Masada Sunrise Hike from Jerusalem

Summary Description

Enjoy a seamless journey to one of Israel’s most unforgettable summits: Masada fortress, along with stops in Ein Gedi and the Dead Sea with an expert guide.

Highlights
  • Hike Masada’s Snake Trail and explore King Herod’s fortress
  • Visit Ein Gedi’s waterfalls and swim in the Dead Sea
  • Enjoy seamless round-trip transfers to and from Tel Aviv
  • Tour for a full day with an expert local guide
Description

Travel from Tel Aviv into the Judean Desert for a full-day tour of Israel’s iconic southern highlights. Start by hiking up Masada, the ancient fortress where King Herod built palaces and fortifications atop a dramatic plateau overlooking the Dead Sea. Ascend the Snake Trail to the summit for breathtaking desert views. Continue to Ein Gedi, a lush desert oasis with waterfalls, freshwater springs, and unique wildlife. End the day at the Dead Sea, floating effortlessly in its mineral-rich waters and soaking in the serene desert surroundings.

Included / Excluded
  • Transportation to all sites from Jerusalem
  • Hand-picked expert tour guide
  • Masada entrance fee (37 NIS/12 USD), Ein Gedi entrance fee (31 NIS/10 USD) and Dead Sea private beach entrance fee (45 NIS/15 USD)
  • Cable car on the way back down from Masada (28 NIS/9 USD)
  • Personal travel insurance
  • Gratuities
Start / End Locations

Start Location: King David St 7, King David St 7, Jerusalem, Israel

Start Location Notes: Please wait outside the hotel entrance on King David Street

End Location: King David St 7, King David St 7, Jerusalem, Israel

Important Information
Know Before You Book
  • We will be ascending Masada on foot via the Snake Trail. All participants must be physically fit and able to hike uphill along uneven footpaths in desert terrain
Know Before You Go
  • Please bring: Hat & sunscreen, Walking shoes & water shoes, Bathing suit & towel, Water & snacks
Cancellation

Cancellation Cutoff: 24 hours

Cancellation Notes: Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

Options and Pricing
Passenger RETAIL PRICE
Adult (12 - 99 years) $89.00
Child (0 - 11 years) $85.00
Terms and Conditions

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About operator:

Tourist Israel delivers expertly guided, highly customizable travel experiences across Israel. Drawing on over 15 years of experience, we make every journey seamless, inspiring, and deeply personal. 


Basic Information
  • Duration: 10 hours
  • Trip difficulty: Moderate
  • Max Group Size: 30
  • Category: Day Trips & Excursions
Operating hours

May 01, 2026 - Dec 31, 2028

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