Private Day Tour Madaba , Mount Nebo and Baptism site From Amman

Discover Jordan’s top attractions in a single day with this private tour from Amman or the airport. Travel in a private, air-conditioned vehicle with an English-speaking driver. Marvel at the mosaic in Madaba, take in the views from Mt. Nebo, and visit the site where Jesus is believed to have been baptized along the Jordan River.

Duration: 7 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Madaba Mosaic Map - 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.

  • St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church - 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.

  • Mount Nebo - 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.

  • Bethany Jordan River Baptism Site of Jesus - 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.

What's Included
  • Private transportation
  • On-board WiFi
  • Bottled water
  • In-vehicle air conditioning
  • Pick up from Amman or airport
  • English speaking Driver
  • Local Guide only in Baptism site
What's Not Included
  • Entry fee madaba church ( 1 ) JD
  • Entry fee Mount Nebo ( 3 ) JD
  • Entry fees Baptism site ( 12 )
Location
Madaba Mosaic Map
, Inside St. George's Church
Cancellation Policy

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

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Coastal65167683463
Jan 14, 2024
Perfect! - What an amazing day! The driver Ahmed is wonderful and has great English! I didn’t worry about a thing. He went above and beyond!
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Jbhumitra
Oct 26, 2023
An Amazing Day with the Best Guide, Hussam - Hussam was such an excellent guide! We went to the Amman Citadel, the Roman Theater, and the Dead Sea. Hussam told us about the history of each site, the culture of the people of Jordan, and so much more. He was extremely patient and flexible whenever we wanted to make stops (for example to buy some souvenirs at the bazaar or to pickup dinner from a restaurant on the way back to the hotel). Hussam made us feel very safe and comfortable, attending to every need and request, while sharing all that beautiful Jordan has to offer. We recommend this tour to everyone!
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