Community Journey to Israel

Join Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta for an unforgettable Community Journey to Israel, January 27 to February 2, 2027.

Experience Israel through the people, places and stories that bring the country to life. Stand side by side with our community in Israel, see firsthand the impact of Federation’s work, and deepen your connection to global Jewish peoplehood through meaningful encounters with the people and families of Israel.

Date & Time
January 27 to February 2, 2027
Location

Israel

Price

Payment 1: $1000 non-refundable deposit due at time of registration.

Payment 2: $4,200 due December 1, 2026.

ADDITIONAL NOTES

  • Participants requiring a hotel the evening on 1/26 will be in addition to registration cost for journey
  • There is an additional cost for single rooms which will be collected during final payment in the amount of $1,386

  • Flight cost is not included.

Community Journey | Jan 27 – Feb 2

Highlights

Experience Israel from multiple perspectives, through its people, communities, history, culture and the relationships that connect Jewish Atlanta to Israel.

  • VIP tour of ANU Museum of the Jewish People
  • Israeli Culinary Challenge – visit Tel Aviv’s innovative Cooking Studio
  • Visit Kibbutz Nahal Oz, our partner community on the Gaza border and the  Nova Festival site
  • Tasting at Oren Winery, founded in memory of family member killed on October 7th
  • Walking tour in Jerusalem’s old city
  • Visit the Lebanon border and explore the evolving security landscape along the northern border
  • An Evening with the IDF, a behind-the scenes look at daily life of those that protect Israel
  • Yokneam Megiddo: Exploring the impact of partnership and connection
Additional Details
Recommended Flights
  • EL AL LY28 depart 1/26 Newark 1:15pm – Arrive at 6:30am Tel Aviv on 1/27
  • EL AL 25 depart 2/3 12:05am – 5:05am Newark
Passport Information

Please confirm that your passport is valid for six months from date of return.

Activity Level

“How fit do I have to be?” The answer is simple: You do not have to be an athlete in any way, shape or form. However, we will be walking a lot.

Register Today!

Have a question? Contact Susie
smackler@jewishatlanta.org
2027 Journeys Committee Leadership

Debbie Kurzweil, Co-Chair
Jennifer Korach, Co-Chair

Jewish Federation Leadership

Debbie Kuniansky, Board Chair
Carolyn Oppenheimer, 2027 Campaign Chair
Avery Kastin, 2027 Campaign Vice Chair
Renee Kutner, President & CEO