We will start the tour at the top of the City of David. We will look at the city of Jerusalem from its inception, from its founding thousands of years ago, and visit the excavations below the visitor center. Discover the origins of Jerusalem and gain insight into the daily life of its earliest inhabitants.

Excavations The Givati parking lot is the largest active excavation area in Jerusalem. Since the area is still under excavation we will not be able to descend into the parking lot, but we will be able to look at the excavations from above, and see the latest finds in the parking lot area. After the excavations we will walk in a mysterious (dry) canal that will lead us directly to the archeological garden.

We then move on to the excavations within the Old City, where you’ll explore the Western Wall Tunnels, uncovering the hidden layers of the Second Temple period. Walk through the Davidson Center and see the impressive archaeological park, which includes remnants from the Herodian period and insights into the daily life of ancient Jerusalem.

Our tour continues to Mt. Zion, a site of immense historical and religious significance. Here, you will visit King David’s Tomb and the Room of the Last Supper. The archaeological finds in this area provide a fascinating glimpse into Jerusalem’s multi-layered history and its importance to different faiths.

We conclude our tour at “Hinnom’s Shoulder,” also known as Ketef Hinnom. This site is famous for its ancient burial caves and the discovery of the oldest known biblical texts, the silver scrolls. Enjoy the panoramic views of the Hinnom Valley and reflect on the day’s journey through the rich tapestry of Jerusalem’s past.