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Arrival & Check-in: Arrive at Ben Gurion Airport
Transfer to the hotel (Tel Aviv).
Check In.
Evening: Welcome Cocktail Reception and Depart for Opening Private Dinner at the Kempinski Hotel
Overnight: The David Kempinski, Tel Aviv
Early Optional Yoga or Run Along the Beach with RunJLM
Breakfast at the Hotel
Program Opening and Regional Snapshot with Haviv Rettig Gur
Join veteran journalist Haviv Rettig Gur for a captivating discussion that strips away headlines to uncover the deeper truths of Israeli society and the origins of Zionism. Drawing on his extensive experience as an analyst and host of the Ask Haviv Anything podcast, he offers a nuanced exploration of the Israeli and Palestinian experiences, antisemitism, and the region’s historical turning points.
Walking Tour of Tel Aviv, Neve Tzedek & Old Jaffa.
High Level Tasting Tour at the Levinsky Market with Harry Rubenstein
Private Room or Jaffa – Guitar/Music
Overnight: The David Kempinski, Tel Aviv
Breakfast at the Hotel
Depart by Helicopter from the Herzliya Heliport to the Sea of Galilee
Capernaum
Known as “Jesus’ own city,” Capernaum served as the center of His Galilean ministry and is home to the remains of an ancient synagogue and the traditional site of Peter’s home.
The Mount of Beatitudes
Visit the traditional site where Jesus delivered the Sermon on the Mount, overlooking the Sea of Galilee.
Tabgha
Visit the traditional site of the Miracle of the Loaves and Fishes and the Church of the Primacy of Saint Peter.
Lunch at a Boutique Winery
Strategic Northern Security Briefing – TBC
A high-level briefing with a senior military, intelligence or regional affairs expert focusing on Israel’s northern borders, the evolving security landscape, and the geopolitical realities of Lebanon, Syria and the wider region.
Helicopter Transfer back to Tel Aviv
Dinner at Malka (Private Room)
Overnight: The David Kempinski, Tel Aviv
Breakfast at the Hotel
Security Speaker: Nadav Eyal- Avi Issachar
Travel to the South. We will embark on a meaningful experience to the Gaza Envelope, hear personal stories and October 7 resilience programming
Private Evening at the Home and Farm of Hedai Offaim, Tzafririm
Spend an unforgettable evening at the private home and farm of acclaimed chef and agro-entrepreneur Hedai Offaim, one of Israel’s leading pioneers of sustainable agriculture and the farm-to-table movement. From his home on Moshav Tzafririm, Hedai has built a nationally recognized culinary brand, producing award-winning organic cheeses, seasonal produce and wines, while establishing a collection of celebrated cafés across Israel showcasing the finest ingredients from his farm.
Enjoy an intimate farm-to-table dinner featuring exceptional organic produce, artisanal cheeses, freshly baked breads and estate wines, all produced on the farm. Throughout the evening, Hedai will share his personal journey, his vision for sustainable farming, entrepreneurship and contemporary Israeli society.
To further elevate the experience, it is also possible to host one of Israel’s leading musicians—such as Shay Tsabary or Ester Rada—for an intimate performance and conversation. Together with Hedai, they offer a unique dialogue on creativity, identity, resilience and contemporary Israeli culture, creating one of the most memorable and authentic evenings in Israel.
More than a dinner, this is an intimate window into contemporary Israel—where agriculture, innovation, music, culture and hospitality come together in an extraordinary setting.
Overnight: King David Hotel, Jerusalem
Breakfast at the Hotel & Check-Out of Hotel
Morning Briefing with a Leading Israeli Entrepreneur, Innovator or Economic Thought Leader – Tal Becker/Yossi Klein HaLevi
Begin the day with an engaging discussion exploring the remarkable story of Israel’s innovation ecosystem, entrepreneurial spirit and the country’s continued ability to thrive amidst regional challenges.
Panoramic Overview of Jerusalem (Mt Scopus City of David )
Experience your first breathtaking view of Jerusalem before descending into the city. Few places offer such a powerful introduction to the history and significance of the Holy City. Temple during the Second Temple period.
The Old City of Jerusalem- 3 Religions/4 Quarters/ 1 City
Dinner – Curated Machane Yehuda Experience – Tali Friedman
Overnight: King David Hotel, Jerusalem
Breakfast at the Hotel
Interactive Educational Session with Rachel Korazim – TBC
One of Israel’s most respected educators, Rachel Korazim prepares visitors for Yad Vashem through literature, poetry and personal narratives, providing a meaningful framework before entering the museum.
Yad Vashem Holocaust Museum and Memorial-Private Guided Tour with Shifra Poupko – TBC
A comprehensive guided visit to Israel’s official memorial to the victims of the Holocaust. This extended experience provides time to explore the museum thoughtfully while reflecting on one of the defining chapters of Jewish history.
Lunch
Free Time for Personal Exploration, Shopping or Relaxation
Return to Hotel
Return to the Hotel and Prepare for Shabbat
Kabbalat Shabbat at the Kotel (Western Wall).
Private Shabbat Dinner at the Jerusalem House of Quality
Overnight: King David Hotel, Jerusalem
Breakfast at the Hotel
In Depth Christian Quarter of the Old City of Jerusalem
Hummus Lunch in the Old City
Visit to Bethlehem with a local guide – Nativity- Milk Grotto-Sheppards Field
6:00 pm Catholic Mass Program at Notre Dam
Dinner – TBC
Overnight: King David Hotel, Jerusalem
Early Visit to the Temple Mount/Haram el Sharif
Breakfast at the Hotel
Eli Wurtman – TBC
Program Summary and Final Reflections.
Final Dinner at a winery near the airport & The Solomon Brothers
Depart to Ben Gurion Airport.
שלום ולהתראות!
Shalom U’lehitraot!
Price per person sharing a double room
Single Supplement for those rooming alone
The above program includes accommodation services at the following hotels or similar:
Payment Schedule:
The payment is via Visa, MasterCard or American Express or Bank transfer.
Cancellation policy:
All cancellations must be made in writing and addressed to Deborah: deborahr@routestravel.com. The cancellation fee depends on the date when Operator receives written notification of Customer’s request to cancel the booking.
Cancellation in Exceptional Situations:
Notwithstanding the terms detailed in Cancellation Section above, in the event that the cancellation of the entire group unavoidably results from Force Majeure or Acts of God, the following cancellation terms shall apply instead.
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