Overview
A classic tour of Jerusalem with a Jewish focus.
We'll begin this day of sightseeing by picking you up at the Ashdod pier. We will then make our way to one of the best panoramic viewing points in all of Jerusalem.
Next, we're off to the Zion Gate, which is one of eight gates built into the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem.
We will continue our exploration into the Jewish Quarter and the Old City. The Jewish Quarter is undoubtedly the most serene area of the Old City, where Jerusalem's oldest synagogues stand, with its beautiful bougainvillea flowers growing over the brick walls, and an air of religious learning permeates the quiet cobbled areas.
Of course no Jewish focused tour of Jerusalem would be complete without a visit to the Western Wall. The Western Wall is the single most sacred site in the Jewish faith. It stands as the last remaining remnant of the Second Temple and has been a site of pilgrimage for Jews from all over the world since the Ottomon period. Today it is one of the most religious and politically sensitive sites on the planet.
At this point, we'll break briefly for lunch. Your guide will be able to make a few suggestions for meal options.
Following lunch, we will begin the second half of our day, which is based on your preferences. We will have time to visit 2 of the following sites:
- Yad Vashem (Holocaust Martyrs' and Heroes' Remembrance Authority)
- Western Wall tunnels (additional fee)
- Mea She'arim (open market)
- Knesset (Legislature of Israel)
- Hadassah Hospital (See the Chagall Windows)
Depending on the pace your party sets throughout the day, you just might have time for a third site. We will ask which sites you'd like to visit during check-out, but please also remember to communicate your wishes to your guide on the day of touring.
- Please note: In the afternoon you will be able to choose 2 sites to visit from our list (time permitting). We will ask for your choices when you check out. Please also remember to communicate your wishes to your guide on the day of touring.
- We will always opt to avoid bad traffic and crowds. Please note that this itinerary is subject to change. Any changes to the itinerary are always done with your best interest in mind.
- Please wear comfortable footwear, as portions of this tour involve walking.
- Lunch, beverages, entrance fees, gratuities are not included.
- If you would like to do the Western Wall tunnels, you must pre-purchase your tickets in check-out. Please note: the tickets are pre-reserved and therefore non-refundable.
- A surcharge applies for Saturday bookings as well as holidays. In 2017, these dates are April 11, 17; May 2, 31; September 21, 22, 30; October 5, 12.
- Yad Vashem is closed on Fridays, Saturdays and all Jewish Holidays.
- If you would like to see the Western Wall tunnels, you must pre-purchase your tickets during check out. Please note: the tunnels are closed on Saturdays.
- Pre-purchased tickets for the tunnels are non-refundable.
- Modest dress is mandatory. Wearing revealing clothing such as sleeveless shirts, shorts or skirts above the knee will result in you not being allowed entry into religious buildings. Men must wear yarmulkes (Jewish caps) on entering synagogues and to approach the Western Wall, but paper versions are provided on entry free of charge. Women may want to bring a shawl.
- Please note: Jewish sites may close early on Fridays and will be closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays.
Attention clients: You must carry your passport with you on this tour. You will not be able to enter certain sites if you do not have your passport.Days offered: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday
Departures:- 08:00 AM, duration: 9 hours Tour duration approximate.
