Bethany Baptism Site Tour from Amman

This comprehensive tour of the baptismal site of Bethany from Amman will take you through Jordan's arid landscapes and some historical landmarks. Please note that the Bethany on this tour is not to be confused with Bethany in Jerusalem, where Mary Magdalene is believed to have lived and Lazarus rose from the dead.

The tour lasts half a day, enough time to follow a full itinerary through El-Maghtas, the site on the east bank of the river where Jesus is believed to have been baptised by John the Baptist. An expert local guide will accompany you throughout the tour and offer interesting commentary at each point along the way.

This is a private tour, ideal for groups of friends or families. The fact that it is private gives you more flexibility to customise the tour according to your interests. Make the most of the guide's undivided attention to ensure you don't leave any questions unanswered.

You'll tour the riverbanks and excavated ruins, where you'll learn how the site was sanctified by the Vatican as the site of Jesus' baptism. You'll see remains of Roman and Byzantine churches that attest to the history, as well as caves, wells and baptismal pools.

This famous Christian pilgrimage site is also considered holy in the other major religions, Judaism and Islam. It is believed to be the site where the prophet Elijah ascended to heaven.

In addition, you can add the Al Amir Caves in Iraq or the pre-Roman Qasr al-Abad Palace to your visits to enhance your experience. The Al Amir caves are located in the cliffs and date back to the Copper Age. Qasr al-Abad is a restored pre-Roman palace dating from the 2nd or 3rd century BC.

You can also add the option of lunch, which you will enjoy after the tour is over. For your convenience, the tour includes hotel pick-up and drop-off, as well as transportation in an air-conditioned vehicle.