9:00-10:00 AM
Breakfast at hotel
10:00-10:15 AM
Meet your guide in hotel lobby
10:45-1:30 PM
Option 1: Remembering the Holocaust
A comprehensive private tour of Yad Vashem including the Historical Museum, The Children’s Memorial, and the Hall of remembrance. As the Jewish people’s living memorial to the Holocaust, Yad Vashem safeguards the memory of the past and imparts its meaning for future generations. Take part in a special twinning program that matches the Bar and Bat Mitzvah children with children from the Holocaust, highlighting connections, and creating a special understanding of the tragedy of the past.
Option 2: The Biblical Zoo
Visit the Biblical Zoo in Jerusalem for an exciting day surrounded by the many animals and the beautiful landscape of the Judean Hills.
1:45-3:30 PM
The Heart of Jerusalem
A tasting tour through the Machane Yehuda fresh produce market, take in the sights and sounds of this fantastic Jerusalem institution, and grab some lunch on the way. Hear the stories of the many different ethnic backgrounds of the vendors who bring the wares to the market and see the influence from the incredible diversity of cultures: Morocco, Yemen, Iraq, Ethiopia, and so many more.
3:30-4:00 PM
Return to hotel
5:30-5:45 PM
Depart hotel and travel to Piccolino restaurant
6:00-8:00 PM
Farewell Dinner
Upon completion of study of a sacred text, Jews ritualize a form of goodbye to that text by reciting Hadran Alach (“we will return to you”). You may have completed this part of the journey but a goodbye is never final. Enjoy a festive farewell Dinner at Piccolino restaurant or Loft Events by La Guta.
Overnight at Mamilla
