JERUSALEM private tour with ELAD VAZANA - Life in Israel & Palestine Then & Now

5.0 (119 reviews) Jerusalem, Israel
Duration3h - 4h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Hebrew
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Holy Jerusalem is a complex city, thousands of years old, a place of yearning and identification for Jews, Christians, and Moslems. Join me on a walking tour during which we will meet and talk with people from the wide variety of cultures and religions who live in the Old City. We will visit holy places of the three religions: the Dome of the Rock, the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher, and more. As we wend our way through charming narrow streets, we will enjoy hidden courtyards, view the city from concealed roofs, be intoxicated by myriad scents in the colorful markets, taste authentic foods, and hear stories of the past and present that provide food for thought.

What's included

  • Coffee and/or tea
  • Lunch

What to expect

  1. Jaffa Gate
    10m
    Meeting point
    Learn about the ancient wall of Jerusalem, an UNESCO World Heritage site and understand Jerusalem basics..
  2. Dome Of The Rock
    30m
    The history of this sensitive site and why so much conflict surrounds it. (closed on Friday, Saturday and Muslim holidays)
    * Optional
    *We will only be able to visit this site if conditions allow, including the opening hours, the security arrangements on that day, and the available time frame*
  3. Western Wall
    20m
    History of the Western Wall and its significance to the Jewish people. Have the opportunity to approach the Wall and leave a secret written prayer in its cracks
  4. Jewish Quarter
    20m
    Customs of Judaism, religious items, artwork, and Biblical stories
  5. The Way of the Cross - Via Dolorosa
    10m
    Walk the Stations of the Cross to the Church of the Holy Sepulcher
    (Optional)
  6. Muslim Quarter
    20m
    Islam, its culture, symbols, dress, architecture, codes, and history in Jerusalem
  7. Mount Zion
    20m
    The Tomb of King David, the Room of the Last Supper (optional)
  8. The Cardo
    20m
    The Cardo, originally laid out by the Romans almost 2000 years ago, is now a shopping center for Jewish art and religious items.
  9. 30m · Admission ticket not included
    Have great lunch of Mediterranean local fresh food (Hummus and friends..) NOT INCLUDED in price
  10. Christian Quarter
    20m
    Walk via the main shopping street of the Christian Quarter
  11. 30m
    The holiest site to many Christians, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher is a complex of some 20 chapels, each with its own history and significance. Hearing the stories of the chapels enhances what could otherwise be a confusing visit.
  12. Jaffa Gate
    10m
    End the tour

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

On the stone bench just Outside of Jaffa Gate, Jerusalem Old city

End point

On the stone bench just Outside of Jaffa Gate, Jerusalem Old city

Additional information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Hat, water, comfortable walking shoes
  • Modest clothing is required to enter holy sites
  • Private transportation can be provided for an additional fee
  • Morning tours or afternoon tours can be customized to suit every scheduleWear comfortable sho
  • Enjoy a flexible itinerary and tailor your sightseeing to suit your preferences

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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