Morning
Breakfast at hotel
8:15-8:30 AM
Meet your guide in hotel lobby
9:00-12:00 PM
Remembering the Holocaust
A comprehensive tour of Yad Vashem including the Historical Museum, The Children’s Memorial and the Hall of remembrance. As the Jewish people’s living memorial to the Holocaust, Yad Vashem safeguards the memory of the past and imparts its meaning for future generations.
Take part in a special Twinning Program that matches the Bar and Bat Mitzvah children with children from the Holocaust, highlighting connections, and creating a special understanding of the tragedy of the past.
OPTIONAL: Sataf Hill Hike
Hike down the trail (or drive) to the ancient springs at Sataf hill, including a chance to walk through the water channel to reach the source of the spring (bring water shoes and flashlight!). The Biblical landscape was home to agriculture watered from the springs and remains an active community farming area, and fun water hole to cool off.
12:30-2:00 PM
Meorav Yerushalmi
A tasting tour through the Machane Yehuda fresh produce market, take in the sights and sounds of this fantastic Jerusalem institution, and grab some lunch on the way. Hear the stories of the many different ethnic backgrounds of the vendors who bring the wares to the market and see the influence from the incredible diversity of cultures: Morocco, Yemen, Iraq, Ethiopia, and so many more.
2:15-2:45 PM
Return to hotel
7:00-10:00 PM
It’s Show Time!
Gather all in honor of the B’nei Mitzvah for a heart-melting ceremony, followed by a festive dinner.
Overnight at Mamilla
