Israel and Jordan Uncovered (Until March 2022)(Twin Share Room,Start Tel Aviv, End Tel Aviv)

11 days
From $232/day
$2,549
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Trip last updated: 7/19/2023
Trip type
Group Tour
Lodging level
Basic - 2 star
Physical level
Moderate
Trip pace
Full schedule
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Overview

Highlights

    • Visit Yad Vashem Museum and Memorial
    • Visit Israel Museum Dead Sea Scrolls and Second Temple Model

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 transportRound trip airfare and all internal transport included
Start CityTel Aviv
End CityTel Aviv

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Itinerary

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 and the Arab Market. With all that knowledge in our heads and all those exciting snaps in our camera roll, this tour is already proving to be utterly enlightening…

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 Remembrance Centre. The Second Temple Model will give us an inkling of what the city looked like in ancient times.

Day 4: Jerusalem

Our final day in this ancient city is a full free day, which is the perfect chance to opt to head out and experience the ancient allure of the Dead Sea and Masada. You'll drive through Jericho and the Judean hills along the shores of the Dead Sea to Masada, the last s...

Day 5: Jerusalem to Amman via Jerash

This morning, we’ll wrap it up in Jerusalem (bye Israel) and head to Amman, on the border of Jordan. Through pine forests and olive groves we'll drive until we reach the ancient Greco-Roman city of Jerash.Here in Jerash, we’ll uncover the Greek & Roman influences ...

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.Silent landscapes, ancient riverbeds and pastel c...

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. You'll have the chance to opt to head to the Underwater Observatory to ogle marine life, hit the beach, or just relax by the pool.

Day 9: Eilat to Tel Aviv

We’ll say goodbye to the coastal city of Eilat and catch a speedy flight to the cosmopolitan city of Tel Aviv.Welcome to Tel Aviv, Israel’s second-largest city - and arguably its most modern. After all the ancient history we've absorbed over the last 9 days, you'll have the whole afternoon and evening free to orientate yourself into the urban vibes of this city.

Day 10: Tel Aviv

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 with a day full of seeing the sights and sinking your teeth into Tel Aviv’s eclectic ...

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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