Private Tour Madaba, Mount Nebo, Bethany Baptism Site & Dead Sea from Amman

Private Tour Madaba, Mount Nebo, Bethany Baptism Site & Dead Sea from Amman

Escape bustling Amman for the day and see three of Jordan’s most important religious and historical sites on a private 8-hour trip. In addition to viewing the famous Mosaic Map at Madaba’s Saint George Church, besides other mosaics at Madaba’s Archeological Park, as well as visit Saint John Church. Tour of Mount Nebo, Moses last stop for a breathtaking view of the Holy Land. Enjoy panoramic views over the Jordan Valley from the top of Mount Nebo and admire ancient relics and mosaics in its Franciscan Monastery. Continue to visit Bethany, Jesus’ believed baptism site on the Jordan River recognized by the Vatican. Then, soak up under the sunshine and enjoy free time to swim in the Dead Sea’s waters, the lowest point on earth and the first world’s natural spa.

Itinerary
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Pass By: Amman, Amman, Amman Governorate

Depart your Amman hotel by a leisure air-conditioned vehicle with English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide, and set off on your private tour, traveling to Madaba the city of mosaics.

Stop At: St. George's Church, K. Talal St. 30, Madaba 17110 Jordan

Arrive at Saint George’s Church, the 19th-century basilica in the heart of the town. This famous church houses the Madaba Mosaic Map, an intricately detailed floor mosaic of the Holy Land believed to have been created in the 6th century A.D. Admire the church interior and marvel at the stunning floor map, with its evocative depictions of ancient Jerusalem, Jericho, and lands including the Lebanon, Sinai, and Egypt.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Madaba Archaeological Park, Hussein bin Ali Street, Madaba 17110 Jordan

Proceed to the open-air museum known as the Archaeological Park, which houses a collection of ruins and mosaics like the Church of Virgin Mary and other floor house mosaics.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Princess Haya St., Madaba 17110 Jordan

Visit the historic Catholic Church of Saint John the Baptist, with its beautiful Bell Tower for a breath-taking view of Madaba. Visit its underground museum memorial of Saint John the Baptist.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Mount Nebo, Madaba Jordan

Continue to Mount Nebo, the hill where Moses is believed to have gazed out over the Holy Land. Absorb the sweeping views over the Dead Sea and Jordan Valley, and visit the Byzantine Church on the summit to see its fabled mosaics. Behold the luminous pieces of early art and their vivid recreations of animals, people, and hunting winemaking scenes in this beautiful Franciscan Monastery.

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: The Baptism Site Of Jesus Christ, Site, Juwafat al-Kafrayn Jordan

On route, soak in views of Jordan’s barren landscapes, and pull up at Bethany Beyond the Jordan River, known as “El-Maghtas” in Arabic, the site on the eastern bank of the river where it’s believed Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist. Meet up with a local guide, and take a tour of the riverbanks and key excavated ruins, learning how the site was sanctified as the place of Jesus’ baptism by the Vatican and a visit by Pope John Paul II in 2000 A.D. Drink in the powerful sense of spirituality, and see the remnants of Roman and Byzantine churches, caves, wells, and baptismal pools.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: The Baptism Site Of Jesus Christ, Site, Juwafat al-Kafrayn Jordan

As you walk, listen as your guide explains why archaeologists believe that it was here that John the Baptist lived, preached, and performed baptisms. Hear more about this famous Christian pilgrimage spot and how it is held holy in all three major religions — Christianity, Judaism, and Islam for being the believed site of the Prophet Elijah’s ascension to heaven. Please note: the Bethany in this trip should not be confused with Bethany in Jerusalem, where it's believed that Mary Magdalene lived and Lazarus rose from the dead.

Duration: 15 minutes

Stop At: Dead Sea, Madaba 11190 Jordan

Drive to the lowest point on earth for free time to swim in the therapeutic waters of the Dead Sea for an experience not to be missed, as it the first world’s natural spa! Afterward, reconvene with your driver and return to Amman, where your tour ends with a hotel drop-off.

Duration: 30 minutes



Informacion Adicional
"Wheelchair accessible"
"Stroller accessible"
"Infant seats available"
"Transportation is wheelchair accessible"
"Most travelers can participate"
"Confirmation will be received at the time of booking."
"Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request."
"Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher."
"Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request."
"Clients with mobility issues, please contact us."
"Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us."
"Most local tourist restaurants in Jordan do not serve alcohol, if you do not want a dry restaurant that does not serve alcohol, please contact us."
"Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes."
"Swim suit is required."
"Dress code at Churches: Modest."
"This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund"
"This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate"
"Confirmation will be received at time of booking"



Start Time: 09:00 AM
Duration: 8 Hours
Start location: Traveler pickup is offered

Cancellations and refunds: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.

Included

  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according number of participants
  • English-Speaking Driver
  • Entrance to Madaba, the Archaeological Park
  • Entrance to Madaba Saint George Church and Saint John Church
  • Entrance to Mount Nebo Memorial Church of Moses
  • Entrance Fees to Bethany (Baptism Site at Jordan River)
  • Entrance to the Dead Sea Spa Hotel to use hotel facilities: beach, pool, and changing rooms
  • Towel
  • Showers
  • Local English-Speaking Guide at Bethany (collective), and Madaba Saint George Church (in private)
  • On board WI-FI
  • Entry/Admission - Madaba Archaeological Park
  • Entry/Admission - St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church
  • Entry/Admission - Mount Nebo
  • Entry/Admission - Dead Sea
  • Entry/Admission - St. George's Church
  • Entry/Admission - The Baptism Site Of Jesus Christ

Not Included

  • All type of meals, unless option with lunch selected (Vegetarian meal by request)
  • All type of beverages
  • All type of gratuities (Tips to the Driver) – Recommended
  • Personal Expenses
  • Anything else not mentioned

Facilities


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