Private Tour

In the Footsteps of Saints Private Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

6 hours

Mobile ticket

The Church of Saint George - St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church, Mount Nebo, and the Baptism Site are unique destinations that hold significant religious and historical importance. The church is known for its beautiful mosaics and honors both Saint George and St. John the Baptist. Mount Nebo offers stunning panoramic views and is believed to be where Moses saw the Promised Land. The Baptism Site is where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist and attracts pilgrims from around the world. These sites provide unique opportunities for spiritual reflection, exploration of cultural heritage, and connections to biblical events.

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

As you leave Amman, you'll pass by the bustling cityscape with its modern buildings and busy streets. The journey will take you through the outskirts of Amman, where you'll see suburbs and residential areas. Along the route, you may catch glimpses of local markets, shops, and everyday life in the surrounding towns and villages. As you approach Madaba, you'll enter the picturesque Jordan Valley, characterized by its fertile plains and scenic views of the surrounding mountains. In Madaba itself, you'll drive through the city center, where you can observe the local architecture, shops, and restaurants. The Church of Saint George, which is located in the heart of Madaba. The church is a prominent landmark and is usually easily recognizable.

45 minutes • Admission Not Included

The Church of Saint George in Madaba is a historic religious site located in the heart of Madaba, Jordan. It is renowned for its extraordinary mosaic art, particularly the famous Madaba Map. The church dates back to the 19th century and is a Greek Orthodox church dedicated to Saint George, the patron saint of Madaba. Inside the church, visitors can marvel at the intricate and well-preserved mosaic floor depicting various biblical scenes and a detailed map of the Holy Land from the 6th century. The Madaba Map is of great historical and archaeological significance, providing valuable insights into the geography and landmarks of the ancient region. The Church of Saint George is a must-visit destination for art enthusiasts, history buffs, and those interested in exploring the cultural heritage of Madaba.

15 minutes • Admission Not Included

What‘s Included

Private transportation

Transportation (hotel pickup, air-conditioned vehicle, on-board WiFi, etc.)

English Speaking Driver

1 Bottle of water per person

Gratuities

The Jordan Pass does not include Holy-sites,The total fees for mention sites is 24 USD per person.

Food and drinks (breakfast, lunch, dinner, snacks, wine, soft drinks, etc.)

Anything not mentioned in Included.

Pickup points

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In the Footsteps of Saints Private Tour : Madaba & Mt. Nebo

Pickup included

Reviews

4.80

10 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Our tour guide Mr Zaid Etoom was very pleasant and attentive to our preferences and likes
Martin K,,Dec 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A tour guide makes all the difference! Mr Zaid Etoom is knowledgeable, friendly, professional and honest. He provides insights and understanding that goes beyond the standard and usual spiel.
Unforgettable Day with Moe Alsheikh!
Vernon8587,,Feb 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Unforgettable Day with Moe Alsheikh! We had the best time visiting Madaba, Mount Nebo, and the Baptism Site, all thanks to Moe Alsheikh. He was super friendly, made us feel comfortable, and was so knowledgeable about the history of each place. Moe was always on time and made sure we got the most out of our day. We couldn’t have asked for a better guide!
Private Car, not a Private Tour
Cindy B,,Jan 19, 2025
- Review from Viator
3.00
I have very mixed thoughts on this "tour." The positives: I was with Mo and he was kind, easy to talk with, great English and generally engaging. He was on time (early actually) and the car was clean and in good condition. The negatives: This was really private transportation to the various sites. Before I went in Mo told me what to expect and how to navigate the site. He would be sure I had my ticket and then he sent me off on my own to navigate the site. Inside each site there were other tour companies and those guests were accompanied by their guide so I ended up crashing tours all along the way to learn about the sites. I was a solo traveler but charged for two people so I paid USD $155 to have a private driver all day. Plus the admission fee to each site and tip. It was a lot of money for little value. At the end of the day, I'd call this a private car and not a private tour. I'd recommend a company where your guide actually accompanies you into the site.
Excellent.
lolob516,,Jan 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent tour. Our guide Mohammed gave us a lot of information and advice. Due to extraneous reasons it was not possible to view the site of baptism, but it offered us other options to choose according to our possibilities of time. We also had the time to ride at our own pace.
great tour!
johngG6967WT,,Dec 1, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Mo is so knowledgeable and friendly. highly recommend the tour! particularly for those who only have a short time in the country.
A great day visiting on the footsteps of the Saints.
John A,,Oct 25, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A very enjoyable day. We had a great day a day our driver Mohamed "Mo" vas very friendly and new quite a bit about the area. His English is excellent.
A beautiful tour with a great guide!
254lennartf,,Oct 22, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A very enjoyable tour in a clean and comfortable car to the bysantine churches in Madaba, the amazing views and mosaics of Mount Nebo and a visit to the Babtism Site. It was my first day in Jordan and the guide Moe helped me, not only with information about the sites we were visiting but about Jordan society and cuture in general.
Bringing Bible stories alive
Jane B,,Sep 20, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
A truly wonderful experience that makes many of the Bible stories - Moses seeing the promised land, the baptism of Jesus in the river Jordan, the beheading of John the Baptist - come to life. My guide Moe was so knowledgeable yet unobtrusive and kind. I highly recommend this very professional tour,
The trip of my life
A339QEsantiagor,,Sep 21, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Best trip in my life with mister Obeida he is the best tour guide he recommended the best places in Jordan to make my trip worth while I was here great experience thanks a lot mister Obeida
Amazing service from Faisal !!!
sarahwT7552HG,,Sep 2, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Fasial was amazing. He began communicating with us the day before the tour to ask what time we wanted to be picked up at our hotal. He was on time and very friendly. As we drove down, he explained the headlines and the history of Jordan and every site we visited. Thanks for a great day Faisal!