Jerusalem & Bethlehem Full-Day Tour from Amman or Dead Sea

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Duration:11 hours to 12 hours (approx.)
Location: Sweimah, Jordan

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See the sights of Jerusalem and Bethlehem on a full-day trip from Amman. With an expert English-speaking driver, glimpse the Garden of Gethsemane, Mount of Olives, and other sights around Old Jerusalem. Then, enter the Old City through the Zion Gate to see the Western Wall (Wailing Wall), Via Dolorosa, and the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the site of Jesus’ crucifixion. Afterward, visit Bethlehem, the town where Jesus was born. Here, view the Church of the Nativity, where the exact place of Jesus’ birth is marked in an underground grotto.

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Overloaded with churches and home to the oldest continually used cemetery in the world, the Mount of Olives holds particular interest to religious pilgrim travelers to Jerusalem, but even the non-devout can appreciate the spectacular Old City panoramas from the peak. This sacred hill is believed to be the place where God will begin raising the dead on Judgement Day. For Christian believers, this is also where Jesus ascended to heaven after his crucifixion and subsequent resurrection. The Church of the Ascension on the top of the mountain dates from 1910 and has the best views across Jerusalem. Walking down the slope, you come to the Church of the PaterNoster built next to the site where, according to tradition, Jesus instructed his disciples. Farther down, the Church of Dominus Flevit is claimed to be built over the site where Jesus wept for Jerusalem, and farther along is the onion-domed Russian Church of Mary Magdalene.
2. Temple Mount
Follow in the footsteps of centuries of pilgrims, & enter one of the holiest sanctuaries on Earth. Lauded by both Jews and Muslims, this is the site where Abraham (father of all three monotheistic faiths) is said to have offered his son up as a sacrifice to God, where Solomon built the First Temple for the Ark of the Covenant, and where the Prophet Muhammad is said to have ascended to heaven during his early years of preaching Islam. Haram Al-Sharif is a place of deep significance (& contention over ownership) for those of faith. The wide plaza, above the old city, is centered around the glittering Dome of the Rock, which is Jerusalem's most iconic landmark. Beneath the golden dome is the sacred stone both Jews and Muslims believe to be where Abraham offered his son to God and where Muslims also believe the Prophet Muhammad began his journey to heaven. The southern side of the plaza is home to the Al-Aqsa Mosque. First established in 705 CE, it's among the oldest mosques in the world.
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For Christian pilgrims, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre is Jerusalem's holiest site and is said to have been built on the site where Jesus was crucified. The site for the church was picked by Saint Helena–mother to Constantine the Great–during her tour of the Holy Land. She was the one to announce to the Byzantine world that this spot was the Calvary (or Golgotha) of the gospels. The original church (built in 335 CE) was destroyed by 1009, and the grand church you see now dates from the 11th century. Although often heaving with pilgrims from across the world, the church interior is an opulently beautiful piece of religious architecture. This is the ending point for the Via Dolorosa pilgrimage, and the last five Stations of the Cross are within the Church of the Holy Sepulchre itself. The interior contains various holy relics, and the quarters inside the church are owned by different Christian denominations.
4. The Way of the Cross - Via Dolorosa
For many Christian visitors, the Via Dolorosa (Way of Sorrow) is the highlight of a visit to Jerusalem. This walk follows the route of Jesus Christ after his condemnation as he bears his cross towards execution at Calvary. The walk is easily followed independently, but if you're here on a Friday, you can join the procession along this route led by the Italian Franciscan monks. The course of the Via Dolorosa is marked by the fourteen Stations of the Cross, some of which are based on the Gospels' accounts and some on tradition. The walk begins on Via Dolorosa Street (1st station, east of the intersection with Al-Wad Street) from where you follow the street west. Then proceed south onto Al-Wad Street and west onto Via Dolorosa Street again, through eight stations until you reach the 9th station at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre where the last five stations are.
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The Citadel, popularly known as the Tower of David, actually has no connection with David, having been erected by King Herod to protect the palace he built in approximately 24 BCE. His original citadel had three towers named after his brother Phasael, his wife Mariamne, and his friend Hippicus. After Titus' conquest of the city in 70 CE, the Romans stationed a garrison there, but later the citadel fell into disrepair. It was successively rebuilt by the Crusaders, Egypt's Mamelukes, and the Ottomans, during their years of reign over Jerusalem. The building you now see was built in the 14th century on the foundations of the original Phasael Tower. Inside is the Tower of David Museum, which relays the story of Jerusalem. A permanent display of archaeological exhibits can be viewed, along with temporary exhibitions that explore facets of Jerusalem's culture and heritage. If you climb up to the citadel's rooftop, you are rewarded with one of the best Old City vistas in town.
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Mount Zion (the small hill immediately south of the Old City's Zion Gate) is home to Jewish and Muslim shrines as well as several churches. Since the Byzantine Age, Mount Zion has been revered as the place where Christ celebrated the Last Supper and where the Virgin Mary spent the last years of her life, according to some Christian traditions (another tradition says her last days were spent in Ephesus in Turkey). For Jews, Mount Zion's importance stems from this being the place of King David's Tomb. If you climb up the stairs from the tomb's courtyard, you'll come to the Last Supper Room, which has served as both church and mosque throughout its long history. The Church of the Dormition nearby is where the Virgin is supposed to have died, while just to the east is the Church of St. Peter of Gallicantu where Peter is said to have denied Jesus.
7. Old City of Jerusalem
The Old City fortifications date from the Ottoman period and nine magnificent gates at junctions within the wall's length lead into the Old City. The Damascus Gate is one of the most famous. Lion's Gate (sometimes called St. Stephen's Gate) leads onto the Mount of Olives outside the city walls. Zion Gate is the main entry into the Jewish Quarter, while Jaffa Gate is the main passageway for the Christian Quarter. Walking the wall ramparts is a wonderful way to experience the Old City. Two sections can be walked on: Jaffa Gate heading north to Lion's Gate or Jaffa Gate heading south to Dung Gate.
8. Bethlehem
Bethlehem is an important historic city in the West Bank, about 10km (6.2 miles) south of Jerusalem. Bethlehem, or beit lechem means “House of Bread” in Hebrew. During the Christmas season, Christians from around the world make a pilgrimage to the Church of the Nativity to see the place where Jesus was born. Rachel’s Tomb is at the northern entrance of Bethlehem and is an important Jewish holy site. More notably, the Old Testament identifies Bethlehem as the city where David was from and where he was crowned the first king of Israel. Whether you’re interested in the history, religion, or culture of the city, it is a fascinating place to visit.

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Posted By : omar g
For Indonesia and Egypt nationalities, Does it require to obtain Israel visa before joining this trip ?
Thank you so much!
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Posted On : 2023-09-08 05:35:57

Posted By : 169rew
That was a fantastic trip! We booked this tour at last minute, our schedules tour to Greece was after 3 says later and already we did a 6 days Jordan tour, so we decided to book this tour and enjoy Jerusalem sites and we did. I would like to thank Emad who was in touch with us step by step to make sure of everything is very well. For sure highly recommended book your tour with this your company.
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Posted On : 2023-04-24 16:41:21

Posted By : 657frs
I did a great trip to Jerusalem & Bethlehem from Amman Jordan, my guide shalomo was very friendly, flexible and informative. I got a lot knowledge of the places that I visited. On the way back to Jordan I found same the driver waiting for me, I felt vert happy that everything was organised perfectly. I appreciate .
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Posted On : 2023-04-24 16:26:03

Posted By : nyv2023
My wife and I booked this tour, it was a great way to tour the most popular attractions in Bethlehem and Jerusalem! Our guide did everything possible to make sure we had a good day. We had a fantastic day and would absolutely suggest it to everyone.
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Posted On : 2023-04-22 15:17:20

Posted By : far388
The tour gave us a fantastic opportunity to visit Jerusalem, old and new and Bethlehem as well. We had a great time while the trip, but it was deserve it for sure.. recommended this trip very highly.
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Posted On : 2023-04-19 11:37:11

Posted By : tsf2023
The politeness, knowledge, and assistance of Emad in Jordan and our guide in Jerusalem and Bethlehem allowed for a significant adjustment to the itinerary. We have visited all the locations on the agenda that we could see in a reasonably short amount of time, in addition to other locations we stopped at on the way back to Allenby Crossing. Strongly advise, highly competent
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Posted On : 2023-04-16 08:38:46

Posted By : Frances_C
The driver of the city tour part was excellent. But I wish it was mentioned in the itinerary there are three drivers one drive me to the border for crossing from Jordan to Israel on my own by the shuttle bus, one for the Jerusalem city tour and driving to the border to cross from Israel to Jordan at the end by myself, one pick me up at the border to drive back to hotel. Also, the border will close for the Ramadan observation from 5p to 6:30p on Israel site and Israel is one hour behind Jordan time. I got to the border shuttle bus stop at 5pm and waiting in the shuttle for half hour then once it drove to the border stop, found out the border closed for Ramadan observation till 6:30 pm, waited another hour to get back to Jordan side. The pick up driver got to the border too early at 5:30 pm Jordan time (4:30 Israel time), probably did not realize 1 hour time difference and the Ramadan observation, so he waited for 2:30 hours. I ended up paying for the late fee $75. If I knew all this trouble of crossing, I wouldn’t go on this trip because I was expecting one private driver take me through the whole trip. I was uncomfortable at the border by myself, not knowing what to expect. I was hold up in the border office for half hour because of I was in Jordan with the group visa, and traveling to Israel in one day by myself. Luckily there are other tour guides explained for me.
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Posted On : 2023-03-26 14:53:58

Posted By : philiptU2069ZJ
Best wishes to all, and we hope to have satisfied customers. Our tour guide was absolutely incredible; he showed us the nicest hidden street in Jerusalem. Our driver in Jordan, Sami, was also fantastic. Recommended highly
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Posted On : 2023-03-01 11:19:47

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Jerusalem & Bethlehem Full-Day Tour from Amman or Dead Sea

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2. Temple Mount

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4. The Way of the Cross - Via Dolorosa

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7. Old City of Jerusalem

8. Bethlehem

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1.

2. Temple Mount

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4. The Way of the Cross - Via Dolorosa

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6.

7. Old City of Jerusalem

8. Bethlehem

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