VOYAGER
- Carefully selected accommodations, offering comfort and quality.
- A seamless, fully curated experience, as outlined below.
- J² Customer Care available by phone and email.
- $50 travel credit per person for your next J² journey.
Program is tentative and subject to change. Connect with our Customer Care Team by calling: (888) 230-6008 Mon.-Thur. from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Eastern Time (ET).
YOUR journey
J² crafts journeys of inspiration, education, and Jewish connections to Israel and worldwide. We are guided by a simple but powerful concept: No two trips are the same; each experience should be personal, meaningful, and backed by superb service. Travel is not just about the places you visit, but the connections you make along the way.
Special Feature – Daily Guest Participants
Throughout the journey, you’ll be joined each day by inspiring Israeli changemakers—activists, educators, artists, and community leaders—who will deepen our experience through personal stories and local insights. Their presence is designed to bring contemporary Israel to life in a way that is personal, nuanced, and unforgettable.
Active 
Current Affairs 
Heritage 
Local Specialists 
Street Art 
Special Access
Program Itinerary
DAY 1
DEPARTURE
Sat. Nov 1, 2025
- Depart for Israel.
Overnight: Flight
DAY 2
WELCOME TO ISRAEL (NO BUS)
Sun. Nov 2, 2025
- Check into the hotel.
- 6:30 p.m. Meet your J² Expert Educator and trip leaders in lobby of the hotel.
- Welcome dinner at Goshen Restaurant and dialogue with Haviv Rettig Gur, senior analyst at The Times of Israel. Since 2005, he has covered Israeli politics, foreign and regional policies, and the complex relationship with the Jewish Diaspora.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3
FROM THE STREETS TO THE SOUL: ENGAGING WITH MODERN ISRAEL
Mon. Nov 3, 2025
- A Conversation of Courage and Healing: Meet an IDF veteran who was wounded in service and learn about Belev Echad's mission to support veterans readjusting to civilian life.
- Hands-on Volunteer Work with Molet: Support communities rebuilding in southern Israel by participating in hands-on woodworking and upcycling projects with Molet, an organization that transforms reclaimed materials into functional furniture and community spaces. Contribute to meaningful rebuilding efforts while engaging with local residents and learning about their resilience.
- Tel Aviv is an international graffiti and street art hub. Explore the back alleys and streets of Southern Tel Aviv with your expert educator. How does art reflect the issues Israel is facing today?
- Visit the Hostage Forum to meet the families and the activists worried and working to bring all of Israel's hostages home. Hear their stories and ask what can I do to help.
- Bring your support to Hostages Square and express your solidarity with all of Israel and ask what I can do to help. Take part in a Tefilla.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4
REMEMBERING AND REBUILDING: A DAY IN THE GAZA ENVELOPE
Tue. Nov 4, 2025
- Check out and drive to the Gaza Envelope.
- Visit Sderot, a city on Israel’s border with Gaza, to understand its community’s perseverance and strength in the aftermath of October 7.
- Take a guided walk through a southern community devastated by recent attacks. Meet residents who share stories of their lives before, during, and after the tragic events. Gain insight into their journey of recovery and the rebuilding efforts shaping their future.
- Stop at the massacre site and memorial that was the Nova Music Festival site near Re'im. The site has since been turned into a monument to those who were murdered at the festival.
- Reflect at the "Burnt Vehicles Compound", where 1,560 vehicles evacuated from the Gaza Envelope stand as silent witnesses to October 7.
- Devote time to sharing and reflection with your expert educator and tour leader following your experiences and discussions along the Israel-Gaza border.
- Help cook and serve a heartfelt BBQ dinner for IDF soldiers stationed near Gaza, offering nourishment, gratitude, and meaningful conversation with those defending Israel on the front lines.
- Drive to Jerusalem and check into the hotel.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5
ROOTED IN THE LAND, GROUNDED IN VALUES
Wed. Nov 5, 2025
- Meet elderly immigrants at Yad LaKashish (Lifeline for the Elderly), see their beautiful crafts, and prepare boxes of essentials for them to take home.
- Explore the bustling Machane Yehuda market in Jerusalem, where you'll find an array of fresh produce, spices, and artisanal crafts. Experience the vibrant atmosphere as you interact with local vendors and immerse yourself in the rich cultural tapestry of the city.
- Engage in a dynamic text study with Rabbi Leon Morris, President of Pardes, exploring Jewish sources that illuminate the ethical challenges and moral questions shaping Israeli society today.
- Where Do We Go From Here? Gather in the Old City at Ezrat Yisrael, the egalitarian section of the Kotel, to reflect on our shared journey and consider the path forward - for ourselves, our communities, and Israel.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6
LOOKING AHEAD: HONORING THE FALLEN, EMBRACING THE FUTURE
Thu. Nov 6, 2025
- Check out.
- Mount Herzl is Israel's central military cemetery and hosts the graves of the leaders of the nation. Over the last several months, the recently fallen have joined this sacred place. Visit Mount Herzl and contend with the human price paid by Israeli families and the country in the Israel-Hamas War. Join the daily morning kaddish dedicated to the memories of our fallen soldiers.
- Dialogue with a Bereaved Family Member: Engage in a deeply moving conversation with Effie Shoham, the bereaved father of Yuval, who was lost during Israel’s recent war. Hear firsthand about their family’s journey through grief and loss, and learn how they have found the strength to move forward despite unimaginable pain.
- Spend about an hour baking challah or babka with Nissimi, a chef, ordained rabbi, educator, and speaker. A reservist who notifies families of lost loved ones, Nissimi shares his personal story and Israel’s broader narrative, connecting baking with healing. He demonstrates how sharing food and love can bring comfort in times of loss. The freshly baked goods will be given to IDF soldiers spending Shabbat on base, making this experience both meaningful and impactful.
- Private farewell dinner at Piccolino Restaurant, followed by a group transfer to Ben Gurion Airport.
Overnight: Flight
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7
RETURN – CARRYING THE STORIES FORWARD
Fri. Nov 7, 2025
- Arrive back in the U.S., carrying the memories and lessons of resilience, hope, and unity.
RATES & LODGING
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participants
20+
Cost p/p in double room
$1,370
Cost p/p in single room
$2,075
Tel Aviv: Royal Beach
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Bellavista
- Hotel Website
Jerusalem: Orient
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Orient
- Hotel Website
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What to expect
- 4 nights' accommodations.
- 5 days of touring with a J² Expert Educator (guide), 4 days of touring in a luxury, climate controlled bus.
- Daily breakfast & 3 dinners.
- The J² adventures App available on the App Store & on Google Play (active 30 days before your departure and throughout your trip).
- Water on the bus.
- Porterage at the hotels.
- All site entrance fees & program fees as per your final program.
- Credit card fees.
- Flights to & from Israel.
- Late check out on the day of departure.
- Arrival transfer & assistance at the airport.
- Airport assistance upon departure.
- COVID related expenses, including tests.
- Evening transportation when dinner is not included.
- Amendments to the program: In the event that any sites, programs or meals etc. are added to the program, an additional fee may be required.
- Personal extras: Items of personal nature such as laundry, wines, mineral water, beverages, coffee, tea, food other than the table d’hotel menu, passport and visa fees, insurance, and foreign port taxes, unless otherwise specified.
- Gratuities: Recommend guidelines for tipping are provided in the terms section.
- US and foreign airport taxes, Q fuel surcharge and border taxes when applicable.
- Value Added Tax is currently not applicable to tourists visiting Israel. Should the law change, you will be notified accordingly, and VAT will be added to your final invoice.
- Peace of Mind Travel Protection Program (POM).
- Please review our terms & conditions (T&C’s) or request that we send you our full T&C’s. Until you do that, here is the small print, and other stuff you may want to know:
- Validity | All prices quoted are based on exchange rates as of the proposal date and are subject to change without notice. Rates are per person and are based on shared twin room occupancy.
- How to Make a Reservation | The quickest way to make a reservation is to register online or contact us by email. We accept VISA, MasterCard, and American Express credit cards. A non-refundable deposit of $500 is required in order to complete the registration process.
- For any assistance with this registration process or other trip-related queries, please email Customer Care: [email protected].
- Payments | The balance of your payment is due 90 days before your trip begins, or as specified in your invoice. You will receive an email reminder 2 weeks before this date. Various payment options are available as follows:
- Credit card | We accept Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Please check with your credit card provider regarding international processing fees. We are unable to process payments of over $1,000 over the phone. Please submit payment online via a credit card or by wiring funds via your bank.
- Domestic bank wire transfer | Payment should be wired in the same currency that is listed on your invoice. Please add the name of your group or invoice number as a reference and forward a copy of the transfer receipt by email. The bank transfer should clearly state the beneficiary’s name on the wire transfer.
- J² Adventures reserves the right to automatically cancel your reservation on that date and it may be subject to reconfirmation should the final payment not be received.
- Cancelation Policy | All cancelations need to be made in writing. The cancelation fee depends on the date when we receive written notification of your request to cancel your booking. Please note that the deposit is non-refundable.
- Cancelation fees | Cancelations made 90 or more days prior to departure incur the loss of the deposit. Cancelations made 89 to 46 days prior to departure incur the loss of 50% of the full trip cost. Cancelations made 45 days or less prior to the departure incur the loss of 100% of the full trip cost.
- Cancelation fees may also include: Hotel or supplier cancelation fees. J² Adventures reserves the right to adjust its terms of payment, including cancelation policies and initial deposits.
- Protect yourself from fraud by being cautious and vigilant when it comes to online theft. It is crucial to note that J² adventures will never send an email requesting you to transfer funds to a new account or to redirect a payment. We will never alter our account number or issue additional payment requests without first personally speaking to you and properly identifying ourselves. If you feel uncertain about any communication (scammers often impersonate legitimate companies via e-mail or by calling), halt and contact us directly through our toll-free number listed on our website to discuss any necessary payments. Refrain from responding to suspicious emails or clicking on links or attachments unless you are completely certain of their legitimacy. By following these guidelines and staying vigilant, you can significantly reduce your risk of becoming a victim of fraud.
- Protect your investment for $495 p/p: Should you cancel your trip up to 5 days before your departure for any reason, our POM program offers you a trip refund. Call 888-230-6008 or e-mail: [email protected].
- Please click here to view our full terms (T&C's). These T&C's apply to all reservations created within J2 Adventures.
DISCOVER NEW WORLDS.
JOURNEYS.
A family vacation to Israel. An adventure of a lifetime traveling with friends to Morocco. A trip to Poland or Portugal with your community. What do these trips have in common? No matter where you go, you will come back with a fresh perspective and appreciation of the place you visited as well as a heightened awareness of your identity as part of the global Jewish community.
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