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. Discover a desert oasis at the nature reserve of Ein Gedi.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 1 day
- Starting time 6:30 AM
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
Experience
Itinerary
18 hours
Tel Aviv
- 3 hours
Masada (guided tour, photo stop)
- 30 minutes
Ein Gedi (guided tour, photo stop)
- 30 minutes
Dead Sea (guided tour, photo stop)
- 2 hours
Tel Aviv
Meeting point
Main stop
Highlights
- 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
Full description
At 6:30 AM 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 mud's that are so famous all around the world.
Return to your hotel in Tel Aviv at 5:30 PM.
Includes
- Guide
- Air-conditioned transportation with English-speaking drivers
- Entry fee to a private beach at the Dead Sea
- Entry fees to Masada (approximately NIS 76) and Ein Gedi (NIS 29)
- Lunch
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Participants
Date
Prepare for the activity
Meeting point
Israeli Textile Center, Kaufmann Street 2 (Corner of Shenkar & Kaufmann St), at 6:30 AM. Arrive 15 minutes before the activity starts.
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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
