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📍 Mount of Temptation
✈️ Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV)
🚗 103.4 KM
⏱️ 1 hour, 49 minutes
The Mount of Temptation, overlooking Jericho, is a significant biblical site easily accessible via a cable car that ascents the steep cliffside, making it suitable for most visitors, though a challenging hike is also an option. It can be visited independently by taking a taxi from Jericho to the cable car base, or as part of a guided tour which often includes other regional attractions; a guide provides valuable historical and religious context. While generally open year-round, visiting during the cooler months or early mornings/late afternoons is advisable to avoid the intense summer heat of the Jordan Valley. The approximate cost involves the cable car fare (around 60 ILS round trip) and potentially taxi fees, with monastery entrance typically free but donations appreciated, making it a relatively inexpensive outing. A typical visit duration, including the cable car ride, exploring the Greek Orthodox Monastery of the Temptation, and enjoying the panoramic views of Jericho and the Jordan Valley, usually lasts 1 to 2 hours. Modest attire is recommended when visiting the monastery.