VOYAGER
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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.
Participants who are not members to Temple Beth Shalom will be required to pay an additional $250 p/p.
Art & Culture 
Active 
Food & Wine 
Heritage 
Nature Walks 
UNESCO Heritage Sites 
Local Specialists
Program Itinerary
DAY 1
ON OUR WAY: DEPARTURE FOR ARGENTINA
Sat. May 22, 2027
- Depart the United States, setting out together on an unforgettable Jewish journey to Argentina.
Overnight: Flight
DAY 2
BUENOS AIRES UNVEILED: FIRST IMPRESSIONS
Sun. May 23, 2027
- 9:00 a.m. Arrive this morning in Buenos Aires, a city where European elegance blends seamlessly with Latin American passion and creativity.
- Meet your J² Expert Educator and local guide, who will accompany you throughout the journey and help bring Argentina’s stories to life.
- Gather as a group for a festive welcome lunch at a local restaurant, marking the official start of your Argentina experience.
- Begin with an introduction to La Boca and Caminito Street, a colorful and lively neighborhood known for its brightly painted houses, tango dancers, and street performers - an evocative reflection of Buenos Aires’ immigrant heritage.
- Continue to Puerto Madero, one of the most ambitious urban renewal projects in Buenos Aires. Once the city’s port docks, the area has been transformed into a vibrant district of modern offices, residences, and cultural spaces.
- Proceed to an introductory walking tour of the historic heart of the city:
- Plaza de Mayo, the political and historical center of Buenos Aires.
- The iconic Casa Rosada, Argentina’s presidential palace and a powerful national symbol.
- The Metropolitan Cathedral and Cabildo, architectural landmarks central to Argentina’s colonial and independence history.
- Check in to your hotel and take some time to relax and recharge after your journey.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Lunch
DAY 3
NATURAL WONDERS: THE MAGIC OF IGUAZU
Mon. May 24, 2027
- Early check out of your Buenos Aires hotel and prepare for a dramatic change of scenery.
- Transfer to the airport for your flight north to Puerto Iguazú.
- Arrive in Iguazú, gateway to one of the most breathtaking natural wonders on the planet.
- Stand at the “Triple Frontier,” a rare geographic meeting point where Argentina, Brazil, and Paraguay come together, highlighting South America’s shared natural and cultural connections.
- Explore La Aripuca, a powerful cultural and ecological center honoring the traditions of the indigenous Guarani people while promoting environmental responsibility. Constructed from massive reclaimed tree trunks, the site serves as a striking reminder of conservation, sustainability, and respect for the land.
- Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant.
- Check into your hotel and take time to unwind, explore the grounds, or relax by the pool after a travel-filled day.
- Enjoy a casual dinner on your own at the hotel, listening to the sounds of the jungle and gearing up for tomorrow’s unforgettable waterfall adventure.
Overnight: Iguazu
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4
ADVENTURE & AWE: IGUAZU FALLS UP-CLOSE
Tue. May 25, 2027
- Depart the hotel.
- Ride a gas-powered train through Iguazú National Park to the Upper Falls Circuit and walk along the Devil’s Throat, the most powerful and dramatic section of the falls.
- Wander the upper and lower circuits of the Iguazú River Canyon, surrounded by roaring waterfalls, lush rainforest, and native wildlife.
- Break for lunch on your own at a local restaurant inside the park.
- Jungle Safari Adventure: Ride an all-terrain truck through the subtropical forest and embark on a thrilling boat ride under Iguazu Falls for a once-in-a-lifetime adrenaline rush.
- Return to the hotel for relaxation.
- Depart the hotel.
- Enjoy the Argentine Experience a unique dining experience. You will learn about Argentine culture, taste fantastic local dishes, and drink exceptional wine.
Overnight: Iguazu
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5
FROM REMEMBRANCE TO REPAIR: HOLOCAUST MEMORY AND TIKKUN OLAM
Wed. May 26, 2027
- Check out of the hotel and transfer to the airport for your return flight to Buenos Aires.
- Arrive back in Buenos Aires and reconnect with the rhythm of city life.
- Visit the Holocaust Museum in Buenos Aires, delving into how the history of the Holocaust reverberated through Argentina.
- Meet with a representative of the Tzedaka Foundation to learn about their impactful work. Established to support Argentina's development, the foundation has brought meaningful improvements to the lives of thousands of vulnerable and at-risk Argentinians and take part in a hands-on volunteer activity.
- Check into the hotel and enjoy an evening at leisure.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6
MODERN ARGENTINA: ART, DANCE & URBAL CULTURE
Thu. May 27, 2027
- Engage in a meaningful social action initiative with members of the local Argentine Jewish community, an opportunity to put values of tikkun olam into action while building authentic connections on the ground.
- Explore the vibrant neighborhood of Palermo Soho, where cutting-edge fashion, street art, and creative energy come alive. Along the way, uncover the rich history of the Armenian community and its lasting cultural imprint on the area.
- Experience Argentina’s most iconic art form - the tango. Led by a professional dancer, learn the basics of tango while exploring its history and significance in Argentine culture. Experience Argentina’s most iconic art form - the tango. Led by a professional dancer, learn the basics of tango while exploring its history and significance in Argentine culture.
- Experience a guided visit to MALBA, the Latin American Art Museum of Buenos Aires, showcasing influential modern and contemporary artists.
- Take a afternoon walking tour of the Recoleta area, one of the city’s most glamorous spots and home to elegant boutiques, excellent restaurants, and the cemetery where Eva Perón (Evita) is buried.
- Reflect at the Israeli Embassy Memorial, commemorating the victims of the 1992 bombing and honoring resilience and remembrance.
- Return to the hotel.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7
ROOTS, RESILIENCE & RESPONSIBILITY: JEWISH LIFE IN BUENOS AIRES
Fri. May 28, 2027
- Visit Scholem Aleijem School to explore how Jewish education, language, and values are nurtured within Argentina’s vibrant Jewish community today.
- Explore the “Once District,” a neighborhood that houses the majority of Jewish institutions in Buenos Aires, including the Hebraica JCC, numerous synagogues, Jewish theaters, Jewish schools, and rabbinical seminaries.
- Stop at the site of the terrorist bombing at the AMIA in 1994, see the new building, as well as the memorial dedicated to the 89 victims.
- Continue to the Jewish Museum at Libertad Synagogue, located within Buenos Aires' Grand Synagogue, to discover the rich history and cultural significance of Argentine Jewry through exhibits showcasing artefacts and photographs.
- Return to the hotel with time to refresh and prepare for Shabbat.
- Welcome Shabbat with Kabbalat Shabbat services at NCI – Emanu El Synagogue, followed by a warm communal dinner shared together.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 8
SHABBAT IN TIGRE: NATURE & COMMUNITY
Sat. May 29, 2027
- Depart for a day-trip to Tigre, a popular weekend gateway on the outskirts of the city, very popular amongst the Jewish community of Buenos Aires. The Tigre Delta is one of the most attractive areas for visitors due to its rivers, streams, and numerous green islands.
- Participate in Shacharit services at Judaica Norte, experiencing Shabbat in a unique natural setting.
- Enjoy free time for lunch on your own and explore the local market, browsing crafts, snacks, and souvenirs along the riverfront.
- Connect at Club Hacoaj, a cornerstone of Argentine Jewish life, where you’ll learn how sports, culture, and community help shape Jewish identity across generations.
- Cruise through the Paraná Delta on a scenic boat cruise, taking in the calm waterways, island homes, and unique ecosystem of the region.
- Return to Buenos Aires in the late afternoon.
- Stop at El Ateneo Grand Splendid, one of the most beautiful bookshops in the world.
- Mark the close of Shabbat with Havdalah, then enjoy a relaxed evening at leisure with friends as the city comes alive once more.
Overnight: Buenos Aires
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9
VOICES OF THE CITY: OPERA, MARKETS & MEMORIES
Sun. May 30, 2027
- Check out of the hotel and prepare for your final day in Argentina.
- Tour of the renowned Teatro Colón, Buenos Aires' main opera house, ranked the third-best globally by National Geographic. Revered for its exceptional acoustics, it stands among the top five concert venues worldwide.
- Available only on Sundays, explore the celebrated San Telmo Flea Market, extending over ten vibrant blocks, and discover exceptional treasures and timeless souvenirs.
- Gather for a late farewell lunch at a local restaurant, sharing favorite moments, laughter, and reflections from the trip.
- Group transfer to Buenos Aires International Airport for your evening flight home.
Overnight: Flight
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 10
HOME AGAIN
Mon. May 31, 2027
- Land back in the US, carrying home unforgettable experiences, new insights, and stories to share from your journey in Argentina.
RATES & LODGING
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participants
20+
Cost p/p in double room
$5,595
Cost p/p in single room
$6,120
Participants who are not members of Temple Beth Shalom will be required to pay an additional $250 per person. Registration open
Buenos Aires: Hotel Grand Brizo
- Nights: 1
- Room Category: Superior Room
- Hotel Website
Iguazu: Mercure Iguazu Hotel Iru
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Standard Room
- Hotel Website
Buenos Aires: Hotel Grand Brizo
- Nights: 4
- 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, in a luxury, air-conditioned bus.
- 1 Group Arrival transfer from the airport in Buenos Aires.
- 1 Group Departure transfer to the airport in Buenos Aires.
- Daily breakfast, 3 lunches & 2 dinners.
- Flight from Buenos Aires to Iguazu and return.
- 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 airport transfers.
- Gratuities are excluded: For groups of 20 and more participants traveling to Argentina: We recommend the following guidelines for tipping (amounts are in US dollars): J² Expert Educator: $14 | Local Guide: $5 | Main Driver: $2 Amounts are per day per person.
- Late check out from the hotel is not included.
- 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 $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 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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