Temple Emanu-El
A Journey of Hope & Resilience to Israel

Led by Rabbi Ethan Prosnit

Feb 1, 2026 - Feb 4, 2026

  • DESTINATION Israel
  • Who's Going Our Community
  • Trip Type Congregational
  • Duration 4 DAYS
  • Group Size 15+
  • Price From $2,795
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.

Coming to Israel today is a special act of solidarity and of Jewish peoplehood. Israel has never faced more challenging times. We hope that your solidarity mission is about encountering and understanding where the people of Israel stand – in our hurt, in our healing, and in our hope. The mission is about bringing comfort and being comforted. It is an act of empathy and a confirmation of shared memory and destiny. Above all, the solidarity mission is about what each one of us chooses to do to make a difference on the day that we return to our communities from Israel.

  •   Active
  •   Current Affairs
  •   Heritage
  •   Local Specialists
  •   Social Justice

Program Itinerary

DAY 1
ARRIVAL AND ORIENTATION: LANDING IN A COMPLEX REALITY
Sun. Feb 1, 2026
  • Check into the hotel, then meet your Tour Educator in the hotel lobby.
  • Visit a near by overlook with a beautiful view of the city of Jerusalem. Take a moment to share a blessing for a safe arrival and a great journey, shehechiyanu.
  • The new Israel National Library provides the opportunity to understand centuries of Jewish creativity through one of the world's most impressive collections of Jewish and Israel-related literature.
  • Unwind with a drink at Thinkers Distillery, where modern techniques meet tradition in crafting exceptional gin, bourbon, and vodka
  • Private session with David Horovitz, editor of The Times of Israel and author of A Little Too Close to God – The Thrills and Panic of a Life in Israel.
  • Enjoy a welcome dinner at Jacko Street restaurant.
Overnight: Jerusalem Meals: Dinner
DAY 2
COURAGE AND COMMUNITY ON THE GAZA BORDER
Mon. Feb 2, 2026
  • Travel south to visit the communities of Ofakim and Kibbutz Erez, accompanied by Michal Zur, Israel representative for the Greater MetroWest Federation, to hear firsthand about life before, during, and after October 7.
  • Stop at the massacre site and memorial that was the Nova Music Festival site near Re'im. The site has since been turned into a monument to those who were murdered at the festival.
  • Reflect at the "Burnt Vehicles Compound", where 1,560 vehicles evacuated from the Gaza Envelope stand as silent witnesses to October 7.
  • Visit the Sha’ar HaNegev Reform Community, a congregation rooted in hope and resilience just kilometers from the Gaza border.
  • Return to Jerusalem and participate in a group debriefing and reflection session.
Overnight: Jerusalem Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 3
HEALING HANDS: ACTS OF SERVICE AND SPIRIT
Tue. Feb 3, 2026
  • Engage in hands-on volunteerism with Leket Israel by picking fruits and vegetables for distribution to families in need, reflecting the Jewish value of tikkun olam.
  • Lunch
  • Private Geopolitical session with Dan Feferman Major (res.), Founder/CEO Middle East 24 & Co-Chairman, Sharaka
  • Visit the Healing Space in Rishpon, a therapeutic center offering emotional and psychological support to individuals and families affected by recent trauma.
  • Travel north to Caesarea for a meaningful evening of text study and communal dinner with Rabbi Ayala Samuels and members of Kehillat Tefillat HaAdam, a Reform congregation committed to healing, identity, and action.
  • Return to Jerusalem for the night.
Overnight: Jerusalem Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 4
VOICES OF CHANGE: REFLECTIONS ON IDENTITY AND JUSTICE
Wed. Feb 4, 2026
  • Check out of the hotel.
  • Stop in the Old City for final moments of shopping, concluding with prayer and reflection at Ezrat Yisrael, the egalitarian section of the Kotel.
  • Tour the Supreme Court with a leader from the Israel Religious Action Center (IRAC) to explore Israel's social justice initiatives, including the ongoing judicial reforms and the significant protests surrounding them, offering a deep dive into the complex interplay of law, religion, and civic rights in contemporary Israel.
  • Walk through the Mahane Yehuda market, immersing yourself in Jerusalem’s diverse flavors and vibrant culture.
  • Enjoy a festive farewell dinner and then transfer to the airport for your return flight to the USA.
Overnight: Flight Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

RATES & LODGING

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participants
15+
Cost p/p in double room
$2,795
Cost p/p in single room
$3,275

Jerusalem: The Inbal

  • Nights: 3
  • Room Category: Standard New City View Room
  • Hotel Website

Choose Your Way

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.

What to expect

  • 3 nights' accommodations.
  • 4 days of touring with a J² Expert Educator (guide), 3 days of touring in a luxury, climate controlled bus.
  • Group departure transfer.
  • Daily breakfast, 1 lunch & 3 dinners.
  • Gratuities for J² Expert Educator (guide) and driver.
  • 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.
  • All site entrance fees & program fees as per your final program.
  • Credit card fees.
  • Flights to & from Israel.
  • Late check out on the day of departure.
  • Arrival transfer & assistance at the airport.
  • Assistance at the airport upon departure.
  • COVID related expenses, including tests.
  • Evening transportation when dinner is not included.
  • Porterage at the hotels.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Mobility: Solidarity missions are specifically strenuous, and our visits include places that are inaccessible to people who may have mobility challenges. You should be in good health and able to walk reasonable distances, often over unpaved and uneven surfaces. PLEASE NOTE: In some cases you may need to run to a shelter, if you have questions regarding this matter please speak to a J² representative.
  • 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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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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