Begin your Jordan Biblical Faith Tour and experience an 8-day private pilgrimage through some of Jordan’s most important biblical and Christian heritage sites.
From Bethany Beyond the Jordan and Mount Nebo to Madaba, Machaerus, Petra and the Dead Sea, the journey combines scripture, history, reflection and carefully planned local travel.
Walk through places associated with Jesus Christ, Moses, Elijah and John the Baptist, while discovering Jordan’s archaeological and Christian heritage with private transportation and local support from Golden Star Travel & Events.
The program can be adapted for church groups, families, couples and private travelers. Travel dates, hotel category, guiding requirements, religious services and selected sites can be adjusted before confirmation.
Our Amman-based team coordinates airport assistance, transportation, accommodation and the practical arrangements needed for a smooth faith journey across Jordan.
This private pilgrimage is planned over eight days.
The journey includes Bethany Beyond the Jordan, Mount Nebo, Madaba, Machaerus, Petra, and the Dead Sea.
Yes. Travel dates, hotel category, guiding requirements, religious services, and selected sites can be adjusted before confirmation.
Location: Queen Alia International Airport → Amman
Meals Included: None
Highlights: Airport assistance, visa support, private transfer to Amman
Begin your Jordan Biblical Faith Tour with a warm welcome at Queen Alia International Airport. Upon arrival, our representative will meet you before immigration, holding a sign with your name.
Our team will assist you with visa procedures, guide you through immigration, and help with luggage collection.
Afterward, meet your professional driver and enjoy a comfortable private transfer to your hotel in Amman. The drive takes approximately 1 hour, depending on traffic.
Check in, relax, and prepare for the spiritual journey ahead.
Overnight in Amman.
After breakfast, begin the day with a city tour of Amman. Visit key historical sites, including the Amman Citadel and the Roman Theatre, and discover the rich heritage of Jordan’s capital.
Continue north to Umm Qais, the ancient city of Gadara. Explore its impressive ruins and enjoy panoramic views over the Jordan Valley, Sea of Galilee, and Golan Heights.
Afterward, travel to Jerash, one of the best-preserved Roman cities in the region. Walk along the colonnaded streets and visit important landmarks such as Hadrian’s Arch, the Oval Plaza, temples, and theaters.
In the late afternoon, return to Amman for your overnight stay.
Location: Amman → Mar Elias → Bethany Beyond the Jordan → Amman
Meals Included: Breakfast
Highlights: Mar Elias, Prophet Elijah, Baptism Site of Jesus, Jordan River
After breakfast, continue your Jordan Biblical Faith Tour with a visit to Mar Elias, traditionally associated with the Prophet Elijah. Located near Ajloun, this peaceful hilltop site offers a spiritual atmosphere and scenic views across northern Jordan.
Next, travel to Bethany Beyond the Jordan, the traditional baptism site of Jesus Christ. According to Christian tradition, John the Baptist baptized Jesus here in the waters of the Jordan River.
Spend time exploring this important pilgrimage site and reflecting on its significance in Christian history.
In the evening, return to Amman for your overnight stay.
Overnight in Amman.
Location: Amman → Madaba → Mount Nebo → Machaerus → Umm al-Rasas → Amman
Meals Included: Breakfast
Highlights: St. George’s Church, Mosaic Map, Mount Nebo, Machaerus, Umm ar-Rasas
After breakfast, travel to Madaba, known as the City of Mosaics and one of Jordan’s most important Byzantine heritage sites.
Visit St. George’s Greek Orthodox Church, home to the famous 6th-century Mosaic Map of the Holy Land. The map depicts Jerusalem and many other important biblical locations. Around Madaba, you can also see additional Byzantine mosaics preserved in churches and historic sites.
Next, continue to Mount Nebo, rising about 817 meters above sea level. From the summit, enjoy panoramic views across the Jordan Valley, the Dead Sea, and the surrounding Holy Land. On clear days, views may extend toward Jericho and Jerusalem.
Afterward, drive to Machaerus (Mukawer), the fortified hilltop site traditionally associated with the imprisonment and execution of John the Baptist. Explore the archaeological remains and learn about the site’s importance during the Herodian and Roman periods.
Continue to Umm al-Rasas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with archaeological remains from the Nabataean, Roman, Byzantine, and early Islamic periods.
Visit the Church of St. Stephen, known for its remarkable mosaic floor dating to 785 AD. The mosaic includes detailed representations of cities and settlements across the region.
In the evening, return to Amman for your overnight stay.
Overnight in Amman.
Location: Amman → Petra
Meals Included: Breakfast
Highlights: The Siq, Treasury, Royal Tombs, Nabataean heritage
After breakfast, depart early for Petra, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and one of Jordan’s most important archaeological sites.
Explore the legendary Rose City, carved into sandstone more than 2,000 years ago by the Nabataeans. Petra became an important trading center along ancient routes linking Arabia with Egypt, Syria, Greece, and Rome.
Begin your visit by walking past ancient tombs before entering the Siq, a dramatic narrow gorge that leads into the heart of Petra. As you reach the end of the canyon, enjoy your first unforgettable view of Al-Khazneh (The Treasury).
Continue deeper into Petra and explore its remarkable archaeological landscape. Discover royal tombs, temples, the ancient theater, water channels, stairways, and paved streets that reveal the engineering skills and culture of the Nabataeans.
Take time to enjoy the atmosphere, history, and dramatic scenery of one of the world’s most extraordinary ancient cities.
Overnight in Petra.
Location: Petra → Wadi Rum → Dead Sea
Meals Included: Breakfast
Highlights: Wadi Rum, 2-hour Jeep tour, desert landscapes, Dead Sea
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel in Petra before departing south to Wadi Rum, one of Jordan’s most spectacular desert landscapes.
Upon arrival, begin a 2-hour Jeep tour through the Valley of the Moon. Explore towering sandstone formations, sweeping desert valleys, red sand dunes, and ancient inscriptions while experiencing the unique beauty of Wadi Rum.
After the Jeep tour, continue north toward the Dead Sea. The drive takes approximately 5 hours, depending on road and traffic conditions.
Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and relax at the lowest point on Earth.
Overnight at the Dead Sea.
Location: Dead Sea
Meals Included: Breakfast
Highlights: Dead Sea floating experience, relaxation, resort stay
Enjoy a free day at the Dead Sea. Take time to relax at your hotel, float effortlessly in the mineral-rich waters, and enjoy the peaceful surroundings.
You can also make use of the resort facilities, enjoy the views, and spend the day at your own pace.
Overnight at the Dead Sea.
Enjoy breakfast at your hotel, then check out and prepare for your departure.
Please be ready at the hotel approximately three hours before your flight departure time. Your private transfer from the Dead Sea to Queen Alia International Airport takes about one hour, depending on traffic conditions.
Upon arrival at the airport, proceed with check-in and departure formalities.
End of the Jordan Biblical Faith Tour.
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