From Jerusalem: Tour of Jericho, Jordan River & the Dead Sea From Jerusalem: Tour of Jericho, Jordan River & Dead Sea
ID: GYG410800-745199
Category:
Country: Israel
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Take a day tour from Jerusalem and visit the most ancient city in the world, Jericho. Stand where Jesus was baptized on the Jordan River and dip into the healing saline waters of the Dead Sea.
Take a day to explore the city of Jericho. Learn the historical significance of this ancient city and its biblical role. Climb the Mount of Temptation by cable car and witness stunning views. Visit the Jordan River and see where Jesus was baptized before ending the day bathing in the Dead Sea.
Find yourself amongst a biblical story in the city of Jericho. Learn how the city walls fell in the Battle of Jericho and visit the ancient sycamore tree that Luke climbed for a chance to see Jesus over the crowd.
Admire Elisha's Spring, the fresh-water source that has nourished the city for thousands of years. Explore the original Jericho settlement that dates back to 9000 BC and see up-close a Neolithic watchtower.
Continue with a cable car ride up the Mount of Temptation, biblically known as the place where the Devil tried to tempt Jesus to forsake God. Admire the Greek Orthodox monastery there, which seems to defy gravity on the precarious cliffs.
Arrive at the Jordan River, said to the be the location where John baptized Jesus. Learn of the thousands of visitors seeking baptism in the same place and how it may be where the Israelites crossed into the Promise Land.
End a perfect day relaxing at the Dead Sea. Float in the water that has 8.5 times more salt than the ocean. Lather your skin with mineral-rich mud and soak up the sun on the beach before heading back to Jerusalem.
Highlights
- Visit the ancient city of Jericho and see where Joshua made the city walls fall
- Ride up the Mount of Temptation and see the Greek Orthodox monastery
- Spend time on one of the best beaches along the Dead Sea shore
- Stand at the point on the Jordan River where John baptized Jesus
- See the sycamore tree made famous by the Biblical tale of Zacchaeus
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Pick-up from selected hotels. If you need to be picked up from elsewhere (like an airbnb), the local operator will send you details of the closest pick-up point.
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 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 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.
