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Day Tour Madaba, Mount Nebo and Baptism site From Amman
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Explore of the top sights of Jordan in one day on this private tour from Amman or airport or Dead sea. travel by private air-conditioned vehicle with an English speaking driver. View the mosaic at Madaba; stand atop Mt. Nebo; and see where Jesus was believed to have been baptized along the Jordan Rive.
Highlights
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
WiFi on board
English speaking driver
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Local Guide
Entry fees
Important Information
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Wheelchair accessible
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Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
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Public transportation options are available nearby
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Specialized infant seats are available
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Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
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Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
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Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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Day Tour Madaba, Mount Nebo and Baptism site From Amman
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Madaba
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About
Explore of the top sights of Jordan in one day on this private tour from Amman or airport or Dead sea. travel by private air-conditioned vehicle with an English speaking driver. View the mosaic at Madaba; stand atop Mt. Nebo; and see where Jesus was believed to have been baptized along the Jordan Rive.
Highlights
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
From 6 hours to 7 hours
Free Cancellation
Mobile Ticket
What's Included
Private transportation
Bottled water
WiFi on board
English speaking driver
Air-conditioned vehicle
Fuel surcharge
Local Guide
Entry fees
Itinerary
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Madaba Mosaic Map
Departure is from Amman. After pick up from your hotel, hop into a climate-controlled vehicle with a private English-speaking driver and Wi-Fi on board. Observe and gaze at Jordan’s desert landscapes as you travel south to Madaba. The driver will assist you with places of interest and particular information on the route, however, will not act as a guide. Upon arrival, discover this ancient mosaic town with a history spanning back to the 2nd century. The most well-known is the mosaic map of Jordan and the Holy Land of the 6th century in the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George; marked with points related to historical stories mentioned in the bible.
30 minutes
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St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church
Visit 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. Free time to explore a mosaic workshop, if interested.
30 minutes
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Mount Nebo
Then climb up to Mount Nebo, a sacred Mountain in Jordan, standing at approximately 817 meters above sea level. Mount Nebo is steeped in religious significance as it presents an important Judeo-Christian pilgrimage site. It is where Moses first viewed the Promised Land from the summit and where Prophet Moses is said to have died. Moreover, Egyptian monks built a small monastery on the summit in memory of Moses In the fourth century, this church was then reconstructed into a basilica. This basilica, which still stands on Mount Nebo today, boasts a collection of well-preserved Byzantine mosaics. The mosaics illustrate images of wildlife and hunting. This site is not only a point of interest for history enthusiasts, however, offers a panoramic view of the Holy Land and the Jordan River Valley from the summit.
1 hour
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The Baptism Site Of Jesus Christ
The Baptism Site of Jesus Christ; is located on the Jordan side of the Jordan River. It was known as Bethany beyond the Jordan in the Biblical time, & is considered one of the three holiest sites of Christianity; it is where Jesus Christ has been baptized by John. Therefore, marking a highly important historical and religious event. Get the chance to pray in this significant pilgrimage site where many prophets have passed The Baptism Site, known as ‘Maghtas’ in Arabic is one of the most important recent discoveries in biblical archaeology. Excavations only began there in 1996, however, have already unveiled more than 20 churches, caves, & baptismal pools dating from the Roman and Byzantine periods. Grasp a unique experience at this historical site, preserved exactly how it was over 2000 years ago, filled with much flora and fauna After indulging & experiencing these holy sights & reveling in the panoramic views, reconvene with your driver for the return, ending with a hotel drop-off.