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.
Nature Walks 
Current Affairs 
Heritage 
Archaeology 
Jeep Tour 
Food & Wine 
UNESCO Heritage Sites 
Home Hospitality 
Cooking Workshop
THE EXPERT
Program Itinerary
DAY 1
ON OUR WAY
Mon. Jun 29, 2026
- Depart Canada and begin a meaningful journey to Israel, one rooted in connection, service, learning, and solidarity.
Overnight: Flight
DAY 2
WELCOME TO ISRAEL
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
- Arrive at Ben-Gurion International Airport and meet your J² Expert Educator, who will accompany you throughout this immersive and purpose-driven journey.
- Begin your exploration with a visit to the ancient Roman Aqueduct on the pristine Mediterranean beaches of Caesarea, offering a powerful introduction to Israel’s layered history and enduring presence.
- Engage in a meaningful conversation with Mai Levy, a former Holy Blossom Temple Shinshinit from Caesarea, as she shares her personal journey and reflections from serving as an IDF officer throughout the recent war.
- Continue north for a short walk at the Arbel Cliffs, taking in sweeping views of the Galilee landscape and its dramatic natural beauty.
- Settle in at your hotel and come together for a warm welcome dinner to mark the beginning of your time in Israel.
Overnight: Upper Galilee
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3
THE PEOPLE OF THE NORTH
Wed. Jul 1, 2026
- Meet Lt. Col. (Res.) Eyal Dror on the Golan Heights for a strategic briefing overlooking Quneitra, learning about Israel’s northern security challenges and the humanitarian efforts of Operation Good Neighbor during the Syrian civil war.
- Stand atop Mount Bental and gaze into Syria while gaining critical geopolitical insight into Israel’s complex security reality.
- Engage in conversation in Kiryat Shmona with Mayor Avichai Stern and Rabbi Orit Rosenblatt, from the reform congregation of Poteach Shearim, who will share how local leadership supports a community shaped by displacement, resilience, and rebuilding.
- Enjoy lunch on your own and support a local falafel restaurant in Kiryat Shmoneh, owned by the father our current Shinshinit Lianne and hearing firsthand his inspiring story of resilience and pride after keeping his restaurant open during wartime evacuation.
- Travel to Manara to meet Ora Weinberg, who will speak candidly about life under prolonged Hezbollah fire and the difficult questions facing Israel’s border communities.
- Spend the evening together with IDF reserve officers and soldiers getting a sense of their experiences as well as an opportunity to thank them for their vital service.
- Gather for dinner at a local restaurant in northern Israel, enjoying an authentic regional dining experience while reflecting together on the day’s meaningful encounters and shared moments.
Overnight: Upper Galilee
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 4
TIME FOR HEALING
Thu. Jul 2, 2026
- Dedicate half the day to volunteering with the Israel Nature and Parks Authority, assisting in the preservation of significant archaeological sites such as Tel Hazor or Korazim National Park, blending service with history and stewardship of the land.
- Experience an adventurous jeep tour through the Golan Heights, exploring rugged terrain, volcanic landscapes, and strategic viewpoints, with stops including Metula and the Canada Centre.
- Visit Galil Mountain Winery on Kibbutz Yiron near the Lebanese border for a tasting and conversation about resilience, agriculture, and life on Israel’s northern frontier.
- Conclude the day with heartfelt home hospitality at Baba Yona Ranch, where Chef Gadi Elias and his family host a shared meal and recount how he has supported Israel by feeding soldiers in the north since October 8, 2023.
Overnight: Upper Galilee
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5
WHERE LAND AND PEOPLE MEET
Fri. Jul 3, 2026
- Check out of the hotel and begin the day with an early morning visit to the Hula Nature Reserve, home to thousands of migrating birds including storks, cranes, pelicans, and flamingos.
- Explore Sindyanna of Galilee, a nonprofit empowering Arab women through fair-trade olive oil production, sampling award-winning products and learning about economic coexistence.
- Sit down with Rabbi Hadas Ron Zariz, founding member and co-director of HaMidrasha, for a thoughtful conversation on spiritual leadership and building a shared society.
- Take in breathtaking views from the Bahá’í Gardens, a UNESCO World Heritage site whose graceful terraces and spiritual harmony offer sweeping views of Haifa and the Mediterranean.
- Arrive at your hotel and take time to freshen up and prepare for Shabbat.
- Welcome Shabbat with Kabbalat Shabbat services at Or Hadash Reform Congregation, followed by a communal Shabbat dinner with local congregants filled with dialogue and connection.
Overnight: Haifa
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 6
SHABBAT IN HAIFA & MT. CARMEL
Sat. Jul 4, 2026
- Embrace Shabbat with a hike in the serene trails of Nesher Park on Mount Carmel, overlooking Haifa, as you pause for moments of reflection and a meaningful Shacharit service surrounded by sweeping views and natural beauty.
- Visit a village on Mount Carmel to gain insight into the Druze community, learning about their traditions, values, and distinctive partnership with the State of Israel through conversation and local perspective.
- Experience warm home hospitality with an Israeli Arab family, sharing tea and open conversation before taking part in a GalilEat cooking workshop, enjoying a traditional meal, and learning the art of making knafeh together.
- Return to Haifa and mark the close of Shabbat with a moving Havdalah ceremony alongside former Holy Blossom Temple Shinshinim, celebrating shared connection, gratitude, and the transition back into the rhythm of the week.
- Enjoy an evening at your leisure in Haifa, with time to savor dinner on your own and explore the city’s lively streets, waterfront, and cafés as the city comes alive after dark.
Overnight: Haifa
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 7
BETWEEN COMPASSION AND CRUSADERS
Sun. Jul 5, 2026
- Volunteer for half the day with Yahel, a nonprofit rooted in service learning, supporting community-led initiatives that empower marginalized populations through dignity and partnership.
- Walk along the sea grottoes of the Rosh HaNikra cliffs, discussing the geology, geography, and geopolitics that make this dramatic site internationally renowned.
- Discover the historic city of Akko (Acre) on a guided tour, including the restored Crusader Fortress, the Ramchal Synagogue founded by Rabbi Moses Chaim Luzzatto, and the El-Jazzar Mosque, one of Israel’s most significant mosques.
- Share dinner at the iconic Uri Buri restaurant in Akko, meeting chef and owner Uri Yirmias as he speaks about the city’s complexities and his culinary philosophy rooted in coexistence and shared society.
- Return to Haifa.
Overnight: Haifa
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8
ROOTS AND WINGS
Mon. Jul 6, 2026
- Visit the Yad B’Yad (Hand in Hand) bilingual school, where Jewish and Arab students learn together in Hebrew and Arabic, offering a hopeful model of shared society and mutual understanding.
- Wander through the vibrant Wadi Nisnas neighborhood, encountering its rich cultural fabric shaped by generations of Jewish and Arab residents, with colorful markets, art, and everyday life reflecting coexistence in action.
- Lend a helping hand and take part in a meaningful volunteer experience that supports local communities, offering hands-on service that brings the Jewish value of tikkun olam to life through compassion, responsibility, and shared purpose.
- Celebrate your journey with a farewell dinner and reflection session, exchanging blessings and considering how to carry its insights and spirit home.
Overnight: Haifa
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 9
HOME AGAIN
Tue. Jul 7, 2026
- Check out your hotel and transfer to Ben-Gurion International Airport for your flight back to Toronto.
- Return home carrying the relationships, reflections, and renewed sense of purpose forged through this journey of hope, service, and solidarity.
RATES & LODGING
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.
participants
20+
Cost p/p in double room
$3,830
Cost p/p in single room
$4,580
All rates are in US dollars. Registration open
Upper Galilee: Kfar Giladi hotel
- Nights: 3
- Room Category: Basalt
- Hotel Website
Haifa: The Colony Hotel
- Nights: 4
- Room Category: Standard
- Hotel Website
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What to expect
- 7 nights' accommodations.
- 7 days of touring with a J² Expert Educator (guide), in a luxury, climate controlled bus.
- Daily breakfast, 1 lunch & 6 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.
- This journey includes walking tours, cultural site visits, and hotel stays that may involve uneven terrain, stairs, and longer distances on foot. While we do our best to accommodate a range of mobility levels, a moderate level of physical fitness is recommended to fully enjoy the experience. For more information, please see the “Travelers with Physical Limitations” section in our full Terms & Conditions.
- Credit card fees.
- Flights to & from Israel.
- COVID related expenses, including tests.
- Late check out on the day of departure.
- Assistance at the airport upon departure.
- 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.
- This journey includes walking tours, cultural site visits, and hotel stays that may involve uneven terrain, stairs, and longer distances on foot. While we do our best to accommodate a range of mobility levels, a moderate level of physical fitness is recommended to fully enjoy the experience. For more information, please see the “Travelers with Physical Limitations” section in our full Terms & Conditions.
- 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 $675 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.
- 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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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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