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From Tel Aviv: Masada, Ein Gedi, and Dead Sea Guided Tour

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Day trip
From Tel Aviv: Masada, Ein Gedi, and Dead Sea Guided Tour
4.0837007 out of 5 stars
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4.0837007 out of 5 stars
681 reviews

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.

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Duration 12 hours
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English

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

K
Katharina – Germany

Simon was a real fun guide who took all the time that was needed. He could answer all the questions with full knowledge! Masada was just excellent. Unfortunately Ein Gedi was not full accessable because of a landslide some months ago, but so there was more time for the Dead Sea swimming - we had 2 hours.

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Alfie – United Arab Emirates

Amazing day trip! Gabriel, our tour guide was very energetic and kind! Mendi our driver, thank you for keeping us safe on the road! It was a pleasure to meet you both! 😊

Itinerary

  • Timeline stop icon

    Starting location:

    Israeli Textile Center

  • Bus/coach

  • Timeline stop icon

    Masada

    Photo stop, Guided tour

  • Bus/coach

  • Timeline stop icon

    Ein Gedi

    Photo stop, Guided tour

  • Bus/coach

  • Timeline stop icon

    Dead Sea

    Photo stop, Guided tour

  • Bus/coach

  • Arrive back at:

    Israeli Textile Center

Main stop

For reference only. Itineraries are subject to change.

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

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.

Includes

  • 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

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Meeting point

Meet by the Israeli Textile Center. The bus will wait at the corner between Kaufmann and Shenkar street.

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Important information

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

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.1 /5

based on 681 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.3/5
  • Transportation
    4.3/5
  • Value for money
    3.9/5

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K
Katharina – GermanySeptember 27, 2023 – Verified booking
Simon was a real fun guide who took all the time that was needed. He could answer all the questions with full knowledge! Masada was just excellent. Unfortunately Ein Gedi was not full accessable because of a landslide some months ago, but so there was more time for the Dead Sea swimming - we had 2 hours.
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Alfie – United Arab EmiratesSeptember 5, 2023 – Verified booking
Amazing day trip! Gabriel, our tour guide was very energetic and kind! Mendi our driver, thank you for keeping us safe on the road! It was a pleasure to meet you both! 😊
M
Melanie – AustraliaJuly 30, 2023 – Verified booking
Amazing day with very knowledgeable guide and lovely driver - well worth it!

Product ID: 119053

Activity provider:Tourist Israel Tours

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