Monday, March 2 - Sunday, March 8, 2026
Discover the spirit, history, and vibrant Jewish life of Argentina on the UJFT Women’s Mission—March 2–8, 2026.
Mission co-chairs Annie Sandler and Jodi Klebanoff will lead the group.
Highlights — A Journey of Connection and Discovery (with more to come!)
Immerse yourself in the rich Jewish life, culture, and rhythms of Buenos Aires on this unforgettable women’s mission. As our itinerary continues to take shape, here’s a glimpse of what awaits:
- Stand in the heart of Argentina’s history at Plaza de Mayo, surrounded by the architecture and spirit that define Buenos Aires.
- Celebrate Purim with the vibrant congregation of Avijai and meet Rabbi Avruj, affectionately known as “the Pope’s Rabbi.”
- Visit AMIA, Argentina’s central Jewish institution and a powerful symbol of resilience and community.
- Explore Once, Buenos Aires’ lively Jewish neighborhood filled with schools, synagogues, and kosher eateries.
- Take a lively tango lesson, then marvel as the professionals light up the dance floor.
- Experience a visit to one of the city’s renowned ORT schools, where innovation meets education.
- Learn to cook authentic Argentine dishes in a hands-on culinary experience.
- Connect with our dedicated overseas partners—JDC, JAFI, and ORT—and see the impact of our shared work in action.
- Enjoy opportunities to shop, dine, and explore the galleries and cultural gems of Buenos Aires.
Mission Pricing (dependent on the number of participants)
20 – 24 Participants: $5500 per person
25 – 29 Participants: $5300 per person
30 – 34 Participants: $5100 per person
- These prices cover land-only costs and do not include international flights. They are based on double occupancy in hotel rooms.
- If you’d prefer a single hotel room, there is an additional charge of $1,350.
- We are also considering an optional full-day excursion outside of Buenos Aires. If this happens, it would add $300 per person to the trip and include transportation, meals, and touring. This excursion is still being explored and will depend on our schedule and availability of our overseas partners (JDC, JAFI, and ORT), who will show us the incredible work they do on our behalf.
For any who wish to arrive before the start of the mission of stay on afterwards, we can assist with hotel bookings and airport transfers for additional costs.
The Mission as priced includes
- All ground transportation (and domestic flights, if we go outside Buenos Aires)
- 7 days with an English-speaking guide
- 6 nights in the Sofitel Hotel in the Recoleta neighborhood of Buenos Aires (includes breakfast)
- Security throughout the mission
- All breakfasts, All Lunches, Most Dinners
- Hotel accommodations
- Bottled water
- Tips and gratuities (these are tips given to driver, guide, hostess, security, etc. THEY ARE INCLUDED in the price of the mission)
- Porterage (luggage handling at hotels)
- VAT and Local Taxes
The Mission as priced does NOT include
- Any services not mentioned above
- Any personal nature expenses
- International airfare
- Travel and medical insurance (We strongly suggest the acquisition of comprehensive medical and travel (“Cancel for Any Reason”) insurance (here are some companies offering it).
- Quarantine expenses related to COVID
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There is something truly special about a women’s mission. We felt it in Cuba. We felt is years earlier in Israel. It’s life-changing, and I think that if you ask other women who’ve been on those missions, they will agree. ALL Federation missions are unique and impactful. But women’s missions truly are in a class of their own.
FOR MORE INFORMATION OR QUESTIONS ON THE UJFT WOMEN'S MISSION TO ARGENTINA
Contact Amy Zelenka, Chief Development Officer, at AZelenka@UJFT.org or (757) 965-6139. We will be collecting deposits in the coming weeks.