Ashdod Port Shore Excursion: Jerusalem and Bethlehem Day Tour from Ashdod Port
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At a glance
- Duration
- 9 hours
- Price from
- $120 / person
- Location
- Ashdod
- Rating
- 3.6 / 5 · 31 reviews
- Languages
- EN, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 45
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Bein Harim Ltd
Description
Step off your cruise ship in Ashdod port and make the most of a day in the Holy Land with a tour of Jerusalem and Bethlehem. The itinerary for this tour was created specifically for cruise passengers docking at Ashdod port. Tour guide will meet you when you disembark, and take you to Jerusalem in a comfortable vehicle with A/C. Stop to get an overview of the city from Mount Scopus before continuing to Jerusalem’s Old City. Pass the Mount of Olives, and spot the Church of All Nations and the adjacent Garden of Gethsemane. Drive parallel to the Old City walls alongside Kidron Valley, and the Ophel Promenade. Enter the Old City for a walking tour of top sites like the Western Wall, the Cardo, and Via Dolorosa. Tour the Sepulcher Church, and explore the Old City market before taking a lunch break. The tour leaves Jerusalem passing Mount Zion. The next stop is Bethlehem, to see the Nativity Church. At the end of the tour, you’ll be returned to Ashdod port and your cruise ship.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Stop to get an overview of the city from Mount Scopus before continuing to Jerusalem’s Old City.
The Cardo
Enter the Byzantine Cardo lined with columns in the Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem's Old City
Jewish Quarter
Visit the Jewish Quarter in Old City of Jerusalem
Western Wall
We enter the Old City on foot through one of the massive gates in the 16th-century walls and pass the Western Wall excavations as we walk towards the Western Wall. This sacred Jewish site is all that remains from the 2,000-year-old holy Jewish Temple that once stood on Temple Mount
The Holy Sepulcher Church was built in the 4th century to encompass Christ’s tomb and the site of the crucifixion at Golgotha (Calvary)
The Way of the Cross - Via Dolorosa
We walk along a section of the Via Dolorosa, as Jesus did bearing his cross
Christian Quarter
Visit the Christian Quarter in the Old City of Jerusalem
Old City of Jerusalem
We enter the Old City on foot through one of the massive gates in the 16th-century walls and pass the Western Wall excavations as we walk towards the Western Wall
Church of the Nativity
In Bethlehem, we tour the Nativity Church and see the Holy Grotto where the nativity took place. Occasionally there are too many visitors at the Nativity Grotto in Bethlehem, which makes a visit not always possible.
What's included
Included
All Fees and Taxes
A guide will accompany you all day
Air-conditioned vehicle
Pick-up/drop-off at Ashdod cruise port
Not included
Lunch
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
When you arrive at the port, a guide from Bein Harim will be waiting for you, holding a sign that reads “Bein Harim”.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.6
31 reviews
Important Information
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour is not suitable for people with mobility issues.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does this tour take?
Ashdod Port Shore Excursion: Jerusalem and Bethlehem Day Tour from Ashdod Port lasts about 9 hours. The itinerary has 9 stops.
How much does this tour cost?
Prices start at $120 per person for this Ashdod experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel this tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. When you arrive at the port, a guide from Bein Harim will be waiting for you, holding a sign that reads “Bein Harim”.
What languages is this tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 45 participants.
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
This tour is not suitable for people with mobility issues.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is this tour worth it?
Travellers rate it 3.6 out of 5 across 31 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Bein Harim Ltd.
Reviews(31)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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