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.
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Program Itinerary
DAY 1
ON OUR WAY
Wed. Nov 11, 2026
- Board your flight and embark on your journey of discovery and connection with the people, history, and culture of Israel!
Overnight: Flight
DAY 2
WELCOME TO ISRAEL!
Thu. Nov 12, 2026
- Arrive at Ben-Gurion International Airport and meet your J² Expert Educator, who will guide you throughout this journey of learning, connection, and inspiration.
- Travel to Jerusalem, pausing at a scenic overlook for a first breathtaking view of the Old City - a moment to absorb the layers of history, holiness, and hope that define it - and join together in reciting the 'Shehecheyanu' blessing to mark your arrival in the Holy City.
- Check in to your Jerusalem hotel and take time to settle in.
- Gather for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant with Journalist Jessica Steinberg about her experiences as a reporter, Israeli, immigrant, wife, mother, sister, aunt and friend during these very tumultuous times.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3
MEMORY & RENEWAL
Fri. Nov 13, 2026
- Meet with a leader from IRAC (Religious Action Center) to learn about social justice initiatives in Israel.
- Option 1: Visit Yad Vashem, Israel’s national Holocaust memorial, honoring the six million Jews murdered in the Holocaust and reflecting on resilience and responsibility.
- Option 2: Take a guided tour of the new Museum of Tolerance Jerusalem, exploring its innovative exhibits that examine the challenges of modern society through the lenses of human dignity, responsibility, and mutual respect.
- Kabbalat Shabbat at Azrat Yisrael, the egalitarian prayer space at the Western Wall, for a heartfelt moment of prayer, reflection, and shared hope for an inclusive and evolving Jewish future.
- Enjoy a festive Shabbat dinner at your hotel, celebrating the beginning of this sacred time together.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 4
SHABBAT IN JERUSAELM
Sat. Nov 14, 2026
- Explore the Jewish Quarter, the heart of Jerusalem’s ancient and modern Jewish life - walk the Roman-era Cardo, stand before King Hezekiah’s Broad Wall, and gather in Hurva Square, where the rhythm of Jewish continuity and renewal beats strong.
- No visit to Israel is complete without standing at the Kotel (Western Wall), Judaism’s holiest site, where generations have come to pray and place their hopes and blessings between its ancient stones; together, we’ll explore its history, meaning, and enduring power in Jewish life today.
- Climb to the rooftops of the Old City and take in its breathtaking panorama while exploring the complex ties and shared stories of Jerusalem’s faith communities - overlooking the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the golden Dome of the Rock, and the Hurva Synagogue.
- Conclude Shabbat with a meaningful Havdalah ceremony, celebrating community, reflection, and the transition from sacred time back into the rhythm of the week.
- Dialogue with Rachel Azaria, an activist, former deputy mayor of Jerusalem, and Member of the Knesset. Among her areas of focus and interest: What is the relationship between Israel and the rest of world Jewry? Is it on the rocks or as strong as ever?
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5
REDEMPTION AND RELIEF
Sun. Nov 15, 2026
- Check out of the hotel.
- Engage with Dr. Cochav Elkayam-Levy, a leading voice in international law, human rights, and feminist advocacy, as she shares insights into women’s experiences during times of crisis and her pivotal work documenting the gendered impact of October 7 through The Civil Commission.
- Travel to the Israel-Gaza border to meet Chen Kotler - a resident of Kibbutz Kfar Aza. Learn with Chen about the events of October Seventh and their aftermath.
- Stop at Givat HaTzofaniyot (Observers’ Hill) and hear powerful stories of women in the military and civilians impacted by October 7, reflecting on courage, equity, and leadership in Israeli society.
- Pay your respects at the Nova Music Festival Memorial at Kibbutz Re’im, honoring the young lives lost in the tragic attack that transformed a weekend of joy into heartbreak, and reflect at the moving memorial created by families and friends - a space that carries the promise, “We Will Dance Again".
- Check into the hotel and enjoy dinner.
Overnight: Haifa
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 6
AGENTS OF CHANGE
Mon. Nov 16, 2026
- Check out of the hotel.
- Volunteer and engage in a thought-provoking dialogue and hands-on tikkun olam experience with Yahel Social Change Initiatives, meeting members of a Bedouin grassroots organization alongside representatives of a Jewish–Arab partnership dedicated to fostering social change and shared society in the region.
- Home hospitality lunch with a Druze family.
- Savor a curated wine tasting at a boutique winery nestled in the Carmel Hills, where fine Israeli wines meet stories of land, heritage, and connection shared over a glass.
- Explore ancient Caesarea, walking among its magnificent Roman-era ruins, from the theater and hippodrome to the seaside bathhouse, while imagining the city’s layered history of empire, trade, and transformation.
- Pause at the Jaffa Lookout, taking in sweeping views of Tel Aviv’s coastline and skyline - where ancient history meets modern vitality and check into the hotel.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 7
TEL AVIV: WHERE HISTORY MEETS MODERN ISRAEL
Tue. Nov 17, 2026
- Begin the day with a morning Pilates session overlooking the Mediterranean, centering body and spirit as the city awakens by the sea.
- Herstory Tel Aviv - Discover the untold stories of pioneering women who shaped the city's cultural, political, and social fabric - from early Zionist feminists and labor leaders to contemporary artists and activists - through visits to key landmarks, women-led initiatives, and guided storytelling that centers female voices in the narrative of Israel’s most vibrant city.
- Wander through Nahalat Binyamin, Tel Aviv’s lively open-air arts and crafts market, where local artisans showcase handmade jewelry, textiles, and creative designs.
- Explore the vibrant Carmel Market, alive with colorful produce, spices, and flavors that reflect the diversity and energy of Israeli cuisine.
- Share a farewell dinner and reflection session, honoring the journey, exchanging blessings, and exploring how to carry the mission’s inspiration and learning back home.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8
HOME AGAIN
Wed. Nov 18, 2026
- Check out of the hotel and transfer to Ben Gurion International Airport.
Overnight: Flight
Meals: Breakfast
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
20+
Cost p/p in double room
$4,795
Cost p/p in single room
$6,185
Jerusalem: The Inbal
- Nights: 3
- Room Category: Deluxe
- Hotel Website
Zichron Yaakov: Elma Arts Complex Luxury Hotel
- Nights: 1
- Room Category: Deluxe
- Hotel Website
Tel Aviv: Carlton
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Premium Sea Side View
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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
- 6 nights' accommodations.
- 6 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 in 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.
- Late check out on the day of departure is not included.
- 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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