Amman to Dead Sea Christian Sites Full-Day Tour: Visit Christ's baptism site

Stand where Christ was baptized, then float effortlessly in the Dead Sea's mineral waters.

A full-day tour from Amman visits three major Christian pilgrimage sites: the Madaba Map in one of the world's oldest Christian cities, Mount Nebo where Moses saw the Promised Land, and the baptism site at the Jordan River. You descend 300 meters below sea level to the Dead Sea, where the saline water's buoyancy lets you float without effort. Hotel pickup and drop-off in Amman are included. The all-inclusive option adds resort entry, lunch, and site tickets.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Madaba Map1h
2. Mount Nebo1h · entry included
3. Yardenit2h · entry included

Explore Madaba, Mount Nebo, Baptism Site, Dead Sea

• Transfer from Amman hotel
• Visit Madaba and see Christian map
• Explore Mount Nebo and panoramic views
• Visit Baptism Site at Jordan River
• Relax and float at Dead Sea
• Return transfer to Amman hotel

The experience

The tour starts with a private transfer from your Amman hotel to Madaba, an ancient Christian city where a famous mosaic map tells the story of centuries of faith. From there you climb to Mount Nebo, a revered pilgrimage site where Moses is said to have viewed the Promised Land before his death. The panoramic views from this sacred peak stretch across the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and the distant hills of Jerusalem.

Next comes the baptism site at the Jordan River, believed to be where John the Baptist baptized Jesus. The setting is tranquil, with the river and its surroundings offering a serene atmosphere for this spiritually significant location. Then you descend to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on Earth's surface, where the salt concentration is so high that your body floats naturally on the water's surface without any effort. The mineral-rich waters and therapeutic mud have been valued for their healing properties for centuries. If you choose the all-inclusive option, you get resort access and lunch. The transportation-only option lets you experience the sites and the float without those extras.

Your driver speaks English and handles all the logistics of moving between stops. The return journey to Amman is included, giving you time to take in the scenery as you head back to your hotel. The whole day runs about nine to ten hours from start to finish.

What’s included

• Private transportation from your Amman hotel.
• English-speaking driver.
• bottled water and WiFi on board.
• hotel pickup and drop-off. On the all-inclusive option: entry tickets to all sites.
• Dead Sea resort access.
• and lunch.

Options for this experience

2 options

Transportation-only tour08:00, 08:30 and 09:00Transportation only: this option covers transportation alone, with no local guide, no Dead Sea resort access and no entry tickets. Pickup is included.

All-inclusive08:00, 08:30 and 09:00All-inclusive: this option covers transportation, entry tickets, and the Dead Sea resort with lunch. It does not include a guide. Pickup is included.

You'll see the exact price of each option when you check availability.See dates and prices

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDepartures at 08:00, 08:30 and 09:00

Book up to10h before

GroupPrivate

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortInfant seats available

Operated by Jordan Landmarks Tours

Is this one for you?Choose all-inclusive if you want meals and resort access included with your guided stops at Madaba, Mount Nebo, and the baptism site. Pick transportation-only if you'd rather eat and spend resort time on your own schedule.

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Top questions

What exactly is the Madaba Map and why is it important?

The Madaba Map is an ancient mosaic located in Madaba, one of the world's oldest Christian cities, depicting Christian holy sites across the region. It is a rare surviving example of early Christian cartography and tells the story of centuries of faith through its detailed representation of biblical geography.

Can I actually float in the Dead Sea, or do I need to know how to swim?

The Dead Sea's extreme salinity, much higher than any ocean, makes floating effortless. Your body naturally stays on the surface without any swimming ability required. The buoyancy is so strong that staying submerged takes deliberate effort, making it accessible to anyone regardless of swimming experience.

What are the views like from Mount Nebo?

Mount Nebo offers panoramic vistas across the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and the distant hills of Jerusalem. The site is revered as the place where Moses is said to have seen the Promised Land, and the views connect you to that profound biblical history.

Do I need to book the all-inclusive option, or can I do the tour without resort entry and lunch?

You can choose either option at checkout: the all-inclusive version includes Dead Sea resort entry, lunch, and all site entry tickets, while the transportation-only option covers the private transfer, driver, water, and WiFi but not resort amenities or meals. Both options visit all four locations.

How long does the whole tour take from hotel pickup to drop-off?

The tour runs approximately nine to ten hours total, including all travel time between Amman and the four sites, time spent at each location, and your return transfer to your hotel.