Published on Jun, 2023
Wonderful experience! Our guide, Abdullah, was terrific. From ancient history to current events to geology and geography, he informed us of so many things.
I will say the crossing from Israel to Jordan was quite confusing and could have been better explained. Much delay about what line to be in, exchange money here or later (later, there is a bank ATM just down the road at Jordan passport control.) and so forth. But a ray of sunshine: our Jordanian driver was waiting for each of us, clipboard in hand to be sure we were all accounted for! He shepherded us onto the bus and took us to Abdullah at passport control. (BTW, coming back from Jordan was a breeze).
A lovely drive thru the lush Jordan River Valley to Mt Nebo, where Moses led the Israelites to the Promised Land. A delicious buffet lunch followed in town at the Mt Nebo Palace.
Our next visit was in Madaba, to the Church of St George. Beautiful mosaics, and in particular, a map on the floor of the Jordan River. Historians and Archeologists have used this map to determine the place of Jesus's Baptism!
Our drive continued thru interesting little villages and countryside, with planned rest stops.
Late afternoon we arrived at the 7 Wonders Bedouin Camp, our lodging for the night (see also).
Fortunately, an early start to see Petra!
Absolutely Amazing! After arriving at the Treasury, we were given sufficient free time to explore various trails, according to one's own stamina.
Another delicious buffet lunch at Petra Magic restaurant in Wadi Musa followed.
This afternoon's drive took us up toward Amman, then to the border crossing.
Just an amazing adventure, and very well done.
I booked several Abraham tours while in Jerusalem, and all were great.
