Umm Al-Jimal & Royal Moon Tour

Aperçu

Umm el-Jimal is a UNESCO World Heritage city unlike any other in Jordan — an entire Byzantine and early Islamic town built from dark volcanic stone, remarkably intact and almost always empty of crowds.

Vidéo du voyage

Points forts

• UNESCO World Heritage site
• Intact black basalt houses & churches
• Rarely-crowded desert ruins
• Visitor center exhibits

Itinéraire

1. 1

   Morning — departure

   Drive northeast toward the basalt desert of Mafraq.

2. 2

   Midday — Umm el-Jimal

   Guided walk through the ancient basalt town and visitor center.

3. 3

   Afternoon — return

   Relaxed drive back to Amman.