The ancient cities of Jerash and Petra, deserts, crusader castles, thermal springs and gorgeous mosaics – all visited on this great tour over 8 days.
After passing through Immigration and Customs control, proceed to the Arrivals Hall where your English speaking driver will be waiting. Begin your holiday by undertaking a tour of downtown Amman and visiting the Citadel before checking-in to your hotel. Overnight: Amman.
This morning we head to Jerash, one of the best preserved Roman provincial towns in the world. With an English speaking guide, enter through Hadrian’s Arch for a 2 hour guided tour. Continue exploring on your own before returning to the entrance gates to meet your driver and travel to Ajloun. Visit the castle, a fine example of Islamic architecture, with sweeping views over the Jordan Valley. Return to Amman. Overnight: Amman.
Today we start our drive along the Kings’ Highway to Mt. Nebo where God showed Moses the Promised Land before he died. From the lookout view the Jordan Valley, Dead Sea, Jericho, and the Mountains of Jerusalem. We then drive to Madaba, famous for the detailed mosaic map of the Holy Lands discovered on the floor of the St George Church. Continuing south along the Highway we arrive at the top of Wadi Mujib, a gorge which plunges to the Dead Sea 420m below the sea level. We head south to explore the Crusader Castle of Karak, built in 1132/34 by King Baldwin I. of Jerusalem. Drive to Petra. Overnight: Petra.
Have breakfast then meet with your English speaking guide for a 3-4 hour tour of the rose-red city of Petra. Walk the 1.2km long Siq (chasm) passing shrines, tombs and carvings before exiting to the breathtaking sight of the Treasury. Walk the Street of Facades, passing the Roman Theatre to reach the Royal Tombs. See the Byzantine Church, Temple of the Winged Lions and Great Temple. At the museum your tour ends. Spend the rest of the day exploring more of the city or climb to the Monastery and/or High Place of Sacrifice. Make your own way back to your hotel for overnight. Overnight: Petra.
Near Petra is al-Barid (Little Petra) where the caravans used to rest on the fertile plains before entering Petra or heading away on one of the trade routes. Little Petra provided the accommodation and eateries for the cameleers. See rare examples of Nabataean paintings on the ceilings. If time permits, walk to the Neolithic Village – a short distance away – to see life as it was in 9,000-5,500 BC. Transfer to the beautiful desert valley of Wadi Rum, made famous by T E Lawrence. Freshen up at your campsite before climbing into the back of a 4×4 Jeep for a 2-3 hour tour. As you make your way through the canyons and across the vast tracks of red sand, see ancient inscriptions, extraordinarily coloured sand dunes and majestic mountains. Return to your camp to watch the sun set before enjoying a BBQ dinner under the stars. Overnight Wadi Rum Camp.
After breakfast you will transfer north to the Dead Sea. Along the way, stop at Lot’s Wife Pillar to take pictures. Continue to the northern foreshore of the Dead Sea where your hotel is situated to check-in. At 420 metres below the sea level, it is the lowest point on Earth. Spend the rest of the day floating in the Sea, coating yourself in the revitalizing black mud or lazing by a pool. Take advantage of one of the beauty treatments available at the hotel’s Spa (additional cost). Overnight: Dead Sea
This morning travel to Hammamat Springs. Swim in the thermally heated pools before returning to your Dead Sea hotel. Overnight: Dead Sea.
Check-out then transfer to the Queen Alia International Airport for your return home.
Location: 12km from centre of Amman.
Close to: Al Baraka Mall & King Abdullah Mosque
FacilitiesFree Wi-Fi, Restaurant, Bar/Lounge, Fitness Centre, Sauna, Computer Station, Outdoor Pool
Location: Amman Al Swefieh Ali Nasouh Al Taher Street, Bul. No 60
Close to:AlWakalat St.
FacilitiesAl Sayran restaurant, Meeting Room, VIP Lounge, deli cafe
Location: 4th Circle
Close to:Embassies
Facilities24 hour Room Service, Restaurant, Sauna, Jacuzzi and Outdoor Pool, High Speed WiFi.
Location: West Amman on road to Airport
Close to:Shopping, business districts
Facilities 3 restaurants, 24 hour Room Service, 24 hour Laundry/Dry Cleaning/Pressing, High Speed Internet, Currency Exchange
Location: 2km from city centre
Close to:The Citadel, Roman Theatre and shopping centers
Facilities High Speed Internet, 24 hour Room Service, Babysitting, Currency Exchange, ATM machine
Location: Shmeisani commercial business and diplomatic district
Close to: The Citadel, Roman Theatre and shopping centers
Facilities Free In-room WiFi, Health Club and Spa, 7 Restaurants, Bar
Location: Central Amman
Close to: within walking distanced of the old city area
Facilities 6 Restaurants, 24 Hour Room Service, Fitness & Wellness Centre, Tennis Court, Gift Shop, High Speed Internet throughout hotel, Same-day Laundry & Dry-Cleaning, Baby Sitting Services, ATM Machine
Location: Wadi Musa (Petra) – Tourism Street
Close to:very close to the visitors center
Facilities Restaurant, gift shop, Free Wi-Fi, Massage, Bar
Location: Wadi Musa (Petra)
Close to:Souk, 1km from Petra Archaeological Park,
Facilities Restaurant, Summer Roof-top Dining, Indoor Heated Swimming Pool, Jacuzzi, Turkish Bath, 24 Hour Room Service, Internet Access, Currency Exchange, Coffee Shop, Gift Shop, Same day Laundry & Dry Cleaning
Location: Wadi Musa (Petra)
Close to:Souk, 1km from Petra Archaeological Park.
Facilities Internet Access in Rooms, Restaurant, Rooftop Pool and Covered Terrace, Gift Shop, Laundry & Dry Cleaning Service
Location: Wadi Musa (Petra)
Close to: 100m from Petra Archaeological Park, 100m from Restaurants
Facilities Restaurant, High Speed Internet WiFi, Rooftop Terrace and Swimming Pool (April-November)
Location: Wadi Musa (Petra)
Close to:At the entrance gate to Petra Archaeological Park, 200m from Restaurants
Facilities Lobby Lounge, Restaurant, Bar, 24 Hour Room Service
Location: Wadi Musa (Petra)
Close to: at entrance to Petra Archaeological Park, local Restaurants
Facilities Outdoor Pool, 7 Restaurants, Fitness & Wellness Centre, Free WiFi, Free Mini-bar
Location: Above Petra Valley
Close to:10-15 minute drive from entrance to Petra Archaeological Park
Facilities Currency Exchange, Bookstore, Gift Shop, Laundry & Dry Cleaning, Newspapers, 24 Hour Room Service, 2 Restaurants, Bar
Location: northern foreshore of Dead Sea, 45 minutes drive from Queen Alia International Airport
Close to:Hammamat Ma’in Thermal Springs, Baptism Site, Mt Nebo, Madaba
Facilities High Speed Internet, Disability Accessible Rooms, 24 Hour Room Service, 2 Restaurants, 2 Bars and a Lobby Lounge, Aqua Fun Centre for Children, Spa & Wellness Centre, Private Beach Access to the Dead Sea, Gift Shop
Location: northern foreshore of Dead Sea, 45 minutes drive from Queen Alia International Airport
Close to: Hammamat Ma’in Thermal Springs, Baptism Site, Mt Nebo, Madaba
Facilities Private Beach access to the Dead Sea, 9 Pools, Fitness Centre, Tennis Court, Internet Access, Kids Club, 4 Restaurants, Luxury Spa
Location: northern foreshore of Dead Sea, 45 minutes drive from Queen Alia International Airport
Close to: Hammamat Ma’in Thermal Springs, Baptism Site, Mt Nebo, Madaba
Facilities Private Beach Access to the Dead Sea, outdoor pool, Sauna and Hot Tub in Hotel’s Health
Location: northern foreshore of Dead Sea, 45 minutes drive from Queen Alia International Airport
Close to: Hammamat Ma’in Thermal Springs, Baptism Site, Mt Nebo, Madaba
Facilities Private Beach access, several swimming pools including an infinity pool and heated winter pool
Location: northern foreshore of Dead Sea, 45 minutes drive from Queen Alia International Airport
Close to: Hammamat Ma’in Thermal Springs, Baptism Site, Mt Nebo, Madaba
Facilities Outdoor Pool, 24 Hour Gym, Spa & Wellness Centre, 2 Restaurants, 2 Bars and 1 Lounge, Laundry & Dry Cleaning, Childrens’ Care Services, WiFi.
Location: northern foreshore of Dead Sea, 45 minutes drive from Queen Alia International Airport
Close to: Hammamat Ma’in Thermal Springs, Baptism Site, Mt Nebo, Madaba
Facilities Private Beach Access, free WiFi, 5 Restaurants, 3 Bars, 2 Lounges, Jogging/Fitness Trail, Volleyball, Tennis, Children’s Pool & Indoor/Outdoor Play Area, 3 Adult Outdoor Pools, 1 Adult Indoor Pool
Location: Downtown Aqaba
Close to: Shops (including Duty Free), Souk
Facilities Coffee Shop, Outdoor Pool, Room Service (18/24), Laundry & Dry Cleaning, Kid’s Area, WiFi, Currency Exchange, Barber, Fitness Centre
Location: Downtown Aqaba
Close to: Shops (including Duty Free), Souk
Facilities Restaurant, 4 Cafe’s, Health Club & Gym, Jacuzzi, Outdoor Pool, WiFi
Location: Downtown Aqaba
Close to: Shops (including Duty Free), Souk
Facilities Rooftop Terrace Restaurant and Bar, Outdoor Pool.
Location: Tala Bay, Aqaba
Close to: 5 minute walk to beach
Facilities Gym (with classes daily), 2 adult Pools, 1 children’s Pool, Table Tennis, Water Sports, Children’s Playgound, Babysitting, WiFi, Free Shuttle Bus to Aqaba (daily), Laundry & Dry Cleaning, Gift Shop
Location: Downtown Aqaba
Close to: Shops (including Duty Free), Souk, beachfront
Facilities 5 Restaurants & Cafes, Fitness Centre, Outdoor Pool, Whirlpools, Steam Room & Sauna
Location: Downtown Aqaba
Close to: Private beach, Shops (including Duty Free), Souk
Facilities 8 Restaurants & Bars, Fitness Centre, WiFi, Health Club, 4 Pools
Location: Tala Bay, Aqaba
Close to: Private beach
Facilities Outdoor Pool, Wellness & Fitness Centre, Water Activities, 24 Hour Laundry Service, 2 Restaurants, 3 Bars
Location: Tala Bay, Aqaba
Close to: Private beach
Facilities 5 Restaurants, Cocktail Lounge, 24 Hour Room Service, 24/7 Gym, Health & Fitness Centre, Spa, WiFi, Outdoor Pool, Sports court, Laundry & Dry Cleaning, ATM
Location: Wadi Rum desert
Facilities Bedouin Tents, Male/Female Toilet/Showers
Location: Wadi Rum desert
Facilities Bedouin Tents, Male/Female Toilet/Showers
Location: W Wadi Rum desert
Close to: Visitors’ Centre, Disi
Facilities Tents with private bathrooms, 24 Hour Room Service, Robes & Slippers, Closets & Luggage Racks.
