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Private Day Tour: Jericho, Mount of Temptation, Hisham's Palace and Bethlehem

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Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories
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7 to 8 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Enjoy a comprehensive overview of historic Jericho and Bethlehem. You'll visit religious monuments, including an overview of St. George's Monastery, visit to Mount of Temptation Monastery, ancient Jericho the oldest city in the world, Hisham's Palace, the Church of the Nativity, the Church of St. Catherine, the Milk Grotto Shrine, the Cave of St. Jerome, and Shepherd's Field, where the angel appeared to the shepherds and see some of Banksy's graffiti art.

What's Included

  • Private tour
  • Drop-off at Checkpoint 300 or Bethlehem hotel
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Cable Car to Mount of Temptation in Jericho
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Jerusalem

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Bethlehem (pass by)

Greet your private guide-cum-driver at 8am your Bethlehem hotel or the Bethlehem side of Checkpoint 300 if coming from Jerusalem: Checkpoint 300 is about 30 minutes from Damascus Gate by bus.Relax in air-conditioned comfort as you drive for around 45 minutes to Jericho. Along the way, you'll pass by various religious sites: St. Theodosius' Monastery, where some believe the wise men hid from Herod the Great after they visited the baby Jesus in Bethlehem, and al-Eizariya, which many believe to be Lazarus' Bethany village.
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St. George's Monastery

Enjoy a panorama view St. George Monastery is believed to be the site where the Prophet Elijah hided from Queen Jezebel and was fed by ravens. before driving a few minutes towards Jericho to Mount of Temptation.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Mount of Temptation Monastery

In Jericho, take the cable car and overview ancient Jericho that dates back to 10,000 years BC. Walk to Mount of Temptation, the place where Jesus was tempted by the Satan while he was fasting for 40 days in the desert. The Monastery dates back to the Byzantine period, the current building dates back to 1892 AD. There you will have a nice panorama view looking over Jericho.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Hisham's Palace

Next you will visit Hisham's Palace, this is a spot not to be missed. The sprawling winter hunting retreat of Caliph Hisham Ibn Abd al Malik must have been magnificent on its creation in the 8th century, with its baths, mosaic floors and pillars – so much so that archaeologists have labelled it the ‘Versailles of the Middle East’.
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1 hour Admission Ticket Free

Chapel of the Shepherds’ Field

Your next stop is Beit Sahour, considered the city of the shepherds. Visit the Shepherd's Field, where the angel appeared to the shepherds and told them about Jesus' birth, then drive to a local restaurant for a classic falafel lunch.
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35 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Church of the Nativity

From here it's not far to Bethlehem proper, where you'll start at the famous Church of the Nativity, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that's built on the spot where many believe Jesus was born: it's the world's oldest church in regular daily use. You'll also visit the Cave of St. Jerome, below the church, where many believe he translated the bible.
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1 hour 30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Church of St. Catherine of Alexandria

Finally, you'll visit the Church of St. Catherine and the Milk Grotto shrine, and see Banksy's graffiti pieces, before you drive back either to Checkpoint 300 or your Bethlehem hotel, where your tour will finish at 4pm.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • Walking is involved

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Day Tour: Jericho, Mount of Temptation, Hisham’s Palace and Bethlehem?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EET). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • Private tour
  • Drop-off at Checkpoint 300 or Bethlehem hotel
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Pickup from Checkpoint 300 or Bethlehem hotel
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities
  • Cable Car to Mount of Temptation in Jericho
  • Entrance Fees
  • Public transportation to the meeting point and back to your hotel

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
  • Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
  • Walking is involved
  • Dress code is smart casual

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