Travel To Bethlehem and Dead Sea - Daily Group West Bank Tour
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Jerusalem, Israel
- 8 to 11 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
No Israel trip would be complete without experiencing the Dead Sea’s mineral-rich waters and skin-softening mud: but it's tough to reach by public transport. This package gets you there in comfort with a guided tour of Bethlehem too. See the essential Bethlehem sights, among them the Church of the Nativity, the Church of St. Catherine, the Church of Shepherds Field and the Milk Grotto, then enjoy downtime at the beach.
- Perfect for first-time visitors to the Holy Land and Christian pilgrims
- Avoid public transport hassles: Round-trip transportation is included
- Food and drinks not included: you choose when and what to eat
- A guide will lead the way to ensure you don’t miss a thing
What's Included
- Transport by air-conditioned vehicle
- Only Bethlehem with Guide
- David Citadel Hotel 7:45am Pick up and Return there only
- Food & Drink
- Entry fees for Dead Sea 45 NIS each
- Entrance fee - Dead Sea₪45.00 per person
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- David Citadel HotelKing David St 7, Jerusalem, 9410119, Israel
Pick up from Jerusalem: 7:45 Pick up from Jerusalem David Citadel Hotel ( Front of the Hotel ) King David 7, Jerusalem, 9410119, Israel and return back to david citadel hotel only
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.7:45 am
Itinerary
Get picked up from your hotel in an air-conditioned vehicle and embark on your journey to experience the beauty of the Dead Sea.
First, join your guide as they lead you through the streets of Bethlehem. Continue on your adventure, taking in the views of the Church of the Nativity.
Next, enjoy the freedom to choose when and what to eat and stop to indulge your taste buds whenever you desire.
Once you have refueled, make a visit to the Shepherd's Sanctuary to discover the Shepherds' Field. Afterwards, prepare to explore the Church of St. Catherine of Alexandria. With your guide, take advantage of the chance to explore this religious landmark and catch a glimpse of the Milk Grotto, if it's accessible at the time.
First, join your guide as they lead you through the streets of Bethlehem. Continue on your adventure, taking in the views of the Church of the Nativity.
Next, enjoy the freedom to choose when and what to eat and stop to indulge your taste buds whenever you desire.
Once you have refueled, make a visit to the Shepherd's Sanctuary to discover the Shepherds' Field. Afterwards, prepare to explore the Church of St. Catherine of Alexandria. With your guide, take advantage of the chance to explore this religious landmark and catch a glimpse of the Milk Grotto, if it's accessible at the time.
1
Shepherd's Sanctuary
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Church of St. Catherine
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Milk Grotto
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Church of the Nativity
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
5
Bethlehem
4 hours • Admission Ticket Free
6
Dead Sea
2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Near public transportation
- Infants must sit on laps
- Most travelers can participate
- Please bring your passport because it's required sometimes when passing the checkpoint
- All times are approximate, Switch of vehicles is Required
- All our Drivers have your main booking name on their phones, make sure to see your name on the phone of the driver before you go to the Viechle/bus
- After you book the tour add us on WhatsApp for easier pickup we can tell you type of vehicle/driver name in the early morning only at the day of the Tour - Whatsapp number found in the ticket after you book the tour
- Not always possible to visit the birth Grotto, especially on Sundays and Holidays
- The waiting lines to see the birth grotto could vary from 1-2 hours during high season
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 55 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.8
based on 132 reviews
Kellie_F, Jan 2026
This was a wonderful experience. Our guide for Bethlehem & guide for the Dead Sea were both extremely knowledgeable & accommodating. All our questions were answered.
kenneth_o, Oct 2025
wonderfully interesting an a great guide who did his best to show us everything. Very good history lesson
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re really glad you enjoyed the tour and appreciated the history shared along the way. Our guides always do their best to make the experience both meaningful and memorable. We hope to welcome you again soon for another great journey through the Holy Land!
Alfonso_G, Oct 2023
The tour guide was informative and also was caring of the tourists needs, the bus driver was great also.
Phil_J, Sep 2023
Elias was a wonderful guide in Bethlehem! He was very knowledgeable and great at keeping our tour together. He would answer questions and explain the history and local culture. Loved free time at Dead Sea.
Maci_L, Aug 2023
Went during off season and on a Sunday and was able to get into all Churches and Caves! Amazing tour guide, very accommodating and knowledgeable! Good amount of time in car if going to Dead Sea too (we stayed in tel aviv-this defs added time- not too bad though) but get to stop at Jordan River on the way home!
Wojciech_Z, Aug 2023
We highly recommended Bethlehem trip. Elias made sure we were all safe, showed us Church of nativity, he made sure everyone could see the Jesus birth grotto, he also took us for a walk to an old city Bethlehem. Chicken sandwich was very tasty as well. Dead Sea was an extraordinary experience. Everything was perfectly organised. We give 5*.
FransBuys, Aug 2023
Absolutely recommend this tour, Ellias was the best tour guide and shared so much insights during the trip, making sure everyone was comfortable and looked after.
Alexandra_N, Jul 2023
The tour was exactly like the description. We had a really good time, our tour guide explained everything to us. They gave us free water, a few souvenirs as well. I wish we could have more time to take pictures and enjoy the places a little more, but i understand that tours work like that. Overall, we had a great time!
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback! We're delighted to hear that your experience on the tour matched our description and that you had a really good time.
Our tour guides take great pride in providing informative and enjoyable experiences, and we're glad to hear that yours explained everything to you, ensuring you got the most out of your visit.
William_S, Jul 2023
I did three day tours during a visit to Israel. This was my favourite tour mostly because the guide had a fun personality and the hotel pickup was efficient.
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Thank you so much for choosing us for one of your three-day tours in Israel's, We're thrilled to hear that our tour stood out as your favorite, and we couldn't agree more that having a fun and engaging guide can make all the difference in creating a memorable experience. Our team takes great pride in providing efficient and smooth hotel pickups to ensure our guests have a seamless journey from the start.
We truly appreciate your kind words and feedback, as it motivates us to keep delivering top-notch service to all our travelers. If you ever decide to visit the West Bank again or explore any other part of this incredible region, we'd be more than happy to welcome you back for another fantastic adventure. Safe travels and warmest regards from all of us here!
Jason_L, Jul 2023
By far, the best tour i've had in 20 years and 30 countries. The trip itinerary was exceptionally well organised, not revolving around shopping at all, no mention of tips at all, enough time at each religious and historically significant sights with very knowledgeable and humorous insights from the best guide, Elias. He looked after us every step of the way, giving excellent and concise commentary, lots of fun and making sure we had the best trip to Bethlehem and the Dead Sea. Comfortable transport, water, wifi, no pressure, no sales just an incredible and memorable day. They did take us to a souvenir shop but it was for a short time and they combined it with eating lunch, having free tea, coffee and local dessert (free) as well as organising our tickets for the Dead Sea. I will try to book all of my tours through this company if i have the patience to search them out on Viator, Klook etc. Thank you to Elijah Tours for a very customer focused trip and Elias and the drivers for an exceptionally well delivered service.
Tip: take sandals or something suitable to walk down to the Dead Sea and prepare that the lockers may be full, just take your stuff with you, you can leave it on a chair at the bottom while you enjoy the water and mud. DO NOT get the water in your eyes. Ignore the negative reviews about the Dead Sea, the bit we went to was ok, not the Maldives, but who expects that?
Response from Host, Jul 2023
Wow, we are truly humbled and overjoyed to read your review! Thank you for choosing our Bethlehem tours and Holy Land tours, and for the incredible compliment that this was the best tour you've had in 20 years and across 30 countries. Your kind words mean the world to us.
At Your Daily Tours Operator, we take immense pride in meticulously organizing our trip itineraries to ensure a seamless and meaningful experience for our guests. We prioritize providing insightful and humorous commentary, making sure you have ample time to explore religious and historically significant sites without any pressure to shop or give tips.
Elias, our exceptional guide, is a true gem, and we're thrilled he looked after you every step of the way. Comfortable transport, water, and WiFi are just a few of the ways we aim to elevate your journey. We're delighted you enjoyed your visit to Bethlehem and the Dead Sea, and that you found the short visit to the souvenir shop combined with lunch, tea, coffee, and a local dessert to be a pleasant addition.
We are truly grateful for your kind words about our customer-focused approach, and we're here to make all your future tour experiences equally incredible and memorable. The next time you plan to visit Israel, Jerusalem, or Tel Aviv, we'd be honored to have you join us again for more unforgettable adventures.
Thank you once again for choosing Elijah Tours, and we eagerly await the opportunity to serve you in the future.
Sergio_G, Jun 2023
A memorable and recommend tour, precise times, the first time that a tour take me to a store that really has good prices (for Israel where everything is expensive) and the transport bus is super safe and comfortable.
Larah_C, Jun 2023
We had an amazing time in Bethlehem and Dead Sea. Our tour guide was Elias and he really did an outstanding job!!! Elias explained everything well. He is very informative, organized, and funny. Elijah tours is also very responsive in whatsapp. I highly recommend this tour and will definitely book their tours again when we come back to Holy Land. Thank you so much for making our trip fun and memorable! God bless you!
Susan_S, May 2023
All the religious places. And going into the Dead Sea. The problem with the Dead Sea was that it was over 100 steps to reach the water
MariaTeresa_K, May 2023
The tour was great! Our tour guide was very friendly and had a lot of knowledge, made interesting touristy stops, and had great tips on how to avoid the crowds, because yes, it get’s very crowded with many tours there at the same time. Just wish we could have stayed an hour longer at the dead sea. Overall highly recommend!
VinodP_V, May 2023
Shepherds Field, Milk Grotto church have very nice paintings. Not crowded. Feels relaxing in Shepherds Fields.
Richard_M, Apr 2023
Was an awesome tour! Our guide was certainly knowledgeable but even better he was personable . He made the tour
George_N, Mar 2023
All was very good. From transportation itself to knowledge of a guide. Me and my wife really enjoyed this trip.
Johnny_S, Mar 2023
The tour of Bethlehem was excellent and to get a chance to float in the Dead Sea in one day is an unforgettable experience.
Rashidul_H, Dec 2022
Very professional. On time. They gave us enough time to see things. Mr. Johnny explained everything with patience. Highly recommended. 💕
Chengchou_H, Oct 2022
knowledgeable guide, good driver, and international group members make a great trip. dead sea is a nice break from the hassle and crowd of the holy city.
Luca_P, Sep 2022
It was a beautiful experience, everyone really helpful and welcoming. From our tour guide, (I think Dia), the driver Zaid, to a beautiful chilling time in the Dead Sea.
Michelle_L, Aug 2022
Our family of 5, including 3 teens, took the Bethlehem/Dead Sae tour. Very informative. Transportation came on time. Larger group all visited Bethlehem together in an A/C Mercedes large van. The guide was very informative and spoke great English. We had our own time to walk to the Church of the Nativity after he was finished with his information. Our group split into those going to the Dead Sea separate from those going to other locations such as Jerico. We had 3 hours at the Dead Sea. Admission included. We had use of locker rooms/showers/lockers. Picnic area and lots of food to order if you prefer. The Dead Sea mud and floating were so fun! Areas at the Sea to rinse off. Take flip-flops! Hot sand! We all had a relaxing and enjoyable time. Highly recommend!
Response from Host, Aug 2022
Wow! Thank you Michelle for this warm compliments and feedback. We are truly glad that you had a great experience along with your family with us! Seeing that it was a perfect tour for you make us happy to continue trying our best to make it worth it and a memorable experience for you and everyone who loves the Holy Lands. Thank You a lot for your review we are happy to hear that you enjoyed your times with us. God Bless You!
David_B, Jul 2022
The guides were very good. Only one complaint. Our itinerary said "return to Jerusalem" after Dead Sea. It did not mention that the return to Jerusalem was via Bethlehem going 2 hours out of the way in extremely heavy traffic.
Response from Host, Jul 2022
Thank you for your feedback We appreciate it, the day of your tour was a day during the holidays and there were lots of traffic.
and sorry no it is not possible to go direct from the dead sea to Jerusalem with west bank vehicles.
Also please don't forget the good things you had on the tour also such as the Private Car and Driver to the Dead sea, Free Sandwiches, 4 hours of quality time in Bethlehem, visit to the grotto and waiting 1 hour to see the birth location, more than 3 hours at the dead sea, Free Gifts, Free Water Bottles, and free sweets were offered.
Gary_K, May 2022
This trip was low key and well organized. We had a wonderful, memorable time and meet new friends along the way.
Response from Host, May 2022
Thank you so much, very happy you had great times with our Bethlehem and Dead Sea Tour, Appreciate it - Much Love from Elijah Tours Team
Miranda_W, May 2022
A lot inside information. Best falafel tasting, as well as zataar pizza.
Individual travelscheme on paper.
Response from Host, May 2022
Very Happy you guys had Great Times and Loved the Zatar , your happiness means the World to us - Hope to see you again in one of our Holy Land Tours
Wilhelmina_A, Mar 2020
We were guided by friendly people who picked us up on time.
They even waited for people who were late.
The excursion was lovely. The sights great and the guides told us alot of information.
Consuelo_Z, Feb 2020
The tour guides from Judah’s Tours provided us with an amazing trip to Bethlehem and Dead Sea, crew was very organized and very attentive to our requests.
Response from Host, Feb 2020
Very happy you had a great time in our Bethlehem and dead sea tour
ShashiKant_G, Feb 2020
Very well organised. Guides very cooperative and provided very good info on all sites visited. Worth it
Response from Host, Feb 2020
Thank you for taking time to write review, it means a lot to us <3
Natalia_S, Jan 2020
Recommended for all who want to visit historic sites and taste great food which our guide kept feeding us with. A great trip.
Response from Host, Jan 2020
Very happy you enjoyed our local food, Beloved Friend. Thanks for your review as well as for deciding on our Trip Company I’m satisfied which you enjoyed your vacation and I’m getting excited about having you again in our tours one day, thanks a lot, a lot love from israel
Fearless17944589831, Jan 2020
Overall fantastic day pick up was well organised as were all transfer, the tour guides were very knowledgeable and spoke excellent english happy to answer any and all question to a point that we run out of things to ask. Couldn't have asked for a better tour and very reasonable price Thank you for a great day.
Response from Host, Jan 2020
Beloved Friend . Thanks for your review as well as for deciding on our Trip Company I’m satisfied which you enjoyed your vacation and I’m getting excited about having you again in our Excursions , thanks a lot, a lot love from israel
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