10 Archaeology Tours in Dead Sea Region That You Shouldn't Miss

Stand beside the Jordan River where Jesus was baptized on this private 8-hour trip from Dead Sea. Travel to the Bethany Beyond the Jordan Baptism Site, also known as “El-Maghtas”, and tour the riverbanks and ruins of ancient churches, wells, and baptismal pools. Proceed to Madaba’s mosaic city to visit Saint George’s Church, home to beautiful Byzantine mosaic map depicting the Holy Land and Jordan; besides other mosaics at Madaba’s Archeological Park, as well as visit Saint John Church with its Bell Tower. Continue to Mount Nebo to enjoy panoramic views over the Jordan Valley to Jericho and Jerusalem. Explore the ruins of a Byzantine church that once stood on the hilltop, and gain insight into biblical legend for which this ancient corner of the world is famous.

Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off , English-Speaking Driver, Entrance fees to Bethany, Madaba St George Church, Archaeological Museum, St John Church, and Nebo , Local English-Speaking Guide at Bethany, and Madaba Saint George Church, On board WI-FI

Exclusions: 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) – Recommended, Personal Expenses, Anything else not mentioned

Explore Madaba, Mount Nebo, and Amman all in one fascinating private trip. With a knowledgeable private driver, travel by air-conditioned vehicle to Madaba to see the Madaba Mosaic Map, a 6th-century church floor mosaic depicting the Holy Land, and other regions in rich detail found in Saint George Orthodox Church; besides other mosaics at Madaba’s Archeological Park, as well as visit Saint John Church with its Bell Tower. Then, admire the sweeping views and beautiful church mosaics of Mount Nebo, where Moses is believed to have been shown the Holy Land as his last stop. Finish with a tour of top Amman attractions including the Citadel, and the stunning Roman Amphitheater, built in the 2nd century A.D.; as well as ancient Jabal Al – Webdeih and Jabal Amman Quarters. Finish with the visit of modern city of Amman.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop -off, Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according number of participants , English-Speaking Driver , Entrance Fees to Madaba Saint George Church, Archaeological Museum, Saint John Church, Entrance Fees to Amman Citadel, and the Roman Theater, Local English-Speaking Guide: Madaba, and Amman Citadel , On board WI-FI

Exclusions: 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) – Recommended, Personal Expenses, Anything else not mentioned

This tour takes you around the most highlighted attractions in Jordan. It suits the travelers that have short visit to Jordan. The driver will drive you to Madaba where you find the famous mosaic 6th-century map of Palestine. Then to Mt Nebo the place where Prophet Moses is said to have gazed at the promised land before he died and alleged to be his burial place. The last for that day Dead Sea and parts of the Holy Land, your driver will then drive you to the lowest point on earth Check into one of the Day Beach Resorts and use their facilities. Free time to swim, float in the Dead Sea, mud bath and relax. Starting with a narrow gorge where you get the first close views of the colorful sandstone, ending at the beautiful Treasury. Walk along the city of Petra To Wadi Rum, to the visitor center, and from Rum village, start a jeep tour in the desert for 2 hours by/until sunset. Transfer back to your hotel at Amman.

Inclusions: Lunch, Lunch

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this trip we can say is a mix, because the trip includes four places Madaba : It’s known for its 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land in the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George. Mt.Nebo : Mount Nebo is an elevated ridge of the Abarim in Jordan, approximately 710 metres above sea level. It is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible as the place where Moses was granted a view of the Promised Land Baptism Site : Al-Maghtas, meaning "baptism" or "immersion" in Arabic, is an archaeological World Heritage site in Jordan on the east bank of the Jordan River, officially known as Baptism Site "Bethany Beyond the Jordan". The Dead Sea : The Dead Sea is a salt lake bordered by Jordan to the east and Israel and the West Bank to the west. It lies in the Jordan Rift Valley, and its main tributary is the Jordan River. Its surface and shores are 430.5 metres below sea level, Earth's lowest elevation on land. Jordan is much better with Jordan Royal Road check out the Reviews

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Private transportation, Fuel surcharge

Exclusions: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

This is a three day Small Group tour for up to 7 travelers visiting Jerash, Ajloun Castle, Petra, Wadi Rum, and the Dead Sea. One night sleep hotel in Amman  with breakfast, and one night at a Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum with breakfast and dinner plus two hours Jeep tour at Rum Valley. This tour can not be modified as it is a group tour and the whole group must stick together at the same camp in Wadi Rum.

Inclusions: English-speaking driver using Modern private vehicle with A/C, One night at Amman in 3 stars hotel and One night at a Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum, Water and 2-Hour Jeep Safari Tour at Rum Valley, Pickup and drop-off from your hotel in Amman, Separate bookings will get separate room at Amman / tent at Wadi Rum - Not shared with others

Exclusions: Local Sites tour guides, Meals and other expenses unless specified, Petra entry fees $70 , Wadi Rum $7 . Dead Sea beach $30

Enjoy a 4-day Private tour to the Baptism site at Jordan River, Dead Sea beach, Madaba city churches, Mount Nebo, Amman, Jerash, Ajloun Castle, Petra, Wadi Rum, Red Sea at Gulf of Aqaba. Spend two nights in Amman in 3* rated hotels, including breakfast. Also sleep overnight at a Bedouin camp at Wadi Rum including dinner and breakfast. Entrance fees and local guide services at each attraction are NOT included.  

Inclusions: English-speaking driver in a Modern private vehicle with A/C, Two nights in Amman city, including breakfast, One night at a Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum including dinner & breakfast., 2 Hours Jeep Tour at Rum Valley with bottled water (Bedouin cars), Hotel Pick-up and drop-off

Exclusions: Entry fees to all sites and Dead Sea beach resort. , Local tour guides on sites, Meals and other expensis. , Travelers are highly recomended to purchase Jordan Pass before arrival (Includes most of the sites)

This itinerary customized to let you walk through our list of destinations picked for you, so we can guarantee a safe, joyful, thus memorable tour in Jordan.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, WiFi on board, Private transportation, Experienced English Speaking Driver (Please note that the driver is not a guide), Map of Jordan , Jordan Visitors’ Guide brochure in English language., 01 bottle of water (50cl) each day per person.

Exclusions: Any unmentioned above , Jordan Pass , insurance of any kind, Tips for the driver, Personal Expenses, Optional activities , Entry fees to the sites.

Step back to Crusader times on a private round-trip to Karak and Shobak Castles from Amman. Travel along roads tracing the ancient Kings Highway route, and visit the 12th-century castles, built by the Crusaders to defend against Saladin’s forces. Explore the ruined halls, parapets, and tunnels, take in sweeping views from the hilltop towers. Your tour includes private transportation in leisure vehicle with English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide, hotel pick up, drop off after this long trip, and entrance fees included.

Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off, Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according number of participants , English-Speaking Driver, Entrance to Karak Castle; clients with Jordan Pass we will refund the entrance fees in destination , Entrance to Shobak Castle; clients with Jordan Pass we will refund the entrance fees in destination

Exclusions: 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) – Recommended, Personal Expenses, Local English-Speaking Guide for classic visit of Karak (if available), Anything else not mentioned

In the morning depart from your Dead Sea hotel ( Jordanian side) lobby then ride on the Desert Highway for 2.5-hours to the astonishing rock city Petra. This fascinating ancient Nabatean capital once dominated the Arabian trade routes. At the Visitor's Center buy the tickets to Petra,  and explore the mystic site. Pass the Siq, a narrow gorge where you get the first close views of the colorful sandstone, ending at the beautiful treasury. Walk along the Street of Facades to the Royal Tombs, the theater and Qasr Al Bint. Then enjoy the time on your own returning to meet your driver and return to your hotel.

Inclusions: Transportation (hotel pickup and Drop-off, air-conditioned vehicle, on-board WiFi, Fuel Surcharge) , Bottled water, English Speaking Driver

Exclusions: Meals, Gratuities, Local guide at the site, Personal Expenses, Admission Fees

Rewind to the time of ancient Rome on a private day trip to Jerash and Umm Qais Greco – Roman cities from Dead Sea. After heading north from Dead Sea in a private, leisure, air-conditioned vehicle, enjoy a guided tour of the ruins of Jerash. Gaze in awe at the well-preserved remains, including Hadrian’s Arch, the Oval Plaza, the Temples of Zeus and Artemis, as well as the Hippodrome; hear tales of the city’s golden age. Continue to the Greco-Roman site of Umm Qais to see its basilica terrace, theaters, and other relics. Visit the town’s archaeological museum before returning to Dead Sea.

Inclusions: Hotel pick up and drop off , Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according number of participants , English-Speaking Driver , Entrance Fees to mentioned sites: Jerash, Umm Qais and its museum;if option Jordan Pass not selected, Local English-Speaking guide for classic visit of Jerash , On board WI-FI

Exclusions: 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) – Recommended, Personal Expenses, Anything else not mentioned