This full-day guided tour will provide you with an opportunity to climb up the mountaintop fortress of Masada and take a swim in the mineral-rich Dead Sea.
Aboard an air-conditioned bus, you’ll travel from Herzliya through the Judean Desert toward Masada. As you climb the mountaintop in a cable car, your guide will tell you the history of the fortress – about King Herod and the Jewish Zealots who resisted the Romans.
Afterwards, you'll head to the Dead Sea. Along the way, you’ll pass by the Ein Gedi, a desert oasis with lush foliage and waterfalls. You’ll get to swim in the waters of the Dead Sea, which is almost tenfold saltier than the ocean. For a natural spa treatment, you can try applying mud to various parts of your body before going back into the water.
Why Visit
- Stunning views of the Judean Desert and the Dead Sea from Masada
- A perfect mix of sightseeing and learning about the history of Israel
- Black mud wrap makes for an instant spa treatment at the Dead Sea
What's included
- Admission to attractions
- Guide services
- Transportation in air-conditioned coach
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
Restrictions
- Visitors need to show a valid photo ID.
- Comfortable footwear is recommended.
Languages spoken by guide
Additional information
This tour offers a choice between a Business option (a group that can accommodate up to 22 people) and a Tour option (a group that can accommodate up to 40 people). These options differ only by group size.
A change of vehicle may be required at the pickup and drop-off destinations in order to save time and avoid traffic and delay.
Please bring swimwear, sunscreen, a hat, a towel and flip-flops.
Children aged 0–3 can join for free and do not need to be booked.
Please note that the pickup time may be delayed by up to 20 minutes due to traffic or other operational issues.