Baptism Site, Mt Nebo, Madaba and Machaerus from Amman

Amman, Jordan - Amman, Jordan
  • Machaerus
  • Saint George Church
  • Basilica of Moses in Mount Nebo
  • Bethany Beyond the Jordan - St John the Baptist Church

Start Time: 08:00

Details

1 Day | 0 Night

Tour Types: Private Day Tour
Runs: Every Day
Accommodation:
Minimum Age: 2

Tour Description


This tour encompasses important religious sites. You drive to the Jordan Valley to visit Bethany beyond Jordan, where Jesus Christ was baptized. Certainly you will not miss Mt Nebo, the burial site of Prophet Moses, in Madaba St George’s Church with the mosaic map of the Holy Land and Machaerus, where John the Baptist was imprisoned and beheaded.

Highlights

  • Visiting Bethany beyond Jordan.
  • View the mosaic map of the Holy Land.
  • walk to the hilltop stronghold of Herod the Great, King of Judea.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
Baptism Site, Mt Nebo, Madaba and Machaerus from Amman    

Morning time we drive to the Jordan Valley, to Bethany at the Jordan River. This is the place where the baptism of Jesus Christ by John the Baptist took place. We also have a look at Elijah's Hill, where Prophet Elijah ascended to heaven. Proceed to Mt. Nebo, the place where Prophet Moses gazed at the Promised Land before he died. You visit the old monastery and overlook the Jordan Valley, Dead Sea and parts of the Holy Land. Then to Madaba, where to find the famous mosaic 6th century map of Palestine in St. George’s church. Continue to Machaerus, the hilltop stronghold of Herod the Great, King of Judea. His son Herod Antipas inherited the fortress. He ordered here the beheading of John the Baptist after Salome's fateful dance. You have to walk 30 minutes to reach the top of the hill. Return transfer to your Amman hotel or residence.


Inclusions


  • Transport by private, air conditioned vehicle with English speaking driver.
  • Entrance fee to Baptism Site, Mt Nebo, Madaba St George's Church and Machaerus.
  • Mineral water on board of the vehicle.

Exclusions


  •  Escort guide. 
  •  Meal s and beverage not stated. 
  •  Travel insurance, tips and private expenses.  
  •  Others not mentioned in the itinerary. 

Practical Info


- Wear comfortable walking shoes and depending on season pack sun protection.
- To respect the local culture please cover shoulders and knees.
- Clients with Jordan Pass receive the refund on spot for entrance fees covered with the pass.
- Our staff is trained to follow hygiene and safety protocols.

How to Book this Tour


- After booking the tour with us online, one of our consultants will get in touch within 24 hours. You need to pay then a 25% deposit by credit card or by bank transfer. The full payment is due latest 07 days before tour start.
- Cancellations or changes need to be sent in written form. Charges are as follows:
• 100% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 07 to 01 days before departure or no show.
- For refunds we do not cover transaction fees charged by credit card companies and banks.
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