Massada and the Dead Sea – A journey to the lowest place in the world.
Masada – the ancient fortress, which is located near the city of Arad, near the southern coast of the Dead Sea. On top of one of the cliffs of the Judean Desert it was built here and hitherto preserved, though in ruins, the palace , the synagogue, armories, pits to collect rainwater and other ancillary buildings. Masada is a symbol of heroism of the Jewish people. When the Romans laid siege to Masada, its defenders – Zealots after months of siege, exhausted food and water, were killed in battle or committed suicide, but did not give up and did not become slaves. Not long ago Masada was added to the UNESCO list of world heritage sites. The bus tour goes through the Judean desert .
Bathing on the Dead Sea beach. Shop Dead Sea cosmetics.
*Additional payment for funicular ~22$/80₪.
Important
Additionally, the funicular to Massada is paid on the spot ~22$/80₪.
Swimming on the Ein Bokek beach is provided.
Departure days
Departure days depend on your departure city
Promotion
Promotions depend on your departure city
The trip includes an excursion to Massada and relaxation at Ein Bokek Beach! Return to Dead Sea hotels only after the beach
On Wednesdays, entry from Be'er Sheva (Tzomet Shoket) is available.
Info
Conditions for canceling an order:
If a tourist cancels an excursion in less than 3 days, the penalty is 100%, unless "Insurance against non-departure" is purchased.
Money is returned only subject to the availability of "Cancellation Insurance".
Important:
- People who are late and do not go on the excursion will not receive a refund.
- The company is not responsible for lost items.
- Requests for excursions for children under 5 years old are not accepted.
- Responsibility for having an individual insurance policy falls on the tourist.
- Tourists may wait up to 30 minutes for the bus.
- Guide services are guaranteed only for the duration of your stay in the Masada Fortress.
- The company reserves the right to change the departure time, which is communicated to the tourist the day before.
- The company does not sell excursions indicating seats on the bus.
- The tour begins after arrival at the Dead Sea, and before that there is a transfer before the start of the tour.
We recommend:Bring drinking water, a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, swimwear and rubber shoes for entering the water on the excursion.
The cost of trips does not include and is paid on the spot: Meals, unless purchased additionally. As part of the group excursion, there is a mandatory funicular ride to the Massada fortress ~22$/80₪.
Additional information: swimming on the Dead Sea beach is provided.
Attractions
There are a lot pf names of Dead Sea. It is often called the “bottom of the world,” because it is located at the lowest point on earth. And in the biblical stories this unusual reservoir is reflected. They say that in the mixture for bonding bricks during the construction of the Tower of Babel, a composition was prepared based on the components contained in the Dead Sea. Used them to strengthen Noah's ark. On the shores of the Dead Sea, an excellent resort area has been created: hotels, motels, health and beauty centers that conduct procedures using sea water and therapeutic mud.
Mount Massada, with a fortress at its peak, is located near the Dead Sea. The fortress reached a special peak in those years when King Herod, who fled from Jerusalem, settled in it. During his reign, a magnificent palace was built, city walls were strengthened, and the water supply system was improved. The ruins of an ancient synagogue were also found. In 73 AD, Massada was surrounded by the Romans. The defenders of the fortress understood that they could not hold back the enemy’s onslaught for a long time, and a terrible decision was made. Among the soldiers, ten people were selected who cut the throat of all the inhabitants of the fortress. Then, from among them, one soldier was chosen by lot, who killed all the others, and then committed suicide. Having burst into the fortress, the Romans saw almost untouched supplies of food and water, weapons and ... dead defenders and inhabitants.
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Я очень доволен поездкой!!! Мне очень понравилось. Водитель очень приятный человек и отличный гид. Все было супер!!!!!!
Воспользовались услугами компании второй раз- в сентчбре были в 1. крепости Массада+мертвое море, 2.Галилее Христьянской+Назарет, 3.Голанских высотах+заповедник Бениас. Большое спасибо агенту Mariami Kapanadze в подборе эскурсий и решении всех вопросов. Желаем ей удачи!Первый опыт в июне был с замечаниями. Но в этот раз все проходило вовремя, отлично. Спасибо гидам Рине, Дану, Борису. Особенно отмечаем профессионализм Рины.
We used the company’s services for the second time - in September we were in 1. Massada fortress + Dead Sea, 2. Christian Galilee + Nazareth, 3. Golan Heights + Benias Nature Reserve. Many thanks to agent Mariami Kapanadze for selecting excursions and resolving all issues. We wish her good luck! The first experience in June was with comments. But this time everything went on time, excellent. Thanks to the guides Rina, Dan, Boris. We especially note Rina’s professionalism.
Спасибо гиду Рине,водителям Саше и Надифу,за высокий профессионализм.В такое жаркое время моя получили и удовольствие от поездки. Рине большое спасибо за обширный материал истории,который она с таким юмором и мастерством нам она его преподнесла.
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