For Returning Visitors

Tracks of change

Price for up to 10 ppl

340 $

4h

What made the design for Jerusalem’s first public fountain so controversial that the mayor refused to approve it? How did a deadly epidemic in the 19th-century spark a transformation that would shape the future of the city we know today?

On this tour, those who have visited Jerusalem many times before will experience a fun and interesting journey through stories and landmarks that redefined Jerusalem’s history.

• We begin at the Jerusalem old railway station, we will explore the dramatic changes that started in the late Ottoman period. New roads, the rise of hotels and consulates and the evolution of Jerusalem all together.

• Next, is Jerusalems First fountain and hear the funny story behind it that most guides don’t even know about.

• Mishkenot Shananim the first neighbourhood outside the old city walls. How neighbourhoods nobody wanted to live in turn into the most beautiful and expensive residential areas in Jerusalem today.

• King David Hotel- gain a fresh perspective on sites you thought you knew until you’ve been on this tour.

• Ymca- and davids crown niehborhood.

• Herods tomb- Debunking myths.

• From there we will visit katef hinom, where the oldest biblical text has been uncovered.

• Walk on a short hike to the ruins of Shmaah neighbourhood.

• Continue to the ‘farm in the valley’- an oasis in the middle of the city that takes the concept of “urban nature” to the next level.

• Continue to the longest suspension bridge of Israel.

•The tour ends at either Jaffa Gate or inside the Old City — whichever you’ll prefer.

By the end of this tour

 You’ll have seen the rebuilding of a legacy. You’ll have a deeper understanding of how the 19th century laid the foundation for the Jerusalem we know today – field with beautiful tourist sites, parks and restaurants.

 

    • Comfortable walking shoes.

    • optional: Flipflops for water.

    • Water bottle

    • Hat, Sunscreen, sunglasses.

    • light cover-up for holy sites

    • Camera / smartphone

    • Cash

  • To reserve your tour, simply reach out through the contact form or email.

    Site entrance fees are not included in the tour price. These will be calculated at the time of booking, based on the number of participants and the specific sites you’d like to visit.

    I recommend booking at least 2-3 weeks in advance, especially during busy seasons, to secure your preferred date.

    A deposit through PayPal may be required to confirm your booking, with the remaining balance due on the day of the tour.

  • Your flexibility is important to me.
    Here’s how cancellations are handled:

    • Cancellations made up to 8 days before the tour will receive a full deposit refund.

    • Cancellations within 7 days before the tour the deposit is non- refundable.