Israel · Desert Adventure

Full-Day Dead Sea, Masada and Ein Gedi Tour with Oasis and Fortress

1 Day Round trip from Masada Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Explore the lush oasis of Ein Gedi with its cool waterfalls and flourishing flora and fauna
  • 02 Look for beautiful Ibex and Orex in the surrounding mountains
  • 03 Ascend Masada by cable car and discover King Herod's ancient clifftop fortress
  • 04 Experience a therapeutic dip in the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth

Spend a day exploring some of Israel's most remarkable natural and archaeological sites. Visit the lush oasis of Ein Gedi Reserve, discover the ancient clifftop fortress of Masada in the Judean Desert, and continue to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, for a therapeutic dip. Along the way, experience the striking landscapes of the Judean Wilderness and enjoy time at a local restaurant for lunch.

Continue to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, and experience a therapeutic dip in its waters.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
Cities Dead Sea (Israel), Masada, Ein Gedi
Languages English, Hebrew

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Ein Gedi, Masada and the Dead Sea

  • Depart early in the morning for the Dead Sea.

  • Travel south through the Judean Wilderness, a place of refuge and shelter for Jews since time immemorial.

  • Drive south and stop at the desert oasis of Ein Gedi, with its lush greenery and cool waterfalls.

  • Appreciate the unique variety of flourishing flora and fauna in this area.

  • Look for the beautiful Ibex and Orex hiding in the surrounding mountains.

  • Hike deeper into the coolness of this desert oasis to enjoy the rush of a cascading waterfall in all its natural beauty.

  • Travel to Masada and ascend the clifftop fortress by cable car.

  • Explore the ancient remains of fortifications, King Herod's palaces, storerooms, and baths.

  • Stop at Mount Sdom, made of salt, and see the column of salt traditionally believed to be Lot's wife.

  • Continue to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, and experience a therapeutic dip in its waters.

  • Have lunch at a local restaurant.

End of the tour.

Ein Gedi oasis, Masada clifftop fortress, Dead Sea salt waters, Mount Sdom

Where this trip takes you

Ein Gedi oasis, Masada clifftop fortress, Dead Sea salt waters, Mount Sdom

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Masada 3 cities · 1 Day

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Entrance fees

  • Drinks and snacks

  • Transportation

  • Guide

What to bring

  • Bathing suit
  • Sunscreen
  • Towel
  • Hats

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Masada, Israel
Tour start
Masada, Israel
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 1 day finishes where it began, in Masada.

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