Daily available exclusive small group tour to visit the Christian holy sites of Bethlehem and Jericho’s area Jordan River Qasr El Yahud Baptismal site and the Dead Sea. In Bethlehem visit Manger Square, the Church of Nativity, the Grotto of the Nativity where Jesus was born. Explore the biblical sites of Bethlehem. Visit Qaser el Yahud on the Jordan River where John baptized Jesus. You will have the opportunity to be baptized. Proceed to final destination, to the Dead Sea, where you can relax and enjoy the natural health and beauty benefits of the salt and mineral-rich sea. Minimum 4 people per reservation. 

SMALL GROUP OF UP TO 8 PEOPLE – DAILY  

Bethlehem Qasr El Yahud & Dead Sea Tour from Jerusalem INCLUDES  

• Pickup from main central pickup point
•  Return transfer to your pickup point
•  All transfers in A/C vehicles according to the tour itinerary
•  Government licensed tour guide in English
•  All entrance fees to all sites visited according to the tour itinerary

Bethlehem Qasr El Yahud & Dead Sea Tour from Jerusalem ITINERARY

Pickup from  your Jerusalem main pickup location and you start your way to the castle of the Jews or Qasr el Yahud is on the River Jordan not far from Jericho. The baptismal site on the banks of the Jordan River, Qasr al-Yahud, is the site where according to tradition, Jesus was baptized. It is the western part of the traditional site of the baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist (Matthew 3:13-17), a name which was historically used for the pilgrimage site on both sides of the river. The very same place is also a well known location where the Israelites crossed the river Jordan into the promised land and where the prophet Elijah ascended to Heaven. An opportunity to be baptized is available.

Next, proceed to Bethlehem. Bethlehem, the place where Jesus Christ was born. Our journey takes us to Manger Square which is surrounded by the Mosque of Omar, the Palestinian Peace center the Church of Nativity of which some may recognize as the oldest functioning church in the world. The Church of Nativity was built in the 4th century and was extended during the 6th century. Some of the original mosaic floorings exist today. Entering the Basilica of the Nativity we go creep through a low doorway called the “Door of Humility”. On the walls, we can see golden mosaics with 30 of the 44 pink limestone columns of the nave of the church which were embellished with decorations by the Crusaders. Below the church, there is a grotto that has an engraving in Latin stating “Here Jesus Christ was born to the Virgin Mary.” You will also find in the church a chapel of the manger and the altar of the Adoration of the Magi. (The three Wise men). Leaving the church past the Armenian Chapel of the Kings we proceed towards the Church of St Catherine and enter the Church of Nativity. Here, inside and down below are grottoes(caves), where we will observe several tombs and chapels in dedication to the babies killed under Herod. (Mathew. 2:16)

To end off a perfect day the tour takes you to the Dead Sea, where we take a trip to one of the best Dead Sea beaches to relax and float in its high saline waters, or give yourself a mud bath by covering your body with the Dead Sea’s black mineral-rich mud, giving yourself a natural health and beauty treatment. Here you can float in the water that is 8.5 times saltier than the ocean; lather your skin with mineral-rich Dead Sea mud and soak up the sun on the beach. Return transfer to pick up point.

Bethlehem Qasr El Yahud & Dead Sea Tour from Jerusalem HIGHTLIGHTS

• Visit Bethlehem, Church of Nativity, touch the Silver Star
• Explore ancient Jericho, one of the oldest cities on Earth
• Visit the famous Biblical sycamore tree and Elisha’s Spring
• Experience Qasr el Yahud, a sacred baptism location
• Float effortlessly in the healing waters of the Dead Sea
• Pamper in therapeutic mineral‑rich Dead Sea mud 

  General Info Notes   

• Tour duration is up to 10 hours
• Minimum of 4 people per booking required 
• Theme of this group tour is Christianity, Religious, History, Cultural, Sightseeing
• This group tour best suited to couples, families, solo travelers and faith-focused travelers
• This tour includes a reasonable amount of walking, physical rating of easy to moderate
• This tour suitable for travelers aged 4–99, with an easy to moderate physical rating 
• Lunches – each tour day includes a scheduled lunch break, giving you the option to enjoy a meal at a local restaurant, café, or food market or to bring your own lunch in advance if you prefer
• Estimated return time to Tel Aviv 18:00 / Jerusalem 19:00
• 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. Dress code is smart casual.
• Visiting Qasr El Yahud Baptismal site, gives you opportunity to get baptized. Group stays in Qasr El Yahud for estimated 30-40 minutes. Enough time for Baptismal ceremony. We do not organize or provide baptismal services. All must be proceeded within group visit time frame.
• Baptisms are only allowed while wearing the special white robes, which can be rented or purchased on site. Swim suits must be worn under the robe.
•  The site provides spacious change facilities with showers, toilets and change rooms for your convenience. All visitors are required to change in the change facilities. Access to them is included with the rent or purchase of a baptismal kit.
• Recommended for this tour: Comfortable walking shoes, hats, sun screen and drinking water
• Free of charge reschedule 24 before the tour day. Covered by Compass Risk Free policy
• Assistance via WhatsApp  +972 58 707 66 11

Group or Private Tour Packages  – Terms and Conditions – Cancellation policy:

• Cancellation at any time 10% of the total price is nonrefundable
• Cancellation less than two months before the arrival day 50% of total price charge will be applied
• Cancellation less than a month before the arrival day 75% of total price charge will be applied
• Cancellation less than a week before the arrival day 100% of total price full charge will be applied
• Cancellation / Reschedule terms are the same
• Any unused services fully nonrefundable
• All not mentioned in includes – excluded from the tour package
• Free of charge reschedule 24 before the tour day. Covered by Compass Risk Free Policy

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