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- 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.
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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.
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Program Itinerary
DAY 1
ARRIVAL IN ISRAEL: SETTING INTENTIONS FOR THE JOURNEY
Wed. Oct 21, 2026
- Arrive at Ben Gurion International Airport. Transfer independently to Tel Aviv and check in at your hotel.
- In the evening, meet the group and your J² Expert Educator for a welcome dinner and trip briefing. This opening gathering will set intentions for the days ahead, rooted in dialogue, reflection, and mutual support. Meet Israeli leaders and colleagues from the Reform Movement, who will join portions of the journey and help frame key themes of leadership, faith, and resilience.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Dinner
DAY 2
TEL AVIV: IDENTITY, CULTURE, AND CIVIC LEADERSHIP
Thu. Oct 22, 2026
- Zionism in 2026: Engage in a conversation with Dr. Einat Wilf, former Knesset Member and leading thinker on Zionism, foreign policy, and education.
- Continue with an immersive culinary experience at Levinsky Market. During a guided tasting tour, sample flavors from across the Mediterranean and Middle East while exploring the question of what makes Israeli food “Israeli.” This vibrant encounter with food, culture, and history serves as a dynamic lunch.
- Stroll along historic Bialik Street, once home to Tel Aviv’s early artists and writers, 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 conversation on civic leadership, urban resilience, and the city’s evolving vision.
- Conclude the day with a hands-on Israeli cocktail workshop inspired by local flavors, ingredients, and stories, an experiential celebration of Israeli creativity.
- Enjoy a free evening to experience Tel Aviv at your own pace.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch
DAY 3
THE GAZA ENVELOPE: MEMORY, TRAUMA, AND RESILIENCE
Fri. Oct 23, 2026
- Travel south for a day of deep engagement in the Gaza Envelope region, an area profoundly shaped by October 7.
- Visit the KKL-JNF Black Arrow Memorial in the western Negev, a powerful heritage and lookout site near the Gaza border. Engage with the historical narrative alongside present-day realities, exploring Israel’s security history and evolving border dynamics.
- Continue with conversations in the region focused on resilience, communal rebuilding, and the theological challenges posed by trauma and violence. Meet members and rabbis of the Reform community who have remained committed to building Jewish life amidst ongoing insecurity.
- Return to Tel Aviv to prepare for Shabbat.
- Join a local Reform congregation for Kabbalat Shabbat services, followed by home hospitality Shabbat dinners with local families, an intimate opportunity for shared stories and connection.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 4
SHABBAT IN TEL AVIV: IDENTITY, COMMUNITY, AND INCLUSION
Sat. Oct 24, 2026
- Enjoy a relaxed Shabbat morning with time to rest, reflect, or explore independently.
- Visit ANU, Museum of the Jewish People. Through its innovative and immersive exhibits, encounter the rich diversity, creativity, and global story of the Jewish people across time. This experience offers a meaningful lens into identity, continuity, and the many ways Jewish life is expressed today.
- Continue to the Gan Meir LGBTQ Center in Tel Aviv for a study session and dialogue on religion and LGBTQ+ rights in Israel. Engage with activists and community leaders to explore progress made, ongoing challenges, and the role of Reform clergy in advancing dignity and equality.
- Mark the close of Shabbat with a communal Havdalah ceremony.
Overnight: Tel Aviv
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 5
JERUSALEM: MEMORY, DEMOCRACY, AND CIVIL SOCIETY
Sun. Oct 25, 2026
- Check out and drive to Jerusalem.
- Begin at Mount Herzl, Israel’s national cemetery and final resting place of the country’s political and military leaders. Since October 7, 2023, new graves have been added to this sacred space. Stand in communal memory and join the daily Kaddish in honor of the fallen, confronting the human cost borne by Israeli families and society.
- Tour the Supreme Court of Israel with Orly Erez Likhovski of the Israel Religious Action Center (IRAC), exploring the intersection of law, religion, and civil rights. Engage in conversation about women’s advocacy and the ongoing effort to strengthen Israeli democracy in the spirit of the Scroll of Independence.
- Meet grassroots leaders from Israel’s dynamic civil society - religious and secular, Jewish and Arab, veteran and youth - who are working to build a more democratic and pluralistic society.
- Participate in a hands-on culinary workshop and dinner, hosted in the private home and farm setting of chef Heday Offaim, where guests cook together using fresh, locally grown ingredients, learn about his farm-to-table philosophy and personal story, and then enjoy a multi-course, shared meal accompanied by regional wines in a relaxed, intimate atmosphere.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
DAY 6
COMPLEXITY AND CONVERSATION: VOICES ACROSS DIVIDES
Mon. Oct 26, 2026
- Begin the day with a deep dive into the current state of Reform Judaism in Israel during a session with Anna Kislanski, CEO of the Israel Movement for Reform and Progressive Judaism (IMPJ). Engage in a candid conversation about the opportunities, tensions, and responsibilities facing Reform institutions and clergy in Israel’s public square - especially in light of recent national challenges.
- Meet with Samer Sinijlawi at the Tantur Hotel to explore his perspective as a prominent Palestinian political activist working to build channels of understanding between Israelis and Palestinians and to promote dialogue across divides.
- From Enemies to Allies: Engage with members of Combatants for Peace in Beit Jala, learning how former combatants from both sides pursue nonviolent activism and shared society initiatives.
- Participate in a study session with members of HaSmol HaEmuni (The Faithful Left), a religious movement that grounds progressive political engagement in Jewish ethical obligation. Explore how covenantal theology and justice-based activism intersect in contemporary Israeli discourse.
- Conclude the day with "Songs of Freedom", a musical learning experience with Cantor Shani Ben Or, using Israeli music as a mirror for the nation’s complex realities.
- Evening at leisure at Mahane Yehuda Market, where the diversity of Israeli society comes alive in sound, flavor, and encounter. Use this shared space as a metaphor for Israel’s layered identities.
Overnight: Jerusalem
Meals: Breakfast
DAY 7
ELECTION DAY: DEMOCRACY IN REAL TIME AND CLOSING REFLECTIONS
Tue. Oct 27, 2026
- Engage in a real-time election day briefing and dialogue with Prof. Reuven Y. Hazan (Hebrew University / JPPI), one of Israel’s leading experts on political parties and electoral systems, offering participants an insider’s analysis of the Israeli elections as they unfold - unpacking coalition dynamics, voter behavior, and the broader implications for Israeli democracy and governance.
- Step out into the streets of Jerusalem on national election day, witnessing firsthand the energy of Israeli democracy as citizens head to the polls - offering a unique, real-time glimpse into civic life, public sentiment, and the collective shaping of the country’s future.
- Hike through the KKL-JNF Sataf site in the Jerusalem Hills, following scenic trails that wind past restored ancient agricultural terraces, natural springs, and forested slopes - offering sweeping views and a hands-on connection to thousands of years of traditional farming and landscape preservation in Israel.
- Return to the hotel with time to pack, shower, and change. Late check-out included.
- Conclude the journey with a farewell dinner and facilitated reflection session - an opportunity to process the experiences of the week, share personal takeaways, and consider how to carry the insights, relationships, and inspiration of the journey back home.
- Group transfer to Ben Gurion International Airport for departure.
Overnight: Flight
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
RATES & LODGING
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participants
20+
Cost p/p in double room
$3,825
Cost p/p in single room
$4,865
Tel Aviv: Tal by The Beach
- Nights: 4
- Room Category: Classic
- Hotel Website
Jerusalem: Nucha Hotel
- Nights: 2 + LCO
- Room Category: Executive Balcony
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What to expect
- 6 nights' accommodations. Late check out on the day of departure is included.
- 7 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 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 double occupancy room.
- 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.
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