🇮🇱 Long Weekends in Israel 2026
7
Opportunities
8
Public Holidays
11
Max Days Off
Free!
Best Efficiency
20
Total PTO for All
Pro Tip
In 2026, Israel has 1 free long weekend and 6 bridge opportunities. Best deal: 3 days off around Shavuot — completely free!
Bridge Day Opportunities
Shavuot
3 days off — no PTO needed
Independence Day
Take 2 PTO → Get 5 days off
Independence Day
Take 2 PTO → Get 5 days off
Passover
Take 3 PTO → Get 7 days off
Passover
Take 5 PTO → Get 11 days off
Independence Day
Take 4 PTO → Get 9 days off
Shavuot
Take 4 PTO → Get 9 days off
Strategic PTO Plans
Zero-PTO Long Weekends
Enjoy 1 natural long weekend — 3 days off with no PTO needed!
3 days off — no PTO needed
Best Short Break
Take 2 days off around Independence Day (Apr 18–22) and enjoy 5 consecutive days off.
Take 2 PTO days → Get 5 days off
Maximum Vacation
Take 5 days off around Passover (Apr 02–12) for a 11-day vacation.
Take 5 PTO days → Get 11 days off