Capture the Essence of Eretz Yisroel
Ima and I can’t think of a better way to mark my 70th birthday and our 45th wedding anniversary than by bringing everyone back to the place where our story began. Israel is where we met, where our lives took shape, and where the center of everything we’ve built and strive for—Torah, growth, and love for our People—first took root.
This trip is our way of saying thank you to HaShem for guiding our path, and to all of you for filling our lives with so much joy and blessing.
Each day you’ll be able to choose from fun and meaningful activities. Join a morning adventure, relax in the afternoon, or explore on your own, whatever feels right.
And yes, once you’re in Israel, it’s all on us, your loving parents. Let’s enjoy being together and soak in the beauty and holiness of the land that shaped our lives.
Let’s make memories that honor where we come from and celebrate the family we’ve become.
Make Memories, Family Fun & Cherish Every Moment!
Israel has a way of touching the heart and creating memories that stay with you. The land is alive with the stories of our Avot v’Imahot, the beauty of our heritage, and the energy of a modern Jewish nation thriving in its home.
We’ll take in the lively vibes and restaurants of the shuk, enjoy incredible food, soak up the views on relaxed hikes, spend time davening at the Kotel, and deepen our understanding of our land and its history. Every moment is a chance to be together as a family, to connect with where we come from, and to be grateful for HaShem’s blessings.
For us, it’s the perfect way to celebrate our key life-cycle milestones and simply enjoy being together in the place that shaped our lives.
From the memories we made as a young family to new ones with all our kids and the families they’re building
We had a blast in Israel back then, going again with the whole crew will be epic!
Krohner Family Israel Trip Draft Itinerary
Exciting Options for Every Time of Day
Sunday May 1st- Sunday May 8th 2027
Sunday, May 1 – Arrival Day
Flexible based on everyone’s flights.
Meals waiting at the apartments.
Relaxed neighborhood walks, snacks, and settling in.
Monday, May 2 – Old City
Morning: Kotel + Kotel Tunnels
Lunch: Jewish Quarter
Afternoon: Cardo, rooftops, gentle exploring
Evening: Mamilla + ice cream
Tuesday, May 3 – Cave + Shuk + Old Jerusalem Fun
Morning: Soreq Stalactite Cave
Lunch: Machane Yehuda Shuk
Afternoon: Camel rides + short City of David OR full City of David/kids’ bridge tour
Evening: Dinner at home
Wednesday, May 4 – Masada, Ein Gedi & Dead Sea
Morning: Masada (cable car + highlights)
Late Morning: Ein Gedi waterfall walk
Lunch: Picnic or simple nearby
Afternoon: Dead Sea float/mud
Evening: Back to Jerusalem
Thursday, May 5 – Tiberias & Tzfat
Morning: Kinneret stop or boat ride
Midday: Tzfat – shuls + Artists’ Quarter
Lunch: Tzfat or Tiberias
Afternoon: Return to Jerusalem (easy evening)
Friday, May 6 – Adventure + Light Jerusalem Afternoon
Morning: Ziplining + Jordan River boating
Lunch: Simple kid-friendly stop
Afternoon: Short Meah Shearim walk OR brief IDF meet-and-greet (if arranged)
Home early for Shabbos prep.
Shabbos, May 7 – Shabbos in Jerusalem
Friday Night: Kotel davening- Meal @ Waldorf Followed by Tisch Experience
Shabbos Morning: Yeshiva Ohr Somayach davening and Kiddish Sponsored by Krohner Family
Lunch: Home base with the family
Afternoon: Rest, walks, family time
Motzei Shabbos: Pizza + ice cream + More Pizza
Sunday, May 8 – Easy Final Day
Options: Biblical Zoo, Train Track Park, shopping (Mamilla/Geula/Old City), or one more Kotel visit.
Pack up, goodbyes.