Dead Sea, Masada, Ein Gedi & Qumran Day tour from Jerusalem

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Discover the Dead Sea, Masada, Ein Gedi & Qumran on a day trip from Jerusalem. Float in the Dead Sea, visit the ancient fortress of Masada, and hike to a waterfall in the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve.

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Highlights

  • Discover the lowest place on earth, the Dead Sea, and float in its waters
  • Visit the ancient fortress of Masada and learn about its history
  • Explore the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve and hike to a beautiful waterfall
  • Learn about the Dead Sea Scrolls and the Qumran Caves
  • Enjoy a delicious lunch at the Kalia Beach and have the chance to shop

Description

Explore the Dead Sea area on a full-day tour from Jerusalem. Visit the Masada fortress, Ein Gedi nature reserve, and Qumran, the place where the Dead Sea Scrolls were written and hidden. Enjoy a swim in the Dead Sea and a delicious lunch. After breakfast, check out of your hotel and drive to the Dead Sea area, the lowest place in the world. Leave Jerusalem and drive through the Judean Desert and the Jordan Valley as well as alongside the Dead Sea until you reach Masada, the last stronghold of the Jews during the great revolt against the Romans. Visit the fortress for an hour, return to your vehicle, and continue your trip to Ein Gedi nature reserve where David hid from King Saul. Embark on a short hike to get to the waterfall and put your feet in the water. Return to your vehicle and continue driving to the site of Qumran, the place where the Dead Sea Scrolls were written and hidden. Enjoy lunch in the same place and have an opportunity to shop. Drive to Kalia Beach and experience floating in the Dead Sea. After your swim, drive back to Jerusalem.

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Transport by air-conditioned coach Guiding fees

Important Information

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes and light clothes Bring a hat and sunscreen to protect from the sun Carry a water bottle to stay hydrated Be prepared for a moderate amount of walking If you are going to float in the Dead Sea make sure not to shave one day before & not to wear any king of jewelry . Keep your passports with you .

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