Jerusalem: Dead Sea, Sunrise at Masada & Ein Gedi Tour
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99 Ratings
Jerusalem
Experience an awe-inspiring sunrise from the top of ancient Masada and explore the breathtaking Ein Gedi oasis. Conclude your morning trip with a rejuvenating swim at the Dead Sea.
Duration:
10 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Masada National Park - Leaving Jerusalem, we’ll travel south through the beautiful Judean Desert to the foot of the Masada fortress which stands beside the Dead Sea. You’ll take a cable car to the top of the fortress, enjoy the special views, and explore the archaeological ruins. Masada is one of Israel’s most important archaeological sites, and the site of one of the greatest tales of Jewish heroism. The excavated ruins are fascinating to explore, and the remarkable location high above the surrounding desert and the Dead Sea, makes this an impressive experience. You’ll ascend to the top of Masada via a cable car.
- En Gedi Nature Reserve - We will drive to Ein Gedi, a desert oasis where you can take a short hike, where you’ll likely encounter mountain goats and other creatures among the vegetation. The nature reserve includes a stream of cool running water, leading to various pools and refreshing springs, where you are welcome to bathe on hot days.
- Dead Sea - The last part of the tour is spent at the lowest point on earth, the Dead Sea. Enjoy the salty waters and rejuvenating therapeutic mud, floating and relaxing, before we return to Jerusalem.
What's Included
- Guided tour with a mobile app
- Air-conditioned transportation
- Access to Dead Sea beach included
What's Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Entrance fees to national parks: Masada (31 ILS) and Ein Gedi (28 ILS)
- Towel
Additional Information
Witness an unforgettable sunrise from the top of ancient Masada and enjoy time at beautiful Ein Gedi and the Dead Sea on this morning trip from Jerusalem! Leave before dawn and travel to all three sites, enjoying time to explore each independently. Climb up the Masada mountainside to experience the sunrise over the mountains and Dead Sea, behold the waterfalls at the paradise-like oasis of Ein Geidi, and finish with a
Behold the break of day at the peak of the historical Masada, relax at the striking Ein Gedi, and bask by the Dead Sea on this daybreak excursion from Jerusalem! Depart in the pre-dawn hours and venture to these three landmarks, having the chance to sightsee solo at each destination. Ascend the slopes of Masada to greet the day’s early light with views across the rugged terrain and Dead Sea, observe the cascades amidst the idyllic sanctuary of Ein Gedi, and culminate with a buoyant swim and therapeutic mud treatment in the lustrous Dead Sea. Note that entry charges and dining expenses are your responsibility.
- Important Update: Please note that due to maintenance efforts, parts of the Ein Gedi nature reserve will be closed until further notice.
- Valid passports (Copy accepted), Hats, Sunscreen, Comfortable shoes, Swimwear, Flip-flops, Towels and Drinking water are required.
- Towels can be rented (15 ILS) at the meeting point before departure.
- Please note that this is a self-guided tour.
Location
Abraham Jerusalem
Ha-Nevi'im Street
Upon arrival, please enter the lobby of Abraham Jerusalem (Abraham Hostel).
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.3
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Maugham1
Sep 21, 2023
Awesome experience and great company! - My flights into Israel were suddenly cancelled causing a more than 24 hour delay in my arrival. That meant in turn that I was going to miss my scheduled tour. I emailed Abraham Tours to explain the situation and asked to be moved to another date; while waiting for a reply - caused by the time difference - I got worried that the only other date I could go was going to fill up, so I made a second booking. Abraham Tours not only honored my request to move my original booking to the new date, they refunded my money for the second booking. They didn't have to do that, so I really appreciate it.
The tour itself was everything I hoped it would be. Abraham Tours has it down to a science with excellent scheduling, ample time on site, clear directions, and a comfortable bus experience en route. I would 100% take additional tours with them next time I am in Israel!
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Mary_m
Aug 28, 2023
Mazada Sunrise - Samuel was very knowledgeable. The tour was prompt and meeting point was easy to find.
My husband hiked the masada up/down. He said, it was a little hard with his bad knees . Bring a small flashlight because it is still a little dark at 5am. But the view up the Masada is interesting.
Ein Jedi and Dead Sea was amazing. The tour gave us enough time to explore.
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Ianwestbrook64
Jul 14, 2023
Wonderful experience at Masada sunrise - This was the highlight of our two-week stay in Israel. It was worth every step of the hike up Masada in the dark to be at the top to see the sun rise.
Tour leader Liori did a superb job. She was brilliantly organised, gave clear instructions and useful tips as we arrived at each spot, without being overbearing.
The day was well-structured and we had plenty of time at each of the three stops to enjoy where we were.
We'd highly recommend this trip and I'd use Abraham Tours again on our next visit to Israel.
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G3095ibevaf
May 29, 2023
Sunrise Masada Tour - Tour was great! Our driver Sami went above and beyond. On the drive he told us about the places we were passing and the history of the places we visited. We learned so much. I have been on other tours to the same places but this one was by far the best thanks to Sami.
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N10-6-2010
May 18, 2023
A perfect way to experience the Dead Sea, climb Masada and enjoy Ein Gedi safely and with the minimum of fuss - The tour runs like clockwork. Climbing Masada before sunrise is an unforgettable experience. Highly recommended
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Kendraw287
Apr 10, 2023
Incredible sunrise hike! The best tour I did in Israel. - This tour is worth the start time - the hike up to Masada was one of my favorite experiences in Israel! It would have been nice to have time to do a longer loop through Ein Gedi, but we were still able to see a few waterfalls (and were tired from the Masada hike anyway). My group got extra time at the Dead Sea, so we had plenty of time to enjoy it. After two days of much larger tour groups, it was great to be in a smaller group and have the freedom to do what I wanted in each place rather than following a guide. I really recommend this to anyone visiting!
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Lovetotravelv
Mar 18, 2023
Wonderful Experience to Visit Masada, Ein Gedi and dead sea in a day - The early departure was absolutely worth it. Meeting point at 2.30 am at Abraham and then off we go to Jerusalem for pick ups and then Masada. We made it to the top in about 45 Minutes, recommended to wear good shoes and bring sunscreen as the sun was already hot at 8 am. Our driver Samuel gave us some Insight as a local during the ride, which completed with the Abraham App was the perfect amount of Information, still giving us independence to wander at our own rhythm. We suggest to do the Wet Trail in Ein Gedi if your a bit adventurous and don’t mind getting your feet wet :)
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Philip_l
Oct 26, 2022
Earn your beer. - It was quite a climb up the Snake Trail, but this 68-year old made it. I earned a beer at the lowest bar on Earth at the Dead Sea stop.
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309meganm309
Jun 5, 2023
Mediocre - We were told the snake path was closed, and the tour left 45 minutes later than usual because of it. When we got to Masada we were told the path is actually open, and we're hiking it, when sunrise was in 15 minutes and it's nearly an hour hike up. Also, for the price I was not expecting such a large group - it was a full coach bus (54 people). Our guide/organizer for the day was great though, and we did get a decent amount of time at each place.
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Z7874awhelenaw
Jan 17, 2024
Terrible - This trip was the most horrific in my life and I am shocked at how unprofessionally I was treated. When I was visiting the national park in En Gedi, I experienced a rockfall that I only decided to do out of sheer luck. The family standing right next to me lost their small child. Several people were injured, including some children. I was in shock and was slightly injured. The leader of our tour wanted to continue his tour immediately without interruption and told me to get on the bus and he would take care of me. We then drove to the Dead Sea. He treated my abrasions and told me that I could not go into the Dead Sea with my wounds. When I said I was in shock, he said things like: "Just get up tomorrow with a smile" and "Don't worry, when you get married it will go away again". He then wanted to leave me alone in the bus for the next two hours while the rest of the group bathed in the Dead Sea. It was not until late in the afternoon, when we were back in Tel Aviv, that a member of staff offered me the opportunity to go to the hospital. Two days later I called the agency again and asked if they could help me find psychological help in Tel Aviv. They just put me through to the general hotline for emotional support. I could have managed that on my own.
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