Full Day Bethlehem Private Tour

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Jerusalem, Jerusalem

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We were recommended Deya (a graduate in archeology), and his brother Ala (our driver) by their colleague Hazem, and they made every effort to ensure that we had a wonderful, and insightful, tour of this part of the West Bank. Deya and Ala are Palestinian Christians who live close to Bethlehem, and they made delightful companions for the day. Transport and logistics are complicated in Palestine (eg managing the checkpoints) and we would not have managed well without Deya's sincere kindness and patience (and great communication beforehand).

We loved the remoteness of the Kidron valley and thought St George's Monastery and Mar Saba truly beautiful to visit, enhanced by Deya's knowledge. A private tour was a big plus in these special places. We had an even better experience than expected at the Church of the Nativity, managing somehow not to get caught in queues. And we loved Walled Off Hotel with its Banksy art and all the nearby graffiti art. This, and our open and informative guides, truly helped us appreciate the complexities of life in Palestine.

All in all, a remarkable day out made very special by our guides. Thank you both.

We booked a private tour with Hazem. This was the best tour of our entire trip! We divided our day between the history/current events of Palestine and the religious history/locations of Bethlehem. Hazem is passionate about his country and is a great story teller/educator. He met us the minute we crossed the checkpoint and took great care of us the whole day! I’m often asked if we felt safe so I will share that we always felt save. I really enjoy the benefits of a private tour over being with 100 others. The private tour offers the chance to truly talk and get to know your guide. By the end of the day we felt we had made a friend in Palestine. I highly recommend Hazem as a guide, we wish we had met him earlier in our trip so we could have planned additional tours. Meeting others and understanding different cultures is why we travel and this experience will be one remember!

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8 hours (Approx.)

Mobile ticket

Offered in: English

Good for avoiding crowds

Overview

Get an insider’s perspective on Bethlehem, a must-see Holy Land site that is also home to a vibrant Palestinian community. Cover thousands of years of history, from Nativity Church—believed to be the birthplace of Jesus Christ—to the contemporary artist Banky’s graffiti along the separation wall. Other highlights include meeting with locals in Aida Refugee Camp, a tasty hummus and falafel lunch (your expense), and a visit to an olive wood workshop.

A full-day tour of Bethlehem’s top sights with traditional falafel lunch
Learn about the West Bank’s turbulent history during face-to-face meetings with local refugees
Visit the main Biblical sights, including Nativity Church, Shepherd’s Field, and Milk Grotto
Enjoy Arabic tea or coffee, and locally made hummus and falafel (at your expense)

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What's Included

Bottled water

Local Guide Driver

Guaranteed to skip the long lines

Air-conditioned vehicle

Private transportation

Hotel pickup and drop-off outside of Bethlehem City

Meals and drinks

Gratuities

Departure & Return

Departure Point

Jerusalem

Departure Time

12:00 PM

Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
Not wheelchair accessible
Dress code is decent clothes
Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
Near public transportation
Most travelers can participate
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
OPERATED BY Hazem Bannoura private guide