Masada, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea, & More Tour
Our Masada, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea and More tour is available 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, for a view of the city from the road.
Our Masada, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea and More Tour is led by one of our team of experienced English speaking guides who will allow you to explore with the group, or head off to explore on your own if you prefer. The tour is available every day from Tel Aviv and Jerusalem with guaranteed departures.
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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 (photo stop at Sea Level, if time permits).
- On the road, you will also pass the Inn of the Good Samaritan and the city of Jericho.
- Ascend Masada via the cable car and explore with your guide 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.
- Return to Jerusalem and Tel Aviv
Masada, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea and More Tour itinerary
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- 06:30 – Pickup from Tel Aviv
- 07:45 – Pickup from Jerusalem
- 09:30 – Arrival to Masada. Ascend via the cable car and explore the site with a guided tour
- 11:45 – Ein Gedi. Hike in this beautiful nature reserve, a desert oasis, with guide
- 14:00 – Dead Sea. Enjoy floating in the waters and immersing in muds of this uniques place, the lowest on Earth. Free time for lunch
- 16:30 – Depart from the Dead Sea
- 17:30 – Arrival back in Jerusalem
- 18:30 – Arrival back in Tel Aviv
NB – all timings are approximate
Tour Information
- This is a guaranteed departure tour departing every day
- 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, short video presentation about the Dead Sea, tour guide.
- Excludes: Masada entrance and cable car (76 NIS approx.), Ein Gedi entrance fee (29 NIS)
- Important information. From January 13 to January 27, 2018, the cable car is closed due to maintenance. On these days, passengers will reach Masada hilltop with a 20-min hiking path (called “Roman Path”, on the Western side of the hill). The hike will be guided by our experienced guide. During this period, you should expect the tour to end approximately one hour later than the normal schedule.
