Muslim Tour Israel-Jordan
9 days / 8 nights
Highlights: Amman / Petra / Jerusalem / Bethlehem / Hebron / Jericho / Dead Sea
Day 1
Arrival - Amman airport
Reception at Amman airport, transfer to the hotel. Dinner and overnight in Amman.
Day 2
Amman
After breakfast, the day will begin with a visit to the Amman Citadel, with remains dating from the Roman to the Islamic period, as well as the archaeological museum. Afterwards, we will go to the city center, from the oldest part of Amman to the Al Husseini Mosque, built on the ruins of a mosque in 640 AD by Caliph Omar bin Khattab Al. Then you will go to Al Kahf Raqim, the cave of the "Seven Sleepers" and the Blue Mosque. You will continue through the Jordan Valley and visit the tombs of Amir Bin Abi Waqaqas, Muath Bin Jabal, Shurhabil bin Husanh, Ben Jabal Moath, who compiled the Quran during the lifetime of the Prophet Mohammad, and Abi Obaiedah Amer bin Al Jarah a relative of the Prophet Mohammad, commander of the army of the Muslim North, and one of the "Blessed Ten", to whom Mohammad promised paradise Finally - arrival in Petra, dinner and overnight in Petra.
Day 3
Petra
After breakfast, you will visit the site of Petra. Pink city, petrified city, Petra is "one of the most impressive sites in the Near East". The words to describe what we see there are not up to what they would like to express. Petra will be the highlight of your trip to Jordan. It surprises, amazes and leaves its mark on the memory. Petra was the ancient capital of the Nabataeans from the 3rd to the 2nd century BC. Carved by the Nabateans in the rock, it was forgotten for hundreds of years until its rediscovery in 1812. At the entrance to Petra, travelers are offered the opportunity to ride 800m from the visitor center to the entrance of the dramatic "Siq" (canyon). From the entrance of the Siq there is a 1250 meter walk to the first monument "The Treasure". For most of the day, you will explore the incredible structures of Petra: the Treasury, the Field of Tombs, the Obelisks and Altar, and much more. Dinner and overnight in Petra.
Day 4
Kerak - Tomb of Murah al Mazar - Amman
Early morning drive to Kerak, visit the famous castle and the site of the battle of Mutah in 629 AD (between the forces of the Eastern Roman Empire and the forces of Prophet Muhammad). Here are the tombs of the venerable companion Zaid bin Hârithah, who led the army during the battle of Mutah and died there, and the tombs of Ja'far bin Abi Talib and Abdullah bin Ruwahah. Dinner and overnight in Amman.
Day 5
Mount Nebo - Jerusalem
After breakfast, a quick visit to Mount Nebo and transfer to the Allenby Bridge, the crossing point of the Israel-Jordan border. Direction Jerusalem. The afternoon will be devoted to the visit of the holy Jerusalem. This thousand-year-old city, which has been the subject of so much ink for decades, was ruined twenty times but is still
still standing. You will discover the magnificent walls that surround the old city. Successive walls have existed in Jerusalem at different times. The current walls of the old city were built in 1535 by Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent. Discover the Via Dolorosa, the Holy Sepulchre, the Wailing Wall, then you will admire Haram¬es ¬Sherif, with the Dome of the Rock third holy place of Islam. Prayers in the Al-Aqsa Mosque and at the Dome of the Rock, then guided tour of the site with its many monuments dating from pre-Islamic times. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 6
Jerusalem
After breakfast, visit Jerusalem, the thrice-holy city which is still today the "city of all eyes". The Mount of Olives, with its 827m altitude, not only offers a wonderful panoramic view of the old city but also has places of great importance for the three monotheistic religions. From the chapel of Dominus Flevit, the descent leads to the shrine of the Ascension, the tomb of the Virgin Mary and the Basilica of All Nations "Gethsemane", as well as the church of the Pater Noster. Visit the tomb of Raba'a Adwieh, a dancer and singer of the Abbasid period, who decided to leave the world of show business and devote her life to Islam. Today she is one of the most famous women in Islam. Visit the tomb of Salman Al Farisi, a companion of Khalief Omar Ben Al Khtab: they will go together to Jerusalem in 638. Dinner and overnight in Jerusalem.
Day 7
Bethlehem - Hebron
After breakfast, visit the historic center of Bethlehem and the Basilica of the Nativity built over the cave that would have housed the birth of the prophet Aïssa. The Church of the Nativity is also venerated by Muslims, tradition says that Salah El Din prayed in a corner of the church in honor of the prophet Aïssa. This pretty little town in the heart of the hills was founded more than three thousand years ago and offers many architectural and historical treasures. A walk through its old neighborhoods, its many small churches and mosques and its ancient treasures will allow you to taste the charms of a small town on a human scale and to meet the traditional Palestinian culture. We will then head to Hebron - Al Khalil: one of the oldest cities in the Near East, built by the Canaanites around 4000 BC. This city is endowed with an exceptional historical heritage. Visit of the old city, with the tomb of the Patriarchs (Ibrahim - Ismael - Yacoub). The kasbah has many surprises in store for visitors, including the famous and ancient glass and ceramic factories with their oriental colors. Dinner and accommodation in Jerusalem.
Day 8
Jericho-Dead Sea
After breakfast, departure for a green oasis near the Dead Sea: Jericho. Located 250 meters below sea level, it is the lowest city in the world. It is also the oldest city in the world. It already had a fortification around 8000 BC. Oasis located in the heart of the desert, its region offers many possibilities of strolls to discover in particular the monastery St George and the Mount of the Quarantine hung on the ochre cliffs of the mountains. There are also the caves where the famous Dead Sea Scrolls were discovered. The Dead Sea is 392 meters below the level of the Mediterranean Sea, making it the lowest point on earth. Due to its high salt concentration, it floats like a cork! The Dead Sea is one of the greatest wonders of the world. This sea is the richest deposit of natural salts in the world. Dinner and accommodation in Jerusalem.
Day 9
Departure
After breakfast, transfer to Tel Aviv airport.
This program is given as an example, the order of the visits can be modified without altering the content.