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12 days Morocco Jewish Cultural Heritage Tour

There are many Jewish heritage and cultural sights throughout the country that attest to these ancient communities, synagogues, cemetaries, Mellah’s (Jewish living quarters) and the only Jewish museum in the Arab world.

Morocco is a stunningly diverse country with breathtaking landscapes, ancient imperial cities and a profoundly rich culture. Our Jewish Cultural Heritage Grand Tour is the perfect combination of discovering this beautiful country and tracing the steps of Jewish ancestry in Morocco from the past to the present day.

Highlights : Casablanca – Hassan II Mosque, Museum of Moroccan Judaism of Casablanca, Mellah, Temple Beth- El Synagogue, Em Habanim & Neve Chalom, historic sites of Jewish Heritage, Rabat – Mellah, Hassan Tower, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Meknes– Mellah, tomb of Rabbi David Benmidan, Fes – Danan Synagogue, Maimonide Community Center, Ifrane, Seffrou – Mellah and Marrakesh – Lazama Synagogue,Mellah, largest Jewish cemetary in Morocco and Essaouira – Bet Ha-Knesset Simon Attias Synagogue, Mellah and Jewish cemeteries, Berber villages, camel trek in the Sahara Desert, Night sleeping in Luxury Camp in the Sahara, walking in Dades Valley, Kasbah Ait Ben Haddou, Ouarzazate

8 Days Moroccan Jewish Ancestry Tour

Step back in time with an 8 day tour tracing the steps of Jewish Ancestry in Morocco from the past to the present day.

Morocco has a rich and historical relationship with Jewish culture and a heritage that spans over thousands of years. Today there are still small Jewish communities in most of the bigger cities, they are the reminder that once there were over 250 000 Jews in Morocco in thriving communities across the country. There are many Jewish heritage and cultural sights throughout the country that attest to these ancient communities, synagogues, cemeteries, Mellah’s (Jewish living quarters) and the only Jewish museum in the Arab world.

Highlights

Casablanca – Hassan II Mosque, Museum of Moroccan Judaism of Casablanca, Mellah, Temple Beth- El Synagogue, Em Habanim & Neve Chalom, historic sites of Jewish Heritage, Rabat – Mellah, Hassan Tower, Mausoleum of Mohammed V, Meknes– Mellah, tomb of Rabbi David Benmidan, Fes – Danan Synagogue, Maimonide Community Center, Ifrane, Seffrou – Mellah and Marrakesh – Lazama Synagogue,Mellah, largest Jewish cemetary in Morocco and Essaouira – Bet Ha-Knesset Simon Attias Synagogue, Mellah and Jewish cemeteries

Itinerary

This journey is fully customizable and can be tailored to your individual preferences and travel style.

Authentic Havana Tour, Cuba

Experience Cuba and discover for yourself why this enigmatic Caribbean island creates such a compelling narrative. Cuba is an exhilarating feast for the senses! Intriguing architecture, beautiful classic cars dotting the streets, world-famous drinks and cigars, festive entertainment, and warm locals who genuinely love hosting contribute to the amazing atmosphere. While you may not consider a tropical island as a place steeped with Jewish tradition, Cuba was once the hub of Caribbean Jewish life. The history of the Cuban Jews stretches back to 1492. It is believed that Marranos (Spanish Jews who were forcibly converted to Catholicism) accompanied Columbus on his voyage, making Jews some of the first Europeans to set foot on the island. Hear and see the fascinating story of Cuba’s Jews, while soaking in everything this exotic destination has to offer! Cuba’s authentic flair and lively spirit are felt throughout every corner of Havana’s vibrant streets and breathtaking natural sites.

Seattle & The Pacific NorthWest

Join us on a 7 or 9 day adventure through Seattle and the Pacific Northwest surroundings.

Sunday: Arrival Day, check-in and enjoy a delicious dinner to kickstart the trip.

Monday: Day 1 We explore the streets of Seattle and Pike Place Market and then take a scenic boat ride of the city’s seafront and Ballard Locks on an Argosy Cruise. Then, we’ll visit the Chihuly Garden and Museum and end the day at the iconic Space Needle.

Tuesday: Day 2, we’ll embark on a scenic journey to Mount Rainier and enjoy a one-kilometre walk to the Narada Waterfall. We’ll also visit the Henry M Jackson visitor center and Tipsoo Lake.

Wednesday: Day 3, starts with a tour of the Jewish heritage, rich history, and landmarks in Seattle. Enjoy a delicious Kosher restaurant lunch, followed by an immersive experience at the Boeing Museum.

Thursday: Day 4, we’ll visit Snoqualmie Falls and enjoy a scenic view of the waterfall, the nearby Hydroelectric Museum and the Northwest Railway Museum. We’ll end the day with a mini hike on Tiger Mountain.

Friday: Day 5, Sipping and Sightseeing in Seattle, a tour of the Starbucks Roastery, and early finish of the day after the Sky View Observatory, taking in the 360-degree views of the city from the top.

Prepare for a relaxing Shabbat. Enjoy inspiring shiurim, delicious meals in the hotel, and well-deserved rest on Shabbat before checking out after Breakfast on Sunday morning.

* Seattle Jewish history click here https://www.hadassahmagazine.org/2007/05/12/jewish-traveler-seattle

Optional extra 2-day adventure in Washington’s Olympic National Park! Add $1600 per person.

You’ll kick off the Sunday Day 8, by exploring the historic Fort Warden Military Base National Park and the Marine Science Museum in Townsend, followed by a delicious packed lunch at the park. After a quick coffee break in Water Street, we’ll embark on a breathtaking drive to Mount Olympus and the Hurricane Ridge Centre overlook, where you’ll get to witness panoramic views of the Olympic Mountains, followed by short 0.5-mile loop with stunning views and 220ft of elevation gain. Stay the night at the cosy 7 Cedars Hotel.

On Monday, Day 9 embarking on a journey to Salmon Cascades, where you’ll stretch your legs along the river on the way to the Sol Duc Falls trailhead. This spectacular waterfall is a 1.5-mile out-and-back hike and a must-visit for nature lovers. Following, we’ll head to Rialto Beach for a 1-hour lunch break, with an optional 1.5-mile hike to the famous Hole in the Wall for the best tidepools in the park.

Our adventure continues with a visit to the Hoh Rain Forest, where you’ll explore the Hall of Mosses, a 0.8-mile loop trail through the towering conifers and maples covered in moss. After a day filled with breathtaking views and unforgettable experiences, we’ll make our way back to Seattle for a sumptuous Kosher restaurant dinner. We will spend the night back at the luxurious Hyatt Regency, before departing back to the airport on Tuesday Day 10 after breakfast.

Don’t miss out on this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to explore the beauty and wonder of Olympic National Park with Kosher Travelers! Book now for the adventure of a lifetime!

Kosher Travelers is committed to providing all meals of the highest quality and under strict kosher supervision. We choose the hotels based on the hotel’s willingness and ability to accommodate our kashrut needs and/or the proximity to kosher restaurants if available.

On this tour, all meals will be under the supervision of www.seattlevaad.org

Temple Mount Tour

The Temple Mount – Haram a Sharif, Holy to Jews, Muslims and Christians. International Flashpoint.

The most contested piece of real-estate in Jerusalem and maybe in the world. * Please make sure to contact the guide directly to confirm and get precise coordinates for the meeting place and time

* Limited hours to non-Muslim visitors via designated entrance only.

* Please see bottom of this description for important details on rules for non Muslim visitors. Holy to Jews as the site of the First and Second Jewish Temples Holy to Islam in connection to the Night Journey of Muhamad as described in the Koran. See artifacts from the ancient history dating back to King Herod and before and see the Al Aqsa Mosque and the Dome of the Rock earliest Islamic shrines dating back to the 7th century in the early Islamic period.

Important details on rules for non Muslim visitors to. Religious items and books of other faiths are not allowed through the security check leading to the Temple Mount. If you are carrying this type of item in your bags you might be turned away at the security gate.

Many Rabbis rule that it is forbidden to enter the Temple Mount because of the holiness of the site. Those who do ascend first prepare themselves by immerging in ritual bath and do not wear leather shoes. Jewish visitors should look into this and make their own decision pre arrival. Please send a direct message to the guide of this tour to let me know if you are an observant Jew and plan to come on this tour as I can plan the path appropriately.

Introduction to Machane Yehuda Market

Jerusalem’s famous Machane Yehuda Shuk open market is bustling with activity day and night.

During the day this is a popular site for shopping for fresh produce, vegetables, fish, meat, and dairy products as well as multiple options for Israeli street food, Falafel, shwarma, and others. In the evening the Shuk takes on an additional “personality” and becomes one of Jerusalem’s most exciting nightlife locations with endless choices of restaurants and bars filling the place of the fruit stands that have closed down for the night. You have to see it to understand. After hours of work by street artists who have painted the doors of the shops with hundreds of graffiti murals including portraits of many Israeli and international historical figures.

On this tour, we will hear the stories and learn the unique history of the Shuk and enjoy the special culture of this place. Food tasting available for additional cost.

Tel Aviv Highlights Running Tour – 10k

Come run with us through the alleys of old jaffa and the modern streets of Tel Aviv.
We will start our run outside of the old train station ” HaTachana” and then we will run through some of the well-known architectural, cultural, culinary, and historical highlights of Tel Aviv- Jaffa. The tour includes The Jaffa port, Old Jaffa, Neve Tzedek, Independence Hall, and Rothchild avenue. Habima, Rabin Square, and Tel Avis’s Boardwalk.

We will have many photos ops and also share our great energy-filled date balls.

Troyes Synagogue and Rashi’s House Exhibition Tour

In 2016, an extraordinary project was born, hosted in the Troyes Synagogue: providing a “house” for Rashi in his native town, set inside a typical 17th-century Champagne-style background. After four years of work, the results of the synagogue’s restoration are exceptional: visitors are invited to pray under the splendid glass roof of the sanctuary, wander amidst a 2000-square-meter labyrinth of courtyards, halls and cellars and learn about the adventure of this reconstruction. The synagogue of Troyes also invites visitors to immerse themselves in Rashi’s universe, through an ambitious exhibition titled “Rashi’s House”, in which visitors can discover Rashi and his work, thanks to an immersive and innovative digital scenography. This exhibition shares the story of Rashi and his disciples, who were able to transmit the soul of French Judaism far beyond the borders of the Champagne area, influencing rabbinical literature far beyond the 13th century, end of the Tossafists era in Champagne. A recreated oratory and bet hamidrash (study hall) immerse visitors in the medieval Troyes of Rashi. Visitors are also invited to study Rashi’s commentaries on digital devices, creating an innovative interactive experience.

Baku Soviet and Modern Pop-Culture Private Walking Tour

Private Walking Tour in Baku to explore busy central streets and hear exquisite stories of love and hatred, contrast and harmony from Soviet and Modern Pop-Culture.

On this Free Baku Tour, you will explore the social-cultural-leasure heart of downtown Baku labelled as “Tarqovı” (Nizami street) and learn about exquisite stories of love and hatred, rise and fall, happiness and tragedy, turmoil and tranquillity, contrast and harmony from confluent lives of oil barons, Soviet times and everyday people.

You will be guided to the social and cultural formation of Fountains Square (then Parapet), Nizami (then Torgovaya), and Khagani (Xəqani; then Molokanskaya) streets in Baku based on real-life stories, urban legends, and myths that have been developed through socialist Soviet and capitalist modern times. The tour ends with a free cup of black Azerbaijani tea at Coffee Moffie, a local coffee shop.

HIGHLIGHT

Explore downtown on 2.5 hours walking tour
Understand Soviet times and Pop-Culture in Baku
Hear about Urban legends and myths
Soak up the atmosphere of popular culture
Empathize with the love stories of Baku
Spot central pubs and cafes
Led by a local guide
Tour ends with a glass of local wine

The tour takes place EVERY DAY. However, booking is REQUIRED

Jewish walking tour

On this Jewish-themed city tour of Copenhagen, you will hear about the amazing history of Danish Jewry, from when the first Jews were invited by the King Christian 4th in 1622, up to the present time.

A specially trained Jewish guide will share his/her personal stories about the miraculous rescue of more than 7,000 Danish Jews during the Nazi occupation in October 1943 and about Jewish life today.

While walking through the old city centre of Copenhagen, we will of course also tell you about the many landmarks we pass on our way. This includes:

The Copenhagen Synagogue
City Hall
The Copenhagen University
The Parliament
Christiansborg Palace
The Round Tower
The Old Stock Exchange
The Pedestrian Mall ”Ströget”
The Danish-Jewish Museum

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