Masada and Dead Sea Day Trip from Jerusalem

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Duration: 9 hours
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Experience Highlights

Join this tour and travel from Jerusalem to Masada and the Dead Sea. The tour will last approximately 9 hours, during which time you will be accompanied by an expert guide, with whom you will learn about the history of the places you will visit.

You will travel through the Judean desert in a comfortable air-conditioned vehicle and pass by the place where the famous parable of the Good Samaritan is believed to have taken place. At Masada, you will visit the legendary ruins of King Herod's palaces, and then continue to the famous salt-filled waters of the Dead Sea.

  • Enjoy a 9-hour tour from Jerusalem to Masada and the Dead Sea.
  • Visit the legendary ruins of King Herod's palaces at Masada.
  • Take a dip and watch as you float in the famous salt-rich waters of the Dead Sea.

What’s included

  • Excursion to Masada and the Dead Sea
  • Expert guide
  • Round-trip transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle
  • Cable car to Masada

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Step by Step

In this activity you will have the opportunity, for about 9 hours, to travel from Jerusalem to Masada and the Dead Sea. You will be accompanied by an expert guide, together with whom you will discover the culture and history of the main sites of the tour.

You will start by driving through the Judean desert and pass by the place where the famous parable of the Good Samaritan took place. As you tour and observe the desert landscapes, you will also learn about the importance of the desert to Israel and the Judean region.

At Masada you will have the opportunity to ascend to the top of the city by cable car and visit the legendary ruins of the palaces of Herod, King of Judea during the time of Christ, where you will learn about the tragic end of their destruction.

After your guided tour of Masada, you will continue to the Dead Sea, where you can swim and enjoy the surreal experience of floating in its famous salt-rich waters . If you wish, you can also take a therapeutic mud bath . The Dead Sea is a unique place in the world due to its high salinity, making it a popular destination for those seeking health and beauty treatments.

After enjoying your swim in the Dead Sea, you will return to Jerusalem, passing through the ancient city of Jericho en route . The tour will end once you are driven back to your hotel, so you don't have to worry about the logistics and hassles of transportation.

Reviews

4.9
· 10 Reviews
  • W
    W.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    It was amazing, the views were wonderful
  • J
    J.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    The views from the cable car are incredible, but at the same time you get chills when you see the ground.
  • U
    U.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    Perfect for getting to know a little more in a short period of time.
  • M
    M.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    I loved being able to see the dead sea in person
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