Temple Beth Emeth Israel Journey

Multiple Voices, Multiple Narratives

TBE Israel/Palestine Journey

Global Leader in Socially Conscious Travel.

Tour Dates

February 3-10, 2027

Registration Deadline: November 5, 2026

$3,850 USD per person*

I want to invite you to join me for a journey to Israel and Palestine that is meant to be as meaningful as it is eye-opening.

Over the course of the week, we’ll walk the streets of Jerusalem, pray at the Western Wall (Kotel), and stand on the Temple Mount while hearing from both Israeli and Palestinian guides about what this sacred place means to them. We’ll visit Yad Vashem and reflect on the enduring moral weight of Jewish memory, welcome Shabbat together in Jerusalem, and spend time with educators, activists, and community leaders who are working, often against the odds, to build a more just and shared future. We’ll also encounter the energy of Tel Aviv, meet Israelis from many different communities, and listen to Palestinian voices about life in this land today.

My hope is that this trip will challenge us, deepen our understanding, and give us the opportunity to wrestle together with the history, beauty, pain, and possibility of this extraordinary place.

*Double occupancy, based on a minimum of 14 travelers in the group.

VIRTUAL TOUR INFORMATION SESSION:

Date: Tuesday, June 23 (6:00pm CT)

Zoom Link: https://templebethemeth.zoom.us/j/83228458856

Join Rabbi Josh to explore the tour highlights, learn about MEJDI’s Dual Narrative approach, hear why this journey matters, and get your questions answered.

TRIP INCLUDES

7 nights’ lodging at 3-4* accommodations

2 MEJDI-Trained guides for 1-2 days per itinerary

1 MEJDI-Trained guide for 6 days per itinerary

6 days of private bus transportation per itinerary

Small group transfers upon arrival

Meals listed in the itinerary: 7 breakfasts, 3 lunches, 4 dinners

Entrances, sites, and experiences per itinerary

Honoraria for speakers and organizations per itinerary

Dedicated pre-trip customer service and 24/7 ground support

$3,850

TRIP DOES NOT INCLUDE

International Airfare

Travel Insurance-HIGHLY RECOMMENDED

Single Supplement = $850

Customary tips for drivers, guides, and hotel staff (estimated $50-$100 total per person)

Meals not mentioned in the itinerary

Anything not explicitly mentioned in the included section

Your Group Leader

Rabbi Josh Whinston has served as the Senior Rabbi of Temple Beth Emeth in Ann Arbor, Michigan since 2016. His work focuses on building a vibrant, thoughtful Jewish community rooted in learning, ethical responsibility, spiritual depth, and meaningful relationships. Rabbi Whinston is deeply committed to Jewish learning and teaching across generations. His sermons and classes bring classical Jewish texts into conversation with contemporary moral and social challenges, inviting congregants to engage seriously with Jewish tradition while applying its wisdom to modern life. He is particularly passionate about creating spaces where people can wrestle with difficult questions, deepen their Jewish identity, and strengthen their commitment to community.

In addition to his teaching and pastoral work, Rabbi Whinston is involved in leadership initiatives that support Jewish learning, communal dialogue, and engagement with Israel and global Jewish life. He is a current fellow at the Shalom Hartman Institute and previously served as a Brickner Rabbinic Fellow and an American Jewish World Service Global Justice Fellow, programs that reflect his commitment to Jewish ethical leadership and social responsibility. Rabbi Whinston was ordained at the Hebrew Union College–Jewish Institute of Religion in Los Angeles, where he also earned master’s degrees in Hebrew Letters and Jewish Education. He previously served congregations in Connecticut, California, and Washington State before coming to Temple Beth Emeth.

Light to Moderate Activity

The itinerary for this trip has light physical demands including walking tours of up to a few hours at a time (with breaks) on uneven surfaces (i.e. Jerusalem Old City stone) and sitting in a motor coach for up to a few hours at a time. Most sites will be accessible to travelers with minor mobility limitations. No other strenuous activities (hiking, adventure, etc.) are featured.

Please contact [email protected] with any questions.

Before you Register

Read through the Terms and Conditions. A minimum number of travelers is needed in order to confirm this tour. Deposits are refundable if the minimum number is not met prior to the registration deadline.

Do not book your flight until you receive the tour confirmation email from us. This tour requires a minimum number of travelers to run and we will send out the tour confirmation (and update this note on the webpage) as soon as we have met that number.

Travel insurance for Israel is currently in flux and limited. Once the trip is confirmed, we will provide guidance on available trip protection options. You are encouraged to begin exploring travel insurance options to see what may work best for you.

If you have pre-existing conditions or specific questions, please contact us at [email protected].

Tour Registration

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MEJDI was one of the first global tour companies to earn B Corp Certification back in 2014, long before B Corp became widely recognized beyond sustainability circles. For us, this certification is a transparent way to demonstrate that we stand by our values: we ensure local vendors are paid fair wages, prioritize small, locally-owned businesses, and treat our partners and staff with dignity and respect. This deep commitment to social change drives MEJDI’s mission: “We exist to create a more peaceful and interconnected world through travel.”

Multiple Voices, Multiple Narratives TBE Israel/Palestine Journey