In 8 days see all the key historical sites of Jordan from Umm Qais in the far north, down to Aqaba on the Red Sea in the south.
After passing through Immigration and Customs, proceed to the Arrivals Hall where your English speaking driver will be waiting to transfer you direct to your hotel. Overnight: Amman.
This morning, drive to the far north of Jordan to Umm Qais with its spectacular panoramic views over the Sea of Galilee. The basalt basilica is believed to be the site of Jesus’ miracle of the Gadarene swine. Drive to Jerash, one of the best preserved and most complete Roman provincial cities in the world. With your guide enjoy a 2 hour walking tour through the ruins of this city, entering through Hadrian’s Arch and visiting the Hippodrome, Temple of Zeus, Roman Theatres, Temple of Artemis, colonnaded streets and more. Return to Amman. Overnight: Amman.
After breakfast, drive along the Kings’ Highway to the 6th Century St George Church in Madaba to see the oldest known mosaic map of the Holy Lands. A short drive brings us to Mt Nebo where God permitted Moses a view of the Promised Land before he died. From the lookout see Jericho and the Dead Sea. Descend to the Rift Valley and travel to Bethany Beyond the Jordan. It is here that Jesus was baptised by John the Baptist and where Joshua led the children of Israel into the Promised Land. Drive to the Dead Sea to check-in to your hotel for your overnight stay. The rest of the day is free-time. At 420m below sea level the Dead Sea is the lowest point on earth. Float in the therapeutic waters or laze by a freshwater pool. Overnight: Dead Sea
Drive south beside the Dead Sea to reach Lot’s Wife Pillar. Travel up the winding road through the al-Sharah Mountains, every turn providing stunning scenery of Wadi Araba and the Rift Valley, until we reach the nature reserve at Dana on the Kings’ Highway. We will stop at a place overlooking Dana and enjoy the view before continuing along the Highway to Shoback Castle. This Crusader Castle is where Saladin fought Richard the Lion. Drive on to Petra. Overnight: Petra
With your English speaking guide, walk through the 1.2km long Siq (chasm) to reach the rose-red city of Petra, passing the remains of Nabataean shrines, tombs, water channels, wall carvings and some of the original paving stones. See the magnificent Treasury as you exit the Siq, explore the Street of Facades, the Roman Theatre, Royal Tombs, Colonnaded Street, Byzantine Church, Winged Lion’s Temple, Qasr al Bint, and the Petra Museum where your guided tour will end. On your own, climb to the Monastery and/or High Place of Sacrifice on your own. Return to your hotel via the Siq. Overnight: Petra
A short distance from Petra is al Barid (Little Petra). Located on the fertile plains outside Petra, this is where the caravans rested before entering Petra or assembled before heading out on a trade route. Little Petra was the accommodation and eateries for the cameleers. See the Bride’s Well, carved inside a mountain by the Nabataeans to collect rainwater for feeding animals and watering their crops. Travel to the beautiful desert valley of Wadi Rum, made famous by T E Lawrence. Wadi Rum is a protected area of dramatic desert wilderness in the south of Jordan. Freshen up at your campsite and enjoy a bbq lunch be climbing into a 4×4 jeep for a 3-4 hour tour. As you make your way through the canyons and across the vast tracks of red sand, see ancient rock inscriptions, extraordinarily coloured sand dunes and majestic mountains. Return to your campsite to see a beautiful sunset before sitting down to a traditional Jordanian dinner (zarb). Overnight: Wadi Rum
After breakfast, leave the desert behind and travel to Aqaba on the Red Sea. Drive through the city centre to reach the Aqaba Castle and Museum. The castle was originally built by the Mamluk sultan Qansweh Al Ghuri in the 14th century. The fort is located next to the Aqaba Flagpole which carries the flag of the Arab revolt of 1916 against the Ottomans. Adjacent to the fort is the Aqaba Archaeological Museum, once the residence of Sharif Hussein. Check-in to your hotel and have free-time to explore the duty free shops or head to the beach for swimming, snorkeling, scuba diving, etc. Overnight: Aqaba
Following breakfast and check-out, drive north along the Desert Highway to the Queen Alia International Airport for your departure flight. ADD ON: extra day in Petra and/or Aqaba
Location: 12km from centre of Amman.
Close to:Al Baraka Mall & King Abdullah Mosque
Facilities: Free 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.
Facilities: Al Sayran restaurant, Meeting Room, VIP Lounge, deli cafe
Location: 4th Circle
Close to: Embassies
Facilities: 24 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.
