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Masada, Dead Sea, and Ein Gedi Tour

Group :: Length: 1 day :: Interest: Independent traveller, General, History, Hiking
Location: Dead Sea & Masada, Negev Tours
Price NIS 260

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This tour can be booked online.

A great one day group tour which visits Masada – an ancient fortress of massive importance, the Dead Sea – the lowest place on Earth and Ein Gedi – a beautiful green nature reserve amid the Judean Desert. This is a group tour and is self guided, leaving from Jerusalem and transporting passengers to the amazing sights, and is a great way to see some of the most dramatic sites of natural beauty and historical importance in Israel! It is totally unique so just check out the photos on the right, read a little more below, and book online. You’ll have a great time.

Masada, Dead Sea, and Ein Gedi Highlights

Encounter the ancient fortress of Masada, and marvel at one of the greatest Jewish symbols of hope, where 960 Jewish rebels held the fort against the Romans for 2 years before choosing the freedom of death over a lifetime of slavery.
Take 2.5hr walk through the stunning Ein Gedi nature reserve with its permanent springs, waterfalls and amazing desert plants and wildlife.
After your long walk you will be ready to rest your tired feet and float effortlessly in the healing waters of the Dead Sea, or take a bath in the therapeutic mud at the lowest place on Earth.
Once fully refreshed and treated, you will be ready to make your homeward journey to Jerusalem.

Tour Details

Tour runs every Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Starts from Jerusalem. There are buses from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem every 10 minutes and then it is 10 minutes from the bus station to the start point.
Cost NIS 260
Estimated time of arrival back in Jerusalem is 4pm.
This tour is also available on a private basis, daily, for a minimum of 5 people.
NB: The tour is self-guided: it includes full transportation and printed guiding materials, but no actual guide.
An identical tour runs on Sundays and Wednesdays at sunrise – the Masada Sunrise Tour. If you want to visit Masada and the Dead Sea, but without the walking, this is a great alternative. If you want a private tour ($650 a day) read more about Masada private tours.