Masada, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea, & More Tour
Our Masada, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea and More tour operates from Tel Aviv and Jerusalem with guaranteed departures every day, taking you to several of the most iconic sites in the region. Begin the day at Masada, ascending via the cable car and touring the fortress which dates to King Herod’s time, taking in the incredible views across the Dead Sea region and Judean Desert. Next, we’ll head to Ein Gedi, where you will be able to hike through the oasis that sits here in the middle of the desert. Continue to the Dead Sea, where there will be a chance to bathe in the muds and float in the waters of this salty lake which is the lowest point on Earth. Leaving the Dead Sea, we’ll pass Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered before we continue to the lowest city, and oldest city on Earth, Jericho, where we’ll enjoy an overview of the city. Continue to the River Jordan for a short stop at the Qasr-el-Yehud site, before returning to Jerusalem and Tel Aviv. Our Masada, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea and More Tour is offered with guaranteed departures.
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“I loved this tour. Being outside in nature was amazing.” – Amaris, New York USA
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“Real value sold, feeling of being a guest rather than a tourist was provided” – Pawel, Poland
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Masada, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea and More Tour Highlights
- Pickup from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem.
- Descend through the Judean Desert below sea level to the lowest region on Earth
- Ascend Masada via the cable car and explore the ruins of King Herod’s palace and the fortified site which is a symbol of heroism in Jewish history and Israeli society.
- Float in the waters of the Dead Sea, and bathe in the muds.
- Walk in the oasis of Ein Gedi, a beautiful green spot in the center of the desert.
- Pass Qumran for a view of the place where the Dead Sea scrolls were discovered
- See an overview of the city of Jericho, the lowest city on Earth, famous for its heritage
- Visit the River Jordan at Qasr-el-Yehud, an important Baptismal Site.
- Return to Jerusalem and Tel Aviv
Masada, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea and More Tour itinerary
- 06:30 – Pickup from Tel Aviv
- 07:30 – Pickup from Jerusalem
- 09:00 – Arrival to Masada. Ascend via the cable car and explore the site which dates to the Herodian era.
- 11:30 – Ein Gedi. Hike in this beautiful nature reserve, a desert oasis.
- 13:00 – Dead Sea. Enjoy floating in the waters and immersing in muds of this uniques place, the lowest on earth.
- 14:30 – Overview of Jericho and visit to Qasr el Yehud
- 16:30 – Arrival back in Jerusalem
- 17:30 – Arrival back in Tel Aviv
NB – all timings are approximate
Tour Information
- This is a guaranteed departure tour departing every day
- This is a self guided tour, giving participants the opportunity to explore alone and take advantage of the audio guides at the relevant sites. The group will be accompanied by an experienced driver who is on hand to answer questions.
- Things to bring: Passport, Hat and sunscreen, Walking shoes, Bathing suit and towel, Water and snacks
- Includes: Transportation to all sites from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem, entrance to private beach at the Dead Sea
- Excludes: Masada entrance and cable car (76 NIS approx.), Ein Gedi entrance fee (29 NIS)
