Discover Jordan

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Discover Jordan

This fascinating tour unravels the natural and cultural charms of Jordan. It starts from Amman, the striking capital of Jordan, followed by popular sites like the Dead Sea, Petra, and Jerash. Discover some of the country’s equally enthralling tourist destinations such as Kerak, Wadi Rum and Little Petra. Drive along the scenic Kingsway Road and visit Madaba city for memorable experiences.

 

Tour Nights

  • Amman: 5 nights
  • Petra: 1 nights
  • Wadi Rum: 1 nights
  • Tour code: AWJ04
  • Accommodation Grade
  • Group Tour

Tour At a Glance

  • Admire the marvellous architecture of the Desert Castles
  • Explore Amman, the gorgeous capital of Jordan
  • Discover some of the well-preserved historical and architectural wonders in Jerash
  • Drive along the famous Kingsway Road
  • Visit the historical city of Madaba as well as the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George en route to Mount Nebo
  • Enjoy a 4x4 ride in the Wadi Rum

Itinerary details

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  • Day 1 Q.AIA Airport – Amman
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    Q.AIA Airport – Amman

    Meet & assist upon Arrival to Q.AIA Airport, Transfer to Amman Check in at your hotel and overnight.

  • Day 2 Amman – Desert Castles – Amman City Tour
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    Amman – Desert Castles – Amman City Tour

    After breakfast, begin your full day tour with a visit to some spectacular early Islamic art complexes, the Desert Castles. Jordan's Desert Castles, beautiful examples of both early Islamic art and architecture, stand testament to a fascinating era in the country's rich history. Their fine mosaics, frescoes, stone and stucco carvings and illustrations, inspired by the best in Persian and Graeco-Roman traditions, tell countless stories of life as it was during the 8th century. Called castles because of their imposing stature, the desert complexes actually served various purposes as caravan stations, agriculture and trade centers, resort pavilions and outposts that helped distant rulers forge ties with local Bedouins. This is followed by a tour of Jordan’s modern capital, Amman. Amman, often referred to as the ‘white city’ due to its facade of white limestone buildings and houses, offers a variety of historical sites. There are a number of renovations and excavations taking place that have revealed remains from the Neolithic period, as well as from the Hellenistic and late Roman to Arab Islamic Ages. Visit the Citadel which houses many structures such as the Temple of Hercules, the Umayyad Palace and a Byzantine Church. At the foot of the Citadel lies the 6,000 seat Roman Theatre, which is a deep-sided bowl carved into the hill and is still being used for cultural events. Another newly restored theatre is the 500-seat Odeon that is used for concerts. You will also pay a visit to the Jordan Archaeological Museum and the Folklore Museum, located within the above two sites, to get a further glimpse of history and culture. Return to hotel in Amman for overnight.  Read More

  • Day 3 Amman – Jerash - Ajloun - Amman
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    Amman – Jerash - Ajloun - Amman

    After breakfast, a full-day visit begins with Jerash, known as 'the Jewel of the North.' It is one of the largest and best-preserved examples of Roman architecture in the world outside of Italy. Often ranked closely behind Petra in the list of favorite Jordanian destinations, the ancient city of Jerash showcases a continuous history of human occupation spanning over 6,500 years. Its golden age occurred under Roman rule, and it is now widely recognized as one of the world's most intact Roman provincial towns. For many centuries, the city was b uried under the sand, but it has been excavated and restored over the last seventy years. Jerash offers a beautiful exposition of the grand, formal provincial Roman style of urban planning seen throughout the Middle East, characterized by paved colonnaded streets, majestic hilltop temples, attractive theaters, expansive public squares and plazas, baths, fountains, and city walls interspersed with towers and gates. The tour will continue with a visit to Ajloun Castle before driving back to the hotel in Amman for a restful overnight stay.  Read More

  • Day 4 Amman - Iraq El Amir - Dead Sea - Amman
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    Amman - Iraq El Amir - Dead Sea - Amman

    After breakfast, the entire day is dedicated to exploring Iraq El Amir, followed by a visit to the Dead Sea. This location is recognized as one of the most remarkable natural and spiritual landscapes across the globe, situated at the lowest point on Earth. Undeniably, the Jordan Rift Valley, where the Dead Sea is more than 400m below sea level, can be considered one of the world's most awe-inspiring places.

    This enormous body of water is the convergence point for several rivers, the River Jordan being one of them. These waters, once th ey enter the Dead Sea, become land-locked and have no escape route, causing them to evaporate. Consequently, a concentrated mixture of salts and minerals is left behind. These substances provide some of the most crucial components for various industries, including agriculture and medicine.

    A unique beauty is added to the Dead Sea due to the mountains flanking it to the east and the rolling hills of Jerusalem to the west. This results in a scenic view that is nothing short of other-worldly. Even though the area is scarcely populated and remarkably peaceful now, it holds historical significance for being the home to five biblical cities: Sodom, Gomorrah, Adman, Zebouin, and Zoar (also known as Bela).

    The day concludes with a return to the hotel in Amman for an overnight stay. 
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  • Day 5 Amman – Madaba - Mount Nebo – Kerak – Petra
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    Amman – Madaba - Mount Nebo – Kerak – Petra

    After breakfast, drive along the 2000 year old Kings Highway; the ancient road mentioned in the Bible, which links prehistoric villages from the Stone Age and biblical towns. Stop at Madaba, ‘The City of Mosaics’; 30km south of Amman. Visit the town’s main attraction, the Greek Orthodox Church of St. George where the famous 6th Century Byzantine mosaic map of the Holy Land and other biblical sites is found. Proceed to Mt. Nebo, known as the burial place of Prophet Moses. The mountain, which rises to 840m altitude, offers a spectacular v iew of the Holy Land. Continue driving via the Kings Highway, which links prehistoric villages from the Stone Age, and biblical towns, to arrive at Kerak, the magnificent Crusader Castle built in the 12th century AD, which is situated on a hilltop about 1000 meters above sea level and surrounded by a valley on three sides. Kerak has been inhabited since at least the Iron Age, and was an important city for the Moabites. Proceed to Petra for overnight.  Read More

  • Day 6 A day visit of Petra – Wadi Rum
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    A day visit of Petra – Wadi Rum

    After breakfast, a full day visit of the “Rose Red City” of Petra - a treasure of the ancient world. Celebrating in 2012 the 200th year of its rediscovery, the ancient Nabatean city of Petra was recently voted as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. It is without a doubt Jordan’s most valuable treasure and greatest tourist attraction. In 1985 Petra was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Begin your visit by enjoying a walk or a short horse ride from Petra’s main entrance to the entrance of the old city through the “Si q”, which is a 1210 meters long narrow canyon. As you reach the end of the Siq, the first and greatest monument of Petra slowly comes into view - this is the famous Treasury monument “Al Khazneh”. Petra is an extraordinary and unique place, which was built by the Arab Nabatean more than 2000 years ago. The Nabatean carved their monumental tombs, palaces, temples and treasury from the desert’s natural rose-colored rocks and sandstones. Petra was an important junction for the silk, spice and other trade routes that linked the Eastern world with that of the West. Indulge yourself, and allow our professional guide to walk you through the architectural and spiritual wonders of this majestic place explaining every detail. Just 2 hours’ drive south of Petra a unique experience at the most magnificent place on earth, Jordan’s Wadi Rum is one of the world’s most beautiful deserts, filled with magnificent rose sandstone mountains, canyons & dunes. Wadi Rum Overnight is an experience unlike anything else of a lifetime!! Where you can also experience the joy of sleeping under the stars and the food tasting which reflected the true Bedouin generosity and local hospitality.  Read More

  • Day 7 Wadi Rum – Amman
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    Wadi Rum – Amman

    After breakfast, you will join the group to the Wadi Rum visit, Jordan’s vast and echoing desert, for a 4x4 jeep ride. Stunning in its natural beauty, Wadi Rum epitomizes the romance of the desert. With its "moonscape" of ancient valleys and towering sandstone mountains rising out of the sand, Wadi Rum is also home to several Bedouin tribes who live in scattered camps throughout the area. Climbers are especially attracted to Wadi Rum because of its sheer granite and sandstone cliffs, while hikers enjoy its vast empty spaces. Wadi Rum is p robably best known because of its connection with the enigmatic British officer T.E. Lawrence, who was based here during the Great Arab Revolt of 1917-18. Much of David Lean’s Lawrence of Arabia was filmed in Wadi Rum. , Return to Amman for overnight.  Read More

  • Day 8 Amman Departure
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    Amman Departure

    After breakfast, transfer to Amman Airport for your onward travel.

Dates & Guide Prices

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Hotels

  • Petra Palace Hotel
    Petra Palace Hotel
    Petra
  • Rum Magic Camp
    Rum Magic Camp
    Wadi Rum
  • Arena Space Hotel
    Arena Space Hotel
    Amman
  • Land Mark Hotel
    Land Mark Hotel
    Star Rating Amman
  • Hyatt Zaman Hotel & Resort
    Hyatt Zaman Hotel & Resort
    Star Rating Petra
  • Rum Magic Camp
    Rum Magic Camp
    Star Rating Wadi Rum

Land Mark Hotel

Amman
  • Land Mark Hotel

The Landmark Amman Hotel is located in the heart of Amman. Queen Alia International Airport is about a 35 minute drive away.

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Petra Palace Hotel

Petra
  • Petra Palace Hotel

The Petra Palace Hotel is ideally located in the town of Wadi Musa. Petra is about 240 kilometers away from the capital city Amman (about 2 hours. & 45 minutes drive via the Desert Highway) & only 130 kilometers from the Red

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Hyatt Zaman Hotel & Resort

Petra
  • Hyatt Zaman Hotel & Resort

On the city outskirts off Route 35, this relaxed hotel is set in complex of stone buildings. It's 16 km from historic Nabatean architecture at Ad Deir and 11 km from the city of Petra.

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Rum Magic Camp

Wadi Rum
  • Rum Magic Camp

Located within the scenic parkland of Ramm, Rum Magic Camp provides traditional accommodation and a wide range of facilities, such as a coffee bar, laundry facilities and a 24-hour reception. It also offers luggage storage, r

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Rum Magic Camp

Wadi Rum
  • Rum Magic Camp

Located within the scenic parkland of Ramm, Rum Magic Camp provides traditional accommodation and a wide range of facilities, such as a coffee bar, laundry facilities and a 24-hour reception. It also offers luggage storage, r

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Arena Space Hotel

Amman
  • Arena Space Hotel

Arena Space Hotel is located in the heart of Amman an just 20 kilometers away fom Queen Alia International Airport. This hotel is close to Amman Mall, King Hussain Sports City, and International Stadium. The Al Khalidi Medica

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What's Included?

  • Meet and assist on arrival and departure.
  • Transfers as mentioned in the program.
  • Accommodation at hotels as mentioned in the itinerary.
  • Meals, Bed and Breakfast.
  • One dinner in Wadi Rum camp.
  • English speaking guide all through tour dates.
  • Portages at airports upon arrival for 10 pax or more.
  • Classic visit of Wadi Rum in local jeeps 4 x 4 for 2 hours.
  • Entrance to all sites as mentioned in the itinerary.

What's not Included?

  • International flights.
  • Visa fees.
  • Any personal expenses such as telephone calls, laundry, drinks, mini bar.
  • Tips to guides, driver, and horse boy in Petra, restaurants and hotel staff.
  • New Year’s Eve supplements.
  • Any other services not mentioned in the itinerary and inclusions. 

Additional Information

Prices above are per person in pounds sterling (£) based on twin sharing.
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