Madaba, Nebo & Dead Sea
From 95 $ Per Person
Your first destination is Madaba, a blend of rural life and religious tourism. Known as the "City of Mosaics," Madaba is a hub for Byzantine and Umayyad mosaics. Just a short drive from the capital, this city offers easy access to holy sites rich in religious iconography. One of the highlights is St. George’s Church, a modest 19th-century Greek Orthodox church that hides an extraordinary treasure—one of the most significant mosaics in early Christianity. Discovered in 1884, it revealed an ancient Byzantine church and a mosaic map of Palestine, which still stands as the oldest surviving map of the region. This remarkable find provides invaluable historical insights into the area’s ancient past.
Next, you will head to Mount Nebo, the highest point in the ancient Kingdom of Moab. This sacred site is deeply significant in Abrahamic traditions, as it is believed to be where Moses viewed the Promised Land before his death. The township of Mount Nebo was first inhabited by a Christian nomadic tribe in the 4th century. Here, you can explore the religious significance of the area or visit the summit, where Moses is said to have ascended from the plains of Moab to view the Holy Land, opposite Jericho. The site is not only rich in history but also offers a breathtaking panoramic view of the region.
Included services:
Qualified English-speaking driver during the tour All transfers by a modern air-conditioned vehicle All sightseeing tours as mentioned in the above itinerary Entrance fees to all sites as indicated in the itinerary