Private Tour to the Dead Sea & Masada — 1 Day
- Duration
10 hrs - Departure days
Every Day - Languages
English, French, German, Russian, Spanish
Overview
Descend to the lowest point on Earth with a guided private tour to explore the wonders of the Dead Sea region. In addition to the Dead Sea itself, you can also visit awe-inspiring sites like Masada, Ein Gedi, Qumran and much more.
Highlights
Your guide will pick you up from your hotel at your scheduled departure time. From there, you’ll descend 1,200 meters from Jerusalem, stopping along the way at the sites you’ve chosen with your guide.
Masada
Photo: Itamar Grinberg/Ministry of Tourism
The ancient fortress of Masada is steeped in history and legend as the site where the Jews made their last stand against the Romans. Rather than be conquered, it is said that the residents chose to end their own lives as the legion closed in.
In addition to the stories, Masada is also home to impressive ruins from the Roman era, including Herod’s palace, a synagogue and an aqueduct.
Ein Gedi National Park
Walk the beautiful trail of Ein Gedi to the oasis itself and swim in the waters of David’s Falls, where David hid from King Saul’s pursuit.
You can also discover the Ein Gedi Synagogue, which possesses a mysterious and beautiful 3rd-century mosaic.
The Dead Sea
One of the greatest wonders of the world, the salty waters of the Dead Sea attract countless visitors every year. Relax on the shores and float in the waters, grab a healthy mud bath enjoy some rays of sun without worrying about getting sunburned and, most of all, take in the beautiful views!
Qumran
These ancient caves were once home to the ancient Jewish sect that penned the Dead Sea Scrolls, the oldest original copy of the Bible ever discovered. Archaeologists first uncovered the scrolls in the mid-20th century, and you can see parts of them on display in Jerusalem at the Israel Museum’s Shrine of the Book.
Return
Your tour guide will take you from the Dead Sea to the doorstep of your hotel.
Additional Options
Add-ons
- Baby seat additional $15.00/day
- Lunch $16.00 p/p
- The base price of the tour includes 10 hours of guided touring, and each hour is an additional $40.00 per tour.
- Saturday tours incur an extra charge of $135.00
Anything we missed? we’ll work with you to tailor a tour toward any interests!
Essential Info
This is a private tour with a max of 16 participants.
What’s included
- Transportation to and from your hotel
- Licensed Tour Guide
What to bring
- Money for entrance fees, food and souvenirs
- Water
- Walking shoes
- Appropriate clothing for holy sites — long pants or skirts and shirt with sleeves or covering for shoulders
- Swimsuit and towel
Details
Where: Pick-up and drop-off at your hotel
When: Departure times agreed upon at time of booking
Cost: From $568 per tour
TOUR LANGUAGES BY DAY
PICKUP CITIES AND PRICES
Cancellation Policy
- There are no refunds for no-shows or same-day cancellations
- There are no refunds for tours that include flights or accommodation
- Payments by credit card or Paypal incur a non-refundable 4% transaction fee
About Bein Harim
Bein Harim has been one of leading tour operators in Israel since its establishment in 1993. Specializing in planning, organizing and conducting custom-made, guided tours, Bein Harim possesses a fleet of modern vehicles to ensure its customers’ comfort and employs a large network of government-licensed guides qualified in a range of languages.
FAQ About Private Tour to the Dead Sea & Masada -- 1 Day
Can I bring along my luggage on the tour?
Yes, you can bring your luggage with you on the tour for no additional cost, it will be stored in the trunk of the van or bus during the tour.
Please be advised as we do not take any responsibility for any damage or loss of luggage.
It is recommended that you let us know that you are travelling with luggage.
Can I be dropped-off at a different city from where I was picked-up from?
Yes, when booking you can select a different drop-off location when booking, though there maybe an additional fee depending on where you need to be dropped off.
Can I get picked-up and dropped-off at my hotel?
Yes. when booking, you can select the hotel you are staying in to be picked-up and dropped-off.
If you are not staying at a hotel, you can choose a hotel closest from you in the list provided when booking.
Can I be dropped-off at the Dead Sea?
Yes, when finishing the booking, please write in the Comment section that you would like to be dropped-off at Kalya Beach at the Dead Sea.
From Kalya Beach you can take a bus that stops at many places on the way to and including Eilat:
What languages is the tour in, and how do I choose?
The languages for the tours are: English, French, Spanish, German and Russian. The days in which these languages are available are found in the tour itinerary above.
When booking, you are able to select the language you want, and it will show you which days it is available.
What choices do I have for lunch?
There are many options available:
- You can add lunch to your tour during the booking process, vegetarian options are available.
- You can bring money to buy lunch and snacks during the tour.
- You may bring your own lunch, but we would recommend that you keep the food in a cooler bag, as it can be warm on the tour.
How long will the half day tour take?
The tour is approximately 5 hours long.
What should I do if I didn't receive a confirmation email?
We work hard to make sure that you do receive a confirmation e-mail after booking, but in off-chance, you don’t:
- Please check your Spam or Promotional folder.
- If you still haven’t found the email confirmation, you may have typed in a wrong E-Mail address. In such a case, please contact our customer support team below.
Tel: +972-3-542-2000
Will we be taking a dip in the Dead Sea?
Yes, taking a dip in the Dead Sea is included in the tour.
