Itinerary
Day 1: ARRIVAL QUEEN ALIA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT – AMMAN
Arrive at Queen Alia International Airport where you will be met by our representative to help you through formalities then transfer to Amman hotel for dinner & overnight. Overnight stay in Amman (no meals)
Day 2: Amman/Jerash/Dead Sea/Amman
Guided visit to the ancient Roman town of Jerash followed by a visit to the Dead Sea. 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. Continue on to the Dead Sea. Known for its high salinity, opt to bob like a cork in the healing waters. Relax on the shores or cover yourself in therapeutic mud. transfer to Amman hotel for overnight. Overnight stay in Amman (Breakfast )
Day 3: Amman/Karak/Petra
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. Continue to Wadi Musa for the evening. 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. Arrive in the early evening to Wadi Musa, the town just outside Petra. Overnight (Breakfast)
Day 4: Petra
Start early to visit iconic Petra. Enjoy a guided walking tour with your local tour guide, then opt to hike up to the top of the treasury or explore on your own. This evening, opt to visit a Turkish bath or visit Petra by night. The site is large so please be prepared for a lot of walking over sand and rocks for the entire day. Pace yourself, stay hydrated, and be sure to have proper walking/hiking shoes. Optional Cooking Class and Dinner at Petra Kitchen - (Breakfast)
Day 5: Petra/Wadi Rum
Optional to visit Little Petra in the morning before continuing to Wadi Rum. Head out for a 4x4 excursion during the day before a traditional dinner and overnight at a Bedouin desert camp. 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. Arrive at the tented camp in time for a traditional meal and learn more about this ancient culture. There is a large, central tent that is traditionally decorated and perfect for relaxing or escaping the cold nights in winter. 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. Overnight at the Desert Camp (Breakfast & Dinner)
Day 6: Wadi Rum/Aqaba
Optional to take a hot air balloon ride at sunrise for incredible views of the desert. After, journey to the red sea, where you can opt to snorkel, relax at the beach or enjoy a relaxing boat trip. Drive to the Red Sea resort city of Aqaba. Enjoy free time to enjoy the beach, go for optional snorkeling, or check out the city. Overnight. (Breakfast)
Day 7: Aqaba/Amman
Head back to Amman with a little time to explore. The morning is flexible. Spend a little more time at the beach or head back early. Reach Amman by way of the Desert Highway. Enjoy a final night out in the city. (Breakfast)
Day 8: Departure Amman – Queen Alia International Airport
Breakfast at Amman hotel & check out. Transfer to Queen Alia International Airport for departure. (Breakfast)