Jerusalem of Gold

 

Traditionally, JERUSALEM’s history spans over 4000 years… but it’s fame really began when David conquered it, making it his capital.

It gathered momentum when his son, Solomon, built the first temple on Mt. Moriah (traditional location where Abraham was meant to sacrifice Isaac).

Since then it has become the focal point of monotheistic religions throughout the world and the heart and soul of the Jewish faith.

 

 

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Synopsis

Jerusalem of Gold – From atop the Mt. of Olives, with the panorama of Jerusalem at your fingertips, an overview of the geography, the biblical and political situation, bring insight into the temperament of the times past and present.

Tour Itinerary

Tour Code: AJOG1

  • Ascend the Judean mountains to Jerusalem.
  • Stop atop the MT OF OLIVES for a panoramic view of the old city, where over 4000 years of history unravels before you.
  • Cross the KIDRON VALLEY to the observation point of the City of David.
  • Continue to the Walled city and visit the DAVIDSON CENTER, the archaeological park of Jerusalem from the 2nd Temple Period.
  • Visit the WAILING WALL, holiest shrine in Judaism today.
  • Walk through the rebuilt JEWISH QUARTER, including the Cardo.
  • Cross the pulsing EASTERN BAZAAR with its exotic aromas and colorful shops.
  • Exit the town via Mt. Zion to visit the traditional location of KING DAVID’S TOMB.
  • Visit YAD VASHEM the memorial to the Holocaust.
  • Drive through the streets of new Jerusalem to the MENORAH in front of the Israeli parliament.
  • Return in the evening.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT CRUISE EXCURSIONS

Tour Options

Below is a list of sites on the same route and close in themes which can be exchanged or added, depending on personal preferences and time constraints.

The tour may be operated as a JOINT TOUR enabling you to share expenses which allows you the benefits of a private tour excursion at a price competitive with bus tours.GET THE BEST OF BOTH WORLDS.

GROUP TOURS can be arranged for large groups enabling itinerary flexibility and adaptability to groups requirements, interests, language etc.

Religious services may also be arranged for all faiths.

OPTIONAL SITES

Tower of David Museum: museum for history of Jerusalem.
The Burnt House: a magnificent building, revealed during the excavations of the Upper City, named due to its singular testimony to the destruction and burning of Jerusalem by the Romans in the first century. An excellent audio-visual presentation shares with visitors the complexities of Jewish life at this time.
The Sephardic Synagogues: established when the congregation of Sephardic Jews originally arrived in Jerusalem as a result of the Spanish Inquisition.
Israel Museum: noted exhibits are its large scale model of Jerusalem from the Second Temple Period and Shrine of the Book, where the Dead Sea Scrolls are kept.
HaElah Valley: traditional location of the battle between David and Goliath.
City of David: National Park where Jerusalem started.
In warm weather, the visit can include a walk through the Hezekiah Tunnel (a distance of approx. 400 yds./m. in a depth of water about 2.5 ft /75 cm high) underneath the ground. The tunnel was excavated from the rock by King Hezekiah during the Assyrian siege, in order to bring the spring water into the town.
Western Wall Tunnel: The Western Wall is the last remnant of the Temple and holiest site for Jews around the world. It’s entire length is actually 488 meters (1,600 feet) long.The first 80 meters (262 feet) on the southern end, were uncovered immediately after the Six Day War and can be seen at the Southern Excavations at Davidson’ Center. The exposed portion is only about 57 m (187 ft) long. The remaining 320 meters (1,050 feet), known as the Western Wall Tunnel, continues underground beneath the streets and houses of the Old City of Jerusalem. Visits must be scheduled long in advance.
Mt. Herzl: cemetery of dignitaries, including Rabin, great leaders of the nation and military cemetery.
Mea Shearim: the orthodox neighborhoods.
Mishkenot Sha’ananim and Montefiore Windmills: first Jewish settlement outside the walled city.
Ammunition Hill: 6 Day war memorial commemorating the liberation and re-unification of Jerusalem.
Old Yishuv Court: displays the story of the Jewish community under Ottoman rule, through till the final days of the British Mandate.
Oskar Schindler’s Grave.