Full day Tour to Masada and the Dead Sea

Ashdod , Israel

Full day Tour to Masada and the Dead Sea

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8h - 10h

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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About this experience

We will be excited to encounter the Genesis landscapes of the Judean Desert, biblical sites important to Christianity and Judaism, we will visit a unique natural phenomenon in the Dead Sea and be able to enjoy and experience a unique immersion in its waters.

Available options

up to 16 people

bus/minibus/van<br/>Pickup included

What's included

WiFi on board

dead sea entrance fee

Air-conditioned vehicle

Detailed itinerary

On the border between Israel and Jordan, the baptism site in the Jordan River is located. It is a special and sacred place for Judaism because of the biblical stories that took place here, and is also sacred to Christianity because, according to Christian tradition, this is where Jesus was first baptized by John the Baptist. Christian pilgrims make a pilgrimage to this site and even immerse themselves in the water.

Stop 2

Masada, the last stronghold of Jewish freedom fighters against the Roman army, symbolizes the end of the Kingdom of Judah at the end of the Second Temple period and its violent destruction. On the mountain platform are the remains of magnificent palaces from the time of King Herod, silent testimony to the Roman siege and the bitter end. The mountain that became a symbol.

We will go to the beach and enjoy the water of the unique sea, that was used by for healing purposes in ancient time, until today.
prepare yourselves to visit in the beach- A change of clothes, a towel, etc

What's not included

Gratuities

Masada - entrance fee + cable car

Available languages

Guide guide

Important information

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

A minimum of 6 participants must be reached

travel time from site to site is included on the total duration

It is mandatory to specify and update if there are children under the age of 8.

max capacity per group - 30 pax

Important notes

hello from Israel
we will pick you up at 07:30-07:45 - .
Stay by the ship. Don't take the shuttle bus and don't leave the port.
we'll have a sign with your name.
The dress code must be appropriate for holy places.
We will be in touch with updates near the time of the tour

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