Day 01: Arrive Amman

Ahlan Wasahlan (Welcome in Arabic). Upon arrival at Amman International Airport, we are warmly welcomed and transferred to our hotel. Check in starts from 1500 hrs.

Overnight: Movenpick Hotel, Amman (3 nights) (D)

Day 02: Amman/Jerash/Amman (Drive)

After breakfast, we take a morning tour of Jordan’s capital, visiting the archaeological site known as the Citadel, the Roman Theatre, the Jordan Archaeological Museum, the Folklore Museum and one of Amman’s many art galleries, as we get a glimpse of old and modern Amman. In the afternoon, we explore the ancient city of Jerash, generally acknowledged to be one of the best-preserved Roman provincial towns in the world. The Gerasa of Antiquity features colonnaded streets, temples, theatres, spacious public squares and baths. (B, D)

Day 03: Amman/Desert Castles/Dead Sea/Amman (Drive)

Early this morning, we head out to visit the Desert Castles, beautiful examples of both early Islamic art and architecture. Qasr Al-Mushatta, Qasr A-Kharrana, Qasr A-Tuba, Qasr Al-Hallabat and Qasr Amra* stand testament to a fascinating era in the country's rich history. We also visit the black basalt fort at Azraq, headquarters of Lawrence of Arabia during the Arab Revolt. We then drive down to the lowest spot on earth and experience floating in the waters of the Dead Sea.  If we are taking this tour between April and September, we next head to the Baptism Site “Bethany Beyond the Jordan” (Al-Maghtas)* and explore the archaeological site and churches of Saint John the Baptist near the river. Situated in a pristine natural environment, the site is believed to be the location where Jesus of Nazareth was baptized by John the Baptist. It features Roman and Byzantine remains, including churches and chapels, a monastery, caves that have been used by hermits and pools in which baptisms took place. The site is a Christian place of pilgrimage. We return to Amman in the late afternoon. (B, D)

Day 04: Amman/Umm ar Rassas/Madaba/Mt. Nebo/Kerak/Petra (Drive)

Today, we travel along the 5,000-year-old King's Highway, one of the most memorable journeys in the Holy Land. We will see some of the finest Byzantine church mosaics at Umm ar Rassas*, followed by a visit to Madaba, a city known for its spectacular mosaics, including the famous 6th century mosaic map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land. We then head to Mount Nebo, the alleged burial site of Moses that overlooks the Dead Sea and the Jordan Valley. Afterwards, drive through the magnificent scenery of Wadi Mujib. Arrive at Petra and check in to our hotel.

Overnight: Old Village Hotel, Petra (1 night) (B, D)

Day 05: Petra/Aqaba (Drive)

This morning, we explore the pink city of Petra*, an ancient Nabatean site set deep inside a narrow desert gorge. These unique ruins date back to fourth century B.C., and are absolutely stunning in their scale. Using an early form of the rock-cut architecture technique, some buildings here were literally carved out of the surrounding stone. At its peak, this ancient city supported more than 20,000 inhabitants. We will walk through a long chasm to Petra's most dramatic monument, the Treasury. Next, explore the Roman Theater, the Courts, Qasr Bint Pharaoun, the Temple of the Winged Lion and the Monastery, with a break for optional lunch. After our breathtaking exploration of Jordan’s most famous monuments, we continue our drive to Aqaba and check in to our hotel.

Overnight: Movenpick Talabay Hotel, Aqaba (1 night) (B, D)

Day 06: Aqaba/Wadi Rum/Amman (Drive)

After a brief city tour of Aqaba, we head to the land of Lawrence of Arabia to explore haunting desert landscapes and fascinating Bedouin culture in Wadi Rum*. Here, we embark on a 2-hour 4x4 jeep safari to explore the desert. Afterwards, we return back to Amman and check in to our hotel.

Overnight: Movenpick Hotel, Amman (1 night) (B, D)

Day 07: Depart Amman

After a fascinating visit of the land “where it all began”, we bid farewell to Jordan as we are transferred to the airport for our departure flight. Check out time is by 1100 hrs. (B)

B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner

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