Overview
Enter the ancient Nabatean Kingdoms Rose City, Petra with a horse ride to admire the beauty of the pink sandstone carved cliffs.
You´ll be saying wow in Wadi Rum as you spend the night in the dessert, get cozy in authentic Bedouin fashion.
You´ll enjoy beach time in Aqaba, the jewel of the Red Sea and float easily in the salty waters just outside your hotel in the Dead Sea before heading home. Private transportation starting from your arrival in Queen Allia International Airport in Amman until your departure is included.
Itinerary
Arrival at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman. welcome greeting and personalized transfer service to your selected hotel in Amman. Check in , free time to relax.
After breakfast, transfer to Jerash in about 45 minutes drive start your visit to explore the hidden beauty of this Greco-Roman site, and saunter along the actual ancient Roman streets that run throughout the city as you take in the marvel of the eastern part of the ancient Roman Empire. After the visit, proceed to the Saracen castle at Ajlun. This 12th Century castle was built by Saladin in his successful campaign to drive the Crusaders from Jordan in 1189 and is an outstanding example of Arab/Islamic military architecture. In the afternoon, return to Amman for a tour of Old and New. Tour Jordan’s capital city. Visits include the Citadel, the Amphitheater, downtown , the herbs and vegetable market and the oldest most well known Middle Eastern pastry shop, Habibah Sweets. It’s rich history is rivaled only by it’s magnigicent creations that have been serving thousand of sweet tooth customers since before there were borders! Your guide will treat you to some legendary Kinafeh. Return to your hotel. Overnight at the hotel in Amman. MEALS: B
Optional Add-On: $45 p.p.
Tonight, culinary discovery continue with dinner at a Jordanian restaurant.
After breakfast, check out and depart Amman to visit the mosaic city of Madaba, start the tour in Madaba where the oldest map of the Holy Land exists on the floor of Saint George´s Church. Madaba, or Medeba in antiquity, features many famous mosaics that exist in public and private buildings. After Madaba, a short drive will bring you to Mt. Nebo, the alleged burial site of Moses overlooking the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea. Here Franciscans have built a structure that protects a 4th and 6th Century Byzantine church. Continue on via the desert road to visit the Crusader Castle at Shoback.
Proceed to Petra. Overnight at the hotel in Petra (B).
Petra,once the ancient Nabatean capital, this city has a lot to tell. The visit starts at the visitors center, where we are assigned a Bedouin guided horse for the journey to the entrance of the lost city. After passing some tombs that are located outside the city, we will pass through the Siq an immense crack in the Nubian sandstone. It is a winding, one-kilometer-long fissure between overhanging cliffs that seem to meet more than 300 feet overhead. Near the end of the passage, the Siq, we will make one last turn and out of the gloom into a towering brightness, where Petra’s most impressive monument, el Khazneh – The Treasury, stands. This most elegant remains of antiquity is carved out of solid rock from the side of the mountain. It is nearly 140 feet high and 90 feet wide. Beyond el Khazneh we are surrounded on both sides by hundreds of Petra’s carved and built structures, soaring temples, elaborate royal tombs, a carved Roman theater, large and small houses, burial chambers and much more.
Depart Petra to Wadi Rum. Jordan´s Wadi Rum is one of the world´s most beautiful deserts, filled with magnificent rose sandstone mountains, canyons & dunes.
Sunset Camel ride
Dinner and overnight in a real Bedouin Camp in Wadi Rum (B, D).
Breakfast at the camp. Ready for your 4×4 Jeep Tour which starts at Wadi Rum center, board jeeps owned by the local Bedouins for a trip into the many sites in the moon-like landscaped desert. You will visit Lawrence spring this spring was named for T.E. Lawrence, of Lawrence of Arabia fame, who fought in the Arab revolt against the Ottoman Empire. Wadi Rum visitors center, take 4*4 jeeps owned by the local Bedouins for a trip into the many sites in the moon-like landscaped desert. You will visit Lawrence spring this spring was named for T.E. Lawrence, of Lawrence of Arabia. Check out for departure to
Aqaba on the Red Sea. Check in to your 5-star Aqaba resort complete with a private white-sand beach lapped by turquoise waters.
Today you´ll be picked up for the drive to the Dead Sea. Enjoy your day at Dead Sea for a swim in the salty waters of this lowest spot on earth. Experience the ultimate sensation of trying to swim, while you can actually only float. Overnight at the hotel at Dead Sea (B).
After Breakfast, transfer to Amman airport for your departure flight (B).
Includes:
- 2 Nights hotel accommodation in Amman
- 1 Night hotel accommodation in Petra
- 1 Night accommodation in a Bedouin Camp in Wadi Run
- 1 Night hotel accommodation in Aqaba
- 1 Night hotel accommodation Dead Sea
- 7 meals: 6 breakfasts, 1 dinner
- Horse ride in Petra
- Jeep tour in Wadi Rum
- Comprehensive sightseeing in Amman, Jerash, Madaba and Mt. Nebo
- All transfers with baggage handling throughout
- Entrance fees to sites visited as indicated in the itinerary
- All transportation within Jordan via a/c vehicle
- Government Hotel Taxes
- Services of SLT local representatives throughout
- SLT guaranteed tour performance warranty
High season travel supplement $100 per person for travel period October 01 – March 31
Advertised rate is for Low season travel period April 1 – September 30 , 2023 and 2024 (Excluding Easter & Event Blackout dates)
Amman:
Geneva Hotel: The Geneva Hotel – Amman is a four star family owned and operated hotel. The hotel cater to the corporate, diplomatic and tourist industry from all over the world. The hotel is a masterpiece of contemporary design and luxurious decor and furnishings.
Petra:
Petra Moon Hotel: Just 300 ft from the gate to Petra, our hotel features spacious rooms with private balconies and flat-screen TVs. Amazing Roof Terrace looks over Petra Mountains with outdoor pool on the 5th floor.
The soundproofed rooms and suites at Petra Moon come with satellite channels and a DVD player. Each has air conditioning and a private bathroom..
Wadi Rum:
Sun City Camp: formerly known as ‘Bedouin Guides’ established for almost 10 years. We are experienced local guides borne and raised in Wadi Rum. Because of our great love we have for our homeland, it is a pleasure for us to share with you the very best of Bedouin life in our village and in the desert.
Aqaba:
Intercontinental Hotel: Perfect for Red Sea holidays and business, this 5-star Aqaba resort has a private white-sand beach lapped by turquoise waters. Luxury guestrooms with balconies overlook a lagoon-style pool. Chic restaurants and a full-service spa help you stay refreshed and relaxed. Explore this magical region with the help of our concierge, who can arrange Red Sea snorkelling and diving, as well as day trips to Petra. Downtown Aqaba is a short stroll away, and King Hussein Airport can be reached in 15 minutes.
Dead Sea:
Holiday Inn Hotel: A buzzing Dead Sea spa hotel and resort for a family-friendly stay in Jordan.
Soak up the ancient magic of Jordan’s Dead Sea in contemporary comfort at the Holiday Inn® Resort Dead Sea hotel. A 45-minute drive from Queen Alia International Airport, the 5-star hotel has a sun-drenched private beach whose soft sands are lapped by the healing waters of the world’s most famous salt lake.
