Geopolitics

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ארכיאולוגי והיסטוריJordan Valleyטבע וטיולים

Kokhav HaYarden, also known as Belvoir, is a Crusader fortress high above the Jordan Valley. Its double walls, moat, towers, and views make it one of the most impressive medieval sites in Israel. A private visit can explore the fortress, its defensive design, the surrounding landscape, and the story of the Crusader Kingdom’s eastern frontier. It can be combined with Beit She’an, the Sea of Galilee, Ma’ayan Harod, or a Lower Galilee route. The fortress makes the medieval map of the region visible: the Jordan Valley below, routes toward Damascus and the Galilee, and a castle built to watch a frontier where power could shift quickly.

The Negev: Genesis Land

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נגבהנגב ומכתש רמוןמקראי ועלייה לרגל1 מדריך

Spend a day with Eli Romanovsky in the Negev, where ancient trade routes, deep geological time, and desert life come together. Begin at Avdat, a Nabataean city built along the ancient Incense Route. Its ruins tell the story of people who made a life in the desert through trade, farming, and careful control of water. Continue to Mitzpe Ramon and the Makhtesh Ramon, a vast erosion crater unlike any other landscape in Israel. Walk along the rim, travel down into the crater, and stop for short walks among coloured sands, fossil remains, and exposed rock formations. The day can be adapted to your interests. You may choose to visit a Bedouin tent for tea and a camel ride, learn about the makhtesh and astronaut Ilan Ramon at the Ramon Visitor Center, or spend time in Mitzpe Ramon’s Artists’ Quarter. This is a private day for travellers who want to experience the Negev through its nature, stories, and sense of space.

Across the Galilee by 4×4 with Morris Zemach

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הגליל ורמת הגולןטבע וטיוליםקולינרי ויין1 מדריך

Leave the main roads behind and discover the Galilee through its forests, valleys, villages, sacred places, and local food. Travelling by 4×4 allows us to connect landscapes and communities that many visitors pass by, creating a day that combines exploration with personal encounters. We might begin in the Bedouin village of Salame with breakfast and pita bread fresh from the tabun before continuing among the old olive trees of Nahal Tzalmon. From there, possible routes can lead towards the cliffs of Akbara, the orchards of Nahal Hamra, Birya Forest, or the hills above Nahal Dalton. Along the way, we can stop at places connected to the Galilee’s religious traditions, including the great pistachio tree near the tomb of Rabbi Tarfon in Kadita. Depending on the route and your interests, the journey might continue towards Mount Meron, Bar’am Forest, or Gush Halav, perhaps ending with a Lebanese-style meal. No two days need to be exactly alike. The route can be adapted to the season, road conditions, available time, and your preferred balance of off-road adventure, short walks, scenery, local food, village life, and stories from the Galilee.

Herodion: Herod’s Desert Palace

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ארכיאולוגי והיסטורימקראי ועלייה לרגלטבע וטיולים

Herodium rises as a distinctive man-made hill above the Judean Desert, south of Jerusalem. King Herod built a palace, fortress, theatre, gardens, water systems, and an immense burial complex here. A private visit can include the summit palace, bathhouses, reception rooms, tunnels from the Bar Kokhba Revolt, and views toward Jerusalem, Bethlehem, and the desert. It can be combined with Bethlehem, the Judean Hills, or a wider Herod-themed route. Herodium is the story of one ruler’s ambition made visible in the landscape: a palace-mountain built to dominate the horizon and preserve a name long after its builder was gone.

Three Days in the Golan Heights and Galilee

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נצרת והגליל התחתוןהגליל ורמת הגולןטבע וטיולים1 מדריך

Spend three days discovering northern Israel through its landscapes, history, communities, and complex human stories. Together, we can explore the Golan Heights and the eastern and western Galilee, creating a journey that reflects your interests, preferred pace, and style of travel. In the Golan Heights, possibilities include dramatic viewpoints, the ancient site of Gamla, the Jordan River, and places connected to the battles and borders that have shaped the region. As we travel, I will share my personal perspective and help bring together the history, geography, and present-day realities of this remarkable area. Around the eastern Galilee, we might follow the shores of the Sea of Galilee, visit Tiberias and important Christian sites, wander through Rosh Pina or Safed, or enjoy the scenery of Birya Forest. The day can focus on biblical and religious heritage, Jewish history, nature, local life—or a combination of them. Heading west opens another range of possibilities. We could explore Acre’s old streets, markets, underground halls, and harbour; continue to the cliffs and grottoes of Rosh Hanikra; visit Peki’in; or include an encounter with one of northern Israel’s Druze or Bedouin communities. These places are suggestions rather than a fixed itinerary. Your three-day tour can be adapted around the season, your accommodation, the interests of your group, and the amount of walking or driving you prefer. Whether you are drawn to history, geopolitics, faith, landscapes, food, or local communities, we will create a northern Israel journey that feels personal, varied, and meaningful.

מדריכים(9)

Joe Freedman

כל ישראלירושלים והעיר הקדושהתל אביב וחוף המרכז

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

Yoni Shtern

I’m a licensed Israeli tour guide, born in Eilat and based in the Negev, with a deep connection to the landscapes, history, and people of southern Israel. I specialize in private and personalized tours of the Negev, Dead Sea, Arava, Masada and the surrounding desert. My tours combine fascinating stories, nature, archaeology and local life, always with a personal touch and plenty of room for questions, discovery and spontaneous moments. With many years of experience guiding families, groups and educational delegations, my goal is simple: to help you experience Israel beyond the usual tourist route, and leave with great memories and a deeper connection to this extraordinary country. I’d love to show you Israel through my eyes.

אנגליתעבריתערבה

Michael Harari

הגליל ורמת הגולןחיפה וחוף הכרמלנצרת והגליל התחתון

Morris Tzemach

כל ישראלירושלים והעיר הקדושההגליל ורמת הגולן

I’m Morris, a Galilee-born guide, farmer, and storyteller, guiding since 1988. Come with me to meet the people, hear the stories, and taste the food that help you know this country from within. About me I was born in Moshav Margaliot, on Israel’s northern border with Lebanon, and the Galilee is my home. Alongside guiding, I also grow mangoes and lychees. On my tours, we’ll get to know the country through its people: their stories, traditions, kitchens, and everyday lives. We’ll follow village roads, meet local families, discover small wineries and dairies, and enjoy the smells and flavours of food prepared in home courtyards. These encounters are part of the journey, just as much as the landscape and the historical sites. I am a licensed guide and have been guiding since 1988, with an academic background in Geography and Israel Studies. I guide in English, Hebrew, and Arabic, and lead tours throughout Israel, with a special affection for the Galilee, where I was born and have lived my life. On the Golan Heights, I also bring a personal perspective: I served as a paratrooper and took part in the 1973 war. I collect stories as well as tell them, and some have found their way into my books about the Galilee, Tiberias, and Rosh Pina. In Rosh Pina, we can follow the stories back to the houses and streets where their characters lived. If you would like to take some of those stories home, my Hebrew book “סיפורים ראשפינאים” (Rosh Pina Stories) brings together the people, houses, and tales of the old village. Drawing on stories told by its farmers, it introduces the pioneers, generous hosts, artists, and unusual characters whose lives became part of Rosh Pina’s history. The book is available to purchase directly from me; contact me to order a copy.

David Perlmutter

הנגב ומכתש רמוןאנגליתעברית

David Perlmutter is a licensed Israel tour guide who has been guiding since 1988, with private tours a specialty since he purchased his first off-road vehicle in 1993. Born and raised in the US, he moved to Israel as a young adult, farmed an avocado grove on Kibbutz Einat, and served in the Israeli Defense Forces before entering the guiding profession. His company, Israel Adventure Journeys Ltd., is his platform for private guiding work across Israel. David is among Israel’s most recognised guides on wine and wine tourism. He began visiting Israeli wineries when the country’s modern wine revolution was still in its early years and developed that curiosity into a serious professional practice, combining direct experience across the industry with formal training. He holds the Wine and Spirits Education Trust (WSET) Level 3 Award in Wines, passed with Merit. Fellow guides, winemakers, and members of Israel’s wine industry regularly consult him on wine tourism. Wine journeys can be designed for anything from a single day in the Judean Hills to a weeklong exploration of Israel’s wine regions. His guiding is not limited to wine. Nearly four decades of criss-crossing the country on foot, by mountain bike, and in off-road vehicles have given David an intimate familiarity with Israel’s geography. He leads mountain-bike journeys ranging from relaxed vineyard rides paired with tastings to single-track riding in the Negev and multi-day sections of the Israel Bike Trail. Full logistical support can be arranged, including bike rental, transport, repairs, and accommodation when needed. David lives with his wife Tamar and their four sons in Eliav, a young community in the Lachish region. He also volunteers as a first responder and ambulance crew member with Magen David Adom, Israel’s national emergency medical service.

David Ha'ivri

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.

עבריתSamariaJudea

Kim

הגליל ורמת הגולןים המלח ומצדהעכו

Shalom! I’m Kim, a licensed tour guide based in the Lower Galilee. I made aliyah to Israel twenty years ago, and I feel incredibly fortunate to call this fascinating country home. I love sharing Israel’s natural beauty, rich landscapes, and thousands of years of history with visitors from around the world. But what I enjoy most is helping people understand the Israel beyond the headlines. Israel is a complex, sometimes challenging, and always fascinating place, and I love bringing those complexities to life, while showcasing the magic, beauty, and spirit of this remarkable country.

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.

Yehuda Folberg