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Amman: The Modern Capital with Ancient Roots
The modern capital of Jordan, Amman is a vibrant, hilly city that blends ancient history with contemporary life. It’s known for its Roman ruins like the Citadel and Theatre, bustling downtown markets, and trendy cafes. Amman offers a taste of modern Jordanian culture.
Madaba – The City of Mosaics:
Known as the “City of Mosaics,” Madaba is a cultural and religious treasure located just 30 km southwest of Amman. Renowned for its extraordinary Byzantine and Umayyad mosaic art, the city has been a center of Christian pilgrimage since the 4th century and was named Arab Tourism Capital for the year 2022.
Mount Nebo :
According to tradition, this is the mountain from where Moses viewed the Promised Land. A key pilgrimage site, it offers panoramic vistas across the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea. A modern memorial church protects magnificent Byzantine mosaic floors, making it a place of deep historical and spiritual reflection.
In Summary of Your Day:
Your private guided journey begins in Amman, where your guide leads you to the beautifully restored 2nd-century Roman Theatre—a 6,000-seat amphitheater carved into the hillside—with access to three fascinating museums showcasing traditional Jordanian life, costumes, and jewelry. From there, ascend to the Citadel, Amman’s historical heart occupied for over 7,000 years, to explore the Temple of Hercules, the Umayyad Palace, and the Jordan Archaeological Museum while taking in breathtaking panoramic views of the capital below. Continuing south to the “City of Mosaics,” your guide leads you through Madaba’s Byzantine treasures, beginning with the world-famous 6th-century Madaba Map at St. George’s Church—the oldest preserved cartographic depiction of the Holy Land. Explore the nearby Archaeological Park, where stunning mosaic floors reflect the city’s vibrant Christian heritage, then stroll along Al-Hussein bin Ali Street, lined with shops selling traditional mosaic art and handicrafts, before concluding your Madaba visit at the Archaeological Museum, home to artifacts spanning over 10,000 years of history. Ascending to the sacred heights of Mount Nebo, you stand where Moses viewed the Promised Land, taking in panoramic vistas of the Jordan Valley and Dead Sea while exploring the Memorial Church’s exquisite 6th-century mosaics and the iconic Bronze Serpent Sculpture. After a day of history and culture, you return to Amman in the late afternoon, carrying memories of Jordan’s ancient heritage.
Morning – Amman Tour:
After breakfast at your hotel, meet your private guide and driver. They will escort you for the entire duration of the tour, from hotel pick-up to final hotel drop-off.
Begin your exploration of the capital, Amman.
The Roman Theater Complex:
We start in downtown Amman to visit the beautifully restored 2nd-century Roman Theatre, a 6,000-seat amphitheater carved into the hillside, showcasing the city's deep historical layers. Your ticket grants access to three fascinating museums within the complex:
Amman Citadel (Jabal al-Qal'a):
From the Roman Theater, we ascend to the highest of the city's seven hills—Amman's historical heart, occupied for over 7,000 years. Here, your guide will lead you through this ancient site containing ruins from the Roman, Byzantine, and Umayyad periods, including:
Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of downtown Amman from this vantage point.
Late Morning – Depart for Madaba:
Concluding our Amman tour, we drive southwest on the historic King's Highway to the city of Madaba, known as the "City of Mosaics" for its rich collection of Byzantine and Umayyad mosaic art. The drive takes approximately 35 km (45 minutes).
Upon arrival at the Madaba Visitors Center, your guide will lead you through the city's most significant sites.
St. George's Church (Church of the Map):
From the Visitors Center, we proceed to St. George's Church, located approximately 240 meters northwest. This Greek Orthodox church was built in 1896 over a 6th-century Byzantine original. Inside, you will find the world-famous Madaba Mosaic Map—the oldest preserved geographic floor mosaic in art history, dating back to approximately 560 AD. Your guide will explain the significance of this extraordinary masterpiece, which depicts over 150 biblical sites with Jerusalem at its center, and how its discovery in 1884 reshaped the understanding of the region's geography.
Madaba Archaeological Park:
After visiting St. George's Church, we continue to the Madaba Archaeological Park, located just a few meters from the Visitors Center. Established in 1995 to preserve and make accessible the archaeological remains from Roman times and several valuable Byzantine mosaic floors, this park is a highlight of the city. Your guide will escort you through the remains of several Byzantine churches showcasing stunning mosaic floors—each revealing intricate artwork that reflects the city's vibrant Christian heritage—while providing historical context and pointing out the artistic details that make these mosaics world-renowned.
Al-Hussein bin Ali Street (Tourist Street):
Following our exploration of the archaeological park, your guide will take you to Al-Hussein bin Ali Street, known locally as "Tourist Street." This vibrant thoroughfare is lined with shops selling handicrafts, souvenirs, icons, and products specific to Madaba's renowned mosaic art. It is the perfect place to browse local industries and perhaps purchase a unique mosaic piece to remember your visit.
Madaba Archaeological Museum (Muzeum Archeologiczne):
We conclude our Madaba exploration at the Madaba Archaeological Museum, located within the Archaeological Park complex. The museum is housed in a traditional late 19th-century building and showcases artifacts spanning Madaba's long history, including pottery, glassware, coins, and jewelry from Roman, Byzantine, Umayyad, Abbasid, Mamluk, and Late Ottoman periods. The museum is included with the Archaeological Park entrance ticket.
Lunch Break:
Time will be allocated for an optional lunch at a local restaurant in Madaba (optional and not included in the tour price). Your guide can assist with recommendations.
Afternoon – Mount Nebo: The Memorial of Moses:
After lunch, we depart Madaba for Mount Nebo (approx. 10 km, 15 minutes), one of Jordan's most revered religious sites.
Upon arrival, your guide will lead you through this sacred mountain, believed to be where Prophet Moses stood to view the Promised Land before his death. From the summit (elevation 870 meters), you will gaze across the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and—on exceptionally clear days—the distant hills of Jerusalem and Bethlehem. Your guide will share the biblical narrative and historical significance of this site, which has been a pilgrimage destination for centuries.
Explore the Memorial Church of Moses, originally constructed in the 4th century and rebuilt in the 20th century to preserve its Byzantine heritage. Inside, your guide will point out the remarkably preserved 6th-century mosaic floors, depicting hunting scenes, pastoral life, and exotic animals—among the finest examples of early Christian mosaic art in the region.
Outside, you will see the iconic Bronze Serpent Sculpture (created by Italian artist Giovanni Fantoni in 1984), which symbolizes the biblical story of Moses and the serpent and serves as a striking landmark against the panoramic backdrop.
Your guide will allow approximately 30–60 minutes for exploration of the site.
Late Afternoon – Return to Amman:
Following our visit to Mount Nebo, we begin the return journey to Amman (approx. 35 km, 45 minutes). You will be escorted back to your hotel and dropped off in the late afternoon.
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Maximum: 5-6 people.
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| # | Discount group | From adult | To adult | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 People Discount | 2 | 2 | 50% |
| 2 | 3 People Discount | 3 | 3 | 66.67% |
| 3 | 4 People Discount | 4 | 4 | 75% |
| 4 | 5 People Discount | 5 | 5 | 80% |
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