2-Day Best of Israel Tour: Old Jerusalem, Bethlehem, Masada and the Dead Sea

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About this activity

Indulge both body and soul on the 2-Day Best of Israel Tour. After an action-packed day exploring the ancient biblical cities of Jerusalem and Bethlehem, spend your second day relaxing and taking in the sights at Masada before a spot of Dead Sea pampering.

Due to maintenance working of the cable car, the site of Masada will be closed between January 13th-27th 2019.

As a substitution, tour will visit at Qumran caves and Baptism site on the Jordan River.

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At a glance

Duration: 2 days
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 40 people
People per booking: 1–12
Guide: English
Operated by: Bein Harim Ltd

Ages: Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Breakfast
Included: Hotel pickup and drop off
Included: Overnight accommodation

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks, unless specified
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Day 1 · Jerusalem and Bethlehem Tour

Mount Scopus National Botanical Garden

30 min

View the Old City of Jerusalem from Mount Scopus
Garden of Gethsemane

Passing by

View the Garden of Gethsemane
Church All Nations

Passing by

See the Church of All Nations
Kidron Valley

Passing by

Pass through the Kidron Valley
Old City of Jerusalem

2 h 30 min

Walk through the streets of the Old City
Jewish Quarter

30 min

Visit the Jewish Quarter and the Byzantine Cardo
Western Wall

20 min

Visit the Western (wailing) wall
Christian Quarter

40 min

Visit the Christian Quarter
The Way of the Cross - Via Dolorosa

30 min

Visit some of the stations of the Cross (Via Dolorosa)
Church of the Holy Sepulchre

30 min

Eglise du Saint-Sepulcre, Christian Quarter, Jerusalem Israel
Bethlehem

2 hours

Visit Bethlehem - the birthplace of Christ
Church of the Nativity

40 min

Visit the Church of Nativity
Church of St. Catherine

20 min Admission not included

If possible, visit the Church of St. Catherine

Overnight stay at Jerusalem

Day 2 · Masada and the Dead Sea Tour

The Good Samaritan Museum

Passing by

Pass by the Good Samaritan Inn
Masada National Park

1 h 30 min

Ascend to Masada and explore the National Park
Herodium Park

30 min

Tour the remains of Herod’s palace
En Gedi Nature Reserve

Passing by

See Ein Gedi natural reserve
Dead Sea

2 hours Admission included

Float and mud yourself at the Dead sea

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Dan Panorama Jerusalem
David Citadel Hotel
Grand Court Hotel
Leonardo Boutique Jerusalem
Ramada by Wyndham Jerusalem
Agripas Boutique Hotel
Leonardo Plaza Hotel Jerusalem
Dan Boutique Jerusalem
Prima Vera Hotel

Please note that our pickup/drop-off is available from a few central hotels only. Please select the hotel closest to your address from the drop-down menu on the tour page. If you are not sure which of the listed hotels is a good fit, please choose the option “I don’t see my pickup location” and insert enter your accommodation address. After the booking is approved by the local tour operator, a confirmation email from Bein Harim will be sent to you mentioning the final pickup point closest to your address. Please read the email with the attached booking confirmation carefully to make sure you are waiting for the pickup at the correct location. Please make sure to wait for the pickup at the hotel entrance.

Using your ticket

A valid passport is essential; remember to carry it (or a photocopy) at all times.

Due to visitor overload a visit down to the Nativity cave is not always possible

Cancellation

Free cancellation

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

If you cancel	You get back
At least 3 days before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A current valid passport is required for a visit in Bethlehem
A moderate dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. Please refrain from wearing shorts. Knees and shoulders must be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
The tour includes a reasonable amount of walking; comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Recommended to bring hats, bathing suit, towels and sun protection when visiting the Dead Sea
Please note this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 4

Options

Tourist Class - Double Room

DBL Room / Tourist Class Hotel: 1-night accommodation in a Double Room on a bed & breakfast basis. This option suits for 2,4,6,8,10,12 travelers.

Pickup included
Tourist Class - Single Room

SGL Room / Tourist Class Hotel: 1-night accommodation in a Single Room. This option suits for 1 traveler or more who want to stay in single rooms.

Pickup included
Tourist Class - Triple Room

TPL Room / Tourist Class Hotel: 1-night accommodation in a Triple Room on a bed & breakfast basis. This option suits for 3,6,9,12 travelers.

Pickup included