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 go to the Holy City to see its most emblematic sites and visit 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 hop on the bus to Jerusalem. The trip will take about one hour.

The first stop will be at Mount Scopus for a panoramic view of the Old City of Jerusalem. We'll visit the Gardens of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations at the foot of the Mount of Olives. Information about the importance of these sites will be shared during the tour.

We'll cross the Kidron Valley to the historic center of Jerusalem to visit the Wailing Wall, significant for its history related to the kingdom of Judah. A brief overview of its significance for the Jewish community will also be provided.

Next, we will walk down the Via Dolorosa, where Jesus walked on his way to crucifixion, passing by several markets and the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Participants will have one hour of free time for lunch in Jerusalem.

After lunch, we will continue to Bethlehem and arrive at Manger Square, walking to the Church of the Nativity, a designated World Heritage Site, historically situated at the birthplace of Jesus.

From Bethlehem, we will return to the port of Ashdod after this nine-hour excursion.