
Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem
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Is Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem worth booking?
Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem is a 10-hour experience in Jerusalem, Israel, from $95 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 3.9/5 rating across 83 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 3.9/5 (83)
- Duration
- 10 hours
- From
- $95 per person
Explore the spiritual and historical heart of the Holy Land on this guided day tour departing from Jerusalem. Discover Bethlehem’s Old City, visit a traditional olive wood art shop, and step inside the Church of the Nati
What you get
- Transportation from Jerusalem to all sites
- Hand-picked expert tour guide
About this experience
Explore the spiritual and historical heart of the Holy Land on this guided day tour departing from Jerusalem. Discover Bethlehem’s Old City, visit a traditional olive wood art shop, and step inside the Church of the Nativity as your guide brings its history to life. Travel down into the Jordan Valley to ancient Jericho, where you’ll ride the cable car up to the Mount of Temptation monastery for sweeping views over the desert oasis below. End the day at Qasr al-Yahud on the Jordan River, one of Christianity’s most important pilgrimage sites. This full-day experience offers meaningful insight into some of the region’s most iconic biblical landscapes, with guaranteed departures from Jerusalem. Book now!
What's included
Included
- Transportation from Jerusalem to all sites
- Hand-picked expert tour guide
Not included
- Meals and drinks
- Ticket to the cable car in Jericho
- Personal travel insurance
- Gratuities
What you'll see and do
Arrive in Bethlehem, where you’ll meet your local guide
15 minutes here
Admire olive wood carvings and crafts on a coffee/tea break
30 minutes here
Church of the Nativity
Visit the famous Church of the Nativity
120 minutes here
Mount of Temptation Monastery
Continue to Jericho and ascend the Mount of Temptation, where you’ll be guided through the monastery
60 minutes here · Admission not included
The Baptismal Site on the Jordan River - Kasr El Yahud
Visit the Qasr al Yahud Baptismal Site on the Jordan River (with the option to be baptized)
30 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Jerusalem
Please wait in front of the hotel
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Please wait in front of the hotel
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- en
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Tourist Israel
Know before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that order of sites are subject to change as per the guidance of local operator
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Please bring cash so your guide can collect the money on the bus and buy your skip-the-line tickets in advance. The Jericho cable car costs 60 NIS, 20 USD, or 17 EUR - we accept all 3 currencies. Without cash, you may need to wait in line
- At the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem, we cannot always guarantee entry to the grotto due to the high number of visitors
- Modest dress is obligatory for visits to holy sites; travelers must have covered knees and shoulders
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Good to know
- Duration
- 10 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun
- Price range
- $95 to $99
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 29
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Why this scores 62
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Jerusalem.
How much does Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem cost?
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Prices start at $95 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Jerusalem usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem take?
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Plan for about 10 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Jerusalem is not rushed.
Is Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.9/5 across 83 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Jerusalem, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 10-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem?
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Around 29 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Jerusalem can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Jerusalem and add a light layer if any part of the 10-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Bethlehem, Jericho, and Jordan River Day Tour from Jerusalem start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Jerusalem within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Jerusalem?
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On Outty we rank every Jerusalem experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Jerusalem Boutique Tour from Tel Aviv, Travel to Bethlehem Half Day Guided Tour from Jerusalem, Jerusalem: Dual Narrative Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Jerusalem?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Jerusalem?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
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