Masada and Ein Gedi Nature Reserve Day Trip from Tel Aviv

11 Hours

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Hotel Pickup Offered

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Overview

You'll venture into the vast beauty of the Judean Desert on this Masada and Ein Gedi Nature Reserve day trip from Tel Aviv. Take in the splendor of two of the nation's most incredible sites on this memorable journey. Make your way to Masada by cable car and take in epic sky-high views of this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Follow your guide through King Herod's palace ruins before spending the afternoon wandering the natural landscapes of Ein Gedi and making your way to the oasis waterfalls.

Day trip to Masada and Ein Gedi from Tel Aviv
Marvel at the scenery of the Judean Desert and look out for sights like the Inn of the Good Samaritan
Stop near the shores of the Dead Sea and ride by cable car to Masada's summit
Explore the excavations at the ancient mountain fortress of Masada, a UNESCO World Heritage site
Take a stroll through Ein Gedi, a breathtaking natural oasis in the desert
Relax with a hotel pickup and drop-off from central Tel Aviv

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What To Expect

This Masada and Ein Gedi Nature Reserve day trip from Tel Aviv kicks of with pick up from your hotel. Meet your friendly guide and professional driver as you make your way through the desert landscapes. You'll pass the Inn of the Good Samaritan, the stone towers of Jericho and other biblical sites along the way.Continue alongside the shores of the Dead Sea, admiring its serene blue water juxtaposed against the sun-baked desert canyons. A stop at Ahava factory, located in a Kibbutz named Mitzpe Shalem about 40 Km northern to Masada maybe included if time permits, however the stop is not a mandatory part of the itinerary. The duration of the visit is about 30 minutes and includes Cafeteria, restroom opportunity and a chance to buy the products from the Factory store for those who are interested.Your driver will continue to wind along the Dead Sea before dropping you at the Masada cable car station. You'll make your way to the top of this UNESCO World Heritage Site that's home to the palace ruins of Kin Herod and a site of the Roman Invasion. Take in epic views from atop the incredible plateau before exploring the Masada excavations with your informative guide. You'll return to the foot of the mountain by cable car after learning about King Herod, and visiting the 1st century synagogue located here.Enjoy a savory lunch at a local caf e (own expense) before making your way over desert passes to the tropical nature reserve known as Ein Gedi. Enter the park (own expense) and spend some free time wandering the scenic paths near cool, fresh streams. Navigate through thick foliage and possibly catch a look at some rare and wild birds en route to raging waterfalls. Listen to stories from the bible as your guide points out sites from the great book.Pass by the Qumran Caves, where biblical scrolls were once found, on your return trip to Tel Aviv and enjoy hotel drop off to end your tour.

Masada and Ein Gedi Nature Reserve Day Trip from Tel Aviv

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