MAJOR ISRAEL Trips
Birthright Israel / Israel Free Spirit
(co-ed) Ages 18-26
The Birthright Israel trip covers roundtrip airfare plus 10 days of accommodations and unique programs in Israel. Any Jewish young adult aged 18-26 is eligible to apply for the gift unless they have been to Israel on a peer-group program after the age of 18.
One of the trip organizers is Israel Free Spirit, which we highly recommend.
Price: This trip is a gift from Birthright Israel
Website: http://www.israelfreespirit.com
JLE & JLE Connect
(Men)
The Jewish Learning Exchange gives Jewish men from diverse backgrounds and affiliations an opportunity to explore Israel and what it means to be Jewish. The JLE is famous for its extensive touring program ranging from half day & full day expeditions around Jerusalem to 3 day tours up to the Golan, to the Galilee and down to the Negev.
JLE Connect offers introductory skills for learning the Talmud and Chumash Basic Hebrew skills acquired through Ulpan, a greater understanding & appreciation of practical Jewish living, and a greater understanding of Jewish personal development.
Dates:
JLE: June 23 - July 7, 2025
JLE Connect: June 23 - July 14, 2025
Price: $499 (including airfare)
Website: JLE & JLE Connect
STEP
(men) short term study program
STEP is a three week program designed to: Give you an authentic taste of what it is like to study in Yeshiva. Give you the skills necessary to study Talmud and other texts without translation. Inspire you and strengthen your commitment to Torah and Mitzvot.
Dates:
May 18 - June 5, 2025
July 6 - July 24, 2025
Website: https://step.org.il/
Akiva
(Co-ed)
Akiva offers a unique mix of experiential and soulful experiences, designed for the student who is interested in exploring their Jewish background and history. Akiva takes 40 hand-picked students from across North America and offers them a unique blend of workshops and tours all while living in the ancient Old City of Jerusalem. This will be a trip to Israel, which you'll cherish for a lifetime.
Dates:
May 12 - May 28, 2025
June 10 - June 25, 2025
Price: $299 (Trip value - $3500)
Website: http://akivatrip.com/
Aish Aspire
(Women) Students & Young Professionals
Aish Aspire offers an immersive learning experience for women seeking depth, meaning, and personal growth through authentic Jewish wisdom. Tailored for students and working professionals, Aspire blends experiential learning, interactive classes, and spiritual development — all in a relaxed, supportive environment in the heart of Jerusalem.
Whether you're looking to recharge, reconnect, or elevate your Jewish journey, Aspire provides the tools, community, and inspiration to grow in body, mind, and soul.
Dates:
Year-round flexible sessions (1 to 3 months)
Includes full-time learning, Tuesday trips or volunteering, and optional extended learning tracks.
Website:
https://aishaspire.com/
