Armenian Christmas

Take a morning drive to Bethlehem and visit historic sites like the Shepherd's Field and the Church of the Nativity. Possibility to join a midnight Christmas liturgy at the grotto of the Nativity.

After an early drive to the Mount of Olives, enjoy a breathtaking view of the Old City from atop the mountain and walk down to visit holy sites such as the Chapel of the Ascension and the Church of the Pater Noster. Proceed to the Garden of Gethsemane for some peaceful relaxation, followed by Ein Karem and the birthplace of John the Baptist.

Enter Jerusalem through Saint Stephen's Gate and walk through the Old City, visiting the Church of Saint Anne, built over the site believed by the Crusaders to be the home of the Virgin Mary. Also visit sites like the Pools of Bethesda and the Antonia Fortress, then walk the Via Dolorosa towards the Church of the Holy Sepulcher.

Visit the Armenian Patriarchate of Jerusalem, walk through the Cathedral of Saint James, and visit various sites throughout the Armenian Quarter like the Church of the Holy Archangels. Pass through the Zion Gate to also explore sites outside the city walls, including the Tomb of King David and the Church of Saint Peter in Gallicantu. Then enjoy a free afternoon to explore the city at your own pace.

Take a drive to the Dead Sea and swim in its famously salty waters, then drive along the Jordan Valley to reach the Baptismal Site of Jesus Christ, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Proceed to the Mount of Temptation in Jericho, then to the Galilee region for dinner in Nazareth.

Visit the Basilica of the Annunciation and Mary's Well, then depart for Cana of Galilee, a peaceful town by the Sea of Galilee where Jesus performed his first miracle at a wedding.

Visit the Mount of Beatitudes and enjoy its enchanting gardens overlooking the Sea of Galilee, which is actually a lake. Then explore Tabgha and Magdala, ending the day with a boat ride on the Sea of Galilee.