Overview
Experience the profound spiritual and historical essence of Jerusalem and Bethlehem on this immersive 2-day tour. Begin with a panoramic view from the Mount of Olives, followed by a journey through the sacred sites of Jerusalem’s Old City, including the Western Wall, Al-Aqsa Mosque, and the Via Dolorosa. The next day, explore Bethlehem’s Church of the Nativity and the Shepherd’s Fields, with an optional visit to key cultural sites in Jerusalem. Conclude by crossing into Jordan via the Allenby border.
Tour Highlights
- Mount of Olives: Enjoy a breathtaking view of Jerusalem and visit the Church of the Pater Noster, where the Lord’s Prayer is displayed in numerous languages.
- Garden of Gethsemane: Reflect amidst the ancient olive trees where Jesus prayed before his arrest.
- Western Wall: Touch the sacred stones of this revered site, a remnant of the Second Temple.
- Haram Al Sharif: View the Al-Aqsa Mosque and the shimmering Dome of the Rock, significant in Islamic tradition.
- Via Dolorosa: Walk the path of Jesus' suffering, ending at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the site of the crucifixion and resurrection.
- Jaffa Gate: Exit through this historic gateway and explore the vibrant bazaars.
- Church of the Nativity: Visit the birthplace of Jesus, one of the oldest continuously operating churches in the world.
- Shepherd’s Fields: Experience the biblical site where angels announced Jesus' birth to shepherds.
- Jerusalem’s New City: Choose to visit either the bustling Mahane Yehuda Market, the poignant Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum, or the Israel Museum, home to the Dead Sea Scrolls.
