SPIRITUAL TOURS
TOUR 1 - 7 DAYS
Arrival
After breakfast we drive 45 minutes to Jerash the most well-preserved sites of Roman architecture in the world outside of Italy. To this day, the streets are still paved, and the baths, theatres, public squares and arches are in exceptional condition. Then we drive 45 minutes to Anjara (the Church of Our Lady of the Mount) One of Jordan’s five Christians pilgrimage sites .In biblical story, Anjara is the place where Jesus and His Mother Mary passed through and lived in a cave during their journey to the ten cities of Decapolis. The Church of Our Lady of the Mount was built in 1950. In May 6, 2010 the image of Our Lady of the Mount shed tears of blood. The shrine has become part of a holy route in Jordan.20 minutes away from Anjara we reach Tell Mar EliasIt is the birthplace of Prophet Elijah, who is mentioned in both the Quran and the Old Testament.The Bible’s book of Kings mentions Elijah as “Elijah the Thishbite, who was of the inhabitants of Gilead.”The site has two churches, the smaller church dates back to the 4th and 5th centuries AD, while the large one dates from the 6th century and is considered one of the largest Byzantine churches in Jordan. The churches feature marble carvings and mosaic floors. Two hours Drive back to Madaba.
Overnight in Madaba hotel
Madaba is a combination of rural home life and a hot spot for religious tourism. Known as the “City of Mosaics”, Madaba is the cultural epicenter for mosaics. And also well known for tens of old and new churches, and archeological complexes.
There places in Madaba we visit
St. George's Church or the church of the map from the 6th century with magnificent mosaic floor showing a map of the holy land and Egypt. St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic church A beautiful church, well preserved, a good place to get a bird view of the city, or go underground to see the old well and the history of the city. Madaba Archaeological Park In the heart of Madaba was initiated in 1991. The park includes a well-preserved stretch of late Roman Street and buildings dating from the Roman period into the early part of this century. The park serves to highlight Madaba’s ancient past. The park contains a number of Jordan’s most important mosaics.20 munities to west Madaba we are visiting Mount Nebo which is one of Jordan’s most important Christian holy sites. It is place where Moses saw the Promised Landed before he died, according to the Old Testament. By the 4th century AD, Mount Nebo had already become a pilgrimage site and a church and sanctuary were built to honor Moses. In the 6th century AD, monks constructed a Byzantine monastery with a magnificent mosaic pavement. 45 minutes drive down to the Baptism Site of Jesus Christ "Bethany Beyond the Jordan", is an archaeological World Heritage Site on the east bank of the Jordan River, considered to be the original location of the Baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist And in a later reference to the same location on the eastern bank, the Gospel of John (10:40) says that Jesus Christ also traveled through the Jordan, where John the Baptist was baptizing in the beginning, and went again to the same place and resided there. The place venerated as such since at least the Byzantine period. The baptism site includes two principal archaeological areas: the remnants of a monastery on a mound known as Jabal Mar-Elias (Elijah's Hill) and an area close to the river with remains of churches, baptism ponds and pilgrim and hermit dwellings. The two areas are connected by a stream called Wadi Kharrar.then short drive to the Dead Sea the lowest point on earth 423 meters below sea level and a destination that beckons visitors from around the world for extraordinary saltwater and enjoying the rich, black, stimulating mud and floated effortlessly on backs while soaking up the water's healthy minerals along with the gently diffused rays of the Jordanian sun.
Overnight in Dead Sea hotel
Day 4 Dead sea / Makawr / Um Elrasas /little Petra
After breakfast we drive for 45 minutes to Makawer a Castle was built in 90 BC by the Hasmonean leader Alexander Janius , but the Romans seized it in 57 BC and it was destroyed by the Roman leader Pompey. But Herod the Great regained control of the castle during the period 25-13 BC and rebuilt it and built a huge wall surrounding it from all directions, after which the castle devolved to his son Herodos Antipas, who took over the reins of power, then the Roman armies led by Lucius Bassus entered it in the year 71 AD However, there are only some traces left of it, such as the remains of the palace, towers, canals, squares, ponds, and columns.The most important thing about the castle is the biblical story about the beheading of Johan the Baptist when Herod had arrested and imprisoned John as a favor to his wife Herodias (the former wife of Herod’s brother Philip). John had been telling Herod, “It is against God’s law for you to marry her.” Herod wanted to kill John, but he was afraid of a riot, because all the people believed John was a prophet. But at a birthday party for Herod, Herodias’s daughter performed a dance that greatly pleased him, so he promised with a vow to give her anything she wanted. At her mother’s urging, the girl said, “I want the head of John the Baptist on a tray!” Then the king regretted what he had said; but because of the vow he had made in front of his guests, he issued the necessary orders. So John was beheaded in the prison, and his head was brought on a tray and given to the girl, who took it to her mother. Later, John’s disciples came for his body and buried it. Then they went and told Jesus what had happened. An hour drive from Makawr we visit Um ElRasas (Kastrom Mefa'a) Located 30 km southeast of Madaba. In 2004, the site was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Um Elrasas contains remains from the Roman, Byzantine and Early Muslim periods (end of 3rd to 9th centuries AD) and a fortified Roman military camp. The site also has 16 churches, some with well-preserved mosaic floors. Particularly noteworthy is the mosaic floor of the Church of Saint Stephen with its representation of towns in the region. Two square towers are probably the only remains of the practice, well known in this part of the world, of the stylites (ascetic monks who spent time in isolation atop a column or tower).after that we drive for two hours and half to little Petra a rock-cut buildings which line the 350-metre long gorge which was a resupplying and caravan station. Drive to Petra hotel.
Overnight in Petra hotel
In this beautiful morning we have full day to enjoy the most famous archaeological sites in the world and one of the new world wonders. Petra is an ancient city carved into rose-red cliffs. It was the capital of the Nabataean Kingdom 2300 years ago and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visiting Petra from the main gate to enjoy all the must-see sites in Petra enjoy including the Siq,the Treasury, the Street of Facades, the Roman theater, the Royal Tombs, and the Great Temple, the monastery and enjoying the breathtaking rock-cut architecture. Petra is also well known as the "Rose-Red City" because of the stunning red-rose sandstone cliffs that surround the site. The city was carved into the rock faces of the mountains, creating a unique architectural marvel.
Overnight in Petra hotel
After breakfast we drive for three hours and half back to Amman for a tour starting with the citadel to wander through the remains of Roman, Byzantine, and Umayyad civilizations, marveling at the preserved architecture and artifacts that tell the story of Amman's diverse history in addition to its rich museum. Driving down to the town to see the Roman Theater which was built in honor of Emperor Antoninus Pius (138–161 AD). Built into the hillside, it was oriented north to keep the sun off the spectators. The large and steeply raked structure could seat about 6,000 people.End our day with an hour wonder in down town the old part of Amman, beckons with its lively markets, known as souks. The air is filled with the lively chatter of vendors and the tantalizing scents of spices and traditional street food. Bargaining and haggling are part of the experience as visitors browse through a myriad of colorful textiles, handicrafts, and souvenirs.
Overnight in Amman hotel
Departure
TOUR 2 - 3 DAYS
After breakfast we drive 45 minutes to the Baptism Site of Jesus Christ "Bethany Beyond the Jordan", is an archaeological World Heritage Site on the east bank of the Jordan River, considered to be the original location of the Baptism of Jesus by John the Baptist And in a later reference to the same location on the eastern bank, the Gospel of John (10:40) says that Jesus Christ also traveled through the Jordan, where John the Baptist was baptizing in the beginning, and went again to the same place and resided there. The place venerated as such since at least the Byzantine period. The baptism site includes two principal archaeological areas: the remnants of a monastery on a mound known as Jabal Mar-Elias (Elijah's Hill) and an area close to the river with remains of churches, baptism ponds and pilgrim and hermit dwellings. The two areas are connected by a stream called Wadi Kharrar. Short drive to enjoy the Dead Sea the lowest point on earth 423 meters below sea level and a destination that beckons visitors from around the world for extraordinary saltwater and enjoying the rich, black, stimulating mud and floated effortlessly on backs while soaking up the water's healthy minerals along with the gently diffused rays of the Jordanian sun. After three hours in the Dead Sea we drive for 45 minutes to Mount Nebo which is one of Jordan’s most important Christian holy sites. It is place where Moses saw the Promised Landed before he died, according to the Old Testament. By the 4th century AD, Mount Nebo had already become a pilgrimage site and a church and sanctuary were built to honor Moses. In the 6th century AD, monks constructed a Byzantine monastery with a magnificent mosaic pavement. Short drive to Madaba is a combination of rural home life and a hot spot for religious tourism. Known as the “City of Mosaics”, Madaba is the cultural epicenter for mosaics. And also well known for tens of old and new churches, and archeological complexes.
There places in Madaba we visit
St. George's Church or the church of the map from the 6th century with magnificent mosaic floor showing a map of the holy land and Egypt. St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic church A beautiful church, well preserved, a good place to get a bird view of the city, or go underground to see the old well and the history of the city. Madaba Archaeological Park In the heart of Madaba was initiated in 1991. The park includes a well-preserved stretch of late Roman Street and buildings dating from the Roman period into the early part of this century. The park serves to highlight Madaba’s ancient past. The park contains a number of Jordan’s most important mosaics. Drive back to Amman.
Overnight in Amman hotel
After breakfast we drive to As-Salt city thriving city situated 30 km North West of the capital Amman. As-Salt is enclosed by breathtaking views and is a wonderful contrast to some of the westernized sites of Amman, thanks to its good water supply and agricultural land it had been settled at least since the Iron Age. It has been identified with Roman Gadaron; and in the Byzantine period it had its own bishop. Its name (Latin: Saltus means wooded valley).The UNESCO World Heritage Committee added As-Salt “the place of tolerance and urban hospitality” to its World Heritage List to become the sixth Jordanian landmark to be declared a world heritage site. In salt city we will visit As-salt archeological museum located in the new As-Salt commercial center. The museum, with its two exhibition halls, was opened in 1986.The main exhibition hall contains a collection of pottery from Tuleilat Ghassul, dated to the Chalcolithic (4500-3300 BC). The museum also showcases items from the Early Bronze Age (3300-2200 BC), the Middle and Late Bronze Age periods (2200-1200 BC) the Iron Age (1200-539 BC), the Byzantine period (AD 324-636) , and the Ayyubid/Mameluk period (AD 1174-1516) .and aslo we will visit Al-hammam Street The oldest and most active street in As-Salt city, named after a Turkish bath, the narrow pedestrianized street rolls around the contours of the hillside between 150 year old traditional ottoman stone architecture. Close by Al-hammam Street we pass by Al-khader Orthodox Church – St. George church The holy shrine was built in the 17th century in a cave where it is believed that a villager received a message from God to build a church. Many believe that miracles have happened at this church. The church is visited by Muslims and Christians. Back to Amman city for a tour starts with the citadel to wander through the remains of Roman, Byzantine, and Umayyad civilizations, marveling at the preserved architecture and artifacts that tell the story of Amman's diverse history in addition to its rich museum
Driving down to the town to see the Roman Theater which was built in honor of Emperor Antoninus Pius (138–161 AD). Built into the hillside, it was oriented north to keep the sun off the spectators. The large and steeply raked structure could seat about 6,000 people
End our day with an hour wonder in down town the old part of Amman, beckons with its lively markets, known as souks. The air is filled with the lively chatter of vendors and the tantalizing scents of spices and traditional street food. Bargaining and haggling are part of the experience as visitors browse through a myriad of colorful textiles, handicrafts, and souvenirs.
Overnight in Amman hotel
Departure