Dramatic Sites and Warm Hospitality in Jordan

This private journey brings you into a world of old Roman cities, the astounding site of Petra, dramatic landscapes and the Dead Sea. Accommodation is the highest possible quality.

Suggested itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive Amman
Enjoy a personal welcome to Jordan’s capital Amman and private transfer to your hotel.

Day 2: Amman (B, D)
A morning visit to the National Archaeological Museum, the Roman Theatre and the Darat al Funun arts centre. In the afternoon choose one of the following activities: a traditional falafel lunch at Jabal Amman followed by a private guided walk of ancient Amman’s streets; or an excursion north of the city to the ancient Roman city of Jerash, one of the most well-preserved ancient Roman cities in the world. In the evening you will experience the warm hospitality of a Jordanian family for dinner.

Day 3: Amman to Petra (B, L)
Travel south along an ancient trade route to Visit the Christian town of Madaba and see beautiful mosaics, Mt. Nebo with its spectacular views of the Jordan Valley and the ancient crusader castles of Umm Rassas, Mukawar and Kerak en route.

Day 4: Petra (B, L)
A full day to savour the ancient ‘Rose-Red City’, whose tombs, temples and exquisite monuments are hewn from solid mountain rock. Sights include the Treasury, accessed through the narrow ‘siq’; the Roman Theatre; the Corinthian and Palace Tombs; and the Roman Road. In the afternoon you will have the opportunity to climb the 1,200 steps to the impressive Monastery with spectacular views over Petra and the Negev Desert. In the evening you have an option to learn to cook Arabian dishes alongside local women at the Petra Kitchen (dinner included), or return to see Petra’s ancient city illuminated (Monday & Thursday only).

Day 5: Petra, then to the Dead Sea (B)
Still in Petra, choose one of the following activities: travel to the Dana Nature Reserve, where you will spend a couple of hours hiking the guided nature trail; visit Wadi Rum with its huge mountains of sandstone and narrow canyons for a 4X4 excursion; spend another morning exploring Petra, including a visit to the home of a Bedouin family for a traditional Arabic coffee; or visit Bethany, on the east bank of the Jordan River. Later, travel on to the Dead Sea

Day 6: The Dead Sea (B)
A day at leisure. At 410m below sea level, this is the lowest point on earth. People come here, drawn by the medicinal qualities of the mineral-laden waters, and swim here to experience the odd sensation of weightlessness. A serene, beautiful place where the high levels of salt in the water keep the body afloat.

Day 7: Dead Sea to Amman (B)
You will be transferred to Amman Airport for your departure.

Included:

• Arrival and departure transfers in Amman
• 6 nights deluxe accommodation
• Breakfast daily and meals as specified.
• Hotel taxes
• Transportation by private air-conditioned vehicle, bottled water and fresh towels provided
• All sightseeing entrance fees
• The services of an English speaking guide
• Entrance fees
• An on-site office in Petra for your complete assistance

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