From Tel Aviv: Masada & Dead Sea Full Day Tour with Pick Up French Tour
ID: GYG21580-O-22332
Category:
Country: Israel
Duration:
10:00 hours
Description
Explore the Dead Sea and the ancient ruins of Masada on a full-day tour. Ascend by cable car to King Herod’s mountain fortress, before floating in the mineral rich Dead Sea waters. On return drive view Qumeran Caves from the roadside.
This full day tour from Tel Aviv takes you to the Judean Hills and the shores of the Dead Sea, and to the site of one of the most remarkable stories in Jewish history.
Perched on a high plateau, the ancient fortified palace of Masada became a refuge for Zealots who took a stand against the Romans, until the mass suicide of the zealots in 73 AD.
The ruins sit precariously on a plateau some 1,300 feet above sea level and measure 2,000-foot long by 1,000-foot wide. They boast extraordinary views of the Dead Sea and the Judean Desert. It is an exhausting climb, but we will ascend by cable car to make life easier!
Explore the fortress built by King Herod in around 37 BC. Visit the remains of the palaces and see mosaic floors, Roman baths and other findings. Masada was also home to the oldest synagogue in Israel, but one of the most remarkable features are the 12 water cisterns, each with a capacity of up to 140,000 cubic feet.
Following the tour of Masada you will drive to the Dead Sea Mineral Beach. Located in the Jordan Rift Valley, between Jordan and the West Bank, it is the lowest place on earth and its high density of salt makes for a unique experience as you float on the beautiful aquamarine surface. Take a mud-bath and benefit from the therapeutic qualities of the natural Dead Sea mud.
You will then drive back to Tel Aviv, with an on route view of the Qumeran cave, where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found.
Highlights
- Full day tour to Masada and the Dead Sea from Tel Aviv
- Ascend to the top of the mountain by cable car
- Float in the mineral rich waters of the Dead Sea
- Visit the magnificent King Herod fortress at Masada
- See panoramic views of the Dead Sea and Rift Valley
- Roadside view of The Good Samaritan, the symbol of the parable of Jesus on the Good Samaritan
- Roadside view of Qumran Caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• A hat, bathing suit, towels, comfortable shoes, and flip flops are recommended
• This tour is not suitable for children under the age of 4
You must keep social distance while in vehicles
The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
You will receive a mandatory temperature check
You are required to bring and wear a mask
Pick-up from main hotels in Tel Aviv, Herzliya, and Netanya
Pick-up times:
From Tel Aviv: 07:15
From Herzliya: 07:00
From Netanya: 06:30.
If you need to be picked up from elsewhere (like an airbnb), the local operator will send you details of the closest pick-up point.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 48 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 48 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
