9 Bethlehem Trips in Tel Aviv Worth the Day

1.Jerusalem and Bethlehem Guided Day Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,316 reviews · 10 hours · from $118Our pick

Travel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and Bethlehem in one long, guided day. You’ll see Mount Scopus, the Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Manger Square, and the Church of the Nativity. Guides such as Itamar, Avi, Yoav, and Hava have led recent departures, though your guide may vary.

“Itamar was an excellent guide, very personable, funny, knowledgeable, and engaging. He painted a vivid picture of the history behind the sites with captivating storytelling along the way. Both Bethlehem and Jerusalem are worth seeing to get a sense of the beginning and the end of the story of Jesus. You’re in good hands if you have Itamar as your guide!”

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2.Jerusalem, Bethlehem & Dead Sea

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 881 reviews · 12 hours · from $109Best value

From Tel Aviv, you’ll walk Jerusalem’s four Old City quarters, see the Western Wall and Church of the Holy Sepulchre, visit Bethlehem’s Church of the Nativity, then float in the Dead Sea. English-speaking guides such as Sivan, Joseph, Shimon, and Yael have led this route, which suits first-time visitors who want a fast overview rather than a slow, in-depth tour.

“Hello, We very much enjoyed the tour. It was very informative, structured, and well organized. We had very good guide Josef, he introduced for us Jerusalim He reminded for us amazing history of this great city and also told us abot today"s Jerusalim. After Jerusalim we visited Bethlehem and again it was interesting excursion. After that we went to the Dead sea. It was really amazing experience - it is so strange when your body is listening to the solty water more than to your brains commands. Amazing day and unforgetable memories! I would recommend this tour to everyone who starts his acquaintance with this wonderful country.”

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3.Day Tour to Jerusalem and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 720 reviews · from $121

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and Bethlehem in one long day. Walk the Old City, Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Manger Square, and Church of the Nativity with a guide. Guides such as Yoav, Itamar, Dima, and Shaked have earned strong praise, though crowds, rushed visits, shopping stops, and changing bus arrangements can affect the day.

“Our tour guide Yoav is really humorous. He added so much fun of this trip. We have enjoyed so much of both Jerusalem and Bethlehem.”

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4.Jerusalem, Dead Sea, and Bethlehem from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 299 reviews · from $109

Leave central Tel Aviv at 6:30 a.m. for a packed 12-hour day covering the Dead Sea, Jerusalem’s Old City, and Bethlehem. Expect guided walks, air-conditioned transport, a private beach stop, and separate guides in Jerusalem and Bethlehem. The schedule is fast, and the Church of the Nativity may be viewed briefly if queues are long.

“Beautiful experience, it's worth it. I liked it because we had the chance to see almost all of the main attractions in just one day. For a first time, I think it's perfect.”

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5.West Bank Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 141 reviews · 12 hours · from $162

See four important West Bank sites in one long day, from Qasr el Yahud on the Jordan River to Bethlehem’s Nativity Church. You’ll travel with an English-speaking guide, eat lunch, visit Yasser Arafat’s tomb, and walk by the Separation Wall. Guides such as Talmud and Tamer have been praised for their humor, care, and historical insight.

“Guided tours saves a lot of holiday time, don't need to worry about safety, transport, etc. You can know a lot interesting information from local guides :)”

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6.Bethlehem, Jericho, and Qasr El Yahud Day Trip from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 99 reviews · from $135

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Tel Aviv through the Judean Desert to Jericho, Bethlehem, and Qasr El Yahud. You’ll see Mt. Temptation, Zacchaeus’ tree, the Church of the Nativity, Shepherds’ Field, and the Jordan River baptism site, with Israeli and Palestinian guides sharing local context.

“I love this tour! Bethlehem and Jericho were incredible beautiful!Very well organized.”

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7.Bethlehem, Jericho & Jordan River Tour from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 57 reviews · from $119

Start early from Tel Aviv for a packed day in Bethlehem, Jericho, and Qasr al Yahud at the Jordan River. Visit the Church of the Nativity, ride the Mount of Temptation cable car for an extra $16, and tour the monastery. Guides such as George have led well-organized departures, though pickup and group coordination can vary.

“This tour was a great day trip - and although the driver was a little on the quiet side - the other travellers on the tour melded well and enjoyed the tour together.”

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8.West Bank Tour from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 51 reviews · from $140

Leave Tel Aviv at 6:30 a.m. for a guided West Bank day trip with stops at Qasr al-Yahud, Jericho, Ramallah, and Bethlehem. You’ll visit the Church of the Nativity, see Banksy-related wall art, eat an Arabic-style lunch, and return to Tel Aviv in the early evening. Bring your original passport and dress modestly.

“Tour guide was wonderful. He was friendly, efficient and informative. The trip was enjoyable and enlightening in every way.”

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9.2-Day Best of Israel Tour from Tel Aviv: Jerusalem, Bethlehem and Masada Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 38 reviews · from $360

Pack major Israeli sights into two days with guided visits to Jerusalem and Bethlehem, then Masada and the Dead Sea. Guides may vary, with past departures led by Ami, Amir, Rikki, Ron, Eli and Eyal. Hotel accommodation, breakfast, transport and pickup are included, though hotel quality and group size can affect the experience.

“These are all incredible places to visit and this trip covers them way better than youd be able to do yourself. Day 1 starts in Jerusalem which was completely overwhelming, its a complete shock to the senses, all this ancient history, incredibly diverse cultures and religions Read more”

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