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The 15 Best Dead Sea Day Trips

28 tours  ·  from $58 a head

The lowest point on the planet is bookable from both banks. These 15 compare the Israeli trips that pair it with Masada against the Jordanian ones that pair it with Petra, on price, drive time and how long you actually get in the water.

From Tel Aviv: Masada & Dead Sea Full Day Tour with Pick Up - The desert drive and Judean Hills
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From Tel Aviv: Masada & Dead Sea Full Day Tour with Pick Up

1.Masada & Dead Sea Full Day Tour with Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,496 reviews · 10 hours · from $117Our pick

Travel from Tel Aviv to Masada and the Dead Sea with an English, French, Spanish, or German-speaking guide. Ride the cable car to King Herod’s fortress, see desert views, stop near the Qumran caves, and spend about 90 minutes floating and using Dead Sea mud at Mineral Beach. Guides such as Udi, Avi, Yuval, and Omri have earned especially warm praise.

“I highly recommend this tour! Everything was well organized, timing was perfect to see highlights of Masada and take bath in the Dead sea. There is no time to see whole Masada complex but you can imagine rest due to views and models. I only recommend to Organisator if there would be possible to add drop off point in downtown (near to Sarona market for example). The guide was perfect! Thank him once again and wish you all the best.”

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Amman: Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea 2-Day Tour - Crossing to Wadi Rum after Petra
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Amman: Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea 2-Day Tour

2.Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea 2-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,173 reviews

Travel from Amman to Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea with a private or shared option. Walk the Siq, see the Treasury and Monastery, sleep in a Bedouin camp, take a two-hour jeep ride, and float in mineral-rich Dead Sea water. Guides such as Jafar, Qutaibeh, Majd, and Khader are praised for friendly service and useful local advice.

“Absolutely fantastic tour that I'd highly recommend to anyone visiting Jordan. Our driver/guide Qutaibah was wonderful. Very friendly, communicative, flexible and gave us great tips for each of the stops that we went to. Top tip: bring lots of water with you to Petra as it's hot and MUCH bigger than expected!”

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2-Day Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea from Amman - Petra: make the most of five or six hours
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2-Day Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea from Amman

3.2-Day Tour: Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea from Amman

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,141 reviews · from $249Top rated

Travel from Amman in a small group of up to seven, with an English-speaking driver, to Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea. You get several hours at Petra, a desert camp night with optional jeep activity, and free time at a Dead Sea resort. Choose classic or deluxe tents, private travel, or transport only.

“An excellent two days. Yousef was an excellent driver and guide. Full of knowledge and made sure our small group were comfortable and got the best experience out of our trip. Fully recommend. A bit of advice, ensure you have cash on you. Not everywhere accepts card. Also have some insect repellent for the campsite.”

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Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv - The drive through the Judean Hills
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Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv

4.Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,014 reviews · from $120

Leave Tel Aviv at about 7:15 am for a full day in the Judean Desert. Ride the cable car up Masada with a local guide, pass the Good Samaritan Inn, Ein Gedi, and Qumran, then spend about 90 minutes at the Dead Sea. Air-conditioned transport, hotel pickup, admission, and return transfer are included.

“The tour guide was amazing! Masada was incredible to walk through, and to end the tour with a relaxing time at the Dead Sea was just perfect!”

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Tel Aviv: Jerusalem, Bethlehem & Dead Sea - Leaving Tel Aviv early
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Tel Aviv: Jerusalem, Bethlehem & Dead Sea

5.Jerusalem, Bethlehem & Dead Sea

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 881 reviews · 12 hours · from $109

This 12-hour English-language tour takes you from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem’s Old City, Bethlehem’s Church of the Nativity, and the Dead Sea. Expect guided walks, several stairways, modest dress at holy sites, and limited beach time. Guides such as Shimon, Sivan, Joseph, and Yael have been praised for clear explanations and humor, though the Bethlehem segment can feel rushed.

“The trip was so interesting and we saw so much for one day! The tour guide in Jerusalem was really good and with excellent English which was really easy to understand. I cannot say the same for the guide in Bethlehem. I didn't understand anything. Also the driver of the bus was so friendly and all the way to Jerusalem he was telling us interesting things about Israel and the places around us which we were passing by. Definitely recommend this tour!”

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From Jerusalem: Masada & Dead Sea Full Day Tour with Pick Up - The cable car and the view from the summit
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From Jerusalem: Masada & Dead Sea Full Day Tour with Pick Up

6.Masada & Dead Sea Full Day Tour with Pick Up

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 815 reviews · 10 hours · from $111

Spend 10 hours visiting Masada and the Dead Sea from Jerusalem. Ride a cable car to Herod’s fortress, hear the story of the Roman siege, stop near Qumran, and float at Mineral Beach. Guides such as Daniel, Dorit, Ben, and Udi have earned praise for clear, engaging commentary.

“It was a wonderful day filled with a lot of solid information. A bang for your buck with your guide, Dorit!!!!”

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Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Jerusalem - Riding the cable car to Masada
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Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Jerusalem

7.Masada and the Dead Sea Day Trip from Jerusalem

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 757 reviews · from $111

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Jerusalem through the Judean Hills to Masada. Ride the cable car to Herod’s mountaintop palaces, hear the site’s dramatic story from a local guide such as Dorit, Orion, or Erez, then spend about 90 minutes floating in the Dead Sea and trying its mineral mud.

“Masada is a must! As a history buff, this was a dream! It was over 100 degrees but worth it. Cable car to the top. See everything and take it all in”

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From Tel Aviv: Masada, Ein Gedi & Dead Sea Tour - Meeting in Tel Aviv and settling into the coach
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From Tel Aviv: Masada, Ein Gedi & Dead Sea Tour

8.Masada, Ein Gedi & Dead Sea Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 705 reviews · 12 hours · from $99

Travel by coach from Tel Aviv to Masada, Ein Gedi, and the Dead Sea with an English-speaking guide. Ride the cable car to Herod’s fortress, walk to desert waterfalls, and float in mineral-rich water. The day is tightly planned, so bring lunch, water shoes, sun protection, and patience for a long ride home.

“I enjoyed it a lot. Joni, our guide, was super cool and he told us interesting stories in Masada, we hiked in En Gedi and had just the right amount of time on the beach.”

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From Jerusalem/Tel Aviv: Bethlehem and Dead Sea Day Tour - Walking through Manger Square and the Church of the Nativity
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From Jerusalem/Tel Aviv: Bethlehem and Dead Sea Day Tour

9.From Jerusalem/Tel Aviv: Bethlehem and Dead Sea Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 484 reviews · from $80

Visit Shepherds Field, the Church of the Nativity, the Milk Grotto, and an olive wood workshop with a Bethlehem guide such as Elias, Johnny, or Boaz. Then cross the Judean Desert to the Dead Sea for swimming and floating. Transport, one bottle of water, and return to your original pickup point are included.

“Very kind and attentive guide, with a lot of knowledge about the tourist attractions. He serves travelers very well, making himself available and with good communication. I highly recommend this tour and guide.”

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2-Day Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Tour from Amman - Wadi Rum by 4x4 and by starlight
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2-Day Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Tour from Amman

10.2-Day Petra, Wadi Rum and Dead Sea Tour from Amman

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 467 reviews · from $275

You’ll travel south from Amman with an English-speaking driver, explore Petra independently, ride a 4x4 through Wadi Rum, sleep in a Bedouin camp, pass through Aqaba, and relax at the Dead Sea. Drivers such as Jafar, Ahmad, Muhammad, and Mr. Qutaibah are praised for friendly service, though Petra guides and entrance fees cost extra.

“The tour and the driver “Qutaibah” were AMAZING. The tour gives you a glimpse of Jordan. It’s well organized! I highly recommend it”

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Jerusalem and the Dead Sea from Tel Aviv - Mount Scopus, the Kidron Valley, and the first view of Jerusalem
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Jerusalem and the Dead Sea from Tel Aviv

11.Jerusalem and the Dead Sea from Tel Aviv

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 444 reviews · from $133

Travel from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and the Dead Sea in about 10 hours. Guides such as Udi, Erez, Roy, Jacob, and Lior lead you through the Old City, Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, and Church of the Holy Sepulchre before two hours at the salt lake. Expect early pickup, plenty of walking, and a busy but efficient schedule.

“Udi was an incredible tour guide and did such a great job at providing concise and captivating historical stories. The stop at the Dead Sea was an incredible way to relax after a busy first half of the day. I would absolutely do this tour again!”

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3-Day Private Tour from Amman: Petra, Wadi Rum, Dana, Aqaba, and Dead Sea - Day one: Dana, Shobak, and Little Petra
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3-Day Private Tour from Amman: Petra, Wadi Rum, Dana, Aqaba, and Dead Sea

12.3-Day Private Tour from Amman: Petra, Wadi Rum, Dana, Aqaba, and Dead Sea

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 425 reviews · from $349

Travel from Amman with a private English-speaking driver, stopping at Dana, Shobak Castle, Little Petra, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba, and the Dead Sea. The trip includes two nights of accommodation in selected options, a Wadi Rum Jeep ride, and hotel pickup. Drivers such as Murad, Ahmad, Mohammed, and Oday are praised for safe driving and flexible planning.

“Qutailbah is the go to!! Not only was he helpful with answering all our questions but he wasn’t overbearing with the tour. We did not feel forced doing anything and felt very safe the entirety of the trip!”

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From Jerusalem: Masada&Dead Sea Tour INCLUDING ENTRANCE FEES - The Judean desert drive from Jerusalem
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From Jerusalem: Masada&Dead Sea Tour INCLUDING ENTRANCE FEES

13.Masada&Dead Sea Tour INCLUDING ENTRANCE FEES

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 392 reviews · 10 hours · from $111

Travel from Jerusalem through the Judean desert to Masada, ride the cable car, and explore Herod’s fortress with a licensed guide. Then spend time at the Dead Sea, where you can float and swim. Pickup is included from central Jerusalem hotels. The tour is listed in English, though some departures may be bilingual.

“Amazing tour. Our guide was Lea, fantastic guide, she is truly a professional. Enjoyed every second of that day. :)”

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From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem Old City & Dead Sea Guided Day Tour - From Tel Aviv through the Judean Hills
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From Tel Aviv: Jerusalem Old City & Dead Sea Guided Day Tour

14.Jerusalem Old City & Dead Sea Guided Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 389 reviews · 10 hours · from $133

Travel by air-conditioned coach from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem and the Dead Sea. Visit the Mount of Olives, Western Wall, Via Dolorosa, Church of the Holy Sepulcher, Cardo, and Jewish Quarter with a multilingual guide, then float in the mineral-rich Dead Sea. Guides may include Liat, Sigal, Moti, or Lorne.

“This tour company is great, we took two tours with them and both were fantastic. Our guide was funny and informative.”

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Amman: Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea 2-Day Tour - Crossing to Wadi Rum after Petra
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Amman: Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea 2-Day Tour

15.Petra, Wadi Rum, and Dead Sea 2-Day Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 213 reviews · 2 days · from $176

This fast-moving Jordan tour links Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea in two days. You walk the Siq to Petra’s Treasury, ride through the desert by 4x4, sleep in a private Bedouin-camp tent, and float in the Dead Sea. English-speaking drivers such as Omar, Alaa, and Marwan are frequently assigned, but names depend on availability.

“I highly recommend this tour. We had our flight cancelled and we were not able to get there on time but the tour operator was so kind to help us out and find another time to enjoy what we have paid for. Marwan was our driver and he was the best! The vehicle was clean, new, and very comfortable. The tents are beautiful, and the overall experience is the best.”

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