Chapel of the Milk Grotto

After being picked up from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem depending on your booking option, travel to Bethlehem where you will meet your guide before heading into the old city of Bethlehem. Enjoy a guided visit to the Church of the Nativity.  Continue your tour with a visit to the Milk Grotto Church before riding to the city of the shepherds, Bayt Sahur where you will visit the Chapel of the Shepherds Field before getting to visit an olive wood factory where you will see artisans crafting wooden sculptures.  Then journey through the wonderful Judean Desert to the lowest point on earth. Have chances to stop and take pictures at the sea level point in the desert overlooking the oldest continuously inhabited city in the world, Jericho.  Drive into Jericho where you will see some of the famed sights in the city including Zaccheus's Tree which is mentioned in the bible. Itinerary in Detail - Best Bethlehem, Jericho and Jordan River Tour Explore Bethlehem for 4-5 hours, starting at about 8:30 AM in Bethlehem Shepherds Field (30 Minutes): Visit a charming place where the Christmas story happened. Milk Grotto Church (10 Minutes): Experience calm and peace in this spiritual church. Nativity Church (60 Minutes): Learn about Bethlehem's history at this important place. Note that Grotto visits may not be possible unless booked Small Group option Zuluf Olive Wood Factory & Community Store (25 Minutes): Watch skilled craftsmen at work and shop for handcrafted items, No Lunch Breaks: Enjoy convenient falafel and chicken shawarma sandwiches for takeout Jericho and Beyond Sea Level Stop (5 Minutes): Take a moment to appreciate the significance of this location at sea level. Saint Gerasimous Monastery (15 Minutes): Discover the history of Saint Gerasimous Monastery in Jericho. Jordan River (30 Minutes): Reflect by the Jordan River, a place with deep biblical meaning. Hisham Palace (30 Minutes): Explore Hisham Palace, where old architecture tells stories from the past. Old City of Jericho (30 Minutes): Step back in time as you explore the ancient tales of Jericho's Old City. The Sycamore Tree (5 Minutes): See the Sycamore Tree linked to the story of Zacchaeus from the Bible. Elijah Spring (5 Minutes): Enjoy the peaceful Elijah Spring, a calm oasis in the desert landscape.

After meeting at the David Citadel Hotel, you will begin your 3 to 5-hour tour, depending on the season. You will explore some of the religious highlights of Bethlehem, including the Church of the Nativity, St. Catherine, and the Shepherds' Fields. You will begin with the chance to visit the 1,500-year-old Church of Nativity where Jesus was born. From there you will enjoy beautiful views of the Old City of Bethlehem complete with the Manger Square. You will then take a ride through the city of Bethlehem and Beit Sahour passing by the main sites. A special visit to the Milk Grotto is also available, as well as a tour to the Shepherd’s Field where the Angels first announced the birth of Jesus Christ.

Discover the famous old city of Bethlemen and the Dead Sea on a guided day trip from Jerusalem. Swim in the Dead Sea, visit an olive wood factory and see the famous Church of the Nativity. Following pickup in Jerusalem, ride to Bethlehem to meet your guide before heading to the Old City of Bethlehem. Begin with a guided visit to the Church of the Nativity. Next, if availability allows, visit the Nativity Star and the Cave of St. Jerome. From there, head to the Milk Grotto Church, where it is believed that the Holy Family found refuge from the Massacre of the Innocents before they could flee into Egypt. Next, drive to the City of the Shepherd's, Bayt Sahur. In Bayt Sahurt, enjoy a guided visit to the Chapel of The Shepherd's Field, the church where the angels first appeared to the shepherds to announce the birth of Jesus Christ. Continue your trip with a visit to an olive wood factory and watch the artisans crafting wooden sculptures. Continue through the Judean Desert to reach the lowest point on Earth. Hop out and take pictures at sea-level in the desert . Continue to the Dead Sea to enjoy the rest of the day, either floating in the rich water or relaxing at the beach.

Pick up from your hotel in Amman at 7 a.m., after the drive, you will arrive at Allenby Bridge for immigration procedure to the other side. Start the classic tour visit with a drive to the top of Mount of Olives believed Jesus ascended to heaven. You will enjoy a magnificent view of ancient and modern Jerusalem, the center of the heavenly 3 world religions. Proceed with a walk down the Palm Sunday Road visiting the Chapel of Dominus Flevit, where Jesus wept. Continue with a walking tour of the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations, where Christ prayed on the night of his betrayal. Visit Damascus Gate. Then, head to the old city of Jerusalem and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the tomb of Jesus Christ. Proceed to visit the last standing remnant of the ancient Temple at the Western Wailing Wall, also visit the Al-Aqsa Mosque, and Dome of the Rock. (Please note there are scheduled timings for these visits, subject to security). Free time for lunch and to explore on your own. Depart in the afternoon to Bethlehem to visit the Nativity Church marking the birthplace of Jesus. Visit the Grotto Church, the Church of Saint Catherine, and Saint Jerome Caves where the bible was translated from Hebrew to Latin. Continue to the Shepherds' Field in Beit Sahour, believed where the angels appeared announcing the birth of Jesus. Transfer back to Allenby Bridge for departure. After immigration return to Amman and transfer to your hotel.

After pick up from meeting points in Tel Aviv, you will start your guided tour in Bethlehem at 08:30 AM (more or less) where you will spend around 20 minutes viewing the Bansky Art on the "Wall" that separates Israel from Bethlehem. Then, you will have a guided tour in the in the Manger Square and the Nativity Church (the holy place where Jesus Christ was born). If it is not crowded, you will be visiting the Chapel of the Milk Grotto (most of times it is not easy to get into the Grotto which means that we have to make an overview, in order to save time for your next station, as entering the Grotto may take long time waiting. Also, you will enjoy visiting one of the best "Olive Wood" Factories to see how olive wood is manufactured; too many families in this city depend on this industry for living. Then you will visit the Chapel of the Shepherd's Field in Beit Sahour City, the place where angels first announced the birth of Christ. Finally, you will move to the last station in Bethlehem which is the Souvenir Shop, and continue through the Judean Desert to Jericho the oldest City in the World dating back 11,000 years. On the way to Jericho you will stop at the Sea Level for few minutes to have some photos for memory. Arriving Jericho, you will have 30 minutes break then you will be visiting the most important Biblical sites such as Mount of Temptation Sight, Sycamore Tree and Elisha Spring; Finally, you will have some free time before returning to the 1st meeting point.

Our tour visits three of the region’s most interesting destinations. We start the day with a glimpse at the new Bethlehem, passing through the famous Banksy hotel for a short photo stop (time permitting). After that, there will be a visit to a local artisanal shop which will include a tea/coffee break and a presentation about the local crafts. Continue to a guided tour of the Church of Nativity, followed by a short walk through the streets of the old city and a visit to the Milk Grotto. Leaving Bethlehem, you’ll descend to the lowest region on Earth, towards the city of Jericho, the oldest in the world. Ascend via cable car to marvel at the spectacular view of the lush oasis and enjoy a guided tour of the Mount of Temptations monastery. A short stop at the Gallery of Temptations will give you the opportunity to sample local dates, halva, and other delicacies. Next, head to Qasr al Yahud Baptismal Site, where according to tradition, Jesus was baptized.  Itinerary: 06:30 - Pickup from Tel Aviv (Textile And Fashion Building, Kaufmann St 2, Tel Aviv-Yafo) 08:30 - Arrive in Bethlehem and meet your local guide, tour the city 12:00 -  Continue to Jericho for your guided tour and ascend the Mount of Temptation 14:30 - Visit the Qasr al Yahud Baptismal Site on the Jordan River 18:30 - Arrive back in Tel Aviv

After pick up from meeting points in Jerusalem, you will start your guided tour in Bethlehem at 08:30 AM (more or less) where you will spend around 20 minutes viewing the Bansky Art on the "Wall" that separates Israel from Bethlehem. Then, you will have a guided tour in the in the Manger Square and the Nativity Church (the holy place where Jesus Christ was born). If it is not crowded, you will be visiting the Chapel of the Milk Grotto (most of times it is not easy to get into the Grotto which means that we have to make an overview, in order to save time for your next station, as entering the Grotto may take long time waiting. Also, you will enjoy visiting one of the best "Olive Wood" Factories to see how olive wood is manufactured; too many families in this city depend on this industry for living. Then you will visit the Chapel of the Shepherd's Field in Beit Sahour City, the place where angels first announced the birth of Christ. Finally, you will move to the last station in Bethlehem which is the Souvenir Shop, and continue through the Judean Desert to Jericho the oldest City in the World dating back 11,000 years. On the way to Jericho you will stop at the Sea Level for few minutes to have some photos for memory. Arriving Jericho, you will have 30 minutes break then you will be visiting the most important Biblical sites such as Mount of Temptation Sight, Sycamore Tree and Elisha Spring; Finally, you will have some free time before returning to the 1st meeting point.

After meeting outside the Walled Off Hotel in Bethlehem, you will begin your 3 to 5-hour tour, depending on the season. You will explore some of the religious highlights of Bethlehem, including the Church of the Nativity, St. Catherine, and the Shepherds' Fields. Start your journey by visiting the historic 1,500-year-old Church of the Nativity, the birthplace of Jesus. Then, take in the stunning vistas of Bethlehem's Old City, including the iconic Manger Square. Continue your tour with a scenic drive through Bethlehem and Beit Sahour, passing by the key landmarks. Enjoy a unique visit to the Milk Grotto, coupled with a tour of the Shepherd’s Field, where the Angels first proclaimed the birth of Jesus Christ. Upon completing our tour of the sacred sites, including the Shepherd's Field, Milk Grotto, and the Nativity Church we visit the Olive Wood Factory and store and Drop you off back to the Walled-Off Hotel in Bethlehem or the 300 Check Point.

After being picked up from Jerusalem, travel to Bethlehem where you will meet your guide before heading into the old city of Bethlehem. Enjoy a guided visit to the Church of the Nativity as well as the Cave of St. Jerome. Continue your tour with a visit to the Milk Grotto Church before riding to the city of the shepherds, Bayt Sahur. In Bayt Sahur visit the Chapel of the Shepherds Field before getting to visit an olive wood factory where you will see artisans crafting wooden sculptures. Continue your tour with a visit to Herodion National Park before visiting the Monastery of Saint Saba to end your tour of Bethlehem. 

Immerse yourself in the religious history of Bethlehem on a private half-day tour with round-trip transportation from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv. Visit important religious sites including the churches of the Nativity, St. Catherine, and Shepherds Field. Enjoy pickup from your hotel in Jerusalem or Tel Aviv and meet your guide upon your arrival in the West Bank. Start by touring the 1,500-year-old Church of Nativity, located on the site where Jesus was born. Take in beautiful views of the Old City of Bethlehem, including the bustling Manger Square. Next, take a ride through Bethlehem and Beit Sahour to get an overview of the area's main sights. Stop by an olive wood factory in Beit Sahour to see local artisans crafting wooden sculptures. Visit the Milk Grotto Church and learn about its historical legacy. Finally, tour the Church of Shepherds Field, said to be located on the site where the angels first announced the birth of Jesus. After your tour, you will be dropped back off at your accommodation in Jerusalem or Tel Aviv.