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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.
Eligibility: This mission is open to donors who make a minimum gift of $3,600 to the Milwaukee Jewish Federation’s 2027 Annual Campaign.
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Program Itinerary
DAY 1
CROSSING CONTINENTS
Sun. May 16, 2027
- Depart the United States on your overnight flight to Argentina.
- Tonight begins a journey into one of the most vibrant and influential Jewish communities in the world.
Overnight: Flight
DAY 2
BUENOS AIRES: A CITY OF SOUL, HISTORY & STYLE
Mon. May 17, 2027
- Arrive this morning in Buenos Aires, where European elegance meets Latin American passion. Transfer to your hotel.
- 12:00 p.m. Gather at the hotel to meet your J² Expert Educator and local guide, who will accompany you throughout this immersive journey.
- Begin exploring in San Telmo, the city’s oldest neighborhood, where cobblestone streets, colonial architecture, and the bustling food market introduce the rhythms, aromas, and flavors of Argentina and enjoy time for lunch on own.
- Continue to Plaza de Mayo, the political and symbolic heart of the nation. View the iconic Casa Rosada, walk past the Metropolitan Cathedral, and visit the historic Cabildo, gaining insight into Argentina’s struggle for independence and democratic identity.
- Return to the hotel to check-in and refresh.
- This evening, gather for an elegant welcome dinner. Over fine food and wine, your J² Expert Educator will frame the story of Argentine Jewry, a story of resilience, creativity, and deep communal pride, setting the tone for the days ahead.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3
JEWISH BUENOS AIRES: MEMORY, COMMUNITY & RESPONSIBILITY
Tue. May 18, 2027
- Begin the day with a powerful expression of Tikkun Olam as you meet with leaders of the Tzedaka Foundation, one of Argentina’s most impactful Jewish social welfare organizations.
- Walk through the Once District, the historic heart of Jewish Buenos Aires, where synagogues, schools, kosher bakeries, and Jewish institutions reflect generations of immigrant life and continuity.
- Visit the AMIA Memorial, honoring the victims of the 1994 terrorist attack, followed by a private conversation with Sergio Widder, Regional Director of the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee, offering candid insight into Jewish life and security in Latin America today.
- Meet with Israeli Shlichim of The Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI) for an intimate conversation about their role as living bridges between Israel and Argentine Jewry. Learn how these Israel-based emissaries work within schools, synagogues, youth movements, and communal institutions to strengthen Jewish identity, foster people-to-people connections with Israel, and shape the next generation of Jewish leadership in Buenos Aires.
- After lunch, tour the Holocaust Museum of Buenos Aires with Executive Directors Jonathan Karszenbaum and Fabiana Mindlin, followed by a deeply moving conversation with a Holocaust survivor.
- Return to the hotel.
- Enjoy an evening at Fervor, one of Buenos Aires' most celebrated dining destinations, recognized and recommended by the Michelin Guide.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Light Lunch, Dinner
DAY 4
TRUTH, JUSTICE & ARGENTINA’S RECKONING
Wed. May 19, 2027
- Begin the day with an exclusive briefing from Dr. Ariel Gelblung, Director of Advocacy and Social Action at the Simon Wiesenthal Center for Latin America, offering insight into antisemitism, human rights, and global Jewish advocacy.
- After checking out, continue to the historic Libertad Synagogue and Jewish Museum, home to significant ritual objects and archives telling the story of Argentine Jewish life from the nineteenth century to today.
- Visit ORT Argentina, one of the most distinguished Jewish educational institutions in Latin America. Founded in 1936, ORT Argentina serves thousands of students across multiple campuses in Buenos Aires and Tigre, combining rigorous academic and technological learning with Jewish experience and identity. At ORT you will meet faculty and students to gain insight into how the institution fosters leadership, innovation, and community engagement through its comprehensive educational model.
- Stop at the Memorial Park for Victims of State Terrorism, honoring those who were disappeared and murdered between 1969 and 1983.
- Enjoy lunch before transferring to the airport for your flight to Iguazú.
- Arrive in Iguazú, check into your hotel, and enjoy dinner surrounded by subtropical beauty.
Overnight: Iguazu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5
IGUAZÚ FALLS: POWER, BEAUTY & ADVENTURE
Thu. May 20, 2027
- Explore Iguazú National Park, home to one of the world’s great natural wonders.
- Ride the ecological train to the Upper Falls Circuit and the breathtaking Devil’s Throat (Garganta del Diablo).
- Walk suspended pathways offering panoramic views of the Two Sisters Falls, Bozzetti Falls, the Superior Circuit, and San Martín Island, surrounded by lush subtropical rainforest.
- After lunch on your own in the park, embark on an exhilarating eco-adventure boat ride, navigating the powerful waters at the base of the falls for a fully immersive experience.
- Return to the hotel.
- This evening, enjoy The Argentine Experience, an interactive culinary program combining storytelling, regional cuisine, and exceptional wines.
Overnight: Iguazu
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 6
EDUCATION, MEMORY & JEWISH CONTINUITY
Fri. May 21, 2027
- Check out and fly back to Buenos Aires this morning.
- After lunch, visit the ESMA Museum and Site of Memory, a former clandestine detention center during Argentina’s military dictatorship and today one of the country’s most powerful memorials.
- Return to the hotel to prepare for Shabbat.
- Welcome Shabbat at Amijai Synagogue, led by Rabbi Alejandro Avruj, blending tradition with a contemporary and welcoming spirit.
- Shabbat dinner is shared with members of the local Jewish community, for an evening of warmth, conversation, and connection.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7
SHABBAT IN STYLE: ELEGANCE & REFLECTION
Sat. May 22, 2027
- Enjoy a relaxed Shabbat morning at leisure, with time to explore the elegant streets and boutique shops of the Recoleta neighborhood.
- Shabbat lunch is served at the hotel, followed by a guided walk through Recoleta, Buenos Aires’ most refined neighborhood, known for its Belle Époque architecture and cultural institutions.
- Visit Recoleta Cemetery, the final resting place of many of Argentina’s most influential figures, including Eva Perón, offering a lens into power, myth, and national identity.
- Pause at the Israeli Embassy Memorial, commemorating the victims of the 1992 bombing and underscoring the shared history between Argentina and Israel.
- The evening is at leisure to explore Buenos Aires’ renowned dining scene, cultural offerings, or nightlife.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 8
NATURE, COMMUNITY & ARGENTINE PASSION
Sun. May 23, 2027
- Travel north to Tigre, a beloved retreat for porteños and an important center of Jewish communal life.
- Explore the Tigre Delta, one of Argentina’s most beautiful natural regions, defined by waterways, lush islands, and a slower rhythm of life.
- Visit Club Hacoaj, a cornerstone of Jewish social and athletic life, where you will meet community leaders and members for conversation and lunch, discussing Jewish identity, belonging, and continuity.
- Return to Buenos Aires.
- Enjoy a curated visit to MALBA, the Latin American Art Museum of Buenos Aires, home to masterworks by leading modern and contemporary artists.
- Tonight is pure Buenos Aires. Begin with a private tango class, followed by a three-course dinner paired with Argentine wines, and conclude with a live tango performance that captures the passion and elegance of the city.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9
DIPLOMACY, CULTURE & FAREWELL
Mon. May 24, 2027
- Begin the day with an exclusive meeting with the Israeli Ambassador to Argentina, offering insight into Argentina–Israel relations and Jewish diplomacy in Latin America.
- Explore La Boca and Caminito Street, where color, art, and tango reflect Buenos Aires’ immigrant roots.
- Stroll through Puerto Madero, a striking modern waterfront symbolizing Argentina’s contemporary vision.
- Take an exclusive private tour of the renowned Teatro Colón, Buenos Aires' main opera house, ranked third-best globally by National Geographic. Revered for its exceptional acoustics, it stands among the top five concert venues worldwide.
- Gather for a late farewell lunch before transferring to the airport for your return flight home.
Overnight: Flight
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
RATES & LODGING
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participants
30+
Cost p/p in double room
$6,999
Cost p/p in single room
$8,204
Eligibility: This mission is open to donors who make a minimum gift of $3,600 to the Milwaukee Jewish Federation's 2027 Annual Campaign. Registration open
Buenos Aires: Sofitel Recoleta
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Superior room
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Iguazú: Loi Suites Iguazú Hotel
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Studio room
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Buenos Aires: Sofitel Recoleta
- Nights: 3
- Room Category: Superior room
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What to expect
- 7 nights' accommodations.
- 8 days of touring with a J² Expert Educator and local guides, 7 days of touring in a luxury, climate controlled bus.
- Individual arrival transfers from the Buenos Aires airport.
- 1 Group departure transfer to the Buenos Aires airport.
- Daily breakfast, 6 lunches & 6 dinners.
- Gratuities for your J² Expert Educator, local guides, and drivers.
- Domestic flights to and from Iguazu. Please note baggage allowance on domestic flights is limited per person to 1 personal item + 1 carry-on bag (8kg/16.6lbs) + 1 suitcase (15kg/33lbs)
- 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 Argentina.
- Individual departure transfers to the Buenos Aires international airport.
- Early check-in or late check-out.
- 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.
- US and foreign airport taxes, Q fuel surcharge and border taxes when applicable.
- 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 $1,000 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, 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 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.
- 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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