Visiting Bethlehem and the Dead Sea independently in a day from Jerusalem means self-driving and passing checkpoints yourself, or negotiating with drivers or cabs. This hassle-free private tour makes everything easy, with the benefits of a guide, private car, and customizable itinerary. Tour Bethlehem’s Church of the Nativity, and other must-sees; float in the Dead Sea, and opt for extra visits to places such as Masada or Ein Gedi.
Visit Bethlehem and a Dead Sea private beach on a private tour from Jerusalem
Fuss-free way to cover two must-see sights: with private transport and guide
Tour Bethlehem’s Church of the Nativity and more, and swim in the Dead Sea
Includes hotel pickup and drop-off, and optional add-ons such as Ein Gedi
What's Included
Full Day Professional Israeli Guide
Extra Professional Palestinian Guide in Bethlehem
Driver
Private transportation
Food and drinks
Optional: Qasr al Yahud, Baptismal site, no entrance fee
Optional: St. George Monastery, no entrance fee
Optional: Qumran, where the Dead Sea scrolls were found, entrance fee: NIS 29, child NIS 15
Optional: Ein Gedi National Park, Oasis at the Dead Sea, entrance fee: NIS 28, child NIS 14
Optional: Jericho Cable car to Quarantal, site of the Temptation of Jesus, entrance fee: NIS 60 pp
Optional: Inn of the Good Samaritan Museum, entrance fee: NIS 25, student NIS 19, child - NIS 10
Optional: Masada. Extra costs: $50 plus entrance fee NIS 74, child NIS 42, student NIS 63
Private beach at the Dead Sea ($15, which can be free by having lunch at a Dead Sea restaurant))
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Start time
08:00 AM
What To Expect
Church of the Nativity
30 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Dead Sea
4 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
Access to a private beach is free if you have lunch at one of the places around the Dead Sea
Cancellation Policy: If you cancel at least 10 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is 100% refund minus transaction costs. If you cancel between 4 and 10 days in advance of the scheduled departure, there is a 50% refund. If you cancel within 3 days of the scheduled departure, there is no refund.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Cancellation Policy
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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Meno was wonderful tour guide and the entire day was perfect ... very knowledgeable, understanding, flexible , smart and kind guides and they made the day perfect