Palm Sunday in Jerusalem: Mass at Bethpage and Via Dolorosa Procession

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About this activity

Celebrate Palm Sunday in Jerusalem, and attend mass at a church in Bethpage before joining the famous procession along the Via Dolorosa pilgrimage route. Reenacting the famous Passover event when Jesus is said to have entered Jerusalem by donkey, the procession takes place yearly, and draws colorful crowds of Christian locals and pilgrims from all over the world. Walk from the Mount of Olives through Kidron Valley and into Jerusalem’s Old City, passing must-see biblical landmarks such as the Garden of Gethsemane, Lion’s Gate and more.

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At a glance

Duration: 6 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 40 people
People per booking: 1–9
Guide: English
Operated by: Bein Harim Ltd

Ages: Children (4–11 years) · Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Professional guide
Included: Entrance fees
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

Not included: Food and drinks
Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Mount of Olives

1 h 30 min

Visit Mount of Olives sites
Kidron Valley

Passing by

View the Kidron Valley
Old City of Jerusalem

3 hours

Walk the streets of the Old City of Jerusalem
Church of Saint Anne in Jerusalem

20 min Admission included

Visit the Church of Saint Anne
Pools of Bethesda

30 min Admission included

Visit the Pools of Bethesda
Chapel Of The Ascension

20 min

Visit the Church of the Ascension
Dominus Flevit Church

20 min

Visit the Church of Dominus Flevit
Garden of Gethsemane

20 min

Pass through Garden of Gethsemane
The Way of the Cross - Via Dolorosa

40 min

Walk along the Via Dolorosa
Muslim Quarter

Passing by

Pass through the Muslim Quarter

Meeting point and pickup

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

Pickup points

David Citadel Hotel
Grand Court Hotel

Using your ticket

Please note this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 4

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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

Good to know

Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Hotel pickup is available from Grand Court and David's Citadel hotel.
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. 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
There is no lunch stop during the tour; it is recommended that you bring light snacks and water
Please note this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 4