Private Full-Day Mosaic Tour with Workshop Experience from Dead Sea

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Ticket Details
Cancellation & Refunds

About the Activity

Indulge in this interesting art and history private day trip from Dead Sea, dedicated to Jordan’s early medieval mosaics. Visit UNESCO-listed Umm ar-Rasas to see its Byzantine Church with its impressive one-of-a-kind mosaics, admire Madaba's 6th-century Mosaic Map of the Holy Land found in Saint George Orthodox Church, and view the early floor mosaics at Madaba’s Archaeological Park. Proceed to Mount Nebo to visit the Franciscan Church artistic mosaics showing different animals. Following, a visit to a workshop to see artisans’ hand-making these delicate mosaic intricate artworks. Tour includes private leisure transportation with English – Speaking Driver who doubles ups as your guide.

9 hours

Private Tour

Pickup offered

Instant Confirmation

Mobile ticket

Availability and Prices

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Travel Date

Travelers

Adult : 1

Inclusions & Exclusions

Entrances Fees to Umm ar-Rasas, Madaba Saint George Church, Archeological Park, and Mount Nebo

English-Speaking Driver

Mosaic Workshop Experience

Local English-Speaking Guide at Madaba Saint George Church

Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of participants

On board WI-FI

Hotel pick up and drop off

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, Local Guide) – Recommended

Personal Expenses

Anything else not mentioned

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Locations in the itinerary

Swemeh

Swemeh, JordanDepart your Dead Sea hotel by private, air-conditioned vehicle with your own private English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide, and make the scenic journey south toward Umm ar-Rasas. 1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Umm ar-Rasas

Umm ar-Rasas, JordanDepart your Dead Sea hotel by private, air-conditioned vehicle with your own private English-Speaking Driver who doubles up as your guide, and make the scenic journey south toward Umm ar-Rasas. 1 hour • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

Madaba

Madaba, JordanAfter admiring the mosaics that depict everything from agriculture and hunting to cities like Jerusalem and Caesarea, move on to Madaba, a town famous for its early medieval mosaics. Best known among them is the 6th-century Mosaic Map, housed in Saint George’s Church. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location

St. George's Church

K. Talal St. 30, Madaba, Jordan, 17110On arrival, meet a local guide, and tour Saint George’s, seeing its stunning mosaic — a depiction of the Holy Land and Jordan. Admire the detailed renderings of Jerusalem, the Dead Sea, and Jericho, noting the references to biblical locations. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Madaba Archaeological Museum

, Madaba, JordanNext, visit Madaba’s Archeological Park, home to remnants of Byzantine churches and a 6th-century villa. Inspect the antiquities here, lingering at the beautiful villa mosaic that portrays the four seasons and Greek gods. 30 minutes • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Mount Nebo

Madaba, JordanContinue to Mount Nebo, a mountain ridge where Moses is said to have seen the Holy Land before dying. Admire the views over the Jordan Valley, and on a clear day, to the Holy Land. Then, enter Mount Nebo church to see its fascinating historical mosaics picturing different figures. Absorb the intricate artworks showing soldiers, hunting, and animals, hear about their history and discovery. Lastly, visit a local mosaic workshop where mosaics are still made using centuries-old techniques. Watch as artisans’ piece together complex motifs from pieces of ceramics, glass, or stone, creating incredibly intricate images. Your tour concludes in Dead Sea, with a hotel drop-off.1 hour • Admission Ticket IncludedView Location

Meeting and Pickup

Pickup details

Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations

Travelers can choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
Departure Point: Hotel in Dead Sea Dates: Daily Return point: Returns to original departure point
Travelers will be picked up 15 minutes before departure time

Pickup points

Additional Information

Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Confirmation will be received at the time of booking
Airport Pick-up and Drop-off by request.
Contact your local operator (office phone number, emergency mobile number – out of office hours, or email address) a day before to reconfirm pick-up arrangements provided in your voucher.
Tour activity is provided in English. For other languages by request.
Clients with mobility issues, please contact us.
Strollers and car seats for infants, please contact us.
Most local tourist restaurants in Jordan do not serve alcohol, if you do not want a dry restaurant that does not serve alcohol, please contact us.
Clients are advised to bring hats, sun screen, and comfortable walking shoes.
Dress code at Churches: Modest.
Indicate special dietary requirements at the time of booking.

Language And Guide

Tour Guide Available In

English

Ticket Details

Mobile or paper ticket accepted
One per booking

Ticket Redemption

No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticket• Your local contact is Zaid Tours and Travel on + 962 6 4622197. • Zaid Tours and Travel opening hours are between 09:00 and 17:00 hours, Saturday to Thursday except Friday the weekend and local bank holidays. • For emergencies you can contact the 24-hour mobile number on + 962 79 5635222. • By email at info@zttint.com • You can present either a paper or an electronic mobile voucher for this activity. • Complimentary pick-up is offered for this tour activity from your centrally located hotel in Dead Sea. • At least 24 hours prior to your tour activity date to verify your pick-up time and pick-up location. If you are not arriving within the specified time frame, please contact Zaid Tours and Travel prior to your travels, or immediately upon arrival at your destination. • If your hotel details have changed from the original schedule advised, please contact Zaid Tours and Travel emergency mobile at least up to 12 – 6 hours in advance. • We are following hygienic- safety measurements and procedures required in Jordan by the Ministry of Health at the sites and during the visits.

Cancellation & Refunds

Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Suplier may cancel the activity on account of bad weather conditions.
Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Asia/Amman time to receive 100% refund.

Operated by Zaid Tours and TravelCreated on 22 Aug 2015Created on 17 Jan 2025

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