JDC Expedition to Greece and Turkey

Trip highlights

Travel back 25 centuries for an unforgettable tour of Athens, including the iconic Parthenon and other cultural sites.
Light candles, sing songs, and break bread with the Athens Jewish community at a special Shabbat experience.
Sail the Bosporus Strait, bargain your way through the Grand Bazaar, and experience the sights, sounds, and culture of colorful Istanbul.
Hear stories from the catastrophic 2023 earthquake in Turkey and learn about JDC’s life-saving disaster response work in Gaziantep, Nuragai, and Islayihe.
Experience Jewish Istanbul with an immersive tour of the local Jewish school, the Jewish Community Center (JCC), and conversations with community leadership.

* JDC expeditions are offered exclusively to JDC supporters making a philanthropic annual gift of $5,000 and above.