Half-day tour of Bethany and the Jordan River from Dead Sea and Amman

Free cancellation

Place: Dead Sea

Duration: from 3 hours to 4 hours 30 minutes

Language: English, Arabic

Mobile voucher accepted

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Fast track

Entrance Fees Included

Exclusive Venue

Guided Tour

Local touch

Private Tour

Hotel pick up

Transport included

Do this because

Explore the location where Jesus of Nazareth was baptized by John the Baptist
Live and breathe the holy land historical sites
Hear more about how this location is held holy in all three major religions

What to expect

Start your tour from the Dead Sea and take a ride in a private, leisure air-conditioned vehicle to the River Jordan. On route, soak in views of Jordan’s barren landscapes, and pull up at Bethany Beyond the Jordan River, known as El-Maghtas in Arabic, the site on the eastern bank of the river where it’s believed Jesus was baptized by Saint John the Baptist.

Here you will meet your local expert guide, who will accompany you to the riverbanks and key excavated ruins, learning how the site was sanctified as the place of Jesus’ baptism by the Vatican. Sense the powerful atmosphere of spirituality, and see the remnants of Roman and Byzantine churches, caves, wells, and baptismal pools. As you walk, listen as your guide explains why archaeologists believe that it was here that John the Baptist lived, preached, and performed baptisms.

Hear more about this famous Christian pilgrimage spot and how it is held holy in all three major religions — Christianity, Judaism, and Islam for being the believed site of the Prophet Elijah’s ascension to heaven.

Please indicate your preferred pick up location around the Dead Sea at check-out. Make sure to be ready at least 15 minutes in advance
Please wear weather appropriate, comfortable clothing and shoes
It is recommended to bring a hat, plenty of water and sunscreen (especially during summer months)