Bethany Baptism Jordan River Site and As-Salt City Visit from Amman
- Free cancellation up to 1 day before
- Instant confirmation
- Hotel pickup
- Guided tour in English
About this experience
Private tour, exclusively for your party to ensure a personalized experience
Hassle-free pick up and drop off from your location
Flexibility to explore independently with free time
Get insights into local culture, history, and nature
Value for money service
Visit the Baptism site on the Jordan River where Jesus Christ was believed to be baptized, as well as the Harmony Trail of the city of As-Salt (UNESCO World Heritage) on this 8-hour private tour from Amman. This private tour ensures personalized attention from your dedicated guide and a flexible itinerary as you visit sites such as the Al -Khader Orthodox Church, the Great Mosque, and Al-Ein Plaza. Entrance fees and round-trip transportation from local Amman hotels is provided.
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What’s included
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according number of participants
- English-Speaking Driver
- Entrance Fees to the mentioned sites: Baptism Site at Jordan River and Al - Salt Harmony Trail
- Local English-Speaking Guide for classic visit of Bethany (collective) and As - Salt Harmony Trail (private)
- Lunch at local restaurant in Amman; if option selected
- On board WI-FI
Not included
- 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
Itinerary
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1. Bethany Baptisim Site Jordan River
Meet your driver at your Amman 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 landscapes, and pull up at Bethany Beyond the Jordan River, known as “Al-Maghtas” in Arabic for the Baptism site, the place on the eastern bank of the river where it’s believed Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist.
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2. The Baptism Site Of Jesus Christ, Site, Juwafat al-Kafrayn
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 - Judaism, Christianity, 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.
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3. Al Salt, Balqa Governorate
Depart for the city of As-Salt (UNESCO World Heritage), where your guide will lead you on a walking tour of the Harmony Trail. Visit Jordan first ancient capital’s highlights such as Abu Jaber house and As -Salt Museum. Al-Khader Orthodox Church, the Great Mosque, the English Evangelical Hospital Complex, Al-Ein Plaza, and the Dormition of the Virgin Mary Orthodox Church. Learn how the lives of local residents who follow both Christian and Muslim faiths are intertwined. Optional lunch at a local restaurant: City Balcony, Al Gherbal or Beit Aziz; or home-made visit experience for an authentic meal.
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4. Amman Governate
Your tour concludes with a hotel drop-off in Amman. Tour with Lunch: Upgrade after your city tour, savor a mouth-watering lunch at a local restaurant.
Good to know
- Duration
- 8 hours
- How you meet
- Hotel pickup
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Cancellation policy
- Free cancellation up to 1 day before
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Guide
- Guided tour in English
- Start times
- 09:00
Know before you go
- Infant seats available
- Confirmation with the booked hotel names will be received within 48 – 72 hours of booking, subject to availability.
- Child rate applies only when sharing with paying adults.
- Maximum 2 children per room.
- Once your purchase is complete, contact your local operator as per contact details provided in your voucher: (office phone number, emergency phone number – outside office hours, email address, etc.) for more information to organize pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher.
- Order of visits may change.
- Clients with mobility issues, please contact us.
- Strollers and car seats for infants, by request.
- Most local hotels in Jordan except 5 stars franchise hotels do not offer alcohol, if you do not wish to stay in a dry hotel that does not serve alcohol, please contact Zaid Tours and Travel.
- For health restriction: Indicate special dietary requirements at the time of booking.
- Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes.
- Dress code at Churches: Modest.
- Visits to churches are not allowed during prayer times.
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts.
- 1 day or more before: full refund
- 23–23 hours before: no refund
- Less than 23 hours before: full refund
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Frequently asked questions
How long does this experience last?
It lasts 8 hours.
Can I cancel this booking?
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the experience starts. 1 day or more before: full refund · 23–23 hours before: no refund · Less than 23 hours before: full refund
Is this experience guided, and in what language?
Guided tour in English
Is hotel pickup included?
Yes — hotel pickup is included.
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From AED 539 per person (5–7 travelers)Free cancellation
