This trip will cover: Amman Highlights, Jerash, Ajloun, Madaba, Mount Nebo, Karak Castle, Petra, Wadi Rum, Aqaba and The Dead Sea.
On this trip, you will have the chance to experience the rich cultural heritage and spectacular scenery that Jordan has to offer. Your journey will take you to the beautifully preserved city of Jerash that lies to the north; the biblical site of Mount Nebo; Petra (the city carved into sandstone that has been lost to the outside world and recently added to the New Seven Wonders of the World), Wadi Rum; and the magical waters of the Dead Sea.
Inclusions & Exclusions
✔ Airport Pick-up and Drop-off
✔ Accommodation at all hotels on Bed & Breakfast basis
✔ English speaking local guides at sites in Amman Citadel
✔ 2 Hours Complementary Jeep Safari in Wadi Rum
✔ Local English-speaking guide in Jerash for 2 hours
✔ All Sight Seeing Entrance Fees
✔ Dinner
✔ Breakfast
✔ All fees and/or taxes
✔ Private English guided tour of Petra (tour length is 2 hours, and covers the lower parts of Petra).
✔ Entry Visa to Jordan
✔ Accommodation at desert camp in Wadi Rum on Breakfast & Dinner basis
✔ Transportation in Modern A/C private vehicles
✖ Meals and beverages not mentioned in inclusions
✖ Tipping
✖ Personal expenses
Pickup Locations
1. Hamoudah Hotel
2. Centro Mada Amman
3. The Ritz-carlton, Amman
4. Al Nojoom International Hotel
5. Lilac Hotel Amman
6. Alfayaad Lilshuqaq Alfunduqia
7. Luxury Palace Hotel
8. Amman Orchid Hotel
9. A cacia
10. Amman Paradise Hotel
11. Dara Apartment Hotel
12. Beirut Hotel 2 New
13. 46 Serviced Apartments
14. Makmoret Shahnaz Guest House
15. Antalya Hotel
16. Seleen Hotel Suites
17. Sheraz Hotel
18. Al Ghadeer Hotel
19. Al Mansi Hotel - 2
20. Twins Downtown Hotel
Additional Info: We will pick up the guest from Amman airport or his/her hotel located in Amman or The Dead Sea.
Itinerary
Airport Pickup / Transfer to your hotel in Amman or The Dead Sea
1
Upon your arrival, one of our representatives will meet you with a sign of your family name. Within 30 minutes, you will be in your hotel in Amman.
After check-in at the hotel, we will leave you to rest and freshen up, so you can be ready for the next day trip.
Duration: 30 minutes
Jerash / Ajloun / Amman City Tour
1
Jerash Ruins
After breakfast, we will start out by heading north. We will travel to our first spectacular site, The Greco-Roman City of Jerash, also known as the city of the thousand columns. It is considered one of the largest and most well-preserved sites of Roman architecture in the World outside Italy. You will get a chance to gaze upon this special place that has survived thousands of years.
Duration: 2 hours
2
Ajloun Castle
Proceed to the town of Ajloun with its fortress; one of the best-preserved examples of medieval Arab military architecture in the entire Middle East, which was once governed by Saladin. Something that you will most certainly notice while driving towards Ajloun is how the landscape of Jordan changes from desert in the south to lush green vegetation such as pine tree forests and olive groves in the north. This is just one of the many characteristics of Jordan that makes it a wonderfully unique country.
Duration: 2 hours
3
The Citadel
Return to Amman, Visit Amman Citadel. It is not a stop you would want to miss due to its great significance. Standing as a test of time, and indeed proof that modern Amman has been inhabited for the past 7,000 years.
Upon arriving at the Citadel, you will notice that it's grandly situated on the peak of an L-shaped mountain, where it beautifully captures the incredible views of the seven mountains that assemble Amman, where you can inhale the surrounding atmosphere.
Duration: 60 minutes
4
Roman Theatre
We will now head off to the Roman Amphitheater, which can be viewed from the citadel. A large and steeply raked theatre that could seat about 6,000 people and was built into the hillside and oriented north which kept the sun off the spectators.
Duration: 60 minutes
King’s Highway (Mount Nebo / Madaba / Wadi Mujib Overview / Karak Castle)
1
Mount Nebo
After Breakfast, you will have a whole day to explore the King's highway, which was once, part of the ancient Silk Road. Depart for a journey south of Amman to visit Mt Nebo, where Mosses is believed to be buried. It is the most reserved holy site in Jordan and a place of pilgrimage for Christians.
Duration: 30 minutes
2
Madaba
Next, head to the Biblical city of Madaba “The City of Mosaics”. You will be visiting the St. George Greek Orthodox Church, where you will see the masterpiece of Madaba (a Byzantine mosaic map of the Holy Land that goes back to the 6th century, showing Jerusalem and other cities), you will also visit the Archaeological Park, which houses the remains of several Byzantine churches, including the amazing mosaics of the Church of the Virgin.
Duration: 60 minutes
3
Wadi al-Mujib
Afterward, You will be going around the deep valley of Wadi Mujib, that offers one of the best views this part of the country has to offer.
Duration: 30 minutes
4
Karak Castle
Proceed to visit Karak Castle, an ancient Crusader stronghold, which is the largest late Islamic castle in Jordan. You will visit one of the largest Crusader fortresses that are found in the Levant region. Karak was once a powerful kingdom that was situated on a hilltop, 1000 meters above sea level. Karak is surrounded on three sides by a deep valley, and a town was built on a triangular plateau around the castle; the city’s building layout has been dated back to the 19th century, specifically the Ottoman Empire Period. The narrow streets and crumbling buildings give you a feeling of walking through history.
The view from the top of the fortress is stunning. Far below you see farmland, blocked off by different colors; looking out into the distance, the Dead Sea can be seen; a cool breeze caresses your face as you look out and try to imagine the world of long ago.
Duration: 2 hours
Petra Day Visit
1
Petra
On this day, you get to explore a city carved into stone, walk through a dim, narrow gorge called The Siq, (a holy path filled with old and ancient relics of gods); a sophisticated water system has been placed on both sides of the gorge. Much more will be revealed to you as you walk until you reach The Treasury. You will be mesmerized like Indian Jones was in the movie (The Last Crusade).
A whole city, carved from stone, will open up before you once you leave The Treasury. Houses, theaters, tombs, facades. As the sun casts its rays onto these places and other tourists stroll along and discover the hidden secrets of Petra you will understand what life must have been like for the people living here-tranquil, bustling, and exquisite.
Duration: 7 hours
Wadi Rum day visit
1
Wadi Rum Protected Area
After breakfast, proceed to Wadi Rum; a protected area covering 720 square kilometers of dramatic desert wilderness in the south of Jordan. Huge mountains of sandstone and granite emerge,
Once we reach Wadi Rum, our Bedouin friend will greet you at his home with traditional Bedouin tea (tea made with fresh sage and sugar). After your short rest, you will be set to explore the immense area of Wadi Rum while you are driven in the back of an 4x4 truck. To discover a landscape that was once described by the British officer T. E. Lawrence as, 'vast, echoing and Godlike.' This description wonderfully summarizes the Wadi Rum experience. As you are driven around, you will notice the bright blue sky above.
You will notice how the mountains of rock just seem to melt under the sun’s energy; you will also notice the tracks of camels, foxes and wild dogs sprinkled on the wind-swept sand; you will also notice the silence and how much you feel a part of the world that lay before you.
Duration: 5 hours
Aqaba Sightseeing and Free Day at Leisure
1
Aqaba Castle
After Breakfast, you will be driven to visit the most popular sightseeing in Aqaba:
Aqaba Castle, Which was a part of the pilgrimage stops aligning the Northern Way.
Duration: 30 minutes
2
Aqaba Church
which is said to be the oldest known purposely built church of the world and hence forms an important location for many. Historians and archaeologists
Duration: 30 minutes
3
Ayla
Which is one of the oldest Islamic cities that was founded in 650. The ruins of this city fascinate a lot of architecture and historians from all around the world, thus making it an important tourist site.
Duration: 45 minutes
4
Aqaba
Afterward, you get back to your hotel for free time at leisure and overnight.
Duration: 5 hours
Dead Sea Free Day at Leisure
1
Dead Sea Region
Breakfast and drive to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, with its 423 meters below sea level. Free day at leisure to enjoy the unique salty water, which is four times saltier than normal seawater. This unusually salty, buoyant and mineral - rich water has attracted visitors since ancient times, all of whom have floated effortlessly on their backs while soaking up the water's healthy minerals along with the gently defused rays of the Jordanian sun.
Today all you have to do is relax and float on your back, read your favorite magazine and have your Facebook profile picture taken.
Duration: 7 hours
Departure
1
After breakfast, you will be driven to the airport where you will say your goodbyes; a staff member will take your luggage inside and wish you a safe and pleasant trip home.
Duration: 30 minutes
Cancellation Policy
If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.
If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.
Additional info
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Specialized infant seats are available
• Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
