Private tour in Jerusalem Shmuel B

Gaza Envelope Oct 7th Tour

-
Hours icon 8 hours 30 minutes
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-3 people
Your party size

1

Tour date
View our cancellation policiesUpgrade for total flexibility with Any Reason Cancellation
Book with a depositSecure your tour today and pay your balance later
-
Hours icon 8 hours 30 minutes
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-3 people
Your party size

1

View our cancellation policiesUpgrade for total flexibility with Any Reason Cancellation
Book with a depositSecure your tour today and pay your balance later

Shmuel B.

4.9

Guide rating

127

Reviews

Tours delivered

3 hrs

Avg. response time

I'm knowledgeable, experienced and passionate about Israel and would be delighted to show you the country. I was born in Israel but grew up in Ottawa, Canada, so I am a native English speaker. I have lived in Jerusalem with my family for more than 25 years and have been a licensed guide for more than 15 years. Click on "Read Reviews" below to hear what other clients have said about touring with me. Covid-19: I have had 2 vaccine shots plus a 3rd & 4th booster as recommended by the Israel Ministry of Health. Israel is a deeply fascinating and varied country, as your guide I'll make sure you get the most out of your trip. I have created a set of special tours for ToursByLocals combining Archaeology, Art and Architecture; Religion, History and Culture. Here is a list of tours that I specialize in (if you can't find them on the TbL site please message me for more information). Jerusalem - 4 quarters & 3 religions Mount of Olives Jerusalem's Haram el-Sharif/Temple Mount, Religion & Politics City of David/ancient Jerusalem & Hezekiah's tunnel Jerusalem's Israel museum Herodium Masada En Gedi & Dead Sea Beit She'an - Roman Decapolis city Sussita/Hippos Around Sea of Galilee where Jesus lived & taught Caesarea, King Herod's port city Akko/Acre Mount Gerizim Crusader sites like Appolonia, Belvoir, Castelet, . . . Jericho Susiya Makhtesh (craters in Negev) Nabatean Spice Route I also take people "off the beaten track" into unique nature sites in Israel, walking and hiking , like Nahal Og, Wadi Qelt, Nahal Peratzim. I am also a photographer so if you are interested in seeing the country through a camera lens I can take you to unique and special places where you will be able to get great photos. I'm flexible and orient each tour to your interests. When you hire me as your guide it's your tour and it is at your pace. I am happy and able to explain Jewish, Christian and Muslim customs and traditions whatever your religious beliefs. Licensed tour guide, Israel Ministry of Tourism Licensed chauffeur

Have a question or want to customize this tour? Message Shmuel B.

Overview of your Jerusalem tour

At 6:30am on Saturday morning October 7, 2023, the Palestinian terrorist group Hamas launched a massive, coordinated surprise attack on Israel from the Gaza Strip with the launching of thousands of rockets into southern and central Israel. Using bulldozers, vehicles, and paragliders about 3,000 terrorists breached the Gaza-Israel border fence at multiple points. Severe atrocities and massacres took place in residential communities, 1,200 people were killed, the majority civilians, 364 young people were murdered at an outdoor music festival near Kibbutz Re'im, Hamas abducted 251 people, including children, elderly citizens, and soldiers, dragging them back to the Gaza Strip. It marked the deadliest day in Israel's history and triggered the ongoing Israel–Hamas war. My tour tells the history from 1943 of the Gaza Envelope, Jewish settlement within Israel close to the border with Gaza and the tragic events of Oct 7th. The places we visit will tell their story and we will bear witness and pay our respects.

Your Jerusalem tour itinerary

These are the places I will take you to bear witness starting at Givat Kobi the overlook point into Gaza from the city of Sderot. From there we will visit the destroyed police station and the Garden of Heroism & Remembrance monument built on the site. We will visit these additional sites: destroyed cars at Tkuma Shuva Achim rest stop past Kibbutz Sa’ad Nahal Oz commemorative lookout dedicated to the female IDF surveillance soldiers Kibbutz Be’eri Nova festival memorial site past Kibbutz Re’im Kingfisher roadside bomb shelter past Ein HaShlosha, Nirim, Kibbutz Nir Oz Ofakim

Want to customize this tour?

Tell your guide which places matter to you, skip what doesn't, and tailor the experience for your group's needs. Not finding what you want? Message your guide to build something unique.

Transport details
Type: Private Transportation / Category: Sedan

Skoda Yeti with air conditioning

What's included
Private Guide
What's not included
Private Transportation With Driver
Private Transportation
Meeting location

Jerusalem, Israel

Meet you at your hotel

  • You can request a specific meeting location (for example, your hotel) during the checkout.
Other details
Tour categories
History
Religious Sites
Tour reference number
1823327
Languages
English
Hebrew
Activity level
Moderate

FAQs

Who is this private tour in Jerusalem best suited for?

This private tour is ideal for travellers interested in history and current events, particularly those who want to understand the complex situation between Israel and Gaza. It's perfect for those who wish to connect with a local like Shmuel B. for deeper insights into the region's history and the tragic events of October 7th.

What should I bring or wear?

Can this private tour in Jerusalem be customized to focus on what I want to see and skip places I've already visited?

How long is the tour, and can the start time or duration be adjusted?

Where does the tour start and end?

Is transportation included?

What happens if a site is closed, crowded, or the weather changes?

What languages is this tour offered in?

AI-generated. Please confirm details with your guide

-
Hours icon 8 hours 30 minutes
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-3 people
Your party size

1

Tour date
View our cancellation policiesUpgrade for total flexibility with Any Reason Cancellation
Book with a depositSecure your tour today and pay your balance later
-
Hours icon 8 hours 30 minutes
Private transportation
Private tour for 1-3 people
Your party size

1

Tour date
View our cancellation policiesUpgrade for total flexibility with Any Reason Cancellation
Book with a depositSecure your tour today and pay your balance later
More tours in Jerusalem by Shmuel B.
Similar tours in Jerusalem
Explore more of Jerusalem
Jerusalem: Following Jesus' StepsFull Day LDS Family Private Tour Of Jerusalem With AladdinMasada, Ein Gedi and Dead SeaA half day tour in the most sacred city in the worldCaesarea-Maritima - King Herod's New CityExplore Masada, Qumran and Dead Sea on a tour with your local guideJerusalem Old City walking tourClassic Jerusalem Full-day Tour with Via Dolorosa and Wailing WallOld city of Jerusalem full dayKing David's city - Jerusalem from 3000 years agoJerusalem Four Hour Walking TourJerusalem - inside the WallsJewish highlights in JerusalemCity of David Private Tour - Where Jerusalem beganHalf Day Private Tour in BethlehemChristian highlights in Jerusalem - private tourJerusalem private tour - All highlights included!Full Day Tour of Jerusalem with baselTemple Mount and The Jewish QuarterWalk for three/four Hours through the past, present and futureIndepth Personalized Tour of Jerusalem's Old CityJerusalem Six Hour Private & Fully Customizable Walking TourTwo Private Half Day Touring Days in JerusalemJerusalem First Time Visitor Tour With AladdinJerusalem private walking tour - the Four QuartersGolden JerusalemMassada, Qumran & the Dead Sea Tour With AladdinFull Day Bethlehem - Jericho - Jordan river With AladdinFull-Day Tour of Nazareth & Sea-Of-Galilee With AladdinDigging the Story of MasadaNazareth and The GalileeJerusalem Old City Private Tour2 days tour in Jerusalem and BethlehemShore excursion ashdod-jeusalem tourHerodium - King Herod's palace/fortressWalking city tour of Jerusalem - Private TourJerusalem private half day walking tourFootsteps of JesusThree Faiths Tour of old City of JerusalemMasada, Dead Sea and the Judean Desert