Travel with the Jewish Federation of St. Louis to Israel! This exclusive Men’s Mission invites you to experience Israel in a way you have never seen before. Join us for six inspiring days of action, connection, culture, and community.
Itinerary Highlights draft as of 7/30/2025 – Subject to change.
- Opening dinner at the House of Quality with a briefing from Avi Mayer, the immediate past Editor-in-Chief of The Jerusalem Post.
- Zip Line through Jerusalem, experiencing the historic beauty of the city like never before as you glide along an exhilarating course with stunning panoramas.
- Go beyond the headlines as we explore the geopolitics of Jerusalem with Dr. Dan Tirza and examine the security barrier and discuss its effects.
- Festive Shabbat dinner with lone soldiers, soldiers living in Israel without their immediate families.
- Jerusalem from Above: Climb to the top of the Tower of David for a stunning panoramic overview of the Old City
- Visit the Logistic Center of United Hatzalah, Israel’s largest all-volunteer emergency medical organization.
- Afternoon visits with St. Louis’ Partnership2Gether Region, Yokneam-Megiddo.
- Learn Krav Maga, is an Israeli form of self-defense, developed for the Israel Defense Forces.
- Rehabilitating Wounded War Heroes: Meet Major (Ret.) Sagi Dovev at Sheba Hospital. Dovev, a former elite IDF commander, has been instrumental in rehabilitating wounded soldiers following the October 7th attacks.
- Visit Amigour, a life-changing social housing initiative funded by the Jewish Agency for Israel (JAFI), dedicated to providing safe, affordable housing for Holocaust survivors, elderly immigrants, and vulnerable populations in Israel.
- Take part in a hands-on, flavor-packed culinary workshop with an Israeli chef! Dive into the vibrant world of Israeli cuisine, learning to prepare delicious local dishes using fresh, seasonal ingredients.
- Exclusive Bar Hopping Experience in Tel Aviv: Get ready to experience Tel Aviv’s legendary nightlife with a sophisticated twist. Enjoy a curated Bar Hopping Tour, top-quality drinks, elegant atmospheres, and vibrant social scenes.
Additional Important Trip Information
What is Included
What’s Included
- VIP transfer to hotel upon arrival in Israel
- Five (5) nights at hotels mentioned above
- All transportation within Israel
- Six (6) days with a private, licensed, government-certified English-speaking Tour Guide
- All speakers, entrance and activity fees per itinerary
- Daily breakfast at the hotel, 4 lunches and 5 dinners (with alcohol)
- Water, snacks and Wi-Fi on the bus
- Gratuities for bus driver and tour guide
What is NOT included
Not included:
- Travel to and from Israel
- Travel insurance, if you choose
- Personal expenses or incidentals at the hotel
- Additional nights at the hotel if you extend your stay (although we can help coordinate)
Local medical insurance or travel insurance, strongly recommended.
Cost & Registration Details
Total Cost:
Double Occupancy – $5,360
Single Occupancy – $6,545
* Rooms assume double occupancy with a king bed or two twin beds
Payment Timeline:
- Upon Registration: $500.00
- 90 Days Prior to Arrival: Payment in Full
- Final Payment: $2,585 double occupancy or $3,275 single occupancy (additional $690) due by Monday, January 12
A 2.5% Credit Card Convenience Fee will be added to Credit Card payments; Payments can also be paid via check.
Hotel Accomodations
| City | Hotel Name | Check-In | Check Out | Nights | Room Category |
| Jerusalem | David Citadel | February 19 | February 22 | 3 | Superior New City View |
| Tel Aviv | Hilton | February 22 | February 24 | 2 | Deluxe Sea View |
Why Travel with Us?
We value the power of community. Traveling with the Jewish Federation of St. Louis gives you a unique opportunity to witness and be inspired by the Federation’s role in ensuring a vibrant Jewish future. Connect with communities across the globe and return not just with memories, but with a renewed sense of purpose, identity, and belonging.
