Rosh Hashanah vacation at Hermon Field School
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A three-day family Rosh Hashanah vacation at Hermon Field School, September 11–13, 2026. Hikes, holiday meals, and accommodation in northern Israel.
A three-day family Rosh Hashanah vacation at Hermon Field School, September 11–13, 2026. Hikes, holiday meals, and accommodation in northern Israel.
Photos: Or Ben Dor, Tomer Avni, Vered Lans
About the Activity
There is a special way to begin a new year: pause the rush for a moment, breathe in crisp mountain air, connect with nature and family, and enjoy the little moments that warm the heart. We invite you to a Rosh Hashanah vacation at Hermon Field School—three days of spectacular landscapes, fascinating stories, holiday atmosphere, and family experiences.
Vacation Program
Friday | September 11, 2026
15:00 – We begin the year with a festive tour of Majdal Shams, including a visit to the Hill of Shouts—a moving observation point overlooking the border and telling the unique story of the Golan.
17:30 – Arrival at Hermon Field School. Check-in and settling into rooms.
19:00 – Festive holiday dinner, hosted by Vered Lans, Director of Instruction at the Golan and Hermonim Field Schools. She will accompany the evening with New Year’s blessings, holiday stories, and a warm, moving family atmosphere.
Saturday | September 12, 2026
08:00 – Breakfast and collection of a packed lunch.
09:00 – Departure for Mount Hermon.
We will travel to the Hermon site, ride the cable car toward the upper station, and discover the magic of Mount Hermon in autumn. From there, we will climb to the Battle Hills and enjoy an impressive view of Israel, Lebanon, and Syria, while discovering flora and fauna unique to Mount Hermon.
From there, we will drive down to Mount Kramim, overlooking the Yafouri Valley—“the Tuscany of the Golan”—and Birkat Man, a unique and remarkable natural phenomenon.
15:00 – Free time to enjoy the tranquility of the north: take an independent walk, sit at a café, discover charming corners, or simply relax מול the landscapes of the northernmost region of Israel.
19:00 – Festive dinner.
20:00 – Interactive evening activity for the whole family—a bonding, funny, and enjoyable experience in which we will discover together how well we have come to know the area during the vacation.
Sunday | September 13, 2026
08:00 – Breakfast.
09:00 – Check-out and transport of vehicles to She’ar Yashuv.
09:30 – Departure for the Lower Banias Trail—walking among flowing water, green vegetation, and wild nature along a route that inspires tranquility and renewal, exactly as we would wish for ourselves at the beginning of the new year.
12:30 – Estimated end time.
May this be the beginning of a year filled with hikes, experiences, nature, family time, and unforgettable moments. Shana Tova!
The accommodation includes full board and, of course, high-quality, professional guiding based on intimate familiarity with the nature of the region.
The Vacation Includes Full Accommodation at Hermon Field School
- Air-conditioned ground-level guest rooms, each with a private bathroom and toilet
- A protected space on the premises
- Kosher kitchen and dining room
- Air-conditioned, equipped classrooms for instruction, study days, and conferences
- Club room with a coffee/tea corner and television
- Synagogue
- On Friday: Rosh Hashanah holiday dinner; the following day: breakfast and a packed lunch; on Saturday: a second holiday dinner; the following day: breakfast, without a packed lunch
For questions and inquiries about the vacation: [email protected]
Important Information
Activity area: Upper Galilee
Target audience: Families
Walking difficulty: Flat walking and a gentle ascent
Trail length: Approximately 2–5 km
Required equipment: Closed, comfortable walking shoes suitable for walking in water, plus a replacement pair; hat; 2 liters of water per hiker per day; sunscreen; personal equipment; backpack for carrying water and a packed lunch.
Additional information: Recommended for families with children aged 6 and over.
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 will take place only if a minimum number of participants register. Notice will be provided up to one week before the activity.
Please note: We cannot provide food for people with life-threatening allergies or sensitivities. Please come prepared accordingly.
Children up to age 2 are free. For children born in 2015/2016, please specify the number of children and their ages at checkout.
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