Israel and Jordan Uncovered (Until March 2020)(Twin Room,Start Jerusalem, End Tel Aviv)

11 days
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Trip last updated: 1/1/2019
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule
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Overview

Highlights

    • Visit Lions Gate
    • Visit Dolorosa
    • Visit Church of Holy Sepulchre
    • Visit Arab Market
    • Visit Jewish Quarter
    • Visit Western Wall
    • Visit Mount Zion
    • Visit Mount Herzl Military Cemetery
    • Visit Yad Vashem Museum and Memorial
    • Visit Israel Museum Dead Sea Scrolls and Second Temple Model
    • Underwater Observatory
    • Umm Rash Rash Memorial
    • Hike the Red Canyon
    • Masada
    • Ein Gedi Oasis
    • The Dead Sea

What's this trip about?

    From the passionate energy of Jerusalem to the eerie stillness of the Dead Sea, plus a whole lotta camels and some astounding Nabatean ruins in between, this is the trip to excite your senses and transport you back to ancient times as you fall head over heels for the Middle East. Over 10 nights we'll uncover Israel's enigmatic energy and Jordan's desert secrets, returning more enlightened than ever.
Itinerary focusClassic Highlights
Group sizeIntimate group - 12 max
Age rangeOperator does not provide
Flights and transportN/A
Start CityJerusalem
End CityTel Aviv

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Day 1: Arrive Jerusalem

Welcome to Israel, where we'll kick off our tour in the City of Gold. A visit to the Mount of Olives, a religious centre of Christianity, Islam & Judaism, will give us a breathtaking view over the city.

Day 2: Jerusalem

Today we’ll get to know the city a little better with a full day tour, uncovering secrets and culture that dates back thousands of years. We’ll discover Jerusalem’s holy history and key sites, including the Jewish Quarter, the Arab Market, and even the biblical hill o...

Day 3: Jerusalem

Jerusalem, we're not done with you yet! We’ll spring out of bed for more exploring, this time going beyond the monuments and digging deep into ancient life. We’ll visit the sobering sites of the Yad Vashem Museum and Memorial, also known as The World Holocaust Remembr...

Day 4: Jerusalem to Galilee

This morning, we’ll wrap it up in Jerusalem and head north into the lush pastures of Galilee, Israel’s mountainous region.Prepare to be blown away by Galilee’s sheer beauty. With its lush landscapes and quaint rural villages, it’s a stark contrast from the hustle and ...

Day 5: Galilee to Amman via Jerash

We may be waking up in paradise, but we’ll hit the road early to make our morning crossing to Jordan via the Sheik Hussein border. We’ll journey past pine forests and olive groves until we reach the ancient Greco Roman city of Jerash.Here in Jerash, we’ll uncover the ...

Day 6: Amman to Petra

We’ll enjoy a leisurely breakfast this morning before setting off. With the knowledge that this afternoon we’ll rally in the Red Rose City of Petra, our anticipation will be at an all-time high.Pinch yourself - we’re in Petra! Cue the collective gasp in awe of this ma...

Day 7: Petra to Eilat via Wadi Rum

All that cultural discovery of the past few days has us craving some uber chill vibes, and we’ll find them in Eilat. We’ll leave Petra and embark on a journey through Wadi Rum, Jordan’s largest and most stunning desert, where silent landscapes, ancient riverbeds and p...

Day 8: Eilat

A full day to enjoy the coastal resort of Eilat? You got that right. Today is all about kicking back, relaxing, and indulging in a little r&r - and with the Red Sea at our toes and the sun on our faces, the good vibes will be unstoppable. We’ll head to the Underwater Observatory to oggle marine life before a late afternoon hike in the Red Canyon will give us panoramic views for days.

Day 9: Eilat to Tel Aviv

We’ll say goodbye to the coastal city of Eilat. Tel Aviv, we’re coming for ya! But first, we’ll unearth the mystical allure of the Negev, which includes a visit to the Dead Sea and the insta-worthy Ein Gedi Oasis.After a day filled with exploring Israel’s most enigmatic sites, we’ll arrive in the cosmopolitan city of Tel Aviv.

Day 10: Tel Aviv

Welcome to Tel Aviv, Israel’s second-largest city - and arguably its most modern. Today is a free day to explore at your own pace, and in a city inundated with beaches, parks, museums, shopping centres and cafes, boredom simply isn’t an option. Keep it high energy wit...

Day 11: Depart Tel Aviv

It’s been one heck of an adventure - but all good things must come to an end. After a hearty breakfast, we’ll say our goodbyes and swap deets. We sense new adventures on the horizon!

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Accommodation:

    Group size:

    Intimate group - 12 max

    Trip Excludes:

      Meals included:

      • 15 meals: We know better than anyone else that to travel is to eat - and with all the sumptuous flavours and cacophony of fragrances in the Middle East, you’ll be overwhelmed by choice. We’ve got you covered for breakfast every day, meaning you’ll be fuelled for a full day of exploring, and 5 delicious dinners.

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