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.
Early Bird Special!
Register and pay your $675 per person deposit until April 30, 2026, and save $100 per person on the total cost of the trip! After April 30, 2026, standard pricing will apply.
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Local Specialists 
Home Hospitality 
UNESCO Heritage Sites - Expert Scholar
Program Itinerary
DAY 1
WELCOME TO ISRAEL: ARRIVAL & FIRST IMPRESSIONS
Wed. Mar 3, 2027
- Arrive at Ben-Gurion International Airport, where you will be warmly greeted by our representative and assisted with all arrival formalities.
- Meet your J² Expert Educator, who will accompany your community throughout this meaningful journey - guiding you through experiences of discovery, learning, and inspiration.
- Travel to Jerusalem and settle into your hotel. Take time to refresh and adjust after your flight.
- This evening, gather for a private welcome dinner at a local restaurant, featuring a guided dialogue with a leading Israeli journalist. Together, you will gain an opening window into contemporary Israeli society, politics, and the role of media in shaping today’s realities.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Dinner
DAY 2
JERUSALEM THROUGH TIME: TEXT, ARCHAEOLOGY & THE OLD CITY
Thu. Mar 4, 2027
- Begin the day with an immersive study session at the Pardes Institute of Jewish Studies, engaging with Jewish texts and ideas in a vibrant, pluralistic setting.
- Visit the remarkable Israel National Library, offering insight into centuries of Jewish creativity and cultural life through one of the world’s most significant collections of Jewish and Israel-related materials.
- Enter the Old City and explore the Jewish Quarter, where narrow alleyways and sacred spaces reveal the enduring heartbeat of Jewish history, resilience, and renewal. Highlights will include:
- Jerusalem Archaeological Park – Visit the Davidson Center and Robinson’s Arch, uncovering the layers of Jewish life that once flourished at the foot of the Temple Mount.
- The Cardo – Walk along the grand main street of Roman and Byzantine Jerusalem, imagining the city’s vibrant past.
- King Hezekiah’s Broad Wall – Stand before this remarkable 2,700-year-old structure, a powerful symbol of endurance and protection.
- Hurva Square – Gather in the lively center of Jewish life in the Old City, where spirituality and community intersect.
- Continue through the bustling Old City Shuk, alive with aromas, colors, and voices. Enjoy time to explore and have lunch on your own.
- No visit to Israel is complete without time at the Kotel (Western Wall), Judaism’s holiest site. Experience its atmosphere, reflect on its significance, and witness the living tradition of prayers placed between its stones.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 3
MEMORY, MARKET & SHABBAT SPIRIT IN JERUSALEM
Fri. Mar 5, 2027
- Explore the Mahane Yehuda Market, where the energy of Jerusalem comes alive through its colors, aromas, and flavors. Enjoy time to explore at your own pace.
- Visit Yad Vashem, Israel’s national Holocaust memorial and museum. Explore newly opened galleries that deepen reflection on memory, loss, resilience, and moral responsibility.
- As the sun begins to set, welcome Shabbat with Kabbalat Shabbat services at a local egalitarian community, embracing pluralism and shared Jewish expression.
- Celebrate together with a festive Shabbat dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 4
DESERT LEGACY: MASADA, EIN GEDI & THE DEAD SEA
Sat. Mar 6, 2027
- Travel into the dramatic landscape of the Dead Sea Basin, the lowest point on earth.
- Ascend Masada by cable car and explore the mountaintop fortress where Jewish rebels made their final stand against Roman forces in 74 CE. Engage with the enduring questions of history, myth, courage, and meaning.
- Later, hike through Nahal David in the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve, encountering desert beauty, flowing springs, and the refuge landscapes of ancient times.
- Continue to the shores of the Dead Sea, where you can float effortlessly in its mineral-rich waters—an unforgettable and rejuvenating experience.
- Return to Jerusalem and mark the close of Shabbat with a communal Havdalah ceremony, overlooking the glowing skyline of the Old City.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5
JERUSALEM AT THE CROSSROADS: POLITICS, PLURALISM & SHARED REALITIES
Sun. Mar 7, 2027
- Meet with Professor Reuven Hazan of Hebrew University for an introduction to Israel’s evolving political system and the challenges shaping Israeli democracy today.
- Visit the Educational Bookshop, owned by the Muna family, and hear firsthand about daily life and lived experience in East Jerusalem.
- Through guided site visits and conversation, examine the geopolitics of Jerusalem, grappling with competing narratives and the realities of shared space.
- Later, engage in a powerful encounter with Shorashim (Roots), meeting with Ali Abu Awwad and Rabbi Hanan Schlesinger / Rabbi Shaul Judelman - leaders working to build trust and partnership between West Bank Palestinians and their Jewish neighbors.
- Return to the hotel for reflection and processing time.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6
VALUES IN ACTION: VOLUNTEERING, COEXISTENCE & COMMUNITY ENCOUNTERS
Mon. Mar 8, 2027
- Check out of the hotel.
- Begin with hands-on volunteering at Leket Israel in Ra’anana, sorting and rescuing fresh produce for distribution to families in need - connecting Jewish values with meaningful action.
- Explore the ancient port city of Caesarea, uncovering layers of Roman, Byzantine, and Jewish history along Israel’s Mediterranean coast.
- Continue to Jisr az-Zarqa, following the footsteps of the film "A Place of Her Own", and engage in conversation about Arab minority communities and their relationships with neighboring Jewish towns.
- This evening, enjoy a home hospitality dinner with a Druze family, experiencing Druze culture, traditions, and extraordinary hospitality through personal connection and open dialogue.
- Drive to your Kibbutz Hotel and check in.
Overnight: Kibbutz Hotel, Sea of Galilee
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7
FROM SPIRITUAL ROOTS TO COASTAL VIBRANCY: GALILEE, TZFAT & TEL AVIV
Tue. Mar 9, 2027
- Check out.
- Morning boat ride on the Sea of Galilee, a serene experience on Israel’s largest freshwater lake, offering quiet time for reflection while taking in sweeping views of the surrounding hills, historic shoreline, and landscapes that have inspired centuries of spiritual and cultural tradition.
- Visit the city of Tzfat (Safed), one of Judaism’s four holy cities, including touring its historic synagogues and strolling through the Artists’ Quarter with time to explore local art galleries.
- Drive to Tel Aviv, traveling from the Galilee to Israel’s vibrant coastal metropolis.
- Stop at the Jaffa Overlook, taking in panoramic views of Tel Aviv’s skyline and the Mediterranean Sea.
- Guided walking tour of Old Jaffa, exploring its ancient port, winding alleyways, and layered history.
- Evening at leisure in Tel Aviv, allowing time to relax after the day’s travel or head out to discover the city’s energy, dining scene, and seaside atmosphere.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8
SERVICE, SACRIFICE & RESILIENCE: SOLDIERS, BORDER COMMUNITIES & MEMORY
Wed. Mar 10, 2027
- Travel south to the Sha’ar HaNegev region, along Israel’s Gaza border.
- Meet members of local communities who remain committed to building meaningful life amid ongoing security challenges, hearing stories of resilience, grief, and determination.
- Stop at the Black Arrow Monument, a site of early military history, and discuss how national memory is shaped through war, loss, and legacy.
- Visit the Nova Music Festival site, now transformed into sacred ground of mourning and remembrance. Reflect on how private tragedy becomes collective ritual in Israel’s evolving story.
- Engage in dialogue with Rabbi Avi Dabush of Rabbis for Human Rights, exploring themes of moral courage, dignity, and hope in times of crisis.
- Before returning to Tel Aviv, gather for a guided reflection session to process the emotions and insights of this powerful day.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9
TEL AVIV: VISIONS, VOICES & FAREWELL
Thu. Mar 11, 2027
- Check out of the hotel and begin your final day immersed in the cultural energy of Tel Aviv.
- Visit BINA, a secular yeshiva and educational institute fostering new forms of Jewish identity, leadership, and social engagement.
- Walk through the vibrant streets of Florentine, where murals and graffiti capture the city’s spirit and responses to recent events.
- Savor the flavors of Levinsky Market, tasting foods and spices that reflect Israel’s diverse communities and migration stories.
- Discover the ANU Museum of the Jewish People, celebrating the richness and diversity of Jewish life across time and geography.
- Come together for a festive farewell dinner, reflecting on shared experiences, deep conversations, and the community formed along the way.
- Late evening group transfer to Ben-Gurion Airport for your overnight flight home.
Overnight: Flight
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
RATES & LODGING
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participants
20+
Cost p/p in double room
$4,595
Cost p/p in single room
$5,960
Register and pay your $675 per person deposit until April 30, 2026, and save $100 per person on the total cost of the trip! After April 30, 2026, standard pricing will apply. Registration open
Jerusalem: Dan Panorama
- Nights: 5
- Room Category: Jerusalem
- Hotel Website
Sea of Galilee: Nof Ginosar Hotel
- Nights: 1
- Room Category: Deluxe
- Hotel Website
Tel Aviv: Dan Panorama
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Tel Aviv
- Hotel Website
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VOYAGER PLUS
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- Guaranteed room category upgrade.
- A seamless, fully curated experience, as outlined below.
- Private airport arrival transfer.
- A signature J² gift awaiting you in your room.
- Priority dedicated Customer Care.
- A personal travel advisor for every detail, pre- and post-trip.
- $200 credit per person for a future journey, separate from this experience.
VOYAGER PREMIERE
- Guaranteed double category upgrade.
- A seamless, fully curated experience, as outlined below.
- Private round-trip airport transfers.
- A signature J² gift awaiting you in your room.
- Priority dedicated Customer Care.
- A personal travel advisor for every detail, pre- and post-trip.
- Exclusive access to sought-after dining, ticketed events, and premier performances.
- 10% preferred savings on additional hotel nights, excursions and transportation.
- $400 credit per person for a future journey, separate from this experience.
What to expect
- 8 nights' accommodations.
- 9 days of touring with a J² Expert Educator (guide), in a luxury, climate controlled bus.
- Daily breakfast, 1 lunch & 4 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.
- Late check out on the day of 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).
- 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.
- 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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