This mission is a focused, strategic, and deeply purposeful journey through Israel’s historic landscapes, frontline communities, and critical security zones. Participants will engage with guest speakers on security, defense, and regional challenges to gain firsthand understanding of Israel’s defense and the resilience of its people. Because this mission includes visits to sensitive and secured areas, many key sites cannot be publicly disclosed in this itinerary and will be revealed closer to departure. All participants will undergo security vetting to ensure program integrity and safety.
Among the many sites visited, there will also be significant biblical and spiritual locations — most notably the Sea of Galilee and the Jordan River — offering opportunities for those who wish to draw closer to their source of faith, reflect, pray, or have a devotion.
Though this is a tight itinerary with many scheduled visits, there will still be time to have fun, enjoy excellent meals in good locations — especially street food and open-air markets — and build friendships that will last a lifetime.
This is not a tourism trip. It is a fact-finding, activism, and advocacy mission designed to equip you with the knowledge, connections, and resolve to support Israel and Western security effectively.
Begin your mission with an overnight flight to Israel. Prepare mentally and spiritually for a demanding itinerary that will carry you from historic crossroads of civilization to modern-day frontlines, where the defense of Israel intersects with global security concerns.
Arriving in Israel, you will transfer to a beachfront hotel in Netanya, a city with strategic coastal importance. Jexit leadership will welcome you with an orientation covering mission goals, security protocols, and an introduction to Jexit’s humanitarian, educational, and activism work. You will meet fellow participants and guides, forging connections for the days ahead.
In the evening, enjoy a brief reflection as the sun sets over the Mediterranean, marking the symbolic start of your journey.
Travel along the ancient Via Maris trade route, beginning at Caesarea, where Herod the Great’s Roman harbor ruins reveal the imperial ambition of the first century BCE.
Next, visit Haifa, a city where Jews, Muslims, and Christians live together in harmony — a remarkable example and potential guideline for multi-faith communities around the world. Experience the stunning Baha’i Gardens — terraced gardens surrounding the Shrine of the Bab, the 19th-century founder of the Baha’i Faith.
Proceed to Akko, a historic port city with layers of history from Phoenician through Ottoman eras. Explore the Crusader Tunnel beneath the Old City, an engineering marvel providing insight into medieval military defenses. Sample local treats at the bustling market.
Conclude the day in Tiberias on the Sea of Galilee, where those who wish may take a quiet moment for reflection, prayer, or devotion. Evening guest speakers will discuss northern defense strategies and regional security implications.
After breakfast, we will depart the hotel for a full-day excursion into the Upper Galilee, focusing on the region’s geopolitical and social landscape.
Our journey will take us through Misgav Am, Gush Halav, and Baram, reaching the northern border areas that suffered heavily during the recent conflict. Along the way, we will meet with local residents and community leaders to hear first-hand accounts of life along this tense frontier.
If permitted by security authorities, we will also visit tunnels dug by Hezbollah, which serve as a stark reminder of ongoing threats and regional instability.
Through these encounters, we will gain a deeper understanding of the Lebanon–Hezbollah issue, the nature of cross-border tensions, and Israel’s efforts to maintain resilience in border communities.
By evening, we will return to the hotel for dinner and an in-depth discussion on the Lebanon–Israel conflict—exploring both the historical context and the potential for a new era of peace and cooperation between the two nations.
Today we travel north of Tiberias into the Golan Heights, an area rich in strategic, historical, and humanitarian significance. Our focus will be on Syria’s evolving situation, the Druze communities in the Golan and Syria, and Israel’s role in assisting the Syrian Druze during times of crisis.
We will visit the Druze villages, including Majdal Shams, where a tragic missile strike once killed 11 children. From there, we continue to the Valley of Tears, a site not only commanding views of the Syrian border but also memorializing heroic Israeli tank crews who halted massive Syrian armored forces during the Yom Kippur War. Here, we will discuss both the military history and the humanitarian coordination that allowed Israeli and Druze groups to assist Syrian Druze across the border.
Our visit will also include Mount Bental, where Syrian trenches and bunkers still stand, offering a vivid sense of the region’s military topography and its role in Israel’s defense.
Throughout these two days in Northern Israel, we will explore the unique cultural mosaic of the north—Jewish, Christian, Muslim, Druze, Circassian, and Greek Orthodox communities living side by side in both Upper Galilee and the Golan Heights. This coexistence offers a rare perspective on Israel’s social complexity—something many visitors from the United States may not fully grasp until witnessing it firsthand.
By evening, we will return to the hotel to reflect on our experiences and discuss the insights gained from two remarkable days in Northern Israel.
Today we begin our Jerusalem expedition - a most important and meaningful part of our journey. Just as we spent two intensive and enriching days in the Upper Galilee and the Golan Heights, our time in Jerusalem will be dedicated to gaining a deeper understanding of the region’s complexity, particularly the issues of security and defense—both in Jerusalem itself and throughout Judea and Samaria.
At the same time, we will explore a number of newly excavated sites that bring the ancient history of Jerusalem vividly back to life.
As we depart from Tiberias, our first stop will be at the Jordan River, at Yardenit, where those who wish will have the opportunity to be baptized in its historic waters. From there, we will continue our journey south through the Jordan Valley, passing by Jericho, and make our way up to Jerusalem. Upon arrival, we will begin our program in the city, using the remainder of the day to start our visits and guided touring.
Drive along the Jordan Valley up to Jerusalem. Upon our arrival our guide will take us to an overview of the city from the hillside overlooking Jerusalem and the Gehenna Valley. We continue just outside the Dung Gate on the southeastern hill below the Temple Mount in the City of David. It was during the time of Solomon that the city limits extended past this part of Jerusalem. We visit Gihon Springs, the original water source for Jerusalem, view new excavations including a typical Israelite four-room house, and the lower city wall. A highlight today will be a water walk through the incredible Hezekiah's Tunnel to the pool of Siloam. We will make our way walking along the newly opened Pilgrims Road which will bring us to the Davidson Center and the SouthernWall Excavations.
Dinner and Overnight
Visit Mount Herzl, Israel’s national military cemetery, honoring soldiers, leaders, and visionaries.
Continue to Yad Vashem, the World Holocaust Remembrance Center. Walk through personal accounts, artifacts, and memorial spaces to honor the six million Jews murdered by the Nazis. Learn about Jexit’s partnership with Yad Vashem to fight anti-Semitism worldwide, combat Holocaust denial, and confront Jew-hatred.
In the afternoon, explore the Israel Museum, including the Second Temple model and Dead Sea Scrolls.
End the day at Machane Yehuda Market, sampling local street foods and experiencing Jerusalem’s vibrant culture.
Evening Program: Kabbalat Shabbat - receiving of the Sabbath at the hotel.
Experience the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth at over 1,300 feet below sea level. Its mineral-rich waters — magnesium, potassium, calcium, and bromide — are prized for their therapeutic and cosmetic benefits. Float effortlessly, enjoy the mineral mud, and explore the health benefits that have made this a destination for centuries.
Ascend Masada, the legendary fortress built by King Herod and the site of the dramatic last stand of Jewish rebels during the Roman siege of 73 CE. Explore palaces, storerooms, and water systems, reflecting on courage, resilience, and the determination to live free.
Visit Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered, connecting ancient texts to contemporary faith traditions.
Tour the Temple Mount, discussing the fragility of access and worship, and the political sensitivities surrounding this sacred space. Walk part of the Via Dolorosa, visit sacred Christian sites, the Jewish Quarter, and institutions such as Aish HaTorah, meeting residents and hearing personal stories.
Later, pending security clearance tour a secured military and security installation to understand Jerusalem’s urban defense strategies and global relevance.
Journey to the Gaza Envelope, communities within a few kilometers of the Gaza border. Fortified schools, playgrounds with bomb shelters, and resilient gardens illustrate daily life under constant threat.
Visit Sderot. meeting local residents — children, parents, and elders — sharing personal stories of survival. Walk streets marked by past attacks, seeing both the scars of conflict and symbols of resilience.
Explore kibbutzim affected by October 7 - Netiv HaAsara, Be’eri, Kfar Aza, and Kisufim. Witness damaged structures, memorials, and hear survivors’ raw stories. Pause at the NOVA music festival site to honor young lives lost.
Meet both civilians and military personnel, observing the courage that unites the community. Conclude at a controlled vantage point overlooking Gaza, reflecting silently or praying amidst the view of ongoing conflict.
Return to Jerusalem for a stroll along Ben Yehuda Street, experiencing vibrant cafés, street performers, and shops — a reminder that life and joy persist even in the shadow of hardship.
Evening: closing gathering in Jerusalem to reflect, share insights, and say farewell. Evening: closing gathering in Jerusalem to reflect, share insights, and say farewell.
Transfer to Ben Gurion Airport for flights home, or join the optional Tel Aviv extension for a celebratory finale to the mission.
Tel Aviv Extension: The group stays together in a Mediterranean beachfront hotel, enjoying shared accommodations that foster camaraderie. Over this short extension, participants will explore Tel Aviv’s lively streets, including the Carmel Market, boutique neighborhoods, and beaches.
As a group, we’ll enjoy shared dining experiences — from fresh Mediterranean cuisine and street food to rooftop restaurants with stunning sea views. Evenings will feature walks along the promenade, shared rooftop gatherings, and opportunities to experience the city’s renowned nightlife. Tel Aviv’s energy is contagious; it’s a city that truly never sleeps.
This extension is a chance to celebrate the mission together, reflect on your experiences, and cement the bonds formed during the tour. Departures for the U.S. take place on Sunday.