Masada & Dead Sea Private Tour from Ashdod Port Itinerary

  • Judean Desert
  • Inn of the Good Samaritan
  • Masada
  • King Herod’s fortress and palace
  • Qumran Caves
  • Ein Gedi National park
  • Ahava Dead Sea cosmetics store
  • Dead Sea 
  • Dead Sea private beach

Pickup from Ashdod port according to cruise line docking schedule. Meet with the guide at Ashdod port and start your private tour to Masada & Dead Sea from Ashdod Port.

Drive along the shores of the Dead Sea to Masada where you will learn about the heroic story of the Jewish fighters. Ascend Masada by cable car to tour the 2000 year old fortress and palace built by King Herod, where the Zealots of the first century made their last stand against the Romans.  This is the largest and most complete Roman siege camp that remains today. Visit the remains of the walls, palace, synagogue, water cisterns, mosaic floors, roman baths and other findings.

In 2001 UNESCO declared Masada as a World Heritage Site. Descend by Cable Car.

Drive via Ein Gedi, passing by Qumran where you will get a side view of the Qumran caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered.

Continue to the Dead Sea. Float in the mineral-rich Dead Sea which, at 400m below sea level, is the lowest place on earth. Take a mud-bath and benefit from the therapeutic qualities of the natural Dead Sea mud. Enjoy the unique opportunity to float in the Dead Sea and cover yourself with the mineral rich mud, that many believe has its therapeutic effects. Return transfer to Ashdod port.

*This itinerary is only a proposal. We can customize this tour according to your request.

Tour stars / Pick up fromAshdod Port
Up to 3 travelers - 4 seater car $990
Up to 6 travelers - 7 seater minivan $1150
Up to 10 travelers - 11 seater minivan $1950
Up to 18 travelers - 19 seater minibus $2450
Available languages All
Availability to book this tour Daily

INCLUDES Masada & Dead Sea Private Tour

  • RISK FREE RESERVATION IN CASE OF CRUISE SCHEDULE CHANGE – FULL REFUND
  • Tour available according to 2027 all cruise ship’s schedule to Ashdod Port
  •  Pickup from Ashdod Port coordinated with your cruise ship’s docking time
  •  Return transfer to your pickup point – Ashdod port coordinated with your cruise ship’s departure time
  •  All transfers in A/C vehicles according to the tour itinerary
  • Government licensed Israeli tour guide in English ( or as per your request )
  •  Tour duration – In correlation with ship’s anchoring schedule up to 8-10 hours

  Important Info Notes

  • 100% Guaranteed departures according to all 2027 cruise schedules from Ashdod port

  • Entrance fees are not included in private tours, as the sites visited are customized according to your preferences. Any applicable entrance fees will be paid directly at the sites during the tour. If you have specific sites in mind, please feel free to inform us in advance, and we will be happy to provide estimated entrance costs.

  • Lunch break will be scheduled during the tour and coordinated directly with your guide, taking into consideration the daily itinerary and timing.

    If you have any food allergies, dietary restrictions, or special requirements, kindly inform your guide at the beginning of the tour. Should you prefer a specific type of cuisine, we recommend advising your guide in advance so appropriate arrangements can be made whenever possible.

  • 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, swing suite, towels and drinking water.
  • Dead Sea part of the tour: Recommended to take/have towels, swimming suites, comfortable walking shoes, sun screen and slippers, hats, and drinking water.
  • Real time availability – Guaranteed availability for reservations made in advance
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Private Tours – Terms and Conditions – Cancellation policy:

  • RISK FREE RESERVATION IN CASE OF CRUISE SCHEDULE CHANGE – FULL REFUND
  • 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

Masada & Dead Sea Private Tour from Ashdod Port
4.9 rating based on 272 ratings
Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 based on 272 reviews.

Israel tour
★★★★★
“ 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
★★★★★
“ 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
★★★★★
“ 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!
★★★★★
“ 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
★★★★★
“ 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

Petra with Wadi Rum
★★★★★
“ Wife and I visited Petra with overnight at Wadi Rum Bedouin camp in Jordan. We have been discussing this trip for 10 years and it did not disappoint. Both sites are incredible, tour guides are very friendly and knowledgeable, accommodations are excellent and food is delicious. Flight to/from Tel Aviv and crossing to/from Eilat to Aqaba were not complicated. If you want to see these wonders of the world, don’t hesitate - you will not be disappointed.”
- Stan Zaykaner

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