From Bethlehem: Bethlehem Tour & Dead Sea Experience
Jerusalem
Explore Bethlehem, including the historic Church of the Nativity, then continue to the Dead Sea to relax and float at the lowest point on earth. A full-day Holy Land experience from Bethlehem.
This guided tour in Bethlehem suits visitors interested in Christian holy sites and a Dead Sea experience, combining cultural and natural highlights.
Highlights
- Explore the Milk Grotto with a guide
- Visit the Olive Wood Factory and handicrafts store
- Encounter St. Catherine's Church
- Enter the 1,500-year-old Church of the Nativity
- Relax and float in the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth
Description
Meet your group in Bethlehem to begin a journey through some of the most significant Christian sites in the Holy Land. Visit the Church of the Nativity, traditionally regarded as the birthplace of Jesus, St. Catherine's Church, and the Shepherds’ Fields in Beit Sahour.
Stop at the Milk Grotto and learn about the traditions related to the birth of Christ. Visit an authentic olive wood workshop and Christian souvenir store, where local artisans hand-carve olive wood and offer unique holy gifts from Bethlehem.
After exploring Bethlehem’s sacred landmarks, continue to the Dead Sea. Relax and float in its mineral-rich waters while experiencing the lowest point on earth. The tour concludes with a return to the original meeting point in Bethlehem.
Includes
- Pickup from and return to Walled Off Hotel in Bethlehem only
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed tour guide in Bethlehem; driver only at the Dead Sea
- One bottle of water
Excludes
- Dead Sea tickets (45 NIS each)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off outside Walled Off Hotel
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Important Information
- Bring your passport and Israeli visa; Israeli passport holders are not allowed to join per Israeli law
- Return is only to the Walled Off Hotel in Bethlehem after the tour
- A local Palestinian guide joins the tour only at the border; vehicle changes may be required
Easy Cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
For the best experience, bring a valid passport and Israeli visa, comfortable walking shoes, and swimwear for the Dead Sea. Booking ahead is recommended, especially during peak seasons.
