Full-Day Mar Saba Monastery Tour from Bethlehem
Highlights
Bethlehem
religious, cultural, historical
Group Tour
1 Day
Easy
English, Russian
Description
Embark on a journey to Mar Saba, a historic Greek Orthodox monastery located in the Kidron Valley in the West Bank, near Bethlehem. It houses relics, icons, and manuscripts of religious importance and is known for its sense of spiritual seclusion. Also, visit the Cave of St. Sabas, where St. Sabas is said to have lived as a hermit before establishing the monastery.
Itinerary
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Mar Saba Monastery Tour
- Departure from Bethlehem.
- Enjoy the journey to Mar Saba, taking in the landscapes of the West Bank and Judaean desert.
- Arrival at Mar Saba: Arrive at Mar Saba and take some time to appreciate the exterior of the monastery. Observe the unique architecture integrated into the cliffs.
- Visit the nearby Cave of St. Sabas, where the founder of the monastery is believed to have spent time in seclusion.
- Spiritual: Take some quiet time for personal reflection or prayer, respecting the contemplative atmosphere of the monastery.
What's Included
What's Excluded
Know Before You Go
What To Bring
Meeting Point
Cancellation Policy
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For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.
Price
The Group Size and Price | |
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1 to 18 | /group |
This is a group tour |