Jerusalem’s Old City & Market Flavors

Begin your journey in the historic and spiritual heart of Jerusalem, where sacred landmarks, ancient streets, and local food traditions come together inside and around the Old City.

We will start the day on the Mount of Olives, taking in one of Jerusalem’s most iconic panoramic views before descending into the Old City for an exploration of its Jewish, Christian, and Muslim quarters. From there, we will continue to the Western Wall, experiencing one of the city’s most meaningful spiritual sites, and then move through the Old City Market, where the alleys are filled with spices, breads, sweets, olives, and traditional Middle Eastern flavors. Depending on the pace of the day, we may also include the Old City Rooftop Walk for a unique view above the market streets. In the evening, we will continue to Machane Yehuda Market as it transforms into a lively food and nightlife hub filled with bakeries, restaurants, and street-food stands.

Highlights include:
✔ Mount of Olives ✔ Old City Exploration ✔ Western Wall ✔ Old City Market ✔ Old City Rooftop Walk ✔ Machane Yehuda Market

Overnight: Jerusalem

Machane Yehuda, Nachlaot & Hands-On Culinary Culture

Today is dedicated to Jerusalem’s modern food culture, local neighborhoods, and interactive culinary experiences.

We will begin with a Machane Yehuda Market food tour, tasting the flavors that define Jerusalem’s culinary identity, from halva and fresh pastries to spices, cheeses, and classic Israeli street food. Next, we will walk into the nearby Nachlaot neighborhood, known for its narrow lanes, colorful courtyards, and historic local character. From there, the day continues with hands-on culinary experiences, including a chocolate making workshop and a hummus making workshop, where guests learn traditional techniques and enjoy the results of their own creations. If time allows, we can also include the Israel Museum, home to the Dead Sea Scrolls and some of the most important archaeological and cultural collections in Israel.

Highlights include:
✔ Machane Yehuda Market Food Tour ✔ Nachlaot Neighborhood ✔ Chocolate Making Workshop ✔ Hummus Making Workshop ✔ Israel Museum

Overnight: Jerusalem

Ein Kerem, Jerusalem Views & Local Wine

On the final day, explore Jerusalem’s village atmosphere, scenic viewpoints, cultural spaces, and local wine culture.

We will start in Ein Kerem Village, one of Jerusalem’s most picturesque neighborhoods, known for its stone houses, historic churches, art galleries, and peaceful village atmosphere. From there, we will continue to Castle Winery for a local wine tasting experience, adding a refined culinary element to the final day of the tour. Next, we will visit the Haas Promenade, one of the best viewpoints over Jerusalem’s Old City and the surrounding hills. We will finish at the First Station Cultural Center, a restored Ottoman railway station that has become a vibrant hub of restaurants, cafés, artisan shops, and local culture before returning to Jerusalem or Tel Aviv in the afternoon.

Highlights include:
✔ Ein Kerem Village ✔ Castle Winery Wine Tasting ✔ Haas Promenade ✔ First Station Cultural Center

Tour ends: Jerusalem or Tel Aviv