Every tourist who comes to Israel for vacation has a wonderful opportunity to visit the most significant cities for Christians - Jerusalem and Bethlehem. An individual tour will provide a chance to stroll through these holy places and explore their main attractions.
On the way to Jerusalem, tourists can expect to visit the second most significant city for Christians, Bethlehem, located on the western bank of the Jordan River. According to the New Testament, Jesus Christ was born here, and one of the major holy sites of Christianity, the Church of the Nativity, is located in this city. Every tourist in Bethlehem has the opportunity to visit this church and light a candle before one of the most famous icons in Christianity - the Miraculous Icon of the Holy Virgin of Bethlehem. This icon is known for depicting the Holy Virgin with a smile, while on other icons, she is usually portrayed as serious or sorrowful. Additionally, during the individual tour, there is a unique opportunity to descend into the Grotto of the Nativity to see the Bethlehem Star, which symbolizes the birthplace of Jesus.
The journey through Jerusalem, one of the oldest cities in the world, begins with the Mount of Olives. From this place, there is a breathtaking view of Jerusalem, including its old and new districts.
The Church of the Holy Sepulchre continues the tour of Jerusalem. According to the Bible, Jesus was buried in this church, and it is also where Jesus was resurrected. The Holy Fire descends annually in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and the famous Stone of Anointing is located here.
Golgotha, which is part of the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, is the next stop on the tour. It is believed to be the hill where Jesus Christ was crucified. Surrounded by candles and lamps, Golgotha is one of the two main holy sites of Christianity, along with the Holy Sepulchre.
The tour of Jerusalem concludes with a visit to the Western Wall, also known as the Wailing Wall. For centuries, this place has been a symbol of faith and hope for many generations of Jews. It is worth noting that people of any religious affiliation can visit the Western Wall. At any time of day or night, one can see people praying here. Additionally, it is believed that the Western Wall grants wishes - to fulfill this, one must write a note with their most cherished desire and place it between the stones of the wall.
Every tourist in Israel has the opportunity to visit the sacred city of Bethlehem and the city of three religions, Jerusalem. An individual tour is an excellent opportunity to visit places in these cities and walk paths that are not mentioned in guidebooks or included in group tours. The advantage of an individual tour is the ability to coordinate with the guide the attractions that the tourist wishes to visit. Additionally, during such a tour, a person (with their family or friends) can spend as much time as they want near a particular attraction (there are no time constraints). The personal guide provides interesting commentary throughout the tour, and if children are part of the tour, they will also find it fascinating. An individual tour of Bethlehem and Jerusalem accompanied by an experienced guide will uncover the mysteries of some of the most enigmatic cities in the world. Every participant in the tour will be captivated by the atmosphere of these ancient cities and will undoubtedly want to return here again.
- A non-Israeli passport is required for travel to Bethlehem (Palestinian Authority).
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Order cancellation conditions:
If a tourist cancels an excursion less than 3 days in advance, the penalty is 100%.
Important:
- The company is not responsible for lost items.
- Responsibility for having an individual insurance policy falls on the tourist.
- Visiting holy places is permitted only in modest clothing. Open T-shirts, short shorts and skirts above the knee are not allowed (shoulders and knees must be covered); women must wear a headscarf when entering temples and other holy places.
We recommend:
Bring drinking water, a hat, and sunglasses with you on the excursion.
The cost of trips does not include and is paid on the spot:
- Food
- Paid entrances
Attractions
At this part of the city located its main attractions are concentrated. In the Old City are the main shrines of three religions: Muslim, Jewish and Christian. There are also several quarters in which Jews, Arabs, Christians and Armenians live. Despite the fact that Armenians also are Christians, separate services are held for them in temples, and they live separately. In the Armenian quarter there are practically no tourist excursions. Everyone can see the stunning monuments of ancient architecture, just a walk through the Old Town. The Tower of David, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, the preserved Roman shopping street, the Wailing Wall and many other sights of Jerusalem are open for tourists.
There are a lot of biblical events associated with this place. Jesus Christ preached on Mount of Olives. Moreover, at that place he foresaw the future of Jerusalem and the destruction of the Temple, prayed in the olive grove of Gethsemane, was arrested due to the betrayal of one of his apostles - Judah. Also, in ancient times, the prophet Zechariah made a prediction about the end of the world. According to that predicition, Mount of Olives will split into two parts, and then the resurrection of the dead will begin. On the western slope of the mountain is a Jewish cemetery, where the son of King David Absalom was once buried, and now prominent statesmen of Israel are buried there.
On the way from the Roman praetorium to Calvary passed the mournful path of Jesus Christ. Fourteen forced stops were made along the way, due to circumstances stopping the sad procession, now called stations. Small churches or chapels were built on the site of the first ten stations. The remaining four can be seen in the Church of the Holy Sepulcher. Having walked along the Way of the Cross, you can see and feel what Jesus had to endure.(In the excursion you will visit the last 5 points)
In the building where the tomb of King David is located, on the second floor located the Upper Room. There took place the Passover meal of Jesus and his apostles , after which Judas betrayed Christ. Seven weeks later, the Holy Spirit appeared in the Upper Room. After that, the apostles of Christ spoke in many different languages and went around the world to preach the New Testament. The scene of the Last Supper is reflected in the works of famous artists and icon painters.
Modern Bethlehem is located on the territory of the Palestinian Authority. The main population is Muslim Arabs and a small part of Christian Arabs. The main income of Bethlehem is the flow of tourists. Christian pilgrims from all over the world come to this city, the place where Jesus Christ was born. Every Christmas in Bethlehem Christmas masses are held snd the masses are broadcast around the world. The main shrine of the city is a silver star in the cave of the Church of the Nativity of Christ, which marks the place where Jesus was born. In this temple there is a miraculous icon of the smiling Mother of God, the cave of the Beaten Babies.
The Western Wall or the Wailing Wall in Jerusalem is the wall preserved after the destruction of the First and Second Temples of the Jews. The Arabs, who saw how the Jews grieve over the destruction of the temple, called this place the Wailing Wall. Currently, there is a tradition: when you standing at the front of Wailing Wall you can make the most secret dreams. You can also put a note between the stones of the Wall with a cherished desire, which will certainly come true. When you are planning to visit the Wailing Wall, it should be remembered that this is possible only in modest clothing that covers the knees and shoulders.
Church of the Holy Sepulcher (Church of the Resurrection) - the main shrine and place of pilgrimage for all Christians around the world. It is the place of the convergence of the Holy Fire, were Jesus Christ was crucified, buried and resurrected.
The Church of the Nativity of Christ was erected in Bethlehem above the cave where Jesus was born. Divine services at the Nativity Church have not practically interrupted since the Early Byzantine era. The modern building of the Church of the Nativity is the only Christian temple in Palestine, preserved from the pre-Muslim period.
In Jerusalem there is the Church of the Holy Sepulcher revered by all Christians. The part of that churrch is one of the most important shrines of the Christian world - Golgotha or Calvary (the mountain on which Jesus was crucified).
To the right of the main entrance to the Temple there are steps - you can follow them to Calvary. This holy place is surrounded by candles and lamps. Under the altar of the Orthodox chapel, located on Calvary, there is a deepening marked by a silver circle. If you put down your hand, you can touch the place where stood the cross, on which Jesus was crucified.
Believers from different countries come to Jerusalem to visit the most important attraction - the Church of the Holy Sepulcher and touch Golgotha.
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Большое спасибо компании за организацию экскурсии, отдельно огромное спасибо нашему гиду Петру за очень интересное и доступное просвещение нас, мы женой очень благодарны ему, причём это уже была вторая экскурсия вместе с ним. Советую путешествовать с компанией Атлантис и чтоб Вам попадались такие хорошие гиды как Петр!
Many thanks to the company for organizing the excursion, and a special thank you to our guide Peter for the very interesting and accessible education of us; my wife and I are very grateful to him, and this was already the second excursion with him. I advise you to travel with the Atlantis company and that you come across such good guides as Peter!
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