Day Tour from Amman to Madaba, Mount Nebo and Baptism Site
by R H VIP Transportation Services
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This private day tour from Amman visits key historical and religious sites in Jordan. The trip begins with a pickup from your hotel and travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi and an English-speaking driver. The first stop is Madaba, a town known for its ancient mosaics, including the 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land inside the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George. You will spend about 45 minutes exploring the town's mosaic heritage. Next, visit a 19th-century Roman Catholic church in Madaba, where you can climb the bell tower for a panoramic view of the city. Afterward, continue to Mount Nebo, located around 817 meters above sea level. This mountain is a significant Judeo-Christian site where Moses is said to have seen the Promised Land and died. The summit features a 4th-century basilica with well-preserved Byzantine mosaics depicting wildlife and hunting scenes. You will have about an hour here to explore the mosaics and take in views of the Holy Land and the Jordan River Valley. The tour then proceeds to the Baptism Site of Jesus Christ, known locally as Maghtas. This site lies on the Jordan side of the Jordan River and is one of Christianity's three holiest locations. It is traditionally identified as the place where John baptized Jesus. Archaeological excavations since 1996 have uncovered over 20 churches, caves, and baptismal pools from Roman and Byzantine times. You will have approximately three hours to visit this site, observe the historical remains, and reflect in the area surrounded by native plants and wildlife. Before returning to Amman, the tour stops at the Church of the Apostles, a 6th-century Byzantine church famous for its extensive mosaic floor that shows animals, plants, and daily life scenes. After this visit, the driver will return you to your hotel. The tour duration ranges from five to eight hours depending on traffic and time spent at each location. Admission fees are included if selected. Lunch and local guides at the sites are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Madaba Mosaic Map
The tour starts with pickup from your hotel in Amman. Travel south in a climate-controlled vehicle with a private English-speaking driver and Wi-Fi. The driver will provide information along the route but will not act as a guide. Arrive in Madaba, a town with a history dating back to the 2nd century. The main attraction is the 6th-century mosaic map of Jordan and the Holy Land located in the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George, showing biblical locations.
45 min
Bell Tower of 19th-century Roman Catholic Church
Visit a 19th-century Roman Catholic church in Madaba where you can climb the bell tower. From here, enjoy a panoramic view over the city of Madaba.
30 min
Mount Nebo
Proceed to Mount Nebo, a sacred mountain about 817 meters above sea level. It is significant as the place where Moses is said to have viewed the Promised Land and died. A small monastery built by Egyptian monks in the 4th century was later expanded into a basilica still present today. The basilica contains well-preserved Byzantine mosaics depicting wildlife and hunting. From the summit, there are panoramic views of the Holy Land and the Jordan River Valley.
60 min
The Baptism Site Of Jesus Christ
The Baptism Site of Jesus Christ is situated on the Jordan side of the Jordan River, historically known as Bethany beyond the Jordan. It is regarded as one of Christianity's three holiest sites, where Jesus was baptized by John. Excavations started in 1996 have revealed over 20 churches, caves, and baptismal pools from the Roman and Byzantine periods. The site remains preserved as it was more than 2000 years ago, surrounded by diverse flora and fauna. Visitors may pray and reflect at this significant pilgrimage location.
180 min
Church of the Apostles
Before returning to Amman, stop at the Church of the Apostles, a 6th-century Byzantine church famous for its large, well-preserved mosaic floor. The mosaics depict animals, plants, and scenes from everyday life.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Day Tour from Amman to Madaba, Mount Nebo and Baptism Site
by R H VIP Transportation Services
Choose from 2 available options
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$156Overview
This private day tour from Amman visits key historical and religious sites in Jordan. The trip begins with a pickup from your hotel and travel in a private air-conditioned vehicle with Wi-Fi and an English-speaking driver. The first stop is Madaba, a town known for its ancient mosaics, including the 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land inside the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George. You will spend about 45 minutes exploring the town's mosaic heritage. Next, visit a 19th-century Roman Catholic church in Madaba, where you can climb the bell tower for a panoramic view of the city. Afterward, continue to Mount Nebo, located around 817 meters above sea level. This mountain is a significant Judeo-Christian site where Moses is said to have seen the Promised Land and died. The summit features a 4th-century basilica with well-preserved Byzantine mosaics depicting wildlife and hunting scenes. You will have about an hour here to explore the mosaics and take in views of the Holy Land and the Jordan River Valley. The tour then proceeds to the Baptism Site of Jesus Christ, known locally as Maghtas. This site lies on the Jordan side of the Jordan River and is one of Christianity's three holiest locations. It is traditionally identified as the place where John baptized Jesus. Archaeological excavations since 1996 have uncovered over 20 churches, caves, and baptismal pools from Roman and Byzantine times. You will have approximately three hours to visit this site, observe the historical remains, and reflect in the area surrounded by native plants and wildlife. Before returning to Amman, the tour stops at the Church of the Apostles, a 6th-century Byzantine church famous for its extensive mosaic floor that shows animals, plants, and daily life scenes. After this visit, the driver will return you to your hotel. The tour duration ranges from five to eight hours depending on traffic and time spent at each location. Admission fees are included if selected. Lunch and local guides at the sites are not included.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Madaba Mosaic Map
The tour starts with pickup from your hotel in Amman. Travel south in a climate-controlled vehicle with a private English-speaking driver and Wi-Fi. The driver will provide information along the route but will not act as a guide. Arrive in Madaba, a town with a history dating back to the 2nd century. The main attraction is the 6th-century mosaic map of Jordan and the Holy Land located in the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George, showing biblical locations.
45 min
Bell Tower of 19th-century Roman Catholic Church
Visit a 19th-century Roman Catholic church in Madaba where you can climb the bell tower. From here, enjoy a panoramic view over the city of Madaba.
30 min
Mount Nebo
Proceed to Mount Nebo, a sacred mountain about 817 meters above sea level. It is significant as the place where Moses is said to have viewed the Promised Land and died. A small monastery built by Egyptian monks in the 4th century was later expanded into a basilica still present today. The basilica contains well-preserved Byzantine mosaics depicting wildlife and hunting. From the summit, there are panoramic views of the Holy Land and the Jordan River Valley.
60 min
The Baptism Site Of Jesus Christ
The Baptism Site of Jesus Christ is situated on the Jordan side of the Jordan River, historically known as Bethany beyond the Jordan. It is regarded as one of Christianity's three holiest sites, where Jesus was baptized by John. Excavations started in 1996 have revealed over 20 churches, caves, and baptismal pools from the Roman and Byzantine periods. The site remains preserved as it was more than 2000 years ago, surrounded by diverse flora and fauna. Visitors may pray and reflect at this significant pilgrimage location.
180 min
Church of the Apostles
Before returning to Amman, stop at the Church of the Apostles, a 6th-century Byzantine church famous for its large, well-preserved mosaic floor. The mosaics depict animals, plants, and scenes from everyday life.
30 min
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.