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Highlights
Monastery of Saint George
Inn of the Good Samaritan
Tel es-Sultan
Mount of Temptation
Church of the Nativity
Saint Catherine Church
Shepherds Fields
Description
Starting from Jerusalem, you will make your way towards Jericho to visit Mount of Temptation and other prominent sites. Then, head towards the holy city of Bethlehem for a fantastic tour.
Itinerary
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Set off from Jerusalem and make stops along the wayexpand_more
We start our tour by driving through the Judean Desert towards the oldest city in the world, Jericho. On route, we pass the Inn of the Good Samaritan and also see the Monastery of Saint George and Wadi Kelt.
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When we reach Jericho we visit the Tel es-Sultan and the Mount of Temptation where the devil tried unsuccessfully to tempt Christ. In Jericho, we see the sycamore tree that Zacchaeus climbed to get a better view of Jesus as he entered the city.
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Visit the famous sites of Bethlehemexpand_more
We continue on to Bethlehem, the city of Christ's birth and visit the Church of the Nativity built over the grotto where Jesus was born, Saint Catherine Church and the Shepherds Fields.
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Know before you go
Modest dress: Covered shoulders/ No shorts is required for the holy sites.
Change of vehicle required for transfers of pick up / drop off destinations to save time, avoid traffic and delay.
There might be some delay (up to 20 minutes) due to traffic or other operational issues.
This tour is subject to Palestinian authority regulations.
Passport compulsory
Recommended good walking shoes, hat & water.
Meeting Point
Pick up options can be selected at the time of check out.
Activity Level
Easy