Highlights of Jordan

Amman, the capital of Jordan, is a fascinating city of contrasts - dating back to the Stone Age, with a unique blend of old and new. Petra is often described as the eighth wonder of the ancient world and is without doubt Jordan’s most valuable treasure and greatest tourist attraction. This vast, unique city was carved into the sheer rock face by the people who settled here more than 2,000 years ago. Jerash, the ancient city dating back more than 6,500 years and hidden for centuries in sand, is a close second to Petra on the list of favourite destinations in Jordan.

Please note: Tours are private and can be tailor-made.

Amman, the capital of Jordan, is a fascinating city of contrasts - dating back to the Stone Age, with a unique blend of old and new. Petra is often described as the eighth wonder of the ancient world and is without doubt Jordan’s most valuable treasure and greatest tourist attraction. This vast, unique city was carved into the sheer rock face by the people who settled here more than 2,000 years ago. Jerash, the ancient city dating back more than 6,500 years and hidden for centuries in sand, is a close second to Petra on the list of favourite destinations in Jordan.

The site is generally acknowledged to be one of the best preserved Roman provincial towns in the world. Wadi Rum, a timeless place also known as ‘Valley of the Moon’, is virtually untouched by humanity. Here the weather and winds have carved an imposing maze of monolithic rockscapes. The Dead Sea is without doubt, one of the world’s most amazing places with a dramatic, beautiful landscape. The rich mineral waters with curative properties make this region popular with excellent hotels and spas, together with archaeological and spiritual discoveries.

Day 1: Amman

On arrival into Amman you will be met and transferred to the Marriott Hotel for overnight stay.

Day 2: Amman, Jerash & Dead Sea

After breakfast you will be met by your driver for the journey to Jerash, less than an hour’s drive away. Here you will have the services of a local guide to show you one of the largest Roman sites outside of Italy, a compound of ancient columns and ruins. Continue by road to the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, for your overnight stay at the Marriott Hotel Dead Sea. (B)

Day 3: Madaba, Mt Nebo & Kerak

After breakfast you will begin the journey south to Petra, travelling via the 5,000 year old King’s Highway and stopping enroute at several ancient sites. The first is Madaba, the city of Mosaics, dating back to 1300 BC. Travel on to Mount Nebo for a visit to one of the most revered holy sites in Jordan and the biblical spot where Moses was buried. Then continue to visit Kerak and the magnificent Crusader fortress, before arriving in Petra. Overnight: Marriott Hotel Petra. (B)

Day 4: Petra to Wadi Rum

This morning with a local guide you explore the most famous site in Jordan, the magnificent rose coloured city carved into the rock face. Begin the tour with an optional horseback ride through the twisting rock ravine to the temple itself. After the tour leave Petra behind and travel by road to and Wadi Rum for dinner and overnight at Bait Ali Camp, built in the traditional tented Bedouin style. The camp blends naturally into the desert surroundings and offers nightly entertainment. Overnight: Bait Ali Camp. (BD)

Day 5: Wadi Rum to Amman

This morning take a 90-minute 4WD jeep ride in the dunes before returning to Amman via the desert highway and final night at the Marriott Hotel Amman. (B)

Day 6: Departure Amman

After breakfast transfer to the airport for departing flight. (B)

Inclusions:

• Transfers
• 5 nights accommodation with breakfast daily and dinner at Wadi Rum camp
• 4x4 jeep ride in Wadi Rum
• Entrance fees to all sites in the itinerary
• Local guides at Jerash and Petra only
• Short horse ride in Petra

Optional tours of Petra by Candlelight are available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at a cost of $40.00 per person.

NB Please note that Wadi Rum is desert and as the accommodation is tented it can be very cold during the winter months of December, January and February.