"Birthright" - the best opportunity to go to Israel this summer

The program "Birthright"Gives a chance for a truly unforgettable trip. Learn how to apply for and what you expect on this trip.

What is the "Birthright"

In Hebrew, "Birthright" - "discovery", this word can describe the purpose of the program. A ten-day trip to Israel helps the participants to touch the ancient culture, to feel part of the Jewish community, learn more about their roots and to fully enjoy belonging to an ancient family.

The idea of ​​the educational project for the Jewish youth, have never been to Israel, belongs to philanthropists Michael Steinhardt and Charles Bronfman. Over 16 years of existence of the possibility of free travel used by more than 4,300 Muscovites.

A chance to learn a new facet of its history and the history of my family - that's what the "Birthright" for me.

Elena Shavrova

Thanks to the "Taglitu" young men and women are discovering a whole new world: they get acquainted with the culture and traditions of Israel, to communicate with their peers, the Israelis and get a unique experience, knowledge and impressions.

What is included in the travel program

For 10 days, participants will tour Israel literally inside and out. They will visit Tel Aviv and the Galilee, the reserve of Ein Gedi at the Dead Sea, at the Wailing Wall and the Holocaust Museum, will visit the Bedouins in the desert and meet the sunrise at the walls of the ancient fortress of Masada.

I will never forget the trip "Birthright" I met new friends, try the delicious traditional food and learned about myself more than ever.

Catherine Chumichkina

The group consists of 40 people, accompanied by her two madrichim (counselors). For a few days to join the group of young Israelis, many of whom serve in the army. No problem with communication is not: Israeli participants speak the same language as the group.

During the joint tour participants get experience with previously unknown cultural environment. For many, it is often the beginning of a long friendship, and sometimes something more: a few pairs formed on the trip were married.

"Birthright" sometimes abruptly changes lives, helping to take a fresh look at its origin, learn more about their roots and feel belonging to the ancient people.

If an ordinary tour you are not very attractive, you can choose a tour of interest:

• "Birthright for doctors" - a trip for young doctors and medical students;
• "Birthright Start-UP» - a program for young professionals in the field of IT, natural sciences, management and business;
• "Birthright Extreme» - for athletes and active lifestyles;
• "Birthright Art Mix» - for photographers, designers and artists.

How to travel

There are only two conditions: first, you must be between 18 and 26 years, and secondly, you must have Jewish roots. A quarter is enough - in other words, someone from your grandparents to be a Jew.

If the second condition in doubt, talk to relatives and rummage in the family documents. You may have to even go to the archives. You need a birth certificate, military ID, or at least an extract from the house register.

Then you need to make a request: you pass by link and fill out the form. Pre-registration for the summer session of 2017 has already started, so we advise not to delay the decision. If your application is approved, all travel expenses and accommodation in Israel, the organizer undertakes.

Ten Days to failure filled with impressions, new acquaintances, friendship and atmosphere of universal unity - it is possible that the journey to the "Taglitom" will be for you the adventure of of the year.

Submit your application