• Mar Saba Monastery - Begin the day with a drive through the suburbs of Bethlehem to explore Mar Saba Monastery in the Judean Desert. This historic Christian monastery, built into a cliff during the Byzantine era, is one of the largest in the world. While only men can enter the sanctuary, our private Mar Saba tour allows women to enjoy stunning views of the Jordan Valley and see the monastery’s interior from the base of the southern tower, located outside the walls.
• Shepherd’s Sanctuary - Take a short drive to Beit Sahour, a historic town whose name means “Place of the Night Watch,” referring to the shepherds who watched over their flocks by night. Situated 1 km east of Bethlehem, it was once inhabited by Canaanites in its many caves and is now home to numerous churches and convents. Churches mark the sites of Shepherds Field, the Field of Ruth, and the Well of the Lady.

Visit Shepherd’s Field in Beit Sahour, 2 km east of Bethlehem, where angels appeared to shepherds with the joyous news of Jesus’ birth. Accompanied by a multitude of heavenly hosts, the angel sang, ‘Glory to God in the Highest and on Earth, Peace among men.’

• Star Street - Return to the Old City of Bethlehem and its quarters. Walk along “Star Street,” visit the Syriac Quarter, one of Bethlehem’s historic quarters where locals reside, and stop by the old entrance of Bethlehem, believed to be the path Joseph and Mary took from Nazareth to Bethlehem.
• Church of the Nativity - Explore the Nativity Church, constructed by Justinian in 530 AD. Enter the Byzantine basilica through the Door of Humility and view the original floor of Constantine’s first church from 326 AD. Descend to the grotto, the birthplace of Jesus, and visit the Church of Saint Catherine and the Caves of Saint Jerome, where the Bible was translated in the fifth century. The Nativity Church is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
• Al Bad Museum - Discover the Al Bad Museum for Olive Oil Production, also known as Badd Jackaman, located in Bethlehem’s Old City and dating back to the 19th century. The museum showcases ethnographic and archaeological artifacts detailing the oil production process. The exhibit highlights oil’s various uses, including lamps, medicine, food, soap, and cosmetics. “Opening hours: 08:00-14:30 Monday to Friday and Saturdays.”
• Milk Grotto - Stroll along Milk Grotto Street to the Church of Milk Grotto. Tradition holds that while the Virgin Mary was nursing baby Jesus, a drop of milk fell, turning the stones white.
• The Walled Off Hotel - Conclude the day with a visit to Banksy’s graffiti, the separation wall, Aida Camp, and The Walled Off Hotel, also known as “Banksy Hotel.”

• Private Tour Guide
• Pickup from Bethlehem 300 Checkpoint or your hotel
• In-vehicle air conditioning
• No fuel surcharges

• Pickup/drop off in Jerusalem
• Lunch
• Gratuities
• Public transportation to the meeting point

Delight in your visit to Bethlehem and the spectacular Monastery of Mar Saba, a Christian monastery that’s among the oldest continuously functioning in the world, nestled in the Judean Desert overlooking the Kidron Valley. Get a glimpse of biblical history from the era of King David up to the present day. Stroll through the city’s quarters, gain knowledge about the local olive oil production as well as arts and crafts, explore the Church of Nativity and Shepherd’s Field, visit the Aida refugee camp, and view Banksy’s Graffiti.

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