BOOK NOW ONLINE – Don’t miss this once-in-a-lifetime adventure while in Israel. Ride the cable car up to the Masada fortress, an ancient, UNESCO-listed mountaintop fortress in Israel’s Judean Desert overlooking the Dead Sea.
- Judean Desert
- Good Samaritan
- Masada
- King Herod’s fortress and palace
- Qumran Caves (overview)
- Ahava Dead Sea cosmetics store shop
- Dead Sea
- Dead Sea fully equipped beach
Descend to the lowest place on Earth, at over 430 m below sea level and experience the timeless wonder of the Dead Sea. Comfortable transfer through the Judean Desert, where biblical landscapes stretch as far as the eye can see. The water of the Dead Sea contains 26 beneficial minerals, and the air contains minimal amounts of dust and allergens compared to other places in the world. Float effortlessly in the salty waters of the Dead Sea and enjoy a natural Dead Sea mud mask under the sun.
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Masada Dead Sea Group Tour INCLUDES
- Pickup from main central pickup point
- Return transfer to your pickup point
- All transfers in A/C vehicles according to the tour itinerary
- Government licensed tour guide in English
- All entrance fees to all sites visited according to the tour itinerary
- Masada cable car 2 way ride / up to Masada Fortress and down
- Masada site entrance fees
- Dead Sea fully equipped beach entrance fee
| Tour Starts from | Tel Aviv | Jerusalem |
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| Pick up time at | 07:15-07:30 | 08:30-09:00 |
Masada Dead Sea Group Tour ITINERARY
Start your tour descending into the stunning Judean Desert, passing by the traditional site of the Good Samaritan as the desert views open up around you.
Drive along the sparkling shores of the Dead Sea on your way to Masada, where you will hear the inspiring story of the Jewish fighters who made their last heroic stand against the Romans in this desert stronghold.
Rise up by cable car to the top of Masada and explore King Herod’s 2,000‑year‑old fortress and palace, walking among ancient walls, the synagogue, huge water cisterns, beautiful mosaic floors, Roman baths, and one of the best‑preserved Roman siege camps in the world.
Learn why UNESCO declared Masada a World Heritage Site in 2001, then descend again by cable car, taking in the breathtaking views over the desert and the Dead Sea.
Continue past the oasis of Ein Gedi and on to Qumran, where you will get a side view of the famous Qumran caves, the site where the legendary Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered.
Then it is time to relax at the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth, around 400 meters below sea level, where the air feels different and the water is so salty you simply float.
Enjoy the fun of effortlessly floating in the mineral‑rich water, pamper yourself with a natural mud bath, and let the mineral‑packed Dead Sea mud work its magic on your skin.
At the end of this memorable day of history, nature, and pure relaxation, sit back and enjoy your return transfer to your original pick‑up point, already thinking about the amazing photos and stories you will bring home. Return transfer to pickup point.
Masada Dead Sea Group Tour HIGHTLIGHTS
- Visit Masada, UNESCO World Heritage fortress
- Ride a scenic cable car with breathtaking views
- See (overview) Qumran caves, home of Dead Sea Scrolls
- Stop at sea level for an unforgettable photo-op
- Float effortlessly in the legendary Dead Sea waters
- Pamper in therapeutic mineral‑rich Dead Sea mud
General Info Notes
- Tour duration is up to 10 hours
- Theme of this group tour is Judaism, Religious, History, Cultural, Sightseeing
- This group tour best suited to couples, families, solo travelers and faith-focused travelers
- This tour includes a reasonable amount of walking, physical rating of easy to moderate
- This tour suitable for travelers aged 4–99, with an easy to moderate physical rating
- Lunches – each tour day includes a scheduled lunch break, giving you the option to enjoy a meal at a local restaurant, café, or food market or to bring your own lunch in advance if you prefer
- Estimated return time to Tel Aviv 19:00 / Jerusalem 18:00
- A dress code is required to enter places of worship and selected museums. No shorts or sleeveless tops allowed. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. You may risk refused entry if you fail to comply with these dress requirements. Dress code is smart casual.
- Recommended for this tour: Comfortable walking shoes, hats, sun screen, towels and drinking water.
- Free of charge reschedule 24 before the tour day. Covered by Compass Risk Free policy
- Assistance via WhatsApp +972 58 707 66 11
Group or Private Tour Packages – Terms and Conditions – Cancellation policy:
- Cancellation at any time 10% of the total price is nonrefundable
- Cancellation less than two months before the arrival day 50% of total price charge will be applied
- Cancellation less than a month before the arrival day 75% of total price charge will be applied
- Cancellation less than a week before the arrival day 100% of total price full charge will be applied
- Cancellation / Reschedule terms are the same
- Any unused services fully nonrefundable
- All not mentioned in includes – excluded from the tour package
- Free of charge reschedule 24 before the tour day. Covered by Compass Risk Free Policy
Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 based on 272 reviews.
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“ We had an excellent experience with Compass Travel Israel. Everything was seamless from airport pickup to hotel transfers and touring. Enrique was an incredible guide—friendly, knowledgeable, and spoke multiple languages fluently. Benjamin was also wonderful to work with—professional and very helpful. We felt safe, well taken care of, and truly enjoyed every moment. Highly recommend.”
- Isabel M
Very interesting
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“ Enrique is a great guide, he brings charm and knowledge to the imposing landscape and the complexity of the areas covered.”
- Addamo T
Wonderful day with Avi
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“ Avi was absolutely wonderful!! We had such a great day with him visiting Masada, Ein Gedi, and the Dead Sea. He was kind, patient, and incredibly knowledgeable, and he made the whole experience feel easy, interesting, and fun. He adapted perfectly to our family and kept our two kids engaged, even in the heat. He always knew where to stop, where to find shade, and how to share the history in a way that was fascinating but never too heavy. His car was also very comfortable, which made the long drive to and from Tel Aviv so much easier. It was a long, hot day, but it went by so fast because we were having such a good time. We would absolutely book Avi again and are already looking forward to more adventures with him!”
- Kelly L
Amazing experience!
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“ I had an amazing experience at the Dead Sea and Masada tour, and a huge part of that was thanks to our guide, Enrique. He was incredibly knowledgeable and shared so much fascinating history throughout the entire trip you could tell he genuinely loves what he does and knows the subject inside and out. Enrique was extremely kind, welcoming, and friendly from start to finish. He made everyone feel comfortable and taken care of, and his hospitality really stood out. The whole experience felt organized, fun, and personal because of him. If you’re thinking about doing a Dead Sea and Masada tour, I highly recommend it and if you get Enrique as your guide, you’re in great hands.”
- Leor Amar
A Meaningful and Well‑Guided
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“ Compass Travel Israel delivered an outstanding Holy Land tour experience. The entire schedule was thoughtfully planned, with excellent timing for pick‑ups, travel, and time spent at each site. The guides were knowledgeable, engaging, and provided throughout the journey valuable historical and cultural context. Their explanations added depth to every place we visited. A heartfelt appreciation to Mr. Eyal, Mr. Avi, and Mr. George for making the tour both educational and memorable. It was an experience we will never forget, and Impactful”
- Norman Tagle
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- Stan Zaykaner
Bravo Highly recommended
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“ The local guides and drivers were super friendly and engaging. We saw so much more over the 7 days than we could have ever organized ourselves in that time. Highly recommended.”
- Mira Murotti
Well organized 7 day tour that ran smoothly
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“ Everything went like clockwork and ran smoothly, all of our drivers and guides were professional, friendly and knowledgeable, accommodation was as expected and any queries we had were answered promptly, Thank you Benjamin. We had the trip of a lifetime and would definitely use Compass again.”
- Cynthia Casimir
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“ Excellent service from start to finish didn’t have to think about anything everything was taken care of from the arrival at the airport to departure 8 days later. Made for a very enjoyable and relaxing holiday. Hotels were good, daily tours beyond expectation all staff were polite and friendly. Definitely a holiday to remember. Thank you Benjamin for daily updates.”
- Esmeralda Gonzalez
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