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Jerusalem

I love touring in Jerusalem!

Over the last 12 years I have guided more than 1,500 tours for visitors of all ages. Jerusalem is an amazing place to visit: it touches the hearts of so many people from around the world, it's fascinating and has so much to offer! However, it is also complex with it's many alleyways, stairs/hills, hot summer and cold winter weather, lesser known impressive sites, and behind-the-scenes stories/issues. An expert guide is key for the best experience in this complex city, and my clients have been very happy they have chosen to tour with me.

I offer: 

  • Tours throughout all areas of the Old City and Modern Jerusalem. Tours of new excavations, behind-the-scenes information, and off-the-beaten path sites. 

  • Special Tours for children/teens of all ages: family friendly routes and timing, age appropriate tour content, games and prizes. 

  • Theme tours for the Jewish Holidays such "Pesach in Yerushalayim in the time of the Beit HaMikdash", Bat Mitzvah tours as well as custom-designed tours.

  • Planning the tour and making reservations, providing a detailed itinerary for the tour day, guiding the tour, and games/prizes are included in the guiding fee.

  • Perfect for first time visitors or those who have toured extensively

 

 

Tours described are general outlines. Each tour is a private, custom-designed tour for you and your group. I do not offer group tours that individuals can join. Any special needs, sensitivities, requests? Let me know so I can suggest just the right itinerary for you.

 

Western Wall Tunnel Entrance

HALF DAY TOUR 

  • Up to 4 hours including snack break

  • Lots of content for all ages and backgrounds

  • Plenty of down time to enjoy the restaurants, markets and atmosphere of Jerusalem or relax at your hotel pool

  • Games, prizes, and family friendly stories for tours with children

  • Perfect tour for hot or cold weather

  • Custom designed  

  • Half day tours start at 9:30 or 2:00pm

*1375 NIS (approx. $375 USD)

City of David
Golden Menorah

3/4 DAY TOUR 

  • Up to 6 hours including a lunch break

  • Maximize touring time without it being "too much" 

  • Recommended for teens or adults

  • Best value 

  • Custom designed

  • 6 hour tours can start anytime until 11:00 am

*1590 NIS (approx. $435 USD)

 

FULL DAY TOUR

  • Up to 8 hours including a lunch and additional breaks

  • Perfect for adults to cover alot or enjoy a leisurely pace

  • Custom designed

  • Full day  hour tours start by 9:30am.

*2015 NIS (approx. $550 USD)

WHAT TO BRING/WEAR

  • Comfortable walking shoes with good treads (white not recommended).

  • Backpack

  • Water, sunhat, sunscreen (apply before the tour), and sunglasses. Some areas do not have shade. Snacks, just-in-case.

  • Tissues and hand sanitizer for under-stocked bathrooms.

  • Make sure your phone/camera is fully charged to take pictures of all the amazing sites. An extra battery pack to charge devices can help ensure you won't miss out on any moments you would like to capture.

  • If you will be visiting holy sites, you will want modest clothes that cover shoulders and knees or a scarf put on over whatever you are wearing. No low-cut shirts. Pants, skirts, capris are fine. Men require a head covering for the Western Wall.

  • Please send me names of everyone in the group (helps me remember!), any allergies or special needs/diet to be aware of. 

 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION, PLEASE READ TO THE END OF THE PAGE

 

*Fees are for tours booked as of December 15th, 2023. Guiding fees do not include entrance fees, transportation or meals, if any. All fees are detailed in advance.

  • Fees are for one nuclear family up to 10 people 

  • If two families with children under age 12 would like to do a tour together, there's an additional 250 shekel fee

  • Groups of more than 10 people there's an additional fee of 250 shekels.

  • Guiding fees are quoted in shekels (NIS) and can be paid in cash or by credit card.

  • A 25% non-refundable deposit is required to hold the date or one month in advance. 50% of fees are due in the event of cancellation one week prior to tour. 100% of fees are due for cancellation within 48 hours of tour. 

  • Please see our FAQ page for all terms and conditions. 

 

*Guiding fees include a developing a customized itinerary and making any necessary reservations for the tour day, games and prizes for children as well as guiding the tour.

*Travel health insurance is essential and I highly recommend trip cancellation insurance as well. I can refer you to an excellent insurance agent based in Israel. Ask me for more information.

*I do not plan itineraries for tour days I am not guiding. I can recommend an professional trip planner. Tourism in Israel has returned to record levels. Sites such as Yad Vashem, Masada, restaurants, private guides and drivers and many activities now require advance reservations. A trip planner has become essential for a successful trip to Israel.

*I am not able to guarantee a nut-free environment on a tour. Please let me know about allergies so I can do my best to avoid allergens on the tour. 

*A half day tour is the minimum tour length I offer. If a group has less time for a tour, it will be charged for a half day tour.

Modern Jerusalem
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