Mount of Olives: Panoramic Views of the Holy City
Your Jerusalem tour begins at the iconic Mount of Olives, where breathtaking panoramic views reveal the ancient city's magnificent domes, fascinating historical structures, and stunning mountain landscapes. This elevated vantage point offers photographers and history enthusiasts alike an unparalleled perspective of Jerusalem's timeless beauty.
Kidron Valley: Ancient Tombs and Sacred Monuments
Descending into the historic Kidron Valley, visitors encounter remarkable monuments scattered between the Mount of Olives and Old City walls. The Jerusalem tour showcases first-century architectural marvels including the Benei Hezir Tomb and Zechariah Tomb, providing insight into ancient burial practices and religious traditions that shaped this sacred landscape.
Old City Exploration: Through the Historic Dung Gate
Enter Jerusalem's Old City through the 16th-century Dung Gate, leading to the world's most sacred religious site acknowledged by Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. This hallowed ground once housed the First Temple before its destruction in 587 BCE, followed by the Second Temple period spanning 516 BCE to 70 CE, where the Ark of the Covenant containing the Ten Commandments resided.
Temple Mount: Where Three Faiths Converge
Today's Temple Mount features the stunning Dome of the Rock, constructed in 687 CE, and the revered Al-Aqsa Mosque, sacred to Islam. Throughout your visit Jerusalem experience, expert guides share captivating stories spanning centuries of religious transformation. Should Temple Mount be closed, the tour alternatively includes the fascinating Tower of David, ensuring visitors still experience Jerusalem's rich heritage.
Davidson Center: Archaeological Treasures Unveiled
The final highlight of your visit Jerusalem adventure explores the Davidson Center, an extraordinary archaeological site adjacent to Temple Mount. Excavated remains reveal multiple historical periods including First and Second Temple eras, Muslim reign, Crusades, and Byzantine periods. Discovered treasures include ancient walls, complete streets, Temple Mount steps, and ritual baths, offering tangible connections to Jerusalem's layered history.
Available Languages: English