Overview

Highlights

Discover Jordan’s highlights and unwind in premium accommodation
Spend two unforgettable days exploring Petra, a New Wonder of the World
Stargaze and enjoy traditional music at our luxury Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum
Experience the surreal feeling of floating in the salty Dead Sea
Take a peaceful day to relax on a private white-sand beach by the Red Sea
Time travel as you walk through the well-preserved Roman ruins in Amman and Jerash

What's this trip about?

Join one of our expert named leaders on a wonder-filled journey through Jordan. You’ll spend two days exploring the temples and tombs of Petra, before taking in the Mars-like landscape of the Wadi Rum desert. In the latter, you’ll stay in a desert camp in luxurious Bedouin inspired cabins, witness fiery sunsets and experience star-filled skies around the campfire. We’ll also spend time in the classical age, exploring the excellently preserved Roman city of Jerash, before soaking up immense views across the Red Sea and floating in the salt waters of the Dead Sea.Discover Petra, Wadi Rum, the Red Sea and Dead Sea in comfort

Itinerary focusClassic Highlights

Group sizeSmall Group - 24 max

Age range65+, 50 - 64, 36 - 49, 18 - 35, 12 - 17

Flights and transport

Start CityAmman

End CityDead Sea

Travel Themes

Activities

Trip includes

All breakfasts, three lunches, four dinners
All accommodation
Tips for local staff
Named tour leader, chosen for their experience and great customer feedback
All transport and listed activities
Arrival and departure transfers

Itinerary

Day 1 Start Amman

Welcome to Amman, the capital of Jordan, where our adventure begins. There are free transfers to the hotel from Queen Alia International Airport (AMM) for all customers today. Please note, transfers should be booked with your sales representative at least two weeks be...

Day 2 Visit Jerash then Amman city tour

This morning we drive north to the ruined city of Jerash, known as Gerasa in ancient times, which is awash with imposing colonnades, ancient temples and theatres. This was one of the 10 wealthy, self-governing cities of the Decapolis during Roman times, and was famous...

Day 3 Drive down King's Highway to Petra via Mount Nebo, Madaba and Kerak

Today we head along the King's Highway, an old trade route that connects Amman and Petra, weaving up and down huge wadis (valleys). There are several stops of interest en route, including the ancient town of Madaba, known as the city of the mosaics; the biblical Mount...

Day 4 - 5 Two days exploring the Nabataean kingdom of Petra

Enjoy two days exploring the striking Nabataean Kingdom of Petra, which was hidden for centuries until the Swiss explorer Burckhardt rediscovered it in 1812. Two features of Petra are unique: firstly, it is a city made defensible by being built down a series of chasms...

Day 6 Explore Wadi Rum from the comfort of our luxurious desert camp

This morning there is the option to take a guided tour through the intriguing archaeological site of Little Petra or you can relax at our premium accommodation before we drive south. We enter the natural and cultural World Heritage site of Wadi Rum, where dramatic sa...

Day 7 Drive to Aqaba; relax by the Red Sea

Leaving the Mars-like landscape of Wadi Rum, we head to Aqaba on the Red Sea. The city is well-known for having beautiful coral reefs. Our hotel has a private white-sand beach with direct access to the Red Sea where you can dip your toes in the water and absorb the co...

Day 8 Drive from Aqaba to the Dead Sea

Leaving Aqaba, we head to the Dead Sea, one of the most fascinating places on Earth. Enjoy free time to float in the saline waters and smother yourself in Dead Sea mud, before cooling off in one of the two infinity pools at our premium accommodation. A totally relaxin...

Day 9 End Dead Sea

The tour comes to an end after one last breakfast. Hop in the arranged group transfer to the airport to make your return journey home. Or, if you’re craving more salty sea days, speak to your sales representative about extending your stay by the Dead Sea. Total drive time: one hour

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Price per day

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Accommodation:

Accommodation on this cultural adventure in Jordan comprises premium hotels and a Premium Bedouin camp in Wadi Rum. Below are the hotels we normally use on this trip. Amman: InterContinental Amman (nights 1-2) Ease into the trip with two nights at this five-star hotel, which overlooks the white city of Amman. Enjoy a cocktail by the outdoor pool or book yourself into the spa, which has an indoor pool, hot tub and steam rooms. Foodies should love their time here, with a variety of restaurants available, including the award-winning Bourj Al Hamam, which serves delectable Lebanese dishes. Petra: Grand Mercure Petra or Old Village Resort (nights 3-5) In Petra, we either stay at the Grand Mercure or the Old Village Resort (above), both five-star properties. The former is reminiscent of a fortress, occupying an elevated position with plenty of dreamy views over the Rift Valley. It also has a pool, a Bedouin tent with more valley views, and a Mediterranean restaurant. The latter offers spectacular views over the mountains, plus rooms showcasing the work of local artisans. There are indoor and outdoor pools too, plus a restaurant serving local, Middle Eastern and European dishes. Wadi Rum: Saraya camp (night 6) Surrounded by sandstone peaks, this Premium camp provides an authentic Bedouin adventure in the heart of the Wadi Rum desert. The level of comfort is undoubtedly among the best in the area; each of the sleeping cabins has a well-fitted bathroom, heating and air conditioning. There’s also a restaurant where the chefs embrace traditional cooking techniques plus beautiful sunsets to enjoy most evenings. Aqaba: Hyatt Regency Aqaba Ayla Resort (night 7) Relax at this five-star Hyatt Regency, an amenity-packed waterside resort. Enjoy leisure time in the expansive pool, sip cocktails with marina views at Cascades pool bar, and dine in one of the many excellent eateries. The 285 modern rooms all have a terrace with peace-inducing views over the lagoons and the mountains or marina. Dead Sea: Hilton Dead Sea Hotel & Spa (night 8) Enjoy five-star treatment at the lowest point on land with a stay at this Hilton hotel. There’s direct access to the beach (where you’ll find the only floating pontoon in the area) or order a fresh juice or draft beer at the swim-up bar in one of the infinity pools. Worth knowing The accommodation shown has been booked and agreed in advance; however, we may need to make changes to a property of similar or higher standard after you have booked. We endeavour to inform you of any changes in advance, which could, on rare occasions, be at late notice.

Group size:

Small Group - 24 max

Maximum number of people in group:

16

Trip Excludes:

Tip for the tour leader
Travel insurance
Single accommodation (available on request)
Visas or vaccinations

Meals included:

All breakfasts, three lunches and four dinners are included. Dinners are included at the Wadi Rum camp and Hilton Dead Sea Resort & Spa. In Amman, we include a welcome dinner at a restaurant known for its excellent Jordanian food. Dinner on the first night in Petra is included at our hotel. In Aqaba, we include sundowners from the private beach overlooking the Red Sea. When not on half board, we usually eat in local restaurants and the leader arranges bookings for those in the group who would like to join. We suggest you budget around 20 Jordanian dinars per person (US$28) per non-included meals. If you are vegetarian, please note that main meals are limited in choice; however, meze is almost always available in restaurants and is a good, filling vegetarian choice. There is a good choice of seafood available when at the Red Sea. At the Wadi Rum camp, we enjoy a traditional dinner called zarb, which is cooked underground. This consists of rice with a selection including chicken, lamb and vegetables. Vegetables are cooked separately to the meat. Alcoholic drinks: Alcohol is available in Jordan, but not widely. Many hotels do not sell alcohol but often allow it to be brought in from elsewhere. It is best to plan if you’ll want a drink, your tour leader can tell you what’s possible and may be able to arrange a stop at a supermarket or liquor store (depending on location). In Petra, the unique Cave Bar in Petra Guesthouse is open to the public. A less expensive option is the bar in the Petra Palace Hotel, which is also open to all.

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