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Half Day Private Tour of Bethlehem

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Accompanied by your own private guide, visit the grotto of the birthplace of Jesus in the Nativity Church, Saint Jerome's Caves, Saint Catherine Church, Milk Grotto Church and the Shepherd's Field.

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  • Drop-off at Checkpoint 300 or Bethlehem hotel
  • Pickup from Checkpoint 300 or Bethlehem hotel
  • Local guide driver
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities
  • Public transportation to the meeting point and back to your hotel
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Beit Sahour (pass by)

Meet at Bethlehem 300 Checkpoint and drive to the city of Beit Sahour, the city of Shepherds who keep watch over their flock by night. In the past, the Canaanites inhabited its numerous caves, and today it is the home of many churches and convents.
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Church of Shepherds Field

Visit the Shepherds Field Church, the site that commemorates the visit of the Angel Gabriel to the shepherd to tell them the good news that Jesus was born in Bethlehem.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Church of the Nativity

Drive to the old city of Bethlehem towards Manger Square and the Nativity Church. Visit the Nativity Church that was built by Justinian in 530 AD, and you will enter the Byzantine basilica through the main entrance, also known as 'The Door of Humility' and see the original floor of the first church of Constantine from 326 AD. You will take the steps to get down to the grotto, the spot where Jesus was born from Virgin Mary.
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40 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Church of St. Catherine of Alexandria

Visit Saint Catherine Church, the main Catholic parish church in Bethlehem and where the midnight Christmas Mass is celebrated on Christmas Eve.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cave of St. Jerome

Visit Saint Jerome’s Caves to see the place where he lived and translated the bible in the fifth century.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Blessings Gift Shop and The Olive Wood Factory

Visit one of the old olive wood workshops in Bethlehem and learn about the local handicraft while watching the artists working.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Milk Grotto

It is believed that while Virgin Mary was feeding baby Jesus, a drop of milk hit the ground and turned all of the stones white.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Bethlehem

A short walk in the old city of Bethlehem and learn about its history.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Checkpoint 300/Bethlehem Road

Before the tour finish, we will stop at the separation wall and see also the graffitis.Afterward, drive to the Checkpoint where the tour will end.
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30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • A current valid passport is required on the day of travel

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Half Day Private Tour of Bethlehem?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EEST).
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The following is included:
  • Drop-off at Checkpoint 300 or Bethlehem hotel.
  • Pickup from Checkpoint 300 or Bethlehem hotel.
  • Local guide driver.
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  • Gratuities.
  • Public transportation to the meeting point and back to your hotel.
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  • Wheelchair accessible
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  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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