Day Tour to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv

Highlights

Inclusions

Itinerary

1. View the Old City of Jerusalem from Mount Scopus

   30 min

2. Pass through the Kidron Valley

   Passes by

3. Walk in the Old city of Jerusalem

   2.5 h

4. Visit the Jewish Quarter and the Byzantine Cardo

   40 min

5. Visit the Western (wailing) wall

   20 min

6. Visit the Christian Quarter

   40 min

7. Visit some of the stations of the Cross (Via Dolorosa)

   30 min

8. Visit the Church of Holy Sepulchre

   30 min

9. Visit Bethlehem - the birthplace of Christ

   2 h

10. Visit the Church of Nativity

    40 min

11. If possible, visit the Church of St. Catherine

    20 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

Ratings come from 736 reviews collected by our booking partner. They are travellers' own words, in the order they were written — never reordered to flatter the experience.

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• 5Not to be missed.

  Our guide was extremely knowledgable; fun, understanding and accessible. One thing, the USB connection to Iphones was not conforming to some of our Iphones making it harder to charge. The lunch option was excellent. The timing was perfect - just right - since it was a very hot day.

  Gloria_BSeptember 2026via Viator

• 5This was an absolute...

  This was an absolute amazing experience. I enjoyed every moment. I traveled solo but made new friends along the way. Our guide (Yuval) was very knowledgeable and made the journey very memorable. I recommend this to everyone!

  Michael_SJune 2026via Viator

• 5An Unforgettable Journey Through Time and Faith!

  If you are looking for a seamless way to explore two of the most significant cities in the world in a single day, this tour is an absolute must. Taking a day trip from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and Bethlehem can feel daunting to organize on your own, but this tour made the entire experience stress-free, educational, and deeply moving. The Itinerary & Highlights The day was perfectly structured. We started in Jerusalem, where we explored the Old City. Walking through the different quarters and visiting the Western Wall and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre felt like stepping back in time. Our guide was exceptional—providing rich historical context and personal stories that you just won't find in a guidebook. The transition to Bethlehem was smooth and well-coordinated. Visiting the Church of the Nativity and Manger Square was a powerful experience. Despite the busy atmosphere, the tour felt organized, and we never felt rushed at the key sites. Why I Recommend This Tour: Expert Guides: The guides are true professionals who handle the logistics of crossing between areas with ease, letting you focus entirely on the sights. Comfortable Transport: The air-conditioned coach was a welcome relief between stops, providing a comfortable place to rest and enjoy the desert views. Efficient Sightseeing: For travelers with limited time, this is the best way to see the "must-visit" landmarks of both cities without the hassle of navigating local transport. A Few Tips: Bring Your Passport: You will need it for the crossing into Bethlehem. Modest Dress: Be sure to cover your shoulders and knees, as you will be entering several very holy sites. Comfortable Shoes: There is a lot of walking on ancient, uneven stones, so leave the sandals at home! This tour was the highlight of our visit to Israel, offering a perfect blend of history, culture, and spirituality. To ensure we could easily navigate the meeting points and stay in touch throughout our journey, we used prepaid eSIM cards from for our stay in Israel.

  esimisraelMay 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5nice tour

  everything was ok. tour matched with our expectations. bus was comfy, guide was knowledgeable and helpful

  OLENA_KMarch 2026via Viator

• 5Top class tour, very informative, professional, safe.

  nicely handled between the counties and the border, we felt extremely comfortable and safe at all times. Top class, with Avishay Levy a very knowledgeable guide. Leant a lot about not only what we were seeing but also some very interesting general knowledge facts.

  jaynana77February 2026via Tripadvisor

• 5Jesuselum

  Amazing trip. Avi was incredible. Very funny and knowledgeable he made our trip interesting and fun.

  David_KFebruary 2026via Viator

Know before you go

How it compares in Tel Aviv

• Its from-price is 78% below the median of the 187 day trips we list in Tel Aviv.
• Its length is typical for the group.
• By number of reviews it ranks 2 of 187.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Tel Aviv

Tel Aviv is Israel's Mediterranean city of white Bauhaus buildings, long beaches, street markets and a café-lined seafront beside ancient Jaffa.

Tel Aviv was founded in 1909 on sand dunes north of the old port of Jaffa and grew quickly into a city of modernist apartment blocks. Its White City, a large collection of Bauhaus and International Style buildings, is listed by UNESCO. Rothschild Boulevard is lined with these buildings and shaded by trees, and Independence Hall, where the state was declared in 1948, stands on it.

Top-ranked sights in Tel Aviv: Caesarea, Neve Tzedek (Neve Tsedek).

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