Shore Excursion to Bethlehem and Jerusalem

Shore Excursion to Bethlehem and Jerusalem

Upon your cruise ship's arrival in Ashdod, we offer an excursion to Bethlehem and Jerusalem. We will pick you up at the cruise port and take a bus to Jerusalem, a journey of about one hour.

The first stop will be at Mount Scopus for panoramic views of the Old City of Jerusalem. Following this, we will visit the Gardens of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations, where you will learn about their historical significance.

Next, we will cross the Kidron Valley to the historic center of Jerusalem, visiting the Wailing Wall, the last remnant of the largest sanctuary of the kingdom of Judah. You will learn about its history and importance for the Jewish community.

After that, we will walk the Via Dolorosa, the path Jesus took to crucifixion, passing markets and the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. This site is meaningful for visitors of all backgrounds.

You will have one hour of free time for lunch in Jerusalem. After lunch, we will continue our route to Bethlehem.

In Bethlehem, we will visit Manger Square and the Church of the Nativity, recognized as a World Heritage Site, traditionally considered the birthplace of Jesus and one of the oldest churches globally.

We will then return to the port of Ashdod, concluding this nine-hour excursion.