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Day Tour to Bethany Baptism Jordan River, Madaba and Mount Nebo Visit from Amman
Amman, Jordan
$246.67
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
Overview
Stand beside the Jordan River where Jesus was baptized on this private 8-hour trip from Amman. Travel to the Bethany Beyond the Jordan Baptism Site, also known as “El-Maghtas”, and tour the riverbanks and ruins of ancient churches, wells, and baptismal pools. Proceed to Madaba’s mosaic city to visit Saint George’s Church, home to beautiful Byzantine mosaic map depicting the Holy Land and Jordan; besides other mosaics at Madaba’s Archeological Park, as well as visit Saint John Church. Continue to Mount Nebo to enjoy panoramic views over the Jordan Valley to Jericho and Jerusalem. Explore the ruins of a Byzantine church that once stood on the hilltop, and gain insight into biblical legend for which this ancient corner of the world is famous.
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The experience offers several options. This price includes:
Bethany, Madaba & Mount Nebo
Day Trip to Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Jordan Bethany Baptism Site from Amman
Pickup included
Day Trip to Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Jordan Bethany Baptism Site from Amman
Pickup included
Tour guide
Language: English
Human tour guide
Duration: 8 hours
The experience offers several options, check yours above
- Entrance to Mount Nebo Memorial Church of Moses
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according number of participants
- Entrance to Bethany (Baptism Site at Jordan River)
- On board WI-FI
- Entrance to Madaba Saint George Church and Saint John Church
- Entrance to Madaba Archaeological Park
- Local English-Speaking Guide at Bethany (collective), and Madaba Saint George Church (in private)
- English-Speaking Driver
- Any other service not mentioned
- Personal Expenses
- 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 , and Local Guide) – Recommended
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The Baptism Site Of Jesus ChristMeet your driver at your Amman 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.
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The Baptism Site Of Jesus ChristDrink 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.
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MadabaTravel to Madaba, known for its exquisite Byzantine mosaics.
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St. George's ChurchArrive 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
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Madaba Archaeological ParkProceed 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.
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St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic ChurchVisit the historic Catholic Church of Saint John the Baptist, with its beautiful Bell Tower for a breath-taking view of Madaba. Visit its underground museum memorial of Saint John the Baptist.
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Mount NeboHaving admired the mosaic, 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 Amman. Your tour concludes with a drop-off at your Amman hotel.
If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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Day Tour to Bethany Baptism Jordan River, Madaba and Mount Nebo Visit from Amman
Amman, Jordan
$246.67
This is an experience gift voucher. The recipient will book the experience after
they redeem the gift voucher.
How it works?
01
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You choose from 10,000+ experience gifts
02
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We deliver the eVoucher or the Physical box to the recipient
03
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Recipient books the experience and creates unforgettable memories!