First day of Sukkot in the Galilee

Photos: Arie Tenenbaum, from the PicWiki website, Itzik Ben Dov, Yוס Stayبل

About the Activity

You are invited to escape your routine and head out into the open spaces of the Lower Galilee to celebrate Sukkot in the most special way—among clear springs, nature trails, breathtaking viewpoints, and family activities under the open sky.

During the holiday, we will hike through streams and springs, enjoy activity-filled evenings in a pleasant Galilean atmosphere, and experience the Sukkot holiday through our feet, the scenery, and nature. Three days of shared experiences, fresh air, and quality family time in one of the most beautiful regions in the country.

Friday | 25.9.26

Opening the Holiday Among the Springs and Galilee Landscapes

12:00 – Meeting in the Springs Valley and setting out on a route at Ein Shokek and the Triple Pool—a beautiful water route, with natural pools, clear water, a pleasant walk among green vegetation, and shaded areas.

15:00 – Tour at the summit of Mount Tabor—a spectacular view of the Jezreel Valley and the Lower Galilee, with explanations about the region and the open landscape.

17:30 – Arrival at Alon Tavor Field School, receiving rooms, and settling in.

19:00 – Sukkot holiday dinner.

20:30 – Lantern tour and night safari in the Beit Keshet Hills—a Galilean nighttime experience among open nature trails and the sounds of the night.

Saturday | 26.9.26

A Day of Water, Nature, and Galilean Landscapes

08:00 – Breakfast and collection of a packed lunch.

09:30 – Departure for a day of hiking in the renewed Tzalmon Stream and Ein Nun—a pleasant Galilean route combining flowing water, shaded scenic spots, and opportunities to cool off in the springs.

17:00 – Return to the field school and rest time.

19:00 – Dinner.

20:00 – ODT activity on the field school lawns—a fun evening of team games, bonding, challenges, and shared enjoyment for the whole family.

Sunday | 27.9.26

Ending the Holiday at a Galilean Pace

08:00–09:00 – Breakfast.

09:00–10:00 – Advice on routes in the Galilee and Valleys region, provided by Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel guides—recommendations for additional hikes, springs, and nature sites in the area.

10:00 – Return of keys and check-out.

Please note: payment for a room is required for a minimum of two adults.

The Holiday Includes Full Board at the Field School:

🔹 Air-conditioned ground-floor guest rooms (each room has a shower and toilet)

🔹 An existing protected space on the premises

🔹 Kosher kitchen and dining room

🔹 Clubhouse with a coffee/tea corner and television

🔹 Synagogue

🔹 Full board including a holiday dinner on Friday evening; on Saturday, breakfast, a packed lunch, and dinner; on Sunday, breakfast

🔹 On-site hiking guidance

For questions and inquiries about the holiday: [email protected], 04-6766250

Important Information

Activity area: Galilee

Target audience: Families; suitable for baby carriers

Walking duration: Easy walking, suitable for the whole family (the routes are not suitable for strollers).

Route length: 2–5 km

Required equipment: Closed, comfortable walking shoes suitable for walking in water, plus a change of shoes; hat; 2 liters of water per hiker per day; sunscreen; personal equipment; backpack for carrying water

Please Note

The Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel reserves the right to cancel or change the activity according to weather, security, and safety conditions, and at its sole discretion.

The activity is conditional on a minimum number of participants. Notice will be provided up to one week before the activity.

Children up to age 2 participate free of charge.