Aviv Herzlich
Owner of Aviv Tours Israel
After my three-year military service, I decided to leave my hometown of Tel Aviv and head up to the hills of Jerusalem - to its people, secrets, and nuances that only those who live in the city can fully understand.
I have come to know Jerusalem from the inside out. I have wandered her streets for hours. I know all her neighborhoods, churches, synagogues and mosques. I know the best spots to drink coffee, bargain in the marketplace and truly feel the heartbeat of the city.
My professional life as a guide began when I led soldiers and youth in Jerusalem as part of my obligatory military service. In 2013, I completed my studies as a professional tour guide and have worked in the field ever since.
In addition to my background as a tour guide, I have a BA in Geography, History, and Humanities with a focus on religions and archaeology from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, in 2018 completed my MA in Israel Studies from the University of Haifa. In 2016 I completed a specialized course on Christianity through the Israeli Ministry of Tourism.
Over the past decade, I have guided numerous organizations including the Israeli Foreign Ministry, Facebook, Intel, Amazon and the American military. In addition, I have led hundreds of private tours for individuals, groups, companies and families from both Israel and abroad.
I am continually inspired by the people I guide and love sharing
the endless discoveries of this ancient, beautiful land and her people.