This half-day Bethlehem tour sets off through the Judean Hills to Bethlehem. On arrival, we stop in Manger Square and go into the historic Church of the Nativity. This church was built around the Holy Grotto where Jesus was born on the first Christmas Eve. The silver star on the grotto floor marks the site of the nativity. Enjoy the architectural features of the church, the many works of art and see part of the original mosaic floor. From here the tour continues to the Church of St. Catherine. The tour goes beneath the church into ancient grottoes to see altars, tombs and where St Jerome translated the Hebrew Bible to Latin. We leave Bethlehem passing Shepherds Field and the Biblical Field of Ruth before returning to Jerusalem. End the tour approx. 13:00 at David Citadel Hotel, Jerusalem. There is no return back to your hotel.
Tour Overview
Sites During the Tour
Places
Church of Nativity
Shepherds' Field
Manger Square
Church of St. Catherine
Notes
The daily tours schedule is subject to change in accordance with government guidelines for travelers during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Tour ends approx. 13:00 at the David Citadel Hotel, Jerusalem. There is no return back to your hotel
Passport compulsory for visit to Bethlehem
Due to visitors overload a visit down to Nativity cave is not always possible
Modest dress is obligatory for visits to holy sites; covered knees and shoulders
Visit to Bethlehem may require a change of vehicle as well as a local Palestinian guide