Jerusalem: Diverse Communities Guided Tour from Tel Aviv
ID: GYG922492-1442299
Category:
Country: Israel
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Discover the diverse cultural landscape of Jerusalem on a guided tour. Explore the hidden streets and corners of Jerusalem's new city, focusing on it's very diverse and distinct communities.
Discover the unique side of Jerusalem on a guided tour. Step away from the usual tourist trails in the Old City and explore the hidden streets and corners of Jerusalem’s new city through the eyes of locals.
Begin your journey with a train ride from Tel Aviv. Meet up with fellow travelers in Jerusalem and start with a visit to the Ultra-Orthodox area, where you will witness the preparations for Shabbat and get a rare insight into their unique way of life.
Continue with a visit to two close-knit yet distinct communities—Christian Ethiopians and Russians—offering a rare glimpse into their lives. Just steps away, find one of the best hot spots of the bars and nightlife scene of Jerusalem.
Then, a few more steps away, get to an area popular among young people of the Arab community, with stylish wine bars, cozy cafes, and artisanal bakeries. The tour wraps up in the Modern Jewish City Center, at a vibrant bar area that is popular among locals and especially for a Friday afternoon hangout.
Highlights
- Discover the diverse cultural landscape of Jerusalem on a guided tour
- Explore the hidden streets and corners of Jerusalem's new city
- Visit the Ultra Orthodox area and witness the preparations for Shabbat
- Experience the vibrant bar scene and night life of Jerusalem
- Explore the area of the New Gate, popular among the Arab community
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Return to Tel Aviv is independent, by public transport. The guide will provide you with all the necessary information about it.
To download the HopOn app for using public transportaion in Israel, you can use the following links: Appstore / Googleplay
Dress normally as you usually like to. We don’t go into holy places or areas that require a specific dress code. Keep in mind that Jerusalem is a bit cooler than Tel Aviv, so even in summer you might want to have long sleeves for the late afternoon/evening time, and during winter you should get warm clothes.
At the entenace of HaHagna Train Station
NOT INCLUDED
- Transportation: Train ticket from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem (25 ILS), Tram ticket in Jerusalem (6 ILS), Transport back to Tel Aviv (independently by public transport)
- Lunch
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
