Private Tour of Jerusalem with Ed Snitkoff | La Vacanza Travel

Private Tour of Jerusalem with Ed Snitkoff

Duration: 7 hours
Destination: Israel, Jerusalem District, Jerusalem
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  • 7 hours
  • Jerusalem
  • E-Voucher
  • Lowest Price
  • Not-Cancellable

Overview

Everyone visits Israel for different reasons. Why are you coming? What do you want to get out of this trip? How will this visit alter your own personal narrative?

As a rabbi, teacher and educator, with decades of rich experience mentoring groups, individuals and families, I look forward to hearing from you and helping to craft an unforgettable and personally designed experience in Israel.

I specialize in working with individuals, families and communities visiting Israel in order to explore the meaning of this place in their lives. Since taking my first youth group in Israel as a guide in 1980, I have worked extensively with Jews and Christians, as well as with people of other traditions from all over the world.

Let me know your dreams about your visit to Israel, and I will do my best to help you to fulfill them. I explore Israel with groups, families and individuals. Be in touch!!

What Can You Expect?

Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product

Stop At: Old City of Jerusalem, Jerusalem Israel

We will visit the Church of the Holy Sepulcre, the Via Dolorosa, the Western Wall, and the colorful markets. We will enjoy views of the Dome of the Rock and the Al Aksa Mosque from different vantage points throughout the city. The sights and sounds of the Old City introduce the visitor to thousands of years of heritage within a small space of a square mile.

Duration: 7 hours

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions
  • Licensed Professional Guide
  • For the Light Rail Tour of Jerusalem only, we provide a train pass for the day

Exclusions
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • Entrance fees to sites
  • Transportation to and from Meeting Place

Additional Info

  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 4 travelers
  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability

Departure Point

Departure Point

Mosque of Omar ibn Al-Khattab (2nd Caliph of Islam), Jerusalem, Israel


Departure Time

09:00 AM


Return Details

Returns to original departure point

Duration & Voucher Info

Voucher info

You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.

Duration

7 hours

Cancellation Policy

User's Reviews

mitchwhite818

22 Nov, 2022

Jerusalem is the city of the Temple mount, the Western Wall and landmark churches. There is and aura of power and holiness that exudes from the relics of the city, but even more so from the ancient people of Jerusalem—the rabbis, the beautiful observant Jewish families, the boisterous kids playing on Shabbat. The veneration of the patriarchs and matriarchs whose merit has procured this noble life, the passion for Torah, permeates the city and sustains it. Yet there is more to Jerusalem then its ancient roots. Without modern Jerusalem, the picture is incomplete. The challenges of modern history and the vision inspiring Israel’s formation must be part of the experience of the tourist in Israel. The Ed Snitkoff Tour uniquely captures the modern dynamic of the eternal city in this larger context of Israel and Jerusalem’s modern rebirth and growth. The format of Ed’s tour is to use the Jerusalem Light Rail to trace the original 1948 Jordanian / Israeli borders and to point out the important sites, noting also the alternation of Arab and Jewish neighborhoods. The tour is eclectic, just as Ed is eclectic in his role as tour guide. He is knowledgeable, engaging, and affable, and carries a mysterious backpack from which he produces a variety of maps, articles, poems, and literary artifacts. Ed insists that all sensory faculties engage in this experience—you have to try gefilte fish and horseradish purchased in an outdoor market. I was most gratified by Ed’s attention to Israel’s national monuments, memorials, and educational sites. Where the Old City is immersed in the spirit of the founding patriarchs and matriarchs of the Jewish faith and Torah, Mount Hertzl, the National Cemetery and Yad Vashem venerate the founding fathers and mothers of the modern Jewish State—the vision of the Prophets for a free people in their homeland and the struggles and sacrifices of those who made it happen. Thank you Ed, for this unique and engaging encounter with our wonderful city Jerusalem! For anyone reading this, please consider going on the Ed Snitkoff Tour in Jerusalem. You will not regret it.

mbsignups100

21 Nov, 2022

Had the pure joy of experiencing Israel with someone who knows the country like no one else. Ed took me to the expected and unexpected spots in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Mosada, etc. If you are looking for someone who can customize an experience based your specific tastes and needs, there is no better guide than Ed.

195patricek

20 Nov, 2022

Just returned from the most amazing trip of my life, thank you Ed! I had never been to Israel before and really didn’t know what to expect,only what was taught in my Catholic upbringing. I was given a comprehensive tour! His knowledge of history and culture and archeology are superb. Thank you Ed, I would definitely recommend Ed as your guide!

Larry H

16 Sep, 2022

BOOK THIS TOUR! YOU WILL NOT REGRET IT!!!! If only TripAdvisor allowed for more stars!! It was an absolute pleasure spending the day with Ed in Old Jerusalem! His knowledge of the geography, history, various faiths, (Jewish, Christian, Muslim, etc) political influences, architecture and hidden gems in Jerusalem (amongst other things) is endless! The tour with Ed has literally made me re-think how I will visit cities in the future. Without him, my trip to Israel would not have been the same and should I plan to return, Ed will be one of the first calls I make. Ed, thank you for doing what you do. Your passion for guiding people is evident in your work and it was a pleasure spending time with you... I hope to see you again in the future. -Larry Hutton, Breckenridge, Colorado, USA.

markweinfeld

28 Aug, 2022

We have been to Israel before and traveled many other places as well, and Ed is one of the best guides we have EVER had. We spent several days with Ed on our recent trip to Israel-- we toured Jerusalem, went to Masada and the Dead Sea, and then down to Ramon to see the crater and Ein Avdat nature reserve. Ed is extremely knowledgeable and experienced, but what makes Ed truly special is his flexibility and sensitivity. Without our even saying much, Ed could tell when we were tired and needed to shorten an activity or needed a break-- or when we should expand on an activity we really enjoyed. One day one of our family members had a health issue, and without even blinking, Ed rearranged the whole itinerary for the day to help us shop for some special items for this individual and made sure we had everything we needed, without wasting any time. His knowledge of how to navigate everything from parking to shopping for souvenirs is unparalleled. Ed related well to each of our very different teenagers, engaging them in conversation when they wanted to chat, but also letting them be when they needed personal space. Ed was willing to discuss Israeli culture, history, and politics, and gave personal opinions when we asked him his views, but also listened to us and our kids when we had opinions on various topics. He was always pleasant, always engaging, and always respectful. He had lots of energy but could also sit and relax with us when appropriate. He was generous with his time and his attention. We can't recommend Ed highly enough. We are so fortunate to have chosen him as our guide. Whether this is your first trip to Israel or your 5th, you would be very lucky to work with Ed!

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