Visit the Western Wall.
Enjoy the view of the Old City from Mount of Olives.
Connect to the story of the of Christianity.

Private Tour: Highlights of Jerusalem

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540 minutes (Approx.)
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The highlights tour in Jerusalem is a good introduction for first-time visitors. We will explore the city of three religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. A sample itinerary includes: 1. Lookout from the Mount of Olives 2. Jaffa Gate - introduction to the Old City. 3. Walk on top of the city's walls and see the Old City from above. 4. Visit the Jewish Quarter and its sites: the Roman Cardo and Hezekiah's Wall 5. Visit the the Western Wall ("The Kotel") - the spiritual heart of the Jewish nation. 6. Follow the story of Jesus along the Way of the Cross (Via Dolorosa) to the Christian Quarter. 7. Visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, which hosts the site where Jesus was crucified (Golgotha Hill) and the site of Jesus burial.

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Things To Know

  • Guiding
  • Taxi rides withing the city
  • Entrance fees
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress in modest clothing for visiting Holy Sites.

What's included in the package

Itinerary

Old City of Jerusalem

This is a "highlights tour" in Jerusalem which offers a wonderful introduction for first-time visitors. We will explore the city of three religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Feel welcome to contact for customization.

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Jaffa Gate

We'll start our story of Jerusalem's Old City near the famous Jaffa Gate. The gate is connected to the big changes which reached the city in the 19th century.

Ramparts Walk

Walk on top to the Old City walls and discuss its special history.

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The Davidson Center

Optional: walk on the real streets of Jerusalem from the 1st century CE. Follow the journey of a pilgrim on his way to the Second Temple, and visit the museum and excavations directly below the walls of the Temple Mount.

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Jewish Quarter

Visit the famous sites of the Jewish Quarter, such as the Roman Cardo and Hezekiah's Broad Wall. Lookout on the Temple Mount. Possible visit to the archaeological excavation near the walls of the Temple Mount (Davidson Center).

Muslim Quarter

Walk the famous Via Dolorosa, the Way of the Cross, which starts in today's Muslim quarter and leads to the Christian Quarter. Optional visit to the Austrian Hospice, where a rooftop allows incredible views of the Old City.

Western Wall

Visit the Western Wall, the most important place where Jews conduct services near the Temple Mount.

Christian Quarter

Continue the Via Dolorosa into the Christian Quarter. Follow the last stations to the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Optional visit to the Russian compound Alexander's Court, which hosts the ancient gates to the Byzantine church.

Admission Ticket Not Included

Golgotha

Visit the Chruch of the Holy Sepulchre, which stands on the sites where Jesus died on the Cross (Golgotha Hill) and was buried.

The Way of the Cross - Via Dolorosa

Walk the famous "Way of the Cross" and explore the history behind the beginning of Christianity and the New Testament.

Where to meet and pickup

Pickup and Dropoff

You can choose to be picked up from a list of locations, or alternatively, have the choice to make your own way to the meeting points

Additional Information

We can depart either from Jerusalem or from Tel-Aviv. Transportation is not included.

Meeting / End Points

  • In front of the gate, at a big open plaza. We can also meet at your hotel and take a taxi from there together (taxi fare is not included).

Ticket Redemption

Direct access, no redemption is required

Reviews By Other Travelers

5
Based on 12 reviews

What do other 12 guests say about Private Tour: Highlights of Jerusalem

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W8572BDalexb
5
Sep 2023
We spent two action packed days with David / Israel In Color in Jerusalem. The first was spent in the old city, exploring ruins, all the quarters, the temple, and learning about all the civilizations come on gone. The second day was focused on new jerusalem at yad vashem + israel museum. They we...
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marmstropekar
5
Jul 2023
I highly recommend going on a private tour if Jerusalem with David. I was in Jerusalem for work and wanted to have a better understanding of ancient Jerusalem. We arranged two separate tours, one that explored Iron Age Jerusalem and the other the period of the second temple and Byzantine periods....
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816nadinea
5
May 2023
Don’t look any further. David is your man. Another tour guide who crossed our paths on the spectacular walk on top of the city walls told us:” Oh, you got David! You’re very lucky! He’s the best.” Indeed, he is. We enjoyed very single minute of the entire day we spent with David. His historical...

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Israel in Color with Dr. David Gurevich

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Things to know

Included
  • Guiding
Not Included
  • Taxi rides withing the city
  • Entrance fees
Additional Information
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Dress in modest clothing for visiting Holy Sites.

Payment Methods

Accept all major debit and credit cards
discoverCreated with Sketch.
jcbCreated with Sketch.
alipay_hkCreated with Sketch.
Accept crypto currencies