Adventure

From Jerusalem: Masada at Sunrise, Ein Gedi & Dead Sea Tour

Activity provider: Abraham Tours
Adventure

From Jerusalem: Masada at Sunrise, Ein Gedi & Dead Sea Tour

Activity provider: Abraham Tours
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From US$ 76 per person

Likely to sell out

Join this tour from Jerusalem and climb the ancient Masada as the sun rises over the desert. Travel to the stunning Ein Gedi Nature Reserve and finish the day by floating in the magnificent Dead Sea.

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Duration 10 hours
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Experience

Highlights
  • Climb Masada Desert Fortress as the sun rises
  • Tour the fortress ruins and see the amazing views
  • Hike at the oasis at Ein Gedi Nature Reserve
  • Relax and float in the magnificent Dead Sea
Full description
From the Old City of Jerusalem, drive to Southern Israel for a brilliant day amongst nature. Hike in the cool darkness to the very top of the ancient desert fortress of Masada before bathing in the healing, salty waters of the Dead Sea. You will watch the day begin with a spectacular sunrise over the Moab Mountains and the Judean Desert. Then at the top of the mountain, discover the history of one the greatest Jewish symbols of hope and pride. You will ascend and descend the mountain fortress by the famous Snake Path. Then, continue on to the real highlight of the tour, a walk through the stunning Ein Gedi nature reserve with its natural 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: A truly unique experience that will leave you relaxed and fortified. Once fully refreshed and treated, you will be ready to make your homeward journey to Jerusalem.
Includes
  • Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle
  • Dead Sea beach entrance fee
  • App with written guidance
  • Towel
  • Tour guide
  • Entrance fees to Masada (31 ILS) and Ein Gedi (29 ILS)
Not suitable for
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with heart problems
  • Wheelchair users

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Meeting point

Upon arrival, please enter the lobby of Abraham Jerusalem (Abraham Hostel).

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Important information

What to bring

  • Sun hat
  • Swimwear
  • Hiking shoes
  • Sunscreen
  • Water
  • Passport, copy accepted

Know before you go

  • Physical fitness is required for this great 1-hour hike
  • Between January 15 and 25, the entrance to Masada will be available only via the "Hasolela trail", this is due to the construction of the cable car. This trail is a short hike of 15 minutes. The tour might take longer than usual
Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.5 /5

based on 132 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.5/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Service
    4.4/5
  • Organization
    4.4/5

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Nothing but great.....On this trip I was fortunate to be a part of a great group of people. A comradery was formed naturally which made the whole experience so much better. The sites were the best. Just be sure you bring comfortable hiking clothing and your swimsuit.

March 26, 2023

One of our favorite experiences in Israel and the best tour company we used by far. Samuel was an excellent guide during the drive. The hike up Masada is challenging but not prohibitively so (husband carried our 2 year old on his back and Im just over 6 months pregnant…it took us about 50 minutes and 2 bottles of water to get up). For the Dead Sea, be sure to bring flip flops or water shoes—we didn’t and really regretted it. Excellent trip— not to be missed!

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March 26, 2023

Die Tour war perfekt & unvergesslich! Der Aufstieg war sehr anstrengend, aber hat sich in jedem Fall gelohnt. Auch der Stop in En Gedi und das Baden im Toten Meer waren fabelhaft! Der Guide Samuel hat super interessante Informatik geteilt. Große Empfehlung!

March 26, 2023

Product ID: 23458