Half-Day Majesty: Madaba Mosaics & Mount Nebo's View

Amman, Jordan

Private Half Day Tour To Madaba And Mount Nebo From Dead Sea

4 to 5 hours
Pickup offered
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English

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Overview

See two of Jordan’s historical and religious highlights on this half-day private tour from Amman or the Dead Sea. Walk on Mount Nebo, where Moses is said to have seen the Promised Land before he died, and view the ancient mosaics in the hilltop church. Then, visit Madaba to admire its 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land. Your tour includes a choice of Amman or Dead Sea departure, private transport, and admission fees.

Private half-day Mount Nebo and Madaba tour from Amman or the Dead Sea
Visit Mount Nebo, where Moses saw the Promised Land and died
Gaze at the Jordan Valley and ancient mosaics at the Memorial Church
See the 6th-century mosaic Madaba Map at St. George’s Church in Madaba
Choose an Amman or Dead sea departure
Private transport, admission fees, and hotel pickup and drop-off included
Price per vehicle, with a maximum of seven people

What's Included

Private transportation
WiFi on board
Bottled of Water Onboard
Hotel or Airport Pickup & Drop-Off

Gratuities
Local Guide at Sites
Entry Fees to Sites

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup points

Select a pickup point

Pickup details

Pickup from Amman or Amman City or Amman Airport Your driver will pick you up from any area in Amman city or Amman Airport. The driver will be waiting at your hotel lobby holding a signboard with your name on it. To confirm your pickup Please get in touch with 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

Select a Dead Sea or Amman departure on booking, and begin with a hotel pickup. As this is a private tour, your itinerary can be tailored around you, so list any special interests you have, such as art, history, and culture, when you book.

Then, gaze at Jordan’s countryside as you travel by private, air-conditioned vehicle toward Mount Nebo. Your driver will point out places of interest on route, but will not act as your guide at the sites.

Arrive at the sacred hill, where ancient tradition holds that the prophet Moses was granted a view over the Promised Land before he died. Hop out, and choose to explore independently or hire a local guide (own expense).

Admire the spectacular views over the Jordan Valley, which on a clear day, can stretch to Jericho and Jerusalem. See where Moses is said to have died and the modern sculpture representing his staff on the summit.

Go inside the Memorial Church of Moses, and stroll around the ancient relics, excavated during the 20th century. Admire the still-vivid floor mosaics that date from the 6th century, and which show animal, pastoral, and hunting scenes.

Next, reconvene with your driver and continue to Madaba, the ‘City of Mosaics.’ On arrival, visit St. George’s Church, the 19th-century basilica that houses the Madaba Map, a 6th-century floor mosaic depicting the ancient Holy Land and Jordan.

Choose to visit the church by yourself or hire a local guide (own expense), and walk around the map inside the apse. Admire the richly detailed mosaic, noting the intricate representations of Jerusalem, the Dead Sea, Jericho, and other sites connected to biblical events.

Lastly, relax on your return ride to Amman or the Dead Sea where your trip ends with a hotel drop-off.

Madaba Mosaic Map

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church

30 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Mount Nebo

1 hour • Admission Ticket Not Included

Amman

40 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

Your driver will b every informative and be able to point out and explain sites as you drive past. Many people prefer to visit the sites and follow the walking tracks on their own, although there will be local guides available for hire on arrival at Mt Nebo or Madaba. Your driver will be happy to assist you with any questions or exchange of money.
While on-site guides aren't included, hiring one at each location is always an option.
Entry Fees are not part of the tour package.
This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

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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Don’t waste your $

Dale_S, Oct 2023

There is one church with mosaics-not very interesting and loads of places that want to sell you them-kind of assembly line looking stuff. It was a boring excursion

Superb Service.

Ridzwan_I, Sep 2023

Muhammad or Mr Mint was excellent. Great service, friendly, punctual, good communicator via whatsapp, informative and respectively of our space. Highly recommended.

Good English and interesting conversation.

Fred_M, Mar 2023

Mohamed was a great driver. In spite of rain he got to the sights so we didn’t have to walk far. Interesting discussions along the way. Only thing that would have made it better would have Ben SUNSHINE!

Response from Host, May 2023

Thanks for your support......... and we are looking forward to serving you again

Madaba Review

Ioannis_K, Mar 2023

we really enjoyed this short trip to Madaba and Mount Nebo. the mosaic workshow was an excellent point of interest. Our driver Faisal was excellent

Response from Host, May 2023

Thanks for your support......... and we are looking forward to serving you again

Half day trip to essential of Madaba and Mont Nebo

caroh88, Sep 2022

Great half day trip to Madaba (St George church) to see the mosaics and to Mont Nebo. Thanks to our driver that accepts to add a stop in Madaba archeological site.

Good experience

Ilaria_T, Jul 2022

It was a very pretty experience! Our driver was polite, if you want to visit Nebo Mountain and Madaba this is a good choice.

I recommend!

Bobby_D, Jun 2021

I would recommend this tour for anyone looking for a quick trip to Mt. Nebo and Madaba. The drive is easy and I did not feel rushed.

Response from Host, Jul 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave us such a positive review. We're always looking for ways to improve, so your feedback is invaluable. We hope to see you again soon!

Short and not cheap

Artur_S, Jun 2019

Very short, we couldn't stay 2,5 or 3 hours in Madaba - only 1,5 hour. You can arrange private taxi in similar price or even cheaper, so this trip is not very competitive.

What a great way to spend a half day...

Sel_Q, Apr 2018

What a great way to spend a half day and to do so for a good price. Bader was so delightful and friendly--couldn't have asked for a better driver!

Response from Host, Jan 2023

Thanks for your support......... and we are looking forward to serving you again