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Amman and Baptism Private Guided Tour

About this experience

Start your journey at the Amman Citadel, one of the oldest continuously inhabited sites in the world. Explore impressive ruins from Roman, Byzantine, and Umayyad periods while enjoying panoramic views over the city.

Continue to the nearby Roman Theater, a well-preserved 2nd-century amphitheater carved into the hillside, once hosting thousands of spectators and still used for events today.

Next, visit the King Abdullah I Mosque, known for its striking blue dome and peaceful atmosphere. Visitors are welcome with modest dress.

Then head to the Bethany Beyond the Jordan (Baptism Site), one of Christianity’s most significant pilgrimage sites, believed to be where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist. Walk along the Jordan River and experience the serene, spiritual setting.

At a glance

  • Duration: 3 hr–7 hr
  • Private experience

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Amman Tour only
Duration: 3 hours
Full size Limo car or Minivan: Private transportation in a modern air-conditioned full size limo car or minivan based on the number of travelers
Pickup included
Amman and Baptism Private Guided Tour
Duration: 7 hours
Full size Limo car or Minivan: Private transportation in a modern air-conditioned full size limo car or minivan based on the number of travelers
Pickup included
Baptism only
Duration: 4 hours
Full size Limo Car or Minivan: Private transportation in a modern air-conditioned full size limo car or minivan based on the number of travelers
Pickup included

Plan your experience

Time on the tour3 hr–7 hr
Getting therePickup offeredSee pickup details
Guide languagesGerman (live guide), ru (live guide), Korean (live guide), Portuguese (live guide), cmn (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide), Arabic (live guide), zh-TW (live guide), uk (live guide), Japanese (live guide), zh-CN (live guide), pl (live guide), Dutch (live guide)
Tour arrangementPrivate experience

Set aside 3 hr–7 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Compare the available options before choosing: their itinerary, inclusions and pickup arrangements can differ. Check the price for your date and whole group.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

What is included

  • Private transportation
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Local English Guide at Baptism site only

Not included

  • Tip for driver

Itinerary and highlights

The blue-domed King Abdullah I Mosque, built in the 1980s by the late King Hussein as a memorial to his grandfather, is open to Non-Muslim visitors.
The nave with an area of 1,615 m2 has the capacity to house 3,000 worshippers. It is octogonal and distiguished for not having pillars inside. Its dome of 35 m in diameter has a height of 31 meters. A source of radiation was placed in the middle taking the form of a golden star culminating in the Ninety Nine Most Beautiful Names of Allah surrounding the dome's neck. The suspended chandelier of 168 lanterns consists of three circles with the Holy Quranic Verse with the word Allah recurring on every lantern.
The fertile land is expressed in the form of a red carpet made of an ornamental textile of recurring patterns meant to direct worshippers toward the Kiblah. All the walls, including the Kiblah, the pulpit, and the Mihrab are panelled with wooden and marble oriels.

Jabal al-Qala is one of the seven mountains of Amman, which the Ammonians have long taken as the seat of their rule in the city, followed by Greece, romans and Byzantines who occupied the city respectively until it was occupied by the Islamic conquest in the 7th century AD, where the Umayyad Palace was built on its top. Mount Qalaa in Amman emerged as the capital of the Ammonians.

The Roman Amphitheatre is a Roman theater located in the eastern part of the Jordanian capital Amman, precisely at the foot of Mount Jufa on one of the hills opposite Amman Castle. Greek writing on one of the pillars indicates that this amphitheater was built in honor of Emperor Antonius Pius, who visited Amman in 130 AD.

Visit the old city center & AL-Husseini Mosque

Situated on the eastern bank of the River Jordan, nine kilometres north of the Dead Sea, the archaeological site consists of two distinct areas: Tell Al-Kharrar, also known as Jabal Mar-Elias (Elijah’s Hill) and the area of the churches of Saint John the Baptist near the river. Situated in a pristine natural environment the site is believed to be the location where Jesus of Nazareth was baptized by John the Baptist. It features Roman and Byzantine remains including churches and chapels, a monastery, caves that have been used by hermits and pools in which baptisms were celebrated, testifying to the religious character of the place. The site is a Christian place of pilgrimage.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Our driver will meet you at your pick-up location and you can contact our team by WhatsApp for more information

Languages and tickets

  • German — Guide
  • ru — Guide
  • Korean — Guide
  • Portuguese — Guide
  • cmn — Guide
  • English — Guide
  • Italian — Guide
  • French — Guide
  • Spanish — Guide
  • Arabic — Guide
  • zh-TW — Guide
  • uk — Guide
  • Japanese — Guide
  • zh-CN — Guide
  • pl — Guide
  • Dutch — Guide
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Tour Experts

Accessibility and practical details

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 3 hr–7 hr. Check your chosen tour option for its specific itinerary.
What are the pickup arrangements?
Our driver will meet you at your pick-up location and you can contact our team by
WhatsApp for more information
Which guide languages are listed?
German (live guide), ru (live guide), Korean (live guide), Portuguese (live guide), cmn (live guide), English (live guide), Italian (live guide), French (live guide), Spanish (live guide), Arabic (live guide), zh-TW (live guide), uk (live guide), Japanese (live guide), zh-CN (live guide), pl (live guide), Dutch (live guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 5–8; Adult tickets: age 9+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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