Shore Excursion - Best of Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Haifa
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Shore Excursion - Best of Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Haifa

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Stop At: Church of the Nativity, Manger Square .15 minutes walking from bus 231, Bethlehem Palestinian Territories

Taking you to the most famous historical sites of Jerusalem and Bethlehem including a visit to the Garden of Gethsemane at the foot of Mount Olives, The Wailing Wall, La Via Dolorosa the last walk of Jesus Christ with the Cross and the Nativity Church.
On your arrival in Jerusalem, you will have a chance to take photos on top of the Mount of Olives. You will visit the nearby Church of All Nations, also known as the Basilica (or Church) of the Agony, and the Garden of Gethsemane. The Basilica, which is Roman Catholic, was consecrated in 1924 and is decorated with mosaics donated by each of the countries that also contributed to construction of the Basilica itself.
Enter the Old City of Jerusalem through the Dung Gate to see the Western Wall, which is actually part of the supporting wall of the Temple Mount. The only part of the wall that has not been hidden by construction, the Western Wall has remained intact since the destruction of the Second Jerusalem Temple in 70 A.D. The Second Temple, which was built in 517 B.C, was a replacement for the First Temple. The First Temple, which was conceived by King David, was constructed by King Solomon in 950 B. C.
The Western Wall has become the most sacred spot in Jewish religious and national consciousness and tradition by virtue of its proximity to the Temple, home to the Holy of Holies, and from which, according to numerous sources, the Divine Presence never departed. It has become a centre of mourning over the destruction of the Temple and Israel's exile, and a place of communion for the memory of Israel's former glory and the hope for its restoration.
You will leave the Western Wall Plaza and follow the Via Dolorosa. The Via Dolorosa winds through a maze of narrow alleys in the Muslim Quarter offering you a fascinating variety of shops and stalls where one can purchase anything from mixed nuts and spices, to different kinds of sweets and pastries, vegetables and falafel, along with souvenirs, ceramics and oriental jewels and cloths.
From Jerusalem, you will travel to the town of Bethlehem, a trip made by the magi (Wise men) many years ago.
While in Bethlehem, you will visit the Church of the Nativity, possibly the oldest continuously operating churches in the world. The structure is built over a grotto that tradition marks as the birthplace of Jesus of Nazareth and is considered sacred by followers of both Christianity and Islam.
Following Bethlehem, you will be returned back to the port.

Duration: 6 hours

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Included
  • Licensed Guide
  • Air conditioned Transport
  • Entrance Fees
  • Entry/Admission - Church of the Nativity
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  • Meals and Refreshments
  • Gratuities
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  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants must sit on laps
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • In order to reserve this tour, your cruise ship must have ported by 7am, this tour can only be completed if the tour starts at 8am from the port. If your ship ports later you will not be able to see both Jerusalem and Bethlehem as there will not be enough time.
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • If you have walking difficulties this tour will not be suitable for you, although you may be able to stay on the bus, the sites will not be visible from here.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers
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