Embark on a transformative journey with Hadassah as we explore the rich tapestry of history and culture From Poland to Israel. This mission is a unique opportunity to delve into the profound narratives of resilience and heritage, tracing the footsteps of our shared Jewish history. Join us in fostering connections, deepening understanding, and celebrating the enduring spirit of our community across time and place.
* Trace the footsteps of resilience and heritage, fostering connections and celebrating the enduring spirit of our community across time and place.
* Commemorate our survival with visits to significant Holocaust sites in Poland, including Auschwitz-Birkenau and memorials in Warsaw.
* Experience the diverse narratives of Jewish heritage, from the old Jewish district in Krakow to the vibrant contemporary scene in Tel Aviv's Florentin neighborhood.
* Explore modern Israel with visits including Hadassah's cutting-edge medical facilities, a geopolitical bus tour around Jerusalem, and a sensory immersion in Machane Yehuda Market, reflecting the country's innovation and vibrant culture.
YOUR TOUR TO POLAND & ISRAEL INCLUDES:
1 night Intercontinental Hotel, Warsaw
2 nights Radisson Blu Hotel Krakow, Krakow
5 nights Inbal Hotel, Jerusalem,
2 nights Ruth Safed Hotel, Safed
All touring and sightseeing in an deluxe motorcoach with an expert English-speaking guide
Internal coach flight from Krakow to Tel Aviv
Breakfast daily
Boxed lunch in Krakow
Lunch at the Salad Trail
Druze cooking workshop + lunch
Welcome dinner in Warsaw
Dinner at JCC Krakow
Welcome dinner in Jerusalem
Shabbat dinner at our Jerusalem hotel
Machane Yehuda cooking class + dinner
Dinner at Bat Yaar Ranch
1 dinner at our Safed hotel
Farewell dinner at a Tel Aviv restaurant
Airport transfers if arriving/departing with the main group
Entrance fees per itinerary
Porterage
Bottled water on the bus
Whisper headsets
NOT INCLUDED:
Roundtrip airfare, departure taxes and fuel surcharges
Border taxes or visa fees
Tips to guide, driver and service personnel ($25 per person, per day; pre-collected)
Meals not listed above
Items of a personal nature
Travel insurance (recommended - group policy available)
Any costs associated with Covid-19 testing or vaccination
TOUR DIFFICULTY LEVEL:
Normal: Suitable for participants with a reasonable level of fitness. Tours may include a mix of walking and light physical activity, some stairs and longer walks, perhaps even an easy hike. The terrain may have some elevation changes, but overall, it's manageable for the average person.