Our Jewish heritage tours to Israel are designed to give an authentic insight into Israel from a Jewish perspective – exploring the historical, political, and religious sites and institutions that make it such a unique place to visit. The tours will also give the opportunity to try authentic kosher Israeli cuisine.
DISCOVER
ISRAEL
Home to the ancient architecture of Jerusaleum and Nazareth, Israel is a must-visit location for anyone with a deep interest in Jewish history and global patterns of migration. It is also a place of true natural beauty, with countless national parks, gardens and nature reserves to visit. In the vibrant city of Tel Aviv, you’ll find beautiful beaches, cultural hotspots, great food and a thriving social scene.
Experiences include visiting the Dead Sea, the Mediterranean and the desert, meeting unique and influential people in different fields, and tasting some of Israel’s finest food and kosher wine. We’ll offer an insight into the fascinating layers of Israeli society, in all its beautiful variety.
ISRAELI CUISINE
Israeli cuisine is made of a variety of locally-invented dishes, but also dishes brought back to Israel by Jews from the Diaspora, particularly the Mizrahi, Sephardic and Ashkenazi styles of cooking. The result is a delicious culinary melting pot.
Traditional Israeli food was mainly based on seven ingredients: olives, figs, dates, pomegranates, wheat, barley and grapes. After the Jews of Spain were expelled in 1492, many migrated to countries in the Ottoman Empire. When some returned to Israel, they brought with them new cooking influences, creating foods such as sambousek, vegetable gratin, stuffed vegetables, and rice and bulgur pilafs.
Today, Israeli cuisine often involves foods commonly eaten in other Middle Eastern countries, such as falafel, hummus and couscous. However, due to migration and the Jewish diaspora, types of cuisines from all over the world can be found in Israel today.
FROM A JEWISH PERSPECTIVE
Israel is a significant location for the majority of Jewish people, due to its rich and deep history. The people of modern day Israel share the same language and culture shaped by the Jewish heritage and religion passed through countless generations. Jews have had a continuous presence in Israel for the past 3,300 years.
Our Jewish heritage tours to Israel are designed to engage participants from a Jewish perspective – exploring the historical, political, and religious sites and institutions that make Israel such a unique destination. Israel is a rich melting pot of diverse cultures, religions, landscapes and heritage, and on a personal level, it is our home. To encapsulate the country we love, we’ve curated authentic experiences that provide an unparalleled look into the true heart of Israel.