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Itinerary
Day 1: Arrival in Amman
Upon arrival at Queen Alia International Airport, our representative will meet and assist you through arrival procedures . Transfer by private air-conditioned vehicle to your hotel in Amman for check-in and rest . In the evening, visit the King Abdullah I Mosque, known for its striking blue mosaic dome, along with the adjacent Islamic Museum . Afterwards, enjoy a welcome dinner in downtown Amman . Overnight in Amman .
Day 2: Amman Citadel & Desert Castles
After breakfast, begin your Islamic heritage journey with a visit to the Amman Citadel, including the Umayyad Palace complex, one of the city’s most important early Islamic landmarks . Continue east to explore Jordan’s famous Desert Castles, beginning with Qusayr Amra, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and 8th-century Umayyad hunting lodge renowned for its historic frescoes . Continue to Qasr Kharana and Qasr Azraq, an Umayyad-era desert fort later associated with T.E. Lawrence . Return to Amman for overnight stay .
Day 3: Ajloun Castle – Jerash – Amman
Morning after breakfast, travel north to Ajloun Castle, also known as Qalat ar-Rabad, built in the 12th century by a general of Salah ad-Din to protect the region and control strategic routes . Continue to Jerash, one of the best-preserved ancient cities in the region, where Roman ruins stand alongside evidence of important Islamic-era settlement . In the evening, return to Amman and enjoy free time for shopping in the traditional downtown souks . Overnight in Amman .
Day 4: Mu'tah – Mazar – Kerak – Petra
After breakfast, drive south toward Mu’tah and Mazar to visit the shrines honoring three companions of the Prophet Muhammad: Ja’far ibn Abi Talib, Zayd ibn Harithah, and Abdullah ibn Rawahah, who fell during the Battle of Mu’tah in 629 CE . Continue to Kerak to visit the old town and its historic castle, strategically located along the King’s Highway . Afterwards, continue south to Petra, arriving in the evening for dinner and overnight stay .
Day 5: Petra & Jabal Haroun
After breakfast, explore Petra Archaeological Park, the legendary Rose-Red City and one of Jordan’s most remarkable historical treasures . Walk through the dramatic Siq to reach the iconic Treasury, then continue to discover the ancient Nabataean monuments, tombs, and rock-carved structures . For interested travelers, a full-day guided hike or mule ride can be arranged to Jabal Haroun, also known as Mount Hor, venerated as the traditional burial place of the Prophet Aaron . Dinner and overnight in Petra .
Day 6: Petra – Cave of the Seven Sleepers – Prophet Shuaib's Tomb – Amman
Enjoy a final morning at leisure in Petra before driving back toward Amman . Stop at the Cave of the Seven Sleepers, also known as Ahl Al-Kahf or Al-Raqim, at Al-Rajib, revered in Islamic tradition as the resting place of the sleepers mentioned in Surah Al-Kahf . Continue to the Prophet Shuaib’s Tomb near Wadi Shuaib, close to Salt, another important site in Islamic tradition . Arrive in Amman in the evening for overnight stay .
Day 7: Amman – Departure
Morning after breakfast, enjoy free time at leisure depending on your flight schedule . Afterwards, transfer to Queen Alia International Airport for your departure flight, leaving with meaningful memories of Jordan’s Islamic heritage, sacred sites, desert castles, and historical landmarks .
Tour info
Destination
Departure
July 1, 2026
Physicality
9/10
Duration
7 days
Tour Type
Best time to travel
Apr-Jun, Oct-Dec
Age
18+
Overview
About This Tour
Discover Jordan’s rich Islamic heritage on this carefully designed Islamic Heritage Tour, created for Muslim travelers, heritage groups, families, and cultural travelers seeking a meaningful journey through sacred shrines, early Islamic landmarks, Umayyad desert castles, and historical sites connected to important figures in Islamic history.
This itinerary highlights Jordan’s deep spiritual and historical significance, beginning in Amman with the King Abdullah I Mosque and the Amman Citadel’s Umayyad Palace complex, before continuing to the famous Desert Castles, including the UNESCO-listed Qusayr Amra. The journey also includes Ajloun Castle, built during the era of Salah ad-Din, and Jerash, where Roman, Byzantine, and Islamic history come together.
Travelers will also visit Mu’tah and Mazar, home to the shrines of the Prophet Muhammad’s companions who fell during the Battle of Mu’tah, before continuing to Kerak and Petra. The tour also features Jabal Haroun, traditionally associated with the burial place of the Prophet Aaron, along with the Cave of the Seven Sleepers and the Prophet Shuaib’s Tomb near Wadi Shuaib.
Designed with a comfortable pace and time for reflection, this tour combines faith, Islamic history, architecture, cultural discovery, and Jordanian hospitality in one meaningful heritage experience.
Tour Highlights
- Shrines of the Prophet Muhammad’s companions at Mazar near Mu’tah.
- Jabal Haroun, traditionally venerated as the tomb of the Prophet Aaron.
- UNESCO-listed Qusayr Amra, one of Jordan’s most important Umayyad desert castles.
- King Abdullah I Mosque and the Islamic Museum in Amman.
- Amman Citadel and its Umayyad Palace complex.
- Ajloun Castle, built during the era of Salah ad-Din.
- Cave of the Seven Sleepers, also known as Ahl Al-Kahf.
- Prophet Shuaib’s Tomb near Wadi Shuaib.
- Petra, the Rose-Red City and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
Included
- Meet & Assist upon arrival and departure.
- Complimentary collective Jordan visa for eligible nationalities.
- Hotel accommodation according to the selected category.
- Daily breakfast at hotels.
- Half-board accommodation in Petra as specified.
- Welcome dinner in Amman.
- Private modern air-conditioned transportation with a licensed driver.
- English-speaking licensed tour guide.
- Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary.
- Mineral water during the tour.
Tour leader free of charge sharing DBL / TWIN room for every 15 paying passengers.
Excluded
- International flights and Jordan departure tax, if not included in the airfare.
- Meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- Personal expenses such as beverages, laundry, shopping, and telephone calls.
- Optional activities not mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tips and gratuities.
- Travel insurance and medical coverage.
- Any services not listed under the Included section.
3-Star Package
- Starting from 597.00 USD per person
- Enjoy a comfortable 3-star Islamic Heritage package covering Amman and Petra, with selected hotels or similar accommodation.
- This package is ideal for travelers looking for a well-organized Islamic heritage experience with comfortable accommodation, private transportation, guided visits, and smooth travel arrangements throughout the tour.
- Package Includes
- Accommodation in Amman and Petra.
- Meal plan: BB / HB depending on the destination.
- Price based on sharing DBL / TWIN / TRP room.
4-Star Package
- Starting from 637.00 USD per person
- Upgrade your journey with a comfortable 4-star Islamic Heritage package covering Amman and Petra, with selected hotels or similar accommodation.
- This package is suitable for travelers who prefer a higher level of comfort while exploring Jordan’s sacred Islamic landmarks, historical sites, and cultural highlights.
- Package Includes
- Accommodation in Amman and Petra.
- Meal plan: BB / HB depending on the destination.
- Price based on sharing DBL / TWIN / TRP room.
Included
- Jordan Services
- Meet & Assist upon arrival and departure.
- Complimentary collective Jordan visa for eligible nationalities.
- Entrance fees to all sites mentioned in the itinerary.
- Mineral water during the tour.
- Tour leader free of charge sharing DBL / TWIN room for every 15 paying passengers.
- Accommodation & Meals
- Hotel accommodation according to the selected category.
- Daily breakfast at hotels.
- Half-board accommodation in Petra as specified.
- Welcome dinner in Amman.
- Transportation & Guiding
- Private modern air-conditioned transportation throughout the program.
- Licensed professional driver.
- English-speaking licensed tour guide.
- Other European language-speaking guides are available upon request.
Excluded
- International flights.
- Jordan departure tax, if not included in the airfare.
- Meals not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- Personal expenses such as beverages, laundry, shopping, and telephone calls.
- Optional activities not specifically mentioned in the itinerary.
- Tips and gratuities for guides, drivers, hotel staff, and other service providers.
- Travel insurance and medical coverage.
- Any services not clearly mentioned under the Included section.
Tour Map
Your journey begins in Amman, Jordan’s capital city, with a visit to the King Abdullah I Mosque and the Amman Citadel’s Umayyad Palace complex. From Amman, travel east into the desert to explore Jordan’s famous Umayyad Desert Castles, including Qusayr Amra, Qasr Kharana, and Qasr Azraq.
The route then continues north to Ajloun Castle, built during the era of Salah ad-Din, and Jerash, where ancient Roman remains stand alongside layers of later Islamic history. From there, travel south toward Mu’tah and Mazar to visit the shrines of the Prophet Muhammad’s companions, before continuing through Kerak and on to Petra.
In Petra, explore the archaeological park and, for interested travelers, arrange a visit to Jabal Haroun, traditionally venerated as the burial place of the Prophet Aaron. The journey then returns north toward Amman with meaningful stops at the Cave of the Seven Sleepers, known as Ahl Al-Kahf, and the Prophet Shuaib’s Tomb near Wadi Shuaib.
This Islamic Heritage Tour offers a meaningful journey through Jordan’s sacred traditions, early Islamic landmarks, historic castles, desert architecture, and spiritual sites, making it ideal for Muslim travelers and heritage-focused groups.
