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.
Current Affairs 
Expert Scholar 
Jeep Tour 
Food & Wine - Whisky Tasting
Social Justice - Local Specialists
Cooking Workshop 
Wellness
Program Itinerary
DAY 1
ON OUR WAY – A JOURNEY OF PURPOSE
Sun. Mar 7, 2027
- Depart the United States on your overnight flight to Israel.
Overnight: Flight
DAY 2
WELCOME TO ISRAEL – CONTEXT, CHALLENGE, AND STRATEGIC OUTLOOK
Mon. Mar 8, 2027
- Arrive at Ben Gurion International Airport and experience the significance of landing in Israel at this pivotal moment. Receive VIP assistance through baggage claim and customs.
- Transfer to your hotel and take time to rest and acclimate.
- This evening, gather for a welcome dinner and opening strategic briefing with Col. (Res.) Miri Eisin, Chairperson of the Taub Center for Social Policy. Explore Israel’s current challenges, regional dynamics, and the evolving international landscape since October 7.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3
FOUNDATIONS OF A CITY & THE RESILIENCE OF SOCIETY
Tue. Mar 9, 2027
- Begin with an in-depth session with Dr. Eyal Fruchter of Alot HaShachar, examining innovative approaches to trauma recovery among Israel’s combat veterans. Gain insight into how unit-based healing models are reshaping long-term resilience and reintegration.
- Explore Tel Aviv’s cultural and civic foundations with a walk along historic Bialik Street, followed by a guided visit to Beit Ha’ir, part of the UNESCO-recognized White City.
- Meet with the Mayor of Tel Aviv for a high-level conversation on urban leadership, crisis response, and the city’s forward-looking vision as a global hub of innovation and culture.
- Experience the pulse of Israeli daily life at Nachalat Binyamin Arts Market and the Carmel Market.
- Visit Sheba Medical Center (Tel HaShomer) for a VIP briefing on Israel’s global leadership in medical innovation and trauma response.
- Conclude with a curated Israeli cocktail workshop, blending cultural storytelling with contemporary Israeli creativity.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 4
NORTHERN FRONTIERS – SECURITY, SOCIETY, AND SHARED FUTURE
Wed. Mar 10, 2027
- Travel north through Israel’s evolving geographic and strategic landscape.
- Meet with Mohammed Darawshe of the Givat Haviva Center for a candid discussion on shared society, Jewish-Arab relations, and the internal dynamics shaping Israel’s future.
- Visit a northern kibbutz impacted by recent conflict, together with members of Matzpinim, a grassroots civic movement working to rebuild and reimagine the Galilee.
- Embark on a 4x4 tour of the Golan Heights, exploring settlement, agriculture, security, and development along the Israel–Syria border.
- Continue to a northern overlook on the Lebanese border for a security briefing with Sarit Zehavi, Founder and CEO of the Alma Research and Education Center.
- Participate in a chef-led outdoor culinary experience designed to foster connection and informal exchange.
- Check into your hotel.
Overnight: Sea of Galilee
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5
DIPLOMACY AND NATIONAL LEADERSHIP
Thu. Mar 11, 2027
- Check out of the hotel and drive to Jerusalem.
- Visit the Knesset for meetings with Members of Knesset, focusing on governance, political dynamics, and Israel–Diaspora relations.
- Engage with Dr. Tal Becker, Principal Deputy Legal Adviser at Israel’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs, for a senior-level discussion on Israel’s legal and diplomatic positioning on the global stage.
- Check into your hotel.
- This evening, unwind at Thinkers Distillery, followed by a guided night experience at Machane Yehuda Market, offering a contemporary lens into Jerusalem’s cultural life.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6
THE SOUTHERN REALITY – TRAUMA, RESPONSIBILITY, AND NATIONAL RESILIENCE
Fri. Mar 12, 2027
- Meet with leaders of The Fourth Quarter, a civil movement working to shape Israel’s future through broad societal consensus.
- Travel to Otef Aza (the Gaza Envelope), one of the regions most deeply affected by the events of October 7.
- Visit Sderot, meeting with a local police officer for firsthand insight into frontline realities, resilience, and daily life under ongoing threat.
- Continue to the Nova Music Festival Memorial, a powerful space of remembrance and reflection.
- Return to Jerusalem.
- Welcome Shabbat with Kabbalat Shabbat at the Western Wall.
- Conclude with a private Shabbat dinner at the hotel, joined by select guests connected to the SJJCC community.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 7
SHABBAT IN JERUSALEM – REFLECTION, MEDIA, AND LEADERSHIP
Sat. Mar 13, 2027
- Begin Shabbat with optional experiences:
- Yoga and mindfulness.
- A guided morning run with scenic views.
- Shabbat services at a local synagogue.
- Lunch at the hotel.
- Engage with journalist and author Matti Friedman for a strategic conversation on global media narratives and Israel’s place in international discourse.
- Conclude with a facilitated leadership reflection session, creating space to process the mission, synthesize insights, and consider next steps for communal engagement and leadership impact.
- Transfer to Ben Gurion International Airport for your return flight to the United States.
Overnight: Flight
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 8
HOME AGAIN
Sun. Mar 14, 2027
- Arrive home.
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
10+
Cost p/p in double room
$6,490
Cost p/p in single room
$7,790
Tel Aviv: Carlton
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Premium Sea Side View
- Hotel Website
Sea of Galilee: Isrotel Gomeh Hotel
- Nights: 1
- Room Category: Galil Mountain
- Hotel Website
Jerusalem: The Inbal
- Nights: 2 + LCO
- Room Category: Deluxe
- Hotel Website
Choose Your Way
VOYAGER PLUS
popular
- 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
- 5 nights' accommodations. Late check out on the day of departure is included.
- 6 days of touring with a J² Expert Educator (guide), 5 days in a luxury, climate controlled bus.
- Group arrival transfer & VIP assistance at the airport.
- Group departure transfer.
- Daily breakfast, 1 lunch & 3 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.
- 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.
THE J2World
We have everything you need to know before you go. Check out our Instagram my_j2adventures for cool updates and interesting tidbits.
The J2 App
available on the App Store & on Google Play.
Our Feed.
