From Bethlehem: Bethlehem Tour & Dead Sea Experience
Southern District, Israel, Tel Aviv
Explore Bethlehem, including the historic Church of the Nativity, then continue to the Dead Sea to relax and float at the lowest point on earth. A full-day Holy Land experience from Bethlehem.
This guided tour in Bethlehem suits visitors interested in key Christian sites and ends with relaxing at the Dead Sea, the lowest spot on earth.
Highlights
- Explore the Milk Grotto with a guide
- Visit the Olive Wood Factory and handicrafts store
- Encounter St. Catherine's Church
- Enter the 1500-year-old Church of the Nativity
- Relax and float in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea
Description
Meet your group in Bethlehem and start a journey through some of the Holy Land’s most significant Christian landmarks. Visit the Church of the Nativity, the traditional birthplace of Jesus, followed by St. Catherine's Church and the Shepherds’ Fields in nearby Beit Sahour.
Stop at the Milk Grotto to learn about the historical traditions connected to Christ’s birth. Then, visit an authentic olive wood workshop and Christian souvenir store where local artisans hand-carve olive wood items and where you can find unique holy gifts from Bethlehem.
After exploring Bethlehem’s sacred sites, head to the Dead Sea to relax and float in its mineral-rich waters while experiencing the unique environment at the lowest point on Earth. The tour concludes with a return to the meeting point in Bethlehem.
Includes
- Pickup and return only to the Walled Off Hotel in Bethlehem
- Transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
- Licensed tour guide in Bethlehem; driver only for Dead Sea segment
- One bottle of water
Excludes
- Dead Sea entrance tickets (45 NIS each)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off outside the Walled Off Hotel
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Important Information
- Bring your passport and Israeli visa. Israeli passport holders cannot join this tour due to Israeli law.
- Return is only to the Walled Off Hotel in Bethlehem at tour end.
- A local Palestinian guide meets the group at the border; vehicle changes may be necessary.
Cancellation Policy
Cancel up to 24 hours before the tour for a full refund.
For best experience, bring identification documents, comfortable clothing, and swimwear for the Dead Sea stop. Book in advance as availability may be limited.
