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Hebron Dual Narrative Tour from Jerusalem

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Jerusalem, Israel

12 hours (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

Gain a better understanding of the conflict between Israel and Palestine on this dual-guided, full-day tour of Hebron in the West Bank. The city is divided into two sectors: one is controlled by the Palestinian National Authority and the other by Israel. Explore both, first with an Israeli-Jewish guide, then with a Palestinian guide. Learn about the struggles in this Middle Eastern city. Visit the Tomb of the Patriarchs, the world's most ancient Jewish site, explore various neighborhoods, speak with locals and enjoy lunch at a Palestinian family’s home.

Tour the Israeli and Palestinian sectors of Hebron, a major holy city in the West Bank
Hear both sides of Israeli–Palestinian conflict from two guides, an Israeli Jew and a Palestinian
Visit the major Jewish and Islamic sites including the Tomb of the Patriarchs
Speak with local residents and shop owners living in this divided city

What's Included

Guided Tour
Transportation
Entrance Fees

Lunch

(40 ILS)

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Abraham Jerusalem
Ha-Nevi'im St 67, Jerusalem, 9470211, Israel
Upon arrival, please enter the lobby of Abraham Jerusalem (Abraham Hostel).

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Operating hours
.8:00 am

Itinerary

Jewish and Arabic national movements have struggled to gain authority for their people in this region of the Middle East for many years. Hebron's population is split between Palestinians and Israelis that live in two separate sectors: H1, which is controlled by the Palestine National Authority and H2, by Israel.

Your tour into this region begins with meeting your guide, who takes you on public transport for about two hours to the city of Hebron, located in the heart of the Judean mountains.

Start on the Israeli side of Hebron with an Israeli-Jewish guide who will speak of the variety of tensions that exist from his people’s perspective. Take a bulletproof bus to the Tomb of the Patriarchs, the world's most ancient Jewish site and the second holiest place for the Jewish people, after Temple Mount in Jerusalem. Explore Jewish settlements and visit landmarks like Tel Rumeida, an agricultural and residential area believed to be the location of biblical Hebron and others.

Then, travel into the H1 sector to meet with a Palestinian guide for the second half of the tour. Enjoy an optional lunch at a Palestinian family’s home followed by a tour of the main part of the city. Talk with local residents about the difficulties of living in this volatile region and visit the Muslim side of the Tomb of the Patriarchs, also known as the Ibrahimi Mosque.

Your full-day (11 hour) tour concludes here with transportation back to Jerusalem.

Cave of the Patriarchs / Al Ibrahimi Mosque

45 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Tel Rumeida

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Hebron

8 hours • Admission Ticket Free

West Bank

2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate

Israeli Citizens: Please note that this tour is not available to Israeli passport holders (Even if you hold an additional passport).
Valid Passports (Original, not a copy), Hats, Sunscreen, Comfortable Shoes, Scarfs/Shawls and Drinking Water are required.
Included in this tour are visits to sacred sites. Please avoid wearing sleeveless shirts, shorts and short skirts.
Unfortunately, Breakfast takeaway is not possible.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 34 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.7

based on 154 reviews

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An excellent experience for those who wish to move beyond superficiality

EricLouis_D, Aug 2023

A well thought out, well executed tour for those who wish to be left with more questions than answers: we spent the evening talking about so many features of it, agreeing that it was disconcerting, but in a way that seems respectful to a complex and fraught reality. Both of the guides were very good - I wish we had had more time with the Palestinian guide, but this is also a product of the political realities. Organisation of the timings was flawless; the choices of stops were well chosen, and the lunch with the family was lovely. Beware that you will be confronted with people with very entrenched views, ones that are difficult for many to reconcile - the Jewish settler with whom we met was... challenging. Summarily, an excellent experience for those who wish to move beyond superficial tourism

Response from Host, Aug 2023

Thank you for your thoughtful and insightful review of our tour. We're pleased to hear that you found our tour well thought out and executed, designed to leave you with more questions than answers—an approach that acknowledges the complexity of the reality in the region. It's great to know that the experience sparked deep conversations and contemplation afterward. We're glad that the tour managed to navigate the disconcerting aspects while maintaining respect for the intricate and sensitive nature of the situation on the ground. We appreciate your kind words about our guides, both of whom contributed to your understanding of the context. The organisation of timings, the selection of stops, and the warm lunch with the family are all aspects we take pride in, as they contribute to a well-rounded and authentic experience. The tour aims to provide an unfiltered look into the realities on the ground, which can include challenging encounters that represent the diversity of perspectives in the region. In conclusion, we're thrilled that our tour was able to provide an excellent experience for those seeking a deeper understanding beyond superficial tourism. Your feedback is valuable to us, and we're grateful that you chose our tour to explore these complex dynamics. Should you ever decide to explore further with us, we'd be more than happy to welcome you back for another thought-provoking journey.

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Muhammad_A, Feb 2023

Great trip to Hebron from Jerusalem. Information from both perspectives regarding the situation in Israel and Palestine. I book this tour because of Ibrahimi Mosque. The Cave of the Patriarchs or Tomb of the Patriarchs, known to Jews by its Biblical name Cave of Machpelah and to Muslims as the Ibrahimi Mosque, is a series of caves situated 30 kilometres south of Jerusalem in the heart of the Old City of Hebron in the West Bank.

Definitely recommend

Adam_N, Dec 2022

Amazing tour and experience, truly a special day. Hebron is such a unique place, and getting the dual perspective from the tour brought the entirety of the city to life.

The Experience of a Lifetime

Joyce_F, Nov 2022

I’ve always wanted to go to Hebron. Today was truly an awesome experience. Elie and the Female Palestinian guide were so knowledgeable and charismatic. They explained the history, practices of their faith and answered all of our questions. I would recommend this experience to everyone.

Hebron Day Trip from Jerusalem

pdrouet, Feb 2020

This was a fascinating day tour but you really should be in good physical shape for it as there was walking up a very long steep hill and downhill rocky uneven steps. We met at the Abraham hostel, took a tram to the bus station, and then took a comfortable bus with bulletproof windows to Hebron. We first crossed into the Palestine section of Hebron and had two Palestinians tell us their side of the story of Hebron. We had good lunch at a private house there. Then, we went back to the Israel side of Hebron and heard from a resident there their side of the story. All very illuminating. Both of our guides were very good, especially our Israeli guide.

Must Visit

Elizabeth W, Nov 2019

This was a really enlightening tour and one well worth taking. You get to hear both sides of the current Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Fascinating but too long!

Destination316993, Nov 2019

It would have been more helpful if the Palestinian guide had given some more historical information about her people instead of dealing only with issues that happened in her life-time. The day was also too long and difficult at the end for elderly people to walk down a rocky path in the dark. Otherwise a fascinating glimpse of the duality of Jews and Palestinians.

a great informative day full with fun

arteen_h, Sep 2018

was a good experience on both sides the isrealie guide was great full of knowledge and informations we went to different places and had time to make photos also the arab side was nice to see the real situation of plasestinians and thier way of living and their views of the situation...a good trip different from all other trips you might do but gives you a real test of the modern isreal

Best tour we did in Israel. Very...

David M, Jun 2018

Best tour we did in Israel. Very interesting concept.

the best of all the trips.i felt...

polly l, Oct 2017

the best of all the trips.i felt very save and happy to visited the graves of our forefathers.the best guide well informed and best teacher ever.

A brilliant and thought provoking...

sallyannethomas, Aug 2017

A brilliant and thought provoking day in a totally divided city. I had heard a lot about Hebron, mainly a bias view on how badly the Israeli's are treating the Palestinian's so I wanted to hear both sides of the story and find out the truth of the situation. So this 'duel narrative tour' was ideal. We met Gabriel, our Jewish guide, he gave us a brilliant insight into the conflict and how this the people of Hebron were trying to deal with it. So we got on a bullet proof bus to make the journey from Jerusalem. When we reached Hebron, Gabe intoduced us to Mohammed our Muslim Palestinian guide who took us through the check point. Here we walked through a beautiful old part of the city and talked to several people who said how much the Jewish people had persecuted them and were ruining their lives. We then came back, through the check point, to the Jewish part of the city. Gabriel showed us where the Palestinians had murdered Jewish people, including a baby and 6 students and where a teddy bear had been stuffed with explosives and placed in a playground!! We were introduced to a Jewish lady who told her own story and gave her views on how this situation could be resolved. What a day! So interesting hearing both sides. One side will not accept a resolution, the other side want nothing but peace and a way to live together as one nation. Could not fault the day.