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- A seamless, fully curated experience, as outlined below.
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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.
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THE EXPERT
Program Itinerary
DAY 1
ON OUR WAY
Sun. Dec 7, 2025
- Depart the US.
Overnight: Flight
DAY 2
INTRODUCTION TO BUENOS AIRES
Mon. Dec 8, 2025
- 8:00 a.m. Arrive at Buenos Aires International Airport on American Airlines Flight #997.
- Orientation with your J² Expert Educator & local guide.
- Take time to enjoy lunch on your own at the San Telmo Market while experiencing the rich sights, aromas, and flavors of Buenos Aires’ historic San Telmo neighborhood.
- Enjoy a guided tour of Buenos Aires, including:
- Avenida de Mayo that runs into the Plaza De Mayo, which is surrounded by the Casa Rosada (Government House).
- The Metropolitan Cathedral and the Cabildo (first City Hall, built during Spanish rule).
- The Congress Building, located at the other end of Avenida de Mayo.
- Visit the workshop of Mirta Kupferminc, a renowned multidisciplinary Argentine artist whose work explores identity, memory, migration, and Jewish culture through more than 100 solo exhibitions and numerous international biennials. In her studio, she has created landmark works such as the AMIA memorial and leads influential initiatives.
- 4:00 p.m. Return to the hotel.
- Check into the hotel.
- 8:30 p.m. Welcome dinner at Piegiri restaurant.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3
JEWISH LIFE IN BUENOS AIRES
Tue. Dec 9, 2025
- 8:30 a.m. Depart the hotel.
- Explore the “Once District,” a neighborhood that houses the majority of Jewish institutions in Buenos Aires, including the Hebraica JCC, numerous synagogues, Jewish theaters, Jewish schools, and rabbinical seminaries.
- Stop at the site of the terrorist bombing at the AMIA in 1994, see the new building, as well as the memorial dedicated to the 89 victims.
- Immerse in a cultural experience at the Instituto Judío de Investigaciones (IWO), Argentina’s leading institution dedicated to preserving and promoting Jewish history, culture, and heritage.
- Visit the Holocaust Museum in Buenos Aires, delving into how the history of the Holocaust reverberated through Argentina.
- Tikkun Olam: Meet with a representative of the Tzedaka Foundation to learn about their impactful work. Established to support Argentina's development, the foundation has brought meaningful improvements to the lives of thousands of vulnerable and at-risk Argentinians.
- 4:30 p.m. Return to the hotel.
- Evening at leisure and dinner on own.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4
NATURAL WONDERS: THE MAGIC OF IGUAZU
Wed. Dec 10, 2025
- 5:30 a.m. Early morning transfer to the airport for your flight to Puerto Iguazu.
- 8:10 a.m. Depart Buenos Aires local airport.
- 10:05 a.m. Arrive in Iguazu, home to one of the world’s most breathtaking waterfalls.
- Witness the unique convergence of three countries at the "Triple Frontier," where Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay meet.
- Visit La Aripuca, a fascinating cultural and ecological center designed to preserve and showcase the traditions of the indigenous Guarani people while promoting environmental sustainability. Built from massive reclaimed tree trunks, this striking structure serves as both a symbol of conservation and a tribute to Argentina’s rich natural heritage.
- Lunch at a Aqva.
- Check into the hotel.
- Relax and enjoy the hotel’s amenities, followed by a casual dinner on your own.
Overnight: Iguazu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 5
ADVENTURE & AWE: IGUAZU FALLS UP-CLOSE
Thu. Dec 11, 2025
- 8:00 a.m. Depart the hotel.
- Board a gas-propelled train to the Upper Falls Circuit and walk along the Devil’s Throat, the most dramatic section of Iguazu Falls.
- Explore the Iguazu River Canyon via the upper and lower circuits, where waterfalls, lush jungle, and exotic wildlife create a breathtaking scene.
- Lunch on own.
- Jungle Safari Adventure: Ride an all-terrain truck through the subtropical forest and embark on a thrilling boat ride under Iguazu Falls for a once-in-a-lifetime adrenaline rush.
- Return to the hotel for relaxation.
Overnight: Iguazu
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6
COMING TOGETHER
Fri. Dec 12, 2025
- 7:00 p.m. Check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport for your flight back to Buenos Aires.
- 9:15 a.m. Depart Iguazu.
- 11:15 a.m. Arrive in Buenos Aires.
- Quick stop at the memorial park dedicated to honoring the victims of state terrorism, commemorating those who were unlawfully detained, disappeared, and killed by the state between 1969 and 1983.
- Enjoy Lunch on own at "Costanera Norte".
- Enjoy a special visit to MALBA, the Latin American Art Museum of Buenos Aires, which houses the works of many well-known Latin American artists.
- Argentina is the birthplace of the tango. Led by a professional tango dancer, you will learn to tango like a local while hearing about the history of the dance and the role it plays in everyday life.
- Check into the hotel to get ready for Shabbat.
- 6:15 p.m. Depart the hotel.
- Kabbalat Shabbat at Amijai Synagogue, followed by a communal dinner with local congregants.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7
ART, HISTORY & THE SOUL OF BUENOS AIRES
Sat. Dec 13, 2025
- Morning at leisure.
- 12:30 p.m. Shabbat lunch at the hotel.
- Walking tour of Recoleta, one of Buenos Aires' most elegant neighborhoods, home to designer boutiques and the famous Recoleta Cemetery, where Eva Perón is buried.
- Pay tribute at the Israeli Embassy Memorial, honoring the victims of the 1992 bombing.
- Mark the end of Shabbat with a special havdalah ceremony.
- Evening at leisure for time to explore Palermo Soho on own.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 8
A DAY IN TIGRE: NATURE & COMMUNITY
Sun. Dec 14, 2025
- 8:00 a.m. Depart for a day-trip to Tigre, a popular weekend gateway on the outskirts of the city, very popular amongst the Jewish community of Buenos Aires. The Tigre Delta is one of the most attractive areas for visitors due to its rivers, streams, and numerous green islands.
- Take a cruise along the channels of the Parana-Delta to enjoy the lush scenery.
- Lunch at the Jewish Club Hacoaj for an opportunity to learn more about Argentinian Jewry – past, present, and future – and meet with members of the community.
- 5:00 pm.m. Return to the hotel.
- 7:30 p.m. Depart the hotel.
- The Argentine Experience is a unique dining experience. You will learn about Argentine culture, taste fantastic local dishes, and drink exceptional wine.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch & dinner
DAY 9
UNTIL WE MEET AGAIN
Mon. Dec 15, 2025
- Check out of the hotel.
- 9:00 a.m. Depart the hotel.
- Explore El Ateneo Grand Splendid, one of the most beautiful bookshops in the world.
- Stop at the Puerto Madero area, one of the largest projects ever undertaken in Buenos Aires. The former docks of the port have been converted into luminous offices, lofts, and commercial sites. Take a navigation Puerto Madero to la Boca aboard a boat in order to get a different view of the city.
- Tour the colorful La Boca neighborhood. Stroll along "Caminito" and admire the streets filled with souvenir shops and tango dancers.
- Visit the Jewish Museum at Libertad Synagogue, located within Buenos Aires' Grand Synagogue, to discover the rich history and cultural significance of Argentine Jewry through exhibits showcasing artifacts and photographs.
- 2:30 p.m. Late Farewell lunch at Fuego Lento Kosher restaurant.
- Group transfer to the airport for your return flight to the U.S. on American Airlines flight #996 departing at 10:25 p.m.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
RATES & LODGING
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participants
12+
Cost p/p in double room
$6,449
Cost p/p in single room
$7,429
Buenos Aires: Sofitel Recoleta
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Superior Room
- Hotel Website
Iguazú: Loi Suites Iguazú Hotel
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Studio Junior Room
- Hotel Website
Buenos Aires: Sofitel Recoleta
- Nights: 3
- Room Category: Superior Room
- Hotel Website
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What to expect
- 7 nights' accommodations.
- 8 days of touring with a J² Expert Educator and local guides, in a luxury, air-conditioned bus.
- Daily breakfast, 4 lunches & 3 dinners.
- Round trip flights from Buenos Aires to Iguazu.
- 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 Argentina.
- Individual airport transfers.
- COVID related expenses, including tests.
- Gratuities are excluded. For groups of 20 and more participants traveling to Argentina: We recommend the following guidelines for tipping (amounts are in US dollars): Jewish Tour Educator: $12 | Local Guide: $5 | Main Driver: $2 Amounts are per day per person.
- 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.
- US and foreign airport taxes, Q fuel surcharge and border taxes when applicable.
- 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 $1000 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 120 days before your trip begins. 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 120 or more days prior to departure incur the loss of the deposit. Cancelations made 119 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. Please refer to the small print tab on your trip’s webpage or in your proposal for your cancelation policy and fees.
- 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.
- Please click here to view our full terms (T&C's). These T&C's apply to all reservations created within J2 Adventures.
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