Christmas Eve in Israel Jerusalem and Midnight Mass in Bethlehem

12 hours Free cancellation

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About this activity

Spend Christmas Eve in the Holy Land on this full-day tour of sacred Christian sites in Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv. See religious sanctuaries such as the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the Church of the Nativity with a knowledgeable guide. Admire sweeping vistas of Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives and circle the Old City walls before walking through the Christian quarter. End your evening in Bethlehem, where you’ll enjoy a spectacular Christmas dinner and view midnight mass from Manger’s Square.

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At a glance

Duration: 12 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 40 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: Bein Harim Ltd

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

What is included

Included

Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Included: Professional guide
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Christmas dinner

Not included

Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

Mount of Olives

View the city of Jerusalem from Mt. of Olives
Garden of Gethsemane

View the Garden of Gethsemane
Kidron Valley

See the Kidron Valley
Old City of Jerusalem

1 h 30 min

Visit the streets of old city of Jerusalem
Christian Quarter

40 min

Walk in the Christian Quarter
Church of the Holy Sepulchre

20 min

Visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre
Bethlehem

5 hours

Arrive at Manger Square and enjoy a festive Christmas Eve dinner
Church of the Nativity

one hour Admission included

If possible, attend the Mass or watch on outdoor screens

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

Please wait Infront of the hotel lobby

Using your ticket

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

Hotel pickups commence approximately 30 - 60 minutes prior to this time, exact pickup time will be advised on reconfirmation.

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
Please note this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 4
Modest dress is obligatory for visits to holy sites; covered knees and shoulders
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Recommended to bring comfortable walking shoes and warm clothes
You will be required to change vehicles when entering the Palestinian territory