Western Wall, Sepulcher Church, Baptism Site, and Dead Sea
ID: GYG1231093-1888395
Category:
Country: Israel
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
Explore the Old City of Jerusalem, visit the Baptism Site on the Jordan River, and swim in the Dead Sea on a guided tour.
Explore the Jewish Quarter in the Old City of Jerusalem. Descend to the Temple Mount to view the Al Aqsa and the Dome of the Rock Mosques and the Mount of Olives. Visit the Western Wall, the last remnant of the Jerusalem Temple.
Continue to the Sepulcher Church. Climb steep steps to the Golgotha, the Cavalry. View Jesus's Tomb. Explore the church, which is a miracle of the Medieval Architecture.
Take a scenic drive through the Judea Desert to the Jordan River. Pass by Jericho, the oldest walled city in the World, with the views of the Mount of Temptation.
Continue to the Jordan River to Visit the Baptism Site, Qasr Al Yahud. Here, the Israelites, led by Joshua, crossed into the Holy Land. From here, Prophet Elijah ascended to the skies. And here John the Baptist baptised Jesus in the waters of the Jordan River. Step into the water, enjoy the views of the multiple monasteries standing on the shores, and join a deep spiritual experience of the site.
Take a short drive to the Dead Sea Resort. Marvel at the views and enjoy swimming in the Dead Sea. Take a ride back to your hotel.
Highlights
- Immerse yourself in the rich history and realities of Jerusalem's Old City
- Visit the Western Wall, the last remnant of the Jerusalem Temple
- Explore the Church of the Holy Sepulcher and view Jesus's Tomb
- Visit the Baptism Site, Qasr Al Yahud, on the Jordan River
- Swim in the Dead Sea and enjoy the views of the surrounding desert
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The tour involves walking and climbing steep steps
Dress modestly for religious sites
Bring swimwear for the Dead Sea
INCLUDED
- Visit to the Jewish Quarter in the Old City of Jerusalem
- Visit to the Temple Mount
- View of the Al Aqsa and the Dome of the Rock Mosques
- Visit to the Mount of Olives
- Visit to the Western Wall
- Visit to the Sepulcher Church
- Visit to Golgotha, the Cavalry
- View of Jesus's Tomb
- Scenic drive through the Judea Desert
- View of Jericho and the Mount of Temptation
- Visit to the Baptism Site, Qasr Al Yahud
- Visit to the Dead Sea Resort
- Swimming in the Dead Sea
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.