Jordan Islamic Martyrs' Shrines

Upon your arrival at Amman airport, our representative will be there to greet you and facilitate the visa process for your entry into Jordan. Subsequently, you will meet our driver who will escort you to Amman. Enjoy dinner and spend the night.

After breakfast at the hotel, embark on a journey starting with a drive to Ajloun Castle, constructed by Izz al-Din Usama, a commander and nephew of Salah ad-Din al-Ayyubi (Saladin), in AD 1184-1185. This fortress served as a strategic defense against Crusader attacks from Kerak in the south and Bisan in the west. Positioned to dominate a wide stretch of the northern Jordan Valley, it controlled key passages like Wadi Kufranjah, Wadi Rajeb, and Wadi al-Yabes, safeguarding communication routes between south Jordan and Syria. Its construction aimed to counter the advances of the Latin Kingdom of Transjordan and respond to the nearby castle of Belvoir.

Following this, we'll visit some Sahaba Shrines in the Jordan Valley, including:

• Abu Ubeida Amer Ibn Al-Jarrah: A relative of the Prophet and one of the first converts to Islam.
• Shurahbeil Ibn Hasanah: An early Muslim who sought refuge in Abyssinia.
• Derar Ibn Al-Azwar: A venerable companion known for his prowess in combat and poetry.
• Amir Ibn Abi Waqqas: The maternal cousin of the Prophet and the 11th person to embrace Islam.
• Mo'ath Ibn Jabal: Converted at 18, he was one of the six tasked with compiling the Holy Qur'an during Prophet Mohammad's lifetime. He passed away at 38 in the Jordan Valley.

Conclude the day by returning to the hotel in Amman for dinner and an overnight stay.

After breakfast at the hotel, kick off your day with a tour exploring the Citadel (Jabal Al Qal'a) and King Abdullah I Mosque. Around noon, the journey continues to the well-known Kahf Al-Raqeem or The Cave of The Seven Sleepers, as mentioned in the Holy Qur'an in a Sura named Al-Kahf (the Cave). This sacred site is located outside the village of Al-Raqeem, 10 km east of Amman.

Later, depart from Amman heading towards Salt to discover various Islamic sites:

In and around Salt, find several tombs of significant figures in Islam and others mentioned in the Holy Qur'an. Within a modern mosque in Wadi Shu'ayb, you'll discover the shrine of Prophet Shu'ayb 'Jethro,' the Midianite father-in-law of Prophet Moses, with whom Prophet Moses sought refuge after the incident in which he killed an Egyptian.

If time permits, drive southwest of Salt to an area known as Khirbet Ayyoub, where the foundations of an ancient building mark the final resting place of Prophet Ayyoub 'Jacob,' mentioned four times in the Holy Qur'an.

Additionally, within a mosque to the west of Salt, on a hill carrying his name, lies the shrine of Prophet Yusha' 'Joshua.' He was the apprentice of Prophet Moses and later his successor. Prophet Joshua led the army of the tribes of Israel in the conquest of the land of Palestine.

Conclude the day with a drive back to Amman for dinner and an overnight stay.

After breakfast and check-out, the journey from Amman leads us to Kerak to commence the Islamic tour:

In Kerak, you'll discover the poignant legacy of the Battle of Mutah (629 AD), the most significant battle during Prophet Mohammad's lifetime. The town of Al-Mazar Al-Janubi near Kerak is home to the tombs of esteemed companions: Zaid Ibn Harithah, Ja'far Ibn Abi Talib, and Abdullah Ibn Ruwahah, who sacrificed their lives fighting a combined Byzantine/Ghassanid army.

Within and around Kerak, several other shrines of Islamic significance await exploration. Visit the shrine of Prophet Nuh 'Noah' in the city of Kerak. Additionally, explore the shrine of Zaid Ibn Ali Ibn Al-Hussein, a great-great-grandson of Prophet Mohammad and a revered religious leader known for his righteous, majestic, and knowledgeable ways.

Continuing to Tafillah, the journey extends to visit the Sahabbah Shrines:

The much-loved venerable companion Jabir Ibn Abdullah Al-Ansari has a shrine in Tafillah.

Near Tafillah, discover the shrine of Prophet Adam's third son, Prophet Seeth, credited with inventing the arts and crafts. Also, explore the shrine of Farwah Ibn Amr Al-Judhami, located in Tafillah near Afra water springs. He served as the Roman-Byzantine governor of Ma'an district until he was crucified by the Byzantines for converting to Islam.

Visit the shrine of Al-Hareth Ibn Umayr Al-Azdi in Bsaira village on the way to Petra.

Concluding the day, we continue to Petra for dinner and an overnight stay.

Begin the day with breakfast at the hotel before embarking on a visit to the Red Rose City of Petra. This UNESCO World Heritage site, recently acclaimed as one of the New 7 Wonders of the World, stands as the remarkable legacy of the Nabataeans, an industrious Arab people who settled in southern Jordan over 2000 years ago.

We'll organize your entrance fees and arrange for a private site guide to accompany you through the main attractions of the lower part of the city for 2.5 to 3 hours. Your exploration with the guide will commence from the main gate, winding through the Siq to visit iconic sites such as the Treasury, Street of Facades, the Theatre, all the way down to the Nympheom and Qaser El-Bent. Subsequently, you'll have some free hours to explore further on your own.

Later, return to the main gate to meet our driver and continue the journey back to Amman for dinner and an overnight stay.

Conclude your journey with breakfast at the hotel. Following that, based on your flight details, we will arrange a transfer to Amman Airport for your departure. Safe travels!