Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour in Tel Aviv, Israel
Tel Aviv, Israel

Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour

Outty Ranking 48 5.0 · 3 traveler reviews6 hoursFrom $999
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48/100

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5.0/5

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Is Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour worth booking?

Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour is a 6-hour experience in Tel Aviv, Israel, from $999 per person. It scores 48 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 5/5 rating across 3 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.

Outty Ranking
48 / 100
Rating
5/5 (3)
Duration
6 hours
From
$999 per person

Explore centuries of Jewish heritage in Jerusalem on this private tour with professional guide and private car. You will be provided with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from your Tel Aviv hotel to Jerusalem. Spend the day visiting landmarks, such as the Hurva Synagogue, the Western wall, and more.

What you get

    About this experience

    Explore centuries of Jewish heritage in Jerusalem on this private tour with professional guide and private car. You will be provided with convenient hotel pickup and drop-off from your Tel Aviv hotel to Jerusalem. Spend the day visiting landmarks, such as the Hurva Synagogue, the Western wall, and more.

    What's included

    Included

    • Hotel pickup and drop-off
    • Private tour
    • Professional guide
    • Transport by private vehicle

    Not included

    • Lunch
    • Gratuities
    • Paid Sites entrance fees

    What you'll see and do

    1. Western Wall

      The Heart of the Jewish Faith and the Last remnant of the Temple

      60 minutes here

    2. Herodian Quarter/Wohl Archaeological Museum

      This is the best preserved Neighborhood of the Ancient Jerusalem, dating the 2nd Temple time. Here you will immerse into the daily life of Jerusalem Priesthood - beautiful Mosaic floors, Miqwehs, bathes, wine cellars and much more

      60 minutes here · Admission not included

    3. Yad Vashem - The World Holocaust Remembrance Center

      This solemn memorial of the six million Jews killed during the Holocaust, tells a horrible story but also brings a hope - Jewish Nation not only has survived but also has managed to built the most prospering and successful Independent State, making new Jewish Holocaust simply impossible.

      120 minutes here

    4. Jewish Quarter

      Destroyed in 1948 by the invading Jordanian Army, this Jewish Quarter of Jerusalem has been fully rebuilt and presents a unique combination of the ancient and modern at one place. Here you will visit the Roman Street Cardo and will also see the remnants of the "Wide Wall" built by the King Hezekiah in 702 BC

      60 minutes here

    5. The Cardo

      One of the best preserved Roman streets, was fully restored within the limits of the Jewish Quarter

      30 minutes here

    6. Hurva Synagogue

      This Synagogue was initially established by Ramban in the XIII Century. Since that time it was destroyed and rebuilt multiple times. The last time it happened in 1948, when it was blown up by the Jordanian Army. Finally it was rebuilt and reopened only in 2010, to represent a revival of Jerusalem

      30 minutes here · Admission not included

    Where it starts and ends

    Hotel pickup

    Pickup is included for all travelers.

    Before you book

    Cancellation
    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
    Languages
    ru, en
    Ticket
    Mobile Only
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
    Group size
    Up to 7 travelers per booking
    Operated by
    Zelkind Bible Land Tours

    Know before you go

    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements
    • Maximum of 4 participants

    Photos

    At the Western Wall, Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour in Tel AvivHurva Synagogue, Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour in Tel AvivJerusalem Old City, Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour in Tel AvivKing David Citadel, Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour in Tel AvivWestern Wall, Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour in Tel AvivHasidim, Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour in Tel Aviv

    What travelers are saying

    Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 3 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.

    The guide

    3 mentions

    Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

    Knowledge and storytelling

    2 mentions

    Reviewers describe the commentary as informative rather than scripted.

    Small groups

    2 mentions

    The group size is repeatedly described as intimate rather than packed.

    Traveler reviews

    3 verified traveler reviews for Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.

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    Goldee02 · September 2019

    What an amazing tour of Jerusalem with Levi Zelkind

    We recently went on a private tour of Jerusalem with Levi Zelkind. He is an absolutely amazing tour guide - fluent in several languages, client-friendly, attentive to our interests and wants (including souvenir shopping!, ha-ha). His deep knowledge of history is impressive and his presentation is a lot of fun. All around he is the BEST tour guide we ever had! Highly recommended!

    Response from the operator: Dear Elizabeth It has been a great fun and pleasure to guide your family in Jerusalem and to enjoy it together.And indeed, even the extended hunt after the souvenirs has simply added to a fun we've had during the day:):) Next time, I want to "have you' for a much longer time, indeed Best regards to your family Levi

    via Tripadvisor

    julia_yatskar · May 2019

    Amazing Experience; the best tour guide we had

    This was our first trip to Israel. We were coming on short notice and had no time to do a good preparation. We were lucky that Levi has accepted our request for tours despite our sporadic communications. Our 6-days tour were the best vacation out of many we had. Levi is extremely knowledgeable and well-articulated, not to mention that his English is perfect. Every day we had some surprises – Levi made small stops at the places we didn’t know about. So, we saw all hidden jewels of Israel. We are coming back to Israel for another 5-days tour with Levi next year.

    Response from the operator: Thank you very much for your kind review. You both a such good listeners and are so eager to know more about our country, that it was a great pleasure to guide you, every day, and every moment. Hope to see you again! Levi

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    tai4de2 · November 2017

    Ensured we were taken care of

    Although I booked my tour with Zelkind Bibleland Tours, the actual tour service was not provided by that outfit. My understanding is that the owner (and usual guide) was called away from Israel unexpectedly. Rather than cancel my tour, he ensured that I was taken care of by another reputable tour operator, who provided me with an excellent experience. Although he was away, the Zelkind guy remained responsive on email and via text message -- to the point that I was able to book an additional private tour for a different day of my trip, which was eventually also fulfilled by an outside operator. I very much appreciated this level of integrity and customer service, even though I didn't experience Zelkind itself.

    Response from the operator: Many thanks for your great review. And we are really happy that you've enjoyed traveling with us, and hope to see you back. As a Tour Leader at my Zelkind Bible Land Tours, I carry an overall responsibility for all our tours top quality. The target is that any tour guide working with us must fully comply with our highest standards. All our tours are personally created by us, and they all reflect the best of our accumulated experience with travelers from all over the world. This does not mean that our tours are personally conveyed by me. Our top quality is kept across the line of tour guides. Zelkind Bible Land Tours

    via Tripadvisor

    Good to know

    Duration
    6 hours
    Free cancellation
    Up to 24h before
    Minimum age to book
    All ages
    Availability
    Bookable today
    Runs on
    Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
    Hotel pickup
    Included for all travelers
    Booked in 30 days
    1
    Verdict
    Worth a Look

    Who runs this experience

    Operated by Zelkind Bible Land Tours, who run 15 experiences we rank across 2 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 47.0.

    See everything Zelkind Bible Land Tours runs

    Why this scores 48

    The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.

    Traveler sentiment (30% weight)74
    Review evidence (18% weight)23
    Booking momentum (14% weight)14
    Value for money (12% weight)5
    Listing quality (10% weight)64
    Local standing (8% weight)57
    Booking flexibility (8% weight)100

    Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour: questions travelers ask

    Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Tel Aviv.

    How much does Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour cost?

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    Prices start at $999 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Tel Aviv usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.

    How long does Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour take?

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    Plan for about 6 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Tel Aviv is not rushed.

    Is Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour worth it?

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    It holds an Outty Ranking of 48 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (5/5 across 3 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Tel Aviv, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.

    Can I cancel or reschedule Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour?

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    Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.

    Is Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour suitable for kids and families?

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    Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 6-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.

    How far in advance should I book Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour?

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    Around 1 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Tel Aviv can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.

    What should I bring or wear?

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    Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Tel Aviv and add a light layer if any part of the 6-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.

    Where does Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour start and how do I get there?

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    The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Tel Aviv within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.

    What are the best things to do in Tel Aviv?

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    On Outty we rank every Tel Aviv experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Carmel Market Tasting Tour - LocaLocal, Guided Pub Crawl Night Tour at Tel Aviv, Tel Aviv Street Art & Graffiti Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.

    When is the best time to visit Tel Aviv?

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    Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.

    How many days do you need in Tel Aviv?

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    Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.

    Do I book through Outty or through the operator?

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    Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.

    What is included in Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour?

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    Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off; Private tour; Professional guide; and Transport by private vehicle. Not included: Lunch; Gratuities; and Paid Sites entrance fees. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.

    Does Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour include hotel pickup?

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    Yes, pickup is offered for every traveler from 219 listed pickup locations in and around Tel Aviv. You can also enter a custom pickup address when booking.

    What languages is Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour offered in?

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    It is offered in Russian and English. Pick your language when choosing a date and time, as not every departure runs in every language.

    Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour?

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    Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.

    Is Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour wheelchair or stroller accessible?

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    The operator notes: Specialized infant seats are available. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.

    What happens to Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour if the weather is bad?

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    It generally runs rain or shine, so dress for the forecast in Tel Aviv. Standard cancellation terms apply: free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start.

    What do travelers say about Jerusalem Jewish Heritage Private Tour?

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    Across 3 reviews averaging 5.0 out of 5, recurring themes include the guide, knowledge and storytelling, small groups. Travelers single out the guide as the reason the experience works.

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