Jordan 9 Days Biblical Tour

Amman Airport, Jordan - Amman Airport, Jordan
  • Oval Plaza, Jerash
  • Little Petra
  • Anjara, Ajloun
  • The Monastery, Ad Deir

Details

9 Days | 8 Nights

Tour Types: Private
Runs: Every day
Accommodation: 4* Hotels
Minimum Age: 2

Tour Description


This journey will give you the opportunity to visit places where biblical events took place from the Old Testament to the New Testament . Moses and the Israelites travelled here on the way to the Promised Land, Jacob wrestled with the Angel of God, Elijah ascended to heaven, John the Baptist preached, Jesus Christ healed and see evidence of early Christianity during this memorable spiritual experience in Jordan.

Highlights

  • Learn more on Jordan’s Biblical heritages.
  • See up-close the site where Jesus was baptized by John the Baptist.
  • Visit the Shrine of Our Lady of the Mountains.
  • Like Moses, take a glimpse of the Holy Land from Mt. Nebo.
  • Drive along the ancient King’s way.

Tour Itinerary

Day 1
Amman Airport - in Amman    

1 Stop

1

Amman Airport

Upon arrival at Queen Alia Airport our representative welcomes you after you passed through the customs. Then transfer to your hotel in Amman, check in, remainder of the day free.

45 mins

4* Downtown Hotel Apartment or similar

Day 2
Amman - Jerash - Anjara - Umm Qais - Amman    

4 Stops

1

Jerash

In the north of Amman you visit the best preserved example of a Roman provincial city, Jerash with its theaters, churches, temples, a Nymphaeum and colonnaded streets.

2 hours

2

Anjara

We go on to Anjara and visit the Shrine of Our Lady of the Mountain. Here Virgin Mary and Jesus had a rest during a journey.

1 hour

3

Umm Qais

Head further north to Umm Qais, the antic Gadara, with its Hellenistic-Roman remains. According to the Bible, Jesus healed here demoniacs and the demons running as swine into the Sea of Galilee. From Gadara you have a magnificent view over this Sea, the Jordan Valley and the Golan Heights.

2 hours

4

Amman

Then return to your hotel in Amman.

2 hours

4* Downtown Hotel Apartment or similar
Breakfast

Day 3
Amman - Baptism Site - Mt. Nebo - Madaba - Madaba    

3 Stops

1

Baptism Site

After breakfast, we drive to the Jordan Valley, to Bethany at the Jordan River. This is the place where the baptism of Jesus Christ by John the Baptist took place. We also have a look at Elijah's Hill, where Prophet Elijah ascended to heaven.

2 hours

2

Mt Nebo

From here, we drive to Mt. Nebo, the burial site of Prophet Moses with overlooking the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea.

45 mins

3

Madaba

Then we visit the mosaic city of Madaba, where the oldest map of the Holy Land exists on the floor of St. George's Church. More mosaics can be seen in the Archaeological Park, which houses some masterpieces from Byzantine churches. Overnight in Madaba.

1 hour

2* Mariam Hotel or similar
Breakfast

Day 4
Madaba - Mukawir - King's Way - Kerak - Noah's Tomb - Petra    

4 Stops

1

Mukawir

On the 700 meter high hill Mukawir, in biblical times known as Machaerus, had been a great palace, where Herod Antipas imprisoned and killed John the Baptist. We reach the hilltop over a path. Still to see are towers, walls and baths.

1 hour

2

King’s Way

Along the King's Way, where Prophet Moses and the Israelites has walked.

2 hours

3

Kerak

Then we drive through the land of Edom and Moab to Kerak. We visit here the great Crusader castle and the tomb of Prophet Noah.

1 hour

4

Petra

Afterwards, we head on further to the south to Petra for overnight.

2 hours

4* Petra Moon Hotel or similar
Breakfast

Day 5
Petra Visit - Petra    

1 Stop

1

Petra

The red-rose city of Petra is a unique destination. More than 2000 years ago the area was settled by the Nabataeans who carved magnificent buildings in the sandstone. We walk through the Siq, an immense crack in the stone, to see at the end Petra's most impressive monument: the Treasury. You walk along the Street of Facades, see the Royal Tombs, Qasr al Bint and the young at heart can climb up the 800 stairs to the Monastery El Deir. Overnight in hotel.
4* Petra Moon Hotel or similar
Breakfast

Day 6
Petra - Wadi Rum Desert    

1 Stop

1

Wadi Rum

Today we drive 1.5 hours to the dramatic Wadi Rum, one of the most impressing desert landscapes in the world. By 4x4 jeep we drive to sand dunes, spectacular rock formations, canyons and Nabatean rock inscriptions. Dinner will be served at a Bedouin camp in the desert where we also spend the night. And maybe you have the same feeling like Lawrence of Arabia who described Wadi Rum as "god-like“.

2 hours

Aladdin Camp or similar
Breakfast & Dinner

Day 7
Wadi Rum - Wadi Araba - Lot's Cave - Dead Sea - Amman    

3 Stops

1

Lot’s Cave

In the morning we drive from the desert to the Dead Sea. En route we visit Lot's Cave near the town of Safi. Here Prophet Lot lived together with his daughters after he fled the sinful cities of Sodom and Gomorrah.

1 hour

2

Dead Sea

We head on to the beach at the Dead Sea, where you can relax the rest of the day and float in the salty water.

2 hours

3

Amman

In the evening we drive to Amman for overnight.

1 hour

4* Downtown Hotel Apartment or similar
Breakfast

Day 8
Amman - Amman City Half Day Tour - Amman    

1 Stop

1

Amman City

Today we visit important places in Amman. The town has already been mentioned in the Bible as Rabbath-Ammon, the capital of the Ammonites. Our tour will take you to the Citadel with its remains from the Roman to the Byzantine period and the Archaeological Museum housing excellent artifacts like the Dead Sea Scrolls. You will visit the Folklore Museum and the Roman Theater from 2nd century as well as the Coptic Church. The rest of the day is for leisure or you discover parts of the capital on your own account. Overnight at hotel in Amman.

3 hours

4* Downtown Hotel Apartment or similar
Breakfast

Day 9
Amman - Amman Airport    

1 Stop

1

Amman Airport

Transfer to the airport to say farewell and to board your international flight.
Breakfast

Inclusions


  • 4x hotel accommodation with breakfast in Amman.
  • 700 meters horse ride in Petra from the main gate (included in ticket, not mandatory).
  • Entrance fees to mentioned sites.
  • English speaking spot guide Amman Citadel & Roman Theatre (1 hour).
  • English speaking spot guide in Petra (2.5 to 3 hours).
  • English speaking spot guide in Jerash (1 hour).
  • Transfers in A/C, new vehicle with English speaking, assisting driver.
  • 1 overnight in Wadi Rum Camp with dinner and breakfast, private tent and sharing bathroom.
  • 2x hotel accommodation with breakfast in Petra.
  • 1x hotel accommodation with breakfast in Madaba.
  • 2 hours 4x4 Jeep tour Wadi Rum with Bedouin driver.

Exclusions


  •  Airfare.  
  •  Travel Insurance.  
  •   Entry Visa Jordan (free of charge possible, see Practical Info).  
  •  Meals and beverage not stated.  
  •  Tips, portage and private expenses. 
  •   New Year's gala dinner supplement if any 
  •  Others not mentioned in the inclusions.  

Practical Info


• For entry visa regularities see our blog Visa and Passport Requirements.
• Official check in time at hotels 15:00 – check out time at hotels 12:00.
• Breakfast at hotels is served in the main restaurant.
• The driver/tour guide escorts you according to the booked itinerary, he is not 24/7 at your disposal.
• You walk several km in Petra, so bear in mind good walking shoes and a backpack for beverage, camera etc.
• The spot guides in Jerash & Petra are licensed by the Ministry of Tourism in Jordan and are not part of our team.
• In case of rain the government may decide to close Petra for safety and security reasons.
• For the Dead Sea beach don’t forget swimwear, flip flops and water sandals.
• The Petra ticket includes a 700 meters horse ride from the main gate to the beginning of the Siq. The ride is not mandatory; the horse handler expects a tip of 5 JOD per horse.
• 4x4s in Wadi Rum are old vehicles without A/C and seat belt. They belong to the local Bedouin association.
• For camping we recommend to bring the following: sleeping bag, backpack, towel, flashlight, comfortable clothes and shoes, sunglasses, sunscreen, headgear / scarf as protection against sun and wind, hygiene products, toilet paper, first aid kit (for headaches, cold, etc.).
• Wear comfortable walking shoes and depending on season pack sun protection.
• To respect the local culture please cover shoulders and knees.
• It is not permitted to bring telescopes or drones without permission to Jordan.

How to Book this Tour


- After booking the tour with us online, one of our consultants will get in touch within 24 hours. You need to pay then a 25% deposit by credit card or by bank transfer. The full payment is due latest 14 days before tour start.
- Cancellations or changes need to be sent in written form. Charges are as follows:
• 25 $USD of the total price of the trip for cancellations from the date of booking until 31 days before departure.
• 25% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 30 to 08 days before departure.
• 100% of the total price of the trip for cancellations or changes made 07 to 01 days before departure or no show.
- For refunds we do not cover transaction fees charged by credit card companies and banks.
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