Private & group tours through Israel's most storied places: history, faith, flavors and hidden corners, all tailored to you.
For couples, families, groups of friends, guests from abroad and teams who want a real, story-rich day in Israel.
I'm a passionate, licensed tour guide who loves sharing the Holy Land's stories, flavors and hidden corners. Every tour is personal, warm and shaped around you, whether it's your first visit or you're returning to see it with new eyes.
Together we'll walk ancient streets, taste local life, and uncover the layers of history and meaning that make this land unlike anywhere else.
I also write for The Times of Israel. Latest: The Old City Belonged to Everyone Except Me
★★★★★"An outstanding experience. Maria is simply lovely. She guides gently, knows her material, and gets across all the truly important details in just the right measure. She holds everyone's attention with clues and rare photos."
— Gita
★★★★★"I went with Maria on a tour following the startup called Tel Aviv. We traced the city's fascinating history through stories and songs from the period. Three hours flew by: a trip back through the time tunnel, with charm, warmth and above all great professionalism and sensitivity. I warmly recommend this tour."
— Orit
★★★★★"I grew up here and walk these streets every day, but I never knew any of the facts Maria shared… she is easily the best, most interesting guide I've ever met."
★★★★★"Maria gave us a wonderful tour in Tel Aviv! She combined stories into an intriguing yarn punctuated with fun facts. We are definitely going to tour with her again!"
— Rinat
★★★★★"We were really impressed by Maria's deep and diverse information… she connects the past to the present of our country and the people of Israel."
— Olga
★★★★★"Maria gave us an exceptional tour of the history of the Maccabiah in Tel Aviv — well-structured, deeply interesting, and filled with fascinating information."
— Limor
★★★★★"Jerusalem is fascinating and you made it even more so. Can't wait for the next trip."
— Riki
★★★★★"Wonderful tour with deep historical views of a very interesting Jaffa."
— Paul
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