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A Day in the Judean Hills: Israel’s Wine Country, from Ancient Vines to Modern Boutique Wineries

A Day in the Judean Hills: Israel’s Wine Country, from Ancient Vines to Modern Boutique Wineries

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⏱ Full day (approximately 8 hours). Half-day and multi-day wine-week variants available on request.👥 حتى 8

Explore Israel’s wine country with David Perlmutter on a full-day private tour through the Judean Hills. The Judean Hills, west and south of Jerusalem, are one of Israel’s oldest wine-growing areas. Vineyards have been part of this landscape since biblical times, and ancient wine presses, terraces, and archaeological sites can still be found among the hills. In recent decades, the region has become home to some of Israel’s most respected wineries, from established estates to small family-run producers. This day is an introduction to the wines, people, landscapes, and stories of the Judean Hills. We will visit selected wineries, taste local wines, and learn about the region’s long connection to grape growing and winemaking. Along the way, there will be time to enjoy the countryside, stop for lunch, and take in the views. Each tour is planned around the group’s interests, the season, and winery availability. Whether you know wine well or simply enjoy good food, beautiful landscapes, and local stories, this is a relaxed day out in a part of Israel many visitors never get to see. Best for: • Wine lovers of all levels, from curious drinkers to experienced collectors • Couples, adult private groups, and small groups of friends • First-time visitors looking to spend a full day beyond Jerusalem, in a landscape they might not otherwise see • Returning visitors to Israel who want a slower, more specialised day • Kosher-observant travellers. A fully kosher winery route can be arranged Before you go: • No designated driver is needed. David drives • Wear comfortable shoes for walking in vineyards and around wineries • Bring a sun hat and water. The Judean Hills can be hot in summer • Expect a modest amount of walking at each winery • The day includes several wine tastings, so it is worth pacing yourself. David will guide the tastings. Included: • Full-day private guiding with David Perlmutter • Private off-road transport from Jerusalem or Tel Aviv • Two or three winery visits, arranged in advance • Tasting fees at the scheduled wineries • Lunch arrangements, with the meal paid separately Not included: • Lunch. David will arrange the restaurant; payment is made directly • Wine purchases at the wineries • Accommodation before or after the tour Other options: • A half-day Judean Hills tour is also available for travellers with less time. It lasts three to four hours and includes one or two wineries. • Longer wine trips can also be planned, including the Galilee and Golan, Negev boutique wineries, or a north-to-south wine journey. Ask for a custom quote.

مسارات متعددةالأيامالأثرية والتاريخيةكل إسرائيل1 مرشد
El camino hacia la independencia

El camino hacia la independencia

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Sigue el camino a Jerusalén con Eli Romanovsky en un recorrido privado por los lugares y acontecimientos que marcaron la independencia de Israel. El recorrido puede comenzar en el Instituto Ayalon, donde una fábrica subterránea secreta produjo municiones durante los últimos años del Mandato Británico. Desde allí, viajaremos hacia Jerusalén siguiendo la historia de los convoyes que intentaron llevar alimentos, agua y suministros a la ciudad durante el sitio de 1948. En Shaar Hagai, la carretera se convierte en algo más que una vía entre Tel Aviv y Jerusalén. Es un lugar de memoria que cuenta la historia de los jóvenes que arriesgaron sus vidas para llegar a una ciudad aislada del resto del país. El día puede incluir un almuerzo en Abu Ghosh y una visita al Parque Nacional del Castel, escenario de una importante batalla por el control de la carretera a Jerusalén. Según tus intereses y el tiempo disponible, también podemos visitar la Casa Weizmann, el museo de las fuerzas blindadas de Yad LaShiryon o uno de los mercados de Jerusalén. Este recorrido privado está pensado para viajeros que desean comprender los acontecimientos de 1948 visitando los lugares donde ocurrieron. La ruta final se adaptará al ritmo, los intereses y las prioridades del grupo.

تل أبيب والشاطئ المركزيJudean HillsJudean Desert1 مرشد
The Road to Independence

The Road to Independence

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Follow the road to Jerusalem with Eli Romanovsky on a private journey through the events and places that shaped Israel’s independence. The route begins at Machon Ayalon, where a hidden underground factory produced ammunition during the final years of the British Mandate. From there, travel toward Jerusalem and follow the story of the supply convoys that tried to reach the city during the siege of 1948. At Sha’ar HaGai, the road becomes more than a route between Tel Aviv and Jerusalem. It is a place of memory, marked by the story of the young men and women who brought food, water, and supplies to a city cut off from the rest of the country. The day can include lunch in Abu Ghosh and a visit to Castel National Park, where an important battle was fought for control of the Jerusalem road. Depending on your interests, it can also include the Weizmann House, the Yad La-Shiryon tank museum, or a market visit in Jerusalem. This is a private day for travellers who want to understand 1948 through the places where its events unfolded.

القدس والمدينة المقدّسةتل أبيب والشاطئ المركزيمناسب للعائلة1 مرشد

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Shai Schupack

Shai Schupack

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Dr. Shai Schupack is a licensed Israeli tour guide, educator, and researcher based in the Golan Heights. He leads in-depth field tours across the Golan Heights, Upper Galilee, Hula Valley, and Galilee. Shai holds a master’s degree in International Relations and a doctorate in Land of Israel Studies and Archaeology. His work brings together archaeology, historical geography, the history of ancient Israel, the Hebrew Bible and its historical context, Roman and Byzantine settlement, and the political geography of Israel’s northern borders. Alongside his work as a guide, Shai teaches and lectures on the history and geography of Israel and the modern Middle East. His areas of teaching include Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and Egypt, with attention to the formation of states, borders, communities, water, and regional power. Shai also educates and trains future licensed Israeli tour guides. His tours are structured as serious field study: reading the landscape alongside archaeological evidence, historical sources, and the wider regional context.

الكتاب المقدس والحجالأثرية والتاريخيةالطبيعة والرحلات
Yehuda Folberg

Yehuda Folberg

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Private tour guide, discovering Israel's history, culture, and landscapes, with a taste of innovation and cuisine, blending tradition and modernity.

التراث اليهوديالجغرافيا السياسيةالتراث المسيحي
David Ha'ivri

David Ha'ivri

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Exploring Israel requires more than following a map. It demands a guide who reads the stone alleys, the shifting topography, and the human landscape with effortless clarity. David Ha’ivri brings travelers directly into the living pulse of the land. Decades of boots on the ground across historical routes, urban centers, and rugged trails allow him to navigate every situation with unshakeable calm. Street congestion, unexpected site closures, weather shifts, and logistical hurdles are handled with fluid adaptability. Behind his quiet poise stands an instinctive command of the terrain, ensuring every transition feels seamless. Travelers quickly discover that depth of knowledge does not have to feel heavy. As an educator and professional guide, David possesses the rare ability to unpack complex historical layers, biblical narratives, and regional realities without academic podium talk. He presents centuries of context through engaging, grounded storytelling that speaks equally to first, time visitors and seasoned scholars. Complex ideas become clear conversations. Serious history becomes an enjoyable, memorable journey. Client care defines every itinerary. Group dynamics vary, from families with young children needing shaded rest stops to curious travelers pushing for rigorous hikes. David listens closely, reads the room, and tailors the pace to fit the exact physical and personal needs of the group. Safety is never an afterthought. It is woven into every decision, route selection, and local interaction. Travelers move through busy markets, narrow alleyways, and quiet desert paths with complete peace of mind, fully protected by a guide who knows the ground intimately. A tour with David Ha’ivri goes beyond checking off landmark boxes. You walk alongside a trusted mentor who makes ancient stones speak, opens doors to authentic local encounters, and guarantees an experience that is safe, enriching, and unforgettable.

التراث اليهوديالجغرافيا السياسيةالعبرية
Avraham ori Lancry

Avraham ori Lancry

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Hi I am of avraham ori licensed guide based in Jerusalem

التراث اليهوديالصحراء والطبيعةالعبرية
Joe Freedman

Joe Freedman

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Joe Freedman holds an M.A. in education from the Jewish Theological Seminary and a doctorate in education (EdD) from Teacher’s College, Columbia University. He moved to Israel from the US in 1980 and lives with his family in the Jerusalem neighborhood of Gilo. For many years he served as Director of the Ramah Programs in Israel. In 1996 he earned his tour guide license issued by Israel’s Ministry of Tourism. Joe has been the Tour Educator/Guide for many educational and religious tours, especially synagogue and church tours, and has experience working with all age groups and religious backgrounds. In recent years Joe has guided several Birthright-Israel trips (age 18-32) and is scheduled to guide more groups in the coming months. Joe is also licensed to drive – and guide – in a car or van approved by the Ministry of Tourism. Moreover, Joe has also designed and led educational tours in Spain and Poland. He often uses Israeli music in his guiding and he is also a certified Israeli folk dance instructor. Contact Joe for information about: - Private tours for individuals, couples, families with young children (or multi-generation) or just a group of friends. - Synagogue or church groups; pilgrimages; interfaith groups. - Special interest groups (e.g., focus on hiking, archaeology and ancient history, modern history and sociology, geopolitics, music and dance, spirituality, and so on ) - Educational institutions and missions (school study tours, school boards, university seminars, community center staff, Federations, etc.) - Bar/Bat Mitzva or other lifecycle celebrations

الكتاب المقدس والحجالأثرية والتاريخيةالطبيعة والرحلات