Dead Sea, Masada at Sunrise and Ein Gedi Tour from Jerusalem

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Three sites in one morning: Masada's sunrise view, Ein Gedi's waterfalls and pools, the Dead Sea's therapeutic mud

This 10-hour tour from Jerusalem takes you to three Dead Sea region sites: Masada's archaeological ruins (reached by cable car), Ein Gedi Nature Reserve's desert oasis with springs and pools, and the Dead Sea itself for floating and mud bathing. The tour is self-guided at each stop; air-conditioned transport and Dead Sea beach entry are included. Entrance fees to Masada and Ein Gedi, food, drinks and towels are at your own expense, though towels can be rented at the meeting point.

10h

Step-by-step itinerary

Masada sunrise, Ein Gedi, Dead Sea

Depart Jerusalem before dawn
Take cable car up Masada fortress
Explore Masada archaeological ruins
Drive to Ein Gedi oasis
Hike and explore Ein Gedi nature reserve
Swim and float in Dead Sea
Relax with Dead Sea mud bath
Return to Jerusalem

The Experience

The tour departs Jerusalem before dawn so you reach Masada in time for sunrise. You'll travel south through the Judean Desert to the fortress, take a cable car to the top, and explore the excavated ruins—one of Israel's most important archaeological sites and the setting of a significant story of Jewish resistance. The location itself is the draw: Masada stands high above the surrounding desert and the Dead Sea, and the view from the summit frames the entire day.

From Masada, you drive to Ein Gedi, a desert oasis fed by springs and streams. A short hike through the nature reserve takes you past mountain goats and other wildlife among the vegetation, with access to cool running water, natural pools and refreshing springs where you can bathe. Note that parts of the reserve are currently closed for maintenance, so check what sections are open before you go. The contrast between the barren desert outside and the green, flowing water inside is sharp enough that the oasis feels like stepping into another landscape.

The final stop is the Dead Sea itself, the lowest point on earth. You float in the salty water—the salinity makes it impossible to sink—and can cover yourself in the therapeutic mud before rinsing off. This is where the pace slows; there's time to relax before the return drive to Jerusalem. Bring swimwear, a towel (or rent one for 15 Israeli shekels), sunscreen and a hat. Food and drinks are not included, so plan accordingly or bring your own.

What’s included

Air-conditioned transport from Jerusalem.
cable car access to Masada.
entry to the Dead Sea beach.
time to explore Masada's ruins, Ein Gedi's springs and pools, and the Dead Sea independently.

Good to know

Moderate physical levelInfant seats availablePublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelersNot for heart conditions

Operated by Abraham Tlalim Tours LTD

Is this one for you?The 10-hour commitment means you leave before dawn and return mid-afternoon, which works if your schedule has the morning free but rules out a full day of other activities. This is a self-guided tour at each stop, so you set your own pace at the ruins, the oasis and the water—there's no group instruction or tight timing within the day itself.