Visit to Jerusalem and Bethlehem full day from Tel Aviv

In the morning, starting at 06:40, we will be picked up from our hotel or the nearest meeting point and begin our full-day excursion through the holy city of Jerusalem.

We will embark on a deeply spiritual journey rich in history, exploring some of the most sacred sites of Christianity.

In the morning, we will head to the Mount of Olives, from where you will enjoy an unforgettable panoramic view of Jerusalem, the ancient Jewish cemetery, and the Temple Mount. We will continue past the Garden of Gethsemane, the Church of All Nations, and the Kidron Valley, entering the Old City through the Zion Gate. Passing through the Armenian Quarter, we will walk along the restored Byzantine Cardo, once the main artery of ancient Jerusalem and today seamlessly integrated into modern life.

We will then proceed to the Western Wall, a remnant of the ancient Temple of Jerusalem, and walk along the Via Dolorosa, stopping at several of the Stations of the Cross until we reach the Basilica of the Holy Sepulchre, the site of Jesus’ crucifixion and burial. Before departing, we will wander through the vibrant oriental markets, filled with colors, aromas, and local life.

In the afternoon, we will travel to Bethlehem, the “City of Bread,” where we will visit the Church of the Nativity, one of the oldest churches in the Christian world, its sacred grotto, and the spaces associated with Saint Jerome. We will conclude with a visit to the Shepherds’ Field, recalling the announcement of Christ’s birth.

At the end of the day, you will be transferred back to your hotel in Tel Aviv to rest.

Greca Tip: In Bethlehem, notice how different Christian denominations coexist within the Church of the Nativity; every detail reflects centuries of faith, history, and living tradition.