Shore Excursion to Bethlehem and Jerusalem

If your cruise ship docks in Ashdod and you're looking for something to do on shore, join us on this excursion to Bethlehem and Jerusalem! We'll visit the Holy City and the place where Jesus was born.

Shore Excursion to Bethlehem and Jerusalem

At the appointed time, we'll pick you up at the cruise port of Ashdod and board the bus to Jerusalem, a trip of about one hour.

The day starts at Mount Scopus for a panoramic view of the Old City. After taking pictures, we’ll visit the Gardens of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations, discussing their significance. We will cross the Kidron Valley to the historic center of Jerusalem, where we’ll visit the Wailing Wall, the last remnants of the largest sanctuary of the kingdom of Judah, and learn its tragic history.

Next, we’ll walk down the Via Dolorosa, where Jesus walked to crucifixion, passing markets and the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. You'll have one hour of free time for lunch in Jerusalem before heading to Bethlehem.

Arriving at Manger Square, we’ll walk to the Church of the Nativity, a World Heritage Site believed to be the birthplace of Jesus and one of the oldest churches in the world.

We will return to the port of Ashdod after this nine-hour excursion.