• Swemeh - Meet your driver at your Dead Sea hotel, and travel by private, leisure air-conditioned vehicle to the River 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.
• The Baptism Site Of Jesus Christ - Drink in the powerful sense of spirituality, and see the remnants of Roman and Byzantine churches, caves, wells, and baptismal pools. 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.
• Madaba - Travel to Madaba, known for its exquisite Byzantine mosaics. Arrive in Madaba and head inside Saint George’s Church with a local guide. This 19th-century Greek Orthodox Basilica is home to the famous Madaba Mosaic Map, a 6th-century A.D. floor mosaic that depicts the ancient Holy Land and Jordan. Gaze at this masterpiece and its richly detailed renderings of Jerusalem, Jericho, the Dead Sea and other biblical sites as your guide explains how it was unearthed in 1897 A.D A.D.
• Madaba Archaeological Park - 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. Visit the historic Catholic Church of Saint John the Baptist, with its beautiful Bell Tower for a breath-taking view of Madaba.
• St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church - Visit its underground museum memorial of Saint John the Baptist. Having admired the mosaic.
• Mount Nebo - drive to Mount Nebo, the hill where, according to the bible, Moses was not only granted a view of the Holy Land but also died. Take in the stunning views from the summit that extend over the Jordan Valley, and on a clear day, can stretch as far as Jericho and Jerusalem. Go inside the excavated remains of the Byzantine church that once graced the hilltop. Here, archaeologists have uncovered a series of floor mosaics dating from between the 4th and 6th century A.D. Marvel at these intricate artworks with their still-vivid illustrations of peacocks, soldiers, horses and hunters, as your guide shares facts about their creation and discovery. After your visit of this marvelous Franciscan Monastery of Mount Nebo, return to your vehicle and make the drive back to Dead Sea. Your tour concludes with a drop-off at your Dead Sea hotel.

• English-Speaking Driver
• Local English-Speaking Guide at Bethany (collective), and Madaba Saint George Church (in private)
• Entrance to Madaba Archaeological Park
• Entrance to Madaba Saint George Church and Saint John Church
• Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of participants
• On board WI-FI
• Hotel pick up and drop off
• Entrance to Mount Nebo Memorial Church of Moses
• Entrance Fees to Bethany (Baptism Site at Jordan River)

• 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, Local Guide) – Recommended
• Personal Expenses
• Anything else not mentioned

Embark on a private 8-hour journey from the Dead Sea to the Jordan River, the site of Jesus’s baptism. The expedition takes you to the Bethany Beyond the Jordan Baptism Site, also known as ‘El-Maghtas’, where you can explore the riverbanks, ancient church ruins, wells, and baptismal pools. The journey then proceeds to Madaba, the city of mosaics, to visit Saint George’s Church, which houses a stunning Byzantine mosaic map of the Holy Land and Jordan. In addition to other mosaics at Madaba’s Archeological Park, you will also get to visit Saint John Church with its Bell Tower. Your journey will continue to Mount Nebo where you can relish the breathtaking views of the Jordan Valley, Jericho, and Jerusalem. Discover the remnants of a Byzantine church that used to exist on the summit and learn more about the biblical lore associated with this ancient part of the world.

• 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.
• Dress code at Churches: Modest.
• Indicate special dietary requirements at the time of booking.

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