Authentic Israel is a full-service tour operator specializing in exceptional travel. References are always
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Authentic Israel is an Israel-based travel program
provider with more than three decades of
leadership in the field of experiential Jewish travel. Join us on a travel program in Israel or beyond –
with opportunities available for teenagers, young
adults, and adults & families. We also plan custom
travel experiences with synagogues, schools,
camps, community organizations and families. As
an
organization, we take great pride in our long-
term client relationships and the core values which
inspire our work. Our head office is in Israel, conveniently located
adjacent to Ben Gurion International Airport. We
maintain a full service office in Washington, D.C., to
better service our North American clients. We invite
you to start your own journey and experience the
Authentic Israel difference. Authentic Israel is part of the Tlalim Group, an
organization with three decades of experience in
the field of informal education and an established
track record of working groups large and small.
01/19/2025
We're looking ahead to brighter days in Israel – including the ongoing resumption of airlines serving Tel Aviv. There are more ways than ever to experience Israel...
- Celebrate 77 years of independence this April/May on "Israel Revisited"
- The work to repair and renew is just starting on "Volunteer for Israel, in Israel"
- Discover the wonders of Israel – first-timer adult & family tours are restarting
- For ages 18-35 – classic 10-day trips, 8-week internships, 4-week fellowships, and 8-14 day volunteer trips – all generously subsidized.
Registration for summer 2025 trips with Israel Outdoors is OPEN!
Brighter days are ahead, and we’re back to offering our full itinerary of unforgettable experiences. Now is the time to share the incredible gift of a free 10-day Israel trip with eligible friends and family ages 18-26.
Details and registration @ israeloutdoors.com/summer.
Eligibility Alert! – Age 27-32 travelers are eligible for trips departing in February and March. Don't let anyone miss out on their second chance!
01/09/2025
TOUR AVAILABILITY ALERT
Space is limited on our 2025 guided tours of Europe and Morocco...
March of the Living | April | 8 Spaces Left
Our Story Central Europe | June-July | 6 Spaces Left
Our Story Morocco | October | 9 Spaces Left
Opportunity is knocking to discover Jewish and world heritage history treasures in 2025, but space is very limited!
We're looking ahead with hope in 2025, but the need for volunteers in Israel is ongoing. Our schedule of 4-day and 7-day volunteer trips has expanded...
VOLUNTEER START DATES:
February 17, 2025
March 10, 2025
March 31, 2025
April 21, 2025
April 28, 2025
June 16, 2025
June 23, 2025
June 30, 2025
July 7, 2025
September 1, 2025
October 20, 2025
Tap into the national renewal project uplifting Israeli society. Volunteers of all ages and abilities are welcome. Learn more at www.authenticisrael.com/volunteer. Yallah, let's go!
12/26/2024
Happy Hanukkah from the team🕎
12/17/2024
The chance to volunteer in Israel ✨for free✨ is now available to more people than ever! is now welcoming volunteers up to age 50, but only for a limited time!
Choose between an 8 or 14-day program and give back to Israeli society when it truly matters.
✅ Basic accommodations covered
✅ Transportation to volunteer sites
✅ $700 flight reimbursement
✅ Meaningful volunteer opportunities such supporting farmers, assisting families in need & helping to rebuild communities impacted by the tragedy of Oct 7th.
Offered through April 2025 only - don’t miss out on this opportunity!
Sign up now: israeloutdoors.com/volunteer
12/11/2024
Calling all aspiring Birthright Israel travelers who missed out...
We are (temporarily) offering classic 10-day trips for ages 27-32 on the following scheduled dates:
February 16–27 | NYC
March 16–27 | NYC
March 30–April 10 | NYC & LAX
Learn more at israeloutdoors.com/27-32.
This special age exception expires after April, so if you know someone who is now eligible for this once-in-a-lifetime gift, share the news before it's too late!
12/04/2024
Last chance to join our national March of the Living for Adults Delegation...
Only 10 spots remain on this iconic Jewish travel experience. Meet up with thousands of Jewish travelers globally for a weeklong journey of remembrance and renewal in Poland starting on April 22, 2025.
We're so excited to announce that more space is now available on the June 25th departure for "Our Story Central Europe". These tour dates overlap with the Krakow Jewish Culture Festival – a unique event showcasing the renewal of modern Jewish culture in Europe.
If you or someone you know missed out previously on a trip, we have exciting news!
For a limited time, eligibility has expanded to include ages 27-32 from December 2024 to April 2025. This is your chance to experience the magic of Israel.
Interested? Share your availability and departure location by completing this quick form at israeloutdoors.com/27-32, and we’ll follow up with trip options.
Your second chance is here - don’t let it pass you by!
11/21/2024
Last chance to register for a 4-day or 7-day volunteer trip in Israel this December...
This is your opportunity to join the volunteer movement AND celebrate Hanukkah – the Jewish renewal holiday – alongside the people of Israel.
UPCOMING START DATES
· December 23 (last chance!)
· December 30 (last chance!)
· January 20, 2025
· February 17, 2025
· March 10, 2025
· March 31, 2025
· April 21, 2025
We’re excited to announce a new partnership with BBYO to offer a 9-day “Europe Family Journey” in Prague, Vienna, and Poland this summer 2025.
Everyone in the family will be inspired by this Jewish and world heritage tour – with opportunities for adventure, culture, and self-discovery along the way. Even better, we take care of the planning and guiding so you can cherish the trip with the people you care about most.
Here's a special opportunity for the young adults in your life (ages 18-35)….
We just opened registration for the summer season of Onward Israel. Return to Israel for a life-elevating experience ranging from 4-8 weeks – and all generously subsidized.
The 2025 March of the Living starts on April 22nd in Krakow, Poland – and only 20 spaces are remaining on our National Adult Delegation.
Travelers choose between a 7-day Poland-only trip or a 2-week Poland + Israel option. This iconic Jewish journey brings together thousands of travelers worldwide for a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to bear witness to what was lost and celebrate our resilience and enduring values.
Ready to travel abroad!? We've expanded our tour offerings for 2025, and we invite you to go beyond the expected on a guided tour in Europe and beyond. Discover what's possible at www.authenticisrael.com/europe
11/05/2024
Special shout out to an amazing group of travelers who completed the inaugural "Our Story Morocco" 9-day tour today. It was a highly meaningful travel experience for all, and it really shows in their pictures!
Are you ready to travel beyond the expected in 2025? Discover a world of Jewish and world heritage travel opportunities at www.authenticisrael.com/europe
10/10/2024
Our June Our Story Central Europe trip is SOLD OUT, but we’re excited to announce new dates for August 2025, with tours starting on either August 27 or August 31.
Join us in the heart of Europe to explore the story of our People - their accomplishments, world-changing ideas, and sorrows. Our fully guided itinerary spans up to 15 days, covering Poland, Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Czechia, and Germany.
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Authentic Israel is a full service tour operator offering both custom tours and pre-organized experiences in Israel and beyond. Trust, reliability, and fairness are our guiding principles, and we strive to provide thought-provoking and meaningful travel that you’ll treasure for a lifetime.
We understand that travel to Israel is unlike any other destination – which is why your choice of a program provider is the single most important decision you’ll make. When you travel with Authentic Israel you can feel confident knowing that every program we offer is organized in-house by our own caring staff team. We are not travel agents or an online company. Rather, we will provide you with a rich experience that is well designed, well organized and offered at a fair value.
With headquarters adjacent to Ben Gurion Airport in Israel and with a North American office based in Washington, DC, our full staff team is able to provide you with a higher level of service before and during your travels. Expect more with us.
Our Family of Brands
Authentic Israel organizes travel experiences for a variety of ages, some of which we off under these program names:
Israel Outdoors is a leading organizer of free trips through the Birthright Israel initiative. Open to Jewish young adults, 18-32, who have never been to Israel on a peer program, this is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
BBYO Passport is the leading provider of worldwide travel experiences for Jewish teens of all backgrounds. Organized in partnership with BBYO, the programs combine educational touring, cross-cultural exploration and local Jewish experiences.
Israel Outdoors NEXT is an official provider of generously-subsidized programs for young adults, ages 18-30. Program options range from four weeks to ten months, and include opportunities for volunteering, teaching and interning in Israel.
Authentic Europe specializing in custom travel experiences to Europe and Morocco for groups and organizations of all kinds. Our programs are operated in-house by a team of caring and experienced professionals.
