Private Tour
Ashdod Shore Excursion: Private Jerusalem and Bethlehem Day Trip
Overview
Available languages
Mobile ticket
When your cruise ship docks at Ashdod Port, head out on a full-day tour and explore the historic holy towns of Jerusalem and Bethlehem with a private guide. This must-do shore excursion includes visits to the Mount of Olives and Jerusalem’s Old City to see sites such as the Western Wall and the Muslim bazaar. Explore Bethlehem in the afternoon, discovering the spiritual sites of Manger Square, the Milk Grotto, Church of St Catherine and more!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This itinerary is only a proposal; we can customize this private tour according to your wishes
A current valid passport is required on the day of travel
Modest dress is required when entering the holy sites; covered knees and shoulders
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Air-conditioned vehicle
Professional private guide
Port pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
Toll and parking fees
Entrance fees
What To Expect
View Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives
Christian Quarter
Viist the Christian Quarter
Options
Tour in English
Pickup included
Tour in Spanish
Pickup included
Reviews
19 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Avi Shaleav, the best your guide in Jerusalem
cherg410,
Sep 10, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Avi Shalev!!!!!!Avi Shalev!!!!!!!! Avi Shalev!!!!! This is the tour guide to look for with this company BeinHarim. My mother aunt and I booked a private tour and was blessed to receive Avi. He is so patient, knowledgeable, thoughtful and professional but personable as well. I booked this private tour because I knew we would need to slow down the pace that you get with a large group heard them in and out your. But what we received exceeded my expectation. On my return visit I will nook Avi Shalev again and I recommend anyone reading to do the same.
Best guide ever Avi Shalev
chervell g,
Sep 10, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00This was truly a wonderful tour. Our guide Avi Shalev was so knowledgeable, patient, kind, thoughtful, respectful and genuine. I booked this for my mom, aunt and myself because I knew we would need more time and to be able to progress at our own pace. Avi was right on top of everything including keeping us mindful of out time with regards to what we wanted to see and do. I will Definitely look for Avi Shalev on my return visit and I encourage anyone reading this to do the same. Avi Shalev is his name
A very unpleasant and unreliable experience
981adelbertb,
May 23, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00We booked and paid the Bethlehem/Jerusalem tour in February 23 for April 23. The afternoon before the tour-day we got an SMS "tour cancelled". We called the office and the answer was: only 4 people. Imagine what it means: a tour booked two mounts ahead and the day before you got the information, that the operator cancelled the tour. And then, BEN HARIM credited only US$ 230.40 in stead of the paid US$ 240.00 - they deducted the cancellation fee of 4 %. BEN HARIM cancelled the tour and we should pay 4 % cancellation fee. Even we exchanged in the meantime about 10 mails, BEN HARIM is not willing to reimbourse the cancellation fee.
Dorit Halimi
Wayne H,
Apr 30, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We loved our very informative & fun tour with Dorit. There is so much to see in Jerusalem! Thanks so much for a great experience!
Frustrating waste of money
jczacher,
Jan 11, 2023
- Review from Viator
2.00Arranged for a port pickup. Started off not great cause ship was late to port. Met guide, Moshe, about 45 mins to an hour late. We then proceeded to get lost in the port for about 30-45 mins. Then meeting up with guide for Bethlehem was problematic so by 1:30 we decided to drop our Bethlehem visit since no end of waiting in sight and we had done nothing yet except drive around. This was a full day tour. Went to Jerusalem and that was pretty good. Overall, for the price paid, it was a bust and would never do it again nor recommend it. Guide seemed angry that his tip wasn’t bigger which is laughable.
Our guide was very good...
Billy B,
Nov 16, 2022
- Review from Viator
4.00Our guide was very good but we could not hear him all the way in the back of the car. Also the car was very uncomfortable for a 10 hour day.
A wonderful experience
nmcd2016,
Nov 12, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00My sister and I (both seniors) took this tour on October 12, 2022. We had a wonderful day with Eli. He was very knowledgeable and very pleasant to spend the day with. He accommodated our walking speed (slow!!). He accompanied us through Bethlehem and Jerusalem. Did get to see all of the sites. Took time for photos and lunch and shopping. It was a wonderful experience walking through Old Jerusalem and visiting Bethlehem that I'll never forget. The private tour is the way to go, you get to see and experience so much more. Thank you Eli.
Excellent tour but beware of finding your escort!
Patricia A,
Oct 16, 2022
- Review from Viator
3.00We had a wonderful time on out tour with Offer (our guide). He was very knowledgable and very accomaditing to our special needs group. Thw problem was with pickup at the pier. It was a horror story getting to our guide. Easy pickup at the pier it wasn’t and this was for a private excursion! We met our driver at the shopping mall!
Bethlehem at its best!
Barbara F,
Oct 2, 2022
- Review from Viator
5.00Our trip was outstanding and very personalized! We had done many things in Jerusalem on the previous day, so our guide was wonderful about taking us to different places. He was on time, funny, good English and full of interesting information. He provided us with an outstanding biblical expert to walk us through the Church of Nativity. We could not have been more pleased with our day!
Itamar Best Guide
NP933,
Sep 11, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excursion on Sunday 4th September. Some initial problems because the WhatsApp customer service was unable to coordinate the pick-up at the port of Ashdod. We therefore left with an hour late. However, the day went on the best way thanks to our guide Itamar. A truly exceptional guy, very professional and prepared but above all passionate about his work. He literally made me love this visit to the holy places. Thanks Itamar!
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