Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv: Explore Historic Ruins and Therapeutic Waters

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Harei Yehuda

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Embark on a day trip from Tel Aviv to experience the historic ruins of Masada and King Herod’s palaces, and indulge in the therapeutic waters of the Dead Sea. Discover the hidden wonders of Qumran caves and the Jordan River Baptism site as a substitute during the closure period of Masada.

Duration: 12 hours

Cancellation: 24 hours

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Highlights

Harei Yehuda - Travel through the Judean Hills
Khan Al-Hatruri - The Good Samaritan Inn - Pass by the Good Samaritan Inn
Masada National Park - Ascend to Masada and explore the National Park
Herod’s Palace (Herodium) - Tour the remains of Herod’s palace
En Gedi Nature Reserve - See Ein Gedi Natural Reserve
**Qumran…

What's Included

Professional guide
Entrance fees
In-vehicle air conditioning
Cable Car up to Masada
Hotel pickup and drop off

What's Not Included

Food and drinks, unless specified
Gratuities

Additional Information

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.
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Location

Harei Yehuda

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Martin_s

Jan 25, 2026

All Excellent - The tour is really very good. Excellent explanation of eyal. Perfect duration and travel

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Tobiasing

Jan 3, 2026

You won't be disappointed - I recommend this tour. This was a memorable trip, especially because of the guide. I don't remember his name, but he spent timing explaining what we saw in a engaged way. I felt that he was doing this because he thought it was important to spread the story of both Masada and Israel, and bot just because he was getting paid for doing it. To visit Masada gave me a new perspective in Israel; it isn't just a country with culture and city life - it is also a place with beautiful and impressive nature.

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A1315yibc

Dec 17, 2025

Unforgettable journey to unique places - From the beginning with the booking to the return journey this was a perfect tour. There was great communication with the organizer and our tour guide Yuval in advance. Picking up at the hotel was the icing on the cake. All destinations were visited as described in the description and there were also no hidden costs, all fees were included at described. Our guide Yuval was unique. A walking history book and by his fresh way of telling you could listen to him forever without it getting boring, on the contrary, the day came to an end so quickly! For me a unique day and unforgettable experience. When I visit again from Germany with my family, I already know which experience I will realize with you!

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Michael_s

Dec 6, 2025

Amazing Tour of Masada and the Dead Sea! - Spectacular day in the holy land seeing Masada and then swimming in the Dead Sea. This was my first visit to Israel. Our guide Yuval was wonderful. We learned a tremendous amount about Israel from the moment he picked us up through the time he dropped us off. Yuval mixed in humor as he told us the history of the sites. Yuval is a great representative for the people of Israel as we learned about all three monotheistic religions coexisting in harmony. I highly recommend this tour and guide. The tour bus was comfortable. We stopped for food and to use facilities. I will certainly call upon Yuval when I next come to Israel:

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Nandu_p

Dec 4, 2025

Great experience for Masada and Dead Sea - Udi was very knowledgeable and made the experience much better and enjoyable. Highly recommend. Masada and Dead Sea trip from tel aviv was a day trip and was worth it

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Inspire400597

Nov 27, 2025

Most amazing experience - Our tour guide Eli was very polite friendly and knowledgeable. He knew all tour participants names personally and provided a wealth of knowledge during the tour. I strongly recommend this tour

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Voyager711185

Nov 7, 2025

Exceptional Day Trip - I've been wanting to visit Masada and The Dead Sea for a long time and when the opportunity of visiting Israel for the first time in over 30 years for a friend's wedding,I jumped at the opportunity and the first trip on my list had to be The Dead Sea and Masada. I could not of expected it to be any more fun,informative and Special. Jonathan the tour guide is a complete natural,he is great with people and his style was light hearted and much appreciated by everyone. He has a great knowledge and he really wants you to know and learn about the history of Masada.His passion shines through. I would strongly recommend this trip and the day was hugely enjoyable. Also Rabi the driver ,shout out to the best driver in the Middle East. Thank You Jonathan

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Ellen_s

Oct 27, 2025

Bring water and a hat. ... - Bring water and a hat. Water is available on the bus for purchase, but if you bring your own you can also fill up at Masada

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L3979avmiriams

Oct 27, 2025

Great day. Lots of sights. Great tour - Yonatan (Jojo) A. was fantastic. A great tour guide with lots of information and a great sense of humor. Ravi the driver was really good and we felt safe the whole day on the winding roads. Great timing at all the sites and a nice variety. Would absolutely book another tour with them again.

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Deano1967123

Oct 31, 2025

Good trip but long periods on bus - A lot of time spent on the bus as we had to travel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem to pick up people - this added around 3 hours onto the journey which just added to an already long day. Ii think it would be better to take this trip from Jerusalem

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From $125

up to 15 guests

1 - Adult