A once-in-a-lifetime delegation into the heart of Israel's security
with members of the Israel Defense and Security Forum
October 27, 2025 - November 2, 2025 (7 Days)
Mission Highlights
Led by Israel’s former top IDF, Mossad and Shin Bet senior officers.
Premium Hotel - Leonardo Boutique, Jerusalem
Transportation to and from Ben-Gurion Airport
Entrance Fees to all sites included
2 meals
per day!*
Daily transportation to sites
Shabbat and Kashrut observed
Armed
Security
While the world watches from afar, you could be standing right where history is being written.
Not just visiting – but feeling the ground where ancient prophets once walked and modern soldiers now defend.
Imagine hearing the real stories directly from commanders and operatives – from the IDF, Mossad, police, and other branches of Israel’s security forces – who were there just days before. No filters. No headlines. Just clarity, courage, and insight.
This isn’t just a tour; it’s a rare opportunity to witness events up close, gain deep understanding, and connect with the people shaping history.
If you’re not here, you’re missing a chance to experience the story – instead of just reading about it.
Join IDSF’s strategic mission led by Israel’s top security minds – where every stop, every story, every encounter reveals a piece of the security puzzle.
Escorted and guided by Lt. Colonel (Res) Tal Nir, Head of IDSF National Security Tourism Department
Tour Details
Monday - October 27
Observation and historical overview of Jerusalem - the ultimate capital of Israel.
• The city's division and its complexities.
• Understanding the security significance of a unified Jerusalem.
• City of David Light Show.
• Joint Welcome Dinner at "Happy Fish" restaurant.
Who are we going to meet today?
Brigadier General (Res.) Amir Avivi
Chairman & Founder of IDSF
Ronit
Farkash
Director of Partnerships
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Yaron Buskila
CEO
Moshe
Davis
Director of International Operations, CEO of IDSF USA
Lt. Colonel (Res) Tal Nir
Head of National Security Tourism Department
Brigadier General (Res.) Amir Avivi
Chairman & Founder of IDSF
Moshe
Davis
Director of International Operations, CEO of IDSF USA
Lt. Colonel (Res) Tal Nir
Head of National Security Tourism Department
Ronit
Farkash
Director of Partnerships
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Yaron Buskila
CEO
Tuesday - October 28
• The story of the October 7th attack and the battle for the Gaza Envelope communities.
• Strategic overview of dealing with the terrorist threat from Gaza.
• Testimony from a resident of the Gaza Envelope about the Simchat Torah attack.
• The process of rebuilding the Gaza Envelope communities after the attack.
• Joint lunch at Netivot “Taste of the Valley” restaurant.
Who are we going to meet today?
Ronit Farkash
Director of Partnerships. Resident of Moshav Tekuma in the Gaza Envelope
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Yaron Buskila
CEO
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Tal Nir
Engineering Officer of the Judea & Samaria Division
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Tal Nir
Engineering Officer of the Judea & Samaria Division
Ronit
Farkash
Director of Partnerships. Resident of Moshav Tekuma in the Gaza Envelope
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Yaron Buskila
CEO
Wednesday - October 29
• The evolution of the Israel-Lebanon border throughout history and the current situation on the northern border.
• Meeting with senior security officials.
• The Druze in Israel.
• Testimony from residents of communities on the border.
• Overview of the IDF’s strategy on the northern border and the challenges of combatting Hezbollah.
• Joint lunch at “Habokrim” restaurant.
Who are we going to meet today?
Maj. Gen. (Res.) Kamil Abu Rokon
Former Coordinator of Government Operations in the Territories
Major (Res.) Lilach Eshtar
Senior Researcher IDSF. Founder and Resident of Nimrod Village in The Golan Heights
Israel
Ben Arie
Licensed Tour Guide
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Tal Nir
Engineering Officer of the Judea & Samaria Division
Maj. Gen. (Res.) Kamil Abu Rokon
Former Coordinator of Government Operations in the Territories
Israel
Ben Arie
Licensed Tour Guide
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Tal Nir
Engineering Officer of the Judea & Samaria Division
Major (Res.) Lilach Eshtar
Senior Researcher IDSF. Founder and Resident of Nimrod Village in The Golan Heights
Thursday - October 30
• Understanding the significance of Jewish settlement in Samaria with a perspective on central Israel’s communities.
• Historical overview of the early Jewish settlement in Samaria.
• Modern Jewish agriculture in Samaria’s farms as a driver of growth and land presence.
Who are we going to meet today?
Boaz Haetzni
Member of the Kiryat Arba Council, Founder of the Return to Homesh Movement
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Shosh Raban
Former Senior Shin Bet official
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Tal Nir
Engineering Officer of the Judea & Samaria Division
Boaz Haetzni
Member of the Kiryat Arba Council, Founder of the Return to Homesh Movement
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Shosh Raban
Former Senior Shin Bet official
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Tal Nir
Engineering Officer of the Judea & Samaria Division
Friday - October 31
• Following in the footsteps of the settlers of Gush Etzion, from past to present.
• The critical role of Gush Etzion
settlements in the defense of Jerusalem.
• Hebron & Kiryat Arba.
• Observation and geographical overview of the Judean Desert and its security challenges.
• "Caliber 3" shooting range.
Friday evening -
• Joint “Kabbalat Shabbat”.
• Dinner at the hotel.
• Talk given by Brigadier General (Res) Amir Avivi.
Who are we going to meet today?
Brigadier General (Res.) Amir Avivi
Chairman & Founder of IDSF
Ronit Farkash
Director of Partnerships
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Yaron Buskila
CEO
Israel Ben Arie
Licensed Tour Guide
Lt. Colonel (Res) Tal Nir
Head of National Security Tourism Department
Brigadier General (Res.) Amir Avivi
Chairman & Founder of IDSF
Israel
Ben Arie
Licensed Tour Guide
Ronit
Farkash
Director of Partnerships
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Yaron Buskila
CEO
Lt. Colonel (Res) Tal Nir
Head of National Security Tourism Department
Shabbat - November 1
• Lunch at the hotel.
Sunday - November 2
• Ascent to the Temple Mount
Jordan Valley
• The importance of Jewish settlement in the Jordan Valley in securing Israel's eastern border.
• Geopolitical and security analysis of the Jordan Valley.
• Visit to an IDF outpost on the Jordanian border and understanding the threats in the area.
• The role of Jewish agriculture in the Jordan Valley and its impact on settlement.
• ATV tour.
Tel Aviv
• Visit in a secured Intelligence facility.
• Meet with a Mossad veteran - “To see the invisible and to do the impossible."
• Joint Farewell Dinner at “Meatos” restaurant.
Who are we going to meet today?
Brigadier General (Res.) Amir Avivi
Chairman & Founder of IDSF
Jack
Former Senior Mossad Officer
Ronit Farkash
Director of Partnerships
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Yaron Buskila
CEO
Major (Res) Moish Tabenkin
Head of the Jordan Valley Program of Ein Prat Academy for Leadership
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Tal Nir
Engineering Officer of the Judea & Samaria Division
Brigadier General (Res.) Amir Avivi
Chairman & Founder of IDSF
Jack
Former Senior Mossad Officer
Major (Res) Moish Tabenkin
Head of the Jordan Valley Program of Ein Prat Academy for Leadership
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Tal Nir
Engineering Officer of the Judea & Samaria Division
Ronit
Farkash
Director of Partnerships
Lieutenant Colonel (Res.) Yaron Buskila
CEO
Sign up for the Trip
The cost of the trip is $3,790 USD per person for double occupancy. Single occupancy is $4,490.
Land costs and accommodations in Israel included as noted in the schedule. Flights not included. Registration deadline is September 30, 2025. Payment is not tax-deductible.
After you submit the form, you will be contacted to answer any questions you may have, confirm availability, and arrange payment.