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.
Active 
Archaeology 
Art & Culture 
Family Friendly 
Local Specialists 
Rafting & Kayaking 
Nature Walks
Program Itinerary
DAY 1
WELCOME HOME
Sun. Aug 16, 2026
- Arrive at Ben-Gurion International Airport, where your J² Expert Educator will greet you with warmth and energy to begin an unforgettable journey.
- Drive north along the stunning Mediterranean coastline.
- On the way, stop at the Ancient Roman Aqueduct in Caesarea.
- Check into your hotel.
- Enjoy a welcome dinner and orientation at the hotel.
Overnight: Upper Galilee
Meals: Dinner
DAY 2
NORTHERN EXPOSURE
Mon. Aug 17, 2026
- ADULTS: Understanding the Security Challenges on Israel's Northern Border: Dialogue with Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Sarit Zehavi, Founder and President of the Alma Research and Education Center. Specializing in Israel's security concerns on the northern border, particularly regarding Hezbollah and other regional threats, Zehavi provides unparalleled insights into the complex security dynamics at play.
- KIDS: Step into the shoes of early pioneers as you explore life on a real Israeli kibbutz.
- Later, reunite for a family hike through the lush Tel Dan Nature Reserve, with shallow streams, ancient ruins, and cool, shaded trails.
- In the afternoon, raft or kayak down the Jordan River - a splashy, family adventure perfect for all ages.
- Dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Upper Galilee
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 3
RIDING THROUGH TIME, DANCING INTO JERUSALEM
Tue. Aug 18, 2026
- Check out of the hotel.
- Experience life as it was in the time of the Mishna at Kfar Kedem - ride donkeys, dress in ancient garb, bake pita on open fires, and discover what it was like to be a Jewish family 2,000 years ago.
- Drive south along the modern Trans-Israel Highway, connecting the ancient and the new.
- As you arrive in Jerusalem, pause at the breathtaking Haas Promenade for a moment of reflection and celebration. Recite the traditional Shehechiyanu blessing and take in the sweeping views of the Old City.
- After hotel check-in, families will head out for a high-energy walking tour of Mamilla Boulevard with the one and only Guru Zuzu, a wildly fun, interactive street experience filled with laughter and surprises.
- Evening free to explore or relax.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4
DIGGING INTO THE PAST
Wed. Aug 19, 2026
- Explore the layers of Jerusalem’s history and spirituality in the Old City:
- Begin at the Cardo, the ancient Roman marketplace lined with columns.
- See Hezekiah’s Broad Wall, built 2,700 years ago to protect Jerusalem.
- Descend to the Jerusalem Archaeological Park and feel the stones come alive.
- Experience the emotion and significance of the Kotel (Western Wall)—a place of connection, memory, and hope.
- In the afternoon, head south for a hands-on archaeological dig at Beit Guvrin, where the whole family becomes a real-life Indiana Jones.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5
MEMORY, MEANING & MISSION
Thu. Aug 20, 2026
- ADULTS: Visit Yad Vashem, Israel’s powerful Holocaust memorial, for a reflective and emotional experience. Your educator will guide you through its stories of loss, courage, and resilience.
- KIDS: Participate in a specially designed, age-appropriate workshop at the Israel Museum - exploring art, archaeology, and hands-on learning.
- Volunteer as a family at Pantry Packers, packing food for Israelis in need - a meaningful moment of giving back.
- Walk through the Mahane Yehuda open-air market and experience on your own the sights, smells, and tastes of Jerusalem.
- End the day by planting a tree at the Jerusalem Bird Observatory, creating a living memory of your visit.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6
SECRETS, SEA BREEZES & SHABBAT SPIRIT
Fri. Aug 21, 2026
- Step into Israel’s underground past at the Ayalon Institute, a secret bullet factory hidden beneath a laundry room during the British Mandate.
- Travel to the ancient port city of Jaffa, with its cobblestone alleys and coastal charm. Then hop aboard a boat ride along Tel Aviv’s coastline - fun and fresh with stunning city views!
- Shop or wander through Nahalat Binyamin, Tel Aviv’s open-air arts and crafts market - perfect for last-minute souvenirs.
- Return to Jerusalem to rest and get ready for a magical evening.
- Celebrate Shabbat together with candle lighting, Kabbalat Shabbat, and a festive dinner at the hotel.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7
SHABBAT IN JERUSALEM
Sat. Aug 22, 2026
- Enjoy a relaxed morning with optional synagogue services or a peaceful family stroll.
- Lunch at the hotel, followed by an easy-going walking tour of Yemin Moshe and Mishkenot Sha’ananim, home to Jerusalem’s first neighborhoods outside the Old City walls.
- Cool off off in the fountains at Teddy Park, with a light picnic dinner on the grass.
- As the sun sets, mark the end of Shabbat with a Havdalah ceremony overlooking the Old City walls.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8
DESERT WONDERS
Sun. Aug 23, 2026
- Rise early and head into the desert.
- Ascend Masada via cable car and walk among the ruins of this legendary mountaintop fortress, where Jewish rebels made their final stand against the Romans.
- Then, it’s time to float in the Dead Sea, the lowest place on Earth! Cover yourselves in mineral-rich mud and relax in the warm waters.
- Return to Jerusalem for late hotel checkout and a chance to refresh before our final gathering.
- Enjoy a festive farewell dinner - a celebration of friendship, family, and everything you've discovered in Israel.
- Transfer to Ben-Gurion Airport for your overnight flight home, filled with memories and meaning.
Overnight: Flight
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
RATES & LODGING
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participants
30+
Cost p/p in double room
$4,995
Cost p/p in single room
$6,680
Child As 3rd (Reduction)
- ($850)
Quad Rooms are available for families with children 10 years old and younger. The rate per person in a Quad room is $4,590. Please note, Quad rooms in Israel will usually include 1 double bed and 1 sofa bed. Registration closed
Upper Galilee: Pastoral Kfar Blum Hotel
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Classic
- Hotel Website
Jerusalem: The Inbal
- Nights: 5 + LCO
- Room Category: Standard New City
- Hotel Website
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What to expect
- 7 nights' accommodations. Late check out on the day of departure is included.
- 8 days of touring with a J² Expert Educator (guide), 7 days of touring in a luxury, climate controlled bus.
- An armed security guard throughout the trip.
- Gratuities for J² Expert Educator (guide), security guard and driver are included.
- Daily breakfast, 1 lunch & 5 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.
- 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.
- 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).
- 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 $500 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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