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Amman: Private Tour to Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Baptism Site

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Activity provider:R&H VIP Transportation Services
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Amman: Private Tour to Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Baptism Site

Activity provider:R&H VIP Transportation Services
4.6  / 5
53 reviews

From US$ 75 per person

Discover different historical and religious sites on this private half-day tour. Visit Madaba and its Greek Orthodox Church, climb Mount Nebo, and discover the Baptism Site of Jesus Christ.

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Duration 8 hours
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English, Arabic
Pickup included
Meet your driver in your hotel lobby 10 minutes before your scheduled pickup time. The driver will be holding a sign with your last name on it. Drivers will wait no longer than 15 minutes after the scheduled pickup time before departing.
Wheelchair accessible
Private group

Experience

Highlights
  • Visit the ancient town of Madaba, known for its beautiful mosaics
  • Climb Mount Nebo, an important Judeo-Christian pilgrimage site
  • Visit the Baptism Site of Jesus Christ, considered as one of the three holiest sites of Christianity
Full description
Start with a pickup from your hotel in Amman and hop in a climate-controlled vehicle with a private English-speaking driver and Wi-Fi access. Take in the views of Jordan’s desert landscapes as you travel south to Madaba. See places of interest and particular information on the journey. Upon arrival at Madaba, discover the ancient mosaic town with a history dating back to the 2nd century. See the 6th-century mosaic map of Jordan and the Holy Land in the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George; marked with points related to historical stories mentioned in the bible. Then, climb Mount Nebo, a sacred Mountain in Jordan which stands at approximately 817 meters above sea level. Mount Nebo is steeped in religious significance as 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. Visit the basilica at the summit of the mountain, built by Egyptian monks in the 4th century. Inside, see a collection of well-preserved Byzantine mosaics, illustrating images of wildlife and hunting. Also, enjoy a panoramic view of the Holy Land and the Jordan River Valley from the summit. Next, head to The Baptism Site of Jesus Christ; located on the Jordan side of the Jordan River. It was known as Bethany beyond the Jordan in Biblical times and is considered one of the three holiest sites of Christianity. Get the chance to pray or simply explore this significant pilgrimage site that many prophets are said to have visited. The Baptism Site, known as ‘Maghtas’ in Arabic, is one of the most important recent discoveries in biblical archaeology, having only been discovered in 1996.  After experiencing these holy sights and enjoying the fantastic views, reconvene with your driver for the return journey, ending with a hotel drop-off in Amman.
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  • Hotel pickup and drop-off from Amman
  • Private transportation
  • Wi-Fi onboard
  • Parking fees
  • Entry fees to sites mentioned (depending on the option selected)
  • English-speaking driver
  • Lunch
  • Personal expenses
  • Gratuities
  • Local guide at sites mentioned

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  • Keep in mind you will be driven 400 meters below sea level to reach the baptism site.

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4.6 /5

based on 53 reviews

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  • Guide
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  • Transportation
    4.8/5
  • Value for money
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It was coordinated smoothly. Guide is friendly, knowledgeable and accommodating (had travel sickness) but Moe went above and beyond to make sure his driving is not contributing to my sickness. He had bottled water ready for us and bought us Turkish coffee. Never encountered a guide giving free drinks. Hats off to you Moe

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May 26, 2023

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Iris – United KingdomVerified booking

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It was a great tour! First stop Madaba and the Church. The driver (Samer) was very kind to get me some candles and because I told him I didn’t get the chance to have breakfast when I came back to the car he had some traditional savoury pastries for me. Next stop was Mount Nebo. I went in and Samer waited patiently for me. Then next stop was the Baptismal Site. There was a half hour wait for the bus and we were all taken to the site and River Jordan. That was a lovely experience. Then it was back to the car and I was taken back to my hotel in Amman. It was very organised and was never rushed. I can recommend this trip. Easy and straightforward. Very kind and considerate driver.

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May 9, 2023

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Gloria – United KingdomVerified booking

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The sites on the tour were fascinating and the whole experience was brilliant. My guide Mahmoud made the day very comfortable and enjoyable. We discussed many interesting topics about the sites and life in Jordan in general, along with many other interesting topics throughout the day. I would highly recommend the tour it was one of my favourite experiences in Jordan.

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