Private Tour

Private Tour: Masada and Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv

Overview

Available languages

German

English

French

Spanish

10 hours

Mobile ticket

Ancient history and the wonders of Mother Nature — this private day trip to Masada and the Dead Sea from Tel Aviv packs them both into one day. With a private guide, drive through the Judean Desert to Masada, the UNESCO-listed mountaintop fortress-palace built by King Herod and last stronghold of the Jewish against the Romans. Ride a cable car to explore the ruins and then continue to the Dead Sea for a swim in the salt-dense waters and a therapeutic mud bath. Enjoy personalized attention from a guide on this private tour.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Public transportation options are available nearby

Specialized infant seats are available

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

This itinerary is only a proposal; we can customize this private tour according to your wishes

We recommend to bring comfortable walking shoes, swimwear, water, towel and sun protection.

On Saturday and holidays, an extra charge of $125 applies

Cancellation Policy

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

What‘s Included

Air-conditioned vehicle

Professional private guide

Pickup and drop-off around the city

Food and drinks

Toll and parking fees

Entrance fees

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

What To Expect

Jordan Valley

Travel through the Jordan Valley

Admission Not Applicable

Masada National Park

Ascend to Masada by cable car and explore the National Park.

2 hours • Admission Not Included

Options

Tour in French

Guided tour in French
Pickup included

Tour in German

Guided tour in German
Pickup included

Tour in English

Guided tour in English
Pickup included

Tour in Spanish

Guided tour in Spanish
Pickup included

Reviews

4.38

29 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Masada & Dead Sea Tour.
Jessica A,
Jun 3, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
We had an incredible experience thanks to our amazing tour guide, Ariel! He was not only incredibly knowledgeable and intelligent, but also warm, kind, and professional throughout the entire tour. Ariel shared so much fascinating history with us, bringing each location to life with his insight and stories. He made sure we felt safe and comfortable the entire time and even took us to some hidden gems we would have never found on our own including the best lunch spot of the trip! We truly couldn’t have asked for a better guide. Highly recommended!
Disappointing
MarioCaccuri,
Sep 12, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
2.00
Very busy tour, horrible and crowded lunch stop with huge queues and very short time to enjoy the Dead Sea. I recommend doing it on your own.
Masada e il Mar morto - esperienza da sogno! Assolutamente da fare!
3005niki,
Jun 23, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
An amazing trip, one of the most beautiful ones of my life! We were so lucky to have Jonatan as a guide who was so prepared and made us laugh all the time. You can see that he really puts a passion in his job so he explained everything in the interesting way but in the way that he did not bother with too many details. Everything was planned into details and organized perfectly! A visit to Masada is a must because the scebery is something incredible. Not to speak about Dead Sea...something so special! A must! Many thanks also yo our driver, you and Jonatan were really the best! We had really wonderful time! Thank you so much!
Wonderful experience
dianamichellewa,
Jun 9, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Yoav (our driver and tour guide) was amazing. He showed up on time and in a pristinely clean air-conditioned van. We had six people with us ranging in age from 9 to 74 years old. Yoav created a wonderful experience for every person in our group. He was jovial, knowledgeable, and made the experience as fun as it could have been. We were so grateful to have him as our guide. I highly recommend this tour.
Yoav is the best.
Diana A,
Jun 8, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
Yoav was amazing. He showed up on time and in a pristinely clean air-conditioned van. We had six people with us ranging in age from 9 to 74 years old. Yoav created a wonderful experience for every person in our group. He was jovial, knowledgeable, and made the experience as fun as it could have been. We were so grateful to have him as our guide. I highly recommend this tour.
Last Minute Cancellations by Bein Harim Tours ruined our vacation
I1238KGphilr,
Apr 28, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
We had this trip booked and paid for April 26, 2023. We received a call from their office on the day of the tour stating that they did not have a driver available for this tour. We asked if we could be rescheduled for April 29. On April 28 we received a text that they were cancelling the tour because they didn't have a driver. Since we are leaving the next day, we told them to cancel and refund our money. Two hours later I got another text that they did have a driver. We had already made other plans. This was the 2nd tour that this company cancelled during our 7 day stay in Israel. The other one they cancelled was the Jerusalem Private Tour from tel Aviv and Herzeliya. We booked and paid for these tours on February 21 so it wasn't last minute bookings. Unreliable company.
Ami will transport you into the past
826carolina,
Mar 29, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
I’ve never had such an enthusiastic and fu. Tourguide like Ami. He knows how to paint the most beautiful pictures with his words and transported us into aromas bathhouse raves, the fight for Masada and did it with such emotion that you couldn’t help but get goosebumps from his stories. He also organized the tour to avoid the crowds, which was very smart of him. The only downside (and not Ami’s fault) is the fact that they drop you off to get lunch at a very crowded, touristy and expensive cantina. Eat at the Dead Sea or bring your own food if you want to avoid this. Overall I can absolutely recommend this tour - and any tour with Ami.
Masada & Dead Sea Private Tour Guide-Avi!
Patricia L,
Mar 14, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Avi was an amazing private tour guide! Unfortunately it was a rainy day and the cable car and outdoor areas of Masada were closed. However, Avi continually checked the weather reports, called colleagues at the Dead Sea to check on flooded roads and rearranged our schedule of the tour day so we could go to the museum at the Masada sight. Also, he offered choices for where we could swim in the Dead Sea. He was helpful for where we could buy some gifts to bring home. Avi shared a lot of interesting stories and historical information throughout our day. He was personable, fun and organized! My husband and I appreciate all his efforts for creating a memorable day for us.
Our guide was very good...
Billy B,
Nov 16, 2022
- Review from Viator
4.00
Our guide was very good but the car left something to be desired. No one could stretch their legs in a 10 hour day.
Visit to Masada and Dead sea from Jerusalem
172harshrajs,
Sep 21, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00
We took Masada and Dead Sea trip from Jerusalem. We had stop at Ahana which manufactures creams out of Dead sea which was unwanted unless somebody wanted a break to freshen up. Then we were made to rush at Dead sea tour. If time was a constraint then such marketing tours are not required, this is to ensure that tourists get the maximum out of a trip. We were asked to rush at Dead sea with 1.5 hours given so you then focus on the time because you have to rush and get done quickly. Tour Charges are on a higher side, if you do not have any other cheaper and reliable option then you can opt for it since it is a reliable tour operator. Also like the way they give drops at respective locations of tourists, pickups should also be provided to make it convenient for tourists.