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Follow The Footsteps Of John The Baptist In Ein Kerem On This 2.5-Hour Private Walking Tour

4.7

(6)

  • Tour Category

    Private Tour

  • Tour Types

    Religious, History, Walking

  • Duration

    2.5 Hours

  • Activity Level

    Easy

  • Language

    English

Description

Visit places associated with John the Baptist's life, such as the Church of Visitation, Mary's Spring, John Beharim Church and the Convent of the Sisters of Zion. Learn about the experiences of John the Baptist, which shaped his life as an adult. See where Mary met her cousin Elizabeth and praised the Lord in a Song of Mary or the Magnificat. 

Highlights
  • See the places related to the Magnificat
  • Learn about the life of John the Baptist and how experiences here as a child shaped his adulthood 
  • John the Baptist's life in Ein Karem expand_more
    • Meet the guide at Mary's Spring to start the tour. 
    • Ein Kerem is the birthplace of John the Baptist and where he spent his childhood. We will visit the sites commemorating John's events, such as the Church of Visitation, Mary's Spring, John Beharim Church and the Convent of the Sisters of Zion. Over the centuries, the rulers destroyed and rebuilt many of these locations- we can see the different sections over time. We will also see where Mary met her cousin Elizabeth and praised the Lord in a Song of Mary or the Magnificat. We will see the places out of which the Magnificat and Benedictus came to be.
    • Seeing these sites and the surrounding view will give you an understanding of how it was for John growing up as a child and how his experiences here may have contributed to what he did as an adult and his role in Christianity.
What's Included
  • English-speaking tour guide
What's Excluded
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fees (if applicable)
Meeting Point

Mary's Spring

Cancellation Policy

For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -

Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Tour Reviews
  • J

    Jason

    An exceptional tour

    An exceptional tour that offers a unique perspective on the life and teachings of John the Baptist. Our guide's passion and knowledge made it an unforgettable experience.

  • M

    Michael

    A truly immersive experience

    Raanan brought the stories to life and made us feel like we were walking in John the Baptist's footsteps.

  • J

    Jessica

    Must go on this tour

    This tour was the highlight of our trip to Ein Kerem. Rafael's passion for the subject was contagious, and we left with a deeper appreciation for John the Baptist's legacy.

  • B

    Benjamin

    Good walking tour

    Our private walking tour following the footsteps of John the Baptist in Ein Kerem was a highlight of our trip to Israel. Our guide's passion and expertise shone through as he led us to the significant sites of John's life. We learned so much about his ministry, his message, and the impact he had on the people of his time. The tour was well-paced, informative, and captivating. We highly recommend it to anyone interested in religious history.

  • D

    Daniel

    A must-do tour in Ein Kerem

    Our guide's depth of knowledge and enthusiasm for the subject made it a truly memorable experience. We learned so much about the life and teachings of John the Baptist.

  • O

    Olaf

    Highly recommended

    This tour was a wonderful way to experience the history and spirituality of Ein Kerem. Our guide was knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about the subject matter. We appreciated the opportunity to learn more about John the Baptist's life and legacy.

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USD 290 / group
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Total number of people (Min: 1 , Max: 10)

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