Jerusalem Political Full-Day Guided Tour from Tel Aviv
This is the flagship tour of the Green Olive Collective, and can set the stage for further exploration of the country.
The experience is intended for anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of the conflict between the Israelis and the Palestinians, to go a little beyond the 'Them and Us' discourse, and to learn from a guide who has in-depth knowledge of the issues as well as an alternative perspective.
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Jerusalem Political Full-Day Guided Tour from Tel Aviv
What's included in Jerusalem Political Full-Day Guided Tour from Tel Aviv
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Old City of Jerusalem
The first step of the tour brings us to the Old City where you will receive a detailed briefing, learning about one hundred years of history from the late Ottoman period to the present time. You will also get a brief introduction to Israeli occupation and settlement efforts in the Old City and the nearby Holy Basin. The morning tour will focus on the centrality of the Old City of Jerusalem to the three monotheistic religions while we explore some of the visible icons of the Israeli Occupation including Jewish settlements in the Christian Quarter and Muslim Quarter, with discussion of their history and implications.
Western Wall
Then we'll take a walking tour of the Old City, entering at Damascus Gate through the bustling markets and learning about the division of the city while also visiting some of the sites. We visit the Western Wall Plaza in the core of the Old City which was created over the site of the destroyed Mugrabe neighborhood in the aftermath of the 1967 war. You will also learn about the Temple Mount's and Al Aqsa's holiness in Judaism and Islam, and it's centrality to the conflict.
Jerusalem District
After lunch there will be another short briefing, followed by a ride to learn about the facts while driving through East Jerusalem settlements and Palestinian neighborhoods.
Inclusions
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Gratuities
- Lunch
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Travel Document: A current valid passport is required on the day of travel.
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- 6.30 am - HaYarkon 48 St, Tel Aviv
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Ticket Redemption
• Please wait at the meeting point
