Jerusalem - Water and Wine Tours

Jerusalem

“‘Eternity’ – this refers to Jerusalem”
(Talmud: Berachot 58a)

Jerusalem would not exist but for the human need for connection to the mystery of God.

If you only have one day to spend in Israel, spend it in Jerusalem. Feel the history at every turn. A heavy atmosphere permeates the city, an air of gravity distinctly lacking in coastal Tel Aviv, just an hour away.

Jerusalem sits above the Judean Desert and the views from Jerusalem’s Mt. of Olives toward the desert, the Jordan Valley and the Kingdom of Jordan in the distance are, for the uninitiated, sudden and breathtaking.

Jerusalem remains the key to understanding the three major monotheistic faiths. It has also physically expanded and now is home to over 820,000 people, Israelis and Arabs, Christians, Jews and Moslems.

The mountain air is clear as water
The scent of pines around
Is carried on the breeze of twilight,
And tinkling bells resound.

The trees and stones there softly slumber,
A dream enfolds them all.
So solitary lies the city,
And at its heart — a wall.

Oh, Jerusalem of gold, and of light and of
bronze,
I am the lute for all your songs.

Three stanzas From JERUSALEM OF GOLD
by Naomi Shemer

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjmMllp8hJg

How to put together your Water and Wine tour of Israel

On our Water and Wine Tours website you will not find standard tours.

Don’t worry. We’ll make sure that you experience the must-see sites in the country. But we’ve also included a comprehensive list of sites, by region for people with many different interests, with enough description for you to ascertain whether it’s the sort of place you want to spend your time.

You know your budget and how much time you have to spend here.

So here are our recommendations, based on years of leading all sorts of tours throughout the country.

Ask yourself if this trip is a vacation. Do you want to see sites but also feel really relaxed at the end of each day? So that you don’t need a few days of sleep upon your return home? If this is the case then try to restrict yourself to three major sites per day. Between the sites, travel and lunch 8-10 hours will pass quickly.
If you’re more inclined to describe yourself as a pilgrim or someone who wants a survey of sites, then expect to visit up to five sites per day. You’ll be spiritually satisfied but you’ll also need to get a good night’s sleep every night.

Your Tour Guide

Water & Wine Tours specializes in individually tailored tours catering to the interests of its clients. Our founder, Zach Levin, is an experienced, licensed tour guide who majored in Middle Eastern Languages and Cultures at Columbia University in the City of New York.

Our tour guides make the history and culture of Israel come alive. They understand that the customer is always right and want you to experience an unforgettable Israel. We’ll take you to places which you’ll love and never forget. When you need to be left alone we’ll sense it. When you need an extra hand we’re there for you.