Bethlehem Hotel Pickup - Private Full-Day Tour
West Bank, Tel Aviv
Discover Bethlehem on a private full-day tour with a local guide. Explore the Nativity, Milk Grotto, Shepherds’ Field, ancient history, street art, culture, and local life.
Highlights
- Visit the Church of the Nativity, Milk Grotto, and Shepherds’ Field
- Discover the separation barrier, street art, and works by Banksy
- Explore Solomon’s Pools and Bethlehem’s ancient water system
- Experience local culture, food, crafts, and daily life
- Explore Bethlehem with a local guide born and raised in the city
Description
Begin your private tour at Manger Square and explore the Church of the Nativity, traditionally recognized as the birthplace of Jesus Christ. Discover its history, architecture, and religious significance, including the Grotto of the Nativity.
Continue to the nearby Milk Grotto before traveling to Beit Sahour to visit Shepherds’ Field and explore the traditions surrounding the announcement of the birth of Jesus to the shepherds.
Discover another side of Bethlehem by visiting the separation barrier and its striking graffiti and street art, including works associated with Banksy, while learning about contemporary life in Bethlehem from a local perspective.
Continue toward Solomon’s Pools, three impressive historic reservoirs associated with the ancient water systems that supplied Jerusalem over many centuries. Learn about the remarkable aqueduct system and engineering used to transport water through the hills toward Jerusalem.
The itinerary remains flexible according to available time, group size, pace, and guests’ interests. When time allows, additional experiences can include walking through Bethlehem’s old quarters, meeting and interacting with local people, and tasting Palestinian specialties such as falafel, shawarma, or other local food.
Bethlehem is also famous for its centuries-old handicraft traditions, particularly olive-wood carving, mother-of-pearl work, and religious articles. Guests interested in local craftsmanship may visit workshops or shops and learn about these traditions. Shopping is completely optional, and assistance can be provided to guests who wish to find authentic locally made products.
Includes
- Visit to Manger Square
- Explore Church of the Nativity
- Visit Milk Grotto
- Travel to Beit Sahour
- Visit Shepherds’ Field
- View separation barrier and graffiti
- Visit Solomon’s Pools
- Learn about ancient water systems
- Flexible itinerary based on time and interests
- Opportunity to meet local people
- Taste Palestinian specialties
- Visit handicraft workshops or shops
Excludes
Shopping is optional
Important Information
- The itinerary is flexible according to available time, group size, pace, and guests’ interests Shopping is optional and assistance can be provided to find authentic locally made products
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
