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Bethany Baptism Jordan River from Dead Sea Optional Iraq Al Amir

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Stand beside the Jordan River where Jesus was baptized on this private 4-hour trip from Dead Sea. Travel to Bethany Beyond the Jordan River Baptism Site, also known as “Al-Maghtas”, tour the riverbanks and ruins of ancient churches, wells, and baptismal pools. Entrance fees, Local Guide, and round-trip private transport with a well-informed English-Speaking Driver included. If you wish to upgrade to add a visit to the nearby Iraq Al Amir caves and pre-Roman Qasr al-Abad palace. Return to your hotel included.
  • Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of participants
  • On board WI-FI
  • Hotel pick up and drop off
  • Local English-Speaking Guide at Bethany Jordan River (collective)
  • English-Speaking Driver
  • Entrance fees Iraq Al Amir; if option selected
  • Entrance Fees to Bethany (Baptism Site at Jordan River)
  • 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, Local Guide) – Recommended
  • Personal Expenses
  • Anything else not mentioned
Departure Point

Traveler pickup is offered

Departure Point: Hotel in the Dead Sea area
Dates: Daily
Return point: Returns to original departure point

  • Swemeh, Swemeh, Jordan
    Meet your driver at your Dead Sea hotel, and travel by private, leisure air-conditioned vehicle to the River Jordan with your own private English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide. On route, soak in views of Jordan’s barren landscapes, and pull up at Bethany Beyond the Jordan River, known as “Al-Maghtas” in Arabic. The site on the eastern bank of the river where it’s believed Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist.
    60 minutes
  • The Baptism Site Of Jesus Christ, Juwafat al-Kafrayn, Jordan
    Meet up with a local guide, and take a tour of the riverbanks and key excavated ruins, learning how the site was sanctified as the place of Jesus’ baptism by the Vatican and a visit by Pope John Paul II in 2000. Drink in the powerful sense 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. Afterward, reconvene with your driver and return to Amman, where your tour ends with a hotel drop-off. Please note: the Bethany in this trip should not be confused with Bethany in Jerusalem, where it's believed that Mary Magdalene lived and Lazarus rose from the dead.
    60 minutes
  • Iraq Al Amir, Amman, Jordan
    Upgrade Iraq Al Amir Visit: Alternatively, if you’ve chosen to upgrade, travel to Iraq Al Amir, home to numerous cliff-side caves dating to the Copper Age. Drive through olive groves and pine trees, and after viewing the caves, continue to nearby Qasr al-Abad, a restored pre-Roman building dating from the 2nd or 3rd century B.C. Admire the exterior, pillars, and animal carvings as you walk around the age-old edifice, thought to have been a villa or minor palace. Then, rejoin your driver and conclude your tour with an Dead Sea hotel drop-off.
    60 minutes
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • 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.
  • Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us
  • Most local tourist restaurants in Jordan do not serve alcohol, if you do not want a dry restaurant that does not serve alcohol, please contact us.
  • Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes.
  • Indicate special dietary requirements at the time of booking.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure 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.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
brendas127
05 Apr 2023
We visited both the northern and southern baptismal sites that Israel has. The southern site near Bethany is also well catered for with facilities towels and changing areas which are clean : unlike the water of the Jordan which seems to be even more foul as it travels. I didn't even want to stick my foot in it is looked so dirty.
martial51
21 Dec 2022
un endroit qui est sacré mais hautement militarisé avec la frontière israelienne toute proche. Les eaux du Jourdain sont marrons et n'engagent pas à la baignade. La petite église est superbe et les visites sont en anglais. Bonne chance pour ceux qui ne comprennent pas grand chose
marcoabertoli
27 Nov 2022
a sensaçao de visitar o local onde Jesus foi batizado é realmente emocionante - tudo muito bem organizado , limpo e tudo bem conservado , recomendo fazer a visita com guia para ficar sabendo de todos os detalhes
This tour in Sweimah is organized by Zaid Tours and Travel

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