# Visiting Tombs of Pious Jews (Zadikim) – Judaism Private Tour in North Israel

> From any location to Galilee.   · Full day, inactive Friday, Saturday and Jewish holidays.. Licensed private tour with Ilya Pevzner (The Israel Guide).

This tour is created after the feedback received from my tourists, that it is very difficult to find Jewish traditional content tour. Tradition of visiting holy tombs, ask their help, donate charity to help poor people is very ancient. Official Judaism was not always positive with this practice, but it is even described in Torah, as Kalev ben Ifune, one of the 12 spies, went to Hebron. Maimonides did the same in his visit in Israel. So, it is very common human practice and believe. You can take a part in it during our tour, or just seeing from the side. It is deep believe and spectacular practice. I am very known experienced guide in Israel. I have knowledge and education in Middle East and Judaism. I love to show our country and pass this love to my tourists. Many people are listening to me weekly by Radio and Internet. I have a weekly Radio Program about Israel in US and you can join this group of my listeners and tourists. You are not just  my tourists - you are my personal guests.

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## Highlights

- Safed (Tzfat)-Kabbala and spirituality 
- Meron (Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai)
- Tiberias (Rabi Akiva, Rambam/Maimonides and Meir Miracle Maker)
- Jewish inhabited area in the Bible and Talmudic time with hundreds of Prius jews tombs and their worship

## Itinerary

- Cave of Elijah in Haifa — An ancient cave and synagogue with Jewish and Christian traditions of worship dating back to the 3rd–4th centuries A.C. Pilgrims have visited this site since that time. The cave is traditionally connected to the prophet Elijah. The synagogue remains active.
- Shefar'am – Tomb of Yehuda Ben Baba — The tomb of Rabbi Yehuda Ben Baba, mentioned in the Talmud as Rabi Somech. A student of Rabbi Akiva, he was executed by the Romans for teaching Torah. He chose to teach in an empty area between villages so others would not be harmed when he was captured. A nearby junction is named Junction Somech in his memory.
- Tomb of Rabbi Shimon Bar Yochai — A major Jewish place of worship and pilgrimage with an active synagogue. It is the second most visited site in Israel by Jewish visitors after the Western Wall. Known for annual processions and celebrations in his honor.
- Safed Ancient Jewish Cemetery  — Visit the ancient cemetery of Safed, including the tombs of famous Kabbalists such as HaAri HaKadosh (Rabbi Isaac Luria) and Rabbi Yosef Karo (author of the Shulchan Aruch). The mikveh of HaAri is still active (for men only) and is the most visited mikveh in the world.
- Tiberias — Visit three important sites: the tomb of Rabbi Akiva, the Rambam synagogue and tomb, and the tomb and synagogues of Rabbi Meir Baal HaNes (the Miracle Maker). These are significant according to Jewish tradition and the Kabbalah of HaAri.
- Tomb of the Rambam (Maimonides) — The tomb of Rabbi Moshe ben Maimon (Maimonides), a great Jewish philosopher, doctor, and author. According to tradition, no one before or after equaled him. His bones were brought to Tiberias after his death. The site includes an active synagogue where visitors can pray.
- Tomb of Rabbi Meir Baal HaNes — Visit the synagogues dedicated to Rabbi Meir Baal HaNes, learn about his life, his miraculous powers, and the traditions of his followers.
- Amuka — One of the famous places for asking world peace, health. family and good shiduch (find a couple for marriage). Very popular by the female Jewish pilgrims. 

## Included

- Professional Guiding
- Transportation
- Bottled water

## Not included

- 24 hours candles
- Small change for charity
- Optional Lunch

## Book this tour

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