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Ashdod Shore Excursion: Jerusalem and Bethlehem - for cruise ship guests only

4.6(149 reviews)Jerusalem, IsraelOperated by Guided Tours Israel
  • Duration7 hours – 10 hours
  • GroupShared · max 40
  • TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
  • LanguagesEnglish
  • BookingInstant confirmation

About this activity

While you’re in Ashdod Port, visit the holy sites around Jerusalem and Bethlehem on this full-day shore excursion. After admiring views of Old Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives, see the Garden of Gethsemane and the Last Supper room before exploring other important Christian sites. Visit the Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and view the Western Wall. Finish in Bethlehem, with visits to Manger Square and the Church of the Holy Nativity.

What to expect

7 hours – 10 hours14 stopsShared tourMax 40 travellers

  1. Mount of Olives

    Jerusalem, Israel

    15 minutes

    Enjoy spectacular panoramic views

  2. Garden of Gethsemane

    Jericho Rd, Jerusalem, Israel

    15 minutes

    See the place where Jesus was arrested the night before his crucifixion

  3. 15 minutes

    Visit the room of the Last Supper

  4. Mount Zion

    Rehov Ma'ale HaShalom, Jerusalem, 9750000, Israel

    45 minutes

    Important sites on Mount Zion are Dormition Abbey, King David's Tomb and the Room of the Last Supper

  5. Jaffa Gate

    Omar Ben El-Hatab St., Jerusalem, Israel

    15 minutes

    Enter the old city through the Jaffa gate

  6. Jewish Quarter

    Old City, Jerusalem, Israel

    30 minutes

    Visit the Jewish quarter in the old city

  7. The Way of the Cross - Via Dolorosa

    Via Dolorosa, Old Town, Jerusalem, Israel

    30 minutes

    Walk the Via Dolorosa

  8. Western Wall

    Western Wall Plaza, Jewish Quarter, Jerusalem, 97500, Israel

    15 minutes

    Visit the Western Wall

  9. Christian Quarter

    Christian Quarter Road, Jerusalem, Israel

    30 minutes

    Visit the Christian Quarter in the old city

  10. 15 minutes

    Stroll inside the Arabic market in Jerusalem

  11. 25 minutes

    come visit inside the church

  12. The Way of the Cross - Via Dolorosa

    Via Dolorosa, Old Town, Jerusalem, Israel

    20 minutes

    Walk parts of the Via Dolorosa

  13. Church of the Nativity

    Manger St, Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories

    25 minutes

    Visit inside the church

  14. Bethlehem New Store

    Manger Street, Bethlehem, Palestinian Territories

    20 minutes

    Free time for shopping

Pickup & meeting point

Pickup is included for all travellers.

Pickup starts about 10 minutes before the departure time.

Pickup locations1

Ports & cruise terminals1

  • Port of Ashdod
  • You can arrange your pickup point with the operator after booking.

Pickup instructions

Look for a sign with your name on it as you arrive at the cruise terminal in Ashdod. This tour is available to cruise ship passengers only.

Redemption

Departure time: normally 8am unless ship docks at port later than 7:30am. To get UP TO DATE information on pickup and other details - please email your name and booking number to: info@GuidedToursIsrael.com Thank you!

What's included

Included

  • Professional guide
  • Port pickup and drop-off
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
  • Viator's worry-free guarantee

Not included

  • Food and drinks

Good to know

Accessibility & suitability

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Traveller requirements

  • Minimum 1 traveller per booking
  • Maximum 30 travellers per booking
  • At least one adult must be included in the booking
  • Age bands: Infant (0–2), Child (3–11), Adult (12–64), Senior (65–99)

Additional information

  • Duration of the tour may vary
  • Some sites may not be visited and others included subject to accessibility, security, holiday festivities, opening times, queues, traffic, time constraints, and other unforeseen circumstances
  • Good walking shoes, sunglasses, hat, and clothing that covers the shoulders and knees are recommended
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel for Bethlehem only

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
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travellers. If it's cancelled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date or a full refund.

Important booking information

Booking cut-off
Bookings close 3 hours before the activity starts.
Confirmation
Confirmed immediately after booking.
Tickets
One per booking
Local time zone
Asia/Jerusalem
Product code
7414AJB

What you'll be asked when booking

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

Traveller reviews

4.6/ 5149 reviews
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Ratings aggregated from Viator (49) and Tripadvisor (100).

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