Welcome to the Masada Fortress Walking Tour in Israel
Masada, the Ancient Fortress atop a rock plateau overlooking the Dead Sea. Learn about the siege of Masada, the rebels’ fight with the Romans, their battle strategies, and their ultimate sacrifice on your Israel walking tour.
Key Stops:
- The Evolution of Masada
- What is the siege
- How did it happen
- The Symbolism of Masada
- The Snake Path Gate
- The Quarry
- Commandant’s Residence
- Commandant’s Headquarters
- Storerooms Complex
- The Northern Palace
- The Large Bathhouse
- Spot of the ‘lots’
- The Water Gate
- Administration Building
- Northern Palace Observation Point
- The Synagogue
- Columbarium Towers
- The Breaching Point
- The Western Byzantine Gate
- The Tanners’ Tower
- The Western Palace
- The Public Immersion Pool
- Herod’s First Small Palace
- Herod’s Second Small Palace
- Herod’s Third Small Palace
- Rebel dwellings
- Eastern Cistern
- Byzantine Monastic Cave
- The Byzantine Church
- Officer’s Quarter
- The Round Columbarium Tower
- The Southern Cistern
- Swimming pool
- The Southern Fort Southern Gate
Starting Point Address: Masada National Park, Israel
How does it work?
- Once you book a tour, you’ll get a text/email with instructions.
- Download the app (while in good wifi/signal) and use your unique password to access your tours.
- To begin touring, go to the starting point and launch the app.
- The audio starts automatically once you reach the starting point. Stick to the tour route & speed limit for the best experience.
- Please note that no one will meet you at the starting point.
What You'll See
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The Evolution of Masada
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The Snake Path Gate
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The Quarry
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Commandant's Residence
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Commandant’s Headquarters
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Storerooms Complex
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The Northern Palace
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The Large Bathhouse
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Spot of the ‘lots’
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The Water Gate
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Administration Building
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Northern Palace Observation Point
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The Synagogue
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Columbarium Towers
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The Breaching Point
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The Western Byzantine Gate
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The Tanners’ Tower
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The Western Palace
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The Public Immersion Pool
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Herod’s First Small Palace
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Herod’s Second Small Palace
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Herod’s Third Small Palace
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Rebel dwellings
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Eastern Water Cistern
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Byzantine Monastic Cave
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The Byzantine Church
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Tower
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Officer’s Quarters
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The Round Columbarium Tower
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The Southern Water Cistern
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Swimming pool
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The Southern Fort
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Southern Gate
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Ritual Bath
Inclusions and Exclusions
Inclusions:
- App on your phone: A link to download the Action Tour Guide App and Password for your tours.
- Flexible schedule: Use any day, any time. Travel over multiple days or on next trip. Never expires.
- Easy to use: Stories play automatically by GPS. Hands-free. Get HELP all day: Call, Chat, or Email.
- At your own pace: No group. Take breaks for photos/ snacks/hikes. Go at your own pace.
- Offline use: No cell signal or wifi required. Offline GPS Map & route. Stop-to-stop direction.
- Don’t miss a thing: Full itinerary, travel tips, professionally narrated videos, text, and hidden gems.
Exclusions:
- Transportation, parking fees, food, and drinks.
- Entry tickets or reservations to any attractions along the route.
- Car Rental: Please arrange a rental car at the closest airport or train station.