Masada, Ein Gedi & Dead Sea Tour from Tel Aviv
Description
Experience the Judean Desert on a full-day guided tour from Tel Aviv. Begin at Masada, the historic fortress of King Herod, where a cable car ride takes you to the top to explore ancient ruins and admire panoramic views of the Dead Sea and desert scenery. Continue to Ein Gedi, a green oasis in the desert, offering scenic walks, waterfalls, and wildlife spotting. Finish the day at the Dead Sea, enjoying the unique experience of floating in its mineral-rich waters and covering yourself in the healing mud. Comfortable transport, daily departures, and an expert guide make it simple to enjoy the desert’s top sights in one day. Book your spot today!
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Itinerary
Arrive at Masada. Ascend via the cable car and explore the site with a guided tour
Head to Ein Gedi and explore this beautiful nature reserve with waterfalls and unique nature
At the Dead Sea, enjoy floating on the healing waters
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What's included
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Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Each traveler is allowed a maximum of 1 suitcase and 1 carry-on bag. Oversized or excessive luggage (e.g. surfboards, golf clubs or bikes) may have certain restrictions, please inquire with the operator prior to travel to confirm if your excess luggage is acceptable
- We don’t cover the entrance fees for Masada National Park (37 NIS/12 USD/10 Euro), the Masada cable car (54 NIS/18 USD/15 Euro), and the Ein Gedi Reserve (31 NIS/10 USD/9 Euro)
- An entrance fee is also required for the Dead Sea’s private beach (45 NIS / 15 USD/ 12.5 Euro)
- Pay attention to your guide's instructions and be sure to return to the bus at the agreed time
- The tour’s itinerary may be subject to change due to unpredictable weather
- What to bring: Walking shoes, water shoes, bathing suit, towel
Reviews(290)
Today I joined the Masada, Ein Gedi, and Dead Sea tour with Mr Sharif Abdoand honestly it was one of the best tours I’ve ever experienced. Sharif was not just a guide — he explained everything with deep knowledge of the history and culture, exactly like a great teacher. He helped us truly understand why Masada is so important, the meaning behind these places, and the stories connected to them. From the historical significance of Masada to every detail about the region and the Dead Sea, everything was explained with passion, patience, and professionalism. It didn’t feel like just a tour; it felt like a meaningful educational and human experience. I truly enjoyed every moment and highly recommend this tour group, especially Sharif, to anyone looking for a professional and unforgettable experience. Also thank to tourist Israel Thanks Saba khoi Journalist and founder of Cyrus accords foundation I would absolutely join another tour with this team again. 🙏✨
Thank you for such a thoughtful and meaningful review. Masada, Ein Gedi, and the Dead Sea are places layered with history, culture, and perspective, and experiences like these are designed to go far beyond simply visiting the sites themselves. At Tourist Israel, we place a strong emphasis on guides who can transform these locations into experiences that feel immersive, educational, and genuinely memorable, so it’s wonderful to hear Sharif created exactly that throughout your day. Your kind words and recommendation truly mean a great deal to our team.
The history and scenery is breathtaking. Our tour guide Yossi was so knowledgeable. His passion and insight made the day truly memorable.
Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear the history, scenery, and Yossi’s guidance combined to create such a memorable experience for you. At Tourist Israel, we believe the right guide can completely transform the way a destination is experienced, and it’s wonderful to hear Yossi’s passion, knowledge, and insight brought the day to life in such a meaningful way.
We booked a tour with you for today. You told us to be at the meeting point in Tel Aviv at 6:30, and we arrived on time and waited there, but nobody came and we have not received any update from your side. We are now left waiting and do not know what we should do next. Please respond as soon as possible and explain the situation. Thank you.
Dear Saba, Please accept our sincere apologies for the miscommunication and any inconvenience caused. We made several attempts to reach you in the days leading up to your tour to inform you that this tour was canceled, with no reply from you. We are glad you decided to reschedule the tour with us, at a later date, and appreciate the lovely review you left us on google business account. We hope to host you again the next time you are in Israel. Best, TI
It's a wonderful tour. The locations are especially beautiful. It's worth it. Our guide Sharif was very good. He knows a lot about the region and the history of Israel and was able to explain it to us in a very entertaining way. They searched us with a very nice and comfortable van. We had an excellent day. Gracias Shariff
Dear Silvina, I'm delighted to hear you had a good experience with us on the Masada, Ein Gedi, and The Dead Sea tour. Thank you, and we hope to see you again soon!
Make sure to confirm your trip! My tour guide did not show, call or email in advance. Waited an hour then left.
We're truly sorry to hear about your experience and sincerely apologize for the inconvenience and frustration caused. This is not the level of service we aim to provide, and we take your feedback very seriously. Our team is currently investigating what went wrong and why you were not contacted or picked up as scheduled.
Tour guide Yana was very informative and was possibly the best tour guide ever. I was lucky enough to have her as my guide for the Jerusalem and Masada tours.
We're so happy you had an amazing tour with Yana! She'll be thrilled to hear your kind feedback.
Amazing trip, I've visited 58 countries and been on several day trips but this tops them all! I knew nothing about the history of Masada but was told to visit by a friend. What an unbelievable history this place has, Sivan was very detailed and knowledgeable throughout. I've found myself on Google looking deeper into it's story!! The entire day was well worth it, Ein Gedi with its waterfalls topped off with floating around in the Dead Sea. Truly an experience of a lifetime!!! A must when visiting Israel.
Shalom! We're honored that this experience stood out among your travels. Masada’s story is truly remarkable, and we're so glad Sivan’s knowledge helped bring it to life for you. It’s great to hear you enjoyed the day, and we hope to welcome you back for more adventures in Israel!
Lovely trip and lovely staff. Such a beautiful country. The tour guide was so sweet and knowledgeable. Had the best time!
We're so glad to hear you had an amazing time! Thank you for sharing your experience and choosing to travel with us.
We had a great time on the trip! Everything ran smoothly and efficiently and our tour guide Shahar was awesome! Thank you :)
That's amazing you had an incredible time on the trip! We'll also pass along your kind words to Shahar. Thank you so much.
Magical place! Interesting! The tourist structure is excellent and there is a cable car to get to Herod's castle from where you have a beautiful view of the desert and the Dead Sea
