Private Full-Day Mosaic Tour with Umm er –Rasas & Workshop Experience from Amman
Why we love it?
The Private Full-Day Mosaic Tour with Umm er-Rasas and Workshop Experience from Amman offers travelers an immersive exploration of Jordan's rich cultural heritage. Over the course of eight hours, participants will visit the historic sites of Amman and Madaba, including the renowned Saint George Church and the Madaba Archaeological Park, which showcases stunning mosaics. This tour is well-suited for history enthusiasts and art lovers seeking a deeper understanding of Jordanian traditions. A distinctive feature of the experience is the hands-on workshop, allowing visitors to engage with the art of mosaic-making, providing a personal connection to the region's artistic legacy. With private transfers and knowledgeable guides, the tour ensures a comfortable and informative journey through these significant cultural landmarks.
Inclusions
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- Private Transfer by air-conditioned leisure new vehicle according to number of participants
- English-Speaking Driver
- Local English-Speaking Guide at Madaba Saint George Church
- Entrance to Madaba Archaeological Park
- Entrance to Madaba Saint George Church
- Entrance to Mount Nebo Memorial Church of Moses
- Entrances Fees to Umm ar-Rasas
- On board WI-FI
Exclusions
- 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
Amman, Amman, Amman Governorate
Depart your Amman 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. After roughly 2 hours, step outside to walk around what is one of Jordan’s most important archaeological sites. A UNESCO World Heritage site since 2004
Umm ar-Rasas, Umm ar-Rasas, Amman Governorate
Umm ar-Rasas features well-preserved Roman, Byzantine, and early Muslim ruins dating from the 3rd to the 9th centuries. Highlights include several Byzantine churches, notable for their still-vivid and hugely artistic floor mosaics.
Madaba, Madaba, Madaba Governorate
After admiring the mosaics that depict everything from agriculture and hunting to cities like Jerusalem and Caesarea, move on to Madaba,
St. George's Church, K. Talal St. 30, Madaba 17110 Jordan
Madaba is a town famous for its early medieval mosaics. Best known among them is the 6th-century Mosaic Map, housed in Saint George’s Church. On 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
Madaba Archaeological Park, Hussein bin Ali Street, Madaba 17110 Jordan
Next, 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.
Mount Nebo, Madaba Jordan
Continue 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 Amman, with a hotel drop-off.
Please Note
- 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.
- For Jordan Pass holders that purchased tour activity with entrance fees, please inform us to reimburse the entrance fees in destination.
- 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.
- For health restriction: Indicate special dietary requirements at the time of booking.
Know Before You Go
- Infant seats available
Cancellation Policy
Fully refundable until 1 day before start
Non-refundable after 1 day before start
