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From Jerusalem: full-day guided tour of Masada, Ein Gedi, and the Dead Sea

Language: English

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Duration: 10 hours

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Why you’ll love this…

Vist the desert fortress of Masada with an expert guide
Explore Ein Gedi, the beautiful desert oasis and nature reserve
Float in the waters of the Dead Sea and immerse yourself in the healing mud

What to expect

Enjoy a full-day guided excursion departing from Jerusalem on a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle and head to the Dead Sea region. Drive through the Judean Desert to the lowest region on earth.

Heading south alongside the Dead Sea, you will 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. Explore the site with our expert guide.

You'll then proceed to Ein Gedi, a beautiful nature reserve and an oasis where you will have a chance to take a short hike or walk through the cooling and beautiful surroundings.

After 1.5 hours of exploring, continue to the Dead Sea where you will access a private beach. Enjoy bathing, floating on its therapeutic waters, and covering yourself with the world-famous mud. You will be back in Jerusalem around 5.30pm.

What's included

Expert tour guide
Transportation in air-conditioned vehicle

What's not included

Food and drinks
Entrance fees
Tips (optional)
Health/travel insurance

Where

King David St 7, Jerusalem, 9410119, Israel

Meeting point:

At the entrance to the David Citadel Hotel.

What to remember

Accessibility:

Moderate walking is involved
Each traveller may bring 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on; oversized or special items (surfboards, golf clubs, bikes) may have restrictions—check with the operator in advance

Extra fees to be paid on-site:

Masada National Park entrance (37 NIS / 12 USD / 10 Euro)
Masada cable car (54 NIS / 18 USD / 15 Euro)
Ein Gedi Reserve entrance (31 NIS / 10 USD / 9 Euro)
Dead Sea private beach entry (45 NIS / 15 USD / 12.5 Euro)

Know in advance:

Dead Sea beach has changing rooms for showering and changing before and after floating

Remember to bring:

Good walking or hiking shoes, water shoes, water bottle, snacks, hat, sunscreen, swimsuit, and towel

Provider

Tourist Israel

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 95% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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