Private tour in Jerusalem Helen C
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I have lived, laughed, loved and lamented in Jerusalem for over 20 years. I feel at home in her alleyways and markets and I know all of her stories and most of her secrets. Originally from sunny London, England, I came to Israel after graduation, in order to follow my childhood sweetheart. I can find my way around the country using the bible or a map. I can show you the castles of knights and the palaces of kings, the battle grounds of yesterday's wars and the context of today's debates. I can tell you how a man votes (or in some cases doesn't), by looking at the hat he wears (or in some cases doesn't). I have brought up my own children to know and love Israel and enjoy taking other children on the same journey of enrichment and discovery… and sometimes just plain fun. I am also one of only a small group of tour guides to receive accreditation from the Ministry of Tourism as a specialist in wine tours around the country. So if you are interested in learning some more about this subject and visiting some of the vineyards and wineries, do let me know. Tour Guide certified by Israel Ministry of Tourism Specialist in Wine Tourism certified by Israel Ministry of Tourism Driver with Public Vehicle License certified by Israel Ministry of Transport BA in Theatre Studies (University of Warwick) Mother of 3 (unlicensed)
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Discover the City of David, the original Jerusalem you read about in the Old Testament located outside the Old City walls of today. Enter today's Old City and (time permitting) either visit the Temple Mount or tread on the very steps that led up to the Temple. Walk along the Via Dolorosa and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. Time permitting visit the traditional Room of the Last Supper
Walk in the city of David, home to prophets and kings, ending up at the pool of Siloam. Time permitting, visit the Temple Mount, or stand on the original steps that led up to the Temple and witness the remains of the Roman destruction. Walk along (part of) the Via Dolorosa and visit the Church of the Holy Sepulchre Timer permitting, visit Mount Zion and the traditional Room of the Last Supper
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Walking tour. It does involve many steps. In summer there is the option of going through a dark wet water tunnel (there is a dry, lit option too). Not for anyone claustrophobic. Flashlights and water shoes required if going for the wet tunnel. Kids generally love it! For shore excursions I can arrange transport for an extra cost.
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: This is the area BEFORE you walk through the gate to enter the Old City. I will hold a sign reading "Helen's Tour".
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