Sunrise atop Massada - Splendid views and a day out in nature. It's a day about fun, history & relaxation. Involves hiking up the Snake Path to Massada, a moderate walk at the Ein Gedi Fresh Water Nature Reserve, float at the Dead Sea & a therapeutic mud bath. Tour is not guided! A day for the young & yound in spirit.
Massada Sunrise Hike
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Massada Sunrise Hike NON-Guided Tour (Escorted by English speaking driver) |
[i] Tour Details |
Departure Sun. Wed. & Fri. Duration Full day (~ 10 hours) Pick up Abraham's Hostel* Time 03:00 - 04:00 am * Hanevi'im St. - Davidka square |
A non-guided tour Escorted by English speaking driver |
Included Transportation in tourism licensed minibus to sites as listed in program
Not included Guide, entry fees, lunch, tips & personal expenses |
Valid till Feb. 28th 2015 |
[$] Tour Price |
Prices are marked in USD per person |
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Time* |
Adult |
JLM |
04:00 |
$85 |
* Pick up time is seasonal |
Child age 10-12 years 10% discount Child under 10 years cannot join the tour | |
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Tour program |
Depart from Jerusalem & drive into the Judean Desert for a day out in nature. Once in Massada, hike up the snake path (in the dark) the top of this ancient Herodian desert fortress. (Physical fitness required for this 1hr hike). Watch the sunrise over the Jordanian Moab Mountains and the Judean Desert.
Independent exploration of the Massada's archaeological remains to discover its history as it became a symbol of "Jewish Resistance". Descend the mountain on the snkae path or take the cable car down.
Proceed on a short drive to the Ein Gedi Nature Reserve with its fresh water springs & waterfalls. On for a float in the Dead Sea & a therapeutic mud bath. Return to Jerusalem with a stop at Mount of Olives.
Estimated return in Jerusalem around 14:00 pm.
** Tour is operated in affiliation with Abraham's Tours - for the young & young in spirit. |
Bring along Hat, water, comfortable walking shoes, swim suite, towel, sun screen lotion & snacks for the way (Nov. to Mar. warm clothes)
Remarks ♦ Departure from Abraham's Hostel ♦ Non- guided tour, escorted by english speaking driver ♦ Dead Sea: entering water optional all year round
Entry fees on program (payment in cash on site) Massada 27 NIS Optional 1 way cable car 27 NIS Ein Gedi Nature Reserve 27 NIS |