Day Tour - Madaba, Mount Nebo and Baptism Site
Overview
Climb up to Mount Nebo, an important Judeo-Christian pilgrimage site, where Prophet Moses first viewed the Promised Land and is said to have died there. And indulge in a scenic view of the Holy Land and the Jordan River Valley from the summit.
Continue to the Baptism site of Jesus Christ, known as ‘Maghtas’ in Arabic, is considered one of the three holiest sites of Christianity, it is the place where John baptized Jesus Christ.
Inclusions
- Admission Fees ( If Selected)
- Entry fees to sites mentioned ( If Selected)
- English speaking driver
- Transportation (hotel pickup and Drop-off, air-conditioned vehicle, on-board WiFi, Fuel Surcharge)
- Entry/Admission - Mount Nebo
- Entry/Admission - The Baptism Site Of Jesus Christ
What to expect
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Madaba, Madaba, Madaba Governorate
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.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Mount Nebo, Madaba Jordan
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.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: The Baptism Site Of Jesus Christ, Site, Juwafat al-Kafrayn Jordan
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.
Duration: 3 hours
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Nice trip, well arranged, car in excellent condition, driver Younes Omar polite, helpful, professional. Great experience.
Nice trip, well arranged, car in excellent condition, driver Younes Omar polite, helpful, professional. Great experience.I would highly recommended this tour and operator. I was lucky enough to have a fantastic guide in Mahmoud who made the whole day very enjoyable. We talked about many diverse topics and he really helped me better understand Jordan and its people.
I would highly recommended this tour and operator. I was lucky enough to have a fantastic guide in Mahmoud who made the whole day very enjoyable. We talked about many diverse topics and he really helped me better understand Jordan and its people.Fantastic trip. Mohammad Bardaghawi is a wonderful driver, very friendly and professional, we spent a very nice time together. Everything was perfect, tour absolutely recommend!!
Fantastic trip. Mohammad Bardaghawi is a wonderful driver, very friendly and professional, we spent a very nice time together. Everything was perfect, tour absolutely recommend!!Had a great day seeing the Holy Land in Jordan on a day trip, we had Mohammed Al Nana (apologies if incorrect name spelling) as our driver and he did a great job telling us about the area and the sites we were visiting, Mohammed was flexible with times and gave us plenty of time to see each place...
Had a great day seeing the Holy Land in Jordan on a day trip, we had Mohammed Al Nana (apologies if incorrect name spelling) as our driver and he did a great job telling us about the area and the sites we were visiting, Mohammed was flexible with times and gave us plenty of time to see each place, the baptismal site is set visiting times though as its a protected zone next to the Palestinian border. Very comfortable air conditioned car for the your, highly recommended if you want a relaxing, carefree and comfortable way to see the Holy Land - especially in the summertime.My friend and I went on this tour with Moe Al-Sheikh. The trip went smoothly, Moe was really friendly and answered all of our questions, and he made sure we had enough time at each of the sites. Thoroughly recommend!
My friend and I went on this tour with Moe Al-Sheikh. The trip went smoothly, Moe was really friendly and answered all of our questions, and he made sure we had enough time at each of the sites. Thoroughly recommend!Our guide, Yousef Musleh, was such a joy to be with. He was informative and always got us to where we needed to be in good time. He was also a great person to talk to and had many experiences and anecdotes to share. Additionally, he went out of his way to tailor the journey to fit our needs and e...
Our guide, Yousef Musleh, was such a joy to be with. He was informative and always got us to where we needed to be in good time. He was also a great person to talk to and had many experiences and anecdotes to share. Additionally, he went out of his way to tailor the journey to fit our needs and ensure we get the best out of our time in Jordan. I would definitely recommend this tour, and more specifically, Yousef, to whoever wants to check out these sites. You will get to see them for yourselves in an efficient manner.