AACI SUCCOT WALKING TOURS 
2010/5771 
 
 
The tours will take place on September 24th through October 1st, 2010

All tours last 2.5-3.5 hours. The cost is NIS 35 for AACI members, NIS 45 for non-members (unless stated otherwise). Children aged 5 and under are free, and there is a family discount price of NIS 120/150 for families of 4 or more. Participants pay entrance fees, if any. Responsibility for each tour is in the hands of the individual tour guide leading that tour. No reservations are required, but a tour will not take place if there are fewer than 3 participants.

For more general info or questions, call, AACI Program Coordinator, Elana Kutscher at 02-5617151 ext 311, or email her at jlmprog@aaci.org.il  or Carol Kaplan 054-522-1665, 02-671-3770.

For further information about a particular tour, please call the guide listed in the tour details directly. Tours are subject to change.

Come prepared for all tours with good walking shoes, water, and, most of all, good spirits! Tell your friends about the tours. Hope you can join us!
Happy Touring from AACI & Chag Semeach! 
 
Click on date below for tours Please note: Remember to call the tour guide for confirmation of the tour. 

Sept 24          Sept 26          Sept 27           Sept 28           Sept 29            Oct 1   
 
 
 
Wednesday, September 22 (Erev Sukkot)
 
Mamila - History and Story
From the 2nd temple water pool to a Moslem cemetery from the 13th century, the house where Theodor Herzl stayed, the beautiful Palace hotel built by Jewish engineers for the mufti of Jerusalem. These and other stories and sites surrounding this lively old\new neighborhood.
 
Meet: 10 am, side entrance of David citadel hotel (Eliyahu Karib street)
Guide: Naomi Ehrlich-Kuperman, 0544363771
 
 
Friday, September 24
 
Ramat Rachel and Talpiot
We’ll see important archaeological excavations from the First Temple period through the Byzantine period, and learn about the crucial role Kibbutz Ramat Rachel played in the War of Independence.  In addition, we’ll discover old Talpi'ot, home to one of Israel’s most famous writers, Shai Agnon (whose home was renovated and recently re-opened to the public), and one of the finest examples of British urban planning during the Mandate period. 
 
Meet: 10:00 am in front of the entrance to the Ramat Rachel Hotel. 
Guide: Jacob Solomon, 054-783-7998
 
Herzl Museum & Har Herzl
Guided tour of Herzl Museum and Har Herzl for children 9 and up accompanied by an adult.
In its own way, Mount Herzl tells the story of the rise of the State of Israel. We will follow the paths of history and hear the stories of founders of the State and military heroes. 
There will be an additional charge for the museum.
Meet: 9:45 am, outside the Herzl Museum
Guide: Carol Caplan, 02-671-3770 – must pre-register as space is limited!
 
 
Sunday, September 26
 
Jerusalem Old and New
We will start our tour at the Russian compound which the British used to imprison "Jewish criminals" who were only trying to establish the state that the British themselves had promised for Holocaust refugees. We will continue with a walk on the walls of the old city where throughout the centuries armies battled to protect or gain control of the most holy city in the world. Jerusalem looks different from up on top. There is an additional admission fee.
Meet: 10 am at the Central post office on Jaffa Road
Guide: Shraga Solomon, 052 7703422
 
Rediscovering Rechavia
Visit Jerusalem's first garden neighborhood to see the Jewish Agency, the Gymnasia Rechavia, Yad Ben Zvi, El Pueblo Espanol, the Café Rechavia, Jerusalem's first tennis court, the home of the early prime ministers, and more. 
Meet: 10:00 AM on the steps in front of the Prima Kings Hotel (on the corner of King George and
          Ramban streets). 
Guide: Jacob Solomon, 054-783-7998
 
Splendor and Sadness of Second Temple Jerusalem
We will tour the priestly villas and discuss how they were able to afford such luxury.  We will continue to the Southern wall excavations, the only archeological spot which needed no restoration.  Walk on the streets the pilgrims walked on during the holidays two thousand years ago.  We will also visit the Davidson center. There is an additional admission fee.
Meet: 2 pm at Mizrachi Bank in Jewish quarter
Guide: Shraga Solomon, 052 7703422
 
Old neighborhoods in Jerusalem – Bucharan Quarter and Meah Shearim
This short, but power-packed walk takes you through the little-known backstreets of Haneviim Street, before looking at the contributions of Rav Kook, Dr. Ticho, and Ben Yehuda to the city. Following the charms of Ethiopia Street, where each home is a story in itself, the walk penetrates the back streets of Geula. Modest dress required
Meet: 2:30 pm at the Davidka (corner Jaffa Road and Haneviim Street)
Guide: Jacob Solomon, 054-783-7998
 
 
 
Monday, September 27
 
Tour of the Russian Compound including the Museum of the Underground Prisoners.
Russia was the 1st country to be able to buy land outside the Old City walls from the Turks. How were they able to purchase such prime real estate? Was it just who had the most money? How did 12 Jewish prisoners escape from Central Prison during the British Mandate?
Meet: 10 am at Beit Sergei, Heleni HaMalka 13.
Guide: Ilizabeta Feodorovna but call Carol for information 671-3770  054-522-1665  Small entrance fee.
 
In the Footsteps of the Women of Jerusalem.
Discover the love stories of Jerusalem (area of the Russian Compound and Rechov HaNevi'im) Discover a mix of women from Russia, Ethiopia Austria, and the USA who all added to the history and richness of life in Jerusalem.     
Meet: 2 pm at Beit Sergei Heleni HaMalka 13.
Guide: Carol Caplan, 671-3770,  054-522-1665
 
 
 
The Jerusalem Forest
Hike through the Jerusalem Forest ending up at the Mt. Herzl military cemetery. Circular route.
Meet: 2 pm, corner of Herzl Blvd & the turn off to Yad Vashem.
Guide: Vivian Nadir, 02-6715288, 052-2336040 no voice messages
 
 
Tuesday September 28th

2,000 Years on Agron Street: A Multicultural Experience
From King Herod to Mayor Gerhson Agron,  major  Jewish and Christain and Muslim sites line this main thoroughfare connecting the Old City with western Jerusalem. Who would believe that had a Dutch Countess not run out of money in the 1870s  the area of the Agron  supermarket and much of  the surrounding land  was purchased for a hostel to house 144,000 pilgrims!
Meet10 am at the Supersol on Rehov Agron
Guide: Ruth S. Frank, pre-registration required, 054-636-4108  or 625-4108
 
Walk the Bridge of Strings and discover the beauty of Romema.
Why did the Turks surrender 3 times to the British? What did the archeologist find under Binyaumi Ha’uma?
Meet: 10 am in front of the movie theater at Binyaumi Ha’uma.
Guide: Carol Caplan, 02-671-3770, 054-522-1665
 
The Old City of Jerusalem
An in-depth look at the Christian, Moslem and Jewish Quarters.
Meet: 2 pm. in the plaza opposite the Dan Pearl Hotel, corner of Jaffa Rd. and Shlomo Hamelekh Sts.
Guide: Vivian Nadir, 02-6715288, 052-2336040 no voice messages
 
Mt. Zion - From King David to Schindler’s Tomb
Tradition, faith and myth on Mt. Zion and its surroundings. Visit the highlights of this area: the magnificent church with its beautiful view and exciting excavations. Finish at the tomb of Oscar Schindler.
Meet: 2 pm, Zion Gate 
Guide: Naomi Ehrlich-Kuperman, 0544363771 
 
  
Wednesday, September  29
 
New Scenic Promenades, Old Borders -- A Walk along the Pre-1967 Jerusalem Boundary Line
We'll begin with the Goldman Promenade encircling the old Government House in East Talpiot, continue along the Haas-Sherover Promenade and then through Abu Tor, Gai Ben Hinnom, and Yemin Moshe, ending up at the King David Hotel.  Lots of stairs at the end, so recommended for reasonably good walkers, ages 8 and up. 
Meet: 10 am at the beginning of the Haas Promenade (Tayelet Armon HaNatziv, East Talpiot), 
          next to the parking lot. 
Guide: Dani Barkai (050-7717635, 02-6782483)
 
 
Walk the Bridge of Strings and discover the beauty of Romema.
Why did the Turks surrender 3 times to the British? What did the archeologist find under Binyaumi Ha’uma?
Meet: 10 am in front of the movie theater at Binyaumi Ha’uma.
Guide: Carol Caplan, 02-671-3770, 054-522-1665
 
From Jaffa Gate to Hinom Edge
Walk from Jaffa Gate and visit excavations of ancient foundations of Jerusalem walls and surroundings. Continue along the new path on the south edge of Hinom Valley and see ancient cave tombs from the time of 1st and 2nd temple. Time permitting, we will visit the Greek Orthodox monastery of St. Onofrious and the famous "blood field” of Judas Iscariot. We will finish with a view of the meeting of Hinom and Kidron Valley.      
Meet: 10 am, Jaffa Gate   
Guide: Naomi Ehrlich-Kuperman, 0544363771
 
 
Friday, October 1, Isru chag
 Nahlaot and Mahane Yehuda
Let’s visit some of the early neighborhoods of Jerusalem which are attracting the under-30 set. We will hear the stories of former colorful residents, walk through the Ultra-Orthodox neighborhoods, visit synagogues and artistic craftsmen. Don’t forget to bring a string bag for shopping in the souk that has been part of the city’s history for decades. You will be surprised at the gentrification taking place and you will go home with all of your Shabbat treats!
Meet: 10 am at the Gerard Behar Center on Bezalel St.
Guide: Janet Moshe, 02-6733445 or 054-633-4525
 
 
The Old City of Jerusalem
An in-depth look at the Christian, Moslem and Jewish Quarters.
Meet: 10 am, in the plaza opposite the Dan Pearl Hotel, corner of Jaffa Rd. and Shlomo Hamelekh Sts.
Guide: Vivian Nadir, 02-6715288, 052-2336040 no voice messages
 
 
 
 
October 3 - 17, 2010
14 Night European Cruise
 
October 25, 2010. 3pm
AACI's Memorial Ceremony
 
October 28, 2010
AACI & Komen Israel Race for the Cure
 
November 12 - 17, 2010
Jewish Prague
 
January 11 - 20, 2011
Kosher Thailand
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Disclaimer
 
Home | Aliyah & Klitah | AACI LocationsPrograms & Activities | AACI Services | Employment Counseling | Pilot Trips | Travel with AACI | Links | Membership | Newsletter | Contact | Give
Copyright 2008 all rights reserved Association of Americans and Canadians in Israel  - Phone: 972-2-566-1181  Fax: 972-2-566-1186 - Website questions or comments? E-mail info@aaci.org.il
Designed and developed by PBCS Technology