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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Walk in the footsteps of the characters in the Bible as we explore the Jerusalem of King David's era to the present day. Discover the original Jerusalem you read about in the Old Testament located outside the Old City walls of today. Marvel at the excavations and tread on the very steps that led up to the Temple. See the thriving Jewish Quarter of today and feel the history of 3000 years of Jerusalem.
-See today's Jewish Quarter visiting key sites along the way. -Experience the spirituality of the Western Wall and understand it's significance. -Walk where kings and prophets once trod as you stand on the original steps that led up to the Temple and witness the remains of the Roman destruction. -Discover the Jerusalem of King David with an option to walk through a 3000 year old water tunnel. *Please write me a message if a starting time is not available. I will try to start your tour at the time of your preference if possible. *
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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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