Palestinian Territories travel scenery
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Palestinian Territories

Ramallah (de facto) / East Jerusalem · Middle East

A land of profound religious significance, ancient olive groves, and deeply rooted traditions amidst a complex landscape.

Travel cost

Trip length

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Budget

$45/day

$315

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Standard

$100/day

$700

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Luxury

$250/day

$1,750

Estimates per person (USD) excluding international flights.

Travel information

Best season

Mar–May & Oct–Nov

Currency

Israeli Shekel (ILS) / Jordanian Dinar (JOD)

Language

Arabic

Time zone

UTC+2

Power plug

Type C/H · 230V

Emergency

100 police · 101 medical · 102 fire

Top attractions

Old City of Jerusalem
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Old City of Jerusalem

Sacred sites including the Dome of the Rock and Church of Sepulchre.

Church of the Nativity

Church of the Nativity

Major Christian pilgrimage site in Bethlehem built over Jesus' birthplace.

Jericho
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Jericho

One of the oldest continuously inhabited cities in the world.

Mar Saba Monastery
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Mar Saba Monastery

Ancient Greek Orthodox monastery built into a cliff in the desert.

Local tips

Food

Fresh falafel, hummus, and Maqluba are culinary highlights not to miss.

Culture

Modest dress is required for visiting all religious and rural sites.

Transport

Shared taxis known as 'servis' are the most common way to travel.

Safety

Monitor local news closely and check for checkpoint closures before traveling.