“Yes, there are Jews in the UP!”
Jewish Tour of the Upper Peninsula
Monday, September 9 – Friday, September 13, 2024
Escorted by Risha B. Ring - JHSM Past President & Marilyn Wolfe - J Traveler Director
Join us as we travel to three Jewish communities in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula!
We will be visiting new friends at Temple Jacob in Hancock, where we will learn this synagogue’s long history and then travel north to experience the Keweenaw Peninsula. Our trip continues along Lake Superior’s coast to Marquette, where Temple Beth Sholom congregants will host us for a tour of their spiritual home and lunch on the magnificent shoreline. The final leg of our tour contains more sights and a visit to Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario to learn about the Jewish experience on both sides of the Canadian border. Highlights also include: Tahquamenon Falls, Pictured Rocks, learning about the Jewish influence in the UP, visiting thriving fourth-generation Jewish businesses, and so much more!
Your Tour Includes:
- Round-trip deluxe motor coach transportation
- 2 nights lodging at the Baraga Lake Inn in Baraga
- 2 nights lodging at the Best Western in Sault Ste Marie
- Admissions throughout
- 4 breakfasts, 4 lunches and 2 dinners
Please note:
A valid passport, passport card, or enhanced driver's license is required to enter Canada. You will not be able to join us for our visit to Congregation Beth Jacob in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario without one of these documents. There can be no exceptions.
For the safety of our travelers, please refrain from wearing perfume on the motor coach.
*Important! Travel Insurance is highly recommended and must be purchased prior to final payment. Note: a minimum of 10 people is required for group insurance. Please call Stu (847) 882-8881 for rates. Rates will increase June 1, 2024.
