From Tel Aviv/Jerusalem: Masada Sunrise, Ein Gedi & Dead Sea From Tel Aviv
ID: GYG289885-O-504060
Category:
Country: Israel
Duration:
06:30 hours
Description
Enjoy a technicolor sunrise from the fortress of Masada. Explore the cliffs and springs of the Ein Gedi Reserve. Relax in the healing waters of the Dead Sea.
After a pre-sunrise departure from Tel Aviv or Jerusalem, drive through the rolling hills of the Judean desert. At 5:30 AM, you’ll arrive at Masada, a set of mountaintop fortifications that date back to the 1st century BCE. Hike to peak to watch the sunrise from the summit, painting the surrounding valleys in rich hues.
Continue to the En Gedi Nature Reserve, which covers an astounding 3,500 acres. A massive oasis in the desert, it includes vast streams and rivers that spill out from impressive waterfalls. Amble through the mountainous terrain, marveling at the lush greenery in the heart of the desert.
To cap things off, head to the Dead Sea, where you’ll have 1.5 hours to relax. Coat yourself in its iconic black mud, famed for its restorative qualities, and float in the highly saline water. After your time at the lowest point on earth, you’ll head back to Tel Aviv and Jerusalem.
Highlights
- Hike to the top of Masada to view an impeccable sunrise
- Explore the gushing waterfalls of the Ein Gedi Reserve
- Enjoy a restorative sojourn on the beaches of the Dead Sea
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The Grand Beach Hotel, HaYarkon St 250, Tel Aviv-Yafo, Israel. Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before pickup.
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.
