8-Day Highlights Of Jordan - Private Tour From Amman
Description
Explore ancient sights and lost cities, overnight in a Bedouin tent, and dine amidst the dramatic desert scenery of Wadi Rum. Take in Petra's fascinating history, marvel at its thrilling beauty, and still have a chance to relax in the therapeutic waters of the Dead Sea. This eight-day trip is ideal for the traveler who is short on time but wants to soak up the colors, culture, and history of a country that's small in size but big on adventure.
Highlights
- Visit Jerash, a large Roman ruins outside Italy
- Experience the Dead Sea's healing waters or mud
- Explore Madaba mosaics, Mt. Nebo, Karak castle
- Navigate Siq gorge, glimpse Al-Khazneh in Petra
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Day 1: Arrival in Amman expand_more
Upon arriving at Queen Alia International Airport:
- Meet and be assisted by our representatives through immigration.
Transfer to your hotel in Amman.
Stay overnight.
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Day 2: Jerash and Dead Sea Excursion expand_more
Visit to the ancient Roman town of Jerash:
- Set off on a half-day trip to Jerash, a fascinating site and one of the largest and most well-preserved Roman ruins outside Italy.
Visit to the Dead Sea:
- Continue on to the Dead Sea.
- Known for its high salinity, opt to bob like a cork in the healing water or cover yourself in therapeutic mud.
- There is also the option to visit the site of Jesus' baptism.
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Day 3: Madaba, Mt. Nebo, and Kerak Adventure expand_more
Start the day with a visit to the intricate Madaba mosaics, enjoying the panoramic views from Mt. Nebo, and a visit to the crusader castle at Karak.
- Depart early for the first stop, Mt. Nebo.
- Learn the ancient history of this spot and check out the views.
- Continue on to Madaba to see the famous Byzantine mosaics, dating back to the sixth century.
- After, visit Karak Castle, built during the Crusades.
Continue to Wadi Musa for the evening.
- Arrive in the early evening to Wadi Musa, the town just outside Petra.
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Day 4: Petra Exploration expand_more
Journey to Petra to explore this UNESCO World Heritage Site.
- Wind your way through the Siq, a narrow, 1 km-long (.6 mi) gorge flanked by soaring 80 m-high (262 ft) sandstone walls.
- Take in the astounding colors and patterns of the rock.
- At the end of this passage, catch your first glimpse of Al-Khazneh, the famed treasury of Petra.
Explore in depth with your CEO and get a brief history of the city, one of the greatest attractions in the Middle East.
- The Nabateans carved this capital from the living rock of the surrounding mountains in Petra.
- Visit monuments that include the Pharaoh's Castle, the triumphal arch, the amphitheater, and the monastery.
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Day 5: Journey to Wadi Rum expand_more
Opt to visit Little Petra in the morning before continuing to Wadi Rum.
- Drive to Wadi Rum, a vast, silent landscape of ancient riverbeds and the largest and most magnificent of Jordan's desert landscapes.
- Head deep into the desert by 4x4, stopping at famous landmarks along the way.
Enjoy a 4x4 excursion during the day.
- Arrive at the camp in time for a traditional meal and learn more about this ancient culture.
- Our dinner is prepared in traditional fashion, with the meat and vegetables cooked in an underground oven.
- Soft drinks and water are available for purchase.
- Lanterns light the way, but we do suggest you bring a flashlight.
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Day 6: Wadi Rum and Arrival in Aqaba expand_more
Journey to the Red Sea.
- Arrive at the Red Sea resort city of Aqaba.
Explore your surroundings or relax on the beach.
- Enjoy free time to enjoy the beach, go snorkeling, or check out the city.
Enjoy fresh seafood for dinner.
- Make sure to try some fresh seafood for dinner.
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Day 7: Aqaba Leisure Time expand_more
- Journey back to Amman
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Day 8: Departure from Amman expand_more
- Return To Amman Airport in order to go back home
What's Included
- Meet & Assist upon Arrival
- Free Visa At airport
- Transportation via an AC vehicle with Wi-Fi + water
- Entrance Fee for All Above Sites
- Accommodation, according to the program, in a 3-star hotel includes breakfast
- 2-Hour Jeep "4*4" Tour in Wadi Rum
- 3-hour boot trip with lunch in Aqaba
- Local Guide At Jerash, Petra
What's Excluded
- Lunch, except for one lunch on the Aqaba Boot trip
- Dinner
- any personal expenses
- Tips (hotels, drivers)
- Accompanying guide
- Anything not mentioned above.
What to bring
- Copy of the passport two days before arriving to Jordan for the purposes of the free visa
- Copy of the flight ticket that includes the arrival time, flight number, and date of arrival
- Flashlight
Know before you go
- Children equal or below the age of 2 are not charged for this tour.
Meeting Point
Queen Alia International Airport, Desert Highway, Amman, Jordan
Cancellation Policy
For cancellations upto 2 days before the tour -
Refund of 80% of the tour price.Price Details
Adult | |
1 To 1 | USD 2285 Per Person |
2 To 3 | USD 1445 Per Person |
4 To 6 | USD 1225 Per Person |
7 To 11 | USD 1320 Per Person |
12 To 16 | USD 1189 Per Person |
Child | |
1 To 2 | USD 915 Per Person |
This is a private tour |