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

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

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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.

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

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.