Israel · JEWISH HERITAGE TOURS
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Here are the 6 best jewish heritage tours you can book at the moment, with what each day covers, how long it runs, what a seat costs and who it suits. Number one is at the top for a reason, but read two and three before you commit.
Walk with a former Haredi insider through Jerusalem’s lesser-seen ultra-Orthodox streets, symbols, and daily life. 150 min.
“The tour was amazing! The guide-awesome., this was the best, the most interesting tour that we had in Isreal! Higly reccomend!”
Safed heritage walk with Rabbi Shmuel Kopel, exploring Kabbalah sites, synagogues, and key sages in about 90 minutes for $45.
“This was a very enjoyable tour of the old city of Tzfat. Our guide, Rabbi Shmuel, was excellent and patient in explaining and my mother and I learned a lot about the history of Tzfat, the history of Kabbalah, and the history of Kabbalah in Tzfat. Read more”
Walk Jerusalem’s Mea She’arim with a local Orthodox guide, visit a working synagogue and bakery tastings, and see tombs and artifacts.
“This tour guide was knowledgeable from the inside out! He knew everything and shared info at a good clip. Walked through, stopped often to tell us very important facts. Fascinating facts about a lifestyle and life we knew nothing about. Must take this tour for better understanding!”
Private Rabbi-led walk in Safed’s Old City, visiting Abuhav, AriZal, Averitch and Kabbalah stories, plus artists’ galleries.
“Rabbi Amichai was super flexible on timing which we appreciated since we were coming up just for the day from Jerusalem. His tour grounded us in time and place, and he kept us engaged the whole way through.”
A 150-minute guided walk through Jerusalem’s Old City ahead of Shabbat, from Jaffa Gate to Tower of David, Hurva, and the Western Wall.
“A very informative tour of the Jewish sites in the Old City. Even included a bit of Shabbat grape juice and challah.”
Shabbat dinner in Jerusalem with Osnat and Rabbi Shaul, kosher seasonal food, Kabbalah study, singing, and dancing in a small group.
“A dinner we will never forget. Besides the delicious food and the warmth and welcoming atmosphere, you will learn by experience the true meaning and spirit of Shabbat. You will not be a mere guest at a Shabbat's dinner, but you will celebrRead more”
