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Day Tour to The Dead Sea & Baptism Site
Amman, Jordan
From $79.00
Price varies by group size
Select Date and Travelers
up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
- 5 to 8 hours
- Pickup offered
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Visit the baptism site of Jesus and Dead Sea on a private, 8-hour tour from Amman. Travel to the River Jordan where it’s believed John the Baptist lived and baptised Jesus, and take a group tour to the revered spot, called Bethany Beyond The Jordan or in Arabic, as El-Maghtas. Then, visit the Dead Sea, at the Earth’s lowest point, to float in the salt-rich waters. Private transport plus hotel pickup and drop-off included.
- Private full-day tour of Dead Sea and Jordan River baptismal site from Amman
- Visit the UNESCO-protected site of Jesus’ baptism by John the Baptist
- See the baptism pools and discover the area’s religious importance on a shared tour
- Float in the salty waters of the Dead Sea, the Earth's lowest point
- Includes private, round-trip transport and hotel pickup and drop-off
- Admission fees at own expense
- Price is per vehicle, with a maximum of seven passengers
What's Included
- Bottled water
- English speaking driver.
- Transportation (hotel pickup and Drop-off, air-conditioned vehicle, on-board WiFi, Fuel Surcharge)
- Gratuities, Personal Expenses
- Local guide at site
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup points
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Pickup details
Pickup from Amman area Your driver will pick you up from any area in Amman. The driver will be waiting at your hotel lobby holding a signboard with your name on it. To confirm your pickup Please contact your supplier one day before your tour to confirm the pickup location and timing. This will help to ensure that your pickup is smooth and efficient and that you arrive at your destination safely. Safety Tips * Be sure to provide your supplier with your full name and contact information. * Let your supplier know the exact address of your hotel or other pickup location. * Provide your supplier with the date and time of your pickup. * Contact us on WhatsApp 24/7
What To Expect
Depart your Amman hotel by private, air-conditioned vehicle, and travel south to the Jordan River valley, home to the spot where it’s believed that John the Baptist baptised Jesus Christ.
After the 34-mile (55-kilometer) journey, arrive at the revered site on the river's eastern banks, known as Bethany Beyond The Jordan, or in Arabic as El-Maghtas. The location was authenticated by the Vatican as the official site of Jesus’ anointment during a visit by Pope John Paul in 2000, and is also held holy by the Islamic and Jewish faiths as the place where the Prophet Elijah ascended to heaven.
Purchase an admission ticket (own expense), and choose to take a shuttle bus or walk to the baptism pool, learning about its history, and how John the Baptist lived here while performing his baptisms.
Next, re-join your driver and continue to the Dead Sea, the vast salt lake at 1,312 feet (400 meters) below sea level, the lowest point on Earth. The lake is known for its concentration of salt and minerals, which lend its waters therapeutic properties and enable swimmers to float on the surface.
Take in the spectacular views of the calm, shining lake, and then head inside a resort hotel on its shores (own expense). Here, enjoy free time to relax on the mineral beach, bask in the beautiful setting, and wade into the waters to experience the unique floating sensation. Be sure to strike the classic pose of lying back and floating as you read a magazine or book!
Later, at a time prearranged with your driver, hop back into your vehicle and ride back to Amman, where your trip ends with a drop-off at the original start point.
After the 34-mile (55-kilometer) journey, arrive at the revered site on the river's eastern banks, known as Bethany Beyond The Jordan, or in Arabic as El-Maghtas. The location was authenticated by the Vatican as the official site of Jesus’ anointment during a visit by Pope John Paul in 2000, and is also held holy by the Islamic and Jewish faiths as the place where the Prophet Elijah ascended to heaven.
Purchase an admission ticket (own expense), and choose to take a shuttle bus or walk to the baptism pool, learning about its history, and how John the Baptist lived here while performing his baptisms.
Next, re-join your driver and continue to the Dead Sea, the vast salt lake at 1,312 feet (400 meters) below sea level, the lowest point on Earth. The lake is known for its concentration of salt and minerals, which lend its waters therapeutic properties and enable swimmers to float on the surface.
Take in the spectacular views of the calm, shining lake, and then head inside a resort hotel on its shores (own expense). Here, enjoy free time to relax on the mineral beach, bask in the beautiful setting, and wade into the waters to experience the unique floating sensation. Be sure to strike the classic pose of lying back and floating as you read a magazine or book!
Later, at a time prearranged with your driver, hop back into your vehicle and ride back to Amman, where your trip ends with a drop-off at the original start point.
The Baptism Site Of Jesus Christ
2 hours • Admission Ticket Not Included
Dead Sea Region
5 hours • Admission Ticket Free
Dead Sea Region
55 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
Operated by R&H VIP Transportation Services
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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4.5
35 reviews
Ikechukwu_N, Jan 2024
My tour was amazing.The driver Mr Adnan Hamdan was very professional he picked me up at my hotel reception center at exactly 9am.He walked into the hotel and walked directly to me and asked if i was his client ,however he previoysly connected with me a day before the tour.He stoped on the to the dead sea and checked the temperture on the billboard along the way.He offered me bottle water and coffee out of his pocket.On getting to the Baptismal site ,he made sure i entered the tour luxury car first to have a grasps of the entire event from the tour director / coordinator.Infact Mr Adnan Hamdan made me felt i was in my home country.At the end of the tour he took me safely back to my hotel and we exchanged pleasantries.Overal my tour was diligently toured and handle by a professional in the person of Mr Adnan Hamdan.
Response from Host, Feb 2024
Thanks for your support.........
and we are looking forward to serving you again
ERICK_C, Aug 2023
The driver was so nice and extremly kind. He drove in a safe way all the time. The place was beautiful
Jacqueline_P, Feb 2022
I had a great tour with Mohammad and he was kind to explain about the local culture and food. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone. He even went above and beyond and helped me find the ATM that worked for my card nearby. The Dead Sea and Baptism site was awesome.
Nawal_L, Jul 2018
$60 a head for a round-trip of 45 mins to the Dead Sea??
Our driver never took us to the Baptism Site but to Mount Nebo instead. He also made us stop in a Mosaic selling place where we were
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