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
Duration:
8 Days / 7 Nights
Theme:
Faith-Based Pilgrimage, Biblical Heritage & Eco-Culture
Target Segment:
Catholic, Orthodox & Protestant Groups, Affinity Groups, VIP FITs
Pacing:
Moderate (Balanced historical visits with scenic transfers)
Key Sites Visited:
Amman, Northern Decapolis (Jerash/Anjara/Umm Qais/Pella), Madaba, Mount Nebo, Um al Rasas, Kerak, Petra, Feynan (Wadi Araba), Dead Sea
Overnight Stops:
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 dedicated airport handling team. Private white-label transfer to hotel in Amman for check-in and detailed 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, theatres, and the Temples of Zeus and Artemis. Continue to Anjara to visit 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
Days Focus: Mosaic Heritage, Old Testament History & King's Highway.
Activity: Depart south to Madaba to view the famous 6th-century mosaic map of the Holy Land inside St. George's Church. Ascend Mount Nebo, where Moses viewed the Promised Land before his death, exploring the Franciscan-protected Byzantine mosaic pavements. Continue along the King’s Highway to Um al Rasas (UNESCO World Heritage site), home to the monumental St. Stephen Church mosaic floor (785 AD) and early Christian Stylite tower. Visit Kerak Castle, a 12th-century Crusader fortress, before continuing south to Petra.
Overnight: Petra.
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 Intro:
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 7 Intro:
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 8 Intro:
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
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:
Early-morning access to the Treasury in Petra and quiet afternoon entry at Baptism site.
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:
Guide Logistics:
Site Admissions:
Hotel Contracting:
Custom Add-Ons:
Private AC coaches / mini-buses with Wi-Fi & drinking water.
Government-licensed, multi-lingual Ministry of Tourism guides (specialized in Biblical history).
All entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary.
Flexible 3, 4, 5-star hotel, or boutique eco-lodge accommodation allocations with net B2B pricing.
Private Mass arrangements, guest speaker lectures, local community home-dinners, or Dead Sea spa upgrades.
Expand Your Jordan Portfolio
This 8-day itinerary can be paired with extensions to Wadi Rum, Aqaba (Red Sea), or cross-border connections to Jerusalem / Israel & Saudi Arabia.
