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Madaba, Mount Nebo & Bethany Beyond the Jordan — Christian Heritage Day Tour

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From$144per person Free cancellation up to 48 hours before your tour start time.
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  • Full Day · 9 hours
  • Private or small-group tour
  • Pickup offered
  • 1–7 guests (sedan or H1 van)
  • Mobile ticket
  • English, Arabic

From $144 per person

Travelers2 guests

Adults

Age 18+

Children

Age 3–17 · 50% off

Infants

Age 0–2 · Free

Maximum 7 guests per booking — larger groups, use Group Request.

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before your tour start time.

No payment required at this stage

Overview
Difficulty

Easy to moderate — short walks on mostly even ground

Walking

2–4 km at the main site

Driving

See the day-by-day itinerary for driving distances and times.

A full-day private Christian heritage tour from Amman tracing the biblical heart of Jordan. See the 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land in St George's Church, Madaba; stand where Moses looked out over the Promised Land at Mount Nebo; and visit Bethany Beyond the Jordan (Al-Maghtas), the UNESCO baptism site on the Jordan River where Jesus is believed to have been baptised. A specialist guide connects each site to the Scriptures. Modest dress is required at the baptism site.

Highlights

  • The 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land in St George’s Church, Madaba
  • Mount Nebo — where Moses looked out over the Promised Land
  • Bethany Beyond the Jordan (Al-Maghtas), the UNESCO baptism site
  • A specialist guide who connects each site to the Scriptures
  • Private air-conditioned transport from Amman

What to expect

A compact town famous for its Byzantine mosaics, most notably the 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land on the floor of St George’s Church. Madaba is usually visited as part of a wider day — often paired with Mount Nebo and the scenic King’s Highway — and offers a calm, walkable contrast to the bigger sites. Expect short walks, a few craft workshops and views over the surrounding hills.

What’s Included

Included

  • Hotel pickup & drop-off in Amman
  • Private air-conditioned vehicle
  • English-speaking driver
  • Bottled water

Not included

  • Entrance fees not included — we recommend the Jordan Pass (jordanpass.jo)
  • Specialist guide (optional add-on)
  • Lunch
  • Gratuities

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Hotel pickup in Amman. Meet your driver at reception — your exact time is confirmed the day before.

Pickup time

Confirmed the day before — most day trips start between 07:00 and 09:00.

Drop-off

Return drop-off at your original pickup point (or another agreed location).

Special instructions

Tell us your hotel or accommodation name and address when booking. For airport or port pickup, share your arrival details.

Pickup areas

  • Amman hotels & residences
  • Queen Alia International Airport (AMM)
  • Madaba
  • Dead Sea resorts
  • Aqaba (on request)

Meals

Breakfast is included on multi-day tours. Lunches and dinners are not included unless stated in "What’s included".

Itinerary

The order is flexible, and you choose your preferred start time when booking.

  1. 08:00

    Pickup in Amman

    Drive south to Madaba.

  2. 09:00

    Madaba Map Church

    See the oldest surviving mosaic map of the Holy Land in St George’s Church.

  3. 10:30

    Mount Nebo

    Stand where Moses viewed the Promised Land and visit the memorial church.

  4. 12:00

    Lunch

    Local restaurant (not included).

  5. 13:30

    Bethany Beyond the Jordan

    Visit the UNESCO baptism site on the Jordan River.

  6. 16:30

    Return to Amman

    Drop-off at your hotel.

Additional Info

Confirmation is received at the time of booking. A current passport or photo ID is required on the day of travel. Itineraries are flexible on private tours — tell us your interests and pace and we will adjust.

Confirmation

You will receive a booking confirmation by email immediately after payment. Final meeting-point details and pickup time are confirmed the day before your tour.

Mobile ticket

Mobile ticket accepted — show your confirmation on your phone.

Accessibility & physical requirements

Accessibility

Most day-trip sites involve some walking on uneven ground and gentle inclines. Tell us about any mobility considerations when you book and we will adjust the pace and route.

Physical requirements

Light to moderate — some walking on uneven ground at sites. Suitable for most travelers in reasonable health.

Seasonal considerations

Spring and autumn offer the most comfortable conditions. Summer afternoons are hot across Jordan — start early. Winter is quiet and clear but cold in the desert and highlands.

Important notes

Jordan is a safe, welcoming destination. Dress modestly at religious and cultural sites (shoulders and knees covered). Carry cash (JOD) for small purchases and gratuities. Every tour group entering Jordan at the Arava / Wadi Araba (Eilat–Aqaba) border must be accompanied by a licensed Jordanian guide. If you are arriving at this border, we add a guiding fee of USD 175 per tour day for your whole group (not per person). Example: a 2-day tour adds USD 350.

What to bring

  • Comfortable walking shoes
  • Sun hat, sunglasses & sunscreen
  • Water bottle
  • Light layers for the season
  • Cash (JOD) for small purchases & gratuities
  • Passport or ID

Frequently asked questions

What sites does this Christian heritage tour visit?

The mosaic map of the Holy Land in St George’s Church, Madaba, Mount Nebo where Moses viewed the Promised Land, and the UNESCO baptism site at Bethany Beyond the Jordan.

Is this a private tour?

Yes, it is a private tour for 1–7 guests with a private vehicle and English-speaking driver.

Are entrance fees included?

No, entrance fees to the sites are not included. A specialist guide is available as an optional add-on.

Where does the tour start?

Pickup and drop-off are included from your hotel in Amman.

How long is the tour?

It is a full day of about nine hours.

What is the Jordan Pass, and is it required?

The Jordan Pass is an official package from the Jordanian Ministry of Tourism and Antiquities that bundles a tourist-visa fee waiver with entrance tickets to around 40 of Jordan’s leading sites. It is entirely optional — you do not need it to travel with us, and you are welcome to pay each entrance fee individually at the gate instead. You buy it online before you arrive, show it at each site entrance, and it also waives the tourist visa fee when you stay at least three nights in Jordan.

When is the Jordan Pass worthwhile, and what entrance fees does it cover?

The Pass covers entrance to Petra (one, two or three days depending on the tier), Jerash, Wadi Rum, the Dead Sea resorts, Mount Nebo, Madaba, Kerak, Ajloun, Bethany Beyond the Jordan and many more sites. For most travelers it pays for itself with a single Petra visit plus the visa waiver, so any additional site is effectively free — making it the best value if you are visiting Petra and at least one other major site, or staying two or more nights. If your tour already includes entrance fees (check “What’s included”), you may not need the Pass at all. We are happy to recommend the right tier for your itinerary — just ask.

Cancellation Policy

Free cancellation is available up to 48 hours before your tour start time. Cancellations made less than 48 hours before the tour, or no-shows, are non-refundable. Exceptions apply only where agreed in writing by email from Jordan by Locals. Refunds (where applicable) are returned to your original payment method.

If you paid a 25% deposit, it is non-refundable within 48 hours of the tour. Exceptions apply only where agreed in writing by email from Jordan by Locals.

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