Biblical Wonders of Jordan

Arrive in the historical city of Amman, where you will be warmly greeted at Queen Alia Airport and transferred to your hotel. Rest and prepare for a pilgrimage that will bring the pages of the Bible to life, starting from the very heart of Jordan.

Begin the day at the ancient Citadel in Amman, exploring relics that span from Roman to Islamic periods, which underscore the city's significance in biblical history. Then, travel to the Dead Sea, the earth's lowest point, rich in biblical history. According to Scripture, this area is near the ancient cities of Sodom and Gomorrah, and it is believed to be the place where Lot's wife turned into a pillar of salt after she looked back at the cities during their destruction. Enjoy a lunch at a Dead Sea Resort and experience the unique buoyancy and therapeutic qualities of the Dead Sea's mineral-rich waters, and take a moment to enjoy a restorative mud bath. As the day ends, watch the sunset over the hills of the West Bank, near where the prophet Elijah ascended to heaven in a chariot of fire, and reflect on the unchanged landscape that has witnessed millennia of biblical history. Return to Amman for overnight rest and reflection.

Travel north to Jerash, an ancient city of the Decapolis, frequently mentioned in the New Testament as a region where Jesus and his disciples taught. Explore the well-preserved ruins that resonate with stories of the past. Continue to Ajloun to visit the castle built by one of Saladin’s lieutenants during the Crusades, a period rich in Christian and Islamic history. The day’s spiritual journey concludes in Anjara at the Our Lady of the Mountain Church, recognized by the Vatican as a pilgrimage site, believed to have sheltered Jesus and the Virgin Mary during their travels. Reflect on this sacred past as you return to Amman for overnight.

Visit Mount Nebo, where Moses saw the Promised Land before he died, a site of profound biblical importance offering panoramic views that include the Jordan River Valley, the Promise Land, and the Dead Sea. In Madaba, marvel at the Madaba Map, an ancient mosaic floor depicting the early map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land. Journey to Mukawir, the location of the fortress where John the Baptist was imprisoned and beheaded by Herod Antipas. Conclude your day by exploring Kerak Castle, a testament to the Crusader era before heading to Petra for overnight.

Explore Petra, known as the 'Red Rose City' and thought to be visited by several biblical figures. Begin at the Siq and arrive at the Treasury, Petra’s most famous monument. Discover the Royal Tombs, the Roman-style Theatre, and the High Place of Sacrifice, where Nabataeans once worshipped their gods. Petra's architecture and history provide a backdrop to reflect on the region's significance during various biblical periods. Return to Amman after a full day of exploration.

Conclude your spiritual journey in Jordan with a transfer to Queen Alia Airport. Depart with a renewed sense of connection to your faith and the sacred stories that span across this ancient land.