7 Days in Jerusalem: Unveiling the Sacred Wonders

Johnson Cheekati

22 Dec 2023

Embark on a spiritual journey through the heart of Jerusalem and discover the timeless beauty of its sacred sites. From the iconic Western Wall to the serene Mount of Olives, immerse yourself in the rich history and religious significance of this ancient city.

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Day 1Divine Encounters at the Western Wall and Gethsemane

Remnant of the ancient wall of the Temple courtyard, a sacred site of Jewish prayer & pilgrimage.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

11 - 16 min

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This olive garden, now adjacent to a Franciscan church, figures prominently into Christian texts.

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

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Free

Day 2Al-Aqsa Mosque and the Enchanting City of David

$75

Domed, Islamic place of worship linked to Muhammad & rebuilt over the 8th to 11th centuries.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

6 - 9 min

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Historical guided tours taking in city's archeological sites & ancient tunnels on foot or segway.

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$75

Day 3Ascending the Mount of Olives, Holy Sepulchre, and Mount Zion

$ 7

Historic mountain referenced in the Old & New Testaments of the Bible, now a cemetery & sacred spot.

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

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Free

13 - 16 min

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Basilica dating to the 4th century that is marked by some Christians as the site of Jesus's tomb.

9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

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Free

13 - 20 min

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Hill rising to 2,500 ft., with a Benedictine abbey, Holocaust museum, cemetery & biblical landmarks.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 4Unveiling Ancient Treasures at the Bible Lands Museum and Israel Aquarium

$125

$ 7

Contemporary museum featuring relics & historical displays from biblical times & regions.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$50

16 - 20 min

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Striking aquarium with tours of Israeli-themed habitats, stringray-feeding sessions & shark tanks.

10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

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$75

Day 5Paying Tribute at Yad Vashem, the Memorial to the Holocaust

Memorial complex to Holocaust victims with guided tours of a museum displaying historical exhibits.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

Day 6Art and Culinary Delights at The Israel Museum and Machaneh Yehudah Market

$70

$ 7

Art & archaeology museum with prehistoric to modern collections, including the Dead Sea Scrolls.

8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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$70

15 - 18 min

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Iconic street market lined with stalls selling fruits, vegetables, apparel & prepared foods.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

Day 7Tower of David: A Majestic Finale to Your Jerusalem Adventure

$40

Medieval citadel on the site of forts dating back 2,000 years & a museum of Jerusalem's history.

8:00 AM - 9:30 AM

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$40

Budget breakdown: $331 In total

Activities & Food:$310

Transport:$21