Treasures of Jordan
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- Amman sightseeing
- Lunch in the home of an Amman family
- Outstanding Roman ruins at Jerash
- Madaba, “City of Mosaics”
- Biblical Mt. Nebo
- Three-night stay in Petra, a UNESCO World Heritage site
- Petra touring
- Sunset Jeep ride through spectacular desert landscape of Wadi Rum
- Overnight in Wadi Rum tented camp
- Storied Dead Sea, with chance to “float” in salt lake
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- $2,895 air & land inclusive plus $577 airline taxes and fees
- Round-trip air transportation from listed cities
- 9 nights’ accommodations: 8 nights in Deluxe and Superior First Class hotels; 1 night in private tented camp (Unrated)
- 19 meals: 9 breakfasts, 5 lunches, 5 dinners
- Extensive sightseeing as described, including all entrance fees
- Services of an Odysseys Unlimited Tour Director
- Private motorcoach transportation throughout your trip
- Luggage handling for one bag per person
- Gratuities for local guides, dining room servers, airport and hotel porters, and all drivers
- $100 frequent traveler credit towards your next Odysseys Unlimited tour ($200 after three tours; $300 after 10 tours)
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Itinerary
Depart U.S. for Amman, Jordan
Arrive Amman After a connecting flight in Istanbul, we arrive in Amman late this evening and transfer directly to our hotel.
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Amman After this morning’s briefing about the journey ahead, we set out on a “behind the scenes” walking tour that acquaints us with this lively Middle Eastern capital. First we meet locals engaged in nature conservation at th...
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Ajloun/Jerash Today we travel north through scenic pine forests and olive groves to the town of Ajloun, site of the well preserved Qalaat Errabadh (“Hilltop Castle”), built in 1184 for protection from the Crusaders, with grand views o...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Amman/Petra Traveling from Amman to Petra today, we stop en route in Madaba, “City of Mosaics,” known especially for the Byzantine-era mosaic map of Jerusalem and the Holy Land. We see this ancient relic covering the floor of ...
Meals: Breakfast and Lunch
Petra A UNESCO World Heritage site, the archaeological site of Petra fills even seasoned travelers with jaw-dropping wonder. We set out this morning to explore this “rose-red city half as old as time,” a collection of red-hued temples...
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Petra We return to the ruins at Petra this morning for further touring together. This afternoon is at leisure for independent exploration or to relax by the hotel pool or in the spa. Dinner tonight presents a special opportunity to p...
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Petra/Wadi Rum This morning we visit nearby Al Beida (“Little Petra”), an ancient suburb whose ruins of tombs, temples, houses, and waterways carved directly into the rock walls resemble those at Petra itself. It was here duri...
Meals: Breakfast
Wadi Rum/Dead Sea Believed to have been the site of five biblical cities, including Sodom and Gomorrah, the Dead Sea boasts a legacy of historical, spiritual, and geological import. This salt lake lying between Israel to the west, Jordan to the...
Meals: Breakfast and Dinner
Dead Sea/Bethany Beyond the Jordan The Bible comes to life on today’s excursion to the Baptism Site at Bethany Beyond the Jordan, the area along the Jordan River where John the Baptist lived and Jesus was baptized. Since 1996, archae...
Meals: Breakfast
Depart for U.S. We depart this morning for the Amman airport, where we connect with our return flight to the U.S.
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- $2,895 air & land inclusive plus $577 airline taxes and fees
- Prices are per person based on double occupancy and include airline taxes, surcharges, and fees of $577, which are subject to change until final payment has been made.
- Single travelers please add $995. Your $375 deposit is fully refundable up to 95 days before departure. All 2017 tour prices above (excluding airline taxes, surcharges, and fees) are guaranteed.
- Business Class upgrade on round-trip Trans-Atlantic flight: $3,795 per person
- A visa is required for this tour. Odysseys Unlimited will provide information about visa requirements upon reservation.
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Grand Hyatt Amman , Amman / Days 2-4 / Deluxe
The Grand Hyatt Amman stands in the heart of Amman’s diplomatic center, just minutes from the old city center. This contemporary hotel offers three restaurants, two bars, lounge, and deli; fitness center; steam room, sauna room and whirlpools; indoor and outdoor pools; beauty salon; gift shop; florist; and laundry and dry cleaning services. Each of the 311 air-conditioned guest rooms has private bath with hair dryer, in-room safe, tea- and coffee-making facilities, complimentary Wi-Fi internet access, minibar, TV, and phone.
Movenpick Resort Petra , Petra / Days 5-7 / Superior First Class
Situated right at the entrance to the ancient city of Petra, the 183-room Mövenpick Resort Petra features a host of amenities including seven restaurants, lounges, and bars; internet access; an outdoor swimming pool; wellness center with a fully equipped gym, sauna, steam room, and massage treatments; and laundry and dry cleaning services. In addition, the hotel offers a library with books about the ruins at Petra. Air-conditioned guest rooms have private bath with hair dryer, tea- and coffee-making facilities, mini-bar, TV, and phone.
Wadi Rum Private Tented Camp , Wadi Rum / Day 8 / Not rated
Situated in the heart of the desert, the Wadi Rum Private Tented Camp offers a true desert experience, a small group highlight, and the chance to absorb the dramatically beautiful landscape that surrounds us. s are simple but comfortable, and without electricity and other modern amenities. However, each individual tent does have a private bathroom with shower. Please note that telephone service is not available on site; cellular reception is available a short distance from camp. Meals are served in a separate Bedouin dining tent in the center of the camp. To enjoy your Private Tented Camp experience to the fullest, we suggest an open mind and a spirit of adventure.
Jordan Valley Marriott Resort & Spa , Dead Sea / Days 9-10 / Deluxe
The 250-room Jordan Valley Marriott Resort & Spa offers views of some of Jordan’s important ancient sites, including Mt. Nebo and the Dead Sea. Situated between the mountains and the Dead Sea, the hotel has five restaurants, four bars, and two lounges; indoor and outdoor pools; spa with solarium; sauna; fitness center; tennis courts; two movie theaters; complimentary Wi-Fi internet access; and laundry and dry cleaning services. Each air-conditioned guest room comes equipped with private bath with hair dryer, in-room safe, mini-bar, TV, and phone.
Cancellations and Refunds
You will receive a full refund for any cancellations made up to 95 days before departure (125 days for In the Wake of Lewis and Clark). If you must cancel your tour, the effective date of cancellation will be upon our receipt of your notification. Refunds for cancellations are subject to the following per person charges:
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