Private tour in Jerusalem Shmuel B
up to 3 people
5 hours
Private transportation
1
Shmuel B.
I'm knowledgeable, experienced and passionate about Israel and would be delighted to show you the...
Itinerary not perfect? Message Shmuel B. to build a tour that’s just right for you.
No one guides Herodion like I do. I've actually excavated at the site - it's my passion! Most people don't stop to explore the ruins of the lower palace complex outside of the park, with its large pool, Monumental building, remains of a Byzantine Church, but we do. I'll make sure we don't miss any of the amazing sights. We continue with Herod's mountain-top palace/fortress, and I'll show you how it is really fit for a king. We will learn about how water was brought to this isolated spot, how an entire administrative complex with palaces and gardens was built and why Herod chose to be buried there. We will see the remains of a mausoleum on the side of the mountain (discovered in 2009 by Prof Ehud Netzer) and a small theater where Herod entertained. I will put the life of King Herod, the history of the Second Temple period, just before the time of Jesus in perspective and explain the architecture and archaeology of an incredible site. A tour not to be missed!
Meet up at agreed location - Drive to Herodion (1/2 hour) - Tour of lower palace complex outside the park: pool, Monumental building, Roman bath house, mosaics, remains of Byzantine church (~1 hour) - Palace/fortress on mountain top: Triclinium/synagogue, ritual bath, Roman bath with 2000 year old dome (~1 hour) - Tomb area, glacis and newly discovered theater (~1/2 hour) - Water system, tunnels from Great Revolt (66-70CE) and Bar Kokhba revolt (132-135CE) (~1/2 hour) - Drive back to Jerusalem (1/2 hour) Drop off at agreed location This tour can be customised, so please click the 'message guide' button if you would like to discuss further.
Contact your local guide to know more!!
I am a licensed chauffeur and transportation to the archaeological park is included in my private car, 2012 Skoda Yeti with air-conditioning or similar. The tour of the site itself is a walking tour of a fascinating archeological site.
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide:
(12)
Book with a 20% deposit!
Size:
up to 3 people
Duration:
5 hours
Transportation:
Private transportation
1
Book with a 20% deposit!
Size:
up to 3 people
Duration:
5 hours
Transportation:
Private transportation
1
You will receive an email shortly with your booking and payment information.