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Private Day Tour: St. George's Monastery, Wadi Qelt, Mar Saba, and Bethlehem

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One day tour to Wadi Qelt Jericho Mar Saba and Bethlehem

8 hours
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Visit some of the world’s most holiest grounds without worrying about a big group holding you back and interrupting your experience during this St. George's Monastery, Wadi Qelt, Mar Saba, and Bethlehem private tour. See the Church of the Nativity, Chapel of the Milk Grotto, Cave of St. Jerome, and Mar Saba Monastery. Plus, you’ll ride comfortably in an air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy a provided falafel lunch.

Go to St. George's Monastery, Wadi Qelt, Mar Saba, and Bethlehem during this tour
See the place where many believed Jesus was born—the Church of the Nativity
View Banksy's graffiti art at the Chapel of the Milk Grotto
Don’t worry about lunch—a falafel lunch included

What's Included

Driver/guide
Private tour
Pickup from Checkpoint 300 or Bethlehem hotel
Drop-off at Checkpoint 300 or Bethlehem hotel

Gratuities
Alcoholic drinks (available to purchase)
Food and drinks
Public transportation to the meeting point

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Checkpoint 300/Bethlehem Road
Jerusalem
Once you get off the bus or the taxi, walk through the checkpoint building (Follow the sign) to cross to Bethlehem's side where I'll meet you. Everyone there is either crossing to Bethlehem or coming from Bethlehem so it's easy to find your way. You can always ask anyone for help if you need it.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Passport name, number, expiry and country is required at time of booking for all participants
Walking is involved
Near public transportation

Infant seats available
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.

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One of the best tours we've been on

Nedko_K, Jul 2022

This was a great experience. We were just slightly put off by having to meet our guide across the checkpoint at first - we didn't know what to expect and whether we could cross safely. The crossing was super easy, and we soon understood that our guide couldn't come to meet us in Jerusalem as he wasn't allowed due to being Palestinian. The day spent with our guide was extremely informative - we learned so much about the history of the region and the current struggles. I would very strongly recommend asking for Palestinian guides or booking directly with Palestinian guides when you go on tours in Bethlehem.

Michael was an amazing guide. The...

Donald C, May 2017

Michael was an amazing guide. The tour was everything we expected and more. Michael's knowledge was so appreciated, giving us an insight into the West Bank both Historically and Currently. I wouldn't hesitate sign up for this tour.

This tour was excellent. More...

Ronan H, Apr 2017

This tour was excellent. More expensive than other tours but well worth it as we were able to customise the day to our liking. We visited Wadi Qelt, Jericho, Mar Saba, Herodium, Shepherd's Field and Bethlehem. Our guide, Michael Giacaman, was excellent. We honestly could not fault him. He was professional, courteous, very knowledgeable and gave us an unbiased glimpse of life in the West Bank. We were a bit apprehensive about visiting the West Bank, but we need not have been. Everyone we met made us feel very welcome and we actually felt safer in Bethlehem than we did in Jerusalem. Michael seemed to know everyone in Bethlehem, which was great for us, as we got access to areas we would not otherwise have got access to. We went on Easter Saturday and were lucky enough to be in Bethlehem for the Easter Holy Fire celebration, which was a wonderful experience.

customized private tour, this is the...

rubi_x, Mar 2017

customized private tour, this is the best way to get around in that area.highly recommend. Michael is also really friendly and knowledgeable.

Be aware there is no guide on the...

Antonia V, Aug 2016

Be aware there is no guide on the isreali side but you can take a taxi or public bus. There is no check exiting from israeli side but there is a check coming back so take your passport to get back. Our guide, Michael met us on the Palestine side of checkpoint 300. We were nervous going to and through check point on foot and the area is bleak and on the palestinian side it looks a bit untidy so doesn't inspire confidence but once through checkpoint we felt safe enough to the point of taking a public bus to return to Isreali side late afternoon.Michael is a great guide and he gave an unbiased view of what its like living as a christian in palestine. The tour hit all the spots including Banksy murals. We had a great lunch and this tour was the highlight of my trip. There are some great hotels so we may go back for a couple of days so we can explore more as there is so much to see. The people we met were very friendly and in my unbiased opinion it felt more welcoming than Jerusalem but it may be that its because I never thought I would get to visit Palestine which always sound dangerous on the news. There were lots of tourists in Bethlehem and Jericho. The holy sites are well looked after. This tour is recommended for all those who are curious about Palestine and what its like to live there as well as anyone wishing to see the holy sights. Michael is kind and generous. There are group tours but I don't think you can get the same level of information and see as much unless you do a private tour. Please go Palestine is so much more than what is shown on the news.