DAY 1: Amman – Border Crossing – Jerusalem: Mt of Olives & Old City Tour
Pick up from your door in Amman (or elsewhere in Jordan), and transfer to King Hussein / Allenby Bridge Israeli Terminal.
From the border crossing, drive to the Mount of Olives for a wonderful view over Jerusalem.
Continue to the Church of the Pater Noster, where the Lord’s Prayer is displayed on local-style pottery panels in over 100 different languages and dialects.
The traditional Palm Sunday route takes you then past the vast Jewish Cemetery and several other churches and monasteries. At the foot of the mountain, you can stroll through the Garden of Gethsemane with its beautiful ancient olive trees.
Enter the Old City through the Dung gate to visit the Wailing (or Western) Wall, and view the Haram Al Sharif with the Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock.
Walk the Via Dolorosa with its Stations of the Cross till you arrive at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, where Jesus was crucified and buried, and then rose again.
Take some time to explore the bazaars, and leave then the Old City to the west by Jaffa Gate. If time is permitting, you can drive through West Jerusalem and view various landmarks.
Overnight in Jerusalem.
DAY 2: Jerusalem – Bethlehem – Shepherd’s Field – West Jerusalem
Depart from your hotel to Bethlehem, crossing into the West Bank and stopping at the Separation Wall.
Continue into today’s modern city of Bethlehem to see the Church of the Nativity, believed to be located at the birthplace of Jesus.
Drive to the Shepherd’s Fields in Beit Sahour, which is the place where according to some tradition the angels first announced Jesus’ birth.
After that, return to Jerusalem. If there is time, you can visit a site in the western part of the city, such as the Mahane Yehuda Market, Yad Vashem (the Holocaust Memorial), or the Israel Museum (where you can see the Dead Sea Scrolls). Please discuss your preference with your driver or guide, and note that museums may close early on some days.
Overnight in Jerusalem
DAY 3: Jerusalem – Sea of Galilee: Capernaum, Mt of Beatitudes & Tabgha – Nazareth – Border Crossing – Amman
After breakfast, we will take you North to the Sea of Galilee. Your first stop there is Capernaum, where you can see the remains of the once prosperous fishing village that became the home base of Jesus and his disciples.
Continue to Tabgha, where the miracle of the feeding of the 5000 is said to have happened. Also stop at the Church of the Primacy where Peter was told by Jesus that to continue his work.
Finally drive up to the Mount of Beatitudes, site of the famous Sermon on the Mount. Don’t miss out the monastery’s beautiful gardens.
After enjoying the fantastic views over the lake for a minute, head on to Nazareth. The boyhood village of Jesus is now a bustling city, and at the Church of the Annunciation you will see visitors from all corners of the world. This is also reflected in the décor of the modern building.
There, your tour comes to an end, and we will take you back to the border crossing and then to Amman (or elsewhere in Jordan), where we will drop you off at your preferred location.
Rates:
Please check the "Pricing" and "View full pricing" which is under "General Section" in order to check the rates.
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NOTES : 1- The Jordan Departure Tax is 10 JD per person / $ 15 USD per person (SUBJECT TO CHANGE ) 2- Exit tax out of Israel / Palestine is $ 57 USD per person (SUBJECT TO CHANGE) 3- Transfers between border terminals & optional VIP Crossing Service is $ 170 USD per person per day (SUBJECT TO CHANGE ) 4-The guided tour option (English Speaking guide) , the guide costs $ 300 USD per day for all , this means that if you want to include the English speaking guide this costs for all of you $ 300 USD per day divided by number of travellers (i.e. 300 / 2 travellers = $ 150 USD per person is the supplement for the guide and so on) , the rate $ 300 USD per day for all , for 02 days $ 300 x2 = $ 600 USD and so on .) The other guided tours for other languages are upon request and subject to availability and the rate will be advised upon request and the rate might be more. 5-The above prices may vary according to season, and are not valid during Christian or Jewish holidays 6-Fridays and Saturdays are not possible for this day tours as the border closes by 13.00 hrs
*Disclaimer – Please be aware that: 1- Border regulations may change rapidly, and individual experiences can vary. While we make every effort to provide up-to-date information, we cannot guarantee 2- The accuracy or permanence of the details outlined above. 3- We strongly recommend maintaining flexible travel plans and allowing for additional time to account for any unforeseen complications.
FAQs & General Information
1-Exit Taxes:
At either side of the border, an exit tax has to be paid when leaving the country.
(IL) = Israeli-Controlled Terminal
Border Terminal
Exit Tax / (per person)
All Jordanian Terminals
10 JOD (~$15 USD)
Northern Crossing: Jordan River Crossing (IL)
104 ILS (~$30 USD)
Central Crossing: Allenby Bridge (IL)
181 ILS (~$57 USD)
Southern Crossing: Yitzhak Rabin Crossing (IL)
2-Standard Shuttle:
At Allenby/ King Hussein Bridge, as well as at the Jordan River/ Sheikh Hussein Crossing, you have to take a shuttle bus to cross the space between the two border terminals.
Border Crossing
Shuttle Bus (per person)
Luggage (per person)
Northern Crossing: Jordan River Crossing (IL) / Sheikh Hussein
free
Central Crossing: Allenby Bridge (IL) / King Hussein
10 JOD (~$14 USD)
1 JOD (~1.40 USD)
3-Can I drive a rental car across the border?
It’s not possible to travel in a rental car from Jordan to Palestine/Israel and back. However, you can park a rental car in the paid parking lots on either side of the border.
4-Will the Israeli Authorities Stamp My Passport?
The Israeli Authorities current policy is to not stamp passports for tourist visas. Instead, travellers are issued with a personalized printed card. You should make sure to keep this card with you throughout the duration of your stay in Israel. Do not lose it.
5-Visa Information for Israel/Palestine: The entry and exit procedures for Israel/Palestine are governed by Israeli state authorities. Here’s what you need to know: -Citizens from most Western countries can obtain a visa upon arrival at several entry points, including Ben Gurion Airport, Eilat Airport, King Hussein/Allenby Bridge, Sheikh Hussein/Jordan River Crossing, or Wadi Araba/Yitzhak Rabin Crossing. If, however, you require a visa in advance, the application process should be initiated at an Israeli Embassy, typically the one in your home country. Check your eligibility for a visa upon arrival or the need for an advance application here. -Visas obtained on arrival are typically valid for a period of three months. -Important Note: On certain occasions, Israel has denied entry to travellers of Arab ethnicity or Muslim religion, as well as those perceived as activists supporting Palestinian causes. If you fall into any of these categories, anticipate potential delays at the border, and be prepared for extensive questioning.
6-Visa Information for Jordan (Jordan Pass) -JORDAN PASS: We recommend you purchase the Jordan Pass – the combined ticket that includes your tourist visa and entrance fees to most tourist sites – it’s the cheapest and easiest option for traveling around Jordan. -Note: For this option, you must stay in Jordan for a minimum of 3 nights. If you go with this option, you should buy the Jordan Pass online before entering the country. Basic Tourist Visa (Non-Jordan Pass)- Fees: Single Entry Visa (valid 1 month): 40 JOD (~$56 USD). -Entry Requirements: Passports must be valid for a minimum of 6 months upon arrival to Jordan.
7- BORDERS & ENTRY REFUSAL We have no control over the procedures of borders authorities, so we can’t guarantee your entry at the borders, as JHT team we make sure that you have all the information you need prior to your trip starting. If a customer is denied entry at any of borders by the border authorities for any reason, Jordan Horizons Tours (JHT) assumes no responsibility for refusing order, hence the cancellation & no-show procedure would be applicable.
Dates: All our tours are private tours, so we run then whenever you want. Just tell us the time and date you want to visit. See Tour Notes below for trips at the weekend (Friday & Saturday).
Transportation: All tours are run in private, air-conditioned vehicles, with excellent drivers.
Guides: We have English speaking, Government-Licensed guides available for all our tours. Guides with languages other than English may be at a supplement. Please check with us. Alternatively, you can choose the driver-only option.
Accommodation: Accommodation is based on 3-star hotels on Bed and Breakfast basis in twin share room. **Hotel Upgrade Options for 4 and 5-star upgrades are available upon request.