Visit the Dead Sea and the desert fortress of Masada on a full-day excursion departing from Jerusalem. You’ll receive personalized attention on a small-group Business-Class Tour, and you'll have the chance to float and swim in the Dead Sea as well!
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 10 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Pickup included
- Pick up is provided from centrally located Jerusalem hotels only. The supplier will confirm the pick-up time and address. If your hotel is not central, you will be sent the address of the closest meeting point.
Experience
Highlights
- Drive through the Judean desert
- Ascend Masada by cable car and tour the mountain fortress
- Float in the Dead Sea
- Enjoy the small group size of a Business-Class Tour - maximum of 18 persons
Full description
Start the day with pick-up from your hotel in Jerusalem and head to the Dead Sea, via the Judean hills. Your drive continues from there along the shores of the Dead Sea, to the desert fortress of Masada.
Arrive at Masada, where your guide will tell you about the heroic story of the Jewish fighters. You’ll ascend Masada by cable car and then tour the mountain fortress that was built by King Herod. This is the spot where the Zealots of the 1st century made their last stand against the Roman troops.
You’ll explore the site to see the remains of the walls, palaces, synagogue, water cisterns, mosaic floors and Roman baths. When you’ve completed this part of the tour, descend Masada by cable car.
Your next destination is the Dead Sea. Its shores are the lowest point on dry land on earth! You’ll have the opportunity to float and swim in the Dead Sea waters that many believe have special therapeutic effects.
Includes
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Transportation
- Government-licensed tour guide
- Entrance fees to sites
- Meals
- Tips
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Important information
Know before you go
- Comfortable walking shoes, head covering, sun protection lotion, a bathing suit and a towel are recommended.
- Hotel pick up is provided from centrally located hotels only. The supplier will confirm the pick-up time and address. If your hotel is not central, you will be sent the address of the closest meeting point.
