Biblical Jordan

Upon your arrival at Queen Alia International Airport, our representative will greet you and provide Meet & Assist service, ensuring a seamless transition to your hotel in Amman for check-in. Relax and unwind during your overnight stay in Amman, tailored to accommodate your flight schedule. 

After breakfast, we set out to explore the ancient town of As-Salt, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Our first stop is the As-Salt Archaeological Museum, located in the new commercial centre of As-Salt. Opened in 1986, the museum features two exhibition halls showcasing a diverse collection of artifacts spanning various historical periods, from the Chalcolithic era to the Ayyubid/Mameluk period and beyond. Next, we visit the As-Salt Folklore Museum, housed in the Abu Jaber House, dedicated to preserving and displaying the popular heritage of al-Balqa’ Governorate. The museum offers insights into Bedouin and village life, providing a fascinating glimpse into the unique traditions and culture of As-Salt. 
Our journey continues with a visit to the Al-Khader Orthodox Church, also known as St. George Church, constructed in the 17th century within a cave believed to be where a villager received a divine message to build a church. This sacred site attracts both Muslims and Christians seeking blessings and offering prayers. Finally, we return to Amman to embark on a guided tour of the capital city's downtown area for two hours. Explore significant sites and museums, including the Archaeological Museum, the Folklore Museum, The Citadel, and the Amphitheatre, each offering glimpses into the city's rich history and heritage. (Please note: Museums are closed on Tuesdays). Enjoy an overnight stay in Amman.

Meals included: Breakfast 

Enjoy breakfast before setting out to explore the ancient Roman city of Jerash, renowned for its well-preserved ruins showcasing paved and colonnaded streets, hilltop temples, theatres, public squares, baths, fountains, and city walls. Our journey continues to Anjar, a significant town associated with Jesus Christ, Mary, and his disciples, who passed through and rested in a nearby cave. Today, this site is commemorated by the Church of Our Lady of the Mountain. Our next stop is Tall Mar Elias, believed to be the site where the prophet Elijah ascended to Heaven in a whirlwind on a chariot of fire. Finally, we return to Amman to conclude our day. Enjoy an overnight stay in Amman.

Meals included: Breakfast 

After breakfast, we journey to Pella, where you can explore the remnants of a Chalcolithic settlement dating back to the 4th millennium BC, along with Byzantine churches, houses, and a small medieval mosque. Continuing our excursion, we visit Um Qais, formerly known as Gadara, a city famed for the biblical miracle of the Gadarene swine. Once a cultural hub and the residence of classical poets and philosophers, Um Qais offers a captivating stroll along its colonnaded street, vaulted terrace, and the ruins of two theatres. We then return to Amman for an overnight stay.

Meals included: Breakfast 

Enjoy breakfast before setting off for Petra via the Kings Highway, making enriching stops along the way. Our journey begins in Madaba, renowned for its famed 6th-century Mosaic map of Jerusalem & the Holy Land, along with its breathtaking Byzantine mosaics and the iconic St. George’s church. Next, we ascend Mount Nebo, also known as Moses Mountain, located 10 kilometres west of Madaba, offering panoramic views of the Jordan Valley, Dead Sea, West Bank, and Jerusalem, believed to be the alleged site of Moses' tomb. Our route then leads us to Um Ar Rassas, an ancient city mentioned in both the Old and New Testaments, fortified by the Romans and revered by local Christians, now designated as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Finally, we arrive in Petra for an overnight stay.

Meals included: Breakfast 

After breakfast, embark on a journey to explore the Nabatean Red Rose city of Petra, celebrated as one of the Seven World Wonders and designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Traverse through a breathtaking 1-kilometre-long narrow gorge, flanked by towering cliffs reaching 80 metres in height on either side. Marvel at the vibrant colours and intricate formations of the rocks as you make your way into the heart of this ancient city. Petra's expansive site boasts hundreds of elaborately carved rock-cut tombs, a treasury, Roman-style theatres, temples, sacrificial altars, and colonnaded streets, offering a glimpse into its rich history and architectural marvels. Conclude your day with an overnight stay in Petra.

Meals included: Breakfast 

Enjoy breakfast before departing back to Amman, with enriching stops along the way. Our first destination is Mukawir, also known as Machaerus, a site of profound historical significance. Dating back to the 1st century AD, this hilltop fortress was identified by the Roman-Jewish historian Josephus as the palace-fortress of Herod Antipas, the regional ruler during the time of Jesus Christ. It was here, amidst the awe-inspiring vistas overlooking the Dead Sea region and the distant hills of Palestine and Israel, that John the Baptist was imprisoned and ultimately beheaded at the request of Salome, following her fateful dance (Matthew 14:3-11). Continuing our journey, we proceed to the baptismal site of Jesus Christ, located at Bethany beyond the Jordan. This sacred site holds profound significance in Christian history, as it was here that John the Baptist prepared the way for the arrival of the Messiah. Jesus' baptism by John marked the commencement of His public ministry, symbolizing the beginning of the preaching of "the gospel of the Kingdom of God" (Luke 16:16). With pivotal events in the lives of both John the Baptist and Jesus Christ unfolding in Jordan, this journey offers a unique opportunity to connect with the rich spiritual heritage of the region.

Meals included: Breakfast 

 

Departure from Queen Alia International Airport to your onward destination. Please ensure to arrive at the airport approximately 3.5 hours before your scheduled flight time.

Meals included: Breakfast