Jerusalem: The Center of the Universe - Walk the "Holy City" with GaryTheGuide
Overview
This tour allows you to see Jerusalem from the perspective of multiple cultures and religions. We can traverse the city at your pace, seeing the sites that interest you most. I would be happy to personalize this tour for you based on your needs. The Old City of Jerusalem is filled with culture, sounds and tastes, people, and meaning. Wandering this city with an open mind can lead you to discover things you never knew, about the city and about yourself.
Inclusions
- Guiding at all sites and along the paths of the Old City of Jerusalem
- Food and shopping recommendations
- Help in planning any other aspect of your stay in Israel
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Temple Mount, Jerusalem Israel
What Muslims call Al-Aksa and Jews call the Temple Mount could be described as the connection between Heaven and Earth. It is the site of the Dome of the Rock and the al-Aksa Mosque, and it is where the Temples of Solomon and Herod stood. This spot represents where Christians, Jews, and Muslims envision the peace that awaits us all in the future.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem
This is the most accepted site for the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus. It is filled with chapels and artifacts that narrate the stories of Jesus and his followers, and the development of Christianity throughout the ages. Recent restorations open up the ability to see stunning and colorful artwork, scenes that have been hidden beneath the dust for centuries.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Western Wall Plaza Jewish Quarter, Jerusalem 97500 Israel
There are three different sections of the Western Wall, the center of Jewish holiness for close to 8 centuries. The Hidden Wall helps you understand what this wall meant for Jews from the moment prayer began there in the 13th century. Ezrat Yisrael (the gender mixed area of the Western Wall) allows you to grasp how this wall is connected to the Temple, God's house on Earth. The traditional Western Wall (gender separated) allows you to see how modern Israel and it's people interface with this holy spot, an image that brings out the challenges and conflicts within the Jewish faith.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mount Zion, Rehov Ma'ale HaShalom, Jerusalem 9750000 Israel
Mount Zion is a neighborhood of enigmas. It's very name is confusing. We will visit both the Room of the Last Supper and the Tomb of King David, discussing whether these are the true sites. The discussion itself of the validity of these holy places, as well as the Dormition Church which sits next door, brings out colorful stories of Jews and Christians attempting to define themselves in an ever changing world.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: City of David National Park, Ma'alot Ir David, Jerusalem 9710600 Israel
The original Jerusalem, built by a small fresh water spring, sat just south of today's Old City walls. In this small village, the Canaanites created a unique system of tunnels and walls to protect their water. These structures figure in to the stories of the Biblical King
David and his descendants. We will traverse these caves, exploring the stories of Kings, palaces, battles, burial, and miracles. ($6-8 entrance fee, not included in the tour price) (option of traversing a wet tunnel that will require water shoes and a flashlight)
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Temple Mount, Jerusalem Israel
What Muslims call Al-Aksa and Jews call the Temple Mount could be described as the connection between Heaven and Earth. It is the site of the Dome of the Rock and the al-Aksa Mosque, and it is where the Temples of Solomon and Herod stood. This spot represents where Christians, Jews, and Muslims envision the peace that awaits us all in the future.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Church of the Holy Sepulchre, Jerusalem
This is the most accepted site for the Crucifixion and Resurrection of Jesus. It is filled with chapels and artifacts that narrate the stories of Jesus and his followers, and the development of Christianity throughout the ages. Recent restorations open up the ability to see stunning and colorful artwork, scenes that have been hidden beneath the dust for centuries.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Western Wall Plaza Jewish Quarter, Jerusalem 97500 Israel
There are three different sections of the Western Wall, the center of Jewish holiness for close to 8 centuries. The Hidden Wall helps you understand what this wall meant for Jews from the moment prayer began there in the 13th century. Ezrat Yisrael (the gender mixed area of the Western Wall) allows you to grasp how this wall is connected to the Temple, God's house on Earth. The traditional Western Wall (gender separated) allows you to see how modern Israel and it's people interface with this holy spot, an image that brings out the challenges and conflicts within the Jewish faith.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Mount Zion, Rehov Ma'ale HaShalom, Jerusalem 9750000 Israel
Mount Zion is a neighborhood of enigmas. It's very name is confusing. We will visit both the Room of the Last Supper and the Tomb of King David, discussing whether these are the true sites. The discussion itself of the validity of these holy places, as well as the Dormition Church which sits next door, brings out colorful stories of Jews and Christians attempting to define themselves in an ever changing world.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: City of David National Park, Ma'alot Ir David, Jerusalem 9710600 Israel
The original Jerusalem, built by a small fresh water spring, sat just south of today's Old City walls. In this small village, the Canaanites created a unique system of tunnels and walls to protect their water. These structures figure in to the stories of the Biblical King
David and his descendants. We will traverse these caves, exploring the stories of Kings, palaces, battles, burial, and miracles. ($6-8 entrance fee, not included in the tour price) (option of traversing a wet tunnel that will require water shoes and a flashlight)
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- Holy sites require modest dress! You may dress comfortable while walking along the streets and markets. When entering the Holy sites, women must cover their legs down to their ankles, their arms past their elbows, and their front up to their neckline. Men must have their knees covered and wear a shirt with sleeves. (contact GaryTheGuide for details)
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Tom B
August 2019
Our trip to Jerusalem could not have been a patch on what it was without the expert guidance of Gary Kamen. His formidable knowledge and charming enthusiasm brought everything to life in a most accessible way. It’s simple: do not walk the streets of Jerusalem without Gary the Guide !
Our trip to Jerusalem could not have been a patch on what it was without the expert guidance of Gary Kamen. His formidable knowledge and charming enthusiasm brought everything to life in a most accessible way. It’s simple: do not walk the streets of Jerusalem without Gary the Guide !danaF6417YD
August 2019
From stepping foot outside the Tel Aviv Airport, Gary greeted our family of 13 with welcoming arms. We spent nearly 10 days traveling from Jaffa City to the Golan Heights to the Dead Sea and eventually Jerusalem. Along the way, Gary was unbelievably knowledgeable, witty and a depth of balanced ...
From stepping foot outside the Tel Aviv Airport, Gary greeted our family of 13 with welcoming arms. We spent nearly 10 days traveling from Jaffa City to the Golan Heights to the Dead Sea and eventually Jerusalem. Along the way, Gary was unbelievably knowledgeable, witty and a depth of balanced perspective on history, religion and politics which define the region. He planned an itinerary which was accessible, adventurous, enjoyable and understandable from our clan which ranged from age 6 through 78. In the end, I have to admit that it was one of the most memorable vacations in my lifetime and Gary felt like part of our family! Thank you...Eric152019
July 2019
It was a pleasure to work with Gary and learn about Jerusalem. We were a group visiting on a Bar Mitzvah trip, so had travelers of all ages and with different mobility issues. He was able to organize activities that worked for the whole group. He was extremely knowledgeable and helped us t...
It was a pleasure to work with Gary and learn about Jerusalem. We were a group visiting on a Bar Mitzvah trip, so had travelers of all ages and with different mobility issues. He was able to organize activities that worked for the whole group. He was extremely knowledgeable and helped us to see aspects of the city that I didn't even know existed. Wish we had a lot more time in Jerusalem, but this was a great experience.Julie S
July 2019
Gary The guide is the guy you want to show you around Jerusalem. He is filled with knowledge, he is funny and he will accommodate your every need. I told him he should write a book! He just knows everything about EVERYTHING. So grateful for the time he spent with our family to show us around The ...
Gary The guide is the guy you want to show you around Jerusalem. He is filled with knowledge, he is funny and he will accommodate your every need. I told him he should write a book! He just knows everything about EVERYTHING. So grateful for the time he spent with our family to show us around The Old City, The Dead Sea, Masada, etc.jillericsp
July 2019
We had a spectacular tour with Gary. We had a group ages 11-70 and he was able to create a fabulous trip for us. He is incredibly knowledgable and really made the history come to life. He was warm, attentive and very engaging. Highly recommend this tour and this guide!!
We had a spectacular tour with Gary. We had a group ages 11-70 and he was able to create a fabulous trip for us. He is incredibly knowledgable and really made the history come to life. He was warm, attentive and very engaging. Highly recommend this tour and this guide!!littleleo2019
July 2019
We took this tour with Gary the Guide and it was fantastic. Gary is not only knowledgable but also really fun. I highly recommend this tour to everyone.
We took this tour with Gary the Guide and it was fantastic. Gary is not only knowledgable but also really fun. I highly recommend this tour to everyone.