Compare Jordan at a Glimpse by Petra Nights Tours vs Jordan in 8 days - Wonders of the Hashemite Kingdom - Luxury by Exoticca
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| Duration | 5 days | 8 days |
| Price From | $ 742 | $ 2,099 |
| Price Per Day | $ 148 | $ 262 |
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| Trip Style | Small group tour | Small group tour |
| Lodging Level | Premium | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Airfare included |
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4 Breakfasts at hotel |
7 breakfasts and 7 dinners. ** |
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Explore the beauty of the Kingdom of Jordan through this five days tour. With our friendly staff you travel from the capital Amman to the southern point of Aqaba. Visit the town of Madaba to see the famous mosaic map of Palestine from 6th century. Visit also Mt Nebo where it is believed where Moses had seen the Promised Land and have a chance to float on salty waters. You will continue to travel at to see one of the New Seven Wonders of the World, Petra, the amazing landscape of Wadi Rum and relax the coastal town of Aqaba. |
Be seduced by the fascinating Hashemite Kingdom! Explore the capital of Amman, be amazed by the Greco-Roman city of Jerash, see the magical Castle of Ajloun and take in the views from mythical Mount Nebo. Float on the waters of the Dead Sea, admire the ancient Nabatean city of Petra, cross the desert of Wadi Rum in a 4x4 and spend the night under the stars in a traditional desert camp! |
Day 1: Arrival to Amman
Accommodation: Overnight at 4* hotel in Amman like Amman International Hotel or similar.
Ahlan Wa Sahlan ~ Welcome to Jordan!
Transfer to your hotel in Amman City individually. Free time for the rest of the day. Airport transfers is upon request and with additional charges. 19:00 welcome meeting at the hotel.
Day 2: Amman Hotel – Mt Nebo – Madaba – Dead Sea Hotel
Meal: Breakfast Hotel
Accommodation: 4* hotel Dead Sea like Holiday Inn or similar.
Start the day by driving to Madaba, where to find the famous mosaic 6th century map of Palestine in St. George’s church. Then proceed to Mt. Nebo, the place where Prophet Moses gazed at the Promised Land before he died. You visit the old monastery and overlook the Jordan Valley, Dead Sea and parts of the Holy Land. Continue to the lowest point on earth, the Dead Sea, check in at your hotel. Remaining time of the day, free leisure at the beach to swim and float on salty waters.
Day 3: Dead Sea Hotel - Petra Visit - Petra Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: 4* hotel in Petra like Petra Guest House
Leave early in the morning and drive for 3 hours to the red rose city Petra, the biggest attraction of Jordan. Petra was first established around the 6th century B.C. by the Nabatean Arabs, a nomadic tribe who settled in the area and laid the foundation of a commercial empire that extended into Syria. With the guide pass the canyon, the so called Siq, to see the most beautiful monument: the Treasury. Continue via the Street of Facades to the Royal Tombs and Pharaoh's Castle. The guide says farewell to you; free time to explore Petra on your own. For instance climb the 800 stairs to the impressing Monastery El Deir.
Day 4: Petra Hotel - Wadi Rum 2.5 Hours Jeep Tour - Aqaba Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Accommodation: Overnight in Aqaba at 5* hotel like the Intercontinental or similar.
After breakfast we proceed to the protected area of Wadi Rum, one of the most impressing desert landscapes in the world. Here still Bedouins live in a traditional way, and by 4x4 Jeep tour you discover canyons, sand dunes and Nabatean rock inscriptions. Continue to the southernmost part of Jordan, Aqaba, transfer to you hotel and check in. Remaining time of the day, free leisure on your own to enjoy the Red Sea resort of Aqaba. Just relax, explore the duty free shopping facilities or have fun with popular water activities like swimming, snorkeling or diving (not included).
Day 5: Aqaba Hotel
Meal: Breakfast
Latest check out from room is 12:00 noon. Our service with us ends. You have the option to travel through the Arava Border to Israel, or cross through Israel into Egypt, take a ferry to Egypt or use a public bus to get back to Amman. Ma’ a Salamah!
Day 1: US - Night on board
Ready to discover the cultural treasures of Jordan? Arrive at your US departure airport to board a flight to Amman.* Night on board. * If either your outbound or inbound flights depart in the early hours (before 4:00 a.m.) you must arrive at the airport the night before the indicated departure day.
Day 2: Amman
Touch down in Amman and transfer to your hotel.* Amman is the modern capital of Jordan but possesses dozens of ancient historical sites, set into the hillside in northern Jordan. Spend the remainder of the day at your leisure. Alternatively, if you arrive early in the day, why not take an optional city tour to get to know the most emblematic sights in the city? ** Dinner and overnight stay in Amman.*** * Possibility of booking early check-in in the next step of the booking process.** Optional Amman City Tour with Dinner: Explore Amman this afternoon, the capital of the Hashemite Kingdom founded 7000 years ago. See the city's most emblematic sights including Amman Citadel, Hercules Temple, the Byzantine Church and the Ummayad Palace and pay a visit to the fascinating Amman Archaeological Museum. Head downtown to see the incredible Roman Amphitheatre and the old markets before exploring the newer part of the city. End the tour with an authentic Jordanian dinner at a local restaurant. *** Please note: If you arrive at the hotel after 9:00 p.m, dinner will not be included. Instead, you will have the option to reserve a cold packed dinner for an additional charge in the next step of the booking process.
Day 3: Amman - Jerash - Ajloun Castle - Amman
Breakfast at the hotel. Begin the day with a brief city tour of Amman. See both the new and old parts of the city on a panoramic bus ride. Afterwards, continue to Jerash, known as the 'Pompeii of the East'. Inhabited since the Bronze Age, this amazing Greco-Roman city is the best-preserved example of Roman-era ruins in Jordan. See the impressive Hadrian's Arch, the Hippodrome, the Temple of Artemis and the Roman Theatre, among other highlights, as you explore this amazing archaeological site. Next, continue to Ajloun Castle, built by Saladin in the 12th-century. One of the most amazing castles in the Middle East, here you can soak up the fabulous views of the Dead Sea from its hilltop vantage point. Return to Amman and enjoy the remainder of the day at your leisure. Dinner and overnight stay in Amman.
Day 4: Amman - Desert Castles - Dead Sea - Amman
Breakfast at the hotel. Head east today to discover the Desert Castles of Azraq, Kharanah and Amra. Dating from the early Islamic era, the castles were built as retreats for the Caliphs of the time. Explore these historic fortresses and learn more about the history of 7th-century Jordan. Afterwards, continue to the eternal Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth at an amazing 400-meters below sea level! Take in the spectacular views before enjoying some free time to relax, swim and float in the salty waters! The mineral-rich mud is said to be therapeutic so be sure to treat your skin to a little indulgence! Return to Amman after an action-packed day. Dinner and overnight stay in Amman.
Day 5: Amman - Madaba - Mount Nebo - Shobak Castle - Petra
Breakfast at the hotel. Set off for Madaba this morning to see the oldest mosaic map in the world, housed within the historic St. George Church. Continue to Mount Nebo, overlooking the Jordan Valley and the Dead Sea. Believed to be the place where Moses was granted a view of the Promised Land and later buried, take in the spectacular views of this sacred place. Next, drive to the fascinating Shobak Castle, a Crusader Castle dating back to 1115. At the end of the visit, head to Petra and check in at the hotel. Spend the evening at your leisure, ready to discover the ancient city in the morning! If you can't wait, we recommend an optional Petra by Night excursion!* Dinner and overnight stay in Petra. *Optional Petra By Night Excursion: Savour the opportunity to discover the legendary sights of Petra by night! Walk along the Siq Gorge before arriving at the iconic Treasury to admire its legendary candlelit facade. A spectacular sight!
Day 6: Petra
Breakfast at the hotel. Spend today exploring the famed Nabatean capital with an excursion to Petra! During the visit, discover the most important and representative monuments, sculpted into the rock by this ancient civilization. Admire the Treasury, the famous and most internationally recognised monument, as seen in one of the Indiana Jones films and other highlights, such as the Colored Tombs and the Royal Tombs. Let your imagination run wild as you learn about life here in ancient times. Petra is one of those places in the world that you must visit at least once in your life! A true wonder of the world, enjoy an unforgettable day exploring this bucket-list site. At the end of the visit, return to the hotel. Dinner and overnight stay in Petra.
Day 7: Petra - Little Petra - Wadi Rum
Breakfast at the hotel. Today, head to a lesser-known site named Little Petra, located north of Petra. A narrow gorge of 2 meters wide, this rocky landscape is adorned with typical Nabatean architecture, making this one of the most unique sites in the country. Originally, Little Petra was inhabited by the Nabateans and is home to a number of tombs, water tanks and riverbeds. Next, continue to beautiful Wadi Rum, the desert made famous by Lawrence of Arabia. Take a 4x4 excursion across the lunar-like landscape for an unforgettable experience. We recommend an optional Stargazing Excursion to discover the secrets of the night's sky!* Dinner under the stars and overnight at the camp in Wadi Rum. *Optional Wadi Rum Stargazing Experience: Discover the secrets of the night's sky! Head to an area without light pollution and enjoy a 20-minute presentation before viewing the incredible star constellations with the help of telescopes. This excursion is weather dependent.
Day 8: Wadi Rum - Amman
Breakfast at the camp. At the indicated time, return to Amman and spend the rest of the day at your leisure, soaking up the culture and atmosphere of the Jordanian capital. Dinner and overnight stay in Amman.
Day 9: Amman - US
Breakfast at the hotel.* It's time to bring your adventure through Jordan to an end. At the indicated time, transfer to the airport for a flight back to the US. Arrive in the US and end your trip. * Depending on the return flight schedule and the hotel breakfast service, you may not be able to enjoy the included breakfast on the last day.
