Bethlehem, Jericho and Jordan River Day Trip from Jerusalem
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Experience Highlights
In this activity you will have the opportunity, for about 11 hours, to visit three of the most important historical destinations in the West Bank, Bethlehem, Jericho and the Jordan River. Throughout the activity, you will be accompanied by an expert guide, from whom you will learn about the culture and history of these places, so important in the biblical tradition.
In Bethlehem you will visit the Church of the Nativity, the place where Jesus is believed to have been born. In Jericho, you can explore the Mount of Temptation and the hilltop monastery, and at the Jordan River you can see the place where Christ was baptised . An activity that crosses some of the most important sites of the Christian and Jewish religions, ideal for lovers of tradition and history.
- Visit some of the main sites of the Judeo-Christian tradition.
- Learn, accompanied by an expert guide, about the culture and history of the sites you will visit.
- Learn about the main places in the life of Jesus Christ, including where he was born and where he was baptised.
What’s included
- Excursion to Bethlehem, Jericho and Jordan River
- Expert guide
- Round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Bottled water
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Step by Step
Join this tour, where you will have the opportunity to visit some of the most important historical sites in the West Bank region, such as Bethlehem, Jericho and the Jordan River . The activity will last about 11 hours, during which you will be accompanied by an expert guide, with whom you will discover many interesting facts about the culture and history of the places you will pass through.
In Bethlehem, you will visit the Church of the Nativity where, according to Christian tradition, Jesus Christ was born. The church was built in the 4th century and has undergone numerous restorations since then. It is an important pilgrimage site for Christians all over the world, and is considered a holy place.
You will continue your visit to Jericho, considered the oldest city in the world. In Jericho, you will visit the Mount of Temptation, where, according to Christian tradition, Jesus was tempted by the devil. The mountain has a monastery on top of the hill, which offers breathtaking panoramic views of the Jordan Valley. Should you choose this option, you can take a cable car ride to the top .
Finally, you will pass by the river where Jesus Christ was baptised by John the Baptist and learn about the importance of this river to the people of Israel today. At the end of the activity, you will return to the original starting point, as it is a round trip.