Private Tour
Day Tour to Bethany Baptism Jordan River Site, Madaba & Nebo Visit from Dead Sea
Overview
Available languages
6 hours
Mobile ticket
Stand beside the Jordan River where Jesus was baptized on this private 8-hour trip from Dead Sea. 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 with its Bell Tower. 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.
Additional Info
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request.
Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher.
Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request.
Clients with mobility issues, please contact us.
Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us.
Most local tourist restaurants in Jordan do not serve alcohol, if you do not want a dry restaurant that does not serve alcohol, please contact us.
Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes.
Dress code at Churches: Modest.
Indicate special dietary requirements at the time of booking.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
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Meet your driver at your Dead Sea 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.
The Baptism Site Of Jesus Christ
Drink 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.
What‘s Included
English-Speaking Driver
Hotel pick up and drop off
Local English-Speaking Guide at Bethany (collective), and Madaba Saint George Church (in private)
Entrance to Madaba Archaeological Park
Entrance to Madaba Saint George Church and Saint John Church
On board WI-FI
Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of participants
Entrance to Bethany (Baptism Site at Jordan River)
Entrance to Mount Nebo Memorial Church of Moses
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, Local Guide) – Recommended
Personal Expenses
Any other service not mentioned
Pickup points
Select a pickup point
Options
Tour with Lunch
Day Trip to Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Jordan Bethany Baptism Site from Dead Sea with lunch at a local restaurant
Pickup included
Bethany, Madaba & Mount Nebo
Day Trip to Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Jordan Bethany Baptism Site from Dead Sea.
Pickup included
Reviews
6 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A memorable biblical journey around Jordan
Liam O,Nov 9, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Punctual and polite driver. Informative guides at each location. Spectacular views and a great lunch. A truly spiritual day that brings the key sites of the Bible to life.
Full experience of the Holy Lands
Angelique,Aug 31, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00Absolutely enriching experience. Appreciate the tour guides, especially at Bethany (Baptism) and my driver w/Zaid Tours, Mahmoud. Highly recommend
Great tour, pity about the upselling
Azzalini82,Mar 8, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00The actual tour i would definitely recommend, all the places were extremely interesting and the tour guide at Baptism River site was very informative and did not rush us at all. Nebo had amazing views and i highly suggest the "lunch option" as it is a very filling feed and great tasting food The driver was on time and very informative but....... he insisted after Nebo visit to take me to a Mosaic store where i spent 30 mins having people trying to sell me stuff whilst he had coffee with his friends (pretending to fake interest is your best bet) and then after Madaba on the way back to the hotel he took me to another mosaic store but this time for 1hour and 10 minutes, what a complete waste of time. Obviously being a Westerner i was meant to have a black AMEX as for the whole time i was trying to be sold items worth over $600 with "free shipping" and the more i buy the better discount i would get. It wasn't until i left the store and stood beside the car did my driver actually get up from seeing his friends and took me back to my hotel
Great Trip
JimZerbe,Mar 24, 2019
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was excellent. The driver picked us up on time and delivered us to these three amazing sites and back to the hotel. The driver provided water and a friendly conversation throughout our trip.
Very informative. The tour guide...
Vera S,Jan 3, 2017
- Review from Viator
5.00Very informative. The tour guide was accommodating to a couple of specific stops we wanted to make.
GREAT day! Shadi was an excellent...
Elmarie P,Mar 15, 2016
- Review from Viator
5.00GREAT day! Shadi was an excellent driver and made sure we saw a few extra highlights along the way. Thank you! In addition, Shadi and the tour company was willing to pick us up in Amman and drop us off at our Dead Sea hotel...very helpful and made the day much more relaxing and enjoyable!
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