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
Join your KI clergy for a once-in-a-lifetime mission to Israel. Over 10 unforgettable days, this multigenerational journey will bring our congregation together, traveling, learning, and praying side by side as we explore the Holy Land and deepen the connections that make us a community. There is something truly powerful about experiencing Israel not alone, but as a KI community, sharing prayers at ancient sites, stories over shared meals, and moments of awe that will stay with us long after we return home. We’ll take in Israel’s history, culture, and cuisine as we travel from bustling Tel Aviv through the breathtaking north, before ending our journey in the sacred and inspiring city of Jerusalem. Am Israel Chai!
Extend your journey to the breathtaking Negev Desert!
Once you have registered for the main trip, you will also have the opportunity to join our special Beresheet extension, featuring time to relax at the spectacular Beresheet Hotel, enjoy the beauty of Mitzpe Ramon, and experience an unforgettable night-sky observation overlooking the Makhtesh.
Click here to view the full extension details and reserve your spot.
Art & Culture 
Dead Sea 
Family Friendly 
Food & Wine 
Nature Walks 
Rafting & Kayaking 
Ride a camel 
Street Art 
UNESCO Heritage Sites 
Urban Graffiti Tour 
Volunteering
Program Itinerary
DAY 1
WELCOME HOME: BEGINNING OUR ISRAEL STORY TOGETHER
Thu. Jun 17, 2027
- Arrive at Ben Gurion Airport and begin your congregational journey through the Jewish homeland.
- Travel to Tel Aviv, Israel's vibrant cultural and economic center, where innovation, creativity, and Mediterranean energy define daily life.
- Gather at the Jaffa Overlook for your first breathtaking view of Israel's coastline and an opening community moment overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.
- Enjoy a festive welcome dinner as old friends reconnect, new friendships begin, and the adventure ahead starts to take shape. Participate in an orientation session introducing the themes, experiences, and encounters that will bring Israel's story to life throughout the journey.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Dinner
DAY 2
THE DREAM OF A JEWISH STATE: TEL AVIV AND THE ZIONIST STORY
Fri. Jun 18, 2027
- Descend into the hidden underground chambers of the Ayalon Institute, where young Jewish pioneers secretly manufactured ammunition beneath a working kibbutz during the struggle for independence.
- Walk along Tel Aviv's Independence Trail and trace the extraordinary events that culminated in the birth of the modern State of Israel.
- Explore Nachalat Binyamin's lively pedestrian boulevard filled with local artists, craftspeople, and Tel Aviv's creative spirit.
- Experience the sights, sounds, and aromas of Carmel Market, one of Israel's most beloved gathering places and culinary destinations.
- Return to the hotel to relax and enjoy free time by the pool or take a refreshing swim in the Mediterranean, soaking up Tel Aviv's vibrant beach culture before welcoming Shabbat.
- Welcome Shabbat with a memorable Kabbalat Shabbat service overlooking the Mediterranean Sea as the sun sets over Tel Aviv's beaches.
- Celebrate Shabbat together with a festive congregational dinner filled with song, conversation, and community.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 3
JEWISH PEOPLEHOOD AND ISRAELI CREATIVITY
Sat. Jun 19, 2027
- Enjoy a relaxed Shabbat morning and time at leisure to experience Tel Aviv at your own pace.
- Visit ANU - Museum of the Jewish People and explore the remarkable story of Jewish communities across continents, generations, and cultures.
- Discover Tel Aviv's vibrant urban culture through a fascinating street art and graffiti tour showcasing the city's creativity and social commentary. Learn how public art has become a powerful lens into contemporary Israeli society, identity, and innovation.
- Gather for a meaningful Havdallah ceremony as a community, marking the close of Shabbat and the beginning of a new week together.
- Enjoy an evening at leisure in Tel Aviv, with opportunities to explore the city's beaches, cafés, restaurants, and nightlife.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4
ROLLING UP OUR SLEEVES: GIVING BACK AND JOURNEYING NORTH
Sun. Jun 20, 2027
- Volunteer with Leket Israel, transforming Jewish values into action while helping provide food and support to vulnerable Israelis across the country.
- Explore Caesarea, King Herod's magnificent port city, where Roman ruins, Crusader history, and stunning Mediterranean views bring thousands of years of history to life.
- Wade through the refreshing waters of Park Alona, following an ancient underground water system hidden beneath the hills of northern Israel.
- Journey through Israel's scenic coastal plain and Galilee region as the landscape transforms from Mediterranean shoreline to lush northern valleys.
- Arrive at Kibbutz Kfar Blum and experience the beauty and tranquility of one of Israel's most iconic kibbutz communities.
- Enjoy dinner together at the Pastoral Hotel, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Upper Galilee.
Overnight: Upper Galilee
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5
ADVENTURE AND RESILIENCE ON ISRAEL'S NORTHERN FRONTIER
Mon. Jun 21, 2027
- Hike through Tel Dan Nature Reserve, where rushing streams, biblical history, and ancient archaeology combine to create one of Israel's most beautiful outdoor experiences.
- Raft down the Jordan River, enjoying a fun-filled adventure surrounded by the lush landscapes of northern Israel.
- Ascend Mount Bental for sweeping views into Syria and a powerful conversation about Israel's security challenges and regional realities.
- Adults will enjoy a boutique winery experience, sampling award-winning Galilee wines while learning about Israel's flourishing wine industry.
- Children will visit a local farm for a hands-on agricultural experience showcasing Israeli innovation, sustainability, and life on the land.
- Share a memorable BBQ dinner with IDF soldiers serving on Israel's northern borders and hear firsthand stories of service, resilience, and responsibility.
Overnight: Upper Galilee
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 6
FROM THE NORTHERN BORDER TO JERUSALEM OF GOLD
Tue. Jun 22, 2027
- Visit Kibbutz Misgav Am overlooking Lebanon and meet a local resident who will share personal insights into life on Israel's northern frontier.
- Explore the mystical city of Tzfat, wandering its winding alleyways, historic synagogues, and vibrant artists' quarter. Discover how Tzfat became the birthplace of Kabbalah and one of the most influential centers of Jewish spirituality in the world.
- Travel through the Judean Hills toward Jerusalem, building anticipation for your arrival in Israel's eternal capital.
- Gather at Haas Promenade for your first breathtaking panoramic view of Jerusalem and recite the Shehecheyanu blessing together as a community.
- Check in to your hotel and enjoy time to unwind by the pool, taking in the Jerusalem sunshine before heading out to explore the city or simply relaxing after the day's journey.
- Enjoy an evening at leisure to begin exploring the magic, energy, and spiritual significance of Jerusalem.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7
WALKING THROUGH THE PAGES OF JEWISH HISTORY
Wed. Jun 23, 2027
- Enter the Old City through the iconic Jaffa Gate, following in the footsteps of pilgrims, merchants, conquerors, and dreamers who have passed through these walls for centuries.
- Ascend to the rooftops of the Old City for a breathtaking panoramic perspective of Jerusalem's diverse quarters, sacred sites, and timeless skyline.
- Explore the Jewish Quarter and discover how Jewish life has continuously renewed itself in Jerusalem throughout the generations.
- Visit the Herodian Mansions and step inside the lavish homes of Jerusalem's priestly elite, gaining a vivid glimpse into Jewish life during the Second Temple period.
- Enjoy free time to wander the colorful alleyways of the Old City, shop for local treasures, and savor lunch amid the unique atmosphere of Jerusalem.
- Explore the Jerusalem Archaeological Park, where extraordinary discoveries bring the drama and grandeur of ancient Jerusalem to life.
- Gather at Ezrat Yisrael for a meaningful moment of prayer and reflection overlooking the stones and pathways once traversed by our ancestors.
- Stand before the Western Wall, Judaism's holiest accessible site, and experience one of the most powerful and emotional moments of the journey.
- Make your way through the waters of Hezekiah's Tunnel in the City of David, following the remarkable engineering achievement that helped safeguard Jerusalem nearly 3,000 years ago.
- Enjoy an evening at leisure to experience Jerusalem's vibrant cafés, pedestrian promenades, markets, and unique nighttime atmosphere.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8
DESERT ADVENTURES AND ANCIENT DREAMS
Thu. Jun 24, 2027
- Ascend Masada, the majestic desert fortress overlooking the Dead Sea, and explore the site that has become a powerful symbol of Jewish courage, resilience, and determination. Walk among the remains of King Herod's desert palace while uncovering the dramatic story of the Jewish rebels who made their final stand against the Roman Empire.
- Hike through the lush oasis of Ein Gedi, where waterfalls, desert wildlife, and stunning canyon landscapes create a striking contrast to the surrounding wilderness. Stand in the place where David is said to have sought refuge from King Saul, connecting biblical narratives to the landscape in which they unfolded.
- Float effortlessly in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea at Kalia Beach, one of the world's most unique natural wonders and the lowest place on earth.
- Experience the beauty and serenity of the Judean Desert as dramatic cliffs and endless horizons stretch across the landscape.
- Travel back in time at Genesis Land and gain insight into the world of Abraham and the biblical patriarchs through an immersive desert hospitality experience.
- Ride camels across the desert landscape and experience the ancient modes of transportation that connected travelers throughout the region for centuries.
- Gather for a festive biblical-style dinner beneath the desert sky, celebrating the stories, traditions, and hospitality that have defined this region since biblical times.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 9
MEMORY, RENEWAL, AND THE SPIRIT OF SHABBAT
Fri. Jun 25, 2027
- Visit Yad Vashem, Israel's national memorial to the Holocaust, and engage with the powerful stories of loss, resilience, courage, and Jewish survival. Walk through moving exhibits that honor the memory of the six million while exploring the enduring responsibility to remember and bear witness.
- Spend free time at Machaneh Yehudah Market, Jerusalem's vibrant culinary and cultural hub, where colorful stalls, local flavors, and lively energy showcase the diversity of Israeli society. Enjoy lunch on your own as you explore the market's cafés, bakeries, restaurants, and hidden corners alongside Jerusalem residents preparing for Shabbat.
- Return to the hotel to relax and prepare for Shabbat in Jerusalem.
- Enjoy free time to relax by the hotel pool, reflect on the experiences of the journey, and ease into the peaceful rhythm of Shabbat in Jerusalem.
- Experience an inspiring Kabbalat Shabbat service with Nava Tehila, one of Jerusalem's most innovative and spiritually uplifting Jewish communities. Welcome Shabbat through music, prayer, and community in a uniquely Jerusalem atmosphere that blends ancient tradition with contemporary Jewish expression.
- Gather for a festive congregational Shabbat dinner, celebrating the warmth of community and the privilege of observing Shabbat together in Israel's capital.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 10
JERUSALEM, COMMUNITY, AND FAREWELL
Sat. Jun 26, 2027
- Enjoy a leisurely Shabbat morning, offering time for relaxation, reflection, and personal exploration in Jerusalem.
- Stroll through Yemin Moshe and Mishkenot Sha'ananim, the first Jewish neighborhoods built outside the walls of the Old City and symbols of Jerusalem's modern renewal. Take in spectacular views of the Old City while discovering the visionaries who helped shape Jerusalem's growth beyond its ancient boundaries.
- Cool off at Teddy Park, where interactive fountains and open spaces provide a fun and refreshing experience for travelers of all ages.
- Enjoy free time at the hotel pool, soaking in the Jerusalem sunshine and savoring the final hours of your journey together.
- Late check out of the hotel.
- Celebrate your journey with a festive farewell dinner, sharing stories and highlights from an unforgettable week of discovery, connection, and community.
- Gather for a meaningful Havdallah ceremony, marking the close of Shabbat and providing an opportunity to reflect on the memories, friendships, and experiences created throughout the trip.
- Transfer to Ben Gurion Airport for your overnight flight home, carrying with you new perspectives, lasting friendships, and a deeper connection to Israel and the Jewish people.
Overnight: Flight
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
RATES & LODGING
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participants
50+
Cost p/p in double room
$7,780
Cost p/p in single room
$10,590
Child As 3rd (Reduction)
- ($1,920)
Tel Aviv: Hilton
- Nights: 3
- Room Category: Deluxe Sea View
- Hotel Website
Upper Galilee: Pastoral Kfar Blum Hotel
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Classic
- Hotel Website
Jerusalem: David Citadel
- Nights: 4+LCO
- Room Category: Superior New City
- 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
- 9 nights’ accommodations, including late check-out on the day of departure.
- 10 days of touring with a J² Expert Educator (guide) aboard a luxury, climate-controlled motorcoach.
- Daily breakfast and 7 dinners.
- Access to the J² adventures App, available on the App Store and Google Play (active 30 days prior to departure and throughout the journey).
- Complimentary bottled water on the bus.
- Porterage at hotels.
- All site entrance fees and program fees as outlined in the final itinerary.
- 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.
- 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 double occupancy room.
- 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.
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