Looking for the perfect family outing this holiday?
Celebrate Sukkot with a family adventure at Neot Kedumim & Castel full of a hands-on holiday activities, ancient stories, and heroic history brought to life along the Jerusalem Hills, designed for all ages, from grandparents to grandchildren.
What’s Included: Explore 20 different types of sukkot of all shapes, sizes, and materials, learn about the lulav & etrog, and walk through authentic biblical landscapes.
Interactive history at Khan Sha’ar Hagai
Multimedia exhibits bring to life the heroic story of the 1948 convoys to Jerusalem.
Adventure at Castel National Park
Climb the fortress, explore bunkers, and take in breathtaking views over the Jerusalem Hills while hearing stories of courage and resilience.
Meet our Guide: Barry Cohen Barry is a certified English-speaking tour guide known for making history vivid and accessible while creating fun, meaningful experiences for families.
Departure: Ra’anana, Mercaz HaKlita at 8:00.
Return: Ra’anana, 18:00.
Facilities: Picnic/kosher food area at Castel; restrooms available at all sites.
What to Bring
Comfortable walking shoes, hat, water bottle, and a light packed lunch or snacks. Picnic Lunch: Bring your own and enjoy a relaxing break.
Note: Strollers are welcome, but a baby carrier is needed for some parts of the hike.
Price: Members 115, Non-Members 135.
Subsidized by ESRA — making cultural exploration in Israel easy, meaningful, and accessible. | 
