In The Footsteps of Jesus & Moses
Designed specifically for international faith-based tour operators, pilgrimage planners, and cultural wholesalers, this 8 - day itinerary connects Jordan's primary Christian pilgrimage sites with iconic World Heritage landscapes.
Trip Summary
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8 Days / 7 Nights
Faith-Based Pilgrimage, Biblical Heritage & Eco-Culture
Catholic, Orthodox & Protestant Groups, Affinity Groups, VIP FITs
Moderate (Balanced historical visits with scenic transfers)
Amman, Northern Decapolis (Jerash/Anjara/Umm Qais/Pella), Madaba, Mount Nebo, Um al Rasas, Kerak, Petra, Feynan (Wadi Araba), Dead Sea
Amman (3N) Petra (2N) Feynan Ecolodge (1N) Dead Sea (1N)
Day by Day Itinerary in Detail:
Day 1: Arrival at Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) – Amman.
Arrival in Jordan: Meet and assist upon arrival at Queen Alia International Airport by our airport handling team. Direct white-label transfer to hotel in Amman for check-in and trip orientation.
Overnight: Amman.
Day 2: Bethany Beyond the Jordan, Churches & Mosques of Amman
Days Focus: New Testament Pilgrimage & Urban Heritage.
Activity: Morning departure to Bethany Beyond the Jordan (Al-Maghtas), the authentic site of Jesus’ baptism by John the Baptist (John 1:28, Matthew 3:13-17). Explore the Elijah’s Hill area, baptismal pools, and early Christian chapels along the Jordan River. Afternoon return to Amman for a city tour encompassing historic churches and interfaith architectural landmarks (King Abdullah I Mosque).
Overnight: Amman.
Day 3: Jerash, Anjara Sanctuary, Umm Qais & Pella
Days Focus: Roman Decapolis & Biblical Northern Circuit.
Activity: Travel north to Jerash, one of the world's best-preserved Roman Decapolis cities featuring colonnaded streets, theaters, and the Temples of Zeus and Artemis. Continue to Anjara to visit the Our Lady of the Mountain Shrine, a venerated cave site where Jesus, the Virgin Mary, and the disciples rested during travels between Jerusalem and Galilee. Drive to Umm Qais (Gadara) for views overlooking the Sea of Galilee, the Yarmouk River Gorge, and the Golan Heights. Return to Amman via Pella (Tabqat Fahl), an ancient Decapolis site rich in Bronze Age, Roman, and early Byzantine ruins.
Overnight: Amman.
Day 4: Madaba, Mount Nebo, Um al Rasas & Kerak Fortress – Petra
Operational Focus: New Testament Pilgrimage & Urban Heritage.
Arrival in Jordan: Meet and assist upon arrival at Queen Alia International Airport by our airport handling team. Direct white-label transfer to hotel in Amman for check-in and trip orientation.
Overnight: Amman
Day 5: The Rose-Red City of Petra
Days Focus: UNESCO World Heritage & Ancient Nabatean Capital.
Activity: Full-day guided exploration of Petra. Walk through the 1-kilometer-long narrow gorge of the Siq, emerging before the iconic Treasury (El-Khazneh). Explore the Street of Facades, Royal Tombs, the carved Roman Theater, and central Byzantine basilica mosaics. Optional hike up to the High Place of Sacrifice or The Monastery (Ad Deir).
Overnight: Petra.
Day 6: Petra – Wadi Feynan Eco-Wilderness & Early Christian History
Days Focus: History of Early Christian Mining & Sustainable Ecotourism.
Activity: Depart Petra for the rugged wilderness of Wadi Feynan. Historically, early Christians were condemned to labor in the ancient copper mines of this valley. Check in to Feynan Ecolodge, an award-winning off-grid lodge designed by architect Ammar Khammash. Experience Bedouin-guided nature walks, explore ancient copper smelting sites, and enjoy candlelit evening dining powered by solar energy.
Overnight: Feynan Ecolodge.
Day 7: Lot's Cave, Museum at Lowest Place on Earth – Dead Sea
Days Focus: Old Testament Heritage & Mineral Wellness Spa.
Activity: Descend to the southern Dead Sea basin to visit Lot's Cave, set above the ruins of a Byzantine church commemorating where Lot and his daughters took refuge after the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah. Visit the adjacent Museum at the Lowest Place on Earth (designed by archaeologist Konstantinos Politis). Continue to a Dead Sea resort (430m below sea level) for therapeutic floating in mineral-rich waters.
Overnight: Dead Sea.
Day 8: Dead Sea – Departure via QAIA
Days Focus: Final Airport Departure Logistics.
Activity: Leisure morning at the Dead Sea. Private white-label transfer to Queen Alia International Airport (AMM). Customer service team handles final departure protocols and customs assistance.
B2B & White Label Positioning
Ecclesiastical Access & Mass Bookings:
Direct coordination for private group Mass reservations at Mount Nebo (Moses Memorial Church), Bethany Beyond the Jordan, and Our Lady of the Mountain Shrine in Anjara
100% White-Label Execution:
Airport meet-and-assist, private executive coach transport, licensed guide badges, and guest welcome documentation reflect your agency’s brand identity.
Special Sightseeing Arrangements:
Integrated early-morning access to the Treasury in Petra and quiet afternoon entry at baptismal sites.
Sustainable Eco-Integration:
Incorporates an off-grid candlelit overnight stay at Feynan Ecolodge, linking early Christian mining history with eco-tourism.
Inclusions & Operational Standards
Transfers & Transport:
Private AC executive coaches / mini-buses with Wi-Fi & drinking water.
Guide Logistics:
Government-licensed, multi-lingual Ministry of Tourism guides (specialized in Biblical history).
Site Admissions:
All entrance fees included (Bethany, Jerash, Umm Qais, Madaba, Nebo, Um al Rasas, Kerak, Petra, Lot's Cave).
Hotel Contracting:
Flexible 4-star, 5-star, or boutique eco-lodge accommodation allocations with net B2B pricing
Custom Add-Ons:
Private Mass arrangements, guest speaker lectures, local community home-dinners, or Dead Sea spa upgrades.
Expand Your Jordan Portfolio
This 8-day itinerary is fully modular. It can be paired with extensions to Wadi Rum, Aqaba (Red Sea), or cross-border connections to Jerusalem/Israel and Saudi Arabia.
