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Bethlehem, Mar Saba, Mount of Temptation and Saint George Monastery Private Tour

5.0(2 reviews)Bethlehem, Palestinian TerritoriesOperated by Judah Tours
  • Duration8 hours – 11 hours
  • GroupShared · max 55
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish

About this activity

A guided tour of the oldest church in the world is provided as well as Saint Catherine's church and The Church of Milk Grotto.  Then we continue our trip to Beit Sahour the city of The Shepherd's. Beit sahour is one of the highest cities in christian population. We will explore the daily lives of the locals and visit The Chapel of The Shepherd's where the angles first announced the birth of Jesus.

Mar Saba Monastery dates back to the fifth century. Founded by Saint Sabas, it's been extensively expanded and fortified over the years.

Lastly we will go to The Mount of Temptation & Saint George Monastery. As mentioned in the gospels the Holy Spirit led Jesus into the desert.s. The summit of the mount, about 360 meters above sea level, offers a spectacular panoramic view of the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea and the mountains of Moab and Gilead.

* Make Sure to bring your passport as it is required sometimes. * Switch of vehicle is required, All times are approximate!

What to expect

8 hours – 11 hours14 stopsShared tourMax 55 travellers

  1. Church of St. Catherine

    Mgharet Al Halieb, Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories

    30 minutes

    The Church of St. Catherine’s Church is a Franciscan monastery. It is said to be built on the site of Christ’s appearance to St. Catherine of Alexandria and his prediction of her martyrdom at the beginning of the 4th century.ne is located on the remains of St .

  2. Sanctuary Bethlehem

    St. Francis Street, Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories

    40 minutes

    The Nativity Church in Bethlehem old City

  3. Shepherd's Sanctuary

    Siyar el-Ghanam, Beit Sahour, Palestinian Territories

    30 minutesAdmission included

    The Chapel of The Shepherd's Field.It marks the place where, the angels first announced the birth of Christ. The Shepherds' Field Chapel is a religious building of the Catholic church that is in the area of Beit Sahur southeast of Bethlehem in the West Bank in Palestine. The chapel marks the place where the angels first announced the birth of Christ.

  4. St. Jerome's Cave

    Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories

    Pass by

    The Cave of Jerome is actually located beneath the Church of St. Catherine, and can also be accessed from there. St. Jerome, a Dalmation priest (345-420 A.D.), translated much of the Old Testament from Hebrew and Greek to the Latin "Vulgate".

  5. Church of the Nativity

    Manger St, Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories

    30 minutesAdmission included

    A full guided tour to the Church of the Nativity. The Church is one of the oldest working churches in existence today. The first Church was built by the Roman Emperor Constantine in the 4th century AD, over the grotto where Mary gave birth to Jesus. The church is located where Jesus was born in Bethlehem.

  6. Milk Grotto

    Close to Manger Square, Next Door to Olive Wood Factory, Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories

    25 minutesAdmission included

    The Milk Grotto church is the place where the Holy Family found refuge during the Massacre of the Innocents, before they could flee to Egypt. The name is derived from the story that a "drop of milk" of the Virgin Mary fell on the floor of the cave and changed its color to white.

  7. Aida Camp

    Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories

    Pass by

    Aida, also spelled 'Ayda, is a Palestinian refugee camp situated 2 kilometers north of the historic center of Bethlehem and 1 km north of Beit Jala.

  8. St. George's Monastery

    Wadi Qelt, Jerusalem, Israel

    20 minutes

    Visit to Saint George Monastery

  9. Mount of Temptation Monastery

    Jericho, Palestinian Territories

    50 minutesAdmission included

    The Mount of Temptation is located about 3km north-west of Jericho which is about 58km east of Jerusalem, Israel. The mountain is in the Judean Desert and overlooks the Jordan Valley. After being baptized by John the Baptist Jesus retreated to the wilderness to meditate and fast, this mountain on which Jesus is believed to have spent the 40 days and 40 nights of spiritual contemplation. You can choose to take the cable car provided and have a look at the city.

  10. Church of the Nativity

    Manger St, Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories

    40 minutes

    A full guided tour to the Church of the Nativity. The Church is one of the oldest working churches in existence today. The first Church was built by the Roman Emperor Constantine in the 4th century AD, over the grotto where Mary gave birth to Jesus. The church is located where Jesus was born in Bethlehem.

  11. Blessings Gift Shop and The Olive Wood Factory

    80-82 Milk Grotto Street, 2 Minutes Walk from Nativity Church .Very easy to find alone .Next Door To Milk Grotto Church, Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories

    Pass by

    Pass By Olive Wood Factory

  12. Bab idDeir Art Gallery

    Manger Street, D'eik Quarter, Opposite Manger Square Hotel, Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories

    Pass by

    Bab idDeir Art Gallery is an independent artistic and cultural space in Bethlehem, located in Deik quarters part of the historical old city of Bethlehem.

  13. Mar Saba Monastery

    Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories

    30 minutesAdmission included

    Mar Saba Monastery dates back to the fifth century. Founded by Saint Sabas, it's been extensively expanded and fortified over the years. Please note that women are not allowed to enter the monastery. Everyone will enjoy a panoramic view of the site.

  14. Carmel of the Holy Child Jesus

    119 Jamal Abdel Nasser St, Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories

    Pass by

    The Order of the Blessed Virgin Mary of Mount Carmel does not have a single founder but was founded by a group of hermits living close to the “Spring of Elijah” on Mount Carmel, with two roots of their spirituality: the Prophet Elijah and the Virgin Mary. At the beginning of the 13th century the hermits received a rule of life, which was written by Saint Albert, Patriarch of Jerusalem.

Pickup & meeting point

You can choose either hotel/location pickup or to meet the guide at the start point.

Pickup starts about 30 minutes before the departure time.

Start
End / drop-off

This activity ends back at the starting point.

Pickup locations3

Hotels & residences1

  • David Citadel Hotel7 King David Street, Jerusalem, 9410119, Israel

Airports1

  • Ben Gurion Intl AirportTel Aviv, 7015001, Israel

Ports & cruise terminals1

  • haifa port
  • You may choose to meet the guide at the departure point.
  • You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.

Pickup instructions

Pick up takes place at your choice

Pickup details by option

Pickup & meeting point

Applies to: Pick up from Tel Aviv

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Pickup starts about 30 minutes before the departure time.

Start
End / drop-off

This activity ends back at the starting point.

  • You may choose to meet the guide at the departure point.

Pickup instructions

Pick up takes place at your choice

Pickup & meeting point

Applies to: Pick up from Jerusalem

There is no pickup — all travellers meet at the start point.

Pickup starts about 30 minutes before the departure time.

Start
End / drop-off

This activity ends back at the starting point.

  • You may choose to meet the guide at the departure point.

Pickup instructions

Pick up takes place at your choice

What's included

Included

  • Licensed Tour Guide in Bethlehem City - other places Driver Only
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Tour Taxes

Not included

  • Visit down to The Nativity Cave is not always possible

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 15 travellers per booking
  • Age bands: Traveler (0–120)

Languages

Guide
English

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 1+ days before100% refund
  • 0–1 days before0% refund

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 2 days before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Manual
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Asia/Hebron
Product code
162401P5

What you'll be asked when booking

  • Age of each traveller
  • First name of each traveller
  • Last name of each traveller
  • Your preferred pickup point
  • Any special requirements
  • Drop-off address
  • How you are arriving
  • Cruise arrival time
  • Cruise ship name

Traveller reviews

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Ratings aggregated from Tripadvisor (2).

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