Judean Desert Safari from Jerusalem

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Drive through the Judean Desert from Jerusalem toward the Dead Sea
• 02 Pass the Inn of the Good Samaritan and the caves of Qumran
• 03 Transfer to a 4X4 vehicle for an off-road desert adventure
• 04 Explore the Dragot Cliffs and Wadi Murbaat area
• 05 See the Murbaat Caves and dramatic desert landscapes
• 06 Float in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea
• 07 Enjoy a full-day experience combining history, scenery, and adventure

Travel from Jerusalem into the dramatic landscapes of the Judean Desert on a full-day adventure that combines history, off-road exploration, and time to unwind at the Dead Sea. Along the way, pass landmarks including the Inn of the Good Samaritan and the caves of Qumran, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered.

After transferring to a 4X4 vehicle, head into the desert terrain for an exciting ride across sand and rock, through ravines, and up to the Dragot Cliffs and Wadi Murbaat. Finish the day with a relaxing float in the mineral-rich waters of the Dead Sea and the chance to enjoy its famous black mud.

After transferring to a 4X4 vehicle, head into the desert terrain for an exciting ride across sand and rock, through ravines, and up to the Dragot Cliffs and Wadi Murbaat.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Jerusalem, Dead Sea (Israel)

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

The Dead Sea

Metzoke Dragot

Judean Desert

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Hotel Pickup

Know before you go

• PASSPORT REQUIRED
• DRESS CODE
• Modest dress: Covered shoulders/ No shorts is required for the holy sites.
• Change of vehicle required for transfers of pick up / drop off destinations to save time, avoid traffic and delay.
• There might be some delay (up to 20 minutes) due to traffic or other operational issues.
• This tour is subject to Palestinian authority regulations.
• Passport compulsory
• Recommended good walking shoes, hat & water.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Pickup service provided in Jerusalem.

Tour start

Pickup service provided in Jerusalem.

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.