Embark on the voyage of a lifetime in celebration of Israel’s 75th birthday. Optional tours to kick off the journey; you will have the option to explore Israel in many ways by choosing between several personalized tracks. On the evening of Yom Hazikaron (National Day of Remembrance), we will unite with the people of Israel to remember fallen soldiers, security forces, and victims of terror by attending an International Erev Yom Hazikaron ceremony.

Yom Hazikaron / Erev Yom Ha’Atzmaut. With the sounding of the siren, the country stops and remembers. No home goes untouched on this day. For 24 hours, families and communities unite to share personal stories of their fallen loved ones and draw awe and inspiration from their bravery and recovery. Together, as one, we remember. A day of Jewish and Israeli identity, a day of faith, and most importantly, the sense of a shared destiny for Jews in Israel and abroad. We will stand together as one community as we transition into an evening of celebration featuring art, music, and live performances.

Watch the Air Force Flyby in Tel Aviv during the annual Independence Day flyby, a popular and iconic event on Yom Ha’atzmaut. It is an aerial   spectacle that attracts tens of thousands to the Mediterranean coast and fills the beaches of Tel Aviv. Join the Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration with communities from around the world. We will then travel to Jerusalem, the heart of the country, the city of spiritualism, religion, and symbolism. Enjoy dinner on your own and a night at leisure. This is your chance to explore Jerusalem or meet up with friends and family!

Discover the layers of Jerusalem. On this day, we will have the chance, as a community, to explore Jerusalem and surrounding areas from different dimensions. Feel the love and bond with your fellow Montreal participants as we spend the day together, discovering and exploring all Jerusalem has to offer as one, united community.

Explore the food and wonders of Jerusalem. Discover Jerusalem & surrounding area. On this afternoon, you will have a chance to explore Jerusalem from different themes designed to expose different dimensions of the city from arts & culture, to adventure to innovation! Enjoy a festive Shabbat dinner with lone soldiers, Montrealer’s who have made Aliyah, Canadians on MASA program, and former Montreal Shinshinim.

A relaxing Shabbat day in Jerusalem offering optional walking tours with a variety of focuses such as arts and culture, multi-faith in the Old City and exploring the secrets of Hanevi’im Street. A beautiful end to a beautiful day. Ben Kodesh Lechol: Join us for an inspiring Havdalah service together with Israeli youth/Shinshinim. Dinner on your own and time to shop. This is the perfect opportunity to explore Ben Yehuda Street, Nachalt Shiva, and Mamilla Outdoor Mall.

Full track day that is full of surprises and will appeal to all of the senses. Delve into Masada and the Dead Sea. Take in the sights and sounds of nature, or enjoy a true view from the top with a desert hike scaling the cliffs. Explore real life facets of award-winning Netflix thriller FAUDA, maybe even meet a cast member or two!

As the journey unwinds, relationships deepen, lasting long after the trip is over. You will leave with meaningful friendships, a newfound sense of community, and memories to last a lifetime!