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.
Family Friendly 
Active 
Home Hospitality 
Archaeology 
Cooking Workshop 
Heritage 
Street Art
THE EXPERT
Program Itinerary
DAY 1
ON OUR WAY
Tue. Dec 22, 2026
- Board your flight from Boston and begin a meaningful multigenerational journey of discovery, connection, and shared Jewish experience in Israel.
Overnight: Flight
DAY 2
FIRST STEPS IN ISRAEL: ARRIVAL & ORIENTATION
Wed. Dec 23, 2026
- Arrive at Ben-Gurion International Airport and meet your J² Expert Educator, who will accompany your family and community throughout the journey with insight, context, and inspiration.
- Overlook Tel Aviv from Jaffa: Take in a sweeping panoramic view of Tel Aviv’s modern skyline from the ancient port of Jaffa, where layers of biblical history, Ottoman architecture, and vibrant contemporary life converge. From this iconic vantage point, the contrast between old and new Israel comes into sharp focus - golden stone alleyways in the foreground and the bustling Mediterranean metropolis stretching north along the coastline - offering a powerful visual introduction to the country’s past, present, and future.
- Gather for a festive welcome dinner and trip orientation.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Dinner
DAY 3
TEL AVIV: CULTURE, CREATIVITY & IDENTITY
Thu. Dec 24, 2026
- Visit the newly opened ANU Museum of the Jewish People, an immersive exploration of Jewish life, diversity, creativity, and continuity from antiquity to today.
- Stroll along Rothschild Boulevard and follow the Independence Trail, tracing milestones from the founding of Tel Aviv in 1909 to the declaration of the State of Israel in 1948.
- Levinsky Market Tasting Tour: Explore the flavors and stories of Tel Aviv on a guided tasting tour through Levinsky Market, a lively neighborhood known for its spices, bakeries, sweets, and family-run shops. With approachable tastings, colorful aromas, and engaging cultural anecdotes, this experience offers something for every generation - connecting grandparents, parents, and children through food, history, and the everyday rhythms of Israeli life.
- Explore the bohemian Florentine neighborhood, known for its ever-changing murals and street art that reflect Tel Aviv’s creative spirit.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 4
WHERE HISTORY, ART & COMMUNITY MEET
Fri. Dec 25, 2026
- Check out of the hotel and head north.
- Caesarea National Park: Step back in time at Caesarea, one of Israel’s most impressive archaeological sites, where Roman ruins meet the Mediterranean Sea. Walk through the ancient harbor, amphitheater, and aqueducts while uncovering stories of Herod the Great and the civilizations that shaped the region - an engaging and accessible experience that brings history to life for travelers of all ages.
- Ein Hod Artists’ Village – Art Workshop & Tour: Visit the enchanting artists’ village of Ein Hod for a hands-on art workshop paired with a guided stroll through its galleries and studios. Set in a picturesque Carmel hillside, this interactive experience invites participants of all ages to express creativity while learning about Israeli art, community, and the power of culture as a bridge between generations.
- Check into your hotel in Haifa.
- Participate in a Kabbalat Shabbat service at Kehillat Or Hadash, followed by a home-hospitality Shabbat dinner with members of the congregation.
Overnight: Haifa
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 5
SACRED VIEWS, NORTHERN COASTS & ANCIENT CITIES
Sat. Dec 26, 2026
- Begin the day with a panoramic lookout over the Baha’i Gardens and learn about the history and beliefs of the Baha’i faith.
- Visit Rosh Hanikra and descend via the steep cable car to explore the dramatic sea grottos carved into the limestone cliffs.
- Continue to Akko (Acre) to encounter the layered history of Crusaders and their Muslim rivals. Explore the Knights’ Halls, wander through the vibrant Old Market, and walk atop the ancient city walls overlooking the Mediterranean.
- Gather together to mark the end of Shabbat with a group Havdalah ceremony.
- Evening at leisure in Haifa.
Overnight: Haifa
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 6
JERUSALEM: FAITH, HISTORY & CONTINUITY
Sun. Dec 27, 2026
- Check out of the hotel and travel to Jerusalem.
- Climb to the rooftops of the Old City for a sweeping view of Jerusalem’s sacred landscape, overlooking the Church of the Holy Sepulchre, the Dome of the Rock, and the Hurva Synagogue.
- Visit the Kotel (Western Wall), Judaism’s holiest site, where personal prayer and national history converge.
- Walk through the Jewish Quarter, exploring key sites including:
- Visit the Jerusalem Archaeological Park, including the Davidson Center and Robinson’s Arch, to explore layers of history where Jewish life once flourished at the foot of the Temple Mount.
- Step along the Cardo, the main thoroughfare of Roman Jerusalem, and imagine the city’s vibrant past as you stroll among its restored Byzantine-era columns.
- Stand before King Hezekiah’s Broad Wall, an impressive 2,700-year-old structure that once defended Jerusalem and still stands as a symbol of endurance and faith.
- Gather in Hurva Square, the lively center of Jewish life in the Old City, where history, community, and spirituality intertwine in the heart of the Jewish Quarter.
- Check into the hotel.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7
SERVICE, MEMORY & MEANING IN JERUSALEM
Mon. Dec 28, 2026
- Volunteer with Leket Israel: Participate in a meaningful, hands-on volunteer experience with Leket Israel, the country’s leading food rescue organization. Working together in the fields for those in need, participants of all ages can give back to Israeli society in a tangible way - fostering shared purpose, values, and connection while making a real impact on local communities.
- Explore Machane Yehuda Market, experiencing the colors, flavors, and energy of Jerusalem.
- OPTION 1: Visit Yad Vashem, Israel’s national Holocaust memorial, for a powerful exploration of memory, loss, and resilience, including the Hall of Names and the Children’s Memorial.
- OPTION 2: Visit the Biblical Zoo or the Bloomfield Science Museum.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 8
DESERT ADVENTURE & ENDURING HERITAGE
Tue. Dec 29, 2026
- Genesis Land – Camel Ride Experience: Enjoy a short and memorable camel ride at Genesis Land, bringing the landscapes and stories of the Bible to life in a fun, approachable way. Set against the Judean Desert, this lighthearted experience offers a taste of ancient travel while engaging multiple generations through storytelling, scenery, and a shared sense of adventure.
- Ascend Masada, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and uncover the dramatic story of Jewish resistance against Rome amid breathtaking desert views.
- Descend to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, and experience the unique sensation of floating effortlessly in its mineral-rich waters.
- Return to Jerusalem.
- Israel Museum & Dead Sea Scrolls - Optional Late Evening Tour: Experience the Israel Museum on an optional late evening visit, featuring the Shrine of the Book and the Dead Sea Scrolls. This tour invites participants to engage with some of Judaism’s most significant ancient texts and artifacts.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 9
COURAGE, COMMUNITY & RESPONSIBILITY: THE GAZA ENVELOPE
Wed. Dec 30, 2026
- Check out of the hotel and travel south.
- OPTION 1: Visit a kibbutz near the Gaza border and hear firsthand testimony from a resident about October 7, its aftermath, and the ongoing process of healing and rebuilding.
- OPTION 2: Youth: Visit Kibbutz Yad Mordechai for a hands-on honey-making workshop and learn about the community’s legacy of resilience from 1948 through today.
- Continue together to Sderot, the largest town in the Gaza Envelope. Tour the town, meet local residents, and enjoy lunch on your own.
- Visit and volunteer at ADI Negev–Nahalat Eran Rehabilitation Village, an inclusive community dedicated to healing, dignity, and hope.
- Gather for a festive farewell dinner and closing reflections.
- Following dinner, transfer as a group to Ben Gurion Airport for your overnight flight home.
Overnight: Flight
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 10
RETURNING HOME, CARRYING THE JOURNEY
Thu. Dec 31, 2026
- Return to Boston, carrying memories, connections, and shared experiences that will continue long after the journey ends.
RATES & LODGING
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participants
25+
Cost p/p in double room
$3,890
Cost p/p in single room
$5,050
Child As 3rd (Reduction)
- ($500)
Tel Aviv: Dan Panorama
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Tel Aviv
- Hotel Website
Haifa: Dan Panorama
- Nights: 2
- Room Category: Superior Bay View
- Hotel Website
Jerusalem: Dan Panorama
- Nights: 3
- Room Category: Deluxe
- Hotel Website
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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
- 7 nights' accommodations.
- 8 days of touring with a J² Expert Educator (guide), 8 days of touring in a luxury, climate controlled bus.
- 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.
- 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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