Madaba and Mount Nebo Half Day Tour from Amman
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- 6 ore
- Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 h prima
- Guida in inglese
- Biglietto mobile
In evidenza
Explore ancient ruins and top regional attractions in central Jordan with ease on this small group half-day tour to Madaba and Mount Nebo from Amman. Visit Saint George’s Church in Madaba, home to beautiful Byzantine mosaics depicting the Holy Land and Jordan, besides other mosaics at Madaba’s Archeological Park; as well as visit Saint John Church. Enjoy panoramic views over the Jordan Valley to Jericho and Jerusalem from Mount Nebo. Explore the ruins of a Byzantine Franciscan Church that once stood on the hilltop, and gain insight into biblical legend for which this ancient corner of the world is famous.
Incluso
Cosa è incluso
- English-Speaking Driver
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Seat in Coach transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of participants
- On board WI-FI
- Entrance Fees to Saint George Church and Saint John Church
- Entrance Fees to Mount Nebo Memorial Church
- Local English-Speaking Guide at Madaba Saint George Church
- Entrance Fees to Madaba Archaeological Park
Cosa non è incluso
- All type of meals, unless option with lunch selected (Vegetarian meal by request)
- All type of beverages
- All type of gratuities (Tips to the Driver and Local Guide) – Recommended
- Personal Expenses
- Any other service not mentioned
Itinerario
Start your tour with a pick up from your centrally located Amman Hotel. Relax into your air-conditioned vehicle with your knowledgeable English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide, and travel south to Madaba, known for its exquisite Byzantine mosaics.
Arrive in Madaba and head inside Saint George’s Church with a local guide. This 19th-century Greek Orthodox basilica is home to the famous Madaba Mosaic Map, a 6th-century A.D. floor mosaic that depicts the ancient Holy Land and Jordan. Gaze at this masterpiece and its richly detailed renderings of Jerusalem, Jericho, the Dead Sea as well as other biblical sites as your guide explains how it was unearthed in 1897.
Proceed to the open-air museum known as the Archaeological Park, which houses a collection of ruins and mosaics like the Church of Virgin Mary, and other floor house mosaics.
Visit the historic Catholic Church of Saint John the Baptist, with its beautiful Bell Tower for a breath-taking view of Madaba. Visit its underground museum memorial of Saint John the Baptist. Having admired the mosaics and exploring this unique city side allies and markets,
Drive to Mount Nebo, the hill where, according to the bible, was Moses last stop granting a view of the Holy Land. Take in the stunning views from the summit that extend over the Jordan Valley, and on a clear day, can stretch as far as Jericho and Jerusalem. Meet up with a local guide and go inside the excavated remains of the Byzantine church that once graced the hilltop. Here, archaeologists have uncovered a series of floor mosaics dating from between the 4th and 6th century A.D. Marvel at these intricate artworks with their still-vivid illustrations of peacocks, soldiers, horses, and hunters.
After your visit of this marvelous Franciscan Monastery of Mount Nebo, you may visit Mount Nebo La Storia Museum (entrance at your own expense). You will take an exciting journey through history to experience Jordan’s religious, historical, and cultural heritage. Visit the museum with largest mosaic portrait. Free time to explore a mosaic handicraft center, if you wish. Return to your vehicle and make the drive back to Amman. Your tour ends with a drop-off at your Amman hotel. Remaining time will be allotted to travel time.
Cancellazione
Cancellazione gratuita fino a 24 ore prima dell’inizio, con rimborso totale.
Da sapere prima di partire
- Prelievo
- Il prelievo è incluso per tutti.
- Tipo di biglietto
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Dimensione del gruppo
- Fino a 9 viaggiatori
- Gestito da
- Zaid Tours and Travel
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Confirmation will be received at the time of booking.
- Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request.
- Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher.
- Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request.
- Clients with mobility issues, please contact us.
How it compares in Amman
- Its from-price is 36% below the median of the 260 gite di un giorno we list in Amman.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Amman
Amman, capitale giordana su una serie di colline, con rovine romane, suq affollati e un caloroso benvenuto a inizio viaggio.
La Cittadella di Amman corona il Jabal al-Qal'a con il Tempio di Ercole, il Palazzo Omayyade e ampie viste sulla città. Più in basso, il Teatro Romano, scavato nel fianco della collina, ospita migliaia di persone, e i suq del centro attorno alla Grande Moschea Husseini vendono spezie, oro e dolci, con il profumo di caffè e cardamomo nell'aria.
Top-ranked sights in Amman: Petra, Jerash (Gerasa), Ajloun Castle.
Offerte speciali a Amman
I prezzi barrati arrivano dall’operatore, mai da noi.
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