From the Jordan River to Wadi Rum: A Desert Odyssey
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Designed for travelers seeking a deep dive into Jordan's spiritual roots and world-famous desert monuments. You begin at Bethany Beyond the Jordan, follow the ancient King's Highway to Mount Nebo, spend a full day in Petra and then enter the wilderness of Wadi Rum.
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You arrive in Amman, are met at the airport and transferred to your hotel. Rest after the journey and meet your guide and group.
You visit Bethany Beyond the Jordan, on the eastern bank of the river, the place the Gospel of John names as where John was baptizing.
"This all happened at Bethany on the other side of the Jordan, where John was baptizing." (John 1:28)
You travel the ancient King's Highway, the road Israel asked to pass along on the way to the Promised Land, and climb Mount Nebo.
Scripture: Numbers 21:21–22
A full day to explore Petra, the rose-red city carved into the rock, on foot through the narrow Siq.
"Let the inhabitants of Sela sing..." (Isaiah 42:11)
You visit Little Petra, then continue south to the entrance of Wadi Rum and settle in for the desert.
A day in the wilderness of Wadi Rum, among sandstone valleys and Bedouin hospitality, where the landscape recalls Israel's desert journey.
Scripture: Exodus 17:1
You return to Amman and gather for a farewell dinner to share the memories of the journey.
You are transferred to the airport for your flight home.
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✦ Stand at Bethany Beyond the Jordan, where John was baptizing
✦ Travel the ancient King's Highway to Mount Nebo
✦ Spend a full day in Petra, through the Siq
✦ Visit Little Petra and enter Wadi Rum
✦ Experience desert life and Bedouin hospitality in Wadi Rum
"This all happened at Bethany on the other side of the Jordan, where John was baptizing." (John 1:28)
Included- Warm airport welcome and all group transfers in modern, air conditioned vehicles
- Hotel accommodation throughout the itinerary
- A licensed English speaking guide
- All entrance fees to the sites in the itinerary, including Petra
Not Included- International flights to and from Jordan
- The Jordan entry visa and any border taxes
- Tips and gratuities for the guide and driver
- Travel insurance, which we strongly recommend
- Lunches and personal expenses
- Anything not listed as included
Pilgrims Who Walked This Road
Tour FAQ
You are welcome to join as an individual, a couple, a family, or a full church group. Many travelers arrive on their own and leave with a whole new family, which is one of the most common things we hear.
There is a fair amount of walking, some of it on old stone and uneven ground, and a few climbs such as Mount Tabor. Most people of reasonable health manage well. If anyone in your group has mobility needs, tell us in advance and we will plan around them.
Yes. Entry requirements for Ethiopian and Eritrean passport holders need more hands-on support, and AJET has long experience guiding travelers through exactly what their passport requires. We coordinate between our teams in Jerusalem and Addis Ababa at every step, so you are never left to work it out alone. Please start the process early, as some steps take time.
You stay in comfortable first class hotels in Jerusalem and on the shore of the Sea of Galilee in Tiberias. A tourist class option is also available if your group prefers. All rooms are clean, well located, and include daily breakfast and dinner.
A deposit of $300 or $400 per person (the amount shown on the tour page, or the stated deposit for your custom journey) is required to secure your booking. A reservation does not hold a seat until the deposit clears into AJET’s account. Final balance payments are strictly due 60 days prior to departure.
One exception: if you reserve a journey online without a fixed departure date and we cannot confirm dates that match your preferred dates, your deposit is returned in full.
If you must cancel your pilgrimage, written notice must be submitted to AJET. Cancellations incur the following tiered fees based on the departure date:
- 61 or more days prior: Full refund of all monies paid minus the non-refundable deposit.
- 60 to 46 days prior: 35% of total package cost is retained (65% refund of balance).
- 45 to 31 days prior: 60% of total package cost is retained (40% refund of balance).
- 30 to 15 days prior: 85% of total package cost is retained (15% refund of balance).
- 14 days or fewer prior / No-show: 100% of total package cost is retained (non-refundable).
Because unexpected medical or travel disruptions can occur, AJET strongly recommends that every pilgrim purchase comprehensive travel insurance covering trip cancellation, medical care, and emergency repatriation.
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