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Day tour of Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Ashdod Port

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Day tour of Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Ashdod Port — Kids-friendly things to do in Ashdod

Full-day guided tour from Ashdod Port to Jerusalem and Bethlehem, including top sights and lunch.

Start your day in the Holy Land with a departure from Ashdod Port, where a guide will meet you as you disembark from your cruise ship. Travel in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle to Jerusalem, making your first stop at Mount Scopus for an overview of the city.

The journey continues as you drive past the Mount of Olives, spotting significant sites including the Church of All Nations and the Garden of Gethsemane. Once inside the Old City, you’ll walk through key landmarks such as the Western Wall, the Cardo, and the Via Dolorosa, before taking a break for lunch. After exploring Jerusalem, the tour moves on to Bethlehem to visit the Nativity Church. After a full day of exploration, you'll be returned to Ashdod port in time for your cruise.

FAQ

Good to know

What's included in this experience?+
• All applicable fees and taxes • A guide will be with you throughout the day • Air conditioning is provided in the vehicle • Pick-up and drop-off are included at the Ashdod cruise port
What's NOT included?+
• Lunch • Tips
What should I know before booking?+
• Not advised for individuals with spinal injuries • Not suitable for those with cardiovascular problems • Appropriate for all levels of physical fitness • Not recommended for individuals with mobility concerns
What's the cancellation policy?+
To receive a full refund, cancellations must be made a minimum of 24 hours prior to the scheduled departure time.
How does pickup work?+
Upon your arrival at the port, a guide will be present with a sign displaying “Bein Harim.”
What's the itinerary?+
• Begin with a panoramic view of the city from Mount Scopus before proceeding to the Old City of Jerusalem. • Explore the Byzantine Cardo, which is flanked by columns in the Jewish Quarter of the Old City. • Visit the Jewish Quarter located in the Old City of Jerusalem. • Enter the Old City on foot through one of the large gates in the 16th-century walls, passing by the Western Wall excavations while heading towards the Western Wall, the last remnant of the ancient Jewish Temple on Temple Mount. • The Holy Sepulcher Church, established in the 4th century, encompasses Christ's tomb and the crucifixion site known as Golgotha (Calvary). • Walk along a portion of the Via Dolorosa, retracing the path Jesus took while carrying his cross. • Explore the Christian Quarter within the Old City of Jerusalem. • Re-enter the Old City on foot through one of the significant gates in the 16th-century walls and pass the Western Wall excavations on the way to the Western Wall. • In Bethlehem, visit the Nativity Church and see the Holy Grotto, recognized as the nativity site. Please note that high visitor numbers can sometimes limit access to the Nativity Grotto in Bethlehem.

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