Masada National Park

Pick up from hotel and drive to the Judean Desert .Pass through the Good Samaritan site, the sea level landmark and view Jericho, the oldest city in the world. Visit an Oriental Bedouin tent ,learn about the Bedouin culture and life, enjoying their hospitality and if you wish, take the opportunity of having a short camel ride. On to Masada and have a roadside view of view of the Qumran caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were found. Stop for a refreshment and visit the Dead Sea cosmetic products factory's shop. View the Ein Gedi's oasis on route where King David was hiding in one of the local caves. Arrive to Masada-a world Heritage Site declared by UNESCO and an ancient Jewish 2000 year old fortress. Ascend to the top of the mountain by cable car and have a guided tour exploring the archeological ruins of king Herod's palace, the water cistern, the warehouses, the synagogue, the Roman bath- house and the breaching point .Enjoy the breathtaking view over the dead sea and Jordan .Learn about the site's history and the heroic story of the Jewish fighters, descend by cable car .