The 10 Best Archaeology Tours in Bethlehem, West Bank

November 16, 2021 Enedina Augsburger

The obvious reason to travel to Bethlehem is to visit the Church of the Nativity in Manger Square. The city's outskirts contain Shepherds' Fields and the intriguing Mar Saba Monastery.
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1. 4-Day Christian Israel Tour from Tel Aviv

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Tour the best of the Christian sites in Israel. Travel and see the many Churches, the amazing architecture, and the scenery as you are driving. Tour with a licensed guide to see the Church of Nativity, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and many more. This is a 4 day tour that will cover most of the places that Jesus has walked.  Tour with a loved one, friends, church group, or alone.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 3 nights' accommodation

Exclusions: Entrance fees during Where Jesus walked tour - 44 ILS per person

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Booking-Tours's customer service team has the best and most caring and efficient operators in any travel business I have used. They have, without doubt, made every effort to secure a booking for our small group of friends, on the cruise we wanted and on the date we wanted. Despite this being booked out, Muhamed grabbed some cabins that were just released and held them for us. Not just he, but others such as Nadine, Ibrahim, and Ashraf in Cairo, did a fantastic job of always being on top of the situation and trying to secure for us What we wanted. Thanks, Muhamed for getting those places - exemplary service - and great pro-active work! I commend you to your boss as a great example of a valuable employee. BTW we have all booked and paid our deposits and the cabins have been confirmed. Looking forward to a great holiday. H. Else

2. Day Tour of Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Jerusalem

Jerusalem, Israel Click Tours Israel
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Explore the holy site Jerusalem and Bethlehem on a full-day tour Visit the Israel’s holiest and oldest sites. Drive to Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city. Enter the Old City and walk through the Armenian and Jewish quarters to the recently excavated and restored Cardo, the Roman road. See the Jewish Wailing Wall, the Kotel, and continue to the Christian quarter. Walk along the Via Dolorosa and visit the Church of Holy Sepulchre. Continue to Bethlehem where Jesus was born; Walk through the Manger square to visit the Church of Nativity; View the Shepherds' field. . • Full-day tour of the biblical sites in Bethlehem and Jerusalem. • See Israel's most important churches. • Follow Jesus' path down the Via Dolorosa and Holy Land. • Explore Bethlehem's Christian landmarks. • Free hotel pickup and drop-off included from Jerusalem.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup Jerusalem: 08:30 AM and drop-off, Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Includes all entrance fees

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Insurance not included

Reviewed By johnjgentry

If you are a traveler interested in the local history or culture of the area, or a pilgrim wanting to experience contact with the light, this is a must-see while in Jerusalem.

3. Highlight of the Jerusalem and Bethlehem Biblical Trip from Tel Aviv

Netanya, Israel Click Tours Israel
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This tour is Combine of two holy cities on this full-day sightseeing tour: Jerusalem and Bethlehem. Starting from the view of the Mount Scopus , the itinerary follows biblical sites from Mt. Zion to the Old City, including a walking tour through the Muslim, Jewish, and Christian quarters. In the Jewish Quarter, we visit the Byzantine Cardo and the Western Wall. Following on the Christian quarters the Via Dolorosa where Jesus walked bearing his cross, we reach the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Continue to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity where Jesus was born and Jesus was born and see the original excavated mosaic. If possible, we will visit chapel caves beneath the Church of Saint Catherine. • Full-day tour of the biblical sites in Bethlehem and Jerusalem. • See world famous classical landmarks of Jerusalem, the City of Gold • Follow Jesus' path down the Via Dolorosa and Holy Land. • Explore Bethlehem's Christian landmarks. • Pickup and drop-off included

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop off, Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Includes all entrance fees

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Insurance

Reviewed By johnjgentry

If you are a traveler interested in the local history or culture of the area, or a pilgrim wanting to experience contact with the light, this is a must-see while in Jerusalem.

4. Half day trip in Bethlehem

Checkpoint 300/Bethlehem Road, Jerusalem Fadi Elie Tours
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You will explore the city with a local Bethlehemite, who knows the treasures of the city. You will have the time to ask questions and go deep in the culture and traditions. Check the video for a brief overview of the trip

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Fuel surcharge, Parking Fees, Private Tour Guide

Exclusions: Lunch, Transportation from Jerusalem to the Checkpoint and back, Pick up from any hotel outside of Bethlehem City

5. Journey Through the Holy Land of Israel & Jordan - 11 Days

Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel Click Tours Israel
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Explore the Holy Land site of Israel and Jordan , This 11 day adventure covers Holy Land top tour sites. Begin in Tel Aviv make your way to Northern Israel to visit Nazareth, Sea of Galilee, Galilee, Golan Hights, Tabgha, Capernaum and sleep at a kibbutz near Galilee. Explore Israel’s culture and history in modern Haifa, ancient Caesarea and Tel Aviv’s bustling port. Visit the archeological sites atop Masada plateau then immerse yourself in the Dead Sea. We continue to Holy Jerusalem and Bethlehem Christian sites. We continue to the south to Visit Jordan - Petra, Jerash, Mount Nebo Amman. . ● Explore Bethlehem, Nazareth, the Golan Heights and the miracle sites of the Sea of Galilee. ● Visit historic sites of Jordan - Petra, Jerash, Mount Nebo Amman. ● Entrance fees to places of interest while touring. ● 10-night biblical and historical Israel tour and Jordan. ● Visit Haifa, UNESCO-listed Acre and ancient Caesara. ● Explore Wadi Rum with unforgettable Jeep Tour

Inclusions: Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, 10 nights hotel accommodation on bed and breakfast basis. , Assistance at the airport upon arrival. , Transfers from/to airport on arrival and departure., Sightseeing in a modern air conditioned touring vehicle. , Service of a Government licensed guide on all touring days. , Entrance fees to places of interest while touring.

Exclusions: Porterage at airport., Tipping for guide, driver and hotel staff., Beverages with meals., Traveler’s medical/baggage insurance., Entry Visa to Jordan (if required for restricted nationalities), Border Taxes & Border Shuttle transfers - Israel & Jordan (approx. US$52 per person - paid on tour)

Reviewed By johnjgentry

If you are a traveler interested in the local history or culture of the area, or a pilgrim wanting to experience contact with the light, this is a must-see while in Jerusalem.

6. Bethlehem and Jerusalem Day Biblical Tour from Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel Click Tours Israel
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Combine visits to two holy cities on this full-day sightseeing tour: Jerusalem and Bethlehem. Starting with view of Mount of Olives, the itinerary follows biblical sites from Mt. Zion to the Old City, including a walking tour through the Muslim, Jewish, and Christian quarters. Continue to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity among other religious sites like the Via Dolorosa. With coach transport it’s easy to get to each destination. . • Full-day tour of the biblical sites in Bethlehem and Jerusalem. • See Israel's most important churches. • Follow Jesus' path down the Via Dolorosa. • Explore Bethlehem's Christian landmarks. • Free hotel pickup and drop-off included

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Includes all entrance fees

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Insurance

Reviewed By johnjgentry

If you are a traveler interested in the local history or culture of the area, or a pilgrim wanting to experience contact with the light, this is a must-see while in Jerusalem.

7. Bethlehem & Dead Sea Full-Day Tour

David Citadel Hotel, King David St 7, Jerusalem, 9410119, Israel Elijah Tours & Travel
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4.8 based on 77 reviews

Tour to Bethlehem the city where Jesus Christ was born including the Church of Nativity Drive through north of the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea region. Bathing at the Dead Sea. Immerse in the muds and float in the salty waters. Start heading back towards Jerusalem Drop off in Jerusalem David Citadel Hotel Drop off in Tel Aviv for Tel Aviv Pick up option only *Please bring your passport because it's required sometimes when passing the checkpoint

Inclusions: Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, Only Bethlehem with Guide, Pick up and Drop off to David Citadel Hotel Jerusalem, Dead Sea Entrance Fee (85NIS)

Exclusions: Food & Drink, Gratuities, Hotel Pick up & Drop off, the Visit to Grotto Inside The Nativity church because of long queues

Reviewed By prestonsharkey

Amazing!! Elias was a very good and nice tour guide. Me and my two friends went on the tour in early 2021 while the country was still closed to tourists. Even though it was just a small group of 3 of us, Elias still arranged all of the transportation to/from Bethlehem and gave us the tour despite it not being enough for him to make a real profit. He was super accommodating and gave us snacks, and little souvenirs. The tour was very interesting and informative. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to tour Bethlehem.

8. Desert Jeep Tour from Jerusalem: Mar Saba Monastery and Wadi Qelt

Abraham Hostel Jerusalem, הנביאים 67, כיכר דוידקה קומה ראשונה, Jerusalem, 9470211, Israel Abraham Tours
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Discover cliff-clinging monasteries and sacred sights aplenty on a jeep tour through the Judean Desert. After leaving Jerusalem, travel by 7-seater jeep through sandy plains to enjoy photos stops at Mt Azazel and the impressive, yet little-known, Mar Saba Monastery or St. George Monastery. Hear about the Greek Orthodox monks who live there, and learn about the area’s history from a local guide. In the afternoon stop at Ein Prat nature reserve to admire the Wadi Qelt springs and swim or hike.

Inclusions: Transport by jeep, Professional local guide

Exclusions: Entrance to Ein Prat (approx. 29 shekels), Food and drinks, Drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By 419raquelm

Anybody coming to Israel and is interested to book an excursion or the surrounding countries must book it with them. Their staff gives excellent service.

9. Jerusalem, Bethlehem and Dead Sea Tour from Eilat

Americana Hotel Eilat, Kamen St, Eilat, Israel Tourist Israel
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Start the day at 06:00 AM and travel north from Eilat through the Negev Desert and see three of Israel's highlights during this full-day guided tour (in English). Admire the view at the Dead Sea (photo stop). Go to Bethlehem and visit the Church of Nativity. Explore the old city of Jerusalem including the Western Wall, Via Dolorosa and Church of the Sepulchre before returning to Eilat by 22:00 PM.

Inclusions: All transportation in air conditioned vehicles, Guided tour in Jerusalem and Bethlehem in English

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By L3626PPalanm

In all my years of travel,this is the worst company I ever dealed with, In September I had to cancel because my airline el al didn't run plane's, I notified them timely to get my 2800 refund for 2 trips,they would not refund me only promised me that they are working on refunds,they said we can't put it in your credit card but we will wire to your bank acct. But said they can't do because of wrong information I gave. Recieved from the bank manager,still keeps on giving me run around. They will send reply now saying let's talk about this,we have been working with you,but that's just for print only. I have lost my money,I just want anybody who books to know you will not be refunded for large payments, just be careful, 391 terrible ratings is not good for any company, I learned my lesson never to deal with a company with that many bad ratings. Be careful.

10. Bethlehem and Jerusalem Day Biblical Trip from Jerusalem - Small Group

Jerusalem, Israel Click Tours Israel
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Combine visits to two holy cities on this full-day sightseeing tour: Jerusalem and Bethlehem. Starting from the Mount of Olives, the itinerary follows biblical sites from Mt. Zion to the Old City, including a walking tour through the Muslim, Jewish, and Christian quarters. Continue to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity among other religious sites like the Via Dolorosa. With coach transport it’s easy to get to each destination. . • Full-day tour of the biblical sites in Bethlehem and Jerusalem. • See Israel's most important churches. • Follow Jesus' path down the Via Dolorosa. • Explore Bethlehem's Christian landmarks. • Free hotel pickup and drop-off included from Jerusalem 

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Professional guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Includes all entrance fees

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Insurance

Reviewed By johnjgentry

If you are a traveler interested in the local history or culture of the area, or a pilgrim wanting to experience contact with the light, this is a must-see while in Jerusalem.

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