Private Day Tour: Bethlehem, Qumran and Dead Sea
Experience the beauty of the Old City of Bethlehem on this day trip, walk along the narrow star street where Joseph and Mary walked when they came to Bethlehem. Learn about the Essenes who lived at the shore of the Dead Sea and wrote the Dead Sea Scrolls. Learn about the history of the sites and the daily life from your local tour guide! Visit Shepherd’s field, caves were used by the Shepherds 2000 years ago. Visit the Nativity Church, the birthplace of Jesus and the oldest church in the world still in daily use. By the end of the tour, enjoy a float in the Dead Sea, the lowest and saltiest sea on earth.
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Private Day Tour: Bethlehem, Qumran and Dead Sea
What's included in Private Day Tour: Bethlehem, Qumran and Dead Sea
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
See some of Banksy Graffiti arts in Bethlehem, Visit The Walled Off Hotel of Banksy and the separation wall on the way.
Bethlehem
Walk in the old city of Bethlehem and enjoy the old architects of the buildings from the Ottoman period. Walk the Star Street— the way that Joseph and Mary took when they came to Bethlehem, the birthplace of Jesus. Visit Hosh Al Syrian quarter, see the architect of the buildings from inside and stop for a morning cup of tea or Arabic coffee.
Church of the Nativity
Continue to Manger Square and visit the Nativity Church, the birthplace of Jesus and the oldest church in the world.
Inclusions
- Private Tour Guide
- Pickup and drop off from Bethlehem 300 Checkpoint
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Fuel surcharge
- Lunch
- Gratuities
- Public transportation to the meeting point
- Entrance fees to all sites
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Take bus 234 from Damascus Gate in Jerusalem to the last stop Bethlehem 300 Checkpoint, once you get off the bus, follow everything to cross to Bethlehem side where your guide will be waiting to meet you once you cross.