Jordan 12-day private tour
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A private tour discovering the historic and archaelogical gems of Jordan, from the treasures of ancient Petra to the Roman ruins of Jerash and Amman. There will be also time for a jeep ride in Wadi Rum desert, with overnight in a tented camp, and finally a bath in the healthy waters of the Dead Sea.
Read moreA private tour discovering the historic and archaelogical gems of Jordan, from the treasures of ancient Petra to the Roman ruins of Jerash and Amman. There will be also time for a jeep ride in Wadi Rum desert, with overnight in a tented camp, and finally a bath in the healthy waters of the Dead Sea.
The itinerary is customizable and escorted by expert local guides.
Meet and assist at Queen Alia International Airport by our representative and match with the driver.
Transfer to hotel in Amman for overnight.
Breakfast and sightseeing in Amman, departure to the desert castles (Kharraneh, Amra and Al Hallabat). Return to the hotel and overnight.
Upon your arrival in Jordan at the Queen Alia International Airport, you'll be welcomed and assisted at the customs office by our agent.
Transfer to the hotel and overnight.
Breakfast. Transfer to visit Pella. Located on the hills overlooking the Jordan Valley, Pella is positioned in a perfect spot, especially due to its perennial spring. In 67 AD, Pella served as a refuge for some Christians who escaped from the Roman persecution of Jerusalem. Later Pella became an episcopal city, and its bishops attended the Ecumenical Council of the Church.
Prosperity continued in the Byzantine period, when the settlement extended and the churches were built. Continue on to Um Qays, associated with the story that Jesus cast out demons by sending them to a pig farm; the demons then fell down a steep slope and drowned in the lake. Overnight in Amman.
After breakfast we’ll set off to Madaba, here you’ll visit one of the most spectacular churches in the world.
The church of Saint George where the floor is covered with a mosaic map of Jerusalem.
Next up is Mount Nebo. If you are lucky and the skies are clear, you’ll have the chance to experience a great view on the dead sea, the jordan river valley and Jericho.
The tour continues to the kings’ road to visit Kerak, the capital city of the ancient kingdom of Maob. Kerak is famous for his castle, the biggest and best preserved castle in the region. It’s a typical example of the crusaders’ architecture with stone vaults and many corridors.
Off to Petra for dinner and overnight stay in the Hotel.
Every Monday, Wednesday and Thursday of the week it is possible to participate in the special event Petra By Night, or entry to Petra by candlelight, from 8.15pm, with a supplement.
Full day visit in Petra including visiting the siq, treasury, street of facades, Roman theatre, royal tombs, Byzantine church, museum. Depending on your abilities, you can visit the monastery (900 steps) or you can stroll up to the place of sacrifice.
Overnight in Petra.
After breakfast we are headed to Little Petra. This town was used to built to allow a stop for the caravans en route to Syria and Egypt. The next stop is the Wadi Rum, where old lakes, great mountains and red dunes will provide a breathtaking view. Option 2h 4x4 jeep activity.
Overnight in tented camp.
Breakfast and continuation to Aqaba. The only Jordanian port is surrounded by mountains at the beginning of the Gulf of Aqaba, in the Red Sea. Its position was always strategic - at the center of the maritime and land routes connecting Arabia, the Far East, Africa and Europe, and because of its underground fresh water reserves.
Overnight.
Breakfast. Free day. Overnight.
Breakfast. Departure for the Dead Sea, the lowest point on earth, 400 meters below sea level, which boasts a rich historical and spiritual heritage. A free day to enjoy the beach and the pools. Relax in the placid waters of this lake where it is practically impossible to sink! Treat yourself to a toning massage or try the known healing powers of the minerals extracted from the muddy bottoms. Overnight.
Free time. Overnight.
After breakfast transfer to airport for departure.