Petra to the Dead Sea – Experience the Magic of Jordan
Day 1:
Amman International Airport
– Amman Hotel
Welcome to Jordan! Upon arrival in Amman, you will be met at the
airport by your guide for a private transfer to your hotel (35km / approx. 45
mins). Standard check-in time at your hotel is 16:00.
Day 2:
Amman Madaba – Nebo – Shobak– Petra
This
morning drive out of the city to Madaba (38km / approx. 45 mins). Madaba,
otherwise referred to as the ‘City of Mosaics’ is best known for its collection
of Byzantine-era mosaics. The most famous of these is the mosaic map of
Jerusalem and the Holy Land which can be found on the floor of St George’s
Church. Continue with a visit to Mount Nebo, one of the most important biblical
sites where it is believed that Moses first sighted the Holy Land. A small
Byzantine church was built on the site by the early Christians, and has since
been expanded into a vast complex. During his visit to Jordan in 2000, Pope
John Paul II held a sermon here that was attended by over 20,000 people. Your
final stop today is a visit to Shoubak castle (240km / approx.3 hrs.). Perched
on a rocky hilltop, this imposing fort was built by the Crusader King Baldwin I
of Jerusalem in AD 1115 to guard the road linking Syria and Egypt — the
old King’s Highway. It successfully withstood numerous sieges until it fell to
Saladin's troops in 1189. Enjoy a wander around the remains of this old
castle and admire the spectacular views across the barren landscape.
After finishing your sightseeing tour continue with the drive to Petra (30km /approx. 30mins) arriving late afternoon
Day 3:
Petra – Wadi Rum
Start
by entering through the Siq, a long and winding narrow gorge flanked on either
side by soaring 80m high cliffs which will lead you to the breathtaking façade
of The Treasury (Al-Khazneh). The Treasury is arguably one of Jordan’s most
iconic wonders and was featured in the film ‘Indiana Jones and the Last
Crusade’. Spend some time exploring the city’s main highlights including the
Roman Theatre, Street of Façades and the Royal Tombs.
This
afternoon is free for you to explore the vast network of hidden passages and
fascinating tombs and palaces at your leisure. You may wish to climb up to the
High Palace of Sacrifice which is located at the summit of the Attuf Ridge and
offers spectacular views over the red sandstone landscapes of Wadi Araba. Or
perhaps head to the Monastery, one of the largest monuments in Petra boasting
an impressive façade measuring 47m wide and 49m high (please note this climb
involves around 800 steps).Your next stop today is Wadi Rum
(145 km /approx. 2 hrs).
Tonight enjoy a traditional Bedouin style dinner beneath the
star-studded sky.
Day 4:
Wadi Rum –Dead Sea
This afternoon you will be transferred
to your Dead Sea resort. (335 kms/approx. 4 hrs).
Enjoy
a day at leisure at the lowest point on earth. Why not try out the mud baths,
claimed to have therapeutic qualities and float in the mineral rich waters.
Day 5:
Amman International Airport for departure
Today you will be transferred to
Amman airport (50km / approx. 1hr) for your onward flight. Standard check-out
time at your hotel is 12:00.
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· Passport Copy is mandatory at the time of confirmation
· Expenses of personal nature like tipping, laundry, telephone/fax calls, alcoholic/non- alcoholic beverages, camera/ video camera fee at monuments, medical expenses, airport departure tax, any insurance etc.
· Any meals other than the mentioned above.
· Entrance fees as not mention in itinerary
· Any other services not mentioned in the inclusions.
· Any Insurance
· City Tax / Tourism Dirham / Resort Fee /Reservation Directly paid @ hotel
· Any Visa Cost
