Jerusalem: Small Group Full-Day Tour Jerusalem: Small Group Full-Day Tour (English)
ID: GYG20349-20440
Category:
Country: Israel
Duration:
07:30 hours
Description
Drive to the Mount of Olives, visit the Wailing Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, and Yad Vashem. Enjoy a fascinating day trip to Jerusalem's most iconic landmarks and learn about local history.
** The Tours are conducted in two languages
Experience the important sites of Jerusalem on a full-day tour that covers all the bases of this ancient and holy city.
After morning pick-up from your hotel, drive to Mount of Olives for a panoramic view of the city.
Stop at Mount Zion to visit King David's tomb, the room of the last supper, and the Dormition Abbey.
Enter the Old City and walk through the Armenian and Jewish quarters to the recently excavated and restored Cardo, also known as the Roman Road. See the Jewish Wailing Wall, the Kotel, and continue to the Christian Quarter. Walk along the Via Dolorosa and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Proceed to the New City to visit Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust.
On Saturdays and Jewish holidays, instead of Yad Vashem, drive to Ein Karem, southwest of Jerusalem, traditionally known as birthplace of John the Baptist; Stroll in the narrow lanes of the picturesque neighborhood, stopping by Mary's spring and continue to visit the remarkable Church of Saint John the Baptist.
As you are escorted, your tour guide will explain the religious, cultural, and historical significance of the places you are seeing, providing you with a comprehensive introduction to Jerusalem.
Please note that on April 9, 15, 20,29; May 29; September 19, 20, and 27, 2020, the visit to Yad Vashem will be replaced by a visit to Ein Karem.
Highlights
- View the city from the vantage point of the Mount of Olives
- Walk through the Christian, Jewish, and Armenian quarters of town
- Visit Yad Vashem, the memorial to the Holocaust
- See the Wailing Wall, a site of pilgrimage for people around the world
- Admire the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and learn about its history
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• Modest dress (no shorts or sleeveless shirts) and head coverings are required to visit holy sites.
• Children under 10 years old are not permitted into Yad Vashem.
• Hotel pickup is provided from centrally located hotels only. The supplier will confirm the pick-up time and address. If your hotel is not central, you will be sent the address of the closest meeting point.
• Please note that on April 9, 15, 20,29; May 29; September 19, 20, and 27, 2020, the visit to Yad Vashem will be replaced by a visit to Ein Karem.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
