Day Tour Madaba, Mount Nebo and Baptism site From Amman

5.0 (67 reviews) Amman, Jordan
Duration6h - 7h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
Private tourOnly your group will participate
Pickup offeredSee the meeting and pickup details below

Overview

Explore Jordan’s most important historical and religious sites on a private day tour from Amman or Queen Alia International Airport.

Visit Madaba, famous for its beautiful Byzantine mosaics and the historic Madaba Map. Continue to Mount Nebo, a sacred site offering breathtaking views over the Jordan Valley. Then visit the Baptism Site, where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist along the Jordan River.

Travel in a modern, air-conditioned private vehicle with complimentary bottled water and Wi-Fi, accompanied by a professional English-speaking driver. Enjoy a comfortable and flexible journey at your own pace.

Options

Tour: Madaba & Mount Nebo

Private: Tour

Duration: 4 hours
Bottle water: Per person

Visit : Madaba - Mount Nebo


Car: Full size

Pickup included

Tour: madaba-Mt Nebo- Baptism

Private : Tour
Duration: 7 hours
Bottle water : Per person
Visit : Madaba - Mount Nebo - Baptism site
Car: Full size
Pickup included

What's included

  • Private transportation
  • Bottled water
  • English speaking driver
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Pickup and Drop off From Amman or Airport
  • Local Guide
  • Entry fees

What to expect

  1. Madaba Mosaic Map
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    Departure is from Amman. After pick up from your hotel, hop into a climate-controlled vehicle with a private English-speaking driver and Wi-Fi on board. Observe and gaze at Jordan’s desert landscapes as you travel south to Madaba. The driver will assist you with places of interest and particular information on the route, however, will not act as a guide. Upon arrival, discover this ancient mosaic town with a history spanning back to the 2nd century. The most well-known is the mosaic map of Jordan and the Holy Land of the 6th century in the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George; marked with points related to historical stories mentioned in the bible.
  2. St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church
    30m · Admission ticket not included
    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. Free time to explore a mosaic workshop, if interested.
  3. Mount Nebo
    1h · Admission ticket not included
    Then climb up to Mount Nebo, a sacred Mountain in Jordan, standing at approximately 817 meters above sea level. Mount Nebo is steeped in religious significance as it presents an important Judeo-Christian pilgrimage site. It is where Moses first viewed the Promised Land from the summit and where Prophet Moses is said to have died. Moreover, Egyptian monks built a small monastery on the summit in memory of Moses In the fourth century, this church was then reconstructed into a basilica. This basilica, which still stands on Mount Nebo today, boasts a collection of well-preserved Byzantine mosaics. The mosaics illustrate images of wildlife and hunting. This site is not only a point of interest for history enthusiasts, however, offers a panoramic view of the Holy Land and the Jordan River Valley from the summit.
  4. The Baptism Site Of Jesus Christ
    2h · Admission ticket not included
    The Baptism Site of Jesus Christ; is located on the Jordan side of the Jordan River. It was known as Bethany beyond the Jordan in the Biblical time, & is considered one of the three holiest sites of Christianity; it is where Jesus Christ has been baptized by John. Therefore, marking a highly important historical and religious event. Get the chance to pray in this significant pilgrimage site where many prophets have passed The Baptism Site, known as ‘Maghtas’ in Arabic is one of the most important recent discoveries in biblical archaeology. Excavations only began there in 1996, however, have already unveiled more than 20 churches, caves, & baptismal pools dating from the Roman and Byzantine periods. Grasp a unique experience at this historical site, preserved exactly how it was over 2000 years ago, filled with much flora and fauna After indulging & experiencing these holy sights & reveling in the panoramic views, reconvene with your driver for the return, ending with a hotel drop-off.

Meeting and pickup

Pickup details

The driver will contact the travelers before one day from their trip by what's app.

Additional information

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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