Nov 2-9, 2024 with Mohommad and Andrew
Experience a trip like no other on this magical adventure to ancient Jordan. Enjoy a city tour of Amman, capital of the Kingdom of Jordan. Explore astonishing Petra, the Nabatean city sculpted from rock. Travel to Wadi Rum, a surreal desert terrain known as “The Valley of the Moon”. Float in the buoyant, salty waters of the Dead Sea. All this and more!
Day One
Overnight: Amman
Welcome to Jordan! On arrival, you will be transferred to our hotel. This afternoon we will have a welcome meeting followed by our first dinner where you can get to know your fellow travelers.
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Day Two
Overnight: Amman
Today, we embark on a tour of the city of Jerash, the best-preserved example of Roman civilization in Jordan. Next, proceed to a city tour of Amman, often referred to as the “White City” because of the white stone used to build the houses. After our exploration learn the art of Levantine cooking at a cooking class in Amman.
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Day Three
Overnight: Petra
Drive south towards Petra. En route, visit the mosaic city of Madaba and see the Dana Biosphere Reserve, Jordan’s largest biosphere reserve, covering some 292 km2 of rugged and beautiful landscape along the face of the Great Rift Valley. After lunch, continue on to our hotel in Petra.
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Day Four
Overnight: Petra
An astonishing day exploring hidden Petra! Enter the “Rose Red” city, hand sculpted from a mountain range by the Nabateans in the 3rd century BC. Begin your walk (or ride) at the imposing “Siq” a winding canyon road. At the end, you’ll gaze in total amazement at Petra’s most extraordinary monument – the towering Treasury building rising over 140 feet. In the evening we will have a traditional dinner at the home of a local family.
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Day Five
Overnight: Wadi Rum
Have a relaxing morning before we discover Wadi Rum. In the middle of the desert, enjoy the breathtaking sunset over Wadi Rum. Once you get back to the camp, waiting for you will be a traditional campfire and dinner under the stars accompanied by Arabic music.
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Day Six
Overnight: Aqaba
This morning we will drive to Aqaba. On arrival enjoy Aqaba at your leisure. This evening we will take a walk around the city to help you get to know better the culture and customs of the local people.
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Day Seven
Overnight: Dead Sea
After breakfast, travel to your hotel on the shores of the Dead Sea, the lowest place on earth. Pamper yourself with Dead Sea mud before luxuriating in the warm thermal pools, the hotel’s spa facilities, or, perhaps float in the buoyant “unsinkable” waters of this salty sea.
Day Eight
Tour is over after breakfast. Your guide will assist you with departures if needed.
Price: $3850 (Air not included) per person for a double room, and a single occupancy room is $4650. We welcome singles and if you do not have a travel partner, please sign up for a single spot. In the event that a roommate is found, your booking can be changed to a double before final payment is due.
What’s included: 7 breakfasts, 1 lunch and 4 dinners, 7 nights lodging in a clean, comfortable, and centrally located hotel. All admissions and fees for group activities. Transport within the tour and private guides, tips included. Visa to Jordan.
Deposit Policy: A non-refundable deposit of $600 per person is due upon booking.
The tour begins and ends in Jordan, with the nearest international airport being Queen Alia International Airport (AMM).
If you have additional questions please email us at: info@adventureswithsarah.net