Get stunning views of the Judean Desert from the ancient ruins of Masada and then float in the mineral rich waters of the Dead Sea on this van tour from Tel Aviv. Visit a desert oasis at Ein Gedi.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures are in place. Check your activity voucher once you book for full details.
- Duration 12 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Starting location:
Israeli Textile Center
Bus / coach
Masada
Photo stop, Guided tour
Bus / coach
Ein Gedi
Photo stop, Guided tour
Bus / coach
Dead Sea
Photo stop, Guided tour
Bus / coach
Arrive back at:
Israeli Textile Center
For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.
- Ride the cable car to the ruins of King Herod’s palace at Masada
- Take a therapeutic mud bath in the Dead Sea
- Go for a walk in the desert oasis of the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve
- Enjoy the services of a guide throughout your tour
Embark on a guided tour of the Masada Fortress and take in the sweeping views of the Judean Desert. Travel in a comfortable and airconditioned van to the nature reserve of Ein Gedi before floating in the salty waters of the Dead Sea.
Depart Tel Aviv. Be driven through the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea region, the lowest on earth. Heading south alongside the Dead Sea, reach the foot of Mount Masada, the ancient fortress which was constructed in Roman times and is famous as the location of an iconic story of heroism.
At 9:00 AM ascend Masada by cable car and explore the site. At 11:00 AM continue to Ein Gedi, a beautiful nature reserve and oasis where you will have a chance to take a short hike or walk through the cooling and beautiful surroundings. After Ein Gedi, continue to the Dead Sea where you will access a private beach and have a chance to float in the famous waters and immerse in the muds that are so famous all around the world. Return to your hotel in Tel Aviv in the early evening.
- Guide
- Centralized pickup and drop off
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Tour of Masada
- Tour of Ein Gedi
- Swim in the Dead Sea
- Entry fees to Masada (approximately NIS 76) and Ein Gedi (NIS 29) and Dead Sea (35 NIS)
- Lunch
Select participants and date
Participants
Date
Meet by the Israeli Textile Center. The bus will wait at the corner between Kaufmann and Shenkar street.
Open in Google Maps ⟶What to bring
- Comfortable shoes
- Sunglasses
- Sun hat
- Swimwear
- Towel
- Sunscreen
Know before you go
- Please wear comfortable shoes, and bring a towel and your swimming costume
- Please note that this tour is partially self-guided
- Please note that the order of the tour itinerary is subject to change