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Everest Base Camp Trek

Everest Base Camp Trek – Kosher & Shomer Shabbos

The EBC trek is perhaps the most famous in the world. Ideal for those who are new to the delights of trekking.

You will find yourself immersed in the wonders of this beautiful country, with its idyllic blue roofed houses, colourful prayer flags, fragrant rhododendrons, friendly Sherpa life and breath-taking scenery. We trek through the prosperous Sherpa capital, Namche Bazaar and many other delightful Sherpa villages, including Tengboche with its impressive temple and the quieter farming village of Dingboche. At many points along this route you will stand in awe amidst breath-taking mountain views of one of the most beautiful peaks in the world; Ama Dablam, leading to the towering faces of Everest itself.

Jewish Kolín

The history of the Jewish community in Kolín goes back to the 14th century. Due to its location and significance, Kolín is called “the Jerusalem on Elbe”. During this tour, you will explore the footsteps of the traditional Czech countryside Jewish community of Central Bohemia and its powerful history. You will visit a beautifully reconstructed synagogue from the 16th century, the medieval Jewish Quarter, and one of the oldest Jewish cemeteries in the country (The son of the famous Maharal of Prague is buried there). This hidden gem of Jewish heritage is only 45 minutes drive from Prague.A private tour of Jewish Kolín, offers unique oportunity to discover remains of vibrant historical Jewish life in traditional Czech village.

Independence Trail Tel Aviv

The Independence Trail is a walking route through the streets of Tel Aviv, connecting ten sites related to the history of the city and the establishment of the State of Israel. The length of the path is about a kilometer, and its circular route, along a section of Rothschild Boulevard and along a section of Ahad Ha’am Street, with short branches on Allenby Street and Nachalat Binyamin Street. The path is marked by a strip made of brass embedded in the sidewalks. The path was inaugurated as part of the celebrations of the 70th year of the State of Israel.
The World City and Tourism Directorate (the municipal body in charge of the city’s tourism strategy) under the Tel Aviv-Yafo Municipality initiated the construction of the trail.

Jewish Kids tours of the Ancient Rome

Explore Rome in a Jewish atmosphere with your kids! Visiting such a huge monument like the Colosseum, the arch of Titus and the Roman Forum from a Jewish perspective can be an incredible experience for children and adults alike. Though you may think that tours may at times be exhausting, all my tours have proved to be entertaining for everyone. Tours are super fun, engaging and informative and children will be able to learn so much.

Private Day Tour to the Old City in Jerusalem

A private tour of Jerusalem.
everyone agrees that Jerusalem is the center of the world, people of all religions look to it.
Upon entering the Old City, you enter the time machine to the Jerusalem of King David 3000 years ago, his son King Solomon who built the First Temple until the time of the Second Temple.
We can combine a tour of the Western Wall tunnels where you can get to the closest place to the “Holy of Holies” and see the huge stones of the Western Wall that were the basis of the Temple wall. In the Jewish quarter we will visit the houses of the Cohanim (priests) during the Second Temple period. In addition, we will tell the story of Jerusalem during the War of Independence through the Zion Gate and the “Shelter Square” and the stories of the young and daring fighters.
In Cardo we will get to know the Jerusalem of the Roman period and the Crusader period that came about a thousand years later.
Additional sites can be integrated at the group’s request and by prior arrangement.
There is flexibility in the schedules and itinerary.
The day of the tour starts by picking up travelers from the hotel and ends back at the hotel.
Most of the trip is walking in the alleys of the old city

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.

Baku Urban Wine Tasting Tour

OVERVIEW

Baku Urban Wine Tasting is a private wine-tasting experience that allows you to walk and visit the best wine spots to enjoy Baku by evening. We hand-pick local wine bars for the best wine tasting experiences and delve into dynamic and young community places in downtown Baku. This tour is ideal for wine enthusiasts who like to spend a day out by diving into Baku’s Night Life.

All three places we visit are within easy walking distance and sit-in for wine tasting and a glass of your choice and paired snacks are available at every stop. Bring your friends for a great evening.

HIGHLIGHTS

Explore Baku’s nightlife with a local guide
Taste upto 6 types of locally made wine
A glass of wine at each wine bar
Paired snacks (appetizers) at each wine bar
Insider’s Guide to Baku Dining
Small group experience (max 5 ppl)

WHAT TO EXPECT?

Meet your local guide in a central location, Fountains Square, in Baku. Then, your guide will take you to wine bars of Baku to taste various locally made wines, charcuterie, and wine tasting experiences. Meanwhile hear about Azerbaijani cuisine, food, and drinking culture. Also, interact with your sommelier and guide about Azerbaijani society in general. Taste three samples of local wines at each bar. Get served a glass of wine you choose. The wine tasting experience is also accompanied with bruschetta/charcuterie, the specialty of the wine bar visited. At the end of your experience, leave the central location with new insight into Azerbaijani culinary history, and tips for the rest of your trip.

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

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