Amman/ Petra/ Madaba/ Tiberias/ Jerusalem/ Tel Aviv
Arrive Amman and on arrival check in at the hotel and rest of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Amman.
After breakfast, we will be driven south to the Nabatean City of Petra. Visits will include Petra.
Built by the Nabateans (an early Arab tribe), who settled in the South of Jordan more than 2000 years ago (3rd century B.C. to 2nd Century A.D.). Petra is famous for its interesting monuments such as the Treasury, El Khazneh (a tomb of a Nabatean king) then the field of tombs, obelisks, and the altar, the Court, the Roman Theater, the Roman Streets and the Qassier Rl-Bint. (Al Madhbah) – From this point you can view the whole of the rock city, then back to Wadi Musa village. The city itself is almost 45 Square Km and is considered to be the second wonder of the world Upon our arrival in Petra, our tour begins with a short walk or ride a horseback ride to the entrance of Petra (about 1.2 km) Evening.
After sightseeing and dinner check in at the hotel.
Overnight in Petra.
After breakfast at our hotel in Petra, we will leave Petra and drive north. We will see the following sites on our way Madaba.
See the ancient mosaic map of the Holy Land and ruins of historical sites Mount Nebo.
Here, Moses viewed the Promised Land. Visit the remains of the Byzantine church with a mosaic floor.
Afternoon drive back to Amman and check in hotel.
Overnight in Amman.
After breakfast, we will visit the following places in Jordan and proceed to the Sheik Hussain Border (Bridge) Jerash. City of the Decapolis, located about 45km north of Amman in the fertile heights of the Gilad. Visit the ancient Roman city with colonnaded streets, the baths and the hill of the top Temple Nazareth. The location of the Grotto of the Annunciation and Church of St. Joseph. These churches are located over the traditional site where Mary and Joseph lived. See the ancient City Well, believed to be the site where Angel Gabriel appeared to Mary Cana Of Galilee. His first known miracle, turning water into wine at a wedding ceremony.
After Dinner check in at the hotel in Nazareth, Israel.
Overnight in Tiberias, Israel.
After breakfast at the hotel, proceed to the short tour of Tiberias. We will visit the Following Places:
Boat Cruise- Board the Jesus boat for a cruise on the Sea of Galilee towards Capernaum.
Capernaum:Center of Jesus’ Galilean ministry and the site of many of His miracles (Mark 2:4; Matt. 8:5; 14-17; 9:1-7; 17:18). See the remains of the 2nd century synagogue.
Tabaha: Site of the Miracle of the “Loaves and Fishes” and to see the Church of the multiplication (John 6:1-14), with its 4th century mosaic floor.
Mount of Beatitudes: Where Jesus delivered what is perhaps the most famous sermon ever preached – “The Sermon On The Mount” (Matt. 5).
Banias Springs and Caesarea Phillipi: One of the sources of the River Jordan. It’s believed Caesaria Philippi is where Peter made his confession of faith in Christ (Matt. 16:16).
Return back to the hotel.
Overnight in Tiberias, Israel.
After breakfast at the hotel, check-out from hotel and start the day with the following places:
Beit Shean: One of the largest ongoing archaeological dig in the land of Israel. Visit includes; the Amphitheatre, colonnaded Roman streets, mosaics and Roman bathhouses (1st Samuel 31:10).
Jordan Valley: Rift of the Jordan valley is unlike other valleys. Jordan River runs through the rift from Sea of Galilee to the Dead Sea. In the biblical times, it is mentions that one day the dessert will bloom with flowers and vegetation of every description (Isaiah 35:1-2).
Arrive Jerusalem and on arrival check in at the hotel.
Overnight in Jerusalem.
After breakfast at the Hotel. Today, we will visit the following places in and around Jerusalem.
Mount of Olives: Ascend to the top of Mt. Of Olives for a beautiful panoramic view of the Old City of Jerusalem and the Golden Gates. Drive or stroll down to the bottom of the mountain to visit the Garden of Gethsemane and the Church of All Nations. Here, Jesus prayed on many occasions and where he was arrested.
Mount Zion: Visit the site of the Upper Room, where it is believed was “The Room of the Last Supper (Mark 14.13, Luke 22. 10-38, Matt 26 17-29, Acts 1.13). Also visit King David’s Tomb below Jewish Quarter (Old city) Reconstructed after the city was unified at the conclusion of the Six-Day War in 1967. See the restored Jewish Quarter and its Cardo (meaning the heart), the unearthed main Roman thoroughfare and ancient marketplace lined with columns.
Western Wall: Also known as The Wailing Wall or The Kotel in Hebrew is an ancient limestone wall and is located in the Old City of Jerusalem. The wall is a relatively small segment of a far larger retaining wall. The wall was originally erected as part of the expansion of the Second Jewish Temple, built by Herod the Great. This was built on top of a steep hill known to Jews and Christians as the Temple Mount.
Church of Holy Sepulcher: Believed by many Christian, this is the site of Golgotha, where Jesus was crucified and then resurrected.
Return to our hotel and the remaining of the day at leisure.
Overnight in Jerusalem.
After Breakfast today we visit the Following:
EinKarem: John the Baptist’s parents summer house and birthplace.
YadVashem: Israeli memorial for the six million Jews who perished in the Holocaust. Visit the Street of the Righteous Gentiles.
Israel Museum: See the Shrine of the Book, where the Dead Sea scrolls are housed Also see the scale model of Jerusalem, as it used to look in the 2nd Temple period.
Bethlehem: Bethlehem is known for the site of the Nativity, where Mary conceived Jesus. Today, it is enclosed by the Church of the Nativity.
Return to Hotel.
Overnight in Jerusalem.
After an early breakfast, drive to south towards the Dead Sea area. Visits will include Qumran Caves where the Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered by a young shepherd.
Masada – Israel: Ascend by cable car to the mountaintop plateau of Masada. Here, the last stronghold of the Jewish Zealots struggled against the Romans. The Zealots held out for three years against the legions of Flavius Silva. They chose to die as free men at their own hands in preference to Roman slavery and torture.
Dead Sea: Lowest point on earth and 1305 feet (398m) below sea level. The Dead Sea is uniquely formulated in a small body of water and includes 11-13% salt and other natural healthy ingredients. An opportunity to float on the Dead Sea (weather permitting) will be available.
Return back to your Hotel in Jerusalem.
Overnight at Jerusalem.
After breakfast, drive along theMediterranean coast and see the following:
Akko – Acre: A Crusader port located just north of Haifa Bay. See its underground passages and secret rooms as well as the prison.
Mt Carmel: Haifa Ascend Mt Carmel for a beautiful panoramic view of Haifa bay and the Botanical gardens. Here Elijah fought the 400 false Prophets of Baal.
Megiddo: One of King Solomon fortified cities with the Ruins of 20 Levels of Civilizations.
Caesarea: Build by Herod the Great and dedicated to Caesar Augustus 2000 years ago and once the capital of Judea. Here Paul embarked his journey to Tarsus and where Cornelius and his family (the first gentile Believers lived. Explore the Restored Roman Amphitheatre with its acoustic and Theatrical sound. It was used for many performances throughout the centuries.
Later in the evening, drive further to Tel Aviv and on arrival check in Hotel. Evening at leisure.
Overnight in Tel Aviv.
After breakfast at the Hotel. Day Free for Independent activities and shopping.
Overnight in Tel Aviv.
After breakfast check out, and leave for airport to fly back home with happy memories.
End of tour!
City |
Category |
Hotel Name |
Price |
Amman |
3 & 4 Star
5 Star |
Rum/ Sadeen Amman Hotel & Suites/ Jerusalem International Hotel or Similar
Four Seasons Hotel Amman/ InterContinental Amman (Jordan) Or Similar |
Price On Request |
Petra |
3 & 4 Star
5 Star |
Edom/ Petra Sella Hotel/ La Maison Hotel or Similar
Petra Bubble Luxotel/ Petra Marriott Hotel or Similar |
Price On Request |
Jerusalem |
3 & 4 Star
5 Star |
Gold/ Prima Royale Hotel/Ambassador Hotel Jerusalem or Similar
Waldorf Astoria Jerusalem/ David Citadel Hotel or Similar |
Price On Request |
Tiberias |
3 & 4 Star
5 Star |
Bali/ AhuzatKinorot/ La Perla Hotel or Similar
The Scots Hotel/ Berenice Winery Villa Or Similar |
Price On Request |
Tel Aviv |
3 & 4 Star
5 Star |
Sea Net/ Market House Hotel/ Tal by the beach Hotel Tel Aviv or Similar
Hilton Tel Aviv/ Sheraton Tel Aviv Or Similar |
Price On Request |
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SCATTERED CLOUDS
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Clouds: 40% |
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Humidity: 58% |
Pressure: 1008hpa |
Sunrise: 03:04 AM |
Sunset: 03:30 PM |