Jerusalem, Bethlehem and the Galilee (3 Days)

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Jerusalem, Bethlehem and the Galilee (3 Days)

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Jerusalem, Bethlehem and the Galilee

Jerusalem | Bethlehem | Nazareth | the Sea of Galilee

In Jerusalem, marvel at the panoramic view from the Mount of Olives, visit the Western Wall, and explore the bazaars of the Old City. In Bethlehem, witness the impact of the separation wall and visit the birthplace of Jesus. Discover the political graffiti of Banksy and reflect on the significance of Nazareth, Jesus’ boyhood village. Finally, witness the miracles of the Sea of Galilee, including the Synagogue where Jesus taught, the scene of the famous Sermon on the Mount, and the location of the miracle of the multiplication of loaves and fishes.

With comfortable accommodations and seamless travel arrangements, this tour is the perfect way to experience the sacred history and cultural richness of the Holy Land.

Itinerary

Meeting Point & Time
7 am – Pickup from your door in Amman and transfer to King Hussein / Allenby Bridge Israeli Terminal.

Border Crossing
7:50 am – Arrival at the Jordanian Terminal of King Hussein/ Allenby Bridge. Cross the border and meet your driver at the taxi booth outside the Israeli terminal.

Mount of Olives
Arrive at the Mount of Olives for a wonderful view over Jerusalem.

Old City
Enter the Old City through the Dung gate to visit the Wailing (or Western) Wall, and view the Haram Al Sharif with the Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock

Free Exploration
Take some time to explore the bazaars, and leave then the Old City to the west by Jaffa Gate.

Hotel
Finish the day at your hotel near the Old City.

Meeting Point & Time
9:00 am – Pickup from your hotel and we’ll depart to Bethlehem.

Separation Wall
Arrive at the separation wall and see the massive barrier the Israeli government built. On the wall, you’ll see the first of many Palestinian graffiti/street art that Bethlehem has become famous for.

Church of the Nativity & Manager Square
Continue into the center of Bethlehem to see the Church of the Nativity, believed to be located at the birthplace of Jesus.

Banksy Graffiti & Walled Off Hotel Museum
See some of famous street artist Banksy’s political graffiti around the city including “Armored Dove”, “Girl Frisking Soldier”, and “Protester throwing Flowers” and visit his hotel – pointedly named “The Walled Off Hotel”

New Jerusalem
Once you are back to Jerusalem, you will have a chance to visit the Mahane Yehuda Market, also known as ‘The Shuk’. This marketplace is the ;argest in Jerusalem and dates back the 19th century. Time to try some samples of local food and drinks!

Next, we can head to Yad Vashem (the Holocaust Museum), or the Israel Museum (where you can see the Dead Sea Scrolls). Please discuss your preference with your driver or guide, and note that museums can shut early on some days.

Hotel
Overnight in Jerusalem.

Meeting Point & Time
9:00 am – Pickup from your hotel and head north to visit Nazareth and The Sea of Galilee.

Capernaum
We’ll head towards Capernaum where you will see the Synagogue where Jesus taught and other remains of this once prosperous town on the shores of the Sea of Galilee that became his adopted home.

Mount of Beatitudes
You will visit the Mount of Beatitudes, the scene of the famous Sermon on the Mount.

Tabgha
Next up you’ll visit where the presumed location of the miracle of the multiplication of loaves and fishes, where Jesus is said to have fed 5,000 people from 5 loaves of bread and two fish.

Then head on to the Church of the Primacy where Peter was told by Jesus to continue his work, and try walking on water.

Nazareth
After enjoying the fantastic views over the lake for a minute, head on to Nazareth. The boyhood village of Jesus is now a bustling city, and at the Church of the Annunciation you will see visitors from all corners of the world. This is also reflected in the décor of the modern building.

Border Crossing
After a great day sightseeing, we’ll head towards the border and onto Amman

Drop Off in Amman
Upon arriving in Amman, we will drop you off at your hotel or preferred location in Amman.

Booking

Group size: Price per person (based on a private tour)
1 pax: US$ 1,990
2 pax : US$ 1,100
3 pax: US$ 880
4 pax: US$ 770
5 pax: US$ 710
6+ pax: Contact us for a quotation


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FAQs

  • Transportation as per itinerary with English-speaking drivers (you will have 2 different drivers in Jordan and Jerusalem).
  • 2 nights in a Palestinian-owned 3-star hotel in Jerusalem on bed & breakfast basis.
  • Accommodation in Amman.
  • Lunches and dinners.
  • Drinks.
  • Entrances fees to any sites.
  • Exit tax out of Jordan.
  • Exit tax out of Israel / Palestine.
  • Transfers between border terminals & optional VIP Crossing Service.
  • Tips

You can read more about border crossing procedures and fees here.

Here are some things you are not allowed to bring to Jordan:
1- Drones
2- Binoculars

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