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Exciting and interesting trip
Fantastic experience, with a pleasant and knowledgeable guide!
Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv
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At a glance
- Duration
- 12 hours
- Price from
- $120 / person
- Location
- Tel Aviv, Israel
- Rating
- 4.4 / 5 · 1,044 reviews
- Languages
- DE, EN, FR, ES
- Group
- Small group, up to 40
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Hotel pickup
- Available
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Bein Harim Ltd
Description
Discover two of Israel's must-see sights on this memorable day trip from Tel Aviv. You'll explore the legendary ruins of Masada and King Herod's palaces, and enjoy a therapeutic visit to the famous Dead Sea. This unforgettable day trip also passes the setting of one of the New Testament's most famous parables, the Good Samaritan. Due to maintenance working of the cable car, the site of Masada will be closed between January 13th-27th 2019. As a substitution, tour will visit at Qumran caves and Baptism site on the Jordan River.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 7:15 AM
- Next available
- Wed, Oct 14
- Adult (ages 12+)
- $120
- Child (ages 4–11)
- $108
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 12.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Travel through the Judean Hills
Pass by the Good Samaritan Inn
Masada National Park
Ascend to Masada and explore the National Park
Herodium Park
Tour the remains of Herod’s palace
En Gedi Nature Reserve
See Ein Gedi Natural Reserve
Qumran Caves
Pass by the Qumran where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found
Dead Sea
Float and mud yourself at the Dead sea
What's included
Included
Professional guide
Entrance fees
Air-conditioned vehicle
Cable Car up to Masada
Hotel pickup and drop off
Not included
Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities
Pickup Locations & Times
Please note that our pickup/drop-off is available from a few central hotels only. Please select the hotel closest to your address from the drop-down menu on the tour page. If you are not sure which of the listed hotels is a good fit, please choose the option “I don’t see my pickup location” and insert enter your accommodation address. After the booking is approved by the local tour operator, a confirmation email from Bein Harim will be sent to you mentioning the final pickup point closest to your address. Please read the email with the attached booking confirmation carefully to make sure you are waiting for the pickup at the correct location. Please make sure to wait for the pickup at the hotel entrance.
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.4
1,044 reviews
How it compares in Tel Aviv
- The most-reviewed of 430 tours in Tel Aviv
- Starting price $120 is 45% below the typical $220 for tours of similar length in Tel Aviv
Excurgo comparison of 430 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Recommended to bring hats, bathing suit, towels, sun protection.
- Please note this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 4
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv take?
Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv lasts about 12 hours. The itinerary has 7 stops.
How much does Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv cost?
Prices start at $120 per person for this Tel Aviv experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 4 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 7:15 AM.
How much does Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv cost for children?
Children aged 4–11 pay from $108, adults from $120.
Can I cancel Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes, pickup is offered. Please note that our pickup/drop-off is available from a few central hotels only. Please select the hotel closest to your address from the drop-down menu on the tour page. If you are not sure which of the listed hotels is a good fit, please choose the option “I don’t see my pickup location” and insert enter your accommodation address. After the booking is approved by the local tour operator, a confirmation email from Bein Harim will be sent to you mentioning the final pickup point closest to your address. Please read the email with the attached booking confirmation carefully to make sure you are waiting for the pickup at the correct location. Please make sure to wait for the pickup at the hotel entrance. Pickup points include Dan Panorama Tel Aviv, Dan Tel Aviv Hotel.
What languages is Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN, FR, ES.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 40 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Please note this tour is not suitable for children under the age of 4
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.4 out of 5 across 1,044 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Bein Harim Ltd.
Reviews(1,044)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
M
Excellent excursion
Excellent guide in Spanish, everything was very well explained, we loved the places we visited, and the experience of swimming in the Dead Sea was extraordinary
K
Fabulous trip!
This trip is amazing! It was made so especially by our guide/driver Uvi who put everything into making it enjoyable. This man is a wealth of knowledge, humourous and great company. If in Israel this trip is a must, you won’t regret it!
H
Breathtaking Views
We had an amazing trip to Masada and the Dead Sea! Floating in the Dead Sea was unforgettable, and exploring the Masada hilltop fortress was fascinating. A big thank you to our guide, Jakob, for his excellent knowledge and engaging stories. Highly recommend this tour!
Operator response
Thanks for the rave review of your tour to this spectacular region of our country.Your guide Jacob is most worthy of your feedback for his efforts, rich experience and engaging manner.YOur warm recommendation ofour tour service is much appreciated.
M
Shlomi is the best!
Shlomi with tour Israel took us to Masada and the Dead Sea! It was a jam packed day filled with adventure, information, humor, and great people. The driver Basheer was also amazing. Love them!
Operator response
Thanks so much for this rave review of your enjoyable and enlightening tour experience. Shomi is sure worthy of such feedback for his efforts and manner.
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Wonderful experience
Excellent tour with our guide Avi, who was, once more, a very knowledgeable guide who shared the historical background and today‘s situation in a very interesting and understandable way. The spirit of Masada was very catching. Our driver Gabi completed the team, driving us safely with excellent taste in music. Can strongly recommend the tour.
Operator response
Your sincere recommendation of our serivces is much appreciated.We are always happy to read when travellers come away with a fantastic rave tour experience and want others to read about it.Thanks!
M
You won't regret it! ...
You won't regret it! Pack lots of water and snacks. For the Dead Sea it was a bit crowded but it did not alter my experience at all. The views were amazing. Plenty of amenities to rinse and shower right at the beach. More showers up at the gift shop and parking lot where you get off the bus.
Operator response
So glad to read you came away with an enjoyable and memorable tour experience in this spectacular region. Yes quantities in the season can be something to deal with. We are certainly happy to see travellers again!
G
They never picked us up and we were told that there was no tour!
We booked this tour on Viator two days in advance and received both a reference code and a confirmation code as well as our tickets. We received countdown emails letting us know our tour was coming. We were also charged the full amount on our credit card on the day of our scheduled tour. Our scheduled tour pickup time was 7:15 am so we arrived at 7:00 am. First strange thing was the pickup location was at a hotel that is no longer in business. We waited until 7:25 am and then called the tour agent who informed me that they had no record of our reservation and that they were not running any tours, given the current geopolitical situation. I provided our confirmation codes and explained that we had received both our tickets and an email as late as the morning of the tour. He apologized and asked me to send the documents to his WhatsApp number, which didn’t exist on the WhatsApp application. We have used Viator for many of our trips but are now questioning this. We now are left trying to get a refund and had to reconfigure our plans for the day.
Operator response
We are regretful that this was a logisitc unpleasant situation.Indeed the month of May was still very unstable due to the situation in the region. As you may well undertand the system is automatic and lathough we keep sharp check , some thing may slip and theu sthe event you describe.Also all agents are fully aware that a minimum amount of pax are required at such times today we are able to operate the tours. Much to our happiness the situation has been elevated and we are operating on a greater scale to guarantee tour departure. We are extreemly regretful and am sure your refund was issued
E
What a great day!
Amazing experience! Special thanks to our tour guide Eyal, who was very knowledgeable and attentive from start to finish. He gave us interesting historical and cultural information, and even information about current celebrations (Purim) and events. Even on the way back, he always had some interesting comments to add about what we saw on each side of the road. The sights were amazing, unforgettable. A great day well spent! I'll definitely book another trip next time to discover other sights as well!
Operator response
Thanks very much fror this rave review of your tourexperience with our guide Eyal. He sure deserves such feebacck for all that he gave the travellers. A fantastic tour experience that was enlightening interesting and memorable. Sure come back again soon! Look forward and dont forget to tell us your are a returning satisfied traveller.,!!
R
Yes… you need to do this!!
Absolutely fantastic experience that everyone should do! Our guide Zahi Shaked was amazing!! So friendly, informative, and entertaining that the day had no luls. Masada was spiritual! The dead Sea is something that everyone must do in their lifetime! Start to finish this tour was a grand slam!
Operator response
WOW! thanks so much for this reave review of your tour experience with Zahi at this specatacuular locations you visited. Yes it is indeed evident you had an excellent enjoyable and enlighteing tour with him. We are always so honored when travelers come way and describe their tour experience as you have. We certainly try our best to make this so,!! THANKS AGAIN
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