City of David and Underground Jerusalem Day Tour

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Location:Jerusalem, Israel
Duration:8 hours (approx.)
TOUR Code:5209CIDAVJ

From USD $89.00 View price calendar

Discover the City of David in Jerusalem on an essential day trip. Formerly the settlement where King David established his Kingdom, the City of David is now a thriving archaeological park where ongoing excavations confirm many a Bible story.

Highlights

Full day trip of the City of David, Jerusalem
Enjoy panoramic views from the Mount of Olives
See the Tomb of King David and the Hall of the Last Supper
Explore the Jewish quarter and visit the Zion Gate, Sephardic Synagogues and Herodian Mansions
Witness ongoing excavations at the City of David
Transport by air-conditioned coach
Hotel pick-up and drop-off

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Departing from central Jerusalem in your air-conditioned coach, your first stop is the Mount of Olives for scenic views over Jerusalem. From this vantage point you will see Temple Mount Esplanade of the Old City, where heaven is said to meet earth.

Traveling along the Kidron Valley you will pass the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed prior to his Crucifixion, before continuing to the walls of the Old City. From here, take a short drive to Mount Zion to visit the tomb of King David – the second King of Israel, famed for the David and Goliath battle. Close to his tomb is the Hall of the Last Supper, where Jesus shared the Last Supper with his disciples.

Enter the Jewish quarter via the Zion Gate (David’s Gate) and explore the four Sephardic synagogues from the 16th century, which have been restored to their former grandeur. Envisage how the wealthy Jerusalemites lived it up over 2000 years ago at the excavated Herodian Mansions. Once occupied by the rich, Jewish Temple priests and their families, these former luxury mansions were built on terraces (one of top of the other) so that each one had an unrestricted view of the temple.

Just south of the Old City, your day trip will head over to the narrow ridge running down from the Temple Mount. This hilltop ridge is the area of Jerusalem known as the City of David, captured by King David over three thousand years ago. Above ground, the City of David is a vibrant hive of activity, but it is underground where recent excavations reveal the most exciting archeological finds of the ancient world. Here you can sense the geographical significance of this striking ancient city before returning back.

Schedule Details

City of David and Underground Jerusalem Day Trip

Departs:

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Departure Point: Jerusalem hotels Departure Time:

7:15am

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Duration:

8 hours (approx.)

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Additional Information

Inclusions:

Hotel pickup and drop off
Professional guide
Transport by air-conditioned coach

Exclusions:

Gratuities (optional)
Food and drinks
Entrance fees

Additional Info:

Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
A moderate dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. Please refrain from wearing shorts. 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
A moderate amount of walking is involved
Due to uneven surfaces, this tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair

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