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Israel Journey

DATES: June 19 - July 9 l June 26 - July 16 l July 3 - July 23 l July 10 - July 30

LENGTH: 21 Days

GRADES: Current 9th-12th

COST: $4,750 (Includes flights from NYC)

EXPERIENCE: Israel

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BBYO Passport’s flagship Israel experience with a focus on active touring, cross-cultural interactions, and an informal education approach. Journey from the Galilee in the north to the tropical Red Sea in the south, and experience a Shabbat in Jerusalem, sunrise on Masada, and trendy Tel Aviv along the way.

Availability Alert

The following Israel Journey trip dates have limited availability:

Israel Journey #1 (June 19 - July 9)
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Israel Journey #2 (June 26 - July 16)
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Israel Journey #3 (July 3 - July 23)
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Israel Journey #4 ( July 10 - July 30)
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About the Experience

Join teens from around the world on a once-in-a-lifetime summer in Israel. Israel Journey is a three-week cross-country experience – from the Golan Heights in the north to the tropical Red Sea in the far south…and everything in between. Along the way, we walk in the footsteps of Jewish history, experience the vibrancy of modern Israeli culture, and connect with Israel’s colorful society.

The program includes visits to all of Israel’s most important sites – ancient Jerusalem, contemporary Tel Aviv, the Galilee, the Negev Desert. the Dead Sea and the heights of Masada. We also make time to experience Israel’s off-the-beaten-path charm -- enjoying a bonfire on the beach, taking part in an active archeological dig, sampling unique Middle Eastern cuisine, and participating in the re-birth of Israel by planting a tree in a new forest.

The Israel Journey experience is more than just a tour. It is also about discovering the meaning of contemporary Zionism, exploring our Jewish identity from an Israeli point of view, delving into the intricacies of Middle Eastern politics, and connecting to our Jewish soul through a series of meaningful community service and spiritual experiences. Join us on the journey.

Trip Highlights

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Explore the tunnels, rooftops & alleys of Jerusalem's Old City
Float in the Dead Sea and climb the Masada desert fortress at sunrise
Dig at an active archeological excavation
Snorkel in the tropical Red Sea and raft down the Jordan River
Learn first-hand about contemporary Israeli politics
Experience the culture and color of ultra-cool Tel Aviv
Connect with fellow Israeli teens
Spend a meaningful Shabbat in Jerusalem
Trek the desert by camel and experience a Bedouin tent bonfire feast
Hands-on service projects such as harvesting for the hungry and meeting recent Ethiopian immigrants

Flying on EL AL Airlines from NYC

BBYO is proud to announce that all Israel Journey and Israel Journey Plus trips are flying direct on EL AL Airlines from New York City. EL AL Airlines is the national airlines of the State of Israel and has a reputation for quality as well as the highest security standards in the world. All Israel trips include a group flight leaving from New York City.

Itinerary Snapshot

Check out the program itinerary for a fuller picture of what this experience is about...

WEEK #1 / Jerusalem & Mediterranean Coast
Land at Ben Gurion Airport in Israel and begin the ascent to Jerusalem where we will spend the first part of the week walking the Old City and exploring the history of our ancestors. From Jerusalem we head up the Mediterranean Coast to the Western Galilee where we spend our first Shabbat on the beach.

WEEK #2 / Galilee, Golan Heights & Tel Aviv
Travel eastwards through the Galilee as we learn about the mystics of ancient Safed (Tsfat), take in the beauty of the Golan Heights, learn about kibbutz life, and explore the greenest and most water-filled region of Israel. We close out week two with a visit to Tel Aviv, Israel's cultural capital and one of the world's most trendy cities.

WEEK #3 / Eilat, Negev Desert & Jerusalem
Head due south to Eilat, Israel's southernmost tip where we snorkel in the tropical Red Sea and learn about Israel's unique desert ecology. Continue on for a sunrise hike to Masada followed by an unforgettable float in the Dead Sea. The trip concludes by returning to where we started in Jerusalem with a somber visit to Yad Vashem followed by a moving Shabbat experience at the Western Wall.

What's Included & More

Program Package

Round-trip flights from NYC
Accommodations (hotels, kibbutz lodging, and Bedouin tent!)
All meals (kosher)
Activities & entrance fees
Deluxe motorcoach
Dynamic staff team
Security escort & monitoring
Medical insurance (excludes pre-existing conditions)

Trip Links

Program Itinerary
Pre-Trip Prep 2011
Why Israel, Why Now?
Safety & Security
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Connections & Extensions

7-Day Israel Extension

Keep the memories going and extend the core Israel Journey program for a fourth week. We call it Israel Journey Plus. The first half of the “bonus week” takes place at Gadna, the IDF's basic training-style program for high school teens from abroad. The second half of the week is a community-based service project experience. These campus-based experiences provide an excellent alternative to the traditional touring format. The experiences are designed to open a window on two unique aspects of Israeli society. Make the most of your time in Israel. Learn More: Israel Journey Plus

Connecting Two Experiences

Sign-on for a full summer of eye-opening multi-continent travel. This experience can be connected seamlessly with the following worldwide BBYO Passport programs. Make the most of the summer. Explore your options...