Madaba, Mount Nebo & Baptism Site Private Religious Tour

Three of Jordan's holiest places in one guided day: a mosaic map, a mountain overlook, and a baptism site

A private guided tour visiting three of Jordan's most significant religious sites: the Madaba Mosaic Map at the Church of Saint George, Mount Nebo overlooking the Dead Sea where Moses is believed to have seen the Promised Land, and Bethany on the River Jordan where Jesus was baptized. The tour includes private transportation, an English-speaking guide at the baptism site, and bottled water throughout the day.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Mount Nebo1h
2. Yardenit2h

Visit Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Baptism Site

• See Madaba Mosaic Map
• Tour Mount Nebo summit
• Visit Baptism site at River Jordan

The experience

You're picked up in an air-conditioned vehicle and driven to Madaba to see the Madaba Mosaic Map, a sixth-century floor mosaic in the Church of Saint George. This is the oldest surviving original map of the Holy Land, and it covers part of the church's floor with intricate detail of the region and Jerusalem. From there, the route climbs to Mount Nebo, where the summit sits 700 meters above the Jordan Valley with views across to the Dead Sea. This is the site where Moses is believed to have been shown the Promised Land before his death, and today it's a Franciscan monastery and archaeological site with Byzantine mosaics and architectural remains that draw visitors from around the world.

The final stop is Bethany on the eastern bank of the River Jordan, nine kilometers north of the Dead Sea. This is where Jesus is believed to have been baptized by John the Baptist. The site contains Roman and Byzantine remains: churches, chapels, a monastery, caves used by hermits, and pools where baptisms were celebrated. An English-speaking guide meets you here to explain the archaeological and religious significance of the location. The whole day runs between four and seven hours depending on how long you spend at each site.

You can book this tour with or without the Bethany baptism site. If you choose the Madaba and Mount Nebo option alone, you skip the River Jordan stop. Private transportation and bottled water are included throughout. Specialized infant seats are available, and all areas and surfaces at the sites are wheelchair accessible.

What’s included

• Private transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.
• bottled water throughout the day.
• an English-speaking guide at the Bethany baptism site.
• specialized infant seats if needed.
• wheelchair-accessible routes at all three locations.

Options for this experience

2 options

Mount Nebo, MadabaGuide in 5 languages · 13 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 14:005-star VIP service. Duration: 4 hours. Bottled water is provided for each guest. Private transport in a modern, air-conditioned full-size limousine or minivan. Pickup is included.

Madaba - Mount Nebo - BaptismGuide in 5 languages · 11 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 13:005-star VIP service. Duration: 6 hours. Bottled water is provided for each guest. Private transport in a modern, air-conditioned full-size limousine or minivan. Pickup is included.

You pick the guide language when booking.

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

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day13 departure times: the first at 08:00, the last at 14:00

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AgesAdult (10 and older) · Child (6 to 9 years) · Infant (under 6): free

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German and Italian

Meeting point and pickupHotel pickup included.You can choose from 13 pickup points.

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

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Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyInfant seats available

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Is this one for you?Choose the three-site option if you want to see the baptism location and spend time at the River Jordan. Pick Madaba and Mount Nebo alone if you're short on time or want to focus on the map and the mountain overlook. The tour duration varies between four and seven hours depending on how long you linger at each stop, so pick the option that fits your schedule and interests.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German and Italian.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 9 years); Infant (under 6): free.

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

The Madaba Mosaic Map is a sixth-century floor mosaic in the Church of Saint George in Madaba that depicts part of the Middle East with the oldest surviving original cartographic representation of the Holy Land and Jerusalem. It's one of the most significant historical and religious artifacts in Jordan.

What can you see from the top of Mount Nebo?

From the summit of Mount Nebo, 700 meters above the Jordan Valley, you overlook the northeastern part of the Dead Sea. This is the location where Moses is believed to have been shown the Promised Land before his death.

What remains are visible at the Bethany baptism site?

Bethany contains Roman and Byzantine remains including churches, chapels, a monastery, caves that hermits used for retreat, and baptismal pools. These structures testify to the site's long history as a place of Christian pilgrimage and religious practice.

Do I need to book the baptism site, or can I visit just Madaba and Mount Nebo?

You can choose either option at checkout: the full three-site tour including Bethany on the River Jordan, or Madaba and Mount Nebo alone. Both are private tours with the same transportation and water included.

Is there a guide with me the whole day?

An English-speaking guide joins you at the Bethany baptism site to explain the archaeological and religious context. Private transportation and the visits to Madaba and Mount Nebo are guided by your driver.