a historic journey through the Judean Desert on our Bethlehem Tour. Explore ancient monasteries, visit biblical sites, and learn about the rich history of the region.
Duration: 11 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Church of the Nativity - “The Church of the Nativity, or Basilica of the Nativity, is a basilica located in Bethlehem. The grotto it contains holds a prominent religious significance to Christians of various denominations as the birthplace of Jesus. The grotto is the oldest site continuously used as a place of worship in Christianity, and the basilica is the oldest major church in the Holy Land.”
What's Included
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Tour Guide in Bethlehem City Only
What's Not Included
  • A visit down to the Nativity Cave isn’t always available
  • Monasteries We usually visit in afternoon , not always open even during opening hours
  • Cable Car 60 NIS Each
Additional Information

The Tour of the Monasteries is one of the most informative and history intensive tours we have. in addition to the visit to Bethlehem Old City, This tour is one of our new tours that covers most historical places in the Judean Desert. We recommend this tour for you if you prefer learning more about the history and see archeological sights.
We will Cover the most important biblical sites in Bethlehem City and the neighboring city Beit Sahour. Our tour will cover a guided tour to the Chapel of the Shepherd’s field. Then we will continue to visit the old city of Bethlehem where lies the Church of the nativity, the place where Jesus Christ was born. Then we will visit the Church of the Milk Grotto. A short but refreshing stop at a local olive factory is provided before we continue our tour through the Judean Desert to go visit Saint Saba Monastery, Saint George Monastery and Mount of Temptation Monastery.
All times are approximate, Switch of vehicles are Required

  • Pick Up at 7:45 in front of the David Citadel Hotel - All our Drivers have your main booking name on their phones, make sure to see your name on the phone before you go to the Viechle/bus - Add us on WhatsApp for easier pickup we can tell you type of vehicle/driver name in the early morning only .
  • You can check the ticket details for the phone number if you have question and queries before the tour/ about the meeting and pick up!!!
  • We do not include a visit to the Birth Grotto unless you have booked the VIP option, as waiting times typically range from 1 to 3 hours, depending on the season and make sure it is not on sunday morning and or holidays as the grotto will be usually closed
Location
Grand Beach Hotel
HaYarkon Street
Cancellation Policy

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

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Bastille
Feb 1, 2023
Great experience - Seeing the monasteries was the highlight of my trip! Had a great time. We were also so lucky that there was a short queue to the silver star marker where Jesus was born. The Falafel that they had organised for lunch was also great! I definitely recommend this tour operator.
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