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Kosher Hiking in the French Alps
Dates:June 19-26, 2024
Mind-blowing views of French, Swiss and Italian Alps. Hiking near glaciers, around Alpine lakes, and through the majestic mountain passes. Walking/Hiking Trip in the Alps with Glatt Kosher food, Daily Minyan with a Sefer Torah and Shomer Shabbat, Adventurous, Exciting and Inspiring hiking trip in the peaks, lakes and valleys of the French Alps.
Kosher Outdoor Group Adventures will be offering you:
- Two levels of nature adventure: Hikers and Walkers
- Fresh, healthy Glatt Kosher meals cooked by the KOA Chef.
Hearty soups, plenty of salads, cooked vegetable dishes, fresh fish, and low on the carbs with chicken on Shabbat. - The opportunity to recapture childhood fun with River Rafting (river level 2-3)
- Group bonding through Challah preparation and around the table dinner discussions.
KOA Tentative Itinerary
Tuesday: The Dream begins with getting to know Chamonix
Update: The KOA bus will pick you up at Geneva airport Tuesday 10:45 am. Our KOA Rep will be at the the Information Point in Arrivals starting at 10:00 am to gather everyone and bring them to the KOA bus, which will depart for Chamonix by 11:00 am.
We will arrive at the “Bayit” in Chamonix for a light lunch at 1:00 pm, and then begin a Chamonix Walking Tour around 2 pm.
Dinner and Orientation Mincha and Maariv followed by Campfire
Wednesday: Le Tour
Return for Dinner
Evening Program Conquering the Aiguille du Midi”
Dialogue with F. Seaton, a seasoned Mountain Guide
Thursday:”Fill your mind and heart with Inspiring Alpine views“
Walkers:
Morning: On a scenic gorge and waterfall walk, we hear the might of the waters crashing down against the rocks, we feel the spray on our faces as we cross the bridges over the falls.
Afternoon: On your way to the Terraces of Mont Brevent!
Hikers: Lac Blanc Adventure Hike
Evening: Group Challah Making and Evening Nordic Surprise!
Friday: Top of the World: Stand on the second highest mountain in Europe, the Aiguille Du Midi!
Ascend by Cable Car to Summit (3842 meters), behold the magical views from the panoramic, peak terraces looking out at the Alps of France, Italy and Switzerland. Our day includes a short, scenic walk to Lac Bleu & Picnic at the Lake
Walk to Lac Bleu and Picnic
Afternoon: Free Time strolling and Exploring Chamonix
Ushering in the Shabbat:
Prepare for Shabbat, Hadlakat Nerot, Tefilla, Seudat Shabbat
Optional Tisch: Niggunim and Stories, Divrei Torah
(Picture taken before Shabbat)
Shabbat
Spend Shabbat relaxing and under the Inspirational view of Mount Blanc!
Tefilla, Kiddush and Optional Guided Chavruta, Seudat Shabbat+ Menucha
Ted style talks by KOA participants , and
Shabbat Afternoon Walk along the river and round Lac de Gaillands
*Mincha and Seuda Shelishit *Maariv and Havdalah
Sunday: The Mer de Glace and Rafting on the L’Arve River
Montenvers Panoramic tramway to the Mer de Glace and Glacorium. Ice Caves. Picnic Lunch on the Deck!
Monday: Am Yisrael Chai!!
Morning: Follow the steps of the Jews as they escaped Occupied France into Switzerland!
Return to Chamonix for last minute souvenir shopping
Afternoon: Group Challenge
Farewell dinner & campfire with participants sharing stories and memories
Tuesday: Farewell and
Hold on to the Dream!
Time to exchange contact info, share a goodbye and have one last longing look at the wondrous snow capped mountain tops. See you next year at kosheroutdooradventures.com
*Early Breakfast with optional lunch preparation
Due to different flights and participants’ departure times, you will be making your own shuttle arrangements back to the Geneva airport. To book a shuttle go to alpybus.com and follow the instructions. You can do this approximately two weeks before the trip.
8:30 Latest checkout to depart for Geneva airport.
Additional Optional Activities :
- Swimming /Workout at Sports Centre
- Indoor Tennis and Squash
- Skating Rink
- Bowling
- Alpine and Crystal Museum
- Spa at Deep Nature Spa
- Para-Gliding
- Biking
Accommodations in Chamonix
The main KOA “Bayit” – Chalet L’Orignal in the scenic Les Pecles neighborhood, in full view of the majesty of Mont Blanc, as well as additional rooms at the Chalet Hotel Le Prieure.
Suggested Flights for Chamonix Trip from USA:
Option One: JFK Airport: to be announced
Option Two: Newark Airport: To be announced
Suggested Flights for Chamonix Trip from Israel:
Update: The KOA bus will pick you up at Geneva airport Tuesday 10:45 am. Our KOA Rep will be at the the Information Point in Arrivals starting at 10:00 am to gather everyone and bring them to the KOA bus, which will depart for Chamonix by 11:00 am.
Due to different flights and participants’ departure times, you will be making your own shuttle arrangements back to the Geneva airport. To book a shuttle link to alpybus.com and follow the instructions. You can do this approximately two weeks before the trip.
For price & further details, enter your contact information below, and we will gladly be in contact with you shortly. For a one-on-one conversation with Dani at KOA, call 201-645-4487 our US Number, or call +972-505538125 at our Israel Number and WhatsApp!
