Excursion number 5
Jerusalem in the ages
Archaeological parks of ancient Jerusalem with an underground tunnel
Plan of the ancient city in relation to the modern
© Photo by Tour Guide Paul October 6, 2010
The Holy City of Jerusalem, located on the hills and foothills, absorbed an amazing and rich history. It is impossible to understand this depth, if you do not explore the foundation of the city of Jerusalem - the city of David. This colossal in its importance and magnitude archaeological complex, will help to understand the traveler and pilgrims of the origin of the city of Jerusalem in this place on Mount Ophel opposite the Kidron Valley. A significant part of the excursion literally goes under the earth in an amazing imaginative system of mines and tunnels, in the bowels of which the waters of the source Gihon, mentioned in the Bible, still flow. Canaan water reservoir, Siloam font, pilgrim's road and many other sights leave an indelible impression. The journey continues in the Jerusalem archaeological park with the center. Davidson. The ruins of Jerusalem of the periods I and II of the Temple, Herod the Great, Roman and Byzantine empires, the ruins of the Umayyad palace make up a motley mosaic of the diversity of this amazing archaeological park. The tour also includes a visit to the Western Wall.
The tour starts in the old city of Jerusalem (Old City, Jerusalem) at the Jaffa Gate. Comfortable shoes, drinking water and a sun hat are required for this tour. Clothing should be the same as when visiting churches (men should not visit churches in shorts, women should have clothes with closed shoulders, no neckline, short skirts and shorts, trousers can be worn).
The duration of the tour is 5-6 hours.
The price for all participants of the tour is $350.
We wish you a pleasant stay and an exciting journey and pilgrimage!
The price for all participants of the tour is $ 300.
We wish you a pleasant stay and an exciting journey and pilgrimage!
Prices are quoted in USD.
This private tour is suitable for all ages who love hiking.
The Cost includes:
Guide services
Friendly guide recommendations for different places in Israel
The cost Excludes:
The cost of paid entrances along the route.
Personal expenses such a shopping, souvenirs, bar bills etc
Food, snacks and drinks
Trip Highlights
In case of accommodation of excursion participants in Tel Aviv and its environs or in other cities of Israel, we can help with recommendations on how to get to Jerusalem by public transport.
There is the possibility of delivery on excursions and back on our transport from the Tel Aviv area and its environs and the Dead Sea for an additional fee.
The program provides an overview of the main attractions.
The itinerary of the tour can be made according to the requests of the tourists.
A detailed program, taking into account the requests of tourists, is compiled after agreeing on the cost of services.
The tour is accompanied by Tour guide Paul
(License of a certified guide in English from the Ministry of Tourism of the State of Israel No. 10103)