Explore Israel
Israel will astound you. From hip, cutting-edge Tel Aviv to dripping-with-history Jerusalem, from Roman and crusader ruins, to natural wonders such as the Dead Sea and Maktesh Ramon, with markets, art galleries and sublime cuisine, this tiny country packs it all in.
Make your trip meaningful by providing nutritious meals to people who may otherwise go hungry in Israel.
Israel Highlights
Compact Israel has something for everyone, foodies will love the markets and restaurants, active families will enjoy the hiking, rappelling, mountain biking and rafting opportunities, and history buffs will revel in Caesarea, crusader-walled Akko, the Sea of Galilee, and of course there is Jerusalem – truly one of the world’s most fascinating cities.
Eco-Luxury in Israel
Israel has a few sustainable hotels, such as Indigo in Tel Aviv, and Dan Jerusalem, with one standout: the sublime Six Senses Shaharut in the Negev Desert which is well worth the journey – the views are spectacular and service equally good.
You can make a difference in Israel by helping prepare and serve nutritious meals to people in need. You will bond with your kids and they will return home inspired to be world changers.
You can also care for Israelis with disabilities, or assist the elderly.
Suggested Itinerary for Israel
Example Price: US$7,885 per person for a family of four (low season)
This adventure enables you to bond as a family by preparing and serving nutritious meals, plus you get to explore some of the highlights of this incredible country.
Trip Highlights
- Meaningful interaction as you serve nutritious meals that uplift and maintain the dignity of the guests
- Explore fascinating Jerusalem with your private guide
- Discover the ruins of Masada
- Float in the Dead Sea
- Encounter the breathtaking Negev Desert
- Enjoy vibrant Tel Aviv
Price Includes
- Luxury accommodation
- Private transfers
- Expert private local guides with insider knowledge
- Meals as specified (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner)
- Volunteering costs
We can arrange your international flights
Sample Day by Day
(From $7,885 per person)
- Day 1: Arrive Tel Aviv, transfer to Jerusalem, stay at The David Hotel
- Day 2-3: Private guided tour customized for you (B,L)
- Day 4-5: Preparing meals (B,L)
- Day 6: Visit Masada, relax in the Dead Sea, continue on to Mitzpe Ramon, stay at Six Senses Shaharut (B,L)
- Day 7: Explore the desert, or simply relax (B,L)
- Day 8 Transfer to Tel Aviv via David Ben Gurion's home, stay at The Jaffa (B,L)
- Day 9 Private guided tour of Tel Aviv and Jaffa (B,L)
- Day 10 Fly out (B)
Note: This is a sample itinerary only, and we delight in crafting unique itineraries to meet your family's exact requirements
Highlights of a Luxury Family Volunteer Vacation in Israel
There is a dazzling array of things to see and do in Israel: the Dead Sea, the resort town of Eilat, extraordinary Jerusalem, buzzing Tel Aviv, artsy Ein Hod, stunning National Parks, historical Caesarea and Akko, and the breathtaking Negev Desert.
Hotels and lodges shown here are examples of what we call “eco-luxury”, meaning you minimize any environmental impact whilst retaining your creature comforts. The extraordinary Six Senses Maharut in the Negev Desert will blow you away.
How to help in Israel
On your luxury family volunteer vacation in Israel, your family can help pack food staples into boxes for distribution to Israel’s poorest families and senior citizens. You can also prepare and serve meals in an uplifting setting that maintains the dignity of the clients.
You and your family will experience meaningful interaction and engagement with the locals, and your kids will return home inspired to be world changers.
You will bond as a family and engage with the local people as you pack meals for distribution to Israel’s poorest families, and serve and prepare nutritious meals at an inspiring venue.
The best time to take part in this programme is between the months of April and September, but this can be done at any time.
