Private Masada, Ein Gedi and Dead Sea Tour
Our private Masada, Ein Gedi, and Dead Sea Tour is a great way to explore three of Israel’s most popular and fascinating sites in one day. The tour is lead by a fully licensed tour guide and will take you on an unforgettable journey. Travel through the Judean Desert to the Masada fortress which stands proudly beside the Dead Sea. Take the cable car up the mountain and enjoy a tour of the archaeological sites as well as soak in the breathtaking view across the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, before continuing to the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve for a hike along one of Israel’s most beautiful desert wadis and oasis. You’ll finish the day swimming (floating) in the magical waters of the Dead Sea, or perhaps immerse yourself in the mineral-rich mud that can be found here.
Private Masada, Ein GEDI AND DEAD SEA Tour Highlights
- Pickup from your accommodations
- Travel through the beautiful Judean Desert driving beside the Dead Sea
- Ascend the Masada Fortress by cable car and take in the stunning desert views
- Enjoy a guided tour of the historical site
- Explore Ein Gedi Nature Reserve for a hike alongside the cool springs which are surrounded by desert
- Visit the Dead Sea, bathe and float in the water, and immerse yourself in the fresh mineral-rich mud.
- Perhaps visit Qumran, the location where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found, Ein Feshka (the lowest nature reserve in the world), Jericho (oldest city in the world) or an agricultural tour in one of Israel’s desert agriculture centers
Private Masada, Ein GEDI AND DEAD SEA Tour Itinerary
- 08:00 – Pickup from your accommodations
- 09:30 – Arrival to Masada. Ascend via the cable car and explore the site with a guided tour
- 11:45 – Hike in Ein Gedi natural park, the biggest oasis in Israel. Explore this beautiful nature reserve with springs and waterfalls together with your guide.
- 14:00 – Time for some relaxation at the Dead Sea. Enjoy floating in the salty waters and immerse yourself in the famous mineral-rich mud.
- 17:00 – Drive back through the desert and stop for a view of the site where the famous Qumran caves are located (time permitting)
- 18:00 – Arrival back at your accommodations
NB – all timings are approximate
Private Masada, Ein GEDI AND DEAD SEA Tour Details
- Things to bring: Passport, Hat and sunscreen, Walking shoes, Bathing suit and towel, water and snacks
- Includes: transportation to all sites, entrance to the beach at the Dead Sea, a short video presentation about the Dead Sea, tour guide.
- Excludes: Masada entrance and cable car, Ein Gedi entrance fee. Your guide will use a service called Skip the Line to purchase your tickets for these sites. They will collect cash for this on the day. The Masada entrance fee is 31 NIS/9 USD/8 Euro. The cable car fee is 46 NIS/13.50 USD/11.50 Euro. The Ein Gedi entrance fee is 28 NIS/8 USD/7 Euro. We accept all 3 currencies, so please be sure to bring the correct amount in cash. If you do not bring cash for this service, you may have to wait in line to buy your entrance tickets.
- Cancelation policy: You may cancel via email up to 24 hours in advance of the tour start time for a 95% refund. If you cancel within 24 hours of the tour start time, no refund will be given.
- For bookings for 15 passengers or more or for tours starting in a different location please contact us at info@touristisrael.com for a custom quote
