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No minimum number of attendeesNo minimum number of attendees is required for the tour
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Free booking and cancellationFree payment tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free
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Accepts electronic paymentThis tour allows payment by electronic means or credit card
The Birth of a Nation: Mount Herzl and the Story of Israel
Guru:
Gil
Registered on August 04, 2023
Hi! I'm Gil, a 33-year-old high school history teacher. I have lived in Jerusalem for the past 5 years. With a degree in Jewish history from Bar Ilan University, I've developed a deep appreciation for the history of Israel and Jerusalem. Over time, I've led tours for families, friends, soldiers, and students, and I'm now excited to share my insights with you.
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Tour description
Do you want to discover the story of Israel in a unique and fascinating way?
Hi, my name is Gil, I live in Jerusalem and I want to invite you to join me on this walking tour of Mount Herzl, the site of Israel’s national cemetery, and many other important monuments that tell the story of Israel.
Mount Herzl is named after Theodor Herzl, the founder of modern Zionism, whose tomb lies at the top of the hill. He was a visionary leader who dreamed of a Jewish homeland in the land of Israel. On this tour, we will follow in his footsteps and those of other prominent figures and stories that shaped the history and identity of Israel.
We will visit the graves of prime ministers, presidents, Zionist leaders, and heroes, and hear their stories and contributions to the nation. We will also learn about the different wars that Israel has gone through and the sacrifices and achievements of the soldiers, who fought for the independence and security of the Jewish state.
If you are looking for an unforgettable experience that will enrich your knowledge about Israel's history, don’t miss this opportunity.
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Highlights
What will we visit on this tour?
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View on mapMeeting point:Q5CJ+XPV Jerusalem, IsraelQ5CJ+XPV Jerusalem, Israel
I'll be waiting at the entrance of Mount Herzl, directly across the street from the Mount Herzl light rail station. Keep an eye out for a tall guy wearing sunglasses and holding papers in his hand
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1Outside visitMount Herzl
How much does this tour cost?
Free tours do not have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end of the tour the amount that he or she considers appropriate (these usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).
Tour opinions
Dan Kejsefman
05 Oct 2023
Verified booking
Travelled in couple -
Oct 2023
Super insightful and fun, Gil made our trip so much better
Nathan
24 Sep 2023
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Travelled alone -
Sep 2023
This tour is excellent! Excellent content and unique place to visit. Meet those who imagined, fought, and led the country of modern Israel. One of the best cemeteries of this kind i have visited in the world. Also, it is easy to get to this tour at the end of the tram line.
Marco
11 Sep 2023
Verified booking
Travelled in couple -
Sep 2023
Thanks a lot for Gil to open a new perspective to walking tour in Jerusalem. His approach fixed the puzzle missed by other tours, that focused on the events before modern Zionism appeared.
Gil’s professional knowledge and deep emotional connection to the sites we visited added to the value of this tour, which saw the value of the Israeli state, as well as how it was designed, modified and self-reflective from the late 19th century til present day.
Gil’s tour definitely have much more potential in the future, one thing that might let his tour be able to catch more attention from walkers, is to summarise the quotes and biblical prophecies, to avoid audiences from losing attention span. Great work and hope Gil can keep educate more people through the tour!
Christian
10 Sep 2023
Verified booking
Travelled in couple -
Sep 2023
Gil knows the place very well and linked many stories of individuals to show the history of the creation if Israel. Fun approach, entertaining and extremely nice interaction with us. Keep up the good work.
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Who is this tour for?
Accessibility
Non suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group reservations.
Pets
Not suitable for pets.
What should you know?
Minimum of attendees
There is no minimum number of people required for the tour.
Additional costs:
The tour does not require the payment of entrance fees or additional expenses.
Free cancellation
If you will not be able to attend the tour, please cancel your booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment methods
Electronic or credit card payment is accepted.