Latvia Ages 40s+ Heritage

Jewish Heritage Tour to Poland, Lithuania and Latvia Led by Prof. Yale Strom and Elizabeth Schwartz

May 23, 2027 – Jun 3, 2027 · 12 days · Ayelet Best Day Travel

Overview

Jewish history in Eastern Europe traces its roots back over 1,000 years and continues with renewed vibrancy today. We will explore this rich and varied history, marked by both profound tragedy and extraordinary resilience, while honoring the memory of the past and experiencing the remarkable renewal of contemporary Jewish life in Eastern Europe.

Included

  • 2 nights at Polonia Palace Hotel, Warsaw
  • 1 night at Royal Hotel & Spa, Bialystok
  • 1 night at Radisson Hotel, Kaunas
  • 3 nights at Novotel, Vilnius
  • 3 nights at Grand Hotel, Riga
  • Breakfast daily
  • 3 Dinners, including Shabbat dinner in Vilnius
  • All touring and sightseeing per an agreed upon itinerary in a deluxe motorcoach with an expert English-speaking guide
  • Airport transfers included if arriving/departing with the main group
  • Entrance fees as per itinerary
  • Meeting with Jewish community leaders and members
  • Jewish heritage and city highlight tours throughout
  • Chopin Concert in Warsaw
  • Porterage
  • Bottled water provided complimentary on the bus (within reason)
  • Whisper headsets

Not Included

  • Roundtrip airfare, departure taxes and fuel surcharges
  • Border taxes or visa fees
  • Gratuities to guide, driver and dining service personnel ($25 per person, per day; pre-collected)
  • Meals not listed above
  • Any items of a personal nature
  • Travel insurance (individual travel insurance policy available here)