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The Judean Desert, the Dead Sea and Masada

About this experience

As in all of Jewish Israel Tours, you can choose to add plenty of activities, such as a visit to the hot springs by the Dead Sea, a dip in the sea, a visit to the cosmetics factory where all products are manufactured from minerals from the Dead Sea, a visit to a nursery that grows herbs mentioned in the Bible, the botanical garden at Kibbutz Ein Gedi, or Qumran and the Dead Sea Scrolls, and more.

At a glance

  • Duration: 9 hr–12 hr
  • Private experience

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The Judean Desert, the Dead Sea and Masada
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour9 hr–12 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesru (live guide), English (live guide), he (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 9 hr–12 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Local guides to help you plan

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • WiFi on board
  • Air-conditioned vehicle

Not included

  • Lunch
  • entrance & cable car at Masada

Itinerary and highlights

a beautiful view point overlooking Yeriho

Due to the unwillingness of the Jewish residents of the fortress to succumb to the Roman army – even at the cost of their lives – Masada has become one of the best known legends of Jewish heroism. We will go up to the mountain fortress by cable car and learn the amazing story of what happened here almost 2,000 years ago.

The Dead Sea is definitely one of the wonders of the world. In Hebrew we call it the salt sea and once it was called the ancient sea. When you go on a trip here you encounter wonderful desert landscapes and unique natural phenomena. The water is so saline, about 34% that life almost non-existent here. At the same time, there are a number of sweet springs on the shores of the Dead Sea, around which beautiful oases have developed. On a trip in the area, it is recommended to visit one of them, such as Ein Gedi or Ein Feshcha.

The Dead Sea is the lowest place in the world where we can travel. The height of the Dead Sea is -423 meters, which is 1,388 feet below the global sea level. The depth along with the unique minerals found in the Dead Sea make it a great healing site.

You are invited to be smeared in the special mud of the Dead Sea or just float on the water even sitting. The density of salt water will not allow your body to sink.

enjoy the magnificent view and a quick swim in the pools of one of the nature reserves

Meeting and pickup information

  • Jerusalem area

Languages and tickets

  • ru — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • he — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Ji- tours

Meeting points and locations

Accessibility and practical details

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 9 hr–12 hr.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Jerusalem area
Which guide languages are listed?
ru (live guide), English (live guide), he (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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