Day 3 – The Dead Sea, Masada, and Jerusalem
This morning, enjoy the surreal experience of floating effortlessly in the Dead Sea, whose mineral-rich waters are renowned for their healing properties.
Relaxed and rejuvenated, your guide will drive you to Masada, King Herod’s desert fortress, dramatically perched above the Dead Sea. You will ascend by cable car and explore the palaces, storerooms, and fortifications where Jewish rebels made their last stand against Rome.
Next, you visit Ein Gedi, a lush desert oasis where David once hid from King Saul and its waterfalls and wildlife offer a striking contrast to the surrounding wilderness. You will also pass Qumran, the site where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered, shedding light on ancient Jewish life and scripture.
As the tour draws to a close, you will reach Jerusalem. From the Mount of Olives viewpoint, you will greet the holy city in all its glory, gazing over the Temple Mount and Old City walls before concluding the journey in Jerusalem or Tel Aviv.