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Jerusalem and Bethlehem Day Tour from Jerusalem
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Jerusalem and Bethlehem Day Tour from Jerusalem

By Bein Harim Tourism Services
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Make the most of precious sightseeing time in Jerusalem by touring both Old Jerusalem and Bethlehem in a day. After viewing the main sites of the walled city, including the Western Wall and Church of the Holy Sepulchre, continue to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity and Manger Square. Ideal for travelers with limited time, the trip makes exploring easy and rewarding, with hotel transfers and guided touring included.
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Ages 4-99, max of 40 per group
Duration: 9h
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Live guide: German, English, French, Spanish
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Highlights
  • Visit Old Jerusalem’s and Bethlehem’s holy sites on a day trip from Jerusalem
  • See the musts in a day: Wailing Wall, Via Dolorosa, Holy Nativity, and more
  • Explore with a guide to learn about the sites and their symbolism
  • Focus on the sights: transport and hotel pickup and drop-off included

  • Hotel pickup and drop off
  • Professional guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance fees
  • Entry/Admission - Church of St. Catherine of Alexandria
What's not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Leave your Jerusalem hotel by air-conditioned coach and head for the Mount of Olives, just east of Old Jerusalem. Admire the panoramas from here over the city and the Dome of the Rock. Pass the Garden of Gethsemane, where it’s held that Jesus prayed before his arrest. Next, visit Old Jerusalem to view the Western Wall (Wailing Wall) and Via Dolorosa, where Jesus is thought to have walked to Calvary. See some of the stations of the cross and view the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, built on the believed crucifixion site. Then, pass Jerusalem’s Byzantine-era main street (cardo) before driving on to Bethlehem. Here, visit the Church of the Nativity to see where Jesus is believed to have been born, and discover the adjoining Catholic and Greek Orthodox churches and Manger Square—Bethlehem’s spiritual heart and home to the Mosque of Omar. Your tour concludes at your Jerusalem hotel.

Start:Multiple pickup locations offered.
    Pickup details
    • Please note that our pickup/drop-off is available from a few central hotels only. Please select the hotel closest to your address from the drop-down menu on the tour page. If you are not sure which of the listed hotels is a good fit, please choose the option “I don’t see my pickup location” and insert enter your accommodation address. After the booking is approved by the local tour operator, a confirmation email from Bein Harim will be sent to you mentioning the final pickup point closest to your address. Please read the email with the attached booking confirmation carefully to make sure you are waiting for the pickup at the correct location. Please make sure to wait for the pickup at the hotel entrance.
    Hotel pickup offered
    During checkout you will be able to select from the list of included hotels.
      End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

        • Not wheelchair accessible
        • Near public transportation
        If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 5209JERBETHJ

        • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
        • A current valid passport is required for visit Bethlehem
        • A moderate dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. Please refrain from wearing shorts. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
        • The tour includes a reasonable amount of walking; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
        • Most travellers can participate
        • Due to visitors overload a visit down to Nativity cave is not always possible
        • Please note this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 4
        • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it’s cancelled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
        • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 40 travellers

        • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

        If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 5209JERBETHJ

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        • Bein Harim Tourism Services
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          I really enjoyed the trip! The guide Eyal was very provident and professional! I Learned a lot about the places we passed by. We went through the sites without any hurry. The things were explained in an very eupeptic manner. Although we passed through the Westbank in summer 2024, there was no impression of any danger on the way. Local people we found where very kind at all places. The stay at the beach was about 1.5h, enough to enjoy this extraordinary place. Thanks for a very nice trip!
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          Jerusalem in a rush
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          Trip of a lifetime!
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        • RLFCYCLE
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          1.0 of 5 bubbles
          Unreliable
          The operator cancelled the tour 12 hours beforehand and all the others were booked. Unacceptable and unprofessional. The guide then did not return text messages. Stay away from this.
          Written 26 May 2024
        • katlinw2024
          0 contributions
          4.0 of 5 bubbles
          Great tour and amazing tour guide
          This trip was the highlight of my time in Israel. Itamer was an amazing tour guide- his knowledge of history, Israel, and the Bible all fused to make this trip really memorable. All the sites we visited were amazing, there was ample time at each one but it didn’t feel like we were there for too long, and Itamer did a great job conducting the tour in multiple languages for different people. He truly cared about each person having a great experience. Visiting Jesus place where he grew up and did most of his ministry was truly incredible and the price for the tour was great. If you go, download what’s app because they will communicate with you that way for the pick up and drop off.
          Written 21 May 2024
        • shacharg2024
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          I'm an Israeli, love to travel different places in our beautiful little country. Masada is important from me historicall
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          This tour was badly organized .First we waited outside the hotel for an hour before we were picked up .No one knew where to go .We thought we were finally starting the trip .But we were taken to this hilly top where we waited another hour in a dingy cafe . The tour was rushed as it was getting late .For lunch everyone is taken to this awful resturant with chaos ,substandard food and fighting crowds . Before going into the resturant you have to go thru a shop and they push coupons to you to buy super expensive products . Guide did not have much knowledge or rather one sided knowledge .We were rushed thru Masada which was the main attraction .I asked him a couple of questions breaking his monologue. He did not like it and was very rude . Do not take this tour .If you do bring your own food . It was a waste of money .
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        Evguenia L
        Dubai, United Arab Emirates160 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Aug 2022
        Last month I visited Israel. It was a fantastic 4-day trip full of positive emotions and amazing experiences.
        I took a full day trip from Tel-Aviv to Jerusalem in order to explore the country and see some of the holiest places in the world with my own eyes.
        We had a very entertaining tour guide - driver who, besides knowing the history of the country and being able to answer any questions from the group, was also a real entertainer. Honestly, Yoav could take a second job as a stand up comedian. As a group, we had so much fun together!
        I loved the trip. I wish the traffic wasn’t as bad and we would have more time to wonder around and explore the old Jerusalem. Definitely 5 out of 5 and hope to be back soon!
        Written 1 September 2022
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        Thanks so much for taking the time to share with us the immensely enjoyable and enligthening tour experience you had with Yoav.Indeed he deserves your praise for his efforts, commentary and great engaging funny manner. We look forward to seeing you again and dont forget to mention you are a satisfied returning customer!
        Written 3 September 2022
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        anastasia i
        Athens, Greece67 contributions
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        This tour was the highlight of our trip to Israel, and the reason is our tour guide, Tomer Gluck.
        We were looking for a tour that would allow us to visit key historical sites and have someone explain the key facts about them-Tomer surpassed our expectations way beyond!
        If you are looking for a tour that is highly entertaining as well as deeply informative, this one is for you. Tomer is in a league of his own, sharing his extensive knowledge of history, architecture, the diverse culture of Israel, all in a captivating, comprehensive style with great humor and vitality. It is obvious how passionate he is and how much he loves guiding, his enthusiasm is contagious! Another huge plus, he is great in handling a large group making sure for everyone’s safety and well-being. The sights on this tour are breathtaking, truly awe inspiring and beautiful in a unique way with their compelling stories that will give you a glimpse into this country’s soul. So here, if you want to have fun, if you want your children to fall in love with history, book this tour with Tomer, and watch ancient Jerusalem come to life!
        Written 22 January 2023
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        How wonderfully encouraging to receive such an in-depth detailed review of your immense satisfaction with Tomer. he is so worthy of all the praise you bestow upon him for his skilled tour management, his passion, and his engaging manner. Very pleasing to receive such feedback for our efforts and those who do their best.
        Written 23 January 2023
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        Norbertgxx
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        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jul 2022
        If I could say it in one word: Amazing. Ami was one of the best tour guides I had so far. He is funny and careful and as a Teacher of Archaeology, he really knows his stuff. He took us to Bethlehem and Jerusalem the old City and showed us so many details, and shared so many insight stories it was fantastic. During the tour, he not only talked he also opened space for discussions and sharing thoughts from the group so that everyone could bring something maybe meaningful or interesting. At the end of the tour, He negotiated with his boss to bring us directly to our hotel not where we started but where we stayed so that we saved around 170NIS A fantastic experience and as we will come back for sure I will make sure to book him again. Thank you so much, Ami
        Written 29 July 2022
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        Great to read of your immense satisfaction with our guide Ami and the enlightening and enjoyable day you have spent touring with him. Great that he ws amenable to your personal logistics and took care of this amicably. Look forward to seeing you some time soon again.
        Written 29 July 2022
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        radsta73
        Svidnik, Slovakia1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Mar 2023
        I would like to thank you - travel agency Bein Harim and especially Norbert Nakache, that made the trip really pleasant despite of waiting in the line when it was necessary. I travel a lot and so it’s really a pleasure when someone made something more for you above his salary. Norbert has helped me to get to the airport after I was forced to leave the group and was not able to get back to Tel Aviv because of lack of time. I wish Bein Harim to have more such guides that will improve the quality of tours and will spread a good impression of trips in Israel. Kind regards :-)
        Written 29 March 2023
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        Wow, it's great to hear that Norbert made your tour experience truly memorable! His kindness and helpfulness went above and beyond, making your trip all the more enjoyable. It's wonderful to receive such positive feedback for his professional efforts, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. We are proud to have Norbert on our team, and we will certainly share your kind words with him. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to Israel soon, and we wish you all the best on your future travels!
        Written 30 March 2023
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        aidazuniga
        New York City, NY1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        May 2022
        This tour was soo good! Our tour guide, Yaov, was really nice and made the group (<15 people) feel engaged. The tour felt well prepared and we were able to go to all the key sites. We also had time to go souvenir shopping and go to a fun café for a bathroom and coffee break. This was my first time in Israel and I learnt a lot and felt safe. Overall I'm really happy I went on this tour and would recommend!
        Written 9 May 2022
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        Thanks so much for this posting of your enjoyable tour experience with Yoav our guide. We are so glad you came away with a memorable day to cherish. Good to have a great first time , so that you are keen to come again. We look forward to seeing you some time soon! as there is so much more to explore.
        Written 9 May 2022
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        julieneven2022
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jun 2022
        Super moving tour as a Christian. Jerusalem is a fantastic place with unbelievable vibes + the number of information depends on how much you are willing to digest for such an important place for all beliefs for centuries. Avi managed to make it fun and super insightful. I definitely recommend this tour that I took pretty much last minute. Very good value for money.
        Written 9 June 2022
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        Thanks very much for this rave review of your tour guided by Avi. He sure is worthy of such praise for his efforts, enlightening commentary and pleasant manner. Your sincere recommendation of our services is much appreciated by all at Bein Harim.
        Written 9 June 2022
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        Reed Allton
        Horseshoe Bay, TX6 contributions
        3.0 of 5 bubbles
        This 11 hour experience could have been done in half the time with better logistics. Guides were doing their best but 30+ in the group is too large. Very difficult to hear the guides with the size of the group and the background noise. Church of the Nativity is overcrowded and poorly managed. Too much pushing and impatience for a holy place.
        Written 14 April 2023
        This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews as part of our industry-leading trust & safety standards. Read our transparency report to learn more.
        We apologize for the inconvenience caused by the suboptimal logistics and the size of the group which may have affected your ability to hear the guides and fully enjoy the experience. We understand that during holiday periods, the Church of the Nativity can become overcrowded, and we regret any discomfort that you may have experienced during your visit. In order to provide a better experience for our guests, we would like to inform you that we will be offering small group tours in the near future. These tours will allow us to provide more personalized attention to our guests. Thank you for choosing our tour company, and we look forward to the opportunity to show you more of the region's sights in the future.
        Written 17 April 2023
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        Steven W
        1 contribution
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jan 2023 • Couples
        The day trip in Jerusalem and Bethlehem was brilliant. our tour guide Itamar Buk was great, he provided detailed knowledge and insights of all the places we visited as part of the tour. What was great was he provided a detailed introduction and explanation of the places before we arrived. I would highly recommend the tours and if you are lucky enough to get Itamar you will have a great time !
        Written 25 January 2023
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        Your sincere recommendation of our services and under Itamar's skilled guidance is much appreciated by all at Bein Harim. So happy you came away with a tour experience that was well worth it and is cherished always.
        Written 29 January 2023
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        SPIROS P
        2 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        Jan 2023 • Couples
        TOMER you are the BEST!
        If we could put a higher score we would do it happily!!! The tour is an unforgettable experience! The history the architecture and “the spirit”of Jerusalem are quite complex and I would say that is extremely important to do your first visit with an organized tour. You get an excellent insight and really feel the true vibe of what is going on there! BUT our tour guide Tomer made the whole difference. Passionate knowledgable making it pleasant with a great sense of humour he is simply Charismatic! Ask for a tour with him!!! Regards From Greece!!!
        Written 26 January 2023
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        Oh, how lively to receive such a rave review, especially for Tomer. He is so worthy of your feedback for his, efforts, pleasant manner, and interesting in-depth commentary spiced with his passion!
        Written 29 January 2023
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        Cristina A
        6 contributions
        5.0 of 5 bubbles
        I had the pleasure of being with my family on a tour by Bein Harim Tours. The driver, Mohammed, and our tour guide, Raffy, were experts in the field. Mohammed drove efficiently, while Raffy entertained us during our ride to Jerusalem. While on tour, he pointed out several spots that are historical, and helped us navigate all the historical events, through out the duration of the tour. I was so impressed the he can speak multiple languages! His English is excellent. Raffy made our tour enjoyable and educational. I have other sights that I wanted to see in this trip and will definitely use this company again.
        Written 28 December 2022
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        Thanks so much for sharing your satisfaction with our tour guide and driver whom provided good service. It is clear you came away with an enlightening tour experience with Raffy. He is most worthy of favorable feedback for his efforts and skilled tour management.
        Written 10 January 2023
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