Private Tour from Jerusalem to the Dead Sea & Masada — 1 Day

The Dead Sea region is one of Israel’s most captivating and wondrous, packed with natural beauty, history, archaeology and so much more!

This customizable private day tour from Israel Travel Company takes you on an unforgettable 10-12 hour exploration of various highlights or specific sites based on your interests.

For early-risers, we recommend taking advantage of the coolest hours of the day and the beautiful Masada sunrise by leaving at 3:45 am on the 1.5-hour drive to the Dead Sea and Masada. You won’t regret it! Of course, if you prefer sleep in a bit, you can also schedule departure for after your breakfast.

Tour Itinerary & Options

Masada

We’ll start the day at Masada, where there are 3 ways to get up and down the mountain. Take your pick!

1. Climb the Masada Snake Path at dawn — 1.5-hour drive from Jerusalem and a 1-hour moderate walk
2. Walk up the Roman Ramp — 1.5-hour drive from Jerusalem and an easy 30-min walk
3. Catch the first cable car up the mountain and get a guided explanation along the way

Once you’ve made it up, have breakfast or a mid-morning snack and check out the Masada Multimedia Museum, or head to Kibbutz Ein Gedi for a look at the renowned botanical garden.

Ein Gedi National Park

Walk the beautiful trail of Ein Gedi to the oasis itself and swim in the waters of David’s Falls.

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!

Return

Your tour guide will take you from the Dead Sea to the doorstep of your hotel.

Contact Guide

This is a private tour with a max of 6 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 $750 per tour

This tour can be customized according to the interests of your group to include or focus on various themes:

• Archaeology
• Christianity
• Judaism
• Political
• Family-friendly sites and activities
• Culinary

Anything we missed? Let us know and we’ll work with you to tailor a tour toward any interests!

We’ve chosen to work with Israel Travel Company as an official partner because they have consistently shown a commitment to providing their clients with the best service, tour guides and itineraries.

ITC founder Zel Lederman is one of the most highly regarded tour guides in the country, and the company’s sterling track record has been recognized by Tripadvisor with a Certificate of Excellence Award for 2 years running.

Cancellations at least 7 days in advance will receive for a full refund minus booking fees.

Cancellations 3-6 days in advance will receive a 50% refund minus booking fees.

Cancellations 48 hours or less in advance will be charged the full price of the tour.