Day One: Sunday, [Insert Date]. Arrival Day – Amman
Arrive in Amman, the capital of Jordan. Meet our teaching team at the airport and transfer to our hotel. Enjoy dinner and a good night’s rest.
Overnight: Amman
Meals: D (1 of 2)
Day Two: Monday, [Insert Date]. Jerash & Ajloun
This morning we explore Jerash (Gerasa), one of the best-preserved Decapolis cities, with its Roman theaters, temples, and colonnaded streets. Here Paul’s missionary world comes to life amidst ancient ruins. After lunch, we travel into the green hills of the Ajloun region. Visit Ajloun Castle, overlooking the biblical land of Gilead, then take a short walk in the Ajloun Forest Reserve. In the village of Orjan, enjoy a home-cooked meal and meet women at a cooperative producing olive oil soap and local crafts.
Overnight: Amman
Meals: B, L, D (2 of 2)
Day Three: Tuesday, [Insert Date]. Madaba, Mount Nebo & Dead Sea
Head south to Madaba, famous for its Byzantine mosaic map of the Holy Land. Continue to Mount Nebo, where Moses viewed the Promised Land before his death (Deuteronomy 34). Arrive at the Dead Sea and check in to a resort hotel such as the Crowne Plaza Dead Sea. Spend the afternoon floating in the salt-rich waters and enjoying spa amenities.
Overnight: Dead Sea
Meals: B, D (1 of 1)
Day Four: Wednesday, [Insert Date]. Bethany Beyond the Jordan & Machaerus
After breakfast, visit Bethany Beyond the Jordan (Al-Maghtas), the traditional baptism site of Jesus, now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Continue south along the King’s Highway to Machaerus, the hilltop fortress of Herod Antipas, known as the place where John the Baptist was imprisoned and executed. After dinner, enjoy the views as we prepare for tomorrow’s journey to Petra.
Overnight: Petra
Meals: B, D (1 of 2)
Day Five: Thursday, [Insert Date]. Petra – Rose-Red City
Spend a full day at Petra, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World. Enter through the Siq to behold the iconic Treasury. Explore the Royal Tombs, the Roman Theater, and the Monastery (El Deir). For those able, hike to the High Place of Sacrifice. Return in the evening for rest, or optionally experience Petra by Night, a candlelit walk through the Siq.
Overnight: Petra
Meals: B, D (2 of 2)
Day Six: Friday, [Insert Date]. Little Petra & Wadi Rum Desert Camp
This morning, visit Little Petra (Siq al-Barid), a smaller but fascinating Nabataean site. Then travel into the breathtaking landscapes of Wadi Rum, the desert of Lawrence of Arabia. Enjoy a jeep safari across the red sands, followed by a camel ride into camp. Tonight, experience Bedouin hospitality with music, storytelling, and stargazing while staying in bubble tents under the desert sky.
Overnight: Wadi Rum Bubble Tents
Meals: B, D (1 of 1)
Day Seven: Saturday, [Insert Date]. Return to Amman
Journey back to Amman, with time to explore the Amman Citadel and Roman Theater, or enjoy free time in the souks and markets. In the evening, share a farewell dinner reflecting on our time in the land of Jordan.
Overnight: Amman
Meals: B, D (1 of 1)
Day Eight: Sunday, [Insert Date]. Return Day
Transfer to Queen Alia International Airport for departure flights. Return home with new insights, memories, and friendships.
Meals: B
Every effort will be made to complete the full itinerary. Yet, because conditions are often
unpredictable in travel, we reserve the right to make changes during the tour.
What’s Included in the Full Tour Price –
Round-trip airfare from the designated departure airport
Group airport transfers in Jordan
First Class (4-star) hotels (including a Dead Sea resort stay and Wadi Rum bubble tents)
Daily buffet breakfast and dinner (plus lunches as noted in the itinerary)
All tips for group services
Full sightseeing program with all listed entrance fees (Petra, Wadi Rum jeep & camel tour, Dead Sea resort, Ajloun, Jerash, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Bethany Beyond the Jordan, Machaerus, Amman Citadel)
English-speaking local guide
All taxes and surcharges in effect as of May 1, 2025
Price is based on a group of at least 20 passengers. If the minimum group size is not met, The Pilgrim’s Path reserves the right to (a) adjust the tour price, (b) combine groups, or (c) cancel the trip and refund payments received, less non-recoverable deposits. If airlines or governments add new taxes or surcharges after May 1, 2025, those additional amounts will be the responsibility of each traveler.
Land-Only Price –
Includes everything above except airfare and airport transfers.
Not Included
Any costs related to COVID-19 requirements
Personal expenses (laundry, extra drinks, coffee with dinner, lunches, tips for personal favors)
Excess baggage fees or baggage forwarding
Airport transfers outside the group schedule
Optional travel insurance
Hotels & Rooms
First Class (4-star) hotels, double occupancy in twin-bedded rooms with private bath.
Single room supplement: $900–$1,100 (limited availability; may be smaller than twin rooms).
If you do not have a roommate, The Pilgrim’s Path will attempt to match you. If no match is found, the single supplement will apply.
Payments
Deposit: $400 per person (non-refundable) secures your spot.
Second Payment: $2,500 due six months before departure.
Final Balance: Due three months before departure.
Late Payment Fee: $100 per person, per month, for balances not received by the deadline.
Cancellation Policy
91+ days before departure: Non-refundable deposit only.
66–90 days before departure: 50% of tour cost + non-refundable deposit.
0–65 days before departure: No refund.
If your cancellation leaves your roommate without a travel partner, you will be responsible for the single supplement cost in addition to the above fees. All cancellations must be submitted in writing to The Pilgrim’s Path. No refunds for unused services.
Travel Insurance
Travel insurance is highly recommended. Failure to purchase insurance is at the traveler’s own risk, and The Pilgrim’s Path bears no responsibility for losses not covered by insurance. Purchasing within two weeks of deposit often provides the best coverage, including protection for pre-existing conditions.
Flights & Itinerary Changes
Flight times are subject to change by the airlines.
The Pilgrim’s Path is not responsible for costs caused by delays, missed connections, or schedule changes.
Travelers booking their own connecting flights should purchase tickets that are flexible and changeable without high fees.
If flight schedule changes lengthen or shorten the trip, The Pilgrim’s Path may adjust the itinerary.
Extra overnight costs (if needed) will be $160 per person (double) or $280 (single), plus meals and transfers as required.
Airline Tickets
Economy class seats on regularly scheduled carriers.
Tickets are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non-changeable once issued.
Luggage Allowance
1 checked bag (max 50 lbs / 23 kg)
1 carry-on bag
1 small personal item
(Travelers are responsible for checking their airline’s exact baggage rules before departure.)
Statement of Responsibility
The Pilgrim’s Path will provide the program itinerary as described. Prices, itineraries, and schedules are subject to change due to government regulations, international agreements, airline rules, or supplier policies.
The Pilgrim’s Path may modify or withdraw the program at any time. Refunds will be limited to recoverable payments from suppliers; personal travel expenses not booked by The Pilgrim’s Path (e.g., connecting flights, independent hotel stays) are not refundable.
The Pilgrim’s Path may refuse travel to anyone whose behavior is unsafe or disruptive. In such cases, no refunds will be given.
Except for its own willful negligence, The Pilgrim’s Path is not responsible for injuries, delays, illnesses, or disruptions caused by events beyond its control (including but not limited to strikes, weather, wars, acts of terrorism, pandemics, airline changes, or natural disasters). Airlines are responsible only for their own transportation services under their passenger contracts.
