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By Jordanizer
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥7,122 per adult* *Get a lower price by selecting multiple adult tickets
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  • 2h
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Overview

  • Discover Madaba Beyond the Postcard.

    Madaba is one of the Middle East's most remarkable living museums and this intimate 2-hour walking tour with a knowledgeable local guide brings its extraordinary story to life. Walk through 2,000 years of history as you visit St. George's Church — home to the world-famous 6th century Byzantine Mosaic Map of the Holy Land — the Madaba Archaeological Park, the Archaeological Museum and the magnificent Shrine of St. John the Baptist. Climb the bell tower for rare panoramic views over the ancient rooftops of Madaba that most visitors never get to see. Along the way your local guide will take you off the beaten path — through bustling bazaars, past hidden gems and into authentic encounters with local life and traditions that no guidebook can offer. The tour is completely flexible and designed entirely around you — stop whenever you like, ask questions freely and let curiosity lead the way. This is Madaba the way locals truly experience it every day.

Activity location

  • St. George's Church
    • K. Talal St. 30
    • 17110, Madaba, Jordan

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Peace Square, Madaba
    • 30 King Talal Street
    • Madaba, Madaba Governorate, Jordan

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Private Walking Tour in Madaba with Local Guide

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • English

Pickup included

Language options: English
Price details
￥7,122 x 1 Adult￥7,122
Total
Price is ￥7,122
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What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Food samples
  • Inclusions
    Bottled Water
  • Inclusions
    Private Local Guide
  • Inclusions
    Customizable Itinerary
  • Exclusions
    Entrance fees to churches in the city
  • Exclusions
    Gratuities
  • Exclusions
    Personal Expenses

Know before you book

    • Service animals allowed
    • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
    • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
    • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Activity itinerary

St. George's Church

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
Your first stop is the world-famous St. George’s Church, home to the Madaba Mosaic Map, the oldest surviving map of the Holy Land, dating back to the 6th century. Your guide will explain the map's significance in Christian history and its detailed depictions of Jerusalem and other biblical sites.

Madaba Archaeological Park

  • 20m
Continue to the Madaba Archaeological Park, where you’ll encounter ancient mosaics from different periods, including the remains of churches, houses, and streets from the Byzantine era. Key highlights include mosaics from the Church of the Virgin Mary and the Hippolytus Hall.

Madaba Archaeological Museum

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
Visit the Madaba Museum to dive deeper into the city’s history. Here, you’ll see a collection of artifacts from the Roman, Byzantine, and Islamic periods, providing a broader understanding of the cultural evolution of Madaba.

St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church

  • 20m
  • Admission ticket not included
End your tour with a visit to the Shrine of St. John the Baptist, an impressive 19th-century Catholic church. Ascend the bell tower for panoramic views of the city and explore the underground crypt believed to house relics related to St. John the Baptist.

Location

Activity location

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    St. George's Church
    • K. Talal St. 30
    • 17110, Madaba, Jordan

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Peace Square, Madaba
    • 30 King Talal Street
    • Madaba, Madaba Governorate, Jordan

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