Israel · Religious & Spiritual

4-Hour Private Walking Tour of Jerusalem's Mount of Olives Path

4 Hours Round trip from Mt of Olives Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Admire the panoramic view of the Old City of Jerusalem from the Mount of Olives
  • 02 Learn about the significance of the Mount of Olives
  • 03 Visit the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus was arrested the night before his crucifixion
  • 04 Go to the Dominus Flevit Church and the Church of All Nations

Experience the historical and biblical significance of Jerusalem's Mount of Olives on this guided excursion. Take in the panoramic view of the city before walking the Palm Sunday Road and learning about Jerusalem in the time of Jesus and the importance of the Second Jewish Temple. Visit the old Jewish cemetery, see where Jesus wept at the Dominus Flevit Church, and explore the Garden of Gethsemane, the Church of Agony, and the Tomb of the Virgin Mary.

Our next stop will be the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed before his arrest and eventual crucifixion.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 4 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Jerusalem
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Trace Jesus' Final Path from the Mount of Olives

  • We'll start this tour at the Mount of Olives observation point, from where we will have a unique view of Jerusalem.
  • We will talk about the city during the time of Jesus while emphasizing the history and importance of the Second Jewish Temple.
  • We will then walk along the Palm Sunday Road, the traditional route Jesus took when he entered the city of Jerusalem.
  • Along the way, we will stop at the old Jewish cemetery and explain its special significance regarding the prophecy of the end of days.
  • We will also visit the Dominus Flevit Church, which was built over the spot where Jesus openly wept at the sight of the Second Temple, predicting its coming destruction.
  • Our next stop will be the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus prayed before his arrest and eventual crucifixion. Here, we will also go to the Church of Agony, built over the rock on which Jesus prayed that night.
  • We will end this tour by seeing the Tomb of the Virgin Mary, built over the site of Mary's burial and subsequent assumption into heaven.
  • At the end of this experience, you will receive comprehensive knowledge of the biblical and historical importance of Jerusalem's Mount of Olives.
Mount of Olives observation point, Palm Sunday Road, Garden of Gethsemane

Where this trip takes you

Mount of Olives observation point, Palm Sunday Road, Garden of Gethsemane

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Mt of Olives 1 city · 4 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • English-speaking tour guide

What's Not Included

  • Tips and gratuities
  • Entrance tickets, if any

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
HEROD'S GATE, Jerusalem
Tour start
Mt of Olives, Jerusalem
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 4 hours finish where they began, in Mt of Olives.

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