Masada and Dead Sea day tour

Route

Pick up from hotel and drive to the Judean Desert .Pass through the Good Samaritan site, the sea level landmark and view Jericho ,the oldest city in the world.
Visit an Oriental Bedouin tent ,learn about the Bedouin culture and life ,enjoying their hospitality and if you wish, take the opportunity of having a short camel ride.
On to Masada and have a roadside view of view of the Qumran caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found.
Stop for a refreshment and visit the Dead Sea cosmetic products factory's shop. View the Ein Gedi's oasis on route where King David was hiding in one of the local caves.

Arrive to Masada-a world Heritage Site declared by UNESCO and an ancient Jewish 2000 year old fortress.
Ascend to the top of the mountain by cable car and have a guided tour exploring the archeological ruins of king Herod's palace, the water cistern, the warehouses, the synagogue, the Roman bath- house and the breaching point .Enjoy the breathtaking view over the dead sea and Jordan .Learn about the site's history and the heroic story of the Jewish fighters ,descend by cable car .

Continue to the Dead Sea -the lowest place on earth, which sits around 1300 feet (425m) below sea level. Enjoy the unique experience of floating in the water and enjoy covering yourself with a mineral rich therapeutic mud.

Return to hotel.

Departure Days

Sunday and Wednesday

*Tour not operated on Jewish holidays :April 12 ; Sep 17,24 :2023

Pick Up Times

• From Tel Aviv     08:00-08:20.
• From Jerusalem 09:00-09:30.
• From Netanya    07:00-07:10 - extra $70 per car, per ride, up to 3 people.
• From Herzelia    07:30-07:40 - extra $45 per car, per ride, up to 3 people.

Please wait at the earlier specified time.

Cost

Up to 4 participants on tour price will be $279

Price in USD per person

What's Included

• Pick- up & drop- off from hotel
• A professional licensed English speaking tour guide
• Transport by minivan/van up to 10 participants
• Late hotel pick-up
• Entrance fee to the sea shore in Dead Sea

What's Not Included

• Entry fee to Masada (about $25 )
• It is customary to tip for the Bedouin hospitality
• Meals and drinks
• Surcharge of 5% for credit card payment, it’s possible to pay cash on day tour

Notes

• Swimsuit ,towel ,hat and sun screen are recommended
• Comfortable shoes are recommended
• At winter season - umbrella and warm clothing are recommended
• This tour requires minimum number of participants
• Tour conducted by English language, other languages by request (additional fee may apply)