About this experience
Make the most of your time in Jordan on this private Full Day Tour of Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Amman. Alongside your guide, you will tick off Jerusalem highlights for the heavenly 3 world religions; such as the Mount of Olives, walk down the Palm Sunday Road, visit the Church of All Nations, and the Garden of Gethsemane. Visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the tomb of Jesus Christ. Proceed to visit the last standing remnant of the ancient Temple at the Western Wailing Wall, also visit the Al-Aqsa Mosque, and Dome of the Rock. Head to Bethlehem to visit the Church of the Nativity, the alleged birthplace of Jesus Christ. Plus, you will also visit the Milk Grotto Church, the Church of Saint Catherine, and Saint Jerome significant religious sites. Tour includes full mentioned visits, local guide, and hotel pick-up and drop-off from / to Amman.
At a glance
- Duration: 12 hr
- Private experience
Plan your experience
Set aside 12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.
Before you go
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Dress code at the Mosque: Women should wear attire covering their arms and legs and should cover their head with scarf. Men should wear normal shirt and trousers.
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel.
What is included
- Visits of mentioned sites with entrance fees, subject to timing
- English-speaking driver
- On board WI-FI
- Local English-Speaking Guide for classic visit of Jerusalem and Bethlehem
- Hotel pick-up and drop -off from and to Amman Hotel
- Private transfer by air-conditioned vehicle according to number of participants
Not included
- All type of meals, unless option with lunch selected (Vegetarian meal by request)
- All type of beverages
- All type of gratuities – Recommended
- Personal Expenses
- Jordanian Border Exit Fees (10 JOD approximately 15 USD per person)
- Israeli Allenby Bridge Exit Fees (200 Shekel approximately 55 USD per person)
- The shuttle bus at the border between Jordan – Israel immigration
- Visa entry to Jerusalem, if required
- Any other service not mentioned
Itinerary and highlights
Pick up from your hotel in Amman at 7 a.m., after the drive, you will arrive at Allenby Bridge for immigration procedure to the other side.
Start the classic tour visit with a drive to the top of Mount of Olives believed Jesus ascended to heaven. You will enjoy a magnificent view of ancient and modern Jerusalem, the center of the heavenly 3 world religions. Proceed with a walk down the Palm Sunday Road visiting the Chapel of Dominus Flevit, where Jesus wept.
Continue with a walking tour of the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations, where Christ prayed on the night of his betrayal. Visit Damascus Gate, then, head to the old city of Jerusalem and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the tomb of Jesus Christ. Proceed to visit the last standing remnant of the ancient Temple at the Western Wailing Wall, also visit the Al-Aqsa Mosque, and Dome of the Rock. (Please note there are scheduled timings for these visits, subject to prayer times and security). Free time for lunch and to explore on your own.
Depart in the afternoon to Bethlehem to visit the Nativity Church marking the birthplace of Jesus. Visit the Grotto Church, the Church of Saint Catherine, and Saint Jerome Caves where the bible was translated from Hebrew to Latin. Continue to the Shepherds' Field in Beit Sahour, believed where the angels appeared announcing the birth of Jesus. Transfer back to Allenby Bridge for departure. After immigration return to Amman and transfer to your hotel.
Languages and tickets
- English — Guide
- French — Guide
- Spanish — Guide
- Mobile Only
Tour operator
- Zaid Tours and Travel
Accessibility and practical details
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- This tour applies for clients that enter Jordan thru Queen Alia International Airport individually paying single visa entry 40 JOD approximately 60 USD per person. Clients cannot cross Allenby bridge with free group collective visa.
- Jordanian Exit Fees, from all borders: 10 JOD approximately 15 USD per person. Israeli Exit Fees from Allenby Bridge 200 Shekel approximately 55 USD per person. Direct payment by the client to the local authorities in cash and in local currency subject to change.
- Shuttle Bus at the borders not included.Approximately 10 USD per person per way.
- The visit of Al Aqsa is restricted in certain hours and subject to security.
- Visits are not allowed during prayer times.
- Dress code at the Mosque: Women should wear attire covering their arms and legs and should cover their head with scarf. Men should wear normal shirt and trousers.
- Clients holding Jordan Pass consult the local operator.
- A current valid passport is required on the day of travel.
- Spanish and French Guide subject to availability, additional cost may apply.
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
- Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request.
- Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher.
- Clients with mobility issues, please contact us.
- Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us.
- VIP Service crossing at border not included, if you want to book VIP Service; additional cost to be paid directly 125 USD, subject to change. Kindly inform if you will be purchasing VIP crossing in advance to schedule the pick-up time at the border.
- Indicate special dietary requirements at the time of booking.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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