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Dead Sea, Masada at Sunrise & Ein Gedi Nature Reserve Tour from Jerusalem
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Dead Sea, Masada at Sunrise & Ein Gedi Nature Reserve Tour from Jerusalem

By Abraham Tours
This self-guided tour of Masada National Park, the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve, and the Dead Sea is well suited for travelers who prefer to sightsee independently. A driver picks you up in central Jerusalem before dawn and transfers you between sites by air-conditioned coach. Printed guiding materials are included so you can make the most of each location while taking your time.
from
$98.00
per adult
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$98.00
per adult
Lowest price guaranteeReserve now & pay laterFree cancellation
Ages 0-99, max of 25 per group
Duration:
10h
Start time: Check availability
Ticket type:
Mobile
English
Highlights
  • Climb up UNESCO-listed Masada and see the desert sunrise from the top
  • Behold the waterfalls at the paradise-like oasis of Ein Gedi Nature Preserve
  • Float in the salty waters of the Dead Sea and indulge in a mud bath
  • Round-trip transport from Jerusalem; entrance fees and meals are up to you
  • Transport by air-conditioned minivan
What's not included
  • Food and drinks
  • Entrance fee to Masada National Park (31 ILS) and Ein Gedi (28 ILS)
  • Guide (this is a self guided tour with a driver and content)
  • Entry/Admission - En Gedi Nature Reserve
  • Entry/Admission - Masada National Park
  • Entry/Admission - Dead Sea
Departure details
  • Abraham Jerusalem אברהם ירושלים, Ha-Nevi'im St 67, Jerusalem, 9470211, Israel Our meeting point is at Abraham Hostel in Jerusalem, HaNevi'im st. 67
Return details
  • Returns to original departure point
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Near public transportation
  • Infant seats available
If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6540MASADASUN
  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.
How much is Dead Sea, Masada at Sunrise & Ein Gedi Nature Reserve Tour from Jerusalem?
Dead Sea, Masada at Sunrise & Ein Gedi Nature Reserve Tour from Jerusalem price starts from $98.00. Discover and book Dead Sea, Masada at Sunrise & Ein Gedi Nature Reserve Tour from Jerusalem on Tripadvisor
What is the Dead Sea, Masada at Sunrise & Ein Gedi Nature Reserve Tour from Jerusalem cancellation policy?
Dead Sea, Masada at Sunrise & Ein Gedi Nature Reserve Tour from Jerusalem cancellation policy: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience. Discover and book Dead Sea, Masada at Sunrise & Ein Gedi Nature Reserve Tour from Jerusalem on Tripadvisor
Which company provides Dead Sea, Masada at Sunrise & Ein Gedi Nature Reserve Tour from Jerusalem?
Dead Sea, Masada at Sunrise & Ein Gedi Nature Reserve Tour from Jerusalem is hosted by Abraham Tours. Read reviews, discover additonal experiences or contact Abraham Tours on Tripadvisor. Discover and book Dead Sea, Masada at Sunrise & Ein Gedi Nature Reserve Tour from Jerusalem on Tripadvisor
How much time do I need for Dead Sea, Masada at Sunrise & Ein Gedi Nature Reserve Tour from Jerusalem?
On average, this experience will take approximately 10h. Discover and book Dead Sea, Masada at Sunrise & Ein Gedi Nature Reserve Tour from Jerusalem on Tripadvisor
If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 6540MASADASUN
Itinerary
  • You'll start at
    Abraham Jerusalem אברהם ירושלים
    Ha-Nevi'im St 67, Jerusalem, 9470211, Israel
    Our meeting point is at Abraham Hostel in Jerusalem, HaNevi'im st. 67
    See address & details
  • 1
    En Gedi Nature Reserve
    Stop: 3 hours - Admission excluded
    See details
  • 2
    Masada National Park
    Stop: 2 hours - Admission excluded
    See details
  • 3
    Dead Sea
    Stop: 90 minutes - Admission excluded
    See details
  • You'll return to the starting point
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By: Abraham Tours
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David C
David C
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Communication is key to a relationship so is organization
Comments on the Abraham side: 1. Why would you have a whats app group that the people who are on the trip can’t e…
msopa
msopa
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Amazing Tour! Phenomenal Sites & Guide
Recommended! We did the 3 day Petra & Wadi Rum tour. Our guide Ali was phenomenal, knowledgeable and funny. The …
Leon_Vall
Leon_Vall
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An adventure with Lahdo
After spending a week in Israel we were wondering what it was like to visit the West Bank. With a nice small group …
JonT
JonT
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Just wow!
Don't be tempted to save a day and do the two day tour. Don't go with a different tour operator. Don't miss out. Th…
B5078KNirenem
B5078KNirenem
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Mehdi’s Group
The early start, it was excellent timing, not too hot yet, and not too crowded. We started with bus ride at 7am, we…
PeterSp11
PeterSp11
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Fascinating tour
This was a fantastic tour and thoroughly enjoyable. It was well organized and we enjoyed the company of our fellow…
CooperFamilyLondon
CooperFamilyLondon
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A great day out. Good value
The tour was well run and the driver was a delight. We are thrilled we chose that tour. The bus was comfortable an…
earthajj
earthajj
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Absolutely stunned and disappointed!
The places we visited were spectacular but the driver and tour guide were mediocre at best. The driver never intro…
721viniciusa
721viniciusa
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Laid back and fun.
Did the Dead Sea, Masada and Ein Gedi Nature tour in Early September, and it was just perfect. Samuel(the driver) w…
nemo1nautilus1
nemo1nautilus1
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Wonderful tour, we enjoy it!
At En Gedi reservation and at Massada point, we could have a bit longer times. It Was a bit short. Except that, won…
davideO1423VL
davideO1423VL
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Ashraf is great
Forgot my passport and Ashraf went out of his way to help me go back to my hotel room and retrieve it before rejoin…
KLynnElliott
KLynnElliott
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Recommend to anyone interested in touring Jerusalem
Amit was a very well versed guide that provided so much detail and history during our tour. A fun group of people …
oundlemum
oundlemum
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Decent clubs, great vibes
The experience overall was awesome, although the locations themselves could've been a little better. Everything ran…
397katalinh
397katalinh
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Fun but not enough time fr Dead Sea part
The tour was very interesting and well worth the money. Several things though: 1) if you want to really try out the…
Hannah K
Hannah K
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Ein gedi/ Masada/ Dead Sea tour
I have mixed feelings - on one hand I’m ok with it because of the price I payed - which was 180 for two people and …
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filosophia2017
Hamburg, Germany19 contributions
Highly recommended, amazing sunrise, felt safe.
Family
A tour I would everyone recommend!
It started with punctuality 3:35 at the carta parking lot. The bus driver Samuel, drove us safe back and forth and was additionally our unofficial guide. Gave us great information around the trip, was very friendly.
The good thing with waking up so early was that there was no traffic at all on the streets. We arrived (16 persons in a great modern van, you could even charge your phone) at Masada together with another bus. At that time there was nobody else there.

The climbing up to Masada was moderate difficult. Take your time. At least for us there was enough time because we were early enough to climb up. The sunrise was amazing! The view breathtaking! Take definitely at least one- two bottle of water with you. We left our things in the bus and took only suncream and water with us.

We kept on to Ein Gedi, a refreshment after Masada and the heat. Follow the water trail. It is fun. Going through the waterfalls. Take care of your feet, the stones are pretty sharp. Flip flops maybe? There your will find a supermarket with drinks, food, eiscream.

We drove further to the Dead Sea. On the way Samuel showed us many interesting places and had a small stop for a foto of the sea. He explained to us all the precautions we need to take for getting into the water. It wasn’t crowded at all. There were life guards on the beach. The restaurant cafe on Kalya beach offers you everything you need. A nice spot, wind blowers, drinks, cold beer, great food, you can even lay down and relax.

Driving back was also without traffic.
For me, my husband and our son was an amasing experience, felt very safe, the driving was great, would highly recommend.
Thank you Samuel!

Please don’t forget a Tip. Samuel is only the driver. The tour is supposed to have no guide.
Written July 30, 2022
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Dom
London, UK61 contributions
Great Tour to cover Masada, Ein Gedi and Dead Sea
The trip has an early start to allow you to get to Masada and climb up to see the sunrise. It is great to do this as you climb before the heat of the day and thus is slightly more comfortable to do this. The view of the sunrise was amazing and so recommend doing this rather than the same tour without the sunrise. The Masada site itself is ok, so worth spending some time to explore after sunrise. Ein Gedi offers a chance to hike up and see a number of waterfalls, it is quite relaxing, albeit that there is not a vast amount of time at this location to experience the location. The Dead Sea take in a location that is nearest to Jerusalem and was quite busy. There is a chance to float in the sea and have a mud pack! I had previously been to the dead sea at a another location where there were less people and I found that to be more enjoyable, but this covers off the vists to a must do trip to the lowest point on earth.
Written June 13, 2022
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HoopsterRD
New York City, NY19 contributions
Great experience
The early wakeup for the sunrise tour was totally worth it! Hike is about 40 minutes and is a great morning workout. Part of hike are steep but doable. When we got to Masada, you have to wait in line to buy entry tickets. Fortunately, we got thee on time but a large line quickly formed and some people probably missed the sunrise because the ticket person was extremely slow. Ein Gedi was a cool stop but not a must-do. The stop for Dead Sea has a restaurant with good food though the service was very slow - worth eating there.Overall, this tour added diversity to our trip since we got to immerse ourselves in an outdoors terrain for most of the day. Abraham was organized and timely in departures and rounding everyone up after each stop
Written January 5, 2020
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Jackie
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia3 contributions
Exceptional!
Solo
This tour was an absolute highlight! Our driver Samuel took really good care of us, provided us with free towels and explained to us the disappearance of the Dead Sea. He is a true local and very knowledgeable about the area. The landscapes were stunning! I recommend bringing good hiking shoes, an old swimsuit (because of the dead sea mud) and flipflops!
Written August 26, 2022
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JimmyJames03
London, UK27 contributions
A very convenient way to see Masada, Ein Gedi and the Dead Sea from Jerusalem
Solo
I wanted to see Masada and Ein Gedi and the Abraham tour was an ideal way to do so - and being able to get town to Masada before dawn to start the climb was a bonus.

Although an ‘unguided’ tour, our driver actually provided a lot of helpful information along the way.

I would certainly recommend this tour and also the ‘sunrise’ version if you are keen for a stunning start to your day :-)
Written February 4, 2020
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Mireille F
London, UK99 contributions
Breath taking Masada Sunrise, chilled Ein Gedi and muddy Dead Sea (from Jerusalem)
Overall a great experience !

Masada sunrise -
Ok you need to get up early to have time to travel to the bottom of the mountain and hike up before sunrise... but it is worth an early rise. The hike is 45 min max if you're fit and better do it in the moon light , when the sun is up, it's roasting ! The views are absolutely amazing. It's a self guided tour so you're free to wander in your own time

Ein Geidi -
It was nice and relaxed but I would have like to have more time there. There are several hike paths to go to different waterfalls and places in the park but there wasn't enough time so this was reduced to a short and very easy walk to the closest waterfalls ...

Dead sea (Kalia beach)
It is something to experience, the mud , the floating. Again this could have been longer but the driver was waiting on the dot to return to Jerusalem

You leave at 4am and you're back at 1.30 pm ... it could be longer but really after that you really feel like a nap!
Great day
Written November 6, 2019
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val
Muenster, Germany13 contributions
Nice Tour!
The Tour was well organised and the timing was great as we had enough, but not too long breaks. The Sunrise over Masada was really breathtaking after a 50-min. hike to the top (Keep in mind, 30 degrees at 5:30 am in September), and swimming in the Dead sea was a once in a lifetime experience! The driver and the personnel at the hostel were very friendly. The Tour was definitely worth my money and time.
Written October 8, 2019
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Andreea Elena U
Iasi, Romania58 contributions
Best of our trip
This tour is amazing and we highly recommend it to everyone. Our driver was really good as well, a history teacher who told us on our way to each site a little story and also keen to answer all our questions. Definitely recommend Abraham tours!!!
Written November 24, 2019
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Roving637864
7 contributions
Sunrise tour
O recommend climbing Masada at sunrise, the views really are spectacular. Especially in the summer since it gets unbearably hot very soon after sunrise.
I wish we could have more time especially for ein gedi, bit it was so hot, we couldn't do much hiking in the sun anyway.
Don't forget to bring flip flops to the dead sea, the sand is scorching!
Written August 28, 2019
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Giulia P
8 contributions
Unforgettable
Family
Even though this should be a self guided tour our driver gave us lot of useful informations about the place visited. The alba in Masada is unforgettable, we did the snake path with the children and it was ok, not too much hard. Ein gedi had a short time stop to be appreciated more but anyway just a taste of it (we saw the cascade and anthilops)! Great experience floating in the Dead sea and make a pond to smooth the skin. Short time at disposal in every stop but necessary to make a complete 10 hours tour (more would be too long with children!). Highly recommended!
Written August 16, 2019
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AbrahamTours
Hi Giulia, Thank you for the review. I am glad to hear you enjoyed the tour and that our driver shared information about the area with you. Thanks for the recommendation. Best wishes, Brenda
Written September 12, 2019
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