Hebron Day Tours: For travelers visiting the region, exploring Hebron offers a unique opportunity to experience Palestine in a deeply immersive and meaningful way. Volunteer in Palestine organizes guided tours that provide visitors with an authentic perspective on Hebron’s rich culture, historical significance, and contemporary political landscape. These guided tours take you through Hebron’s vibrant old city, bustling markets, and significant landmarks like the Ibrahimi Mosque, offering a firsthand view of daily life and the resilience of the Palestinian local community.
Our walking tours provide a brief yet comprehensive introduction to Palestine and Hebron, offering a unique opportunity to connect with locals. Ideal for those passionate about Levantine culture, the Arabic language, and the politics of Palestine and the Middle East, these tours deliver an enriching and immersive experience.
During the walking tour, Our Palestinian guides introduce participants to local shopkeepers, business owners, teachers, and community leaders. Whether you’re fluent in Arabic or just starting out, this is a wonderful opportunity to practice your language skills while building meaningful connections with Palestinians from diverse backgrounds.
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Many Unique Opportunities Within Hebron
As a well-connected and respected organization in the community, Volunteer In Palestine is able to introduce participants to many unique opportunities within Hebron, such as touring universities, law firms, NGOs, historical and cultural sites, as well as areas of political and humanitarian significance including refugee camps and Israeli settlements.
Volunteer In Palestine’s close ties and supportive role within the community make tours a welcome and trusted exchange between Palestinians and foreigners. While touring Hebron, participants can expect to meet many Palestinians along the way and within each destination. Palestinians are famous for their hospitality and congenial spirit and are often eager to speak with and welcome foreigners to Palestine. Visit Palestine better to understand unique and diverse peoples and cultures!
Sites To See in Hebron Palestine
Modern-day Hebron, located in the heart of Palestine, sits at the crossroads of the Levant, the Mediterranean, Asia, Europe, and North Africa. This unique geographical positioning has shaped Hebron’s culture, drawing influences from various nations and peoples throughout history.
On a day tour of Hebron, visitors can witness how this rich blend of cultural influences has created a vibrant and unified identity, making the city a fascinating destination like no other in the world.
1. The Old City of Hebron, Palestine
Palestine is home to numerous historical treasures and many designated World Heritage sites. The Old City of Hebron itself was declared a Palestinian heritage site by UNESCO in 2017, along with the Ibrahimi Mosque, which holds the Tomb of the Patriarchs.
However, the Old City is under threat from illegal Israeli settlements, and Hebron is often an epicenter of assaults against Palestinians by occupation forces. Participants touring the Old City will have the opportunity to visit these sites and observe the conditions in which Palestinians here live, under the safety of a guide of course.
Additionally, participants will tour Hebron’s economic hubs. Hebron is famous for its specialized crafts, including glassblowing, wood carving, and textiles; in fact, Hebron is home to the Herbawi Textile Factory, the last factory in Palestine still manufacturing the traditional Palestinian keffiyeh. Participants will tour these factories and workshops as they are central to Hebron’s notable industries and local culture.
2. Religious Sites in Hebron
Palestine is the Holy Land of three world’s largest religions: Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. Palestine, therefore, also contains or is very near many of the holiest religious sites in the world. As mentioned previously, Hebron, West Bank, Palestine, is home to the Ibrahimi Mosque, one of the most important religious and historical sites for Muslims and Jews, as it’s believed to be the burial site of the prophet Abraham and his wife Sarah. Volunteer In Palestine is happy to show the people of the world these religious, historical, and cultural sites to all our participants.
Hebron also sits about an hour from Bethlehem and Jerusalem, which house their own important religious monuments. Participants may easily access these cities as they travel through Palestine, making Hebron an ideal city to explore.
3. Restaurants and Markets in Hebron
Food is highly symbolic of Palestinian culture, often central to family gatherings, festivities, and cultural identity. Staples of the Palestinian diet include bread, meat, rice, sauces, spices, soups, and desserts. Palestinian food culture is also famous for its various types of bread–such as its Taboon (sometimes also called Laffah) flatbread–and its unique white cheese, Jibneh Baide, which is made from either goat or sheep milk and renowned for its nutritious value and distinct flavor.
Palestine is also famous for its meat dishes, which mostly consist of either chicken or goat. An example of a world-renowned Palestinian dish is Qidreh, which is made of rice, chickpeas, and chicken cooked in broth and various spices. Participants will have ample opportunity to taste Palestine’s unique cuisine by taking part in Center-led tours of Hebron!
Areas Of Political Significance
Palestine occupies a unique place in global affairs, especially in the politics of the Middle East, and is subsequently the subject of interest for many. As a participant of Volunteer In Palestine’s day tour, you will also be able to visit areas of political significance within the West Bank, such as the Israeli settlements of Tel Rumeida and Kiryat Arba, as well as well as refugee camps dating back to the time of the Nakba.
Furthermore, tour participants will have the opportunity to speak with both native Palestinians on the front lines facing settlement expansion, as well as members of the settlements themselves. Volunteer In Palestine believes a first-hand view of these issues will provide international visitors a better, more authentic understanding of Palestine’s political circumstances outside the typical coverage this issue receives on the global stage.
Benefits of Hebron Day Tours:
- Guided tour of the bustling and historic city of Hebron and landmarks
- Opportunity to meet native Palestinians and share in their culture
- Gain a first-hand look into a significant political situation from multiple perspectives
- Visit sites of religious significance within Judaism, Islam, and Christianity
- Learn from local experts
- Overnight accommodation (if applicable)
Program Costs and Information
Volunteer In Palestine’s Hebron tour program is priced competitively with other available tours at 50 Euros for a half-day or 100 Euros for a full day.
The cost covers the tour’s price, operational costs, and breakfast at the Center. There are no other additional or hidden fees applied to these programs; the cost quoted above is the complete and final cost participants will pay.
In Which Languages is the Program Run?
Our tour program in Hebron is available for English, German, French, and Arabic speakers. However, those who have or are in the process of studying Arabic as a second language will have opportunities to practice their Arabic speaking ability during the tour.
Overview of our Hebron Day Tours
| Tour Location | Hebron, Palestine |
| Available Days of the Week | Saturday to Thursday |
| Duration of Daily Tours | 3-8 hours |
| Tour Types | Private tours Walking tours Day tours Customised Tours |
| Language | Arabic English French German |
| Meeting Location | Hebron, West Bank |
| Accommodations for Overnight (if applicable) | Palestinian host family Hostel or hotel |
| Price of tours | 50€-100€ |
| Contact | WhatsApp: +972599479880 Email: Info@ecpalestine.org |
Are There Any Criteria for Participants?
There are only 3 criteria for participants, the first being conversational fluency in English, Arabic, French, or German. Secondly, participants should be between the ages of 18 and 75, though exceptions can be made in special circumstances. Finally, we asked participants to have a positive attitude and an eagerness to learn.
Participant Requirements:
- Colloquial fluency in Arabic, English, French and/or German
- 18-75 years of age (unless granted special permission by the Center’s director)
- A positive attitude and eagerness to learn
Summary
Hebron is a vibrant city rich in history and culture, offering visitors an array of fascinating sights to explore. Our day tours feature an incredible mix of major historical landmarks, authentic Palestinian culture, and areas of political and humanitarian significance. The tour includes a visit to the Old City of Hebron, where you’ll have the chance to engage with local Palestinians, dine at renowned eateries, and gain a deeper understanding of the human rights situation in the region.
These flexible guided tours, organized by Volunteer in Palestine, are ideal for volunteers, students, visitors, and anyone seeking an in-depth perspective on Hebron, its surroundings, and their profound impact on Palestinian daily life.
How To Book Your Tour
If you are interested in touring Hebron, please email us at Info@ecpalestine.org. We should respond to your initial inquiry within 1 business day.
In the subject line of your email, write “Hebron Day Tours.” Upon your response, we will attach an application form, which you will fill out and return to us to begin onboarding.
Related Programs
| Day Tours in Hebron, West Bank | Day Tours of Hebron |
| Customized Private Tours of Hebron | Palestine Walking Tours |
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