Jerusalem & Bethlehem Tour from Ashdod Port. Private tour

Explore two renowned historical sites from the Middle Eastern region during this comprehensive guided tour, which combines visits to Jerusalem and Bethlehem.

Starting our day atop the Mount of Olives, we enjoy a panoramic view of Jerusalem, including the Old City, particularly its iconic features such as the Wailing Wall (Kotel) and the Temple Mount. Proceeding along the Byzantine Cardo, we explore the historical significance of this road that runs through the Jewish Quarter of the Old City. At the heart of our exploration lies the Wailing Wall, also known as the Kotel, a testament to the enduring faith of Jews worldwide.

As we move forward, we follow the sacred route taken by Jesus during his crucifixion, traversing the Way of Sorrows. Our journey culminates at the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre, the site where both Jesus' crucifixion and subsequent burial took place. Continuing further, we venture into the Christian and Muslim quarters, visiting the Bazaars of these diverse communities.

Our first stop begins at the Mount of Olives, offering a vantage point over an ancient Jewish cemetery believed to be the location for the resurrection of the Messiah according to Zechariah 14:4. This elevated location provides a stunning vista across the Old City and down to Temple Mount.

Next, we traverse the Zion Gate, passing through notable landmarks like the Garden of Gethsemane, the Church of All Nations, and the Kidron Valley. Here, we encounter the Jewish burial tombs of Absalom, King David’s son, Jehoshaphat, and the Hezir family. Entering the Old City via the Zion Gate, we proceed through the Armenian Quarter before reaching the fifteen-hundred-year-old Byzantine Cardo, a restored ancient road that now serves as a pathway through the Jewish Quarter.

Following this, we make our way to the Western Wall, a remnant of the former Jewish Temple on Temple Mount. This monumental structure marks the approximate spot where Jesus walked alongside the cross enroute to Calvary.

Our ultimate destination is the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the focal point of Christianity commemorating both Jesus’ crucifixion and burial. After exploring the surrounding areas, we conclude our tour by wandering through the bustling traditional Middle Eastern markets, ready to transition to our next destination in Bethlehem.

In Bethlehem, the cradle of Jesus Christ, we visit the fourth-century Church of the Nativity. Nestled within this historic church stands the Grotto of the Nativity, where visitors can admire an altar dedicated to the Three Wise Men and a fourteen-point star engraved on the floor symbolizing the precise location of Jesus' birth.