Jericho Jordan River Dead Sea Tour Ancient Oasis To Lowest Point

Tour Overview

Combine biblical history with natural wonder on this Jericho Jordan River Dead Sea tour. In a single day, you explore the world’s oldest city, stand where Jesus was baptized, ride a cable car to the Mount of Temptation monastery, and float in the therapeutic waters of the Dead Sea at 430 meters below sea level. The Jericho Jordan River Dead Sea tour begins with a descent through the Judean Desert to Jericho, 258 meters below sea level. Visit the famous Zacchaeus Sycamore Tree and hear about Joshua’s conquest of the city walls. Then take the cable car up the Mount of Temptation to the Greek Orthodox Monastery clinging to the cliff, with breathtaking panoramic views of the desert and Dead Sea below. The Jericho Jordan River Dead Sea tour continues to Qasr al-Yahud on the Jordan River, the authentic site where John baptized Jesus. Visitors who wish can be baptized in the sacred waters (gowns available on-site). The final stop is at a Dead Sea beach facility where you float in the mineral-rich waters, apply therapeutic black mud, and relax surrounded by stunning desert scenery. The Jericho Jordan River Dead Sea tour operates Thursday only and includes a cable car ride at Mount of Temptation. Passport compulsory for Jericho visit. This Jericho Jordan River Dead Sea tour is ideal for travelers who want biblical sites AND the Dead Sea experience in one day.