By Israel Ministry of Tourism
Join our special tour on December 24 and celebrate Christmas in the Holyland
After picking-up from hotels, stop at Mount Scopus for a magnificent and breathtaking view of the Old and New cities illuminated.
Drive through the New City passing by the Knesset, Israel’s parliament house and the Israel museum.
Enter the Old City through Jaffa Gate and the local bazaar for a brief visit to the Church of Holy Sepulchre.
At around 20.00, proceed to the city of Bethlehem, birthplace of Jesus.
After a short stop in a souvenir store for tea, coffee and shopping, continue to the Shepherds’ field. Walk through Manger Square enjoying the festive Christmas decorations illuminating the city’s main square and the Church of Nativity.
Stop at a local restaurant specially decorated for the holidays and enjoy a festive Christmas dinner (wine & soft drinks included); Watch the Midnight Mass broadcasted live on TV; If mass is broadcasted on screens at Manger Square (subject to Palestinian authority’s approval) proceed to the spot.
After Mass return to the meeting point with our representative and drive back to Jerusalem, Hertzliya and Tel Aviv hotels.
- Passports are required for the tour.
- We recommend warm clothing and comfortable shoes.
Pick-up from: Dan Accadia hotel Hertzliya at 13.50
- Tel Aviv following hotels at 14.00: Grand Beach – Renaissance – Metropolitan-Royal Beach-David Intercontinental.
- Jerusalem following hotels at 16.00: Park – Jerusalem Gold – Grand Court – King David – Mount Zion- Dan Panorama-Dan Jerusalem.