The Dead Sea & Masada Fortress

The Dead Sea & Masada Fortress

Explore Masada- start the tour with a lookout over the Judean Desert and the Dead Sea- the lowest place on earth. Tour the ancient archaeological site and learn how King Herod built this amazing fortress compound on top of the steep mountain, how Masada became a symbol of the ancient Kingdom of Israel and hear stories of its violent destruction and the last stand of Jewish patriots in the face of the Roman army in 73 A.D

Relax at the shore of the Dead Sea, Float in the salt-thick, mineral-rich water and experience a rich mineral mud dip - amazing for the skin. 

Itinerary
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Stop At: Masada National Park, Masada 8698000 Israel

Explore Masada- start the tour with a lookout over the Judean Desert and the Dead Sea- the lowest place on earth. Tour the ancient archaeological site and learn how King Herod built this amazing fortress compound on top of the steep mountain, how Masada became a symbol of the ancient Kingdom of Israel and hear stories of its violent destruction and the last stand of Jewish patriots in the face of the Roman army in 73 A.D Leaving Jerusalem we drive down toward the famous palaces and forts of Masada built by king Herod 2000 years ago during the Roman era;

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes

Stop At: Dead Sea, Israel

After the tour we will nourish ourselves in the waters of the Dead Sea.

Drive to the Dead Sea Beach and Relax at the shore of the Dead Sea, Float in the salt-thick, mineral-rich water and experience a rich mineral mud dip - amazing for the skin. 

Duration: 2 hours